Module One

Question 1

It is time for the state standardized tests. According to the state, which would be expected of a first year English Language Learning student?

Answer 1

Require the student to complete the mathematics exam but allow an interpreter for translating directions and clarifying instructions

Question 2

Which of the following accommodations would be appropriate for a child with a physical disability

Answer 2

Use the same materials/means as have been used for other things in the classroom

Question 3

A child has a hearing device. You and the student discuss the device with the class. What is this promoting?

Answer 3

Positive peer and student interaction

Question 4

A student who is typically well behaved has suddenly started acting out and crying in school. He doesn’t want to join the class during activities. The teacher knows that his sister has recently been diagnosed with leukemia and the family has had stress. The student’s behavior shows which principle of the family systems theory?

Answer 4

Interdependence

Question 5

During a parent teacher conference, the teacher asks “How and with whom should I disclose information about your child?”. This teacher understands which component of the family systems theory?

Answer 5

Hierarchies

Question 6

What is atypical of four-year-old speech?

Answer 6

Speech consists of repetitive phrases and words

Question 7

Which behavior appears first in an infant?

Answer 7

Social smile

Question 8

A student tells a teacher about two instances of physical abuse that happened one year ago. The student begs the teacher to keep it a secret. How should the teacher respond?

Answer 8

Tell the child you can’t keep it a secret and report it

Question 9

How do you act as an advocate as a teacher?

Answer 9

Meet with an IEP team

Question 10

There is going to be a child in your class with leukemia. What possible struggles or problems should you expect to prepare for that could affect the child’s learning?

Answer 10

Frequent absences

Question 11

A teacher has a student with ADHD who has a hard time sitting still for prolonged periods of time. A special speaker is coming in to speak to the class for 30 minutes. What should the teacher do to accommodate the ADHD student?

Answer 11

Put the student in a space where he can move around and not distract the speaker

Question 12

A student with a visual impairment cannot see things that are projected on the wall. A speaker is coming in and showing a slideshow to the class. How can you best accommodate this student?

Answer 12

Give the student a paper copy of the slides to follow along with

Question 13

A teacher’s class isn’t following directions. Which of the following should the teacher do first?

Answer 13

Talk with the students and work with them first.

Question 14

A teacher allows students to pick a method to demonstrate what they learned about a particular subject. For example, they can make a powerpoint, make a model, or a drawing. What type of instructional approach is this?

Answer 14

Universal design

Question 15

A 4th grade teacher wants to measure the skill level of students in certain subjects at the beginning of the school year. What type of assessment would be best to use?

Answer 15

Use informal assessment by having students make a list of what they know and what they do not know

Question 16

You are going to be working with a co-teacher. What would be most beneficial in helping you work together?

Answer 16

Create common learning goals for the students

Question 17

What is the best way to get parents to come to school events?

Answer 17

Display your students work and let students do presentations at events

Question 18

When should a teacher be most concerned about copyright laws?

Answer 18

When giving a well known children’s book to each child for use in class

Question 19

Albert Bandura’s theory of modeling requires four steps. Which of the following is not one of Bandura’s observational learning steps?

Answer 19

Participating in classroom meetings to discuss rules

Question 20

Mrs. Mallow, the physical education teacher, asks her students to write an essay explaining the rules to a game of their choice. Which domain is she testing?

Answer 20

Cognitive domain

Question 21

Whom should a teacher check with before incorporating any holidays into classroom activities?

Answer 21

Parents

Question 22

Which of the following actions would be considered unethical for a teacher?

Answer 22

Accepting tickets to a professional sporting event from parents for helping their child after school

Question 23

According to theorists, what is the best way that children learn?

Answer 23

Construction of knowledge

Question 24

What is the best way to interpret a student’s standardized test results to their family?

Answer 24

Explain the score using jargon-free language

Question 25

What is an example of being unbiased during a test?

Answer 25

All students have an understanding of the content

Question 26

A pre-k classroom is divided into 6 centers. Children are allowed to pick their own center and complete an activity in 10 minutes. What is the main benefit of this exercise?

Answer 26

Students understand to make choices and meet expectations

Question 27

In choosing a professional development activity from among various options, a teachers first consideration should be to determine which option is most likely to

Answer 27

Provide research-based information relevant to current instructional issues or needs

Question 28

What characteristic would most qualify a child for a pre-k counts grant?

Answer 28

English is not their first language