Question 1

The expectancy x value model of motivation holds that people's willingness to expend effort depends on how much they expect the teacher to perform successfully.

Accepted Answer

The expectancy x value model of motivation suggests that people's willingness to expend effort depends on the expectation of achieving a desired outcome and the value they place on that outcome, not specifically on how much they expect the teacher to perform successfully.

Question 2

The classroom community facilitates Dorsett's (1993)concept of good curriculum as one that respects and balances the need to
A)educate "three people" in each individual: the worker, the citizen, and the private person.
B)integrate curriculum in literacy and social studies for each citizen in the classroom.
C)individualize instruction in each subject area for cross-grade-level experiences.
D)use powerful ideas to make connections within social studies and literacy content.

Accepted Answer

Dorsett's concept emphasizes the holistic development of an individual, addressing the multifaceted roles they play in society: as a worker, a citizen, and in their private life.

Question 3

If you spend adequate time developing your classroom community early in the year, maintenance will take care of itself.

Accepted Answer

While developing a strong classroom community early in the year is crucial, ongoing maintenance and reinforcement of community norms and relationships are necessary throughout the year to address new challenges and integrate new students.

Question 4

Typically, the norms and skills necessary for successful group work need to be taught
A)together with the content as skill builders.
B)separately as skill builders and as lectures.
C)separately as skill builders within a discussion format.
D)separately as skill builders rather than as lectures.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Typically, the norms and skills necessary for...

Question 5

Cooperative learning structures that facilitate student achievement have two key characteristics. They are
A)research-based and match the goals of the unit.
B)authentically assessed and linked to the NCSS content.
C)individual accountability and clear group goals.
D)student-driven and fit within the learning community context.

Accepted Answer

Cooperative learning structures are most effective when they include individual accountability, ensuring each member is responsible for their part, and clear group goals, which provide a common objective for the group to achieve. These characteristics ensure that all members are engaged and contribute to the group's success.

Question 6

A unit on childhood (adolescence for upper grades)can be very effective early in the year for developing substantive content and for deepening students' understanding and appreciation of their community and its members.

Accepted Answer

Starting the school year with a unit on childhood or adolescence helps students reflect on their own experiences, fosters a sense of community by sharing and understanding diverse backgrounds, and lays a foundation for empathy and deeper learning throughout the year.

Question 7

Teachers can minimize test anxiety problems by
A)regularly "springing" tests on students so they get into the habit of expecting them
B)portraying tests as opportunities to assess progress rather than as measures of ability.
C)practicing taking tests so students get into the habit and posting student results.
D)stressing evaluation or grading functions of tests and posting results.

Accepted Answer

Portraying tests as opportunities to assess progress rather than as measures of ability can help shift the perspective on tests from being a threat to an opportunity for growth, thereby reducing anxiety.

Question 8

The best results using group work are achieved when the groups are held accountable.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The best results using group work are...

Question 9

The most effective learning communities are developed as
A)ongoing growth processes and have existing expectations but are always moving to new heights of understanding and positive actions.
B)environments that feature shared responsibilities, promote tolerance, and appreciate chauvinism.
C)ongoing growth processes that promote socio-emotional and moral development exclusively.
D)environments that focus on extrinsic rewards and support for intended learning outcomes.

Accepted Answer

Effective learning communities are characterized by their ongoing growth processes, where there are existing expectations, but there is always a push towards new heights of understanding and positive actions. This approach fosters a dynamic and evolving learning environment.

Question 10

The SEL competencies of social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making have particular relevance to social studies education.

Accepted Answer

These SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) competencies are integral to social studies education as they help students understand diverse perspectives, build healthy relationships, and make ethical decisions, all of which are crucial for navigating social complexities and historical contexts.

Question 11

In launching your learning community, how would you ensure that the community is contributing to social understanding and personal and civic efficacy?
A)have parents and administrators visit your class
B)make sure that cultural universals are being met
C)set aside periodic committee and total-class reflection time
D)ask the class president to interview committee members

Accepted Answer

Setting aside periodic committee and total-class reflection time allows for ongoing assessment and discussion, fostering social understanding and personal and civic efficacy.

Question 12

Cooperative learning techniques that impact achievement feature
A)activities that are "hands on" in nature.
B)activities that have clear group goals.
C)assessments that are authentic.
D)learning arrangements that promote choice.

Accepted Answer

Activities that have clear group goals are a key feature of cooperative learning techniques that impact achievement, as they help ensure that all group members are working together towards a common objective, fostering collaboration and enhancing learning outcomes.

