Education K-12 Teaching Methods & Pedagogy

Question 1

Which instructional strategy involves students working together in small groups to achieve a shared learning goal?

Accepted Answer

Cooperative learning

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Direct instruction

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Independent practice

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Lecture-based teaching

Question 2

What does the term 'scaffolding' mean in a K-12 classroom context?

Accepted Answer

Providing temporary support to help students reach higher-level skills

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Decorating the classroom with student work

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Using physical structures to teach geometry

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Assigning homework in sequential order

Question 3

Which learning theory is most associated with the idea that students construct their own knowledge through experience?

Accepted Answer

Constructivism

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Behaviorism

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Cognitivism

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Humanism

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a 'think-pair-share' activity?

Accepted Answer

To engage students through individual reflection followed by peer discussion

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To reduce grading workload

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To assess reading comprehension

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To introduce new vocabulary

Question 5

In Bloom's Taxonomy, which level represents the highest order of thinking?

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Creating

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Remembering

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Understanding

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Evaluating

Question 6

What is differentiated instruction?

Accepted Answer

Adjusting content, process, or product based on student readiness and learning needs

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Teaching all students the same content at the same pace

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Using technology to replace teacher instruction

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Separating students by ability into different classrooms