The best example of ‘emergent literacy' is?
a. Gail, age three, moving her trucks and saying, "Vroom! Vroom!"
b. Lauren, who is two and a half years old, seeing a stop sign and saying, "Stop! Stop!"
c. Jason, a four-year-old, asking, "It is time for bed yet?"
d. Matt, at six months old, "studying" the bear on his crib's headboard
b
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Researchers have found when teaching place value concepts, moving quickly from one- or two-digit numbers to four-digit numbers:
a. increases the struggle that some children have in developing a clear framework. b. helps students construct multi-unit concepts. c. de-emphasizes the positional nature of place value. d. is not advisable until children reach the second grade.
Various groups of educators define the term "standards" in different ways. All of the following are accepted definitions, EXCEPT
A) Standards are synonymous with rigor and the setting of high expectations for both teachers and students. B) Standards are specifications of learner outcomes. C) Standards are vague enough to be interpreted in many different ways. D) Standards are exhibited by achievement on high-stakes tests.
Paula is a high school music teacher who is known for her involvement and commitment to her students and school. She is constantly working with other teachers and administrators so that they can have the best instruction, curriculum, and staff development possible. She also reaches out through her music program to involve parents and the community to make sure that these groups are engaged with the school and feel like they have a stake in what is going on there. Which of the core propositions of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards do Paula's actions most closely reflect?
A. Teachers are committed to students and their learning. B. Teachers think systematically about their practice and learn from experience. C. Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning. D. Teachers are members of learning communities.