Deck 15: Teaching Critical Content in Science and Social Studies to All Learners

Question 1

Social behavior often improves when students are immersed in something they can relate to and find interesting. ​

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Science and social studies textbooks are often written as expository texts which tend to _________ learners who are at-risk or have learning problems. ​

A)engage ​
B)anchor
C)enrich
D)disengage

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of the five "big ideas" in science standards? ​

A)Evidence, models, and explanations
B)Constancy, change, and measurement
C)Evolution and transformation
D)Form and function

Answer 3

C

Question 4

If a class examined global warming from the perspective of the balance among living things, which of the following "big ideas" in the science standards would this topic fall under? ​

A)Systems, order, and organization
B)Evidence, models, and explanations
C)Evolution and equilibrium
D)Form and function

Question 5

The process of collecting, organizing, and analyzing data in order to gain deeper understandings that allow students to solve problems, formulate predictions, and make plans of action is applicable to: ​

A)all content areas.
B)math and science. ​
C)literature and history.
D)social studies and science.

Question 6

Unlike science, the breadth of social studies content information is vast.

Question 7

Color-coding the UDL elements in a lesson plan helps ensure variety in planning the lesson's presentation and engagement.

Question 8

When planning instruction in the sciences and social studies, focusing on details helps teachers stay connected the required standards.

Question 9

Timely, specific, and informative questions and feedback can help correct possible misconceptions held by students, as well as help them grow in their thinking.

Question 10

The first "big idea" in science standards revolves around systems, order, and organization. Which of the following is NOT an example of a system in this standard?

A)Computers
B)Human body
C)Space
D)Weather

Question 11

The foundation for science, like most content area disciplines, is still largely accessed by: ​

A)hands on instruction. ​
B)authentic learning.
C)a textbook.
D)constructivist activities.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the teaching of science and social studies? ​

A)Science and social studies present many opportunities to work in teams.
B)The principles of UDL are evident in science and social studies standards and curriculum.
C)Students who struggle can sometimes do well in content areas, however without direct instruction in English class, language skills cannot improve in their science and social studies classes.
D)Science and social studies can draw in all learners and classrooms come alive with lots of opportunities for 'hands on' instruction.

Question 13

By understanding the past and present through the study of history and other social studies disciplines, we can make the most of what we have and better prepare ourselves for the future. ​

Question 14

Science and technology are closely related and share the same goal: to better understand our natural world.

Question 15

Diverse learners in science and social studies can benefit from: ​

A)anchoring instruction. ​
B)helping them prioritize tasks.
C)the use of narratives.
D)All of the choices are correct.

Question 16

The effective teacher identifies the modalities and strengths of each learner through: ​

A)years of experience. ​
B)understanding the theory of multiple intelligences.
C)on-going assessment.
D)instinct.

Question 17

Not all students are capable of increasing their problem-solving abilities.

Question 18

When designing integrated units, assessment should always be planned first, then goals should be defined and activities planned based on the goals and available resources. ​

Question 19

Textbooks do not always cover everything that is needed according to the standards you are charged to teach.

Question 20

_________ are the concepts and skills to be taught and assessed. ​

A)Curricula
B)Standards
C)Facts
D)Interventions

Question 21

If you can link student learning to _____________, you maximize student learning.

A)historical facts
B)key ideas
C)cause and effect
D)form and function

Question 22

Regarding teaching methods for concepts and specific skills in science and social studies, all of the following statements are true, EXCEPT:

A)there are times when skills necessary for a task need to be directly taught at the start of the lesson. ​
B)the learning environment should be a safe place for students to take risks.
C)purposeful learning extensions should be on hand for students who need to move on with less direction.
D)only students with limited skills in reading need time for exploration and discovery.

Question 23

All the following statements demonstrate the value of using computers to create and access alternative assessments for students, EXCEPT:

A)the file can be saved and used repeatedly for any student who needs an alternative assessment.
B)the font size can be easily changed as needed on objective/short answer tests.
C)you can easily reduce the number of items or questions on a page.
D)the number of answer choices can be readily increased or decreased to fit learner needs.

Question 24

Which of the following can help promote positive social interactions for students? ​

A)Cooperative learning activities ​
B)Working outdoors and field trips
C)Thematic units that integrate the arts
D)All of the choices are correct.

Question 25

Polloway, Patton, & Serna (2012)identify ten inquiry skills that should be included regularly in science instruction. The first is _____________, wherein students use their senses to find out/take in information about a topic or subject. ​

A)measurement
B)observation
C)organization
D)experiment

Question 26

Which of the following statements is NOT associated with inquiry-based instruction/activities? ​

A)All students can actively participate in the lesson
B)Teachers circulate to prompt and offer guiding questions
C)Most of the work is teacher-directed
D)All students can be involved in problem-solving

Question 27

The National Council for Social Studies (NCSS)states that many civic issues are _____________ and must interact with mathematics, natural sciences, and the humanities to be resolved. ​

A)interesting ​
B)interchangeable ​
C)interdisciplinary
D)interdictory

Question 28

All of the following statements on assessing student learning are true, EXCEPT:

A)classroom assessment can take many forms.
B)some forms of assessment are better than others to evaluate particular learning goals.
C)multiple-choice/short answer questions are best for measuring the full extent of student learning.
D)more authentic assessments can help students become on-going assessors of their own learning.

Question 29

Which of the ten thematic strands from the National Social Studies Standards involves understanding how countries make decisions about the distribution of economic resources and goods? ​

A)Global connections ​
B)Civic ideals and practices
C)Power, authority, and governance
D)Time, continuity, and change

Question 30

Student assessment should include evaluation of the __________ as well as the achievement so that adjustments for representation, expression, and engagement can be made as necessary. ​

A)product
B)process
C)practical
D)principle

Question 31

All of the following should typically occur during the open and setup part of the lesson, EXCEPT:

A)previous lesson is reviewed.
B)objectives for current lesson are clearly stated.
C)equipment and technology devices are unpacked and set up.
D)students' prior knowledge is pre-assessed through questions and discussion.

