The belief that racial and class inequity are reproduced over time to maintain the status quo at the expense of less privileged groups is associated with:
A. Cultural deficit theory
B. Eugenics
C. Cultural reproduction theory
D. Genetic deficit theory
C
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A student is told by his science teacher that toads are not reptiles, as the student had originally thought. The student checks an animal taxonomy (classification) book out of the library in order to determine exactly what toads are, if not reptiles. According to Piaget's theory of cognitive development, this student is attempting to
a. increase the disequilibrium caused by his science teacher. b. reorganize his scheme of animal systems. c. create a dichotomy in his understanding of animal life. d. enhance the discrepancy between the old and new perceptions of what it is to be a toad.
After her daughter misbehaves, Lori tells her daughter, "I'm so disappointed in you. I just don't feel like I can love you if you behave like that." What type of discipline strategy is Lori using?
A. inductive discipline B. power assertion C. behavioral control D. psychological control
Instead of just putting a few stereotypical food items such as sushi or tacos in the dramatic play area, what can teachers do to authentically represent diversity in the classroom materials?
a. Remove all play food from the kitchen area. b. Include ceremonial artifacts from around the world. c. Ask families and community members for authentic items that are a part of everyday life and routine. d. All of the above
Examine the following statement found in the conclusion to a quantitative research study:
"One reason why the results were insignificant may be due to the small size of the sample and the use of a convenience, rather than a random, probability sample." This statement indicates that the researcher is (select the best response) a. summarizing the major results. b. providing an explanation for the results. c. sharing why evidence did not support predictions. d. suggesting future research to strength the study.