Which of the following items is not one of the four characteristics of children based on the constructivist approach?
a. Young children are theory builders.
b. Cognition requires a foundation of physical knowledge.
c. Children acquire increasing dependency on the adults in their world.
d. Young children are social beings.
c
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A problem-solving structure to identify and address student difficulties using research-based instruction and
interventions monitored over time is known as a. guided instruction structure (GIS) b. response to identified difficulties (RTID) c. response to intervention (RTI) d. response to student difficulties (RTSD)
In the early decades of the twentieth century, an objective of the school system was to quickly assimilate children of immigrants into American culture. The melting pot metaphor was used to describe how differences were melted away, resulting in a similar group of students. A preferred metaphor for the current times is a ______ that results in colorful mix of many unique cultures and heritages.
a. packet of seeds b. floral bouquet c. vase d. shovel
In which situation is mastery learning most appropriate?
a. When subject matter is abstract and complex b. When certain skills provide the foundation for future material c. When instructional objectives are at the upper levels of Bloom's taxonomy d. When instructional objectives primarily address attitudes and dispositions rather than cognitive processes
Which of the following is not a function of the preliminary interview?
a. to make some preliminary assessment of the candidates' success in the position. b. to determine a preliminary rank order of candidates. c. to eliminate from the applicant pool those that do not meet the qualifications being sought. d. to provide the applicant with an opportunity to ask questions about the position of the school system.