When the results of a study conflict with previous research or with well-established theory, the researcher should
a. go back and rewrite the hypothesis section of the report
b. focus on the shortcomings of the study that could have caused such a result
c. include a reconsideration of the original theory in the discussion section
d. note that the previous research and theories are probably wrong
C
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Schools are a mirror of strengths and weaknesses in society. Why is it important for the goals of education to change as society changes?
What will be an ideal response?
Performance assessment is described as assessments that are based on:
a. Teachers' observations of what children are able to do in response to a specific prompt or request or in the context of ordinary classroom interactions. b. Children's answers on formative evaluations c. Standardized measures. d. Tests that compare an individual's performance with the performance of others.
The fastest growing group of students in schools today is:
a. Migrant students b. English Language Learners c. Students with disabilities d. Homeless students
Students with low efficacy and outcome expectations approach difficult school tasks by doing which of the following?
a. Approaching the task by setting moderately challenging goals b. Persisting in their efforts to work on the task c. Positively reinforcing their effort in carrying out the task and continuing in their effort to complete it d. Getting easily discouraged by failure and are less motivated to complete it