CPI Classroom Management & Student Engagement 3

Question 1

Which classroom management approach is most aligned with Glasser's Choice Theory?

Accepted Answer

Focusing on helping students meet their basic needs through positive relationships and meaningful work

Answer

Glasser's Choice Theory holds that behavior is driven by the attempt to meet basic needs, so effective management focuses on fulfilling those needs through a supportive environment.

Question 2

An instructor uses 'cold calling' randomly during lectures. What is the primary classroom management benefit of this technique?

Accepted Answer

It maintains student attentiveness because any student may be called on at any time

Answer

Random cold calling keeps all students alert and mentally engaged because they cannot predict when they will be asked to respond.

Question 3

When a postsecondary instructor establishes classroom norms collaboratively with students at the start of the semester, the primary benefit is:

Accepted Answer

Increasing student ownership and adherence to agreed-upon behavioral expectations

Answer

When students help create classroom norms, they develop a sense of ownership that increases their commitment to following those agreements.

Question 4

A student frequently arrives late to a postsecondary class, disrupting the learning environment. After addressing it privately with the student, the behavior continues. What is the most appropriate next step?

Accepted Answer

Document the behavior and follow institutional procedures, which may include referring to an academic advisor

Answer

Persistent behavioral issues after informal intervention should be documented and addressed through institutional channels such as advising or student conduct processes.

Question 5

Which type of feedback is most effective for promoting long-term student engagement and improvement in postsecondary courses?

Accepted Answer

Specific, actionable feedback that identifies what was done well and what needs improvement

Answer

Specific, actionable feedback gives students clear information they can use to improve their performance, which supports both learning and motivation.

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CPI Classroom Management & Student Engagement 3