PRAXIS PRAXIS Principles of Learning: Planning and Diversity 3

Question 1

What does 'scaffolding' mean in the context of instruction?

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Providing temporary support to help students accomplish tasks they cannot yet do independently

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Decorating the classroom with educational materials

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Assigning students to ability groups permanently

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Using only visual aids in lessons

Question 2

According to Lev Vygotsky's theory, what is the 'Zone of Proximal Development' (ZPD)?

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The gap between what a learner can do alone and what they can do with guidance

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The area of the classroom where students work independently

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A physical learning center in the classroom

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The curriculum standard a student must reach by year end

Question 3

What is the primary goal of Universal Design for Learning (UDL)?

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To design flexible learning experiences that are accessible to all students from the start

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To provide identical instruction to all students

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To create separate curricula for students with disabilities

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To reduce the use of technology in classrooms

Question 4

Which federal law mandates that students with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment?

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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

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No Child Left Behind (NCLB)

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Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

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Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

Question 5

What is culturally responsive teaching?

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Incorporating students' cultural backgrounds and experiences to make learning more relevant and effective

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Teaching only content related to students' home cultures

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Avoiding any discussion of cultural differences in the classroom

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Using only one teaching style for all students

Question 6

When a student is an English Language Learner (ELL), which instructional strategy best supports their content learning?

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Using visual supports, simplified language, and sheltered instruction techniques alongside content

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Withholding content instruction until English fluency is achieved

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Placing the student in a completely separate classroom at all times

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Assigning only lower-level tasks to avoid confusion