Question 1

Looping is used to…

Accepted Answer

Looping is an educational practice where a teacher stays with the same group of students for more than one grade level, promoting a sense of community and continuity in the classroom.

Question 2

Which of the following is not on the list of arguments favoring the creation of teaching teams instead of operating with self-contained classrooms in elementary schools?

Accepted Answer

The argument that teaching teams automatically create a learning community is actually a reason in favor of the creation of teaching teams, so it is not the answer to this question. A, B, and D are all listed as arguments favoring teaching teams.

Question 3

What is the first step in building parental involvement for a school community where involvement is low?

Accepted Answer

It is important to identify the reasons for the low parental involvement in order to effectively address the issue. Without understanding the barriers or challenges, it will be difficult to develop strategies or programs that will increase participation.

Question 4

Choose the statement that does not apply to the concept of learning communities in school.

Accepted Answer

Learning communities emphasize collaboration and shared decision making among all members, not just the principal setting the agenda for others to follow.

Question 5

Which of the following is not a quality/goal of looping?

Accepted Answer

While looping allows for the teacher to develop a deeper understanding of students' strengths and weaknesses, it does not necessarily mean that the curriculum can be altered to a significant degree. The school or district still has requirements and standards that must be met. Therefore, option C is not a quality or goal of looping.

Question 6

Staffing patterns for secondary schools

Accepted Answer

Staffing patterns for secondary schools can also be organized as interdisciplinary teams. This allows for collaboration and integration across subject areas, and can benefit students by helping them see connections between different fields of study.

Question 7

What is a benefit of full inclusion for special education students over pull-out services?

Accepted Answer

Full inclusion benefits special education students by ensuring they are viewed as equal participants in the regular education classroom, promoting social integration and reducing stigma.

Question 8

This type of learning community planning meeting focuses on the activities for the next couple of weeks.It may be used to construct a weekly or biweekly calendar or it may organize students into appropriate groups.

Accepted Answer

A scheduling meeting focuses on planning and organizing activities for the next couple of weeks, which is the main purpose of the given scenario. The other choices are not relevant to the context.

Question 9

It is suggested in The Principal that teaching teams be organized mainly around

Accepted Answer

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