Discuss why observation is important and what methods are suitable for observing young children. Which of these methods do you prefer? Why?

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Answer should include gain insights for curriculum planning, learning how and what children learn, a way to determine their abilities and challenges, measuring progress, and identifying special concerns. Benefits for children are that teachers can individualize for each child, identify areas of concern, look at their relationships, communicate with families, and find out their needs.

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When studying for more than one course, your memory may be more accurate when you

a. study two similar subjects back-to-back. b. study two different subjects back-to-back. c. only study one subject per day. d. switch subjects every 30 minutes.

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A factor that is believed to contribute to the identification of many students with learning disabilities is the lack of access to effective instruction. Explain the effects that lack of effective instruction can have on students.

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A staff development model operating from the assumption that teachers can best determine their own needs is the ________ model

a. teacher inquiry b. curriculum improvement and development c. individually guided d. training

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A problem that encourages the student to define the issue, organize the components, and then solve the problem is called

a. convergent thinking. b. flexibility. c. divergent thinking. d. problem-based learning.

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