Question 1

What is "e-mail"?

Accepted Answer

A)  The core of computer-mediated communication 
B)  A hypermedia retrieval system 
C)  A location on the Internet 
D)  Using the Internet to communicate with another individual 
A)  The core of computer-mediated communication 
B)  A hypermedia retrieval system 
C)  A location on the Internet 
D)  Using the Internet to communicate with another individual

Question 2

If a teacher is utilizing essential questions, what is he doing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Emphasizing real-life problems 
B)  Using questions that reflect the core of the curriculum 
C)  Learning in which students are actively engaged in knowledge construction 
D)  Learning in which students are encouraged to engage in meaning-making through the use of teacher instructions and assistance 
A)  Emphasizing real-life problems 
B)  Using questions that reflect the core of the curriculum 
C)  Learning in which students are actively engaged in knowledge construction 
D)  Learning in which students are encouraged to engage in meaning-making through the use of teacher instructions and assistance

Question 3

Which of the following statements provides the best description of synthesis?

Accepted Answer

A)  To combine elements to create new information 
B)  To break down complex information into smaller parts 
C)  To make judgments about ideas or theories 
D)  To remember a list of information 
A)  To combine elements to create new information 
B)  To break down complex information into smaller parts 
C)  To make judgments about ideas or theories 
D)  To remember a list of information

Question 4

Differentiate the World Wide Web from the Internet.

Accepted Answer

While the Internet connects th

Question 5

Which of the following is not one of the motivational and emotional learning principles?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Motivational and emotional influences" 
B)  "Intrinsic motivation" 
C)  "Effort" 
D)  "Goals of the learning process" 
A)  "Motivational and emotional influences" 
B)  "Intrinsic motivation" 
C)  "Effort" 
D)  "Goals of the learning process"

Question 6

Provide examples of learner-centered instructional strategies.

Accepted Answer

Strategies include: (a) problem-based le

Question 7

Ronald Feldman sits down with his faculty mentor to share his beliefs about students' learning. During their discussion, Ronald emphasizes putting students into groups and other social contexts. He feels students will learn through their interactions, and the relationships that are built as a result of this will nurture students' sense of self-esteem and sense of belonging. Which learner-centered principle has Ronald really touched on?

Accepted Answer

A)  "The construction of knowledge" 
B)  "Thinking about thinking" 
C)  "Intrinsic motivation to learn" 
D)  "Social influences on learning" 
A)  "The construction of knowledge" 
B)  "Thinking about thinking" 
C)  "Intrinsic motivation to learn" 
D)  "Social influences on learning"

Question 8

Problem-based learning is best described by which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  An emphasis on real-life problems 
B)  Using questions that reflect the core of the curriculum 
C)  Learning in which students are actively engaged in knowledge construction 
D)  Learning in which students are encouraged to engage in meaning-making through the use of teacher instructions and assistance 
A)  An emphasis on real-life problems 
B)  Using questions that reflect the core of the curriculum 
C)  Learning in which students are actively engaged in knowledge construction 
D)  Learning in which students are encouraged to engage in meaning-making through the use of teacher instructions and assistance

Question 9

If a colleague asked you to evaluate her social studies lesson plan for the next week, what criteria would you use to evaluate the lesson's effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

Answer should include examinin

Question 10

Create a "reminder sheet" of concise strategies that you can briefly review when refreshing yourself on the steps of effective lecturing.

Accepted Answer

Effective lecturing involves motivating

Question 11

During an early faculty meeting, the senior faculty is giving you and other new faculty advice on the use of technology in the classroom. As they share examples of how they use technology in their classrooms, pick out which advice would not be beneficial.

Accepted Answer

A)  One teacher uses the computer software that allows students to manipulate scientific matter in order to test scientific principles. 
B)  Another teacher explains how the computer is especially good for independent research projects. 
C)  Another teacher helps students form connections with local artists through e-mail and chat rooms. 
D)  Someone else suggests the importance of being a reflective practitioner and continuing with your own understanding of technology. 
A)  One teacher uses the computer software that allows students to manipulate scientific matter in order to test scientific principles. 
B)  Another teacher explains how the computer is especially good for independent research projects. 
C)  Another teacher helps students form connections with local artists through e-mail and chat rooms. 
D)  Someone else suggests the importance of being a reflective practitioner and continuing with your own understanding of technology.

Question 12

The ______ principle stresses the importance of learning tasks being at the appropriate level for students.

Accepted Answer

A)  "goals of the learning process" 
B)  "developmental influences on learning" 
C)  "strategic thinking" 
D)  "learning and diversity" 
A)  "goals of the learning process" 
B)  "developmental influences on learning" 
C)  "strategic thinking" 
D)  "learning and diversity"

Question 13

Identify the five time frames of teacher planning proposed by Robert Yinger.

Accepted Answer

They are: (a) daily,

Question 14

Distinguish guided discovery learning from discovery learning.

Accepted Answer

Guided discovery learning incl

Question 15

After a lackluster class discussion, Mr. Feldman reexamines the type of questions he is using. He turns to a text from one of his teacher preparation courses for some tips. Reading suggestions for facilitating class discussion, he finds that all of the following strategies are recommended, except which one?

