Question 1

Within the National Curriculum for England, the programmes of study, notes and guidance for English, mathematics and science are statutory.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 2

Every state-funded school, including academies and free schools, must provide a curriculum that ensures which of the following?
A) Promoting the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development of pupils at the school and of society
B) Pupils know basic English and mathematics facts
C) Preparing pupils at the school for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of later life
D) Pupils know all content of the National Curriculum

Accepted Answer

A) and C) are correct because state-funded schools, including academies and free schools, are required by law to provide a balanced and broadly based curriculum that promotes the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental, and physical development of pupils and prepares them for the opportunities, responsibilities, and experiences of later life. While knowing basic English and mathematics facts (B) and all content of the National Curriculum (D) are important, they are components of the broader educational goals outlined in A) and C).

Question 3

Which of the following are issues to take into consideration when you are planning long term?
A) Breadth and depth
B) Coherence
C) Relevance
D) Differentiation
E) Progression

Accepted Answer

When planning long-term, it's essential to consider breadth and depth to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter, coherence to maintain logical consistency throughout the plan, relevance to ensure the plan meets current needs and future goals, differentiation to cater to diverse needs and abilities, and progression to ensure gradual advancement and development over time.

Question 4

Which of the following should be in your classroom management plan?
A) Classroom organisation, including seating
B) Planned behaviour management strategies
C) Rewards and sanctions
D) Your own verbal and non-verbal behaviour
E) Contextual priorities

Accepted Answer

All of these elements should be included in a comprehensive classroom management plan. Classroom organisation, including seating, sets the stage for effective teaching and learning. Planned behaviour management strategies help establish expectations and guidelines for positive behaviour. Rewards and sanctions reinforce those guidelines. Verbal and non-verbal behaviour on the part of the teacher sets the tone for the classroom. Contextual priorities, such as individual student needs or learning objectives, inform the overall approach to classroom management.

Question 5

What are the components of 'assertive discipline'?
A) Consequences
B) Classroom discipline plan
C) Positive recognition
D) Rules

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Question 6

Think of ways you have organised classroom activities. Do you recognise the relationship between the complexity of the organisation and the level of children's engagement in the activity? In which other ways do you think different forms of organisation can benefit or even limit children's learning in one area?

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Question 7

What planning formats are you familiar with? Consider the strengths and weaknesses of each one.

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Question 8

What do you consider is the most important element for planning an effective lesson?

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Question 9

Consider your last lesson. Where were there opportunities for dialogic talk by the teacher and exploratory talk among the children? Was there a good balance? Why/why not?

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Question 10

Take a recent lesson you taught. How could it have been enhanced by an experience outside the classroom?

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Question 11

Which of the following are aspects you will find in a school's long-term planning?
A) how the curriculum is covered in terms of breadth and depth
B) how the curriculum is structured within year groups and across key stages
C) how much time is allocated to each area of the curriculum in each year group
D) exactly what the school curriculum is

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Question 12

How many 'dispositions for learning' are there according to the Learning without Limits approach?
A) 5
B) 6
C) 7
D) 8

Accepted Answer

The Learning without Limits approach identifies 7 'dispositions for learning'.

Question 13

Planning, teaching and assessment are often described as a cycle.

Accepted Answer

Planning is the first step where teachers devise lesson plans and strategies to meet learning objectives. Teaching is the next step where the teacher implements the plan and delivers the lesson. Finally, assessment is the step where teacher evaluates students' understanding and uses this feedback to inform future planning. This cycle is a continuous process that helps to improve the quality of education.

Question 14

Teacher self-efficacy can have a direct effect on behaviour management.

Accepted Answer

Teacher self-efficacy refers to a teacher's belief in their ability to effectively manage their classroom and engage their students. Research has shown that high levels of teacher self-efficacy are associated with more effective behaviour management strategies and better student outcomes. Conversely, low levels of teacher self-efficacy can lead to negative feelings of stress, burnout, and a lack of confidence in managing challenging student behaviours. Therefore, teacher self-efficacy has a direct effect on behaviour management.

Question 15

You can spend time growing into your behaviour management role during a placement

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Question 16

Opportunities for learning outside the classroom are highly valuable

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Opportunities for learning outside the classroom provide hands-on and real-life experiences that cannot be replicated in a traditional classroom setting. They can facilitate personal and professional growth, expose individuals to new perspectives and ideas, and help individuals develop important skills such as communication, problem-solving, and adaptability. Thus, they hold high value in the overall learning journey.

Question 17

Which of the following is a key to coping with behaviour management?
A) Being able to raise your voice above the children's
B) Knowing the school's behaviour policy
C) Feeling able to inï¬‚uence important events in your life
D) Having a list of tips for behaviour management

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Question 18

Inappropriate behaviour can be observed in . . .
A) only children with ADHD
B) all children
C) all children with a disorder
D) no children

Accepted Answer

Inappropriate behaviour can be observed in all children, not just those with ADHD or a disorder. It is a common part of childhood development and can occur due to various factors such as lack of self-control, impulsivity, or lack of understanding of social norms.

Question 19

Which has been shown to be the best way to deal with the behaviour of children with ADHD?
A) medication
B) personalised behaviour management plan
C) a combination of medication and behaviour management plan
D) structured classroom behaviour management plan

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that a combination of medication and a personalised behaviour management plan is the most effective way to manage the behaviour of children with ADHD. While medication can help alleviate some symptoms, a behaviour management plan tailored to the individual child's needs provides structure and positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate behaviour. A structured classroom behaviour management plan can also be helpful, but it is most effective when combined with individualised strategies for each child.

Question 20

What is talk for learning?
A) Learning how and why to talk to one another in ways that support everyone's learning
B) Learning how to listen when the teacher asks children to be quiet
C) Knowing to be quiet and listen when the teacher is talking
D) Learning to explain what a child has learned

Accepted Answer

Talk for learning refers to the process of learning through verbal communication and discussion, which is why learning how and why to talk to one another in ways that support everyone's learning is the best choice. Choices B and C refer to listening skills, which are important but are not the definition of talk for learning. Choice D refers to the ability to explain what one has learned, which is a component of talk for learning but not the complete definition.

Quiz 3: Approaching Long- and Medium-Term Planning

Within the National Curriculum for England, the programmes of study, notes and guidance for English, mathematics and science are statutory.

Every state-funded school, including academies and free schools, must provide a curriculum that ensures which of the following?

Which of the following are issues to take into consideration when you are planning long term?

Which of the following should be in your classroom management plan?

What are the components of 'assertive discipline'?

What planning formats are you familiar with? Consider the strengths and weaknesses of each one.

What do you consider is the most important element for planning an effective lesson?

Consider your last lesson. Where were there opportunities for dialogic talk by the teacher and exploratory talk among the children? Was there a good balance? Why/why not?

Take a recent lesson you taught. How could it have been enhanced by an experience outside the classroom?

Which of the following are aspects you will find in a school's long-term planning?

How many 'dispositions for learning' are there according to the Learning without Limits approach?

Planning, teaching and assessment are often described as a cycle.

Teacher self-efficacy can have a direct effect on behaviour management.

You can spend time growing into your behaviour management role during a placement

Opportunities for learning outside the classroom are highly valuable

Which of the following is a key to coping with behaviour management?

Inappropriate behaviour can be observed in . . .

Which has been shown to be the best way to deal with the behaviour of children with ADHD?

What is talk for learning?