What can educators do to demonstrate that they have truly heard parents’ messages? Reflect on your own communication styles and provide three strategies to aid in effective listening.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers will vary; students should relate to their own personal styles and provide additional elaborations. Answers may include the following:
• ask open-ended questions
• be an active listener
• clarify thoughts
• respond to the primary message
• summarize important points
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A) ?the conscious teaching of strategies. B) ?the zone of proximal development. C) ?encouraging students to learn without assistance. D) ?the unconscious assistance teachers provide.
Fourteen-year-old Kerrie has several close friends with whom she spends a great deal of time. Three of the following accurately describe the effects that such close friendships are apt to have on her development. Which statement is not accurate?
a. They can help her make sense of confusing situations. b. They may provide a shoulder to cry on if she's upset or frustrated. c. She may have greater-than-average difficulty forming a sense of identity. d. They can give her feedback about certain behaviors that are socially unacceptable.
True-false items can be difficult to write because ______.
a. Negative language is necessary. b. At least two correct answers are always possible. c. Presenting one unequivocal option is necessary. d. An argument can always be made for either option to be correct.
Which of the following is a suggestion for how students can improve their listening skills?
a. Requires making judgments and estimates about the time requirements of various tasks b. Class discussion through various activities and techniques c. Sit as close to the front of the room as you can d. All of the above