When selecting a new reading program, some first grade teachers are concerned that the phonics component of the program does not include practice or supplementary materials. Other teachers are convinced those components are not necessary. What is the best course of action for this group?
a. Adopt the program.
b. Concentrate on other key components of the program, such as oral reading fluency.
c. Adopt this new reading program and allow teachers to supplement as they wish.
d. Continue looking for a program that includes the necessary parts of an effective phonics program.
D
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Fill in the blank with correct word.
Historical research has the following advantage over other forms of research
a. It is generally unobtrusive. b. It allows for the most rigorous control over the dependent variable. c. It allows for the most rigorous control over the independent variable. d. It is least likely to be subjective.
In a reflective approach, the early childhood professional
a. pays attention to her thoughts, feelings, preferences and biases so she can use that information to promote children's social and emotional skills. b. pays attention to her thoughts, feelings, preferences and biases so those inner states don't influence her work with the children. c. pays attention to the child's feelings so she can help the child control those feelings. d. pays attention to the child's thoughts and feelings so she can encourage parents to be more supportive.
Identifying individuals within the school organization who can effectively share the work and responsibility of enhancing the academic achievement of every student has become common practice among school leaders who subscribe to the principles of:
a. Distributive Leadership. b. Expectancy Theory. c. Synergistic Leadership Theory. d. Leader-Member-Exchange Theory.