Question 1

Following the flow of a scarf with the eyes as it falls to the ground is an example of a ____________ activity that helps prepare the brain for reading.

Accepted Answer

tracking

Question 2

__________________ learning connects content from at least two subject areas in an attempt to promote learning in both subjects.

Accepted Answer

Interdisciplinary

Question 3

A culminating event that brings review and closure to a thematic unit is an important component that should not be overlooked.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

To effectively integrate content from other subject areas into physical education lessons,it is necessary for the physical education teacher to be knowledgeable of the other content standards for a particular subject and grade level.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Planning and implementing lessons for two weeks that focus on math,physical education,and science concepts related to the ocean is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)   the Shared Integration Approach.
B)   the Content Linkage Approach.
C)   the Thematic Unit Approach.
D)   the Skill Themes Integration Approach.
E)   the Scope and Sequence Approach.

Question 6

Recently,there has been an increased interest in physical activity,particularly in children,because

Accepted Answer

A)   of brain-based learning research.
B)   there is an obesity epidemic in the United States.
C)   studies are showing a link between physical activity and academic performance.
D)   all of the choices are correct
E)   of brain-based learning research and because there is an obesity epidemic in the United States only.

Question 7

Brain researchers have recently provided evidence that physical activity contributes to optimal brain functioning,and therefore,optimal learning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

When the physical education teacher uses a dribbling lesson to reinforce the math concept of multiplication with a class of 4th graders,she is using the integration approach called

Accepted Answer

A)   the Shared Integration Approach.
B)   the Content Linkage Approach.
C)   the Thematic Unit Approach.
D)   the Skill Themes Integration Approach.
E)   the Scope and Sequence Approach.

Question 9

________________ movements such as moving body parts to the beat of a drum or marching to a cadence can stimulate the frontal lobes of the brain.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________________ movements such as moving body parts...

Question 10

There is some evidence that music improves learning and memory and increases optimum functioning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Two teachers working together to teach the health benefits of physical activity and the calculation of steps taken using pedometers over a three week period is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)   the Shared Integration Approach.
B)   the Content Linkage Approach.
C)   the Thematic Unit Approach.
D)   the Skill Themes Integration Approach.
E)   the Scope and Sequence Approach.

Question 12

__________________ movements are those that cross the midsection of the body and prepares the brain to read and write.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________________ movements are those that cross the...

Question 13

Some researchers suggest that physical activity is necessary for children to learn.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 32: Integrating the Skill Theme Approach Across the Curriculum

Following the flow of a scarf with the eyes as it falls to the ground is an example of a ____________ activity that helps prepare the brain for reading.

__________________ learning connects content from at least two subject areas in an attempt to promote learning in both subjects.

A culminating event that brings review and closure to a thematic unit is an important component that should not be overlooked.

To effectively integrate content from other subject areas into physical education lessons,it is necessary for the physical education teacher to be knowledgeable of the other content standards for a particular subject and grade level.

Planning and implementing lessons for two weeks that focus on math,physical education,and science concepts related to the ocean is an example of

Recently,there has been an increased interest in physical activity,particularly in children,because

Brain researchers have recently provided evidence that physical activity contributes to optimal brain functioning,and therefore,optimal learning.

When the physical education teacher uses a dribbling lesson to reinforce the math concept of multiplication with a class of 4^th graders,she is using the integration approach called

________________ movements such as moving body parts to the beat of a drum or marching to a cadence can stimulate the frontal lobes of the brain.

There is some evidence that music improves learning and memory and increases optimum functioning.

Two teachers working together to teach the health benefits of physical activity and the calculation of steps taken using pedometers over a three week period is an example of

__________________ movements are those that cross the midsection of the body and prepares the brain to read and write.

Some researchers suggest that physical activity is necessary for children to learn.