Classroom Management & Student Engagement Flashcards

A postsecondary instructor notices that a small group of students consistently dominates class discussions while others remain silent. Which strategy best promotes more equitable participation?

Answer: Use structured turn-taking techniques such as think-pair-share or round-robin

Structured participation strategies like think-pair-share ensure all students have an opportunity to engage rather than allowing a few to monopolize discussion.

Which of the following best describes 'withitness' as a classroom management concept introduced by Kounin?

Answer: The instructor's awareness of all student behavior occurring simultaneously in the classroom

Kounin's 'withitness' refers to an instructor's ability to monitor and respond to the entire classroom simultaneously, conveying awareness to students.

A student with a documented anxiety disorder requests to take exams in a separate, quieter location. Under the ADA, the instructor should:

Answer: Refer the student to the disability services office to coordinate the approved accommodation

Disability accommodations at the postsecondary level are coordinated through the institution's disability services office, not unilaterally decided by the instructor.

When designing a seating arrangement for a postsecondary course that emphasizes collaborative problem-solving, which layout is most appropriate?

Answer: Cluster or pod seating that groups students together

Cluster or pod seating physically positions students to work together, supporting collaborative learning tasks.

An instructor wants to increase student accountability for completing assigned readings before class. Which strategy is most effective for a postsecondary setting?

Answer: Implement low-stakes reading quizzes or entry tickets at the start of class

Low-stakes quizzes or entry tickets create regular accountability and incentivize students to complete readings before class meetings.

Which of the following is an example of intrinsic motivation in a postsecondary classroom?

Answer: A student engages deeply with the material because she finds it genuinely interesting

Intrinsic motivation arises from internal interest or enjoyment of the activity itself, not from external rewards or consequences.

A postsecondary instructor is dealing with a student who persistently interrupts others during class discussions. What is the most professionally appropriate first response?

Answer: Speak privately with the student after class to address the behavior and its impact

A private, direct conversation is the appropriate first step, allowing the instructor to address the issue respectfully without embarrassing the student in front of peers.