Why do practitioner-scholars collect descriptive statistics?
a. To determine how variables relate to one another and whether one variable predicts or influences another
b. To familiarize themselves with patterns, trends, and frequencies in the data
c. To think critically about the types of variables involved in the study, as this will inform the type of inferential statistical test that will be run
d. To have a plan for structuring the dataset, noting any specific assignments made to variables
b. To familiarize themselves with patterns, trends, and frequencies in the data
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Why is it important to introduce diversity into the preschool classroom?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. The Reggio Emilia program believes children have a right to a fabulous learning environment. 2. Classroom furnishings should be arranged to make running seem natural. 3. An early childhood classroom should have a designated place for personal belongings of adults. 4. Most states require at least 35 square feet per child in an early childhood education classroom. 5. More than 54 feet of space per child increases student stress.
Sickle-cell anemia is a condition in which
A. the child's body does not produce the enzyme that is necessary to digest certain types of protein in the human diet. B. the nerves of the body undergo deterioration that eventually leads to paralysis and death. C. the shape of the red blood cells is distorted so they cannot transport an adequate amount of oxygen through the body. D. the individual suffers varying degrees of mental retardation and learning disabilities.
Ms. Peterson believes that teachers should promote individual learning and should teach the whole child. She also believes that knowledge leads to self-discovery and that instruction should include alternatives and choices, and should require decision making. Ms. Peterson is most likely a(n)
a. perennialist. b. progressivist. c. existentialist. d. social reconstructionist.