Question 1

Which of the following statements describes the Race to the Top Fund?
A)It sets aside funds for school districts that allow homeschooled children to use their resources.
B)It sets aside over 4 billion in funds for school districts that safeguard values of "Americanism."
C)It sets aside over $4 billion in funds to award states that come up with comprehensive plans for school reforms.
D)All of the above
E)None of the above

Accepted Answer

The Race to the Top Fund sets aside over $4 billion in funds to award states that come up with comprehensive plans for school reforms. The other options (A and B) are not accurate descriptions of the Race to the Top Fund.

Question 2

_______________ is aimed at providing independent,self-paced learning,and is an approach used in British elementary schools.
A)Illiberalism
B)Child-centered curriculum
C)Open education
D)Conservatism
E)Progressivism

Accepted Answer

Open education is designed to offer independent, self-paced learning opportunities, which aligns with the approach used in British elementary schools.

Question 3

To the educational humanist,the basic aim of education is to __________.
A)train workers and soldiers
B)teach the students basic skills and discipline
C)promote the maximum self-development of each individual learner
D)satisfy the demands of the economy for trained workers
E)preserve the culture

Accepted Answer

Educational humanists believe that the basic aim of education is to promote the maximum self-development of each individual learner. This approach emphasizes the importance of fostering critical thinking, creativity, and personal growth, rather than merely preparing students for practical skills or vocational training.

Question 4

According to the ___________ view of educational policy,the basic aim of education is to promote the maximum self-development of each individual learner,paying specific attention to differences among interests,needs,abilities,and values.
A)Bush legacy
B)progressivism
C)daily living skills
D)humanism
E)None of the above

Accepted Answer

The humanistic view of educational policy emphasizes on the development of the individual learners and their differences in interests, needs, abilities, and values. It promotes the idea that education should focus on the holistic development of learners and should encourage self-exploration and self-expression.

Question 5

Which of the following was NOT one of the recommendations made by the National Commission on Excellence in Education in A Nation at Risk?
A)salary increases based on seniority
B)longer school hours
C)more homework
D)more discipline
E)smaller classes

Accepted Answer

The National Commission on Excellence in Education in A Nation at Risk did not recommend salary increases based on seniority. The other options (B, C, D, and E) were all recommendations made by the commission.

Question 6

The main criticism of voucher plans is that __________.
A)so many congressional disputes take place over the issue,thus preventing the government from addressing more important matters
B)regardless of their social class background,students are not served through this strategy
C)they are likely to be used most effectively by more highly educated and affluent parents,thus worsening the existing situation of stratification and inequality in education
D)they cost too much money
E)they are impractical

Accepted Answer

The main criticism of voucher plans is that they are likely to be used most effectively by more highly educated and affluent parents, thus worsening the existing situation of stratification and inequality in education. This is because voucher plans provide funding for parents to send their children to private schools, which are often more expensive and better resourced than public schools. Therefore, families with more resources will be better able to take advantage of voucher plans, widening the gap between the haves and have-nots in terms of educational opportunities.

Question 7

In its report,A Nation at Risk,the National Commission on Excellence in Education called for high schools to concentrate on the "five New Basics." Which of the following is NOT one of the five?
A)computer science
B)social studies
C)mathematics
D)English
E)foreign language

Accepted Answer

The answer of In its report,A Nation at Risk,the National...

Question 8

__________ and the rising cost of tuition threaten access to state universities.
A)Globalization
B)Unification
C)Privatization
D)Bureaucratization
E)Urbanization

Accepted Answer

Privatization refers to the process of transferring ownership or control of a public sector organization, such as a state university, to a private entity. This can result in increased tuition costs and reduced access for students who cannot afford to pay the higher fees.

Question 9

Which of the following is assuming a central role in current educational policy?
A)high schools
B)public,two-year (or community)colleges
C)four-year colleges
D)ivy-league schools
E)graduate schools

Accepted Answer

Public, two-year (or community) colleges are assuming a central role in current educational policy due to their focus on providing affordable and accessible education for a wide range of students, including those who may not be able to attend traditional four-year colleges. Policymakers are placing increased emphasis on the role of community colleges in workforce development and addressing skills gaps in the labor market.

Question 10

The average salary for elementary and secondary teachers is now __________ per year.
A)$17,600
B)$40,000
C)$49,600
D)$75,600
E)$130,600

Accepted Answer

The answer of The average salary for elementary and secondary...

Question 11

__________ began in the early 1900s,and is associated with the policies of John Dewey,who believed that education should stress the expression of individuality and learning through experience,originating with the learners' needs and interests.
A)Progressivism
B)Open education
C)Humanism
D)Pride and the Proud
E)The Bush Legacy

Accepted Answer

The description provided matches the ideology of Progressivism, which emphasizes on student-centered learning, experiential learning, and individuality. This educational philosophy was popularized by John Dewey in the early 1900s. Open Education is a movement that advocates for increased access to education for everyone, while Humanism is a philosophical belief system that emphasizes on human values and personal agency. The options D) Pride and the Proud and E) The Bush Legacy are not associated with any educational philosophy.

Question 12

In 2010,President Obama signed legislation that _________..
A)teaches students basic skills and discipline
B)ends the bank-based lending system for higher education student loans
C)privatized all systems for providing student loans for higher education
D)ends all systems for providing higher education student loans
E)none of the above

Accepted Answer

The legislation signed by President Obama in 2010 ended the bank-based lending system for higher education student loans, which means that the government became the sole provider of student loans for higher education.

