Neuroscientists, psychologists, and educators generally believe that teenagers need firm and consistent home and school environments that support learning and development. Which of the following components of the physiology of our brains and nervous systems is most closely related to this conclusion?
a. The neuron
b. The cerebral cortex
c. The prefrontal cortex
d. The dendrite
c
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Most teachers feel comfortable allowing students to make important classroom decisions
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Using a preventive approach that would be less expensive and more desirable than dealing with children and families in crisis includes
A) Taking more children away from their families to be reared by people who know more about children than the average family B) Making systemic reforms to help families have what they need to support and nurture their children and keep the family intact C) Deciding as a society who should and shouldn't have babies D) Putting every child in the nation in an early education program starting in infancy
Based on theories of human memory, who is correct?
a. Amy believes she should focus on the main ideas, not just the details, when studying a new subject. b. Donna thinks that if she verbally prompts herself to "remember" in class she will do better on the next test. c. Doug thinks he will be able to do long division problems in his head if he practices over and over. d. Eric believes that listening to Spanish tapes while asleep will help him learn quicker.