Describe the elements of cognitive apprenticeships that are used in constructivist teaching methods.

What will be an ideal response?


The answers should reflect a social interaction that utilizes the elements of ZPD, e.g., coaching, scaffolding, guiding, and fading as students gain independence. Students explore, practice skills, explain reasoning, reflect, and articulate with guidance from more experienced peers or adults.

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You know that sometimes Bill is work avoidant. Which of the following strategies might be best to try as you encourage him to work steadily and efficiently?

a. Set your timer and challenge him to work to a certain point on the assignment; if he gets to that point, offer him an incentive. b. Send him to another teacher's room to complete his work. c. Have him work with one of your higher-achieving students who can lead him through the assignment and give him hints and help. d. Remind him that you expect him to work steadily and efficiently.

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Which of the following is a unique advantage of the iPad in enhancing math learning of students with ASD?

A. It provides clear verbal instruction. B. It eliminates the need to hold elements in memory. C. It makes learning portable and accessible. D. It targets self-regulation techniques.

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If at any time the chairperson rises to make a ruling, any member who is speaking should be seated or step back slightly from the microphone until the chairperson has finished talking

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following is true of the think-aloud procedure?

a. Monitors automaticity abilities on lower-level, cognitive skills b. Procedure to build fluency c. Examines a student’s knowledge of and thinking about how to solve problems d. All of the above

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