Question 1

Which of the following is a cause of lower quality in elementary and secondary school teachers in recent years?

Accepted Answer

All three options (lower esteem for the teaching profession, women's opportunities outside teaching, and relatively low salaries for teachers) have contributed to the lower quality of elementary and secondary school teachers in recent years. Lower esteem for the teaching profession has made it less attractive for talented individuals, while women now have more career opportunities outside of teaching. Relatively low salaries for teachers also make it difficult to attract and retain high-quality teachers.

Question 2

Which of the following are possible ways to help create financial equality among public school pupils?

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Total state funding and school district consolidation can help create financial equality among public school pupils by providing equal funding and resources to all schools within the district or state. Greater reliance on property taxes for school financing can lead to inequality as it depends on the wealth of the community and can result in disparities between schools in different neighborhoods. Therefore, only choices (A) and (B) can help create financial equality among public school pupils.

Question 3

The debate over the decline of standardized test scores centers on two viewpoints.

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The debate often focuses on whether changes in parental attitudes and societal norms or a shift away from traditional educational basics are responsible for declining test scores.

Question 4

Minimum competency tests are used by districts for all except

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Minimum competency tests are used by districts as a diagnostic tool, for assessments, and as criteria for student promotions, but not for measuring or promoting student diversity.

Question 5

Lower SAT score averages is the result of

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The increase in student participation from non-college families is likely the biggest factor in the lower SAT score averages. Studies have shown that students from higher income families generally do better on standardized tests like the SAT. Family instability and television viewing may have some effect on test performance, but it is unlikely to have as significant an impact as socioeconomic factors.

Question 6

Under which law did MCTs become national educational policy?

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Question 7

The Coleman Report discovered that

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The Coleman Report, released in 1966, found that family background was the primary factor affecting student performance, rather than factors such as school funding or teacher quality. The report did not specifically address the role of racism or affirmative action programs.

Question 8

Which factors complicates the issue of educational financial equity

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The factors that complicate the issue of educational financial equity include the costs of providing instructional access to subjects, the cost of living, and the minimum level of funding required to support student achievement. All of these factors contribute to financial disparities in education, making it difficult to ensure that all students have equal access to quality education regardless of their socio-economic backgrounds. Therefore, the best answer is D, all of the above.

Question 9

The ACT is designed to reflect high school curriculum.

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The ACT is designed to assess college readiness and knowledge in areas such as English, math, science, and reading, which are typically taught in high school curriculums. Therefore, the test is intended to reflect the content and skills that students have learned in high school.

Question 10

Possible solutions for the problem of teacher competency include

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All of the above options have the potential to address the issue of teacher competency in different ways. Merit pay can motivate teachers to improve their performance and provide better education to students. Higher salaries can attract and retain more qualified teachers. Master teachers can mentor and support less experienced educators, providing them with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their role. Therefore, a comprehensive approach that utilizes all of these strategies is most likely to lead to a significant improvement in teacher competency.

Question 11

Educational environments provided to students are affected by the expenditures made.Wealthy districts spend their money differently than poor districts,such as they

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Question 12

Educational equality is also an issue in other parts of the world.Western Europe educational opportunities tend to reflect the society's class structure.Studies have not found this educational pattern in this country.

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Question 13

Master teacher plans are used by states,local schools districts and universities and colleges,but they do not:

Accepted Answer

Master teacher plans are designed to identify exceptional teachers, define merit-based financial rewards, and sometimes involve resource personnel in a supervisory capacity, but they do not typically institute strict teacher discipline. Discipline is usually handled through other policies and procedures.

Question 14

Which of the following is FALSE with regards to merit-based teacher pay?

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Merit-based pay is not a substitute for an adequate salary scale. Teachers should be paid a fair and adequate base salary regardless of their level of performance or merit. Merit-based pay should be an additional incentive to reward and retain high-performing teachers.

Question 15

Which of the following states about merit pay is NOT true?

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An unbiased operational definition of merit has not been fully established, as it is subjective and may vary based on individual perspectives and opinions.

Question 16

White students have higher average verbal and math scores than all other demographic groups.

Accepted Answer

Asian students, on average, outperform white students in both verbal and math scores on standardized tests such as the SAT and ACT.

Question 17

Which of the following led to the creation of bilingual education programs?

Accepted Answer

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibited discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance. This was broadened by the Equal Educational Opportunities Act of 1974, which required schools to provide equal opportunities to all students, regardless of their language background or proficiency. The Bilingual Education Act, also passed in 1974, provided federal funding for bilingual education programs to address the educational needs of language minority students. Therefore, both A and C are correct and led to the creation of bilingual education programs.

Question 18

The educational equality concept varies on the liberal-conservative continuum.The conservative side holds that individuals possess differing levels of ability,the liberal holds that

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The liberal perspective on educational equality emphasizes removing barriers to individual potential, ensuring equal education regardless of social background, and promoting equality of opportunity.

Question 19

Minimum competency tests (MCTs)

Accepted Answer

Minimum competency tests are sometimes used as a requirement for high school graduation, to ensure that students have the necessary skills to continue their education or enter the workforce. They are not primarily used to test teacher competency, and may not be a reliable indicator of a teacher's abilities. They are also not typically used for hiring or firing teachers.

Question 20

It is argued that MCT actually measures

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Quiz 9: Education: Conflict in Policy Direction