PROFED DRILL SET 1 Flashcards
1
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- For quality professional development, teachers must consider the NCBTS, which are the established standards for good teaching in the Philippines. What is meant by the acronym NCBTS?
A. National Competency-Based Teacher Standards
B. National Competency-Based Teaching Standards
C. National Competency Basic Teacher Standards
D. National Competency Basic Teaching Standards
A
A. National Competency-Based Teacher Standards
2
Q
- You are very much interested in quality professional development program for teachers. What characteristic should you look for?
A. Depends on the availability of funds
B. Prescribed by top educational leaders
C. Responsive to identified teachers’ needs
D. Required for renewal of professional license
A
C. Responsive to identified teachers’ needs
3
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- How do you know a program for teachers’ professional development that meets high standard from one that does not? Quality professional development helps teachers to
A. get promoted
B. get intrinsically motivated to grow continuously
C. earn MA units for ranking purposes
D. put themselves far above their students
A
B. get intrinsically motivated to grow continuously
4
Q
- “Once a teacher, forever a student.” What does the statement imply about quality personal and professional development for teachers?
A. The teacher is able to teach his/her students.
B. The teacher learns from his/her students.
C. It is continuing.
D. Personal and professional development calls for teacher’s exposure to students.
A
C. It is continuing.
5
Q
- To ensure high standards of teachers’ personal and professional’s development, which measure must be implemented?
I. A school head plans the professional development of his/her teachers.
II. Every teacher formulates his/her own professional development plan.
III. The implementation of what is learned in training must be monitored.
A. I and III
B. I only
C. II only
D. Il and III
A
D. Il and III
6
Q
- Societal change requires continually deep-seated questions about “good” living. Which of these did Socrates recognize as the greatest of the human virtues?
A. Moral wisdom
B. Courage
C. Fair justice
D. Piety
A
A. Moral wisdom
7
Q
- Which competencies are expected of BEEd and BSEd graduates?
I. Higher level literacy and critical thinking
II. Principled understanding of the learning processes
III. Assuming the responsibility to sustain professional growth.
IV. Acting as an agent of change
A. Il and IV
B. І, IІ, ІII
C. I, I, II, IV
D. I and III
A
B. І, IІ, ІII
8
Q
- Which of the following is BEST implied by quality and relevant teacher development initiatives?
A. Lifelong learning
B. Focus on the non-performers
C. Capacity building of educational community
D. Mentoring of experts who share the latest ideas about teaching and learning
A
A. Lifelong learning
9
Q
- Teachers are required to make an Individual Plan for Professional Development (PPD). This is based on the philosophy that the teacher is a “lifelong learner.” The NCBTS provides the steps for_____________ assessment in making the
A. need
B. collegial
C. self
D. peer
A
C. self
10
Q
- To ensure high standards of the teacher’s personal and professional development, what tool/instrument was developed by the DepEd for self-assessment?
A. TSNA
B. IPPD
C. KSA
D. TPDI
A
A. TSNA
11
Q
- This self-assessment tool which is used nationwide is one of the bases in planning the training of teachers.
A. preservice
B. post-service
C. school-based
D. division-based
A
C. school-based
12
Q
- The results of the LET revealed the low performance of future teachers. In April 2010 only 15% of the BEEd and 25% of BSEd graduates passed. What do the results imply?
A. More training be given to BEEd students
B. Review existing teacher education curriculum vis-a-vis TOS
C. Determine the specialization of BSE graduates
D. Implement selective admission in TEIS
A
B. Review existing teacher education curriculum vis-a-vis TOS
13
Q
- The Domain on Social Regard for Learning in the NCBTS focuses on teacher’s actions and demonstrating value for learning. Which are the indicators for these actions?
I. Model the value of punctuality
Il. Consider the influence of teacher’s behavior on learners
IlI. Use cooperative learning activities
IV. Communicate higher learning expectations
A. IlI and IV
B. I and II
C. I and III
D. Il and IV
A
B. I and II
14
Q
- The new Performance Appraisal System for Teachers (PAST) is
A. knowledge-based
B. practice-based
C. competency-based
D. skill-based
A
C. competency-based
15
Q
- What characterizes the formative developmental nature of PAST?
A. non-supportive
B. innovative
C. rewarding
D. self-directed
A
D. self-directed
16
Q
- Which are the job-embedded requirements for teachers and so must continuously develop themselves in these aspects?
I. Maintains updated pupil/student school records.
II. Conducts action research
III. Maintains harmonious relationship with stakeholders
IV. Channels and guide learners
А. І, І, III
B. I, II, III, IV
C. II, III, IV
D. I, III, IV
A
B. I, II, III, IV
17
Q
- The teacher performance results provide continual _________ to professional development.
A. support
В. feedback
C. guidance
D. assessment
A
В. feedback
18
Q
- Which two competencies are demonstrated and practiced during the Field Study and Practice Teaching courses?
I. Teaching Assistance
II. Grading learner’s performance
III. Interpersonal relationship
IN. Materials development
A. I and III
B. Ill and IV
C. I and II
D. II and IV
A
A. I and III
19
Q
- Which of these skills must a teacher develop that will enable him/her to look at problems as opportunities?
I. Addressing problems as fast as possible
Il. Remaining alert to the possibility
III. Foster sense of accomplishment
IV. Promote sense of belonging
A. I, II, III
B. II, III, IV
C. I, III, IV
D. I, II, IV
A
A. I, II, III
20
Q
- As a professional teacher you must be good at interactive communication. What does interactive communication include?
I. Person-to-person e-mail correspondence
Il. Interaction through simulations and models
III. Electronic mailing list, video conferencing, chat rooms
IV. Group interaction in virtual learning space or audio communications
A. I and II
B. II and III
C. I, II and III
D. I, II, Ill and IV
A
D. I, II, Ill and IV
21
Q
- In a knowledge-based society, teachers must be capable of effective communication. What does effective communication involve?
I. Teaming, collaboration and interactive communication
Il. Interpersonal skills and personal responsibility
III. Social and civic responsibility
IV. Adaptability and self-direction
A. I only
B. II only
C. III and III
D. I, II, IIl and IV
A
A. I only
22
Q
- International educators propose a definition of the term global competence. What is the MOST appropriate characteristic of a globally competent individual?
A. Having an open mind while actively seeking to understand norms and work effectively outside one’s environment.
В. Ability to become familiar with a new culture and work environment
C. Having the intercultural facility of effective two-way communication
D. Having the professional competence to speak a foreign language
A
A. Having an open mind while actively seeking to understand norms and work effectively outside one’s environment.
23
Q
- Which of the following may generate interpersonal relationships in the work environment?
