Which one of the following represents a testable hypothesis that might have been derived from a theory of instruction?
a. Learning by discovery should be the central focus in teaching at the elementary school level.
b. It is the responsibility of teachers to organize material in logical and meaningful segments.
c. Learning and retention increase if the teaching materials are made meaningful for the students.
d. The first step that every teacher should take is to motivate students for learning tasks.
C
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Some children with learning disabilities have slower development in areas of language skills, academic areas, or
visual–motor skills. The difficulty is known as a. hyperkentic behavior. b. maturational delay. c. genetic inheritance. d. inappropriate school instruction.
(p. 98-99) All of the following are important suggestions to assist caregivers in supporting a parent with a toddler suffering from separation anxiety except
A. remind the parent that immediate departure of the parent is best for the child once goodbyes have been said. B. support the child in his or her sadness. C. reassure the parent that you understand it is hard to leave. D. distract the child with an activity so he or she won't feel sad.
Can students use devotional messages in their graduation speeches?
a. Yes. The Equal Access Act protects such student expression. b. Yes. A devotional message is permissible if the school has established the graduation ceremony as a forum for student expression. c. No. If the school controls the graduation ceremony and reviews all speeches, a devotional message would not be allowed. d. No. The Establishment Clause precludes private student expression of religious views. e. Both b and c are correct.
Jennifer is a single mom and a college student. A friend babysits Jennifer’s son so that she can attend classes before going to work. The babysitting is a form of __________ that likely helps Jennifer parent more effectively.
A. emotional support B. instrumental assistance C. neighborhood aid D. social scaffolding