Describe effective practices for implementing cooperative learning.
What will be an ideal response?
For cooperative learning at any level, the answers should specify interpersonal skills needed, use methods which ensure positive interdependence, use of small groups (particularly if they are less experienced with cooperative learning, use of heterogeneous groups, and teacher’s active facilitation of group functioning.
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Describe key reasons for why educators must be lifelong learners as they work to become multicultural educators.
What will be an ideal response?
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Approximately what percentage of adults with IDD are competitively employed?
a. 20 percent b. 40 percent c. 60 percent d. 70 percent
Recent theory and research suggest that even in the early grades when students are just beginning to acquire a content base, teachers’ questions should be designed to emphasize
a. recitation in order to create long-term memory. b. interactive discourse, not mere recitation. c. reflective discourse laced with recitation. d. independent practice followed by collaboration.