Explain the term "instructional scaffolding," and give an example of how it might apply to your content area

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When a teacher uses instructional scaffolding, he or she provides intensive guidance and support for students as they are learning something new, and then gradually withdraws support and encourages progressively more student independence as students become more adept. Specific applications of instructional scaffolding will vary across content areas.

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a. Resilience b. Ability to self-regulate c. Ability to deal with feelings d. Ability to handle change

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Effective culturally relevant programs, such as the Funds of Knowledge and the Algebra Project, focused on learning and

a. student cultural success. b. student academic success. c. equitable learning environments. d. culture of power education.

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

A positive correlation is depicted graphically as an ascending line; a negative correlation is depicted as a descending line.

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Seeking support from family, friends, classmates, or tutors may help you

A) reduce procrastination. B) deal with obstacles that could hinder the process of achieving a goal. C) deal with or solve various problems related to procrastination, goal setting, or stress. D) reduce stress.

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