A. Learning new skills
B. Challenging the best
C. Off-site respites
D. Dance Festival
A
C. Off-site respites
24
Q
- What practices develop interpersonal sensitivity?
I. Communicate programs/projects to stakeholders
II. Give positive criticisms based on guidelines
IlI. Communicate concerns/issues for improvement
IV. Tell teachers to attend professional development
A. II, III, IV
В. І, II, III
C. I, II, IV
D. I, III, IV
A
В. І, II, III
25
Q
- The NCBTS domain on Social Regard for Learning focuses on which indicators?
I. Demonstrates punctuality
Il. Maintains appropriate appearance
Ill. Communicates higher learning expectations.
IV. Makes use of various learning experiences
V. Is careful about the effect of one’s behavior on learners
A. I, II, V
B. I, III, IV
C. I, II, IV, V
D. II, III, IV, V
A
A. I, II, V
26
Q
- Which NCBTS domain creates situations that encourage learners to use high order thinking skills (HOTS)?
A. Diversity of Learner
B. Curriculum
C. Learning Environment
D. Community Linkages
A
B. Curriculum
27
Q
- Which one describes one responsibility of a teacher in a school dominated by Indigenous Peoples’ (IP) children?
I. Point out the negative elements of their culture to help them improve.
II. Help them realize the positive elements of their culture and make them feel proud about them.
III. Teach basic concepts in the context of the IP culture.
IV. Show them other peoples’ cultures.
A. I, II, III and IV
B. I, Ill and IV
C. II, IlI and IV
D. I, Il and III
A
C. II, IlI and IV
28
Q
- In an era of knowledge explosion, what is supposed to be every teacher’s most important responsibility to maximize children’s learning?
I. Teach learners the skills on how to learn.
II. Teach learners information only.
III. Teach learners how to evaluate information.
A. I and III
C. I and II
B. I only
D. III only
A
A. I and III
29
Q
- As a community leader, which one may a teacher NOT do?
A. Solicits donation from philanthropists in the community
B. Plays an active part in the activities of the community
C. Supports effort of the community to improve their status in life
D. Makes herself aloof to ensure that her decisions will not be influenced by community politics
A
D. Makes herself aloof to ensure that her decisions will not be influenced by community politics
30
Q
- As an effective classroom manager, what should a teacher do?
I. She uses instructional time wisely.
Il. She uses her power to punish students for the sake of discipline.
IlI. She puts to use available and appropriate materials.
IV. She manipulates colleagues and students so she can meet her goals.
A. I and III
B. II, III and IV
C. I, II and III
D. I, II, IlI and IV
A
A. I and III
31
Q
- Alvin Toffler said: “The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn. “Based on this statement, what are the important responsibilities of the teacher?
I. To enable learners to adapt to change
II. To teach learners the basics
III. To equip them with skills to learn
A. Il and III
B. I and III
C. I and II
D. I, Il and III
A
D. I, Il and III
32
Q
- In the midst of a highly pluralistic society, what type of learning environment is the responsibility of the teacher?
I. Safe
II. Gender-biased
III. Secure
A. I and III
B. I, II and III
C. I and II
D. II only
A
A. I and III
33
Q
- The professional teacher is not “the sage on stage” but “the guide from the side.” This implies that teachers
A. act as facilitators of learning
B. serve dispensers of knowledge
C. project an “Almighty-Omniscient” image
D. cling to their power to impose rules
A
A. act as facilitators of learning
34
Q
- A teacher is said to be a “trustee of the cultural and educational heritage of the nation and is under obligation to transmit to learners such heritage.” Which practice makes him/her fulfill such obligation?
A. Use interactive teaching strategies.
B. Use the latest educational technology.
C. Observe continuing professional education.
D. Study the life of Filipino heroes.
A
D. Study the life of Filipino heroes.
35
Q
- It is the responsibility of every teacher to undergo annual medical check-up in the
interest of the
I. teacher
Il. school and community
Ill. Learner
A. I and II
B. I only
C. I, Il and III
D. III only
A
C. I, Il and III
36
Q
- Teachers often complain of numerous non-teaching assignments that adversely affect their teaching. Does this mean that teachers must be preoccupied only with teaching?
A. No, because every teacher is expected to provide leadership and initiative in activities for the betterment of communities.
B. Yes, because teaching is more than enough full-time job.
C. No, because to lead in community activities is the job of elected officials.
D. Yes, if they are given other assignments justice demands that they be properly compensated.
A
A. No, because every teacher is expected to provide leadership and initiative in activities for the betterment of communities.
37
Q
- Teacher Paz does NOT personally agree with one school policy. What is her professional responsibility?
A. Be indifferent about it but exert effort to understand it.
B. Make an honest effort to understand, support, and carry out the school policy even if she does NOT personally agree.
C. Remain connected with the school but defy the policy because in conscience she cannot agree.
D. Lead a campaign against its abolition.
A
B. Make an honest effort to understand, support, and carry out the school policy even if she does NOT personally agree.
37
Q
- In the context of constructivist learning transaction, the teacher as facilitator of learning engages in an instruction that is ______.
A. flexible and creative
B. understanding and independent
C. formative and summative
D. democratic and independent
A
A. flexible and creative
38
Q
- Global students learn with short bursts of energy. To maintain concentration, they require
A. frequent reminder that they need to concentrate
B. frequent and intermittent breaks
C. short and easy reading materials
D. music while studying
A
B. frequent and intermittent breaks
39
Q
- Which two statements BEST describe a global teacher?
I. Thinks and acts both locally and globally
Il. Believes in education for sustainable development
III. Wants to work abroad
IV. Desires to live abroad
A. Il and IV
B. I and II
C. I only
D. III only
A
B. I and II
40
Q
- A pupil whose mother is an OFW has been absent for the past three days. Considering the teacher’s roles and responsibilities, what action will you take?
A. Record the absences.
B. Conduct home visitation.
C. Report to the guidance counselor.
D. Conduct action research
A
B. Conduct home visitation.
41
Q
- As a researcher, which may be a good problem for a teacher’s action research to improve learning outcomes?
А. Class Molave’s performance in NAT during the SY 2010-2011
B. High percentage of absenteeism during Fridays
C. Turnover of teachers during the current school year
D. High percentage of tardiness during Mondays
A
А. Class Molave’s performance in NAT during the SY 2010-2011
42
Q
- How are schools influenced when parents’ measure of excellent school is children’s ability to read as early as pre-kindergarten?
A. Focus on academics
B. Integration of values in the curriculum
C. Application of socio-emotional learning
D. Exclusive use of reading books published by the school
A
A. Focus on academics
43
Q
- To respond to the needs of industry, which one do schools focus on?
