Question 1

During Noam's twelve years of teaching, he has coached an award-winning chemistry team, successfully taught advanced placement chemistry, chaperoned numerous overnight camping trips, coached the girls' volleyball team, and worked as a class advisor. In his career, Noam is probably most rewarded by
A) his actual work with adolescents.
B) the prestige of being a chemistry teacher.
C) the power he has over the lives of so many.
D) his salary and stipends earned as a coach and advisor.

Accepted Answer

Noam's involvement in various activities such as coaching, teaching advanced placement chemistry, chaperoning, and advising suggests a deep commitment to working directly with adolescents, indicating that his actual work with them is likely the most rewarding aspect of his career.

Question 2

Juan, a talented young artist, has already had some of his watercolors displayed at showings. In addition to painting, he also enjoys teaching young children how to paint. He feels strongly that art should be part of every child's education. If Juan decides to become an art teacher, which of the following extrinsic rewards will he most certainly experience?
A) The status and recognition of being an accomplished teacher
B) A generous work schedule, providing him time to paint
C) A secure and high salary
D) The sense of power that he will be able to change curriculum

Accepted Answer

A generous work schedule, such as having summers off and potentially flexible hours during the school year, is a common extrinsic reward for teachers, which can provide them with time to pursue personal interests like painting.

Question 3

In the text, Fred repeatedly asks for "low-achieving" classes in history because he has a strong commitment to helping those students become involved, reflective citizens. He fervently believes that preparing those students to become participating citizens is vital for the renewal of society. In the teaching field you are considering, what could you do in your classes to enhance students' abilities in active citizenship? How does that relate to the renewal of society?

Accepted Answer

Suggested Answer: Answers will vary, but ideas should clearly demonstrate how a teaching strategy or activity helps enhance students' critical thinking. Also, educating students to become active, reflective citizens aids in the renewal of society, because participating citizens are fundamental for the maintenance of a democracy. Active citizens can successfully work toward the improvement of society.

Question 4

Of the following extrinsic rewards, which is most closely associated with teaching?
A) A competitive salary
B) High status and prestige
C) Power over one's subordinates and associates
D) A work schedule allowing generous time for oneself

Accepted Answer

The answer of Of the following extrinsic rewards, which is...

Question 5

Intrinsic rewards in teaching include which of the following?
A) The close work with young people, the actual teaching, and the power
B) Performing a significant social service and the flexible work schedule
C) The salary, the actual teaching, and the status
D) The actual teaching and satisfaction from the performance of an important social service

Accepted Answer

Intrinsic rewards are those that come from within the individual, such as personal satisfaction and fulfillment. In teaching, this includes the joy of teaching itself and the satisfaction from contributing to society by performing an important social service.

Question 6

Denise, a sales representative, is considering a career switch to become a teacher. She is bright and outgoing and likes the high pay she has earned in sales. Yet she has felt drawn to teaching because of the positive contribution she could make to students' lives. If she makes the career switch, which reward is Denise least likely to experience in teaching?
A) A lively intellectual atmosphere with colleagues and students
B) A work schedule offering generous personal time
C) The satisfaction of contributing positively to others' lives
D) A salary that rivals other professional salaries

Accepted Answer

Teaching often offers rewards such as a lively intellectual atmosphere, a work schedule with personal time, and the satisfaction of contributing positively to others' lives. However, teachers' salaries typically do not rival those of other professions, especially high-paying sales roles.

Question 7

A person who enters teaching because of an overwhelming love of a certain subject matter (e.g., art, history. must guard against
A) impatience with students who don't share that passion.
B) arrogance for knowing more than his or her students.
C) choosing teaching for the wrong reason.
D) T here is nothing this person should guard against.

Accepted Answer

A person who is passionate about a subject may become impatient with students who do not share the same level of enthusiasm or interest, which can affect their teaching effectiveness.

Question 8

Perhaps the best, most direct way to find out if you will enjoy the realities of teaching is to
A) get frequent, long-term baby-sitting jobs.
B) seek the services of a career placement counselor, who can then direct you.
C) volunteer several hours a week at a school or supervise extracurricular activities.
D) study the teachers' benefits and salaries where you would like to teach.

Accepted Answer

Volunteering at a school or supervising extracurricular activities provides direct experience with teaching environments and student interaction, offering a realistic insight into the profession.

Question 9

In most respects, teaching ranks rather low in all extrinsic rewards except for one. Name this extrinsic reward exception and describe how teachers may consider it a benefit.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In most respects, teaching ranks rather low...

Question 10

Cleo, an earth science teacher, spends considerable time working with her students on environmental projects that demand their critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. Most recently, they have been working on a project exploring groundwater contamination and its effects on the environment. Cleo most likely sees the purpose of her teaching as a means of
A) aiding in the renewal of society.
B) preparing her students for the expectations of college.
C) gaining recognition for her innovative teaching methods.
D) helping students memorize important facts in science.

Accepted Answer

Cleo's focus on projects that require critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, especially on a topic like groundwater contamination, suggests she aims to educate her students about environmental issues and their impact. This approach aligns with the goal of aiding in the renewal of society by fostering a generation that is aware of and capable of addressing environmental challenges.

Question 11

Tina suffered a vicious assault when she was a college senior and still feels the aftereffects. Now, several years later, she actively organizes rape awareness seminars for her high school students. During a recent class discussion about date rape, one student raised the possibility that people can be, at times, wrongfully accused. Tina barely contained her anger and dismissed the student's comment immediately. What does this scenario suggest?
A) Tina's effectiveness as a teacher may be diminished because of her unresolved personal problems.
B) Tina must continue to work to raise students' awareness levels.
C) Tina must include more material in her curriculum about violence in contemporary society.
D) Tina needs to improve her classroom management skills.

