Question 1

Which of the following terms refers to the idea that a teacher can try so hard to avoidbeing biased that diverse backgrounds can be ignored?

Accepted Answer

A) Cultural Conflict. 
B) Expectations. 
C) Color-Blindedness. 
D) Meritocracy. 
E) Deficit Conceptions.

Question 2

Which statement most accurately describes differentiated instruction?

Accepted Answer

A) Each student in a classroom should be taught differently, as no two students arethe same. 
B) Teaching strategies should change each day so that students experience differentapproaches to the lessons. 
C) Students should be asked to solve additional problems if they catch on quickly tothe standard material studied by the whole class. 
D) Teachers should adapt their teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs ofstudents. 
E) Students who are more able should be given additional projects that extend theirthinking beyond what is expected of the rest of the students in the class.

Question 3

Which of the following ethnic groups is the youngest in the United States,representing 18% of the population in 2018?

Accepted Answer

A) African-American. 
B) Asian. 
C) Native American. 
D) Western European. 
E) Hispanic.

Question 4

Which of the following is likely to benefit a student who has a severe behavioraldisability?

Accepted Answer

A) Isolation, rather than working with others in a group. 
B) Hands-on lesson experiences. 
C) Specific, firm directions. 
D) Strict rules for proper behavior. 
E) An aide in the classroom.

Question 5

Which of the following statements/questions is the best to make to a student who hasscored high on an exam or project?

Accepted Answer

A) "How did you pull that off?" 
B) "You are so smart!" 
C) "Let's hope you can do as well on the next one!" 
D) "Your hard work on this unit really paid off!" 
E) "You did better than anyone else in the class!"

Question 6

In order to counter female students' tendency to attribute success in the classroom to"luck," teachers are encouraged to do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A) Routinely explain to the class that "luck" has little to do with success inmathematics. 
B) Announce high scores received by female students to the class to encourage othersto achieve at this level. 
C) Affirm female students to build their confidence. 
D) Make tests less challenging so that female students can feel success. 
E) Consistently remind female students that they are very capable of achievingsuccess.

Question 7

Which of the following manipulatives can be particularly useful for teaching conceptsof positive and negative numbers?

Accepted Answer

A) Pattern blocks. 
B) Two-color counters. 
C) Geoboards. 
D) Miras. 
E) Base ten blocks.

Question 8

Which term refers to the climate or tone of a classroom?

Accepted Answer

A) Affect. 
B) Content. 
C) Process. 
D) Product. 
E) Routine.

Question 9

When a student with special needs remains in a classroom with peers, with supportservices made available, this process is referred to as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A) Inclusion. 
B) Incorporation. 
C) Pull-Out Program. 
D) Equity. 
E) Individualization.

Question 10

The assumption that "all students have a right to equally access all areas of thecurriculum as well as access high-quality instructional materials and teaching" is the definition of which term?

Accepted Answer

A) Equality. 
B) Accessibility. 
C) Equity. 
D) Instructability. 
E) Accountability.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT another name for English Language Learners (ELL)?

Accepted Answer

A) Language Minority Students. 
B) Limited English Proficient. 
C) English as a Second Language. 
D) Culturally and Linguistically Diverse. 
E) All of these are other names for ELL students.

Question 12

Which of the following statements about preferences of female students is supportedby research?

Accepted Answer

A) Females prefer collaboration over competition. 
B) Females prefer competition over collaboration. 
C) Females prefer to work alone, rather than with peers. 
D) Females are intimidated by working in a group with males. 
E) Females prefer speaking to writing.

Question 13

According to the NCTM, which of the following groups of students have NOThistorically been "victims of low expectations"?

Accepted Answer

A) Female students. 
B) Nonwhite Students. 
C) Students who live in low-income areas. 
D) Students with learning disabilities. 
E) Students from rural communities.

Question 14

Which of these is a situation that often results in inequity?

Accepted Answer

A) Teaching algebra concepts to eighth graders. 
B) Using calculators on tests. 
C) Teaching with a textbook. 
D) Tracking students by ability levels. 
E) Using an integrated curriculum.

Question 15

A report by the U.S.Department of Education suggests that approximately whichpercentage of teachers have special education students in their classrooms, yet receive no consultation on how to best meet the needs of those students?

Accepted Answer

A) 10%. 
B) 25%. 
C) 50%. 
D) 75%. 
E) 90%.

Question 16

In order to make a mathematical task "worthwhile," which of the following isrecommended?

Accepted Answer

A) Make the problem fun for students to solve. 
B) Ensure that the problem is easy to solve. 
C) Write the problem so that it is meaningful to the student. 
D) Plan the task so that it prepares students for assessments. 
E) Any task can be worthwhile, as long as the directions are clear.

Question 17

Which of the following is recommended in Chapter 12 as a way for teachers toattempt to individualize to the needs of their students?

Accepted Answer

A) Provide before and after school tutoring. 
B) Establish a mathematics club. 
C) Set up a class website. 
D) Send home a regular class newsletter. 
E) All of these are recommended.

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a recommendation for working with AfricanAmerican students in a mathematics classroom?

Accepted Answer

A) Let your students know that you believe they can succeed. 
B) Develop partnerships with parents of the students. 
C) Focus on mathematical procedures. 
D) Use mathematics to explore race and ethnicity issues. 
E) Provide an atmosphere in which students challenge one another.

Question 19

When males perform a task, they generally attribute their performance to their abilitylevels.When females perform a task, to which of the following do they generallyattribute their performance?

Accepted Answer

A) Ability. 
B) Quality of instruction. 
C) Study habits. 
D) Luck. 
E) Amount of time.

Question 20

What have many school districts done to address the issue of equity in their secondaryschools?

Accepted Answer

A) Offer an integrated curriculum. 
B) Train teachers to treat all students the same. 
C) Increase taxes to purchase the highest quality of materials. 
D) Eliminate "honors" level courses. 
E) Require all eighth grade students to take an algebra course.

Exam 12: Managing a Mathematics Classroom