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PPR Exam Preparation Version 1 Newest With Complete
Questions And Correct Detailed Answers| Brand New Version!
A high-school English teacher has selected a daily objective which
states, "Students will demonstrate an understanding of tone and
theme in poetry." Which of the following assessments would be
appropriate to use with this objective? - ANSWERS--reading a poem
independently and making annotation marks to explain the tone and
theme
A mathematics teacher gives her class a two-question clicker quiz at
the end of each class period and tabulates their answers according to
their mathematical understanding, misconceptions, and error
patterns. If her goal is improvement in her students' mathematical
proficiency, her best use of the data would be to use it to -
ANSWERS--inform upcoming instructional strategies.
According to Maslow's theory of the hierarchy of needs, a person
cannot achieve a sense of belonging without first: - ANSWERS--
having their safety needs met.
which of the following classroom practices best models Eric Erikson's
behavioral theory? - ANSWERS--Students are given differentiated
assignments that allow them to succeed often.
An elementary school noticed students were coming to school
hungry and having difficulty focusing on classroom activities before
lunch. The school put in place free breakfast for all students at the
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beginning of each day and saw a great improvement in student
ability as a result. Which of the following learning theorist's ideas
does this example best reflect? - ANSWERS--Maslow (hierarchy of
needs)
Students in Mr. Miller's class are given stickers for high grades and
positive behavior, while they lose recess time and must redo poor
work or practice better behavior if needed. This is an example of
which theorist's ideas? - ANSWERS--Watson: watsons theory is based
on rewards and punishments
operant conditioning: - ANSWERS--Skinner
operant conditioning is: - ANSWERS--method of learning that occurs
through rewards and punishments for behavior. The point system
offers a reward for good behavior and no reward for bad behavior.
Mr. House has a behavior board in his second-grade class. At the end
of the day, students get a 1-5 (5 being the best) score based on their
behavior for the day. If the student has 23 points or higher at the end
of the week, they will earn a reward; if they have less than 23 points,
they will not. Which of the following theories does this technique
reflect? - ANSWERS--operant conditioning
Stages of development ERICKSON: - ANSWERS--people must pass
through eight life stages in order to fulfill their own potential. Failure
to complete any phase will hinder their ability to continue growth
with success.
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interactionist - ANSWERS--Assumes that actions can be explained by
analyzing the factors around the child. They think that growth occurs
during the interaction between the child and society, and by studying
all the factors, it is possible to understand and conceivably alter
behavior by altering the various factors.
interventionist - ANSWERS--Assumes people need external
stimulation to guide behavior. Opposite of non-interventionists.
non-interventionist - ANSWERS--Assumes people are naturally
striving to be good and they want to improve, and thus the teacher
does not need to intervene regarding behavior issues because the
child is trying to improve. believe that adults need to allow children
as much room as they need so they can grow and improve naturally
on their own.
Hierarchy of needs: - ANSWERS--Learning theory developed by
Maslow - In order for people to meet their full potential they must
meet a series of needs.
A teacher wants to require students to purchase a novel for an
assigned reading. Which of the following is the most appropriate
source for the teacher to check whether requiring the purchase is
allowable? - ANSWERS--Texas Education Code
A student qualifies for special education services, and the student
needs an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Which THREE of the
following people must be involved in developing the plan? -
ANSWERS--Sped teacher-school admin- gen ed teacher
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Horizontal Teaming - ANSWERS--comprised of members from
different content areas: but they are all on the same grade level
Vertical Teaming - ANSWERS--vertical team is comprised of members
from different grade levels who meet to share ideas and fine tune
their curriculum.
A sixth-grade teacher wants to have a better understanding of what
students will be expected to know when they leave fifth grade and
when they enter seventh grade. The committee type that will best
help this teacher is - ANSWERS--vertical teaming
Which of the following is the best way for a teacher to improve
personal knowledge of technology use in the classroom? - ANSWERS-
-Collaborating with district technology-support personnel
Which THREE of the following topics are most appropriate for a
beginning teacher to discuss with a mentor? - ANSWERS--The
school's attendance and tardiness policies
Clarification of a topic discussed at a staff meeting
Methods for starting after-school tutoring for struggling students
To best help parents from culturally diverse backgrounds actively
participate in school, a teacher should - ANSWERS--explain to
parents how to join a parent organization.
