Describe the research on multi-tasking and the benefits of engaging in single –tasking
What will be an ideal response?
Although many people say they can multi-task well, the research actually says that we are generally not effective at multi-tasking. Multi-tasking actually refers to our ability to switch back and forth quickly between tasks. Researchers have found that when students attempt to do this, it often takes them more time, not less, to complete the tasks. For example, students who engaged in instant messaging while completing a reading task, took 22-59% longer to read than students who read without the instant messaging (Bowman et al., 2010 as cited in Harrington, 2012).
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It is important for caregivers to have knowledge of child development to understand why children behave as they do
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Jan was just hired as school district superintendent, and her duties are many and varied. Which of the following duties is likely to be the most relevant to her ability to keep her job?
a. ensuring compliance with state and federal directives b. informing and advising the school board on policy matters c. evaluating curriculum d. supervising professional and nonteaching school personnel
How would you show your understanding of the various typical behaviors of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) when lesson planning?
What will be an ideal response?
Family-centered practices are supported by federal law
Indicate whether the statement is true or false