Question 1

The practice of creating meaningful learning centers in a classroom does all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   minimizes classroom management issues.
B)   prevents student interest and engagement in learning.
C)   encourages students to take ownership of their own learning.
D)   prevents the monotony of a continuous routine. B

Question 2

Children encouraged to play sports as a way to build character usually enjoy it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

The benefits of a STEM-based curriculum include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   scientific inquiry.
B)   mathematical skills for project calculations.
C)   use of worksheets for assessments.
D)   use of the scientific method. C

Question 4

Research indicates that when Julie and Tiano are involved in extracurricular activities outside of school, they increase the possibility that they will go to college and lead a more productive life.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Play benefits children who are 6-12 years old because it:

Accepted Answer

A)   facilitates growth in the developmental domains and increases academic content knowledge.
B)   increases scores on standardized tests.
C)   increases STEM scores.
D)   all of the above.
E)   none of the above.

Question 6

Children who are in middle childhood should not play with Legos or other blocks and construction materials.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

STEM and inquiry projects are similar in that they both involve the integration of academic content though cooperative learning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A play-based STEM program would most likely include:

Accepted Answer

A)   board games that encourage literacy and social studies.
B)   acting out the role of an astronaut, engineer, or reporter.
C)   using fantasy to establish stronger communication skills.
D)   establishing teacher-set rules for idea collection.

Question 9

Aieden, Jasmin, and Sierra prepared a presentation on insects in their neighborhood. This can be used as an appropriate assessment of inquiry learning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

STEM and Inquiry are interchangeable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The benefits of play specific to children during middle childhood may include:

Accepted Answer

A)   myelination in the developing brain.
B)   increased self-esteem through playing games with external rules.
C)   increased reliance on adult supervision.
D)   fewer occasions for competitive social contexts.

Question 12

Middle childhood is described developmentally as:

Accepted Answer

A)   pre- and concrete operational by Piaget.
B)   autonomy versus shame by Erikson.
C)   the zone of proximal development by Vygotsky.
D)   the microsystem by Gardner.

Question 13

Play with miniature materials are not appropriate for middle childhood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Inquiry projects and STEM projects are:

Accepted Answer

A)   similar in that they both involve active exploration.
B)   similar in that they both involve teacher-directed activities.
C)   similar in that they both involve child-directed activities.
D)   none of the above.

Question 15

A science circus involves moving from center to center to explore science materials.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Beanbags and large meeting spaces should be included in classrooms designed for 6-12 year-old children.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A STEM project differs from an inquiry project in that:

Accepted Answer

A)   a STEM project requires posing a question.
B)   an inquiry project involves student-led investigation and use of technology to answer questions.
C)   an inquiry project uses the scientific method.
D)   a STEM project generates solutions to a problem through the design/creation of a project.

Question 18

Shena wants to know more about clouds, she is in the first stage of an _____________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Shena wants to know more about clouds,...

Question 19

Play is a meaningful vehicle for learning in the core content areas through all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)   constructive play, when children create puppets or props for plays.
B)   symbolic play, when teachers set up a bank or store.
C)   games with rules that provide practice in math and science.
D)   observer play, when children observe others play.

Question 20

The most common type of social play for 6-12 year old children is solitary play.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 8: Supporting Play for Children in Middle Childhood

The practice of creating meaningful learning centers in a classroom does all of the following EXCEPT:

Children encouraged to play sports as a way to build character usually enjoy it.

The benefits of a STEM-based curriculum include all of the following EXCEPT:

Research indicates that when Julie and Tiano are involved in extracurricular activities outside of school, they increase the possibility that they will go to college and lead a more productive life.

Play benefits children who are 6-12 years old because it:

Children who are in middle childhood should not play with Legos or other blocks and construction materials.

STEM and inquiry projects are similar in that they both involve the integration of academic content though cooperative learning.

A play-based STEM program would most likely include:

Aieden, Jasmin, and Sierra prepared a presentation on insects in their neighborhood. This can be used as an appropriate assessment of inquiry learning.

STEM and Inquiry are interchangeable.

The benefits of play specific to children during middle childhood may include:

Middle childhood is described developmentally as:

Play with miniature materials are not appropriate for middle childhood.

Inquiry projects and STEM projects are:

A science circus involves moving from center to center to explore science materials.

Beanbags and large meeting spaces should be included in classrooms designed for 6-12 year-old children.

A STEM project differs from an inquiry project in that:

Shena wants to know more about clouds, she is in the first stage of an _____________.

Play is a meaningful vehicle for learning in the core content areas through all of the following EXCEPT:

The most common type of social play for 6-12 year old children is solitary play.