What benefits are associated with increasing a child’s level of physical activity?
What will be an ideal response?
Physically active play encourages physical, sensorimotor, and social development. It increases energy expenditure and improves children's appetites so they are likely to consume more food and take in the essential nutrients. Increased activity also lowers the risk of obesity and decreases the frequency of behavior problems.
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a. complete b. collective c. individual d. episodic
Minority populations are overrepresented in special education
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
The PA emphasizes all of the following EXCEPT:
a. PA involves work in a meaningful context. b. In project work children are active and intrinsically motivated. c. In PA work teachers act as consultants, guides, and facilitators. d. Learners are more passive recipients of teachers' information.
Formal operational thinking is likely a product ______.
a. of maturation b. of educational experiences c. of maturation and educational experiences d. of parenting behaviors