Question 1

Selecting materials for use in a lesson controls the range of possible student actions and discoveries.

Accepted Answer

Selecting materials for a lesson inherently guides and limits the activities students can engage in and the discoveries they can make, as the materials available will shape the scope of exploration and learning.

Question 2

Narrow questions are used in the exploratory introduction of the learning cycle.

Accepted Answer

Broad, open-ended questions are typically used in the exploratory introduction of the learning cycle to encourage wide-ranging exploration and stimulate curiosity.

Question 3

Which is NOT a characteristic of the key question in the exploratory introduction?

Accepted Answer

The key question in an exploratory introduction is designed to be open and thought-provoking, rather than narrow, to encourage broad thinking and exploration of the topic.

Question 4

Questions in lessons are best used when:

Accepted Answer

Planned in advance questions allow the teacher to anticipate student responses and prepare follow-up questions accordingly.

Question 5

Open, or broad, questions have many answers that can be correct even though some responses are more sophisticated than others.

Accepted Answer

Open or broad questions are designed to encourage a wide range of answers, allowing for various perspectives and levels of complexity, which means multiple responses can be correct, albeit with varying degrees of sophistication.

Question 6

Closed or narrow questions, when asked, are asked in the expansion phase of the learning cycle.

Accepted Answer

Closed or narrow questions are typically used in the initial or exploration phases of the learning cycle to assess prior knowledge or focus thinking, not in the expansion phase, which is more suited for open-ended questions that encourage deeper understanding and application.

Question 7

All of the following are skills needed for effective discussion except:

Accepted Answer

Effective discussion involves listening, asking questions to understand others' ideas, and identifying areas of agreement or disagreement. However, paraphrasing the views of others is actually a valuable skill for ensuring understanding and demonstrating active listening, not something to be avoided.

Question 8

When students are asked to figure out the attributes and their importance to a concept by comparing and contrasting examples and non-examples of the concept, this is considered:

Accepted Answer

This is a description of concept attainment, a strategy where students analyze examples and non-examples to identify the essential attributes of a concept.

Question 9

Which of the following are verbs that could ALL appear in narrow questions?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following are verbs that...

Question 10

Lesson smoothness is a major component in classroom management that involves:

Accepted Answer

Lesson smoothness refers to the flow of instruction, ensuring that one concept or activity is fully explored or completed before transitioning to another. This helps maintain focus and coherence in the lesson.

Question 11

Teachers are free to select and combine various instructional strategies that they can professionally justify.

Accepted Answer

Teachers have the autonomy to choose and integrate different teaching methods as long as they can justify their choices based on professional knowledge, student needs, and educational research.

Question 12

Different instructional strategies are appropriate for use during different parts of a social studies lesson or unit.

Accepted Answer

Different instructional strategies cater to various learning objectives, student needs, and content areas, making them suitable for different phases of a social studies lesson or unit to enhance understanding and engagement.

Question 13

All of the following are characteristics of guided discovery instruction except:

Accepted Answer

Guided discovery instruction typically involves the teacher directing the learning process, choosing the problems or areas of study, and guiding students through a series of activities or questions to discover the intended concept, generalization, value, or skill. It is less common for students to select their own problem areas to study in this instructional model.

Question 14

What students learn is influenced by how they are taught, the quality of the social processes in the classroom, and how social studies is perceived by teachers and students.

Accepted Answer

The learning outcomes of students are significantly shaped by teaching methodologies, the quality of interactions and relationships within the classroom, and the perceptions and attitudes towards the subject matter held by both teachers and students.

Question 15

Goals of cooperative learning include ALL but:

Accepted Answer

Cooperative learning focuses on creating an environment where students work together to achieve shared goals, ensuring that each member is accountable both individually and as part of the group, and fostering an understanding of the importance of group dynamics and processing. The primary aim is not necessarily to ensure high grades for all students, but to enhance learning outcomes through collaboration and mutual support.

Question 16

All of the following are characteristics of expository, or direct, instruction except the teacher:

Accepted Answer

Expository or direct instruction typically involves the teacher directing the learning process, providing clear instructions, and guiding practice rather than allowing students to explore data and form new ideas independently, which is more characteristic of inquiry-based or constructivist approaches.

Question 17

Cooperative learning is well suited to social studies because the skills it teaches are essential to democratic attitudes and beliefs.

Accepted Answer

Cooperative learning aligns with social studies by fostering skills such as collaboration, communication, and critical thinking, which are foundational to participating in a democratic society and understanding diverse perspectives.

Question 18

Clarity, or clear instruction, includes:

Accepted Answer

Clarity in instruction involves making the learning experiences relevant to students' lives, which helps them understand and relate to the material being taught.

Question 19

Cooperative learning involves grouping students with similar abilities.

Accepted Answer

Cooperative learning typically involves grouping students with diverse abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives to enhance learning through interaction and collaboration.

Question 20

Which strategies help students prepare for future life experiences in a nonthreatening environment?

Accepted Answer

Simulations and role-plays allow students to experience real-life situations in a controlled, nonthreatening environment, helping them prepare for future life experiences by practicing decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Quiz 7: How Do Teachers Use and Manage Social Studies Instructional Strategies Effectively