Accepted Answer

Tina's strong emotional reaction to a student's comment suggests that her unresolved personal issues related to her own assault may be affecting her ability to engage in open and balanced discussions with her students, potentially diminishing her effectiveness as a teacher.

Question 12

According to Ryan and Cooper, the question "Why teach?" is important because our answer is a good indicator of
A) what kind of institution is best for our training.
B) what subjects we will teach.
C) what we will accomplish as teachers.
D) whether we will be effective teachers.

Accepted Answer

The answer to "Why teach?" reflects our motivations and goals, which can significantly influence what we aim to accomplish in our teaching careers.

Question 13

One of the most effective ways teachers can aid in the renewal of society is to
A) pick a service project for their classes and require that all students participate.
B) work on political campaigns with fellow teachers.
C) enthusiastically teach their favorite subjects.
D) teach students to become involved and informed citizens.

Accepted Answer

Teaching students to become involved and informed citizens directly contributes to the renewal of society by fostering a generation that is engaged, knowledgeable, and capable of making informed decisions. This approach empowers students to actively participate in their communities and the broader society, promoting positive change and development.

Question 14

Telly, the president of the senior class at State U., thinks he would enjoy teaching civics because he finds politics fascinating and has always taken a prominent role in student-government. If Telly decides to become a teacher, which of Telly's interests would least likely be satisfied in a teaching career?
A) His pleasure in working with other people
B) The opportunity to learn more about history and civics
C) His attraction to status
D) The opportunity to help create change in people's lives

Accepted Answer

Teaching primarily involves working with students, learning, and facilitating change, rather than providing a platform for personal status.

Question 15

Which of the following is the best indicator that you will be satisfied teaching?
A) Listening to your parents, friends, and others who know you well communicate that teaching would be a good career for you
B) Being attracted to performing an important social service
C) Knowing that children usually like you very much
D) Enjoying the power and influence you can have upon others

Accepted Answer

Being attracted to performing an important social service indicates a motivation aligned with the core values of teaching, which is centered around contributing positively to society and the development of others. This intrinsic motivation is a strong indicator of potential satisfaction in the teaching profession.

Question 16

After reading several novels about teaching, Jameel has become fascinated with teaching as a career. According to Ryan and Cooper, what else would be a fruitful way to help him decide if teaching is the right career for him?
A) To work in a variety of part-time jobs to see if teaching is still appealing
B) To get advice from his former teachers about the realities of teaching
C) To take a career preference test
D) To read some more novels and watch movies about teaching

Accepted Answer

Getting advice from former teachers can provide Jameel with realistic insights into the profession, helping him make a more informed decision.

Question 17

In one of the short narratives in the text, Julia recognized that her deep interest in science was both an advantage and a disadvantage. Describe at least one advantage and one disadvantage of teachers' deep commitment to their subject area as well as how Julia could change her instruction to solve her problems.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In one of the short narratives in...

Question 18

Many would argue that the rewards of a task are what propel people to become actively engaged in their work. Rewards, both intrinsic and extrinsic, reside in all occupations to some degree. What are the extrinsic rewards of an occupation, and to what degree would you claim that teaching supplies those extrinsic rewards? What are the intrinsic rewards associated with teaching? Identify and explain them.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Many would argue that the rewards of...

Question 19

One way of deciding if a teaching career is for you is through vicarious experience. Although very helpful, vicarious experiences also have limitations. Name and explain the strengths and limitations of using vicarious experiences in your decision to become a teacher.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One way of deciding if a teaching...

Question 20

Tai is a college sophomore with numerous interests. Public service has always appealed to her, yet she is not sure if teaching will be the most satisfying career. Which of the following would be the best indicators that Tai would find satisfaction in teaching?
A) She feels a strong desire to contribute to society and wants a secure salary.
B) She wants recognition for her work, and she enjoys working with people.
C) She enjoys intellectual stimulation and wants to perform a service to society.
D) She wants to work with others and desires a work schedule with ample personal time.

Accepted Answer

Teaching often provides intellectual stimulation and is considered a service to society, aligning with Tai's interests in public service and potentially satisfying her desire to contribute meaningfully to the community.

Quiz 1: Why Teach

During Noam's twelve years of teaching, he has coached an award-winning chemistry team, successfully taught advanced placement chemistry, chaperoned numerous overnight camping trips, coached the girls' volleyball team, and worked as a class advisor. In his career, Noam is probably most rewarded by

Of the following extrinsic rewards, which is most closely associated with teaching?

Intrinsic rewards in teaching include which of the following?

A person who enters teaching because of an overwhelming love of a certain subject matter (e.g., art, history. must guard against

Perhaps the best, most direct way to find out if you will enjoy the realities of teaching is to

In most respects, teaching ranks rather low in all extrinsic rewards except for one. Name this extrinsic reward exception and describe how teachers may consider it a benefit.

According to Ryan and Cooper, the question "Why teach?" is important because our answer is a good indicator of

One of the most effective ways teachers can aid in the renewal of society is to

Which of the following is the best indicator that you will be satisfied teaching?

After reading several novels about teaching, Jameel has become fascinated with teaching as a career. According to Ryan and Cooper, what else would be a fruitful way to help him decide if teaching is the right career for him?

One way of deciding if a teaching career is for you is through vicarious experience. Although very helpful, vicarious experiences also have limitations. Name and explain the strengths and limitations of using vicarious experiences in your decision to become a teacher.

Tai is a college sophomore with numerous interests. Public service has always appealed to her, yet she is not sure if teaching will be the most satisfying career. Which of the following would be the best indicators that Tai would find satisfaction in teaching?