A. Technical skills
B. Humanities
C. Basic literacy skills
D. Social relations
A
A. Technical skills
44
Q
- The shooting incidents in school campuses abroad have made schools rethink of the curriculum. Which changes are being introduced in schools to counteract campus violence?
I. Inclusion of socio-emotional teaching
II. The emphasis on the concept of competition against self and not against others
III. Focus on academic achievement and productivity
A. I and II
B. I and III
C. II and III
D. I, II, III
A
A. I and II
45
Q
- The wide acceptance of “bottom up” management style has influenced schools to practice which management practice?
A. Prescription of what ought to be done from the central office
B. Exclusion of politicians from the pool of guest speakers during graduation exercises
C. Involvement of students, parents, teachers and community in school planning
D. Allowing schools to do what they think is best
A
C. Involvement of students, parents, teachers and community in school planning
46
Q
- In their desire to make schools perform, the DepEd then, published the ranking of schools in NAT results nationwide. As an effect of this practice, what did schools tend to do?
I. Taught at the expense of NAT
II. Conducted review classes for NAT at the expense of teaching
III. Practiced the so-called teaching to the test
A. II and III
B. Il only
C. I and III
D. III only
A
A. II and III
47
Q
- Large class size in congested cities is a common problem in our public school system. Which stop gap measure/s has/have schools taken?
- The deployment of more teachers
II. The implementation of 1:1 pupil textbook ratio
Ill. The conduct of morning and afternoon sessions
A. I, II and III
B. I and Il
C. III only
D. II only
A
C. III only
48
Q
- What does the acronym EFA imply to schools?
I. Practice of inclusive education
Il. The stress on the superiority of formal education over that of non-formal
III. The acceptance of exclusive schools for boys or for girls
IV. The promotion of alternative learning systems
A. Il and IV
B. I and II
C. I and III
D. I and IV
A
D. I and IV
49
Q
- Which conclusion can be derived from the case of Teacher Rita described below?
Teacher Rita is the lone teacher in a
stand-alone remote multigrade school. Teacher Rita is the school head, the generalist teacher for all the subjects, the janitor, the secretary, the nurse rolled into one.
A. The geographical location of a school has influence on the role of a teacher.
B. A teacher of a remote school has more problems than that one in an urban setting.
C. A remote school cannot perform as well as a central school.
D. A multigrade school is an indicator of a lack of budget for education.
A
A. The geographical location of a school has influence on the role of a teacher.
50
Q
- Which recent action/s show/s that political factors affect schools as agents of change?
I. The strengthening of the teaching of English in Philippine schools
Il. The introduction of mandated subjects such as Rizal in the curriculum
III. The practice of mainstreaming
IV. The turnover of day care centers room DSWD to DepEd for supervision.
A. I and III
B. I and IV
C. II and III
D. II and IV
A
D. II and IV
51
Q
- In a Muslim area, what will a teacher REFRAIN from doing as she teaches how to cook adobo to her class?
A. She excludes pork from her adobo lesson.
B. She leads the class in a prayer before meals before they partake of the cooked adobo.
C. She exempts the Muslim children from the lesson on cooking adobo.
D. She differentiates the task of the boys from the girls.
A
C. She exempts the Muslim children from the lesson on cooking adobo.
52
Q
- For what main reason are schools as change agents advised to offer courses that industries need?
A. Economic
B. Environmental
C. Political
D. Historical
A
A. Economic
53
Q
- For more efficient and effective management of schools as agents of change, one proposal for the DepED to do is to cluster remote stand-alone schools under one lead school head. Which factor has the strongest influence on this proposal?
A. Political
B. Psychological
C. Historical
D. Geographical
A
D. Geographical
54
Q
- Widespread abuse of Mother Earth prompted schools to teach sustainable development. Which one does this prove about schools?
A. Environmental factors influence the school as an agent of change.
B. Schools can easily integrate sustainable development in their curriculum.
C. The curricula of schools are centered on Mother Earth.
D. Sustainable development cannot be effectively taught in the classrooms.
A
A. Environmental factors influence the school as an agent of change.
55
Q
- Your class has several IP (Indigenous Peoples) children. Which one will facilitate pupils’ learning?
A. Make the IP children feel proud of themselves.
B. Group the class permanently by ethnic origin.
C. Stress the idea that IP children are different from the rest.
D. Make the class feel that more is expected of non-IP children.
A
A. Make the IP children feel proud of themselves.
56
Q
- Teacher Nenita discourages her students to watch TV excessively. The average student spends about twenty-four hours watching television in a week. According to research, how is learning affected by extensive TV viewing?
A. Shorter attention span
B. Enhanced creativity
C. Improved thinking ability
D. Improved communication skills
A
A. Shorter attention span
57
Q
- The failure of independent study with most Filipino students may be attributed to students’
A. high degree of independence
B. high degree of dependence on authority
C. unpreparedness for schooling
D. ambivalence
A
B. high degree of dependence on authority
58
Q
- With an increasing variety of family situations, a teacher needs to
A. be careful not to inadvertently offend some students
B. encourage students to improve their family situations
C. assume that all students want to know a variety of family situations
D. broaden students’ realization of different learning styles
A
A. be careful not to inadvertently offend some students
59
Q
- The adoption of a national language by the 1987 Constitution is designed primarily to
A. do away with colonial mentality
B. officially adopt Tagalog as a national language
C. facilitate communication among diverse linguistic groups
D. counteract elitism
A
C. facilitate communication among diverse linguistic groups
60
Q
- What is the most effective way of modeling high social and academic expectations for all?
A. Explain the need for teachers to have high expectations
B. Encourage internal and external stakeholders to articulate their expectations of the school
C. Demonstrate shared communications to high academic and social expectation.
D. Issue a list of guidelines on how to achieve high performance
A
B. Encourage internal and external stakeholders to articulate their expectations of the school
61
Q
- What characterize a school as a learning community?
I. Shared mission/vision, goals and values
II. Focused on co-curricular activities
III. Commitment to continuous improvement
IV. Centralized governance
V. Collective inquiry into best practices
A. II, III, IV, V
B. I, III, IV, V
C. II, III, IV
D. I, III, V
A
D. I, III, V
62
Q
- Schools aiming to boost student learning work on a/an _________ culture.
A. collaborative
B. indigenous
C. ethnic
D. authoritarian
A
A. collaborative
63
Q
- What is the BEST meaning of collaboration in schools?
A. It is support for the beginning teachers.
B. It is identifying mentors among the experienced teachers.
C. It is working interdependently to analyze professional practice.
D. It is working independently to determine impact of practice.
A
C. It is working interdependently to analyze professional practice.
64
Q
- Which of these statements is the most effective way of communicating the vision-mission statement of the school?
