Instructional Strategies & Techniques Flashcards

A student can solve math problems when given a formula sheet but fails without one. To build true mastery, the tutor should prioritize:

Answer: Spaced retrieval practice without the formula sheet

Spaced retrieval practice forces recall from memory, strengthening storage and retrieval pathways so students internalize formulas rather than depend on external aids.

Which instructional technique is most effective when a student holds a persistent misconception about a science concept?

Answer: Explicitly confront the misconception, explain why it is wrong, and present the correct understanding

Conceptual change instruction requires directly surfacing and refuting the misconception before presenting the scientifically accurate explanation.

A tutor helps a student learn vocabulary by teaching word roots, prefixes, and suffixes. This approach is called:

Answer: Morphological analysis

Morphological analysis teaches students to decode word meaning by analyzing structural components, enabling them to infer meanings of unfamiliar words independently.

During a tutoring session, a student says 'I kind of get it.' The best tutor response is to:

Answer: Probe with a specific application question to assess actual understanding

Probing with a targeted application question reveals whether 'kind of get it' reflects genuine understanding or an illusion of knowing.

Which strategy helps a student develop self-monitoring skills during problem-solving?

Answer: Think-aloud protocol

Think-aloud protocols require students to verbalize their reasoning process, making internal thought visible and allowing tutors to identify where breakdowns occur.

A student is preparing for an essay exam. Which study strategy should the tutor recommend as most effective?

Answer: Practicing writing essay outlines and responses from memory

Retrieval practice through self-generated essay writing is far more effective than passive review strategies for long-term retention of complex material.

Which of the following best describes differentiated instruction in a tutoring context?

Answer: Adapting content, process, or product based on a student's readiness, interest, or learning profile

Differentiated instruction is a proactive approach that modifies what is taught, how it is taught, or how students demonstrate learning based on individual needs.