Question 1

As a result of a five year study on "Educating School Teachers," recommendations were made.Describe one of these key elements and how you would support it.

Accepted Answer

Any of the following points can be addressed with supporting points to how improvement can be made in the school district: 1) Inadequate curricula, 2) low standards, and 3) faculty out of touch with schools.

Question 2

Minority students make up forty percent of the population in public schools, but elementary and secondary minority teachers only make up
A) fifteen percent.
B) five percent.
C) Twenty-five percent.
D) two percent.

Accepted Answer

Minority teachers make up fifteen percent of the elementary and secondary teaching workforce, which is significantly lower than the forty percent of minority students in public schools.

Question 3

The primary reason that ninety percent of the surveyed teachers stated they entered the teaching profession was
A) for job security.
B) for high wages.
C) helping children grow and learn.
D) passion for community service.

Accepted Answer

The majority of teachers enter the profession motivated by the desire to help children grow and learn, rather than for financial reasons or job security.

Question 4

The American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE) states that the low proportion of minority teachers constitutes
A) a calm pattern.
B) a devastating crisis.
C) no need for concern.
D) a future trend that is decreasing.

Accepted Answer

The AACTE considers the low proportion of minority teachers to be a "devastating crisis" because it limits the diversity of perspectives and experiences in the classroom, which can have a negative impact on student learning.

Question 5

Based on recent trends in teacher certification, certification requirements for secondary teaching certificates vary from one state to the next in
A) the number of teacher education courses only.
B) the number of credit hours in specific content areas only.
C) the number of general education courses only.
D) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Certification requirements for secondary teaching certificates vary from one state to the next in the number of teacher education courses, the number of credit hours in specific content areas, and the number of general education courses.

Question 6

Of the following nonpublic schools, which has shown the largest increase in enrollment in recent years?
A) Catholic schools
B) Evangelical schools
C) Fundamentalist schools
D) Independent schools (nonreligious)

Accepted Answer

Independent schools (nonreligious) have shown a significant increase in enrollment as more families seek diverse educational options outside of religious affiliations.

Question 7

Potential difficulties teachers are unprepared for include
A) special-education populations.
B) racial and ethnic minority groups.
C) English as a second language students.
D) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Teachers often face challenges with special-education populations, racial and ethnic minority groups, and English as a second language students, as these areas require specialized training and resources that may not be adequately covered in standard teacher preparation programs.

Question 8

"Teach for America" is
A) a controversial reform report on the conditions of teaching in the United States.
B) a program to recruit non-education majors into temporary teaching service in urban school districts.
C) a new national scholarship program to encourage college freshmen to major in education.
D) a federally sponsored award program to honor outstanding teachers across America.

Accepted Answer

"Teach for America" is a program that recruits recent college graduates, particularly those who did not major in education, to commit to teaching for two years in low-income urban or rural areas. The program aims to address the shortage of qualified teachers in these areas and to provide educational opportunities for underprivileged students. While the program has its supporters, it is also controversial due to concerns about the quality and effectiveness of its teachers and the short-term nature of their commitment.

Question 9

At one time, teaching certifications were issued for life.Most states now issue certificates valid for __________ years, based on the need for increased standards.
A) 1-3
B) 8-10
C) 10-12
D) 3-5

Accepted Answer

Most states now issue teaching certificates valid for 3-5 years to ensure that teachers meet ongoing professional development and updated educational standards.

Question 10

To what degree does a teacher's salary vary among and within the states?
A) not at all
B) only slightly
C) moderately
D) considerably

Accepted Answer

Teacher's salaries vary considerably among and within states due to differences in state budgets, cost of living, and local funding policies.

Question 11

In which field of study has there been a persistent shortage of teachers?
A) Math and science
B) English
C) Physical education
D) Social science

Accepted Answer

There has been a persistent shortage of teachers in the fields of math and science due to high demand and the specialized skills required.

Question 12

Teacher testing is an oft-debated practice and a controversial topic.What are the primary reasons for supporting, and the primary reasons for opposing, the use of standardized tests for teachers?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Teacher testing is an oft-debated practice and...

Question 13

Minority groups in the teaching profession
A) are expanding at a rate similar to the school-age population.
B) are likely to become a larger proportion of the teaching force in the near future.
C) are likely to decline as a proportion of the total teaching force.
D) are in proportion to their numbers in the larger U.S.population.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Minority groups in the teaching profession
A) are...