Question 13

Educational conservatives believe that the job of schools is to __________.
A)expand literacy and teach individualism
B)train sailors and soldiers
C)be value-free and encourage social experimentation
D)train workers and support the church
E)preserve the culture and transmit it to successive generations

Accepted Answer

Educational conservatives believe that schools should have a focus on preserving the culture and transmitting it to the next generation. This includes teaching traditional values, morals, and knowledge. They argue that schools should not be a place for social experimentation or value-free instruction. This approach has been criticized for not promoting diversity and inclusivity.

Question 14

Total U.S.spending on education at all levels was estimated at 1.1 trillion dollars for the 2009-2010,which includes funds from ___________.
A)the Department of Health and Human Services
B)the Department of Agriculture
C)the Department of Education
D)All of the above
E)None of the above

Accepted Answer

Total U.S. spending on education encompasses funds from various sources, not limited to the Department of Education. It includes contributions from the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Agriculture, and other federal, state, and local sources, reflecting a broad investment in education across different sectors.

Question 15

Georgia's much-publicized __________ Program,which provides higher education funds for students who maintain a B or better average,is becoming a policy model that may be replicated elsewhere in the nation.
A)Bootstrap
B)Head Start
C)Bottom Floor
D)Hope Scholarship
E)Financial Assistance

Accepted Answer

The Hope Scholarship program is specifically mentioned in the sentence as the program being referred to, making it the correct answer. None of the other options are mentioned or adequately described in the sentence.

Question 16

Three years after the federal No Child Left Behind Act went into effect,fourth-grade minority students showed the greatest improvement in math scores;but according to test experts,it would take __________ years to close the existing gap between minority and nonminority students in math.
A)25
B)50
C)100
D)200
E)500

Accepted Answer

The answer of Three years after the federal No Child...

Question 17

The policy recommendations arising out of criticism of American education take two main forms: __________ and __________.
A)reactionary;reform
B)conservative;liberal
C)new;old
D)practical;impractical
E)public;private

Accepted Answer

The terms "conservative" and "liberal" are often used to describe the two main forms of policy recommendations for American education. Conservative policies tend to focus on traditional approaches and values, such as standardized testing and accountability measures. Liberal policies tend to prioritize equity and social justice, such as increased funding for low-income schools and support for bilingual education.

Question 18

Which of the following statements about disparities in classroom size in the United States is TRUE?
A)Suburban schools average about 19 students per classroom in the early high school years;inner city schools average about 30 students per classroom.
B)Suburban schools and inner city schools average about 30 students per classroom in elementary school years.
C)Suburban and elementary schools average about 20 students per classrooms in elementary and high school years.
D)Suburban schools average about 5 students per classroom in early high school years;inner city schools average about 20 students per classroom.
E)None of the above.

Accepted Answer

According to data from the National Center for Education Statistics, suburban schools have an average class size of about 19 students in the early high school years, while inner city schools have an average class size of about 30 students. This shows a disparity in classroom size between suburban and inner city schools. The other options do not reflect the true disparities in classroom size in the United States.

Question 19

The liberal view of educational policy is based on __________.
A)humanitarianism
B)rationalization
C)empiricism
D)humanism
E)orientationism

Accepted Answer

Humanism emphasizes the importance of human reason and experience, which aligns with the liberal view of education that values critical thinking and individual development.

Question 20

As a social institution in America,the __________ is MOST amenable to intentional change through social policy.
A)educational institution
B)family
C)political institution
D)economy
E)religious institution

Accepted Answer

Educational institutions are highly regulated and funded by government policies, making them more amenable to intentional change through social policy. Policies such as desegregation, Title IX, and special education laws have all had a significant impact on the education system in America. In contrast, the family, political institution, economy, and religious institution are all more resistant to intentional change through social policy due to various factors such as cultural traditions, economic interests, and constitutional protections.

Quiz 11: Problems of Education

Which of the following statements describes the Race to the Top Fund?

_______________ is aimed at providing independent,self-paced learning,and is an approach used in British elementary schools.

To the educational humanist,the basic aim of education is to __________.

According to the ___________ view of educational policy,the basic aim of education is to promote the maximum self-development of each individual learner,paying specific attention to differences among interests,needs,abilities,and values.

Which of the following was NOT one of the recommendations made by the National Commission on Excellence in Education in A Nation at Risk?

The main criticism of voucher plans is that __________.

In its report,A Nation at Risk,the National Commission on Excellence in Education called for high schools to concentrate on the "five New Basics." Which of the following is NOT one of the five?

__________ and the rising cost of tuition threaten access to state universities.

Which of the following is assuming a central role in current educational policy?

The average salary for elementary and secondary teachers is now __________ per year.

__________ began in the early 1900s,and is associated with the policies of John Dewey,who believed that education should stress the expression of individuality and learning through experience,originating with the learners' needs and interests.

In 2010,President Obama signed legislation that _________..

Educational conservatives believe that the job of schools is to __________.

Total U.S.spending on education at all levels was estimated at 1.1 trillion dollars for the 2009-2010,which includes funds from ___________.

Georgia's much-publicized __________ Program,which provides higher education funds for students who maintain a B or better average,is becoming a policy model that may be replicated elsewhere in the nation.

Three years after the federal No Child Left Behind Act went into effect,fourth-grade minority students showed the greatest improvement in math scores;but according to test experts,it would take __________ years to close the existing gap between minority and nonminority students in math.

The policy recommendations arising out of criticism of American education take two main forms: and .

Which of the following statements about disparities in classroom size in the United States is TRUE?

The liberal view of educational policy is based on __________.

As a social institution in America,the __________ is MOST amenable to intentional change through social policy.