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Chapter 6 Flashcards

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What is the art of clearly and concisely explaining information in ways that an anticipated audience can understand?
a.Transition
b.Projection
c.Presentation
d.Organization

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C

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Effective speakers organize their material so that:
a.it is easier to repeat for future classes.
b.their presentation is appealing to all audiences.
c.their audience is never lost during the presentation.
d.the audience will appreciate correct usage of technical terms.

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C

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Which characteristic of effective speakers involves keeping appropriate eye contact with audience members?
a.Audience-centered
b.Good delivery skills
c.Good organization of ideas
d.Good development of ideas

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B

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Which major element of good vocal characteristics of an effective speaker involves clearly emphasizing each syllable, accent, and pause?
a.Projection
b.Enunciation
c.Conversation
d.Pronunciation

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B

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Instructors can improve any presentation by:
a.pacing the floor.
b.speaking to the first two rows of audience members.
c.getting plenty of rest the night before a presentation.
d.providing all audience members copies of the information to be presented.

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C

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Which part of an instructor’s oral presentation is to get the attention of the students?
a.Body
b.Opening
c.Summary
d.Demonstration

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B

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Which part of an instructor’s oral presentation is to present the information in a logical sequence?
a.Body
b.Opening
c.Summary
d.Demonstration

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Which part of an instructor’s oral presentation is to review the objective of the presentation?
a.Body
b.Opening
c.Summary
d.Demonstration

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C

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Which method of sequencing information in a presentation begins by teaching the basic knowledge or skill, then introducing more difficult knowledge as the lesson progresses?
a.Step-by-step
b.Whole-part-whole
c.Simple-to-complex
d.Known-to-unknown

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C

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Which method of sequencing information in a presentation teaches students in a sequential order for each skill?
a.Step-by-step
b.Whole-part-whole
c.Simple-to-complex
d.Known-to-unknown

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Educational research recommends that instructors evaluate student’s understanding:
a.during the lesson.
b.prior to the lesson.
c.after the lesson is complete.
d.after each key point is explained.

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Which of the following is a purpose of transitions when giving presentations?
a.Speed up the lesson
b.Summarize a complex topic
c.Preview what will happen next
d.Disconnect portions of the lesson

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C

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What are two types of transitions speech communication professionals teach?
a.Pacing and talking
b.Verbal and nonverbal
c.Previews and reviews
d.Consistent and inconsistent

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B

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The steps for the four-step method of instruction include _____, presentation, application, and evaluation
a.discussion
b.production
c.preparation
d.demonstration

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C

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Which step of the four-step method of instruction can be combined with the application step so students can participate in activities that require them to safely demonstrate skills?
a.Evaluation
b.Application
c.Preparation
d.Presentation

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D

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During which step of the four-step method of instruction does the instructor provide opportunities for students to learn through a variety of activities?
a.Evaluation
b.Application
c.Preparation
d.Presentation

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B

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Which step of the four-step method of instruction typically uses written and oral tests to assess cognitive learning?
a.Evaluation
b.Application
c.Preparation
d.Presentation

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Which instructional teaching method does an instructor use to explain a topic with the help of audiovisual aids?
a.Providing demonstration
b.Leading class discussions
c.Asking effective questions
d.Giving an illustrated lecture

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D

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Which instructional teaching method does an instructor use to teach physical principles?
a.Providing demonstration
b.Leading class discussions
c.Asking effective questions
d.Psychomotor skill instruction

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A

20
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Which instructional teaching method allows for interaction between the instructor and the students?
a.Providing demonstration
b.Leading class discussions
c.Asking effective questions
d.Giving an illustrated lecture

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B

21
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Which common category of the whole group discussion format intends to have students gain knowledge from other group members or develop new ideas?
a.Guided
b.Narrative
c.Conference
d.Collaborative

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A

22
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type of group discussions have the main advantage that students express their ideas and opinions more openly with their peers than when an instructor is present?
a.Small
b.Whole
c.Tasked
d.Monitored

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A

23
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Both large and small group discussions require that instructors demonstrate _____ to ensure that students achieve course goals.
a.structure
b.leadership
c.motivation
d.experience

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B

24
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Which discussion technique is used to generate as many ideas as possible while operating under the principle that there are no bad ideas?
a.Brainstorming
b.Agenda-based process
c.Nominal group process
d.Prepared question evaluation

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A

25
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Which skill enables the instructor to evaluate prepared questions so questions can be improved, if needed?
a.Writing questions using advanced technical jargon
b.Using questions to intimidate or embarrass students
c.Knowing how to create effective questions of their own
d.Making sure the wording of the question makes the answer obvious

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C

26
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Which question type doesn’t necessarily have one correct answer and often does not call for a spoken response?
a.Open
b.Closed
c.Overhead
d.Rhetorical

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D

27
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How should an instructor respond when a student answer is only partially correct?
a.Quickly answer the question for the student and move on
b.Wait in silence for the student to respond with the complete answer
c.Redirect the question immediately to another student to save class time
d.Positively reinforce the correct portion, then redirect the question back to the student or ask another student to complete the answer

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D

28
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An instructor can respond to students’ questions that may be complex, illogical, or off topic by:
a.answering the question immediately to keep the class moving.
b.deferring the questions that are beyond the scope of the lesson.
c.bluffing the students by providing false or misleading information.
d.brainstorming with the other students to determine a correct answer.