PPR Exam Preparation Version 1 Newest With Complete
Questions And Correct Detailed Answers| Brand New Version!
A high-school English teacher has selected a daily objective which
states, "Students will demonstrate an understanding of tone and
theme in poetry." Which of the following assessments would be
appropriate to use with this objective? - ANSWERS--reading a poem
independently and making annotation marks to explain the tone and
theme
A mathematics teacher gives her class a two-question clicker quiz at
the end of each class period and tabulates their answers according to
their mathematical understanding, misconceptions, and error
patterns. If her goal is improvement in her students' mathematical
proficiency, her best use of the data would be to use it to -
ANSWERS--inform upcoming instructional strategies.
According to Maslow's theory of the hierarchy of needs, a person
cannot achieve a sense of belonging without first: - ANSWERS--
having their safety needs met.
which of the following classroom practices best models Eric Erikson's
behavioral theory? - ANSWERS--Students are given differentiated
assignments that allow them to succeed often.
An elementary school noticed students were coming to school
hungry and having difficulty focusing on classroom activities before
lunch. The school put in place free breakfast for all students at the
,2|Page
beginning of each day and saw a great improvement in student
ability as a result. Which of the following learning theorist's ideas
does this example best reflect? - ANSWERS--Maslow (hierarchy of
needs)
Students in Mr. Miller's class are given stickers for high grades and
positive behavior, while they lose recess time and must redo poor
work or practice better behavior if needed. This is an example of
which theorist's ideas? - ANSWERS--Watson: watsons theory is based
on rewards and punishments
operant conditioning: - ANSWERS--Skinner
operant conditioning is: - ANSWERS--method of learning that occurs
through rewards and punishments for behavior. The point system
offers a reward for good behavior and no reward for bad behavior.
Mr. House has a behavior board in his second-grade class. At the end
of the day, students get a 1-5 (5 being the best) score based on their
behavior for the day. If the student has 23 points or higher at the end
of the week, they will earn a reward; if they have less than 23 points,
they will not. Which of the following theories does this technique
reflect? - ANSWERS--operant conditioning
Stages of development ERICKSON: - ANSWERS--people must pass
through eight life stages in order to fulfill their own potential. Failure
to complete any phase will hinder their ability to continue growth
with success.
,3|Page
interactionist - ANSWERS--Assumes that actions can be explained by
analyzing the factors around the child. They think that growth occurs
during the interaction between the child and society, and by studying
all the factors, it is possible to understand and conceivably alter
behavior by altering the various factors.
interventionist - ANSWERS--Assumes people need external
stimulation to guide behavior. Opposite of non-interventionists.
non-interventionist - ANSWERS--Assumes people are naturally
striving to be good and they want to improve, and thus the teacher
does not need to intervene regarding behavior issues because the
child is trying to improve. believe that adults need to allow children
as much room as they need so they can grow and improve naturally
on their own.
Hierarchy of needs: - ANSWERS--Learning theory developed by
Maslow - In order for people to meet their full potential they must
meet a series of needs.
A teacher wants to require students to purchase a novel for an
assigned reading. Which of the following is the most appropriate
source for the teacher to check whether requiring the purchase is
allowable? - ANSWERS--Texas Education Code
A student qualifies for special education services, and the student
needs an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Which THREE of the
following people must be involved in developing the plan? -
ANSWERS--Sped teacher-school admin- gen ed teacher
, 4|Page
Horizontal Teaming - ANSWERS--comprised of members from
different content areas: but they are all on the same grade level
Vertical Teaming - ANSWERS--vertical team is comprised of members
from different grade levels who meet to share ideas and fine tune
their curriculum.
A sixth-grade teacher wants to have a better understanding of what
students will be expected to know when they leave fifth grade and
when they enter seventh grade. The committee type that will best
help this teacher is - ANSWERS--vertical teaming
Which of the following is the best way for a teacher to improve
personal knowledge of technology use in the classroom? - ANSWERS-
-Collaborating with district technology-support personnel
Which THREE of the following topics are most appropriate for a
beginning teacher to discuss with a mentor? - ANSWERS--The
school's attendance and tardiness policies
Clarification of a topic discussed at a staff meeting
Methods for starting after-school tutoring for struggling students
To best help parents from culturally diverse backgrounds actively
participate in school, a teacher should - ANSWERS--explain to
parents how to join a parent organization.
