Which of the following represents a definition of "statistics," as determined by a conference on the teaching of statistics?
a. Statistics is the study of information.
b. Statistics is the science of prediction.
c. Statistics is the process of analysis.
d. Statistics is the study of graphs and trends.
e. Statistics is the science of learning from data.
E
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In deductive reasoning, if the major and minor premises are true, then the conclusion
a. may be true. b. is necessarily true. c. must be subjected to empirical study before its truth or falsity can be determined. d. none of these are true.
Describe the relationship between anticipation guides and the activation of prior knowledge. Why are anticipation guides a useful tool for classroom educators?
What will be an ideal response?
Holding teachers, schools, or programs responsible for meeting a required level of performance is called what?
A) standardized testing B) program evaluation C) accountability D) formal assessment
Schedules reflect the values and structure of the program. Which of the following does not meet that requirement?
A. The bulk of the day is set aside for inside play. B. Routines and transitions need unhurried time. C. Schedules should include small group work so that children can learn from each other. D. Large blocks of free time allow children to explore in depth.