Accepted Answer

A)  Asking questions that can be answered with yes or no 
B)  Using fact-based questions to lead into thinking-based questions 
C)  Allowing plenty of time for students to think about answers 
D)  Avoiding leading questions that suggest the desired answer 
A)  Asking questions that can be answered with yes or no 
B)  Using fact-based questions to lead into thinking-based questions 
C)  Allowing plenty of time for students to think about answers 
D)  Avoiding leading questions that suggest the desired answer

Question 16

Choose two time-spans of teacher planning and provide an example of a particular lesson and the appropriate planning focus at the two time-spans.

Accepted Answer

Within an example of an academ

Question 17

The first step in mastery learning is to do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Specify the learning task 
B)  Plan instructional procedures, including corrective feedback if necessary 
C)  Break the course into learning units 
D)  Give a test to evaluate whether goals have been attained 
A)  Specify the learning task 
B)  Plan instructional procedures, including corrective feedback if necessary 
C)  Break the course into learning units 
D)  Give a test to evaluate whether goals have been attained

Question 18

Which of the following statements provides the best description of analysis?

Accepted Answer

A)  To combine elements to create new information 
B)  To break down complex information into smaller parts 
C)  To make judgments about ideas or theories 
D)  To remember a list of information 
A)  To combine elements to create new information 
B)  To break down complex information into smaller parts 
C)  To make judgments about ideas or theories 
D)  To remember a list of information

Question 19

Evaluate which of the cognitive/metacognitive learning centered-principles you feel is most important.

Accepted Answer

Answer should choose from the following

Question 20

Students' learning can be improved when information is presented in a multimedia fashion that stimulates students to actively select, organize, and integrate visual and verbal information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

What is "e-mail"?

If a teacher is utilizing essential questions, what is he doing?

Which of the following statements provides the best description of synthesis?

Differentiate the World Wide Web from the Internet.

Which of the following is not one of the motivational and emotional learning principles?

Provide examples of learner-centered instructional strategies.

Problem-based learning is best described by which of the following?

If a colleague asked you to evaluate her social studies lesson plan for the next week, what criteria would you use to evaluate the lesson's effectiveness?

Create a "reminder sheet" of concise strategies that you can briefly review when refreshing yourself on the steps of effective lecturing.

During an early faculty meeting, the senior faculty is giving you and other new faculty advice on the use of technology in the classroom. As they share examples of how they use technology in their classrooms, pick out which advice would not be beneficial.

The ______ principle stresses the importance of learning tasks being at the appropriate level for students.

Identify the five time frames of teacher planning proposed by Robert Yinger.

Distinguish guided discovery learning from discovery learning.

Choose two time-spans of teacher planning and provide an example of a particular lesson and the appropriate planning focus at the two time-spans.

The first step in mastery learning is to do which of the following?

Which of the following statements provides the best description of analysis?

Evaluate which of the cognitive/metacognitive learning centered-principles you feel is most important.

Students' learning can be improved when information is presented in a multimedia fashion that stimulates students to actively select, organize, and integrate visual and verbal information.

Educational Psychology: A Tool for Effective Teaching

Cognitive and Language Development

Social Contexts and Socioemotional Development

Individual Variations

Sociocultural Diversity

Learners Who Are Exceptional

Behavioral and Social Cognitive Approaches

The Information-Processing Approach

Complex Cognitive Processes

Social Constructivist Approaches

Learning and Cognition in the Content Areas

Motivation, Teaching, and Learning

Managing the Classroom

Standardized Tests and Teaching

Classroom Assessment and Grading

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Exam 12: Planning, Instruction, and Technology

What is "e-mail"?

If a teacher is utilizing essential questions, what is he doing?

Which of the following statements provides the best description of synthesis?

Differentiate the World Wide Web from the Internet.

Which of the following is not one of the motivational and emotional learning principles?

Provide examples of learner-centered instructional strategies.

Problem-based learning is best described by which of the following?

If a colleague asked you to evaluate her social studies lesson plan for the next week, what criteria would you use to evaluate the lesson's effectiveness?

Create a "reminder sheet" of concise strategies that you can briefly review when refreshing yourself on the steps of effective lecturing.

During an early faculty meeting, the senior faculty is giving you and other new faculty advice on the use of technology in the classroom. As they share examples of how they use technology in their classrooms, pick out which advice would not be beneficial.

The ______ principle stresses the importance of learning tasks being at the appropriate level for students.

Identify the five time frames of teacher planning proposed by Robert Yinger.

Distinguish guided discovery learning from discovery learning.

Choose two time-spans of teacher planning and provide an example of a particular lesson and the appropriate planning focus at the two time-spans.

The first step in mastery learning is to do which of the following?

Which of the following statements provides the best description of analysis?

Evaluate which of the cognitive/metacognitive learning centered-principles you feel is most important.

Students' learning can be improved when information is presented in a multimedia fashion that stimulates students to actively select, organize, and integrate visual and verbal information.

Educational Psychology: A Tool for Effective Teaching

Cognitive and Language Development

Social Contexts and Socioemotional Development

Individual Variations

Sociocultural Diversity

Learners Who Are Exceptional

Behavioral and Social Cognitive Approaches

The Information-Processing Approach

Complex Cognitive Processes

Social Constructivist Approaches

Learning and Cognition in the Content Areas

Motivation, Teaching, and Learning

Managing the Classroom

Standardized Tests and Teaching

Classroom Assessment and Grading

Filters