Question 14

When considering the average salary range of teachers, __________ can be expected.
A) $10-$25,000
B) $25-$35,000
C) $45-$55,000
D) above $65,000

Accepted Answer

The average salary range for teachers in the United States typically falls between $45,000 and $55,000, depending on factors such as location, experience, and education level.

Question 15

Programs that provide intense supervision and compressed formal coursework during the first few years of assignment to a teaching position can best be termed
A) alternative certification.
B) competency-based teacher education.
C) teacher empowerment.
D) school-based field centers.

Accepted Answer

Alternative certification programs are designed to provide intensive supervision and coursework for individuals entering the teaching profession, often targeting those who did not follow the traditional path of teacher education.

Question 16

A number of commission reports and studies of teaching and the teaching profession were released in the 1980s.The studies collectively proposed reform in teacher preparation and in the teaching profession.Identify key recommendations from the studies in both of these areas.Discuss the intended effects of reforms in each area.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A number of commission reports and studies...

Question 17

You have just finished college and obtained certification in a northeastern state, but you have decided that you would like to teach in the Southeast.What do you most need to know if you want to become employable in a southeastern state?
A) whether your college adhered to NCATE requirements for teacher education
B) which southeastern states have arrangements for alternative certification
C) whether the college from which you graduated is a five-year or a fifth-year program
D) which reciprocity agreements are currently valid in the state in which you are now certified

Accepted Answer

Reciprocity agreements determine if your current certification is recognized in another state, which is crucial for becoming employable in a new region.

Question 18

Which of the following statements represents findings about teacher-preparation programs from recent reports (Teaching at Risk and Educating School Teachers)?
A) Teachers have become experts in the subjects of math and science.
B) More than half of teacher-preparation programs excel at developing new teachers.
C) A majority of programs have inadequate curriculum and low standards.
D) Alternative certification programs are providing teachers where the needs are greatest.

Accepted Answer

Recent reports have indicated that a majority of teacher-preparation programs have inadequate curriculum and low standards, which affects the quality of new teachers entering the profession.

Question 19

In the acronym HOUSSE, the "O" stands for which of the following?
A) Obligatory
B) Objective
C) Occupational
D) Omnibus

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the acronym HOUSSE, the "O" stands...

Question 20

Which of the following is likely to increase the demand for more new teacher positions?
A) reductions in class size
B) staff development programs
C) innovative alternative certification programs
D) fewer teachers leaving the profession

Accepted Answer

Reducing class size typically requires hiring more teachers to maintain the same student-teacher ratio. Therefore, it would increase the demand for new teacher positions. The other options may improve the quality or retention of current teachers, but would not necessarily create a need for additional new teacher positions.

Quiz 1: Motivation, Preparation, and Conditions for the Entering Teacher

As a result of a five year study on "Educating School Teachers," recommendations were made.Describe one of these key elements and how you would support it.

Minority students make up forty percent of the population in public schools, but elementary and secondary minority teachers only make up

The primary reason that ninety percent of the surveyed teachers stated they entered the teaching profession was

The American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE) states that the low proportion of minority teachers constitutes

Based on recent trends in teacher certification, certification requirements for secondary teaching certificates vary from one state to the next in

Of the following nonpublic schools, which has shown the largest increase in enrollment in recent years?

Potential difficulties teachers are unprepared for include

"Teach for America" is

At one time, teaching certifications were issued for life.Most states now issue certificates valid for __________ years, based on the need for increased standards.

To what degree does a teacher's salary vary among and within the states?

In which field of study has there been a persistent shortage of teachers?

Teacher testing is an oft-debated practice and a controversial topic.What are the primary reasons for supporting, and the primary reasons for opposing, the use of standardized tests for teachers?

Minority groups in the teaching profession

When considering the average salary range of teachers, __________ can be expected.

Programs that provide intense supervision and compressed formal coursework during the first few years of assignment to a teaching position can best be termed

You have just finished college and obtained certification in a northeastern state, but you have decided that you would like to teach in the Southeast.What do you most need to know if you want to become employable in a southeastern state?

Which of the following statements represents findings about teacher-preparation programs from recent reports (Teaching at Risk and Educating School Teachers) ?

In the acronym HOUSSE, the "O" stands for which of the following?

Which of the following is likely to increase the demand for more new teacher positions?