Deck 3: Factors Affecting Learning

Question 1

According to the technology position statement by NAEYC and the Fred Rogers Center, technology should be carefully selected and integrated into developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

When a child does something impressive, it is a good option for the adult to say nothing and let the child enjoy the moment.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Child abuse can be reported anonymously.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Describe the adult's two basic roles in children's learning.

Question 5

Behaviorist teachers

A)feel free to stand back and let children discover for themselves.
B)are alert so that they can follow up desired behaviors with positive consequences for the child.
C)ask questions that help children solve problems on their own.
D)provide a variety of experiences during which children are encouraged to explore and experiment.

Question 6

All Native American children learn best in the logical, linear, and sequential teaching style typical of today's elementary school.

Question 7

Increasing numbers of U.S.children are likely to face the risks associated with unstable, inadequate housing, if not actual homelessness.

Question 8

When it comes to being responsible for reporting cases of child abuse, teachers should

A)know that laws in most states require that they report any suspected abuse.
B)mind their own business and keep their suspicions to themselves.
C)report cases if they believe no one will find out they were the ones who told.
D)be careful not to get involved in lawsuits.

Question 9

An individualized family service plan (IFSP) is

A)a special needs service offered to families until children graduate from high school.
B)used to help immigrant families adjust to life in the United States.
C)difficult to develop because families vary so greatly.
D)a plan developed for families with children from birth to three who have special needs.

Question 10

The Individual Education Plan (IEP) is

A)a plan the teacher devises to provide an educational program for children with disabilities.
B)developed by diagnosticians.
C)developed cooperatively by school personnel and parents.
D)not required but recommended by federal and state laws.

Question 11

African-American children tend to thrive in a school setting characterized by freedom, variation, creativity, novelty, uniqueness, and affective and humanistic patterns.

Question 12

For Bandura, the adult's major role is to be a model of appropriate behavior.

Question 13

Bias is defined as "an attitude, belief, or feeling that results in, and helps justify, unfair treatment of a person because of his or her identity" (Derman-Sparks & Edwards, 2010).

Question 14

Instructional approaches for anti-bias and multicultural education include:

A)exploring children's social identities (e.g., racial, cultural, gender, economic class).
B)exploring the similarities and differences among children.
C)assessing children's misconceptions and stereotypes and any experiences they perceive as unfair.
D)discussing with children any unfair occurrences that they perceive or experience.

Question 15

Kohn suggests that when a child puts his toys away

A)there should be a discussion about the importance of keeping the room neat and taking care of the toys.
B)concrete rewards such as stickers should be given.
C)generalized praise such as "good job" should be given.
D)All the answers are correct.

Question 16

As the dominant group in American society, people of European ancestry have their roles clearly laid out.Which response is correct?

A)Yes, they have no problems.
B)Yes, they should just help others understand.
C)No, their role is not well defined but there is nothing they can do about it.
D)No, they need to find themselves and define who they are as a people.

Question 17

Task analysis is

A)helping children sense things in the world.
B)modifying the environment for a child with a disability.
C)breaking learning tasks into smaller steps for children with learning disabilities.
D)having children explain to you how they completed a task.

Question 18

Too much praise can steal children's pleasure.

Question 19

For Vygotsky, the adult's major role in child learning is

A)guiding the child through the cycles of growth and giving support when the child goes through a difficult stage.
B)providing support for the child through the zone of proximal development.
C)guiding the child through the cycles of growth and giving support when the child goes through a difficult stage.
D)guiding the child through the stages of mental development by providing the appropriate environment, the right kinds of questions, and an opportunity for exploration and discovery.

Question 20

The teacher who works from the perspective of Vygotsky's theory would select a reading program that focuses on a strong phonics element with supportive drill-and-practice activities.

Question 21

Describe the popular model of parent involvement created by Epstein.

Question 22

Describe some strategies a teacher can use to be considerate of and appropriately teach children from different ethnic/racial groups.

Question 23

Describe the adult roles for teaching in the inclusive classroom.

Question 24

List at least 5 guidelines for creating quality environments and instruction for young children.

Question 25

Compare and contrast constructivist and behaviorist views of the role of the adult in supporting the development of young children.

Question 26

List five core strengths of African-American families.