Question 1

Piaget proposed a theory of multiple intelligences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Choose the best completion: Group work is

Accepted Answer

A)   a way of moving away from egocentric thought.
B)   a way for teachers to see who has leadership skills.
C)   a way for teachers to free themselves up from all instruction.
D)   an opportunity for children to socialize. A

Question 3

Write an explanation of appropriate assessment, contrasting it with the dangers of high stakes testing.

Accepted Answer

Appropriate assessment is a method of evaluating a student's learning and understanding in a fair and comprehensive manner. It involves using a variety of assessment tools such as quizzes, tests, projects, and presentations to measure a student's knowledge and skills. This type of assessment allows educators to gain a holistic understanding of a student's abilities and areas for improvement, and provides valuable feedback for both students and teachers to guide instruction and learning.

On the other hand, high stakes testing refers to standardized tests that have significant consequences for students, teachers, and schools. These tests often determine a student's promotion to the next grade, graduation from high school, or even funding for schools. The dangers of high stakes testing include placing undue stress on students, narrowing the curriculum to focus solely on test preparation, and creating an environment of competition rather than collaboration among students and educators. Additionally, high stakes testing may not accurately measure a student's true abilities and can lead to unfair outcomes for students from diverse backgrounds or with learning differences.

In contrast, appropriate assessment focuses on providing a well-rounded view of a student's learning and growth, without the negative consequences associated with high stakes testing. It allows for a more personalized approach to education, where students are evaluated based on their individual progress and understanding, rather than a one-size-fits-all standardized test. This type of assessment encourages a more inclusive and supportive learning environment, where students are empowered to take ownership of their learning and educators can tailor their instruction to meet the needs of each student. Overall, appropriate assessment promotes a more meaningful and effective approach to evaluating student learning, while minimizing the negative impacts of high stakes testing.

Question 4

Legislation that demands performance by all children in the same grade at the same level is incompatible with the concept of individual timetables for development.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Discuss how children who are concrete thinkers learn BEST, and point out ways teachers can use this knowledge in creating appropriate literacy, writing, and math curricula.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss how children who are concrete thinkers...

Question 6

How would you explain emergent literacy to a parent with questions? Be detailed and specific.

Accepted Answer

The answer of How would you explain emergent literacy to...

Question 7

The federal legislation No Child Left Behind mandates ____________for all children from third grade on.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The federal legislation No Child Left Behind...

Question 8

The position statement of the International Reading Association suggests using __________of reading instruction.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The position statement of the International Reading...

Question 9

Girls continue to be ahead of boys in fine motor development through the primary years.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The theory of multiple intelligences was suggested by

Accepted Answer

A)   Piaget.
B)   Vygotsky.
C)   Gardner.
D)   Reggia.

Question 11

Assessment based on performance can use ____________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Assessment based on performance can use ____________....

Question 12

When children can do concrete operations they can do all EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)   reverse their thinking.
B)   solve problems without the use of physical objects.
C)   consider several aspects of a situation.
D)   think about purely symbolic ideas.

Question 13

In the primary years, children are moving into the stage of concrete operations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Curriculum in the primary years can be integrated using long term projects or theme study.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

In encouraging writing in primary classrooms teachers do all EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)   take dictation of stories.
B)   emphasize penmanship.
C)   provide experiences that necessitate writing.
D)   give opportunities to observe teachers and older children writing.

Question 16

Piaget's concrete stage means that children no longer need direct physical experience to learn a new concept.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Dispositions for learning can be tested for.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

One unsupportive approach with teaching writing is ____________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One unsupportive approach with teaching writing is...

Question 19

The DAP position statement mandates that decisions that have a major impact on children, such as school entry or retention, should have multiple sources of information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

In supporting children's writing, teachers do all EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)   offer events and experiences that encourage writing, such as thank you notes.
B)   correct children's invented spelling.
C)   provide tools to use, such as dictionaries and computers.
D)   hold regular individual writing conferences, to assist children with necessary skills.

Exam 16: Developmentally Appropriate Learning Environments: For Primary-Age Children

Piaget proposed a theory of multiple intelligences.

Choose the best completion: Group work is

Write an explanation of appropriate assessment, contrasting it with the dangers of high stakes testing.

Legislation that demands performance by all children in the same grade at the same level is incompatible with the concept of individual timetables for development.

Discuss how children who are concrete thinkers learn BEST, and point out ways teachers can use this knowledge in creating appropriate literacy, writing, and math curricula.

How would you explain emergent literacy to a parent with questions? Be detailed and specific.

The federal legislation No Child Left Behind mandates ____________for all children from third grade on.

The position statement of the International Reading Association suggests using __________of reading instruction.

Girls continue to be ahead of boys in fine motor development through the primary years.

The theory of multiple intelligences was suggested by

Assessment based on performance can use ____________.

When children can do concrete operations they can do all EXCEPT

In the primary years, children are moving into the stage of concrete operations.

Curriculum in the primary years can be integrated using long term projects or theme study.

In encouraging writing in primary classrooms teachers do all EXCEPT

Piaget's concrete stage means that children no longer need direct physical experience to learn a new concept.

Dispositions for learning can be tested for.

One unsupportive approach with teaching writing is ____________.

The DAP position statement mandates that decisions that have a major impact on children, such as school entry or retention, should have multiple sources of information.

In supporting children's writing, teachers do all EXCEPT