ATSW Instructional Planning & Delivery Strategies 4

Question 1

Which technique BEST supports English Language Learners during content-area instruction?

Accepted Answer

Using realia, graphic organizers, and sentence frames to support comprehension

Answer

Sheltered instruction techniques like realia, visuals, and sentence frames make grade-level content accessible to ELLs while supporting language development.

Question 2

A teacher plans a lesson using the 5E instructional model. In which order do the phases occur?

Accepted Answer

Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate

Answer

The 5E model follows the sequence Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate to build conceptual understanding through inquiry.

Question 3

A teacher consistently uses wait time after posing questions. Research indicates this practice:

Accepted Answer

Increases the quality and length of student responses

Answer

Research shows that extending wait time to 3-5 seconds significantly increases both the quality and complexity of student responses.

Question 4

Which of the following is a characteristic of an inquiry-based lesson rather than a direct instruction lesson?

Accepted Answer

Students investigate a question or problem to construct their own understanding

Answer

Inquiry-based learning has students actively investigate questions and construct knowledge, rather than receiving information passively from the teacher.

Question 5

A teacher incorporates technology by having students use interactive simulations to explore a science concept. This PRIMARILY exemplifies which planning principle?

Accepted Answer

Selecting tools that enhance student understanding and engagement with content

Answer

Effective technology integration selects tools because they deepen learning and engagement, not merely for novelty or convenience.

(ATSW) Assessment of Teaching Skills Written Practice Test

(ATSW) Assessment of Teaching Skills Written Practice Test

ATSW Instructional Planning & Delivery Strategies 4