Which instructional method would an essentialist prefer?
a. Programmed instruction.
b. Cooperative learning.
c. Learning by objectives
d. Constructivism.
c.
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Mother's who use "parentese"
A. Cause their children to have language disabilities B. Use longer sentences and more adult talk C. Use simpler language and vocabulary D. All of the above
The use of high-quality examples has been strongly emphasized when basing instruction on the idea that learners construct their own knowledge. Which of the following most effectively explains why examples are so important?
a. Examples ensure that students will be working on real-world tasks. b. Examples help clarify teachers' explanations, and explanations are essential when basing instruction on principles of cognitive learning theory. c. Examples help prevent teachers from overloading students' working memories. d. Examples are what students use to construct their understanding of the topics they study.
What best describes the ideal relationship of the school to the community?
a. There should be links between the curriculum and the community. b. Teachers should deemphasize the community, especially in high-crime areas. c. Teachers should use mock elections. d. Teachers should realize that the problems of the community upset students and that teachers should avoid controversy about these issues.
The percentage of the nation's wealth held by the top two-tenths of the U.S. population is
a. 2%. b. 7%. c. 13%. d. 16%.