Questions from FTCE website Flashcards
What type of curriculum is a teacher using when students are confronted with a
scenario and asked to generate hypotheses and solutions?
A. program-based
B. concept-based
C. computer-based
D. problem-based
problem-based
An instructional strategy in which students work in small, peer-assisted groups is A. intentional teaching. B. project teaching. C. experimental learning. D. cooperative learning.
cooperative learning
When a teacher reads aloud to students, which of the following strategies is the teacher using? A. modeled reading B. shared reading C. interactive reading D. guided reading
modeled reading
An elementary mathematics teacher uses the phrase “My dear Aunt Sally” to teach
the order of operations. This phrase is an example of a
A. mnemonic device.
B. review device.
C. clarifying tip.
D. summarizing tip.
mnemonic device
According to Bloom’s taxonomy, what is the lowest level of question in the
cognitive domain that the teacher could use?
A. comprehension
B. knowledge
C. application
D. analysis
knowledge
To ensure that ALL students are aware of the assignments required for a
semester-long chemistry class, the teacher should
A. create a course outline and distribute a hard copy to each student.
B. mail a letter to each parent, outlining the assignments and when they are due.
C. post the assignments on the school Web site so each student can access the
information.
D. write the assignments on the board and ask students to copy them on their
paper.
create a course outline and distribute a hard copy to each student.
A student is capable of completing assignments but often lacks the motivation to
do so. Which strategy would address the problem directly?
A. creating an academic contract between the student and teacher
B. giving additional credit for class participation and attendance
C. monitoring the student closely during class
D. sending weekly progress reports to parents
creating an academic contract between the student and teacher
Which of the following is an example of a teacher employing a nonverbal
communication strategy?
A. granting a student a special trip to the media center for good work
B. having one student explain a mathematics problem to another
C. using a calm voice with two students involved in a heated argument
D. using enthusiastic hand and eye gestures to introduce a unit on Florida history
D. using enthusiastic hand and eye gestures to introduce a unit on Florida history
To ensure that a new student feels welcome, the teacher should
A. ask the new student to introduce himself and tell about himself.
B. assign a responsible peer buddy to assist the new student.
C. introduce the new student to the class briefly and move on.
D. send home a class newsletter announcing the new student.
B. assign a responsible peer buddy to assist the new student.
Which of the following situations is the best example of a teacher promoting a
climate of openness, respect, and inquiry in the classroom?
A. creating interest centers and interest groups in the classroom
B. establishing a variety of levels of instruction in the learning environment
C. developing curriculum that is consistent with students’ interests
D. promoting student cultures that are studied, shared, and celebrated
D. promoting student cultures that are studied, shared, and celebrated
A beginning teacher notices that students are having difficulty mastering the
properties of light on a science test. The best next step for the teacher to take
would be
A. readministering the same test.
B. seeking input from a peer teacher.
C. grading the test on a higher curve.
D. continuing to the next topic.
B. seeking input from a peer teacher.
In a community-centered approach to teaching, a teacher plans classroom activities that require students to A. work independent of one another. B. determine individual learning goals. C. assist others in solving problems. D. post their progress publicly.
C. assist others in solving problems.
A teacher has students use their background information to make predictions
about a story. This lesson would most likely be representative of a(an)
A. knowledge-centered environment.
B. learner-centered environment.
C. assessment-centered environment.
D. teacher-centered environment.
B. learner-centered environment.
During the introduction of a new mathematics lesson, several students appear
uninterested in the lesson. To determine if the behavior is content related, the
teacher should
A. send the students to the office.
B. redirect student behavior.
C. ask students concept questions.
D. give students a written quiz.
C. ask students concept questions.
A math teacher is in the initial stages of planning a unit. The teacher realizes
homework will play an important role in student success. The teacher examines
the following research table that displays the effectiveness of various approaches
to assessing homework assignments. What approach to assigning homework will
have the greatest positive impact on student performance?
Research Results for Graded Homework
Use of Homework Average Effect Size Percentile Gain
Graded with Feedback .85 30
Graded .75 27
Reviewed in class .27 12
Checked for Completion .23 10
A. assigning homework daily and reviewing the problems on the board
B. assigning select problems and grading them with specific feedback
C. assigning the odd number problems and grading them every night
D. assigning homework daily and monitoring the class for completion
B. assigning select problems and grading them with specific feedback
Students are given a demanding task and then asked to respond to that task
orally, in writing, or by constructing a product. This type of evaluation is a(an)
A. portfolio assessment.
B. performance assessment.
C. formative assessment.
D. open-ended assessment.
B. performance assessment.
Which of the following assessments would be best for comparing a student’s
knowledge with that of other students in the same grade level?
A. teacher-made
B. norm-referenced
C. performance-based
D. content-referenced
B. norm-referenced
A 4th-grade team analyzes student test scores from the beginning and the end of
the school year to determine whether to continue using the current core reading
curriculum. Which of the following is the best type of assessment to use for this
purpose?
A. cognitive
B. qualitative
C. summative
D. formative
C. summative
A student appears to be struggling with a reading subskill after initial instruction.
The teacher wants to find out what component of reading is hindering
comprehension. Which of the following assessments would best aid the teacher?
A. screening
B. diagnostic
C. progress monitoring
D. outcome measure
B. diagnostic
Which of the following would help a teacher identify reasons why a student is misbehaving in class? A. anecdotal records B. attendance summaries C. discipline referrals D. student grades
A. anecdotal records
After attending a reading workshop, a teacher realizes that the current reading
strategies are not improving student academic achievement. The most appropriate
next step is to
A. align classroom activities with the school improvement plan.
B. ask a grade-level team member for help.
C. correlate reading strategies with the district curriculum checklist.
D. request assistance from a reading coach.
D. request assistance from a reading coach.
A teacher would like to encourage parents and guardians to be involved in their
students’ education. Which of the following strategies is the best way for the
teacher to encourage diverse parents and guardians to come to the classroom for
a cultural activity?
A. Writing an article for the school newsletter asking parents and guardians to
drop in at their convenience to discuss ideas on a cultural activity.
B. Displaying posters inviting parents and guardians to meet with the teacher
after school to plan a cultural activity for the class.
C. Having students write a personal invitation inviting parents and guardians to
attend a cultural activity during school.
D. Asking the principal to develop a school wide cultural activity to be held in the
evening for students and their parents and guardians.
C.Having students write a personal invitation inviting parents and guardians to
attend a cultural activity during school.
When a student with a large bruise on their face is questioned by the teacher, the
student says that they fell at home while playing. Having previously noticed
bruises on the student, the teacher suspects that the child is being abused. The
teacher is required by law to contact the
A. abuse hotline.
B. guidance counselor.
C. school administration.
D. social worker.
A. abuse hotline.
When parents request copies of software to use at home with their children, a teacher should consult A. acceptable use policy. B. school technology plan. C. site license guidelines. D. software use procedures.
C. site license guidelines.
