Exam 1 Review

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Mrs. Foster’s attitude towards Javier, who emigrated from Mexico and is starting third grade with minimal ability to speak English, seems to be evidence of:

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the teacher’s sense of efficacy.

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Based on studies indicating that teacher–student relationships and the quality of teaching make a difference, which second-grade student is likely to benefit most from good teaching? Options: Jorge likes math but does not like to participate in reading group, though he’s a good reader. Kellie seems to be advanced for her age. She is reading and doing math above grade level. Dwayne loves school, especially when he gets to work in groups with his friends or at centers with hands-on activities. Johana has difficulty paying attention and performs at a first-grade level in reading and math.

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Johana has difficulty paying attention and performs at a first-grade level in reading and math.

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Mr. Lopez wants to integrate mindfulness breaks into his high school algebra class to reduce student stress. Research suggests that such practices typically lead to:

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Improved focus and emotional regulation

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According to Robert Pianta’s research-based model of good teaching, three domains of teacher-student interactions in the classroom relate to development and learning. These domains include emotional support and instructional support. What is the other domain?

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Classroom organization

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Which of the following questions is most likely addressed by knowledge of educational psychology?
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Does the textbook provide a test bank of questions for developing chapter and unit tests?
Should the skill of summarizing be taught before students learn to identify the main idea?
Do you want to explore the topic of slavery in the United States or slavery in other countries?
Which of these books would you like to read during the unit about historical fiction?

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Should the skill of summarizing be taught before students learn to identify the main idea?

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What type of research is Austin Foley conducting in high schools across 10 school districts using surveys to learn about the support APA physics students prefer from their teachers in physics lab?

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Descriptive study

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A researcher follows the same group of preschool children from ages 3 to 10, collecting data every year on their language development. This type of research is called:

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Longitudinal

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Bethany has taught language arts at Sanchez Middle School for two years. As she reflects and plans for the coming year, she reads a note she made to herself when she taught the persuasive writing unit. The students struggled with persuasion, and Bethany wants to find a better way to teach the unit. She has two ideas and wants to put them to the test to see which is more effective. What do you recommend?

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Conduct action research to answer her question.

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In the research cycle, Ms. Jordan has formulated:

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A hypothesis

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Based on the information provided, what is the best description of Ayo’s cultural affiliations?

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Ayo’s cultural affiliations are Nigerian, American, upper class, and basketball player.