Midterm in LE 1

1.     Education is a life long process. They simply means that education-

• a.     Takes place in the school where the individual is exposed to specific, self-contained experiences

• b.     Is a continuous process of experiencing and reorganizing experiences

• c.     May take place formally or informally to enable the individual grow

• d.     May take place anywhere and anytime the individual so desires.

2.    Which of the following is not a correct statement regarding positive and negative reinforcement as they relate to behavior change in the classroom?

• a.     Positive reinforcement refers to the rewarding of certain responses to specific stimuli

• b.     Social disapproval is a form of negative punishment

• c.     Punishment tends to be more effective than rewards in controlling behavior

• d.     Punishment suppresses behavior but does not change it

3.   Which of these “combination of classes” is organized in places where the required number of pupils of the same grade levels has not met the required number to make up a separate class thus the teacher apportions class time for instruction to every grade level within the class?

• a.     Multi-grade

• b.     Heterogeneous

• c.     Extension

• d.     Homogenous

4.   A student collapsed in her social studies class. It was found out that she did not eat her lunch. What principle is shown in the situation?

• a.     Physiological need

• b.     Security need

• c.     Safety need

• d.     Psychological need

5.  An appreciation lesson is designated to lead the class to conduct and enjoy something. Which of the following statements closely approximate the meaning of the above?

• a.     One cannot fully appreciate what he does not understand or enjoy

• b.     A teacher should plan lessons that will guide children to appreciate what is beautiful and worthwhile

• b.     An appreciation lesson should be a lesson in values

• d.     Appreciation lessons help pupils weigh and clarify values

6.   Which of the following refers to the repetition of facts and skills which the teacher wishes to reinforce for mastery?

• a.     Drill

• b.     Review

• c.     Recitation

• d.     Mastery

7. Which of the following is the best time for a teacher to set up routine activities that will contribute to effective classroom management?

• a.     During each homeroom day

• b.     On the very first day of school

• c.     As soon as the students have established and adjusted their schedules

• d.     An appreciation lesson should be a lesson in values

8.   Which of the following refers to the orderly steps and procedures used by the teacher to make the learning process more meaningful and interesting?

• a.     Learning continuum

• b.     Device

• c.     Plan

• d.     method

9.   In teaching, the teacher reaches a step where data data are critically evaluated and a conclusion is generally arrived at. How is this step called?

• a.     Application

• b.     Generalization

• c.     Presentation

• d.     Preparation

10. Which of these is the MOST important principle that a teacher should follow in initiating a program of positive reinforcement?

• a.     Punish negative behavior and reward positive behavior

• b.     Provide regular opportunity for socially acceptable behavior

• c.     Make sure the reward comes immediately after the approximate behavior

• d.     Consider peer approval and recognition