A. Share vision-mission among stakeholders.
B. Form committees to develop and/or revise the vision-mission statement.
C. Align activities, program and projects to the school vision-mission.
D. Memorize the vision-mission statement.
A
C. Align activities, program and projects to the school vision-mission.
65
Q
- Which of the following is NOT a principle of “sustainable development”?
A. Living according to each personal attitude and lifestyle
B. Conservation of the earth’s vitality and diversity
C. Respect and care for the community of life
D. Improvement of quality of life
A
A. Living according to each personal attitude and lifestyle
66
Q
- In 1990, a Congressional Commission to Review and Assess Philippine Education, otherwise known as the EDCOM, was created by a joint resolution of Congress. What are the two principal reasons given by EDCOM for the declining quality of Philippine
A. (1) The country is not investing enough in the education system, and (2) The education establishment is poorly managed.
B. (1) Good teachers leave the country, and (2) The curriculum is crowded.
C. (1) The number of OSY is increasing, and (2) The teachers’ salaries and benefits are not enough,
D. (1) Funds are spent not for the purpose they are intended, and (2) Strict bureaucratic procedures are imposed.
A
A. (1) The country is not investing enough in the education system, and (2) The education establishment is poorly managed.
67
Q
- When enrollment is small in the rural elementary schools two or three grade levels are combined in a class taught by one teacher.
A. special
B. multicultural
C. multigrade
D. indigenous
A
C. multigrade
68
Q
- Which is the most essential characteristic of a Total Quality School model?
A. Clientele-focused
B. Empowerment
C. Involvement of stakeholders
D. Continuous improvement
A
D. Continuous improvement
69
Q
- Which of the following interventions reduces stigma between social status and social selection in the educational system?
A. National Achievement Test
B. Education for All
C. National College Admission Examination
D. Education Service Contracting Scheme
A
D. Education Service Contracting Scheme
70
Q
- John Dewey’s major contributions to the sociological foundations of education are the following EXCEPT ONE. Which is the exception?
A. School is a continuation of home; activities at home continue at school.
B. Education is a social process beginning unconsciously at birth.
C. “True education” is transmission of knowledge from the teacher to the learner.
D. Facilitating education means being aware of the social condition of the learners.
A
C. “True education” is transmission of knowledge from the teacher to the learner.
71
Q
- What theory states that identical instructional environments, methods and resources may be effective for some learners and ineffective for others because of the differences in the learner’s biological and developmental set of characteristics?
A. Learning Style Theory
B. Reading Readiness Theory
C. Multiple Intelligence Theory
D. Emotional Intelligence Theory
A
A. Learning Style Theory
72
Q
- In a school where academic performance is low, which of these alternative actions is LEAST effective?
A. Putting up a functional Educational Management Information System (EMIS)
B. Establishing a well - equipped Learning Management Resource Center (LRC)
C. Upgrading teaching competencies through in - service training
D. Producing support instructional materials
A
A. Putting up a functional Educational Management Information System (EMIS)
73
Q
- Which of these school practices helps create a positive learning climate?
A. Giving recognition or appreciation for teachers/staff accomplishments
B. Giving clear expectations to the academic community
C. Encouraging everyone to participate in accomplishing school goals and objectives
D. Encouraging only the high performing teachers to apply for promotion
A
C. Encouraging everyone to participate in accomplishing school goals and objectives
74
Q
- Arrange the following according to Maslow’s Needs Hierarchy.
I. Peace and comfort
II. Health and safety
III. Self-fulfillment of potential
IV. Recognition and prestige
A. III, II, IV, I
B. II, I, III, IV
C. II, III, I, IV
D. I, II, IV, III
A
D. I, II, IV, III
75
Q
- Which of these is NOT a quality of an engaging learning environment?
A. Open communication among school head, teachers, parents, and students
B. Student-centered learning activities
C. Innovations in enhancing learning for all types of learners
D. Centralized governance
A
D. Centralized governance
76
Q
- Which of these is NOT in Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs?
A. Physiological
B. Performance
C. Socialization
D. Self-actualization
A
B. Performance
77
Q
- Which is NOT among the major targets of the Child-Friendly School System (CFSS)?
A. All school children are friendly.
B. All children 6-12 years old are enrolled in elementary schools.
C. All children complete their elementary education within six years.
D. All grade six students pass the division, regional and national tests.
A
D. All grade six students pass the division, regional and national tests.
78
Q
- Which of the following provisions guarantees accessible education for all?
A. Establish and maintain a system of free public education in the elementary and high school levels.
B. Encourage non-formal, informal and indigenous learning systems, as well as self-learning, independent and out-of-school study programs.
C. Provide and maintain a system of scholarship grants, student loan programs, subsidies, and other incentives.
D. Establish, maintain and support a complete, adequate and integrated system of education relevant to the needs of the people and society.
A
A. Establish and maintain a system of free public education in the elementary and high school levels.
79
Q
- Which of the following can contribute to the provision of quality education?
I. Hire the best teacher applicants from the Division pool.
Il. Provide adequate textbooks and other instructional materials.
IlI. Construct classroom and laboratory rooms.
IV. Maintain sanitary, safe, child-friendly and conducive environment to learning.
A. I, II, IV
В. І, ІІ, III
C. I and III
D. I, II, III and IV
A
D. I, II, III and IV
80
Q
- The vision of basic education in BESRA is to “make every Filipino functionally literate.” Which of the following operationally defines functional literacy?
A. Able to read, write and compute
B. Able to read, write letters, and solve problems
C. Able to read, write, compute and apply these skills in their daily lives
D. Able to read with understanding, write one’s thoughts and compute word problems
A
C. Able to read, write, compute and apply these skills in their daily lives
81
Q
- Which of the following is NOT a domain of the competency-based standards for teachers?
A. Resource Planning
B. Community Linkages
C. Social Regard for Learning
D. Planning, Assessing and Report
A
A. Resource Planning
82
Q
- Special Education celebrates its 100th year as a thrust of DepEd. Meeting the educational needs of gifted students is challenging. Which of these is NOT a specialized program for the gifted?
A. One Curriculum fits-all
B. Learning Clusters
C. Self-directed Learning
D. Honor Classes
A
A. One Curriculum fits-all
83
Q
- Which principle is underscored in the overall efforts of the DepEd to provide assistance and resources for preschool education?
A. The rate of development is unique to each individual.
B. Early development is more critical than later development.
C. Early childhood education is required of primary education.
D. Provision of assistance is expected of the leadership.
A
B. Early development is more critical than later development.
84
Q
- Teachers should be encouraged to teach folk knowledge because
A. this is in keeping with indigenization of the curriculum
B. folk knowledge is crucial in facing the basics of daily living
C. folk knowledge is included in the National Achievement Test
D. teaching folk knowledge is a mandate of DepEd
A
A. this is in keeping with indigenization of the curriculum
85
Q
- Children learn how to open a coconut and other common chores in a coconut farm. In this instance, culture is transmitted by
A. enculturation
B. acculturation
C. immersion
D. assimilation
A
A. enculturation
86
Q
- Which of these activities indicates that teachers value their status as role models?
