Describe the importance of calibrating measurement instruments as it relates to accurate measurement. Discuss how you would calibrate a timing instrument such as a watch
What will be an ideal response?
Calibrating measurement instruments entails comparing the data obtained by the measurement tool against a true value. It is important to calibrate a measurement instrument, human or mechanical device so that measures are more accurate. Calibration of timing devices such as a stopwatch or countdown timer could be made against a known standard such as the "atomic clock."
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
According to Meyer (2001), which of the following is not one of the concerns expressed by the siblings of children with disabilities?
A) Siblings may feel isolated when they are not given ongoing information about their brother's or sister's disability and its impact. B) Siblings may feel guilty about having caused the disability or being spared from having the condition. C) Siblings may develop exaggerated perceptions about their innate superiority over their sibling who has a disability. D) Siblings may feel resentment when the child with a disability becomes the primary focus of the family's attention.
Which of the following best describes implementation fidelity?
a. interventions, once designed, are implemented the same way each session, so there is no difference b. implementations are inconsistently applied every time c. the level of rigor per student d. differing results based on student performance
Delpit (2006) discusses why educators are not culturally responsive. Which of the following reasons does not apply to this research?
a. Teacher and leadership programs do not address adequately cultural understanding. b. There is a low level of interaction between educators from the dominant culture to the families and communities of students from low socioeconomic and racial/ethnic minority groups. c. Inquiry fosters the differences between cultures. d. Lack of resources and instruction for children's best interest