Question 1

Teachers

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Teachers can leverage their skills in various fields such as publishing and human resource development, where their expertise in communication, training, and curriculum development is valuable.

Question 2

Becoming a professional educator requires that an individual

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Developing a commitment to career-long growth is essential for professional educators to continuously improve their skills and adapt to changes in the educational field.

Question 3

Which of the following is probably not included in the formal preparation phase of teacher preparation?

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In-service coursework typically occurs after a teacher has begun their teaching career, rather than during the initial formal preparation phase.

Question 4

The pre-training phase of teacher preparation includes

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The pre-training phase of teacher preparation involves various influences, including attitudes acquired from teachers, interactions with family, and peers, making all options relevant.

Question 5

Core courses required for teacher preparation constitute what percentage of the total bachelor's degree program?

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Question 6

The first years of teaching are often referred to as

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The first years of teaching are often referred to as induction years, which is a period where new teachers are introduced to the teaching profession and receive support to transition into their roles effectively.

Question 7

Which of the following are organizations specifically established to represent those in the education profession?

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NEA (National Education Association) and AFT (American Federation of Teachers) are both organizations specifically established to represent those in the education profession.

Question 8

One method that is gaining in popularity as a method of documenting teacher performance is the

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Teaching portfolios are increasingly popular as they provide a comprehensive view of a teacher's skills, accomplishments, and growth over time, beyond what can be captured by observations or tests.

Question 9

Amy Chen has been teaching for five years. She has decided that she does not enjoy working with children. Which of the following would allow her to use her teaching skills in another setting?

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All the options allow Amy to use her teaching skills in different settings: as a sales representative or editor for textbooks, or in human resource development, where her skills in communication and training can be valuable.

Question 10

A position as a teacher educator usually requires all of the following except

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A position as a teacher educator typically requires a teaching credential and often a doctoral degree, along with skills in publishing. An administrative certificate is not usually required.

Question 11

The most effective way to assess a portfolio is by using

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A scoring rubric provides clear criteria for evaluating the components of a portfolio, ensuring consistency and objectivity in the assessment process.

Question 12

Teaching portfolios have several advantages over traditional methods of teacher assessment. Which of the following is not an advantage of the teacher portfolio?

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Teaching portfolios are typically assembled over a longer period of time, allowing for a more comprehensive and reflective collection of a teacher's work and development.

Question 13

The continuing growth phase of teacher preparation is often characterized by participation in which of the following?

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The continuing growth phase of teacher preparation typically involves a combination of university coursework, in-service education, and staff development training, making "all of the above" the correct choice.

Question 14

The development portfolio focuses on

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A development portfolio is designed to demonstrate growth and increased proficiency in a specific area or skill over time.

Question 15

The employment portfolio focuses on

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An employment portfolio is designed to showcase an individual's skills, accomplishments, and experiences to help a potential employer make an informed hiring decision.

Question 16

Explain why teacher preparation is better thought of as a career-long process rather than a series of steps having a definite end.

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Question 17

Describe important phases in a typical teacher development process.

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Question 18

In work groups, the students will describe how the National Education Association views teachers.

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Question 19

In work group, the students will describe how the American Federation of Teachers' views teachers.

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Question 20

Suggest ways information from national teacher organizations as the National Education Association and the American Federation of Teachers can help beginning teachers adjust to their new profession.

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Quiz 2: What Does It Take to Become a Professional Educator