TEXAS TEACHERS ASSESSMENT 6 QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS UPDATED 2024-2025.
Of the statements below, which best supports the idea of group management and group focus? ANS -
"In my classroom I prefer to manage behaviors through active participation and holding all students
accountable. I use a "popsicle stick randomizer" and draw names so students never know who will be
called on next."
Consider the following quote:"A win-win approach emphasizes giving students' opportunities to develop
self-management and self-control, freeing up time otherwise consumed by reminders, punishing, or
reporting kids. It leverages cooperation and commitment by offering some control and autonomy within
a structure that protects the teacher's ability to teach and the students' ability to learn."(Bluestein,
2011)Which teacher below adheres to this philosophy in her classroom? ANS -"In my classroom I am
very conscious of developing my students' unique talents and never comparing them to one another."
In which of the following situations should a teacher use an authoritative classroom management style?
ANS -A teacher should turn to an authoritative style when a student is talking to another student during
direct instruction and stand close to them (proximity control)
What does the "instructional management" style philosophy associate with misbehaviors? ANS --Lack
of incentives within the classroom
-Lack of organization
-Lessons that are too easy or too difficult
Which of the following explanations provides a strong support of the role of active listening in the
classroom? ANS --Teachers are able to gain insight into why students misbehave or struggle in
academics.
-Teachers are able to reinforce that they care about their students.
-Teachers are able to pose questions that allow for individual students to think more deeply about the
content area.
Which of the following are part of a great classroom management plan? ANS -Knowing my students,
planning for procedures, and implementing consistent policies
, Which of the following is an example of an understandable procedure for a classroom? ANS -"Need to
use the restroom? Give me the "crossed finger" signal and will let you know if it is a good time to go."
As a new teacher, according to research, which plan will allow you find more success in classroom
management? ANS -"My plan is to teach and practice procedures from day one and to also start
building relationships with my kids from the beginning. As I get to know my kids I might have to make
adjustments to my original plan."
What is a key factor to consider, as a novice teacher, when determining where a student should sit
within a classroom? ANS -Who belongs in what Fred Jones identifies as the "three zones of proximity"
based on their needs?
Consider the classroom described below. Do you agree or disagree with the time management
strategies you see being used within the class? Why or why not?"Ms. McKend's World Geography class
always has something going on. Kids are moving around the classroom and know exactly where supplies
are, where to turn things in, and when it is appropriate to do these things. There is always a timer going
and one student at each group will use their phone to check-in with students with how much time is left
for the assignment. I've seen Ms. McKend readjust the pace of a lesson when less time is needed and
increase time when students were working hard but slower than she expected." ANS --I agree with the
strategies because it is evident kids have been taught strategies and they have practiced them.
-I agree with the strategies because it is evident Ms. McKend is in tune with the needs of her students
and is able to adjust to meet their needs.
-I disagree with the strategies because it is evident Ms. McKend gives students too much freedom which
could lead to chaos.
Based on your knowledge of preventing classroom management issues, what would you recommend to
the teacher below?"My first year of teaching was really tough. I had students walk out of class, talking
over one another, and we never seemed to get through a lesson the way I had planned it. As I am
planning for my second year I would love some advice on how to avoid a year like my last one! What
advice to you have?" ANS -"I would recommend providing students with very specific procedures over
broader rules. It sounds as though students in your class did not know exactly what you expected of
them. If you provide them with specific expectations and describe what they look like, the students will
have more clarity in what an ideal classroom looks like."
How would you solve the following dilemma using what you've learned about getting and keeping kids
on task and engaged in the learning?""I feel like I ask my class a million times a day, "Guys, are you
listening? Guys, are you awake?" I'm not sure what to do. I've planned quality lessons and give students
feedback on a regular basis. I feel as though I can't keep their attention on the learning." ANS -I would
AND ANSWERS UPDATED 2024-2025.
Of the statements below, which best supports the idea of group management and group focus? ANS -
"In my classroom I prefer to manage behaviors through active participation and holding all students
accountable. I use a "popsicle stick randomizer" and draw names so students never know who will be
called on next."
Consider the following quote:"A win-win approach emphasizes giving students' opportunities to develop
self-management and self-control, freeing up time otherwise consumed by reminders, punishing, or
reporting kids. It leverages cooperation and commitment by offering some control and autonomy within
a structure that protects the teacher's ability to teach and the students' ability to learn."(Bluestein,
2011)Which teacher below adheres to this philosophy in her classroom? ANS -"In my classroom I am
very conscious of developing my students' unique talents and never comparing them to one another."
In which of the following situations should a teacher use an authoritative classroom management style?
ANS -A teacher should turn to an authoritative style when a student is talking to another student during
direct instruction and stand close to them (proximity control)
What does the "instructional management" style philosophy associate with misbehaviors? ANS --Lack
of incentives within the classroom
-Lack of organization
-Lessons that are too easy or too difficult
Which of the following explanations provides a strong support of the role of active listening in the
classroom? ANS --Teachers are able to gain insight into why students misbehave or struggle in
academics.
-Teachers are able to reinforce that they care about their students.
-Teachers are able to pose questions that allow for individual students to think more deeply about the
content area.
Which of the following are part of a great classroom management plan? ANS -Knowing my students,
planning for procedures, and implementing consistent policies
, Which of the following is an example of an understandable procedure for a classroom? ANS -"Need to
use the restroom? Give me the "crossed finger" signal and will let you know if it is a good time to go."
As a new teacher, according to research, which plan will allow you find more success in classroom
management? ANS -"My plan is to teach and practice procedures from day one and to also start
building relationships with my kids from the beginning. As I get to know my kids I might have to make
adjustments to my original plan."
What is a key factor to consider, as a novice teacher, when determining where a student should sit
within a classroom? ANS -Who belongs in what Fred Jones identifies as the "three zones of proximity"
based on their needs?
Consider the classroom described below. Do you agree or disagree with the time management
strategies you see being used within the class? Why or why not?"Ms. McKend's World Geography class
always has something going on. Kids are moving around the classroom and know exactly where supplies
are, where to turn things in, and when it is appropriate to do these things. There is always a timer going
and one student at each group will use their phone to check-in with students with how much time is left
for the assignment. I've seen Ms. McKend readjust the pace of a lesson when less time is needed and
increase time when students were working hard but slower than she expected." ANS --I agree with the
strategies because it is evident kids have been taught strategies and they have practiced them.
-I agree with the strategies because it is evident Ms. McKend is in tune with the needs of her students
and is able to adjust to meet their needs.
-I disagree with the strategies because it is evident Ms. McKend gives students too much freedom which
could lead to chaos.
Based on your knowledge of preventing classroom management issues, what would you recommend to
the teacher below?"My first year of teaching was really tough. I had students walk out of class, talking
over one another, and we never seemed to get through a lesson the way I had planned it. As I am
planning for my second year I would love some advice on how to avoid a year like my last one! What
advice to you have?" ANS -"I would recommend providing students with very specific procedures over
broader rules. It sounds as though students in your class did not know exactly what you expected of
them. If you provide them with specific expectations and describe what they look like, the students will
have more clarity in what an ideal classroom looks like."
How would you solve the following dilemma using what you've learned about getting and keeping kids
on task and engaged in the learning?""I feel like I ask my class a million times a day, "Guys, are you
listening? Guys, are you awake?" I'm not sure what to do. I've planned quality lessons and give students
feedback on a regular basis. I feel as though I can't keep their attention on the learning." ANS -I would
