Question 1

If a child is creative, he or she is able to

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Creativity involves producing work that is original, which rules out options A and B. Convergent thinking involves arriving at a single correct solution, which is the opposite of creativity, so option C is also not correct. Therefore, the best choice is D - producing work that is original yet appropriate.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is supported by research on computers and academic learning?

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Research has found that low-SES middle school students who use the Internet for personal information gathering have better reading achievement scores than those who do not use the Internet in this way. A, B, and C are not supported by research on computers and academic learning.

Question 3

Five to 10 percent of school-age children have

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Five to 10 percent of school-age children have learning disabilities, which can affect their ability to read, write, or do math. Mild intellectual disabilities and IQs above 130 are less common, while the prevalence of autism is estimated to be around 1 in 54 children.

Question 4

In Mr. Pratico's fourth grade classroom, students with learning difficulties work alongside typical students for part or all of the school day. Mr. Pratico's classroom is

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The description of students with learning difficulties working alongside typical students indicates an inclusive classroom, where all students are included and work together.

Question 5

Which of the following statements about inclusion is true?

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The statement that achievement gains depend on the severity of the disability and the support services available is true. Inclusion can benefit academically and socially, but the degree of benefit depends on individual circumstances such as the level of disability and available resources. The other statements are not entirely accurate or are too generalized.

Question 6

Describe the two most common approaches to teaching beginning reading. What does research suggest is the best way to teach beginning reading?

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Question 7

Explain the educational benefits of a small class size in early elementary school.

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Question 8

Which of the following factors is a reason for the superior academic performance of Finnish as compared to American children?

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Finland's education system emphasizes providing high-quality education to all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background or geographic location. Teachers are highly trained, and the curriculum is national and standardized, ensuring that all students receive the same quality of instruction. Additionally, Finnish schools prioritize play and physical activity, which has been shown to improve learning and academic performance.

Question 9

Because individuals show uneven ability across academic subjects, definitions of giftedness have been expanded to include

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Definitions of giftedness have been expanded to include talent, recognizing that individuals may excel in specific areas beyond traditional academic subjects.

Question 10

Describe Robert Sternberg's triarchic theory of successful intelligence.

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Question 11

__________ thinking involves arriving at a single correct answer, whereas __________ thinking involves generating multiple and unusual possibilities when faced with a task or problem.

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Convergent thinking is about arriving at a single, correct solution to a problem, while divergent thinking is about generating creative ideas by exploring many possible solutions.

Question 12

Gifted children fare well in programs that

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Gifted children need activities that challenge them and promote their advanced problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity skills. Programs designed specifically for them with activities tailored to their abilities and interests can help them reach their full potential. Simply keeping them with their agemates (choices A and C) or advancing them to higher grades without appropriate support (choice D) may not meet their needs.

Question 13

Define cognitive self-regulation. Why does it develop gradually? How can parents help foster it?

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Question 14

Which of the following statements about the "digital divide" is true?

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Studies have shown that boys are more likely than girls to engage in computer-related activities such as writing computer programs and creating Web pages, which contributes to the digital divide. Choices A and D are incorrect because research indicates that boys use screen media more frequently than girls, and low-SES children have less access to and spend less time on the Internet than their higher-SES counterparts.

Question 15

In international studies of reading, mathematics, and science achievement, U.S. students typically perform

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U.S. students typically perform at or below the international averages in reading, mathematics, and science achievement, according to various international studies such as the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA).

Question 16

Many gifted children and adolescents

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Gifted children and adolescents often experience social isolation due to their unique abilities and interests, which can set them apart from their peers.

Question 17

According to international comparisons, instruction in the United States is __________ than in other industrialized countries.

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International comparisons often indicate that instruction in the United States is less focused on high-level reasoning compared to other industrialized countries, where there is often a greater emphasis on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Question 18

Ms. Aragon and her young son recently moved to the United States from Mexico. She is considering whether to enroll him in a bilingual education program or immerse him in an English-only school. How would you advise her?

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Question 19

Carter is highly talented and accomplished in art and music. His parents are likely to

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Carter's talent and accomplishments in art and music suggest that his parents are likely to be supportive and encouraging, yet still maintain reasonable expectations and standards for him. Warmth and sensitivity would help foster his creativity and emotional development, while reasonable demands and expectations would help him develop discipline and focus in his artistic pursuits. Highly intelligence, strict rules, and rigorous teachers may also contribute to his success, but are not necessarily directly connected to his talents and accomplishments in art and music.

Question 20

Discuss school-age children's spatial-reasoning skills as it relates to their understanding of cognitive maps.

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Quiz 12: Cognitive Development in Middle Childhood