Question 1

Teachers who create circumstances for students to engage in self-determination are called _____ teachers.

Accepted Answer

Autonomy-supportive teachers encourage students to make choices and take ownership of their learning, allowing them to develop their own intrinsic motivation and sense of self-determination. This promotes deeper learning and engagement in the classroom. Extrinsic and intrinsic refer to types of motivation, while mastery refers to a type of learning goal orientation.

Question 2

Motivation research overwhelmingly concludes that teachers should encourage

Accepted Answer

Motivation research indicates that intrinsic motivation is more effective than extrinsic motivation in fostering long-term engagement and learning. Therefore, teachers should encourage intrinsic motivation by emphasizing the value and enjoyment of learning, providing autonomy and choice, and fostering a sense of competence and relatedness. It is not recommended to rely solely on extrinsic motivation, such as rewards or punishments, as it can undermine intrinsic motivation and create a dependence on external factors for motivation. Competing in the real world does not necessarily require relying solely on extrinsic motivation, as many successful individuals are driven by intrinsic factors such as passion and purpose.

Question 3

Intrinsic motivation is emphasized in which developmental approach?

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

A legal written statement displaying a disabled student's unique academic plan is called a(n)

Accepted Answer

An individualized education plan (IEP) is a written document that outlines the unique academic plan for a student with disabilities. It includes specific academic goals, accommodations, and services that will help the student succeed in their education. A LRE list (A) refers to a list of ways in which a school is providing a student with a disability equal access to education in the least restrictive environment. Best practice teaching strategy (C) and individual learning style map (D) may be used to inform an IEP, but are not the actual legal written statement.

Question 5

Marti loves the thrill that learning about history gives her and enjoys pleasing her parents with her good grades in this subject area. This is an example of which type of motivation?

Accepted Answer

Marti is motivated intrinsically by the thrill that learning about history gives her, and extrinsically by the desire to please her parents with good grades.

Question 6

Lisa has a diagnosed learning disability and is not succeeding in a regular classroom. After discussion of this by a multidisciplinary team, Lisa is recommended for specialized instruction in a special education classroom that is as similar as possible to the classroom where children without a disability are taught. This provision is an example of

Accepted Answer

The provision of specialized instruction in a special education classroom that is as similar as possible to the classroom where children without a disability are taught is an example of a least restrictive environment. This means that students with disabilities should be educated in settings that are, to the greatest extent possible, similar to those in which children without disabilities are educated. This approach supports inclusion and the integration of students with disabilities into mainstream education settings whenever possible, but also recognizes the need for specialized instruction and support when necessary.

Question 7

Stuart has a learning disability and is educated in the least restrictive environment. This means that Stuart

Accepted Answer

"Educated in the least restrictive environment" means that the student is placed in the educational setting where they can access the general curriculum with accommodations and supports while still being included with their nondisabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate. This is achieved through the IEP process which determines the appropriate educational placement for the student.

Question 8

What do Kauffman and colleagues advocate for the education of children with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Kauffman and colleagues advocate for an individualized approach that may not involve full inclusion but allows for specialized instruction and/or adapted curricula. This approach acknowledges the unique needs of children with disabilities and recognizes that one-size-fits-all solutions may not be appropriate. While self-contained special education classrooms and complete inclusion in regular education classrooms may work for some students, an individualized approach provides the flexibility to address each student's needs in the most effective way possible. Home schooling may also be an option for some families, but it is not the only or preferred approach recommended by Kauffman and colleagues.

Question 9

Lakeside High School is a low-income high school with a majority of African American students. Which of the following is less likely in this school than in a well-funded, majority non-Latino White school?

Accepted Answer

Students in low-income schools like Lakeside High School are less likely to have access to academic, college preparatory programs due to lack of funding and resources. However, they are more likely to be recommended for remedial and special education courses. The frequency of student suspension and teacher experience level may vary depending on the specific school and its policies.

Question 10

Brad procrastinates in starting his research paper, because he is not confident in his writing skills and doubts he can do the subject justice. This is an example of which type of orientation?