Question 13

UDL is an approach built on three central principles (Hall, Meyer, & Rose, 2012):
A)To reframe instructional goals, assessments, and the barriers that may interfere with students' learning.
B)To support universal, strategic, and affective learning.
C)To support recognition, strategic, and affective learning.
D)To optimize teaching, learning, and student engagement.

Accepted Answer

The three central principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) are to support recognition learning (the "what" of learning), strategic learning (the "how" of learning), and affective learning (the "why" of learning). These principles aim to provide multiple means of engagement, representation, and action & expression to accommodate diverse learners.

Question 14

Time for building community should occur during recess, specials, or other periods of the day when it will not interfere with instruction.

Accepted Answer

Building community is an integral part of instruction and should be woven into all parts of the school day, including academic learning times, to create a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Question 15

Teachers' expectations about students' abilities play an insignificant role in student achievement.

Accepted Answer

Teachers' expectations can significantly influence student achievement, as high expectations can lead to improved performance and low expectations can hinder student progress.

Question 16

Cooperative learning benefits students by allowing them to work in groups or pairs to construct understanding or help one another master skills.

Accepted Answer

Cooperative learning involves students working together in small groups to maximize their own and each other's learning, which helps in constructing understanding and mastering skills through collaboration and peer support.

Question 17

In a robust learning community,
A)whole-class instruction is often complemented by small group and individual learning opportunities.
B)whole class instruction and individual learning opportunities are minimized in favor of small groups.
C)cooperative learning opportunities are emphasized and individual opportunities are minimized.
D)group investigations are emphasized with students being placed in interest groups with varying strategies.

Accepted Answer

Whole-class instruction in a robust learning community is typically complemented by small group and individual learning opportunities to cater to diverse learning needs and styles, ensuring a more personalized and effective learning experience for each student.

Question 18

Extrinsic motivation associated with behavior encourages students to see the value for themselves and for their relationships with peers.

Accepted Answer

Extrinsic motivation is driven by external rewards or pressures, not by personal value or relationships with peers, which are aspects of intrinsic motivation.

Question 19

Cooperative learning promotes necessary competition and has the capacity to promote students' academic growth.

Accepted Answer

Cooperative learning focuses on collaboration and group learning rather than competition, aiming to enhance students' academic growth through shared goals and mutual support.

Question 20

The classroom community provides a forum for
A)living formal social studies exclusively in a safe and enjoyable environment.
B)articulating an effective management system using mostly extrinsic rewards.
C)building a healthy and competitive atmosphere for accomplishing a range of tasks.
D)living informal social studies in a safe, orderly, and enjoyable environment.

Accepted Answer

The classroom community is a space where informal social studies can be lived out in a manner that is safe, orderly, and enjoyable. This environment allows students to learn about social interactions, norms, and behaviors in a practical and engaging way, beyond the formal curriculum.

Quiz 2: How Can I Build a Learning Community in My Classroom: Strategies for Including All Children

The expectancy x value model of motivation holds that people's willingness to expend effort depends on how much they expect the teacher to perform successfully.

The classroom community facilitates Dorsett's (1993) concept of good curriculum as one that respects and balances the need to

If you spend adequate time developing your classroom community early in the year, maintenance will take care of itself.

Typically, the norms and skills necessary for successful group work need to be taught

Cooperative learning structures that facilitate student achievement have two key characteristics. They are

A unit on childhood (adolescence for upper grades)can be very effective early in the year for developing substantive content and for deepening students' understanding and appreciation of their community and its members.

Teachers can minimize test anxiety problems by

The best results using group work are achieved when the groups are held accountable.

The most effective learning communities are developed as

The SEL competencies of social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making have particular relevance to social studies education.

In launching your learning community, how would you ensure that the community is contributing to social understanding and personal and civic efficacy?

Cooperative learning techniques that impact achievement feature

UDL is an approach built on three central principles (Hall, Meyer, & Rose, 2012) :

Time for building community should occur during recess, specials, or other periods of the day when it will not interfere with instruction.

Teachers' expectations about students' abilities play an insignificant role in student achievement.

Cooperative learning benefits students by allowing them to work in groups or pairs to construct understanding or help one another master skills.

In a robust learning community,

Extrinsic motivation associated with behavior encourages students to see the value for themselves and for their relationships with peers.

Cooperative learning promotes necessary competition and has the capacity to promote students' academic growth.

The classroom community provides a forum for