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT considered a discipline under the umbrella of social studies? ​

A)Economics
B)Accounting ​
C)History
D)Geography

Question 33

Rubrics are useful tools for all of the following reasons, EXCEPT:

A)they allow for flexibility in process and product. ​
B)learners will have the opportunity to earn more points on the final product when holistic, as opposed to analytic, rubrics are used.
C)the student knows what is expected from the start.
D)They are useful in content area instruction, especially with diverse learners.

Question 34

Integrated or____________ teaching combines individual parts to make a whole unit and offers diverse learners opportunities to learn through strengths and to connect with the real world. ​

A)objective
B)explicit
C)thematic
D)inclusive

Question 35

Content-specific textbooks in science and social studies are to be considered: ​

A)the primary reference tool.
B)one of many reference tools.
C)the only source of information students need.
D)outdated and of less value than more current Internet resources.

Question 36

Preparing and using ______________ in pre-assessment helps in planning differentiated instruction as well as in monitoring comprehension during and after instruction. ​

A)tiered questions
B)question rubrics
C)essential questions
D)recurrent questions

Question 37

Using "big ideas" helps to pull out the critical aspects of the content and put them into: ​

A)the spotlight. ​
B)manageable chunks.
C)the curriculum.
D)the final exam.

Question 38

An activities-oriented approach incorporates all of the following elements, EXCEPT:

A)diverse learners can start the lesson by exploring with "hands on" materials.
B)resources and type of final assessment drive the instruction.
C)language and literacy barriers are greatly reduced.
D)activities can be directly related to real life.

Question 39

The purpose of differentiation for complexity is to: ​

A)make objectives, goals, and assessments accessible and appropriate for all students.
B)keep gifted students engaged.
C)develop and deliver instruction in a single form based on the needs of the "average" student in a particular classroom.
D)simplify the unit and lessons.

Question 40

When preparing a lesson, preplanning activities are helpful and often include all of the following, EXCEPT:

A)reviewing targeted vocabulary with students.
B)preparing organizers/outlines.
C)preparing guided notes.
D)setting up equipment.

Question 41

Which of the following statements is NOT true of field trips and community-based learning? ​

A)Virtual field trips are expensive, not accessible to all, and students gain little from the experience.
B)Community-based instruction can help learning come alive for students who do not have a lot of background knowledge.
C)Civic responsibility can be enhanced when students engage in service learning activities.
D)Reflective practices are built into service learning, which integrates learning objectives with meaningful community service.

Question 42

Which of the following statements regarding peer tutoring is NOT true? ​

A)Students can be paired with consideration for physical, cognitive, and social needs.
B)Peer tutors should be high-achieving students, so training is generally unnecessary.
C)Matching high-achieving students together some of the time offers opportunities for more complex dialogue.
D)It could be beneficial to pair English language learners with bilingual students who have greater English language proficiency.

Question 43

Explain in details how the "big ideas" in science and social studies can be applied to real life/authentic learning situations.

Question 44

Students with social or behavioral needs can be supported in the physical environment through: ​

A)using an anchor, such as a scientist, explorer, or historic figure of the day to increase engagement in the social/behavioral domain.
B)offering choices in the way information is received, and for engagement and expression.
C)selecting groups and arranging partnerships based on how well students work together.
D)All of the choices are correct.

Question 45

________________can be created using acrostics, acronyms, rhymes, poems, or other visualizations or associations and are designed to help students remember science and social studies vocabulary and concepts. ​

A)Venn diagrams
B)Content enhancements
C)KWL charts
D)Mnemonic devices

Question 46

All of following techniques/strategies reinforce key vocabulary related to science and social studies content, EXCEPT:

A)putting key vocabulary on cards and posting them in the room.
B)differentiating vocabulary for diverse learners.
C)pairing words with objects, pictures, and gestures when possible.
D)boxing and paraphrasing key passages adjacent to the original text.

Question 47

Describe the ten inquiry skills that should be regularly included in science instruction.

Question 48

All of the following statements are true, EXCEPT:

A)rehearsal can increase student enragement, boost learner confidence, and provide additional motivation.
B)completed content enhancements can be used to demonstrate student skill but cannot assess comprehension.
C)self-monitoring is an important part of engagement.
D)students need multiple opportunities to practice in different ways.

Question 49

What "big ideas" in social studies can be drawn from the ten thematic strands in the National Social Studies Standards?

Question 50

Describe the key elements of the lesson body in a lesson plan.

Question 51

What are the advantages in using narrative texts in the social studies classroom?

Question 52

_______________ include tools such as advance organizers/agendas, outlines, graphic organizers, content diagrams, charts, and study guides that help students understand and organize ideas, concepts, and vocabulary.

A)Rehearsals ​
B)Venn diagrams
C)Content enhancements
D)Mnemonic devices

Question 53

How does the Full Option Science System (FOSS)promote the use of cooperative learning in the science classroom?

Question 54

In addition to anchoring instruction and using narratives, what other research-based strategies and interventions can help teachers meet the needs of their diverse learners?

Question 55

Explain the five "big ideas" or unifying concept and processes standards in science curricula.

Question 56

Text for diverse learners can be adapted by: ​

A)removing the reading requirement.
B)eliminating the presentation.
C)modifying the reading requirement and/or the reading level. ​
D)All of the choices are correct.

Question 57

Compare and contrast the varying approaches to teaching science and social studies in today's classrooms.