Three of the following describe environmental factors that contribute to gender differences we see in school-age children. Which statement is not an accurate description of how the environment contributes to gender differences?
a. Characters in books and television shows frequently behave in gender-stereotypical ways.
b. Parents have higher expectations for their daughters regarding acceptable levels of educational achievement.
c. Boys' typical games are more likely to foster visual-spatial skills.
d. Girls' typical toys are more likely to promote the development of social skills.
b
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Choose the type of instrument that corresponds with the major concern about its use. Does the content of the instrument correspond to the content covered in the schools that will use it?
a. achievement test c. rating scale b. projective personality test d. aptitude test
A good example of a classroom rule would be:
a. Put supplies in the supply closet. b. Raise your hand if you need to use the restroom. c. Keep all homework in your folder. d. Keep your hands to yourself.
One of your students has been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Of the following, which is most likely impaired for this student?
a. The central executive in working memory b. The phonological loop in working memory c. The visual-spatial sketchpad in working memory d. The rehearsal loop in working memory
The most important factor in comprehension is
A) clarity of the selection. B) length and word count of the selection. C) quality of questions asked about the selection. D) reader?s background knowledge about the topic of the selection.