A. Accomplishing learners’ report card
B. Holding on to their job despite the difficulties
C. Being popular in order to get a promotion
D. Upholding the Code of Ethics
A
D. Upholding the Code of Ethics
87
Q
- Which of these does NOT illustrate equality as a central theme of educational opportunity?
A. Free basic education is provided by the government.
B. Teachers of the same position and length of service receive equal pay.
C. Equity prevails within a given locality since local taxes provide support for schools.
D. Children from diverse backgrounds attend the same school.
A
C. Equity prevails within a given locality since local taxes provide support for schools.
88
Q
- Which of the following statements is NOT true as regards the relationship between social class and social selection system?
A. The social composition of a fourth-year class is similar to that of the first year.
B. The greater number of high school graduates who apply for college entrance examination are from higher-status groups.
C. More children from higher-status groups aim for higher education.
D. Secondary school graduates with higher grades and high family status are more likely to attend better colleges or universities
A
A. The social composition of a fourth-year class is similar to that of the first year.
89
Q
- John Dewey’s major contributions to the sociological foundations of education which are still very much recognized today are the following EXCEPT ONE.
A. “True education” is transmission of knowledge
B. Education is a social process beginning unconsciously at birth.
C. School is a continuation of home; activities at home continue at school.
D. Facilitating education means being aware of the social condition of the child.
A
A. “True education” is transmission of knowledge
90
Q
- In schools, particularly in the lower grades where children come from diverse backgrounds, teachers are expected to use varied approaches effectively. Which approach/es would be appropriate for such diversity?
I. Differentiated teaching approaches
II. A variety of instructional materials
III. Multi-media materials
IV. Multi-lingual approach
A. I, Il and III
B. I and IV
C. IV only
D. I, II, III, and IV
A
A. I, Il and III
91
Q
- Critical thinking in recent years has become a concern in education not only in the Philippines but also the world over. The cognitive, affective and psychomotor components are put to focus. Which of the following competencies clearly distinguish the critical thinker?
I. Estimates and evaluates
Il. Offers opinions and judgments
III. Notes relationships cursorily
IV. Hypothesizes and concludes
A. Il
В. ІІІ
C. I and IV
D. Il and III
A
C. I and IV
92
Q
- Inclusion is a basic right of every Filipino child as mandated in the Philippine Constitution, R.A. 7277 or the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons and EFA 2015. What fundamental changes have to be operationalized in inclusive education?
I. Philosophy of education
II. Relevant curriculum
III. Mainstreaming
IV. Homestudy program
V. Structural organization
A. II, Ill and V
B. I, IV and V
C. I, II, Ill and V
D. II, IV, and V
A
C. I, II, Ill and V
93
Q
- Which of the education provisions are contained in Republic Act 7277 or the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons?
I. Special Education
II. Access to Education
IlI. Rehabilitation Services
IV. Assistance to Disabled Persons
A. I, Il, and III
B. I, II and IV
C. I and II
D. I only
A
B. I, II and IV
94
Q
- An Individual Education Plan (IEP) for a child with disability has to be prepared by the
I. regular and special educators, parents and medical specialists, if available
Il. special education teachers and parents
Ill. special education teachers
IV. psychologist and therapists
A. I only
B. II only
C. IV only
D. Ill and IV
A
A. I only
95
Q
- Which is the best reason for providing early intervention program to children with disabilities, ages 0 to 3 years old?
A. Prevent labeling at an early age
B. Ensure inclusion or enrolment in regular classes
C. Identify strengths and weaknesses for instruction purposes
D. Address developmental lag and prevent acquiring additional disabilities
A
D. Address developmental lag and prevent acquiring additional disabilities
96
Q
- Which of these is a teacher’s acceptable view of change?
A. Change disrupts routine.
B. Change is an opportunity.
C. Change is self-serving.
D. Change rewards initiators.
A
B. Change is an opportunity.
97
Q
- Sixteen-year-old Gian Karlo Dapul of Philippine Science High School won first place in the International Speaking Competition in London conducted by the English-Speaking Union on the theme New Frontiers.
Gian wore a barong tagalog in the competition and in the souvenir photo where he was flanked by 57 student competitors from 34 countries. His speech was titled “Fish Mucus and Foot Fungus.
He started his speech as follows:
When I was in 6th grade, I hated mathematics. You would have, too, if youhad my teacher He would drop huge workbooks on our tables and croak, *30 problems, 50 minutes.” A lot of these problems seemed unsolvable, so we complained. “Sir, there are no answers to these!” But then he’d reply. “To every question there is an answer, to every problem there is a solution. “Gian is an active member of a Boys Choir. He travels with the choir to Austria for the 2008 World Choir Olympics. He sings Bass I. He plays the classical guitar, writes for the school organ; he is an officer of the Student Council, a member of the debating learned and drama club of his school.
Which of the intelligences BEST characterizes Gian Dapul?
A. Verbal/linguistic/rhythmic
B. Bodily/Kinesthetic/logical
C. Spatial/visual/naturalistic
D. Mathematical/musical/interpersonal
A
A. Verbal/linguistic/rhythmic
98
Q
- Which of the learner-centered psychological principles were not considered by the mathematics teacher when he gave the class “30problems in 50 minutes.”
I. Cognitive and Metacognitive
II. Motivational and Affective
III. Developmental and Social
V. Individual Difference Factors
V. Standards and Assessment
A. I, II, III, IV
B. I, II, and III
C. II, III, IV, V
D. I, Il, and IV
A
A. I, II, III, IV
99
Q
- Which of the following topics may be the focus of discussion for INSET so as the act committed by the mathematics teacher can be avoided?
A. Facilitating learning and four A’s
B. Measuring quantity and quality of Learning
C. Curriculum development and assessment of learning
D. Reflective teaching and strategic thinking
A
A. Facilitating learning and four A’s
100
Q
- What trait/characteristic specified by the Philippine Constitution as output of school learning, did Gian demonstrate when he wore a barong tagalog in the contest?
A. He has a strong national identity.
B. He wants to be different.
C. He has a sense of patriotism.
D. He wants to show the national costume.
A
A. He has a strong national identity.
101
Q
- Gian ended his speech, to wit: Eventually I realized that my math teacher was right when he said, “To every question there is an answer, to every problem, there is a solution.” Which statement affirmed his aptitude for a science career?
