Xiaolin is conducting a study, which has a very broad focus. The study is looking generally at innovative learning strategies across schools. What type of mixed methods study would be best for her to use?
a. Balanced design
b. Adaptive design
c. Qualitative-leading design
d. Quantitative-leading design
d. Quantitative-leading design
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Which of the following methods for working with gifted underachieving students tends to be least effective?
a. Making curricular changes that focus on the student’s strengths and interests b. Involving the family through communication and encouragement c. Promoting the self-concept of the gifted student d. Developing behavior contracts and appropriate punishments
The results of TIMSS (the Third International Mathematics and Science Study) stated which of these regarding the secondary and middle school curricula in the United States?
a) Overemphasis on algebra, geometry, and number skills. b) Overemphasis on algebra and a deficiency in number skills and geometry. c) Overemphasis on geometry and a deficiency in algebra and number skills. d) Overemphasis on number skills and a deficiency in algebra and geometry. e) Deficiency in algebra, geometry, and number skills.
A study in which the researcher interviews high school administrators to gather
their opinions regarding recently implemented school reform policies would best be classified as a. historical research b. quantitative research c. qualitative descriptive research d. experimental research
Which of the following teachers is using the computer most effectively?
A. "I believe that my preschool children learn more if they only use hands-on manipulatives. The computer is too likely to just be
a plaything. Therefore, I don't use the computer for math."
B. "I use the computer to manipulate figures and place the actual hands-on manipulatives nearby."
C. "I use the computer primarily for math practice and drill."
D. "I use the computer so that children can manipulate geometric figures."