Question 1

The primary role of the student leader in a small group is to

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A) organize group activities. 
B) present main ideas through lecture. 
C) plan discussions for the group. 
D) assist the group in working together. 
A) organize group activities. 
B) present main ideas through lecture. 
C) plan discussions for the group. 
D) assist the group in working together. D

Question 2

Describe some of the criticisms of cooperative learning.

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Some of the criticisms of cooperative learning include the potential for unequal participation, where some students may not contribute as much as others. This can lead to frustration and resentment among group members. Additionally, there may be concerns about the quality of work produced in a cooperative setting, as some students may rely on their peers to do the work for them. There is also the issue of social loafing, where some students may not put in as much effort in a group setting as they would if working individually. Critics also argue that cooperative learning may not adequately prepare students for independent work and may not reflect real-world work environments where individual accountability is important. Finally, there are concerns about the potential for conflicts and personality clashes within groups, which can hinder the effectiveness of cooperative learning.

Question 3

Three important behaviors for a tutorial group leader to use are

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A) questioning, criticizing, and praising. 
B) questioning, providing feedback, and encouraging. 
C) questioning, lecturing, and evaluating. 
D) questioning, evaluation, and criticizing. 
A) questioning, criticizing, and praising. 
B) questioning, providing feedback, and encouraging. 
C) questioning, lecturing, and evaluating. 
D) questioning, evaluation, and criticizing. D

Question 4

Describe how you can plan for your initial student-led discussions.

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Planning for initial student-led discuss

Question 5

Cooperative learning student groups should be formed on the basis of

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A) student self-selected groups. 
B) a balance of above-average, average, and below-average students. 
C) a balance of academic skill levels, interests, and personality characteristics. 
D) homogeneous grouping of students by gender. 
A) student self-selected groups. 
B) a balance of above-average, average, and below-average students. 
C) a balance of academic skill levels, interests, and personality characteristics. 
D) homogeneous grouping of students by gender.

Question 6

One of the functions of the discussion leader is to bring new information to the group.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

A benefit from discussion is enhanced motivation.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Rooms cannot be arranged to promote discussion.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Process objectives focus on

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A) specific behavioral outcomes. 
B) the experience of learning. 
C) teacher behaviors. 
D) mastery of specific content. 
A) specific behavioral outcomes. 
B) the experience of learning. 
C) teacher behaviors. 
D) mastery of specific content.

Question 10

A simulation is a simple and effective skill-building technique to use when a high level of creativity is desired.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Evaluation of cooperative learning groups includes

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A) individual accountability, group accountability, and assessment of group process. 
B) student evaluation, teacher evaluation, and parent evaluation. 
C) individual accountability, group accountability, and class accountability. 
D) product assessment and process assessment. 
A) individual accountability, group accountability, and assessment of group process. 
B) student evaluation, teacher evaluation, and parent evaluation. 
C) individual accountability, group accountability, and class accountability. 
D) product assessment and process assessment.

Question 12

Because listening is so important when using discussion groups, probably the best teacher technique is to

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A) practice the directions first on fellow teachers. 
B) give directions slowly but refuse to repeat them. 
C) ask if there are any questions after giving directions. 
D) call on one or two students to paraphrase directions after giving them and then clear up misconceptions. 
A) practice the directions first on fellow teachers. 
B) give directions slowly but refuse to repeat them. 
C) ask if there are any questions after giving directions. 
D) call on one or two students to paraphrase directions after giving them and then clear up misconceptions.

Question 13

The teacher's role in setting up a class to conduct discussions is to

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A) be noninvolved-the teacher simply stands back and watches. 
B)  plan the topics to be discussed. ​ 
C) prepare the class with discussion skills. 
D) determine the tasks for every phase of all discussions. 
A) be noninvolved-the teacher simply stands back and watches. 
B)  plan the topics to be discussed. ​ 
C) prepare the class with discussion skills. 
D) determine the tasks for every phase of all discussions.

Question 14

Distinguish between a recitation and a discussion.

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A recitation and a discussion are two di

Question 15

One advantage of small-group discussions is that

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A) the teacher maintains control of discussion. 
B) less personal interaction takes place. 
C) students take more responsibility for their own learning process. 
D) topics for discussion are limited. 
A) the teacher maintains control of discussion. 
B) less personal interaction takes place. 
C) students take more responsibility for their own learning process. 
D) topics for discussion are limited.

Question 16

In an elementary school classroom, a teacher is re-creating conflicts observed when students attempt to share playground equipment.  Which type of small-group exercise is being used?