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B

29
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During which phase of the development of psychomotor skills does the instructor provide a great deal of influence while demonstrating as much patience as possible to encourage the student?
a.Cognitive
b.Associative
c.Autonomous
d.Conceptualization

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A

30
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During which phase of the development of psychomotor skills does the instructor serve more as an evaluator and a coach than a teacher?
a.Cognitive
b.Associative
c.Autonomous
d.Conceptualization

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B

31
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During which phase of the development of psychomotor skills does the instructor become the coach and is there to help students refine their efforts?
a.Cognitive
b.Associative
c.Autonomous
d.Conceptualization

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C

32
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A case study involves analyzing and examining facts through:
a.research gathered outside the classroom.
b.discussion and problem-solving exercises.
c.real-life situations in computer-based training.
d.group activities portraying characters in scenarios.

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B

33
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Which type of structured exercise involves students acting out the role of a character in a scenario to prepare for situations they may encounter while fulfilling their duties?
a.Simulations
b.Role playing
c.Case studies
d.Field and laboratory experiences

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B

34
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A simulation may include elements of:
a.case studies.
b.focus referencing.
c.skill performances.
d.computer-based training.

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D

35
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Which type of structured exercise provides students with experiences to inspect, use, test, and evaluate equipment or processes?
a.Simulations
b.Case studies
c.Computer-based training
d.Field and laboratory experiences

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D

36
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Which type of learning involves instructors teaching specific criteria that students must meet during testing?
a.Competency-based
b.Focused-referenced
c.Instructional delivery
d.Acceptable performance

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A

37
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Learning objectives are written to establish the _____ for competency by identifying and clearly describing the learning outcome (behavior).
a.criteria
b.module
c.learning style
d.learner characteristics

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A

38
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What would be an advantage of the competency approach to teaching?
a.Prior knowledge is not needed as a building block for new skills.
b.Students are prepared to advance to more complex knowledge or skills.
c.Instructors must plan for and provide extra time to ensure that all students become competent on the subject.
d.Students are made aware of the learning objectives at the end of the training so criteria for passing the course is never in question.

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B

39
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Which teaching strategy splits some of the responsibilities among more than one instructor?
a.Multiple instructors
b.Reinforcing learning
c.Generating and maintaining student interest
d.Offering material that pertains to students’ professional goals

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A

40
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Which teaching strategy helps make abstract concepts more relatable to students?
a.Use questions to stimulate interest
b.Relate learning to student interests
c.Use unpredictability and uncertainty
d.Explain and illustrate with examples, stories, analogies, and metaphors

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D

41
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Which teaching strategy do instructors use to help students to recognize the importance of key points through emphasis and repetition?
a.Multiple instructors
b.Reinforcing learning
c.Generating and maintaining student interest
d.Offering material that pertains to students’ professional goals

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B

42
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Which teaching strategy combines traditional (face-to-face) and online teaching methods?
a.Blended or hybrid
b.Computer simulation
c.Individualized instruction
d.Student-centered learning

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A

43
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Which teaching strategy leads to an increased depth of knowledge and understanding of the material versus the traditional method?
a.Blended or hybrid
b.Computer simulation
c.Flipping the classroom
d.Student-centered learning

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D

44
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Which teaching strategy has students read and study the material at home prior to coming to class?
a.Blended or hybrid
b.Self-directed learning
c.Flipping the classroom
d.Student-centered learning

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C

45
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Computer based training (CBT) may be used in a more structured format to provide:
a.selection criteria.
b.distance learning.
c.opportunities for psychomotor skills demonstrations.
d.more interaction between a student and an instructor.

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B

46
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Which teaching strategy holds students solely responsible for achieving course objectives determined by the instructor or chosen by the student?
a.Blended or hybrid
b.Self-directed learning
c.Individualized instruction
d.Student-centered learning

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B

47
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Which teaching strategy has instructors pull from a variety of resources to better meet the learning needs of each student?
a.Blended or hybrid
b.Self-directed learning
c.Individualized instruction
d.Student-centered learning

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C

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