A. We just have to go looking for the right answer.
B. Someday there will be answers to unsolved problems.
С. We have to discover new solutions.
D. Someday we will expand horizons for research.
A
С. We have to discover new solutions.
102
Q
- The Council for the Welfare of Children, with the National Early Childhood Care and Development Coordinating Council passed a resolution approving the Guidelines in selecting Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) learning materials for 0-6-year-old children. The DepED, DSWD, DOH, and private individuals who are ECCD experts composed the evaluation committee of the ECCD materials. Which are NOT considered ECCD leaming materials?
A. Workbooks for children below five years old
B. Children’s books that are skills- and value-oriented
C. Toys that maybe hand-made, commercially manufactured or in their natural state
D. Songs, art and craft materials for children to express themselves
A
C. Toys that maybe hand-made, commercially manufactured or in their natural state
103
Q
- The Field Study Courses and Practice Teaching in the Revised Policies and Standards for Undergraduate Teacher Education Curriculum, stipulated by CHED Memorandum Order No. 30, s. 2004 are labeled as Experiential Learning. They are intended to provide students with practical learning experiences in actual school settings. Which national document provides the mandate for the Basic Education Schools as laboratories for internship program?
A. Medium Term Philippine Development Plan, 2004-2010
B. Education For All, 2000-2015
C. Child-Friendly Schools, 2000-2008
D. School-Based Management, 2004-2008
A
A. Medium Term Philippine Development Plan, 2004-2010
104
Q
- Which of the following statements about the school accurately reflects a strong school culture?
I. Has informal rules of behavior
Il. Maintains a network of communicators
III. Possesses definite organizational core values
IV. Sets high standards of performance
A. I, II, III, and IV
B. I, II, and III
C. II, III, and IV
D. I, III, and IV
A
C. II, III, and IV
105
Q
- When enrollees cannot be accommodated in the public schools due to lack of teachers and classrooms, they are referred to the private schools under the
A. Study-Now-Pay Later Plan
B. Adopt-a-School Program
C. Educational Service Contracting Scheme
D. Tutorial Program
A
C. Educational Service Contracting Scheme
106
Q
- The Department of Education authorizes contributions in schools but not during enrolment. Which is NOT an authorized contribution?
A. Boy Scouts of the Philippines membership fee
B. Philippine National Red Cross fee
C. School Organization Fee
D. Girl Scouts of the Philippine membership fee
A
C. School Organization Fee
107
Q
- The Philippine Educational System was established on January 21, 1901through Education Act of 1901. With the issuance of the Act, President McKinley instructed the Philippine Commission to have English as the common language of the people. The main reason for the one-language policy is to
A. promote English as a universal language
B. acknowledge that English is the language of business, science and technology and higher education
C. unify the regions since a great number of languages were spoken throughout the country
D. propagate the use of English as the language of the American occupying the Philippines during the time
A
D. propagate the use of English as the language of the American occupying the Philippines during the time
108
Q
- The Department of Education collaborates with other partner government institutions, the academe and the private sectors in delivering its various services.
With what agency or sector does DepED collaborate for preschool education concerns?
I. Private schools
II. LGUS
II. Religious organizations
IV. DSWD
A. IV only
B. I and Il
C. I, II, and III
D. Il and IV
A
D. Il and IV
109
Q
- Assigning teachers in their own barangay, municipality or province is a consideration of economic and cultural factors in the educational system. R.A. 8190 provides that in the appointment or assignment of teachers to public elementary or secondary schools, priority shall begiven to bona fi de residents of the barangay, municipality, city or province where the school is located, provided, that the teacher possesses all the minimum qualifications for the position as required by law. Under RA8190 a bona fi de resident is a teacher who has resided in a particular barangay, municipality, city or province where the school is located for a period of at least
prior to appointment.
A. three months
B. six months
C. six years
D. three months
A
B. six months
110
Q
- Batas Pambansa Blg. 232, otherwise known as the Education Act of 1982is a framework for the establishment of an integrated system of education relevant to the goals of national development. Likewise, it declares the rights of the educational community.
Who comprise the educational community?
A. Parents, Students, Teachers, School Administrators
B. Schools, Community, Non-Teaching Personnel, Teachers
C. LGUs, Students, Parents, NGOs
D. Teachers, NGOs, Public Schools, Private Schools
A
A. Parents, Students, Teachers, School Administrators
111
Q
- Which are the desired outcomes of a Child-friendly School Systems (CFSS)?
I. Children who are healthy, free from exploitation and violence
Il. Children who are aware of their rights and have opportunities to realize them
III. Children who are protect themselves and develop their full potential
A. I only
B. Ill only
C. I, II and III
D. Il and III
A
C. I, II and III
112
Q
- To create an environment within the school that is conducive to teaching and learning the school may
A. authorize stakeholders to manage the school
B. provide tangible resources to staff to assist in school improvement process
C. develop decision - making teams
D. communicate and facilitate participation in school-based management
A
D. communicate and facilitate participation in school-based management
113
Q
- There is high level of collaboration and communication in a school community when
A. parents and community members are provided with a variety of volunteer activities
B. teachers and students work together in the implementation of community projects
C. structure and time for collaboration are determined and allocated
D. there is regular use of varied means of communication
A
D. there is regular use of varied means of communication
114
Q
- On which theory is Teacher A’s practice of conducting her lessons in a way that her students are taught to discover and perceive new relationships for insight and understanding based?
A. Cognitive theory
B. Humanist theory
C. Behaviorist theory
D. Physiological theory
A
A. Cognitive theory
115
Q
- Teacher L gives his students opportunities to be creative because of his conviction that much learning results from the need to express creativity. On which theory is Teacher L’s conviction anchored?
A. Humanist
B. Cognitive
C. Behaviorist
D. Associationist
A
A. Humanist
116
Q
- The “Paaralan sa Bawa’t Barangay” takes its roots in the establishment ofone primary school in every municipality as mandated by _________.
A. The Educational Decree of 1863
C. The Educational Act of 1982
B. The Education Act of 1901
D. The Education Act of 477
A
A. The Educational Decree of 1863
117
Q
- Which move liberalized access to education during the Spanish period?
A. The establishment of at least one primary school for boys and girls in each municipality
B. The hiring of tribal tutors to teach children
C. The provision of vocational training for school age children
D. The education of illiterate parents
A
A. The establishment of at least one primary school for boys and girls in each municipality
118
Q
- Which was perceived to be contrary to the democratized access to education?
A. The granting of scholarships to a selected few
B. The “Study-Now-Pay-Later” Plan
C. The giving of the National college Entrance Examinations (NCEE)
D. The imposition on moratorium on pro-poor courses
A
C. The giving of the National college Entrance Examinations (NCEE)
119
Q
- Religious and moral education are to the Spanish period as _____ is/are to the Japanese period.
