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EC-12 PPR (160) EXAM PRACTICE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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EC-12 PPR (160) EXAM PRACTICE QUESTIONS& ANSWERS
Which of the following rationales would a supporter of block scheduling provide to convince
others to support organizational structure? Correct Ans-Students' time in quality learning
situations is increased.
Because block scheduling gives students longer periods so that they are able to spend more
time in quality learning situations.
During a unit of study, a teacher uses books, artwork, and posters from different countries. For
the culminating activity, the teacher invites members of the local community from diverse
backgrounds to talk to the students about their experiences related to the unit. The teacher is
most likely trying to Correct Ans-Promote students' cultural awareness
Because the teacher is trying to take every opportunity to reach all students and help them
make a connection to their various cultures
Which of the following instructional practices best ensures that a teacher structures the
learning environment to address the needs of diverse students? Correct Ans-differentiation
Because research shows that students learn better when lessons are tailored to their ability and
learning style. Accommodating different ability levels within the class provides a positive
learning environment for all students.
Which of the following approaches is best for a teacher to take to increase students' awareness
about local cultures? Correct Ans-Inviting community members to discuss their cultures
Because involving community members is a great way to showcase the unique local cultures
and encourage ethnocentric education within the classroom
, A social studies teacher is planning a unit for National Hispanic Heritage Month. Which of the
following activities will best engage kinesthetic learners? Correct Ans-Creating masks like
those traditionally used in the Ponce Carnival in Puerto Rico
Because it allows students to work with their hands which is appealing for a kinesthetic learner
Which of the following approaches is the most effective way for a new teacher to improve
implementation of a recently adopted curriculum? Correct Ans-Inviting another teacher to
observe several lessons and give feedback
Because peer observation is the most effective way for teachers to get an objective view of their
teaching and make needed changes in their teaching strategies
In a science class that includes English Language Learners (ELLs), a teacher encourages all
students to monitor their own level of understanding by having them take notes in their journal
as they read assigned texts. What is the primary purpose of teaching ELLs in particular the skill
of learning how to monitor understanding? Correct Ans-Promoting the students' ability to
adjust their thinking as needed
Because by writing notes in their journals about what they are reading, the students are
deploying metacognitive skills
Which of the following strategies best supports a teacher's goal to incorporate critical thinking
skills into language arts lessons ? Correct Ans-Creating a forum for students to debate points
of view
Because a debate allows students to analyze arguments, claims, evidence, which strengthens
critical thinking skills
Which of the following activities best supports improving middle school students' engagement
in experiements during science class? Correct Ans-Conducting debriefing activities where
students discuss the validity and implications of the experiments
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