How does the No Child Left Behind Act lead educators to a philosophy of Essentialism?
What will be an ideal response?
ANS: There is an emphasis on reading, writing, and math at the exclusion of subjects such as science, social studies, art, music, and physical education. Pressure for success on standardized tests leaves little room for meeting individual needs. Social skills are not a priority.
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How does the American Association of University Women (AAUW) define sexual harassment?
a. any behavior that makes reference to one's sexual orientation b. any unwanted or unwelcome sexual behavior that interferes with one's life c. exchanges, provoked or otherwise, of sexually explicit messages d. student-to-student sexual contact
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
The 1992 AAIDD classification of intellectual disability, based on levels of support, was a departure from previous classification models of intellectual impairment.
Unlike knowledge, skill, and professional behavior, personal qualities are NOT a characteristic of professionalism
a. True b. False
When preparing a speech, you should
a. harass your audience. b. soothe your audience. c. analyze your audience. d. ignore your audience.