A. love for work and dignity of labor
B. love of country
C. duties of citizenship and avocation
D. vocational skills
A
A. love for work and dignity of labor
120
Q
- If today we have an oversupply of teachers in the country, in the past we had a shortage. When did we have a shortage of teachers?
A. In 1901 when a highly centralized public school was established
B. In 1863 when primary schooling was made compulsory
C. In 1943 when the Japanese created the Military of Education
D. In the 70’s when teachers sought for greener pasture abroad
A
A. In 1901 when a highly centralized public school was established
121
Q
- Complete this analogy:
Spanish period: moral and religious person
American:
A. patriotic citizen
B. caring citizen
C. productive citizen
D. self-reliant citizen
A
A. patriotic citizen
122
Q
- Which is a characteristic of education during the pre-Spanish era?
A. Structured
В. Informal
C. Religion-oriented
D. Vocational training-oriented
A
В. Informal
123
Q
- Which program is DepEd’s vehicle in mobilizing support from the private and non-government sectors to support programs based on DepEd’s assistance packages?
A. Adopt-A-School-Program
B. Child-Friendly-School System
C. Brigada School Program
D. Every Child A Reader Program
A
A. Adopt-A-School-Program
124
Q
- Which DepEd test do out-of-school youths and adults take to enable them to enroll in college if they pass it?
A. Accreditation and Equivalency Test
B. National Achievement
C. National Secondary Achievement Test
D. National College Entrance Examination
A
A. Accreditation and Equivalency Test
125
Q
- The then National College Entrance Examination (NCEE) was abolished because it was perceived to be _____.
А. against the democratization of access to education
B. not supportive of the production of quality manpower for the country
C. highly expensive for it was given to a huge number of high school graduates
D. culturally biased against the marginalized citizens
A
А. against the democratization of access to education
126
Q
- The following are characteristics of a child-friendly school EXCEPT _____.
A. exclusive
B. child-centered
C. gender-sensitive
D. not discriminating
A
A. exclusive
127
Q
- Can parents pass on their duty to educate their children to the school, especially if they are illiterate?
A. No, parents have the primary duty to educate their children.
B. Yes, because parents did not go through formal training for the education of their children.
C. It depends on the condition of parents.
D. It depends on the condition of children
A
A. No, parents have the primary duty to educate their children.
128
Q
- What could be an appropriate research approach to determine the factors that contribute to school effectiveness?
A. Compare the achievement scores of students from the urban centers with those from the rural areas.
B. Introduce an intervention program in schools consistently performing low in national assessment tests.
C. Conduct an inventory of instructional resources being used in all schools.
D. Establish benchmarks from a case study of a school that is consistently topping the national examinations.
A
D. Establish benchmarks from a case study of a school that is consistently topping the national examinations.
129
Q
- Accreditation programs are among the ways of ensuring quality in education. The most important criterion in accreditation is
A. assessment based on the school’s philosophy, mission/vision, resources and student achievement.
B. assessment of the school’s corporate climate
C. training of a chosen sample of teachers, staff, school administrators from various sectors for accreditations procedures
D. volunteerism on the part of the school asking for accreditation
A
A. assessment based on the school’s philosophy, mission/vision, resources and student achievement.
130
Q
- Spartan education provided much attention and time for the art of war and the training of soldier-citizens. Hence, the Spartan curricula consisted of military exercises in services for the state. Athenian education, on the other hand stressed individual excellence, hence aimed to provide _____.
A. moral training and emphasized virtues to develop personality
В. learners with training in harsh discipline
C. full-rounded development to fight as soldiers
D. control of training of children
A
A. moral training and emphasized virtues to develop personality
131
Q
- The following are moves of the government to democratize access to education EXCEPT one. Which is the exception?
A. Opening of barangay high schools
B. Implementation of Philippine Equivalency Placement test
C. In-service training for teachers
D. Employment of para-teachers
A
C. In-service training for teachers
132
Q
- Accrediting the Madrasah is government’s move towards _____.
A. democratizing access to education
B. improving the quality of education
C. meeting the manpower needs of the country
D. promoting science and technology, culture and sports
A
A. democratizing access to education
133
Q
- With equitable access to basic education in mind, which does NOT belong to the group?
A. Establishment of state colleges
B. Increase of scholarship and loan grants
C. Mobile teachers
D. Non-formal education programs
A
A. Establishment of state colleges
134
Q
- Which is a CORRECT statement on service contracting scheme?
A. It increases access to education.
B. It works against quality education.
C. It discriminates against private schools.
D. It is not cost-effective.
A
A. It increases access to education.
135
Q
- Which one works against the improvement of quality education?
A. Deregulation of tuition fees
B. Voluntary accreditation
C. School working in isolation from community and industry
D. Identification of centers of excellence/centers of development
A
C. School working in isolation from community and industry
136
Q
- From the Households and School Matching Survey (HSMS) conducted in1982, it was found out that school factors have less influence on learning when compared to community and home background variables. Which is one implication of this finding?
A. The school needs to strengthen its partnership with parents and community.
B. The school must focus on mastery learning.
C. DECS should work for 1:1 child-book ratio.
D. DECS must create more teacher items.
A
A. The school needs to strengthen its partnership with parents and community.
137
Q
- Which one is an alternative learning delivery system where an itinerant teacher, with the use of modules, teaches a small group of pupils for a week then moves to another community the next week?
A. Tent school
B. Mobile teacher
C. Para-teacher
D. Multi-grade
A
B. Mobile teacher
138
Q
- The alternative learning delivery system used throughout the country has the following characteristics EXCEPT they
A. are indigenous
B. require linkage with various resources
C. stick to traditional schooling
D. are non-formal
A
C. stick to traditional schooling
139
Q
- A student passes a book report poorly written but ornately presented in a folder to make up for the poor quality of the book report content. Which practice does this point to?
A. Substance over “porma”
B. Art over academics
C. Art over science
D. “Porma” over substance
A
D. “Porma” over substance
140
Q
- Which refers to the trait of practicing conflicting values in different venues and with different social groups?
A. Procrastination
B. “Kanya-kanya” mentality
C. Crab- mentality
D. Split-personality
A
D. Split-personality
141
Q
- After having been humiliated by Teacher A, Student B evaluates that teacher very poorly despite Teacher A’s good teaching performance. Which trait is illustrated by Student B’s behavior?
A. Rationalism
B. Personalism
C. Impersonalism
D. Particularism
A
B. Personalism
142
Q
- Student C says “bahala na” and braves the storm for a test. In this situation which is expressed by the student’s “bahala na”?
