You are a first-year teacher and you're in a discussion with a colleague and friend. "These kids need a solid background in as many areas as possible. There's important information that people need to understand in order to get by in the world."

"There's too much information," your friend counters. "What these kids really need is the tools to be able to find the information somewhere."
You and your friend are in a discussion about curriculum, and of the following, your respective views are most strongly influenced by:

a. the textbooks you're each using.
b. your local district.
c. state standards.
d. your personal philosophies.


d

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A) Stop the play B) Talk to the players about a new direction C) Read the players a different book D) Bring out more props

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Which one of the following statements best illustrates the concept of reciprocal causation?

a. Individuals are more likely to imitate a behavior for which they have seen others reinforced. b. Modeling can occur only when an individual is capable of performing an observed behavior. c. People are unlikely to exhibit a behavior that will probably be punished. d. The environment alters behavior, but behavior alters the environment as well.

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Enterprising individuals enjoy leadership roles

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Discuss at least three potential problems with inclusion.

What will be an ideal response?

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