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A) simulation 
B) tutorial 
C) brainstorming ​ 
D) inquiry-centered discussion 
A) simulation 
B) tutorial 
C) brainstorming ​ 
D) inquiry-centered discussion

Question 17

Which of the following is a process objective?

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A) After reading Chapter 7, students will list three causes of the Civil War. 
B) Given a lesson on study skills, students will write out a personal plan for completing homework. 
C) By working in cooperative groups, students will develop communication skills. 
D) At the end of week 2, students will type 30 words per minute with 90 percent accuracy. 
A) After reading Chapter 7, students will list three causes of the Civil War. 
B) Given a lesson on study skills, students will write out a personal plan for completing homework. 
C) By working in cooperative groups, students will develop communication skills. 
D) At the end of week 2, students will type 30 words per minute with 90 percent accuracy.

Question 18

Describe how you would evaluate the interaction processes of a selected small-group discussion technique.

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To evaluate the interaction processes of

Question 19

How could you install a "listening" program in your classes?

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Installing a "listening" program in your

Question 20

Discussion in the context of schooling is best defined as

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A) exchange of ideas and opinions. 
B) teacher lecture and student response. 
C) assigned readings followed by recitation. 
D)  teacher questions and student response. ​ 
A) exchange of ideas and opinions. 
B) teacher lecture and student response. 
C) assigned readings followed by recitation. 
D)  teacher questions and student response. ​

The primary role of the student leader in a small group is to

Describe some of the criticisms of cooperative learning.

Three important behaviors for a tutorial group leader to use are

Describe how you can plan for your initial student-led discussions.

Cooperative learning student groups should be formed on the basis of

One of the functions of the discussion leader is to bring new information to the group.

A benefit from discussion is enhanced motivation.

Rooms cannot be arranged to promote discussion.

Process objectives focus on

A simulation is a simple and effective skill-building technique to use when a high level of creativity is desired.

Evaluation of cooperative learning groups includes

Because listening is so important when using discussion groups, probably the best teacher technique is to

The teacher's role in setting up a class to conduct discussions is to

Distinguish between a recitation and a discussion.

One advantage of small-group discussions is that

In an elementary school classroom, a teacher is re-creating conflicts observed when students attempt to share playground equipment. Which type of small-group exercise is being used?

Which of the following is a process objective?

Describe how you would evaluate the interaction processes of a selected small-group discussion technique.

How could you install a "listening" program in your classes?

Discussion in the context of schooling is best defined as

Frames of Reference for Teaching

The Big Picture in Your Classroom: Focusing the Instruction Kaleidoscope

Teaching Diverse Learners in Inclusive Classrooms

Objectives Taxonomies and Standards for Instruction

Mastering Instructional Planning

Sequencing and Organizing Instruction

Assessment

The Process of Classroom Questioning

Inquiry Teaching and Higher-Level Learning

Managing the Classroom

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Exam 9: Small Group Discussions and Cooperative Learning

The primary role of the student leader in a small group is to

Describe some of the criticisms of cooperative learning.

Three important behaviors for a tutorial group leader to use are

Describe how you can plan for your initial student-led discussions.

Cooperative learning student groups should be formed on the basis of

One of the functions of the discussion leader is to bring new information to the group.

A benefit from discussion is enhanced motivation.

Rooms cannot be arranged to promote discussion.

Process objectives focus on

A simulation is a simple and effective skill-building technique to use when a high level of creativity is desired.

Evaluation of cooperative learning groups includes

Because listening is so important when using discussion groups, probably the best teacher technique is to

The teacher's role in setting up a class to conduct discussions is to

Distinguish between a recitation and a discussion.

One advantage of small-group discussions is that

In an elementary school classroom, a teacher is re-creating conflicts observed when students attempt to share playground equipment. Which type of small-group exercise is being used?

Which of the following is a process objective?

Describe how you would evaluate the interaction processes of a selected small-group discussion technique.

How could you install a "listening" program in your classes?

Discussion in the context of schooling is best defined as

Frames of Reference for Teaching

The Big Picture in Your Classroom: Focusing the Instruction Kaleidoscope

Teaching Diverse Learners in Inclusive Classrooms

Objectives Taxonomies and Standards for Instruction

Mastering Instructional Planning

Sequencing and Organizing Instruction

Assessment

The Process of Classroom Questioning

Inquiry Teaching and Higher-Level Learning

Managing the Classroom

Filters