A. Willingness to take risks
B. Lack of self-reliance
C. Indolence
D. Lack of foresight
A
A. Willingness to take risks
143
Q
- A father used to tell her daughter “You are a woman. You are meant for the home and so for you, going to school is not necessary.” Is the father correct?
A. No, there is such a thing as gender equality in education.
B. Yes, because women are meant to be mothers.
C. It depends on the place where the daughter and father live.
D. No, today there are a lot of women who do the job of men.
A
A. No, there is such a thing as gender equality in education.
144
Q
- Despite opposition from some school officials, DepED has continuously enforce: the “no collection of fees” policy during enrolment period for public schools. Is this policy in accordance with EFA goals?
A. No, it violates the mandate of quality education.
B. Yes, it supports equitable access to basic education.
C. Yes, it somewhat eliminates gender disparities.
D. No, it does not support parent or adult education.
A
B. Yes, it supports equitable access to basic education.
145
Q
- It is said that some private schools employ teachers without license. Is that in accordance with the Philippine Teachers’ Professionalization Act?
A. Yes, provided the teacher has at least five years of teaching experience.
B. Yes, the Teachers’ Professionalization Act applies only to teachers in government schools.
C. No, the license as a requirement for teaching applies to teachers in both public and private schools.
D. No, except if the teacher has very satisfactory performance continuously in the past five years.
A
C. No, the license as a requirement for teaching applies to teachers in both public and private schools.
146
Q
- Is there a legal basis for increasing the teachers’ starting salary to P18,000 a month?
A. Yes, the Philippine Constitution.
B. No, it is simply an act of benevolence.
C. Yes, R.A. 7836.
D. No, it is a gift from Congress for teachers.
A
A. Yes, the Philippine Constitution.
147
Q
- A high school graduate was refused admission to a university on the grounds that he failed the admission test. The student insisted that he had the right to be admitted and the act was a violation of his right to education. Was the student CORRECT?
A. No, the university may refuse the student in its exercise of academic freedom.
B. Yes, education is everyone’s right.
C. Yes, especially if he belongs to the Indigenous Peoples’ group.
D. No, if the university is exclusively for girls.
A
A. No, the university may refuse the student in its exercise of academic freedom.
148
Q
- As provided for in the Education Act of 1982, how are the institutions of learning encouraged to set higher standards of quality over the minimum required for state recognition?
A. Academic freedom
B. Continuing Professional Education
C. Granting of Special Permit
D. Voluntary accreditation
A
D. Voluntary accreditation
149
Q
- Back to the Basics” movement was launched by the then DECS, now DepEd, not only to upgrade pupil achievement but also to
A. emphasize the importance of the 3Rs
B. encourage pupils to study
C. serve as the basis for a learning continuum
D. develop thinking skills
A
A. emphasize the importance of the 3Rs
150
Q
- According to Plato, “the best life is one of contemplation of eternal truths”. What is an application of this thought in the classroom?
A. Make students and teachers reflect on their learning
B. Take reflective students as antisocial and unmotivated
C. Emphasize on the use of the five senses
D. Begin classes with a prayer
A
A. Make students and teachers reflect on their learning
151
Q
- The highest happiness is the contemplative use of the mind”, said Plato. Therefore, let us give more opportunities for our students to do _____.
A. Introspection
B. Cooperative learning
C. Social interaction
D. Role playing
A
A. Introspection
152
Q
- Mencius believed that all people were born good. This thought on the innate goodness of people makes it easier to _____ our pupils
A. motivate
B. respect
C. like
D. teach
A
D. teach
153
Q
- Teacher Maria sees to it that her classroom is clean and orderly so her pupils will less likely disarrange seats and litter on the floor. On which thought is her action based?
A. Behaviorism
B. Existentialism
C. Progressivism
D. Reconstructionism
A
A. Behaviorism
154
Q
- Teacher Sally is of the thinking that from the very start students must be made to realize that study is indeed hard work. To which philosophy does Teacher Sally adhere?
A. Progressivism
B. Perennialism
C. Essentialism
D. Reconstructionism
A
C. Essentialism
155
Q
- If your students appear to be more interested in a topic outside your planned lesson for the day, you set aside your lesson plan for that day and take the opportunity to discuss the topic of particular interest to your students. Strike the iron while it is hot! Which philosophy governs your action?
A. Existentialism
B. Rationalism
C. Empiricism
D. Progressivism
A
D. Progressivism
156
Q
- “Specialization is knowing more and more about less and less”. Then it is better to be a generalist, claims Teacher Lani. On which philosophy does Teacher Lani lean?
A. Perennialism
B. Progressivism
C. Essentialism
D. Existentialism
A
A. Perennialism
157
Q
- In a faculty development program, the teachers were asked what schools should do to help develop the learners. The responses of the teachers could be grouped. into five:
Group 1- Schools should go back to the basics; they should teach the 3R’s.
Group 2- Schools should develop in the students’ appreciation of the humanities. This way, they become highly rational and moral.
Group 3- Schools should help develop students to become enlightened and intelligent citizens of a democratic society.
Group 4- Schools should teach students to make responsible choices and be made accountable for such choices.
Group 5- Schools should develop in the students the ability to adapt to a changing world
What can be said of teachers in Group 1? The group adheres to _____education.
A. an essentialist
B. a reconstructionist
C. a progressivist
D. a perennialist
A
A. an essentialist
158
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- In a faculty development program, the teachers were asked what schools should do to help develop the learners. The responses of the teachers could be grouped. into five:
Group 1- Schools should go back to the basics; they should teach the 3R’s.
Group 2- Schools should develop in the students’ appreciation of the humanities. This way, they become highly rational and moral.
Group 3- Schools should help develop students to become enlightened and intelligent citizens of a democratic society.
Group 4- Schools should teach students to make responsible choices and be made accountable for such choices.
Group 5- Schools should develop in the students the ability to adapt to a changing world
To what educational philosophy does Group 2 adhere?
A. essentialism
B. progressivism
C. perennialism
D. reconstructionism
A
C. perennialism
159
Q
- In a faculty development program, the teachers were asked what schools should do to help develop the learners. The responses of the teachers could be grouped. into five:
Group 1- Schools should go back to the basics; they should teach the 3R’s.
Group 2- Schools should develop in the students’ appreciation of the humanities. This way, they become highly rational and moral.
Group 3- Schools should help develop students to become enlightened and intelligent citizens of a democratic society.
Group 4- Schools should teach students to make responsible choices and be made accountable for such choices.
Group 5- Schools should develop in the students the ability to adapt to a changing world
To what educational philosophy does Group 3 adhere?
A. Progressivism
B. Behaviorism
C. Reconstructionism
D. Existentialism
A
A. Progressivism