Accepted Answer

Brad's behavior is indicative of a helpless orientation, where he doubts his ability to succeed and may give up without trying. This is different from a mastery orientation, where individuals focus on learning and improving their skills, or a performance orientation, where individuals focus on achieving specific outcomes or competing with others. The concept of effort is also important, but it is not directly applicable to Brad's behavior in this scenario.

Question 11

Extrinsic motivation is an integral component of which developmental approach?

Accepted Answer

Extrinsic motivation is based on external factors such as rewards and punishments, which are key components of the behavioral approach to development.

Question 12

What does IDEA stand for?

Accepted Answer

IDEA stands for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, which is a federal law that ensures students with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education to meet their unique needs and prepare them for further education, employment, and independent living.

Question 13

Kyle has a diagnosed learning disability but receives instruction in a regular classroom. This is an example of

Accepted Answer

Inclusion refers to the practice of educating students with disabilities in regular classrooms alongside their non-disabled peers. In this case, Kyle's learning disability is accommodated in a regular classroom setting, which is an example of inclusion. Options A, B, and D are not relevant to this scenario.

Question 14

Motivation experts worry that No Child Left Behind encourages

Accepted Answer

No Child Left Behind places an emphasis on high-stakes testing and accountability for results, which can create a performance orientation where students are more concerned with achieving good grades or test scores than with actually learning and understanding the material.

Question 15

A guest teacher arrives to conduct a ceramics workshop. Julia says, "I've never done this before! Trying something new will be fun!" Her friend, Meghan, says she doesn't want to try because she's never been good at art. Meghan has

Accepted Answer

Meghan's statement suggests that she believes her ability in art is fixed and cannot be improved upon. This aligns with a fixed mindset. On the other hand, Julia's statement suggests that she believes she can learn and improve in ceramics, which aligns with a growth mindset.

Question 16

Marla wants to be a writer and continues to receive rejections for her submitted articles. She says, "I just have to be patient and keep improving my writing craft." Marla displays a

Accepted Answer

Marla's statement shows that she has a growth mindset, as she is acknowledging the need to improve and is willing to be patient in order to do so. A fixed mindset would involve believing that her writing ability is fixed and cannot be improved, while a helpless orientation would involve feeling like there is nothing she can do to improve her situation. A performance orientation would involve focusing solely on the outcome (getting published) rather than the process of improving her writing craft.

Question 17

Ms. Skinner allows students who have completed their morning assignment to leave one minute early for recess. This is an example of

Accepted Answer

Ms. Skinner's reward is an external incentive, which is a characteristic of extrinsic motivation.

Question 18

Barry's goal is to obtain a 4.0 GPA this semester. He completes several extra-credit assignments to ensure success but doesn't internalize a lot of what he has learned. This is an example of which type of orientation?

Accepted Answer

Barry's goal is solely focused on obtaining a 4.0 GPA, which aligns with a performance orientation. He is not necessarily seeking to master the material or strengthen his understanding, indicating it is not a mastery orientation. While he completes extra-credit assignments, it is unclear if he is putting in effort for the sake of effort or to achieve his desired grade, making it not an effort orientation. Finally, his actions are focused on achieving a specific goal rather than developing his own skills, suggesting a performance orientation rather than an achievement orientation.

Question 19

Sheri tackles her science project by scheduling research and writing time. She hopes to learn a lot about her topic. This is an example of which type of orientation?

Accepted Answer

Sheri's focus on learning and improving her knowledge about her topic indicates a mastery orientation, where the emphasis is on personal growth and development rather than external validation or comparison with others.

Question 20

IDEA requires

Accepted Answer

IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) requires that all children with disabilities receive a free and appropriate education. This means that they must be provided with the necessary accommodations and supports to be educated in the least restrictive environment possible. This does not necessarily mean that they must be mainstreamed in all cases, but rather that their education must be tailored to their unique needs and abilities. Special classes or activities may be necessary to meet these requirements, but the overarching goal is to ensure that all children with disabilities have equal access to education.

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