Question 1

It is important to use the same signal to gain students attention for a long period of time once students are used to it.

Accepted Answer

It is important to vary the signal used to gain students' attention to prevent them from becoming habituated to it.

Question 2

A class can become difficult to manage because of too much structure and too many rules.

Accepted Answer

Too much structure and too many rules can lead to a rigid and oppressive classroom environment, which can ultimately make it difficult for both the teacher and students to manage. This is because students may feel stifled and restricted, leading to lower engagement and less motivation to participate in classroom activities. Additionally, overly-strict rules may be difficult to enforce consistently, leading to confusion and resentment among students who feel they are being treated unfairly.

Question 3

In order to acknowledge appropriate behavior, you must first notice it.

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You cannot acknowledge or praise appropriate behavior if you do not first notice it. It is important to pay attention to the actions of those around you in order to reinforce positive behavior.

Question 4

Which of the following is a guideline for using group management games effectively?
A) Use the game consistently; that is, every time that you are presenting instruction or leading an activity.
B) To build anticipation, don't let the students win the game the first few times they play.
C) Don't allow students to negotiate for points during the game.
D) At first, give points frequently if students appear to be trying, even if their behaviors don't match stated expectations.

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Question 5

Acknowledge appropriate behavior at least four times as often as you correct inappropriate behavior.

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This promotes positive reinforcement and encourages the desired behavior to continue.

Question 6

Mrs.Sing is a new high school teacher who wants to use strategies for acknowledging appropriate behavior that are likely to work for her students.What would be the best strategy for her to try?
A) Give informative feedback without praise.
B) Acknowledge individuals in a way that peers can hear.
C) Offer indirect acknowledgements such as "I like the way Jon is listening carefully to directions."
D) None of these are correct.

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Question 7

Teachers may develop signals for attention that also provide academic practice.

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Yes, this is true. Teachers can develop attention signals that also provide academic practice, such as asking students to clap out syllables or solve a math problem as a group before beginning the lesson. This helps keep students engaged while also reinforcing their knowledge and skills.

Question 8

It is important to be consistent with behavior expectations, such as expecting students to raise their hands in all situations.

Accepted Answer

Consistency in behavior expectations is important, but flexibility is also necessary to adapt to different contexts and situations where raising hands may not be appropriate or needed.

Question 9

Which of the following acknowledgements is correctly stated?
A) "Well done, Maria.I'm very proud of you."
B) "Maria, you contributed three ideas to the discussion."
C) "You must be proud of yourself, Maria, for being such a responsible student."
D) All of these are correct.

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Question 10

Which of the following behavior expectations is stated correctly?
A) Show respect for your peers in this activity.
B) In this lesson, being responsible means starting your work immediately.
C) Follow the rule "Be Safe" when using the science equipment.
D) All of these are correct.

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Question 11

If a behavior is easy for a student, the only reason to acknowledge the behavior is to maintain it.

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Acknowledging easy behaviors for a student can also serve to boost their confidence, reinforce the importance of the behavior, and encourage the development of more complex skills related to the behavior.

Question 12

Frequently telling students "nice job" is an effective way to acknowledge appropriate behavior.

Accepted Answer

While saying "nice job" can be positive, it is often too vague to effectively reinforce specific behaviors. Specific praise is more effective in acknowledging and encouraging appropriate behavior.

Question 13

Diversity responsive critical management skills are designed to be used with certain cultural and linguistic groups.

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Diversity responsive critical management skills are not designed to be used with certain cultural and linguistic groups. Instead, they are designed to be inclusive and adaptable to a diverse range of cultures and languages.

Question 14

Students need to be taught how to respond to a signal for attention.

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Teaching students how to respond to a signal for attention is an important aspect of classroom management and ensuring that instruction is effective. Without proper instruction on how to respond to signals for attention, disruptions and lack of focus may occur.

Question 15

An effective acknowledgement contains public praise of appropriate student behavior.

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Question 16

Rather than insisting on the class's attention, teachers should begin the lesson on time, regardless of how many students are paying attention.

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Starting a lesson without ensuring students' attention may lead to ineffective learning, as students may miss important information and instructions.

Question 17

Group management games are one way of pairing verbal acknowledgments with rewards for the whole class.

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Group management games can be used as a positive reinforcement technique for the whole class, which pairs verbal acknowledgments with rewards to improve behavior and dynamics in the classroom.

Question 18

Many of Mr.Bee's students are from a cultural background very different from his own.Which type of acknowledgement of appropriate behavior should he try?
A) Give acknowledgements that convey warm approval.
B) Acknowledge students as part of the group rather than as individuals.
C) Provide feedback that prompts self-acknowledgement by students.
D) All of these are correct.

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Each option represents a valid and effective approach to acknowledging appropriate behavior in a culturally sensitive manner. Warm approval (A) fosters a positive environment, acknowledging students as part of a group (B) respects cultures that value collectivism, and prompting self-acknowledgement (C) supports self-efficacy and autonomy.

Question 19

A challenging class is defined as one that is difficult to manage all of the time or under certain conditions.

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A challenging class can refer to a class that is difficult to manage due to behavioral issues, academic struggles, or other outside factors that can make it harder for the teacher to maintain a positive learning environment.

Question 20

Teachers should communicate all behavior expectations before the lesson starts.

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Quiz 11: Critical Management Skills for Communicating With Students