FTCE Professional Education 2

Question 1

A teacher notices a student has unexplained bruises and seems withdrawn. Under Florida law, what is the teacher's FIRST obligation?

Accepted Answer

Report the suspicion to the Florida Abuse Hotline

Answer

Florida law (F.S. 39.201) mandates that teachers as mandatory reporters must call the Florida Abuse Hotline immediately upon reasonable suspicion of abuse.

Question 2

According to Bloom's Taxonomy revised edition, which verb BEST represents the highest level of cognitive complexity?

Accepted Answer

Create

Answer

In the revised Bloom's Taxonomy, 'Create' is the highest level, involving synthesis of elements into a new structure or pattern.

Question 3

A teacher wants to ensure English Language Learners access grade-level science content. Which strategy is MOST aligned with ESOL best practices?

Accepted Answer

Use graphic organizers, visual supports, and sheltered instruction

Answer

Sheltered instruction with visual supports allows ELL students to access grade-level content while simultaneously developing language skills.

Question 4

Which Florida statute governs the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct for educators?

Accepted Answer

F.S. 1012.795

Answer

F.S. 1012.795 establishes grounds for discipline of educators and is the basis for Florida's educator Code of Ethics.

Question 5

A teacher is designing a unit and begins by identifying what students should know and be able to do at the end. This approach is called:

Accepted Answer

Backward design

Answer

Backward design (Wiggins & McTighe) starts with desired outcomes and then plans assessments and instruction to reach them.

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FTCE Professional Education 2