GACE 300 Exam with Accurate
Solutions
Schema theory - ANS-A teacher begins a lesson by asking students to list three types
of bears. Students list only black bears and brown bears until the teacher shows a
picture of a polar bear and panda bear. Which of the following theories is best illustrated
in the scenario?
Social development theory - ANS-Which of the following learning theories suggests that
interaction with more knowledgeable models, such as a teacher or more advanced
peer, directly affects the process of learning?
Developmental milestones is achieved during adolescence - ANS-Distancing self from
parents psychologically
transfer of learning - ANS-Occurs when a student takes what was learned in one
context (geometry) and is able to apply it to another (building a model of a gazebo).
Diagnostic test - ANS-Used by a teacher to assess a student's skills and knowledge
levels to determine areas of strength and weakness. A diagnostic assessment is the
most appropriate way for a teacher to determine the instructional needs of a new
student.
zone of proximal development theory - ANS-the teacher should emphasize connections
between what the students already know and new knowledge. Since the teacher is
accessing the students' prior knowledge, she is then able to build on what they already
know.
Differentiated instruction - ANS-A teacher notices that some students learn best by
discussing subject matter content with peers, while others prefer a quiet place to read
and practice on their own. In response, the teacher decides to adjust lesson
expectations and create space in the classroom to meet the needs of both sets of
students. By taking this action, the teacher demonstrates an understanding of the
importance of which of the following?
test questions that assess varying levels of understanding - ANS-A teacher wants to
develop an assessment based on the work of Benjamin Bloom. To best meet the goal,
the assessment should include
, Action research - ANS-is study conducted by a teacher or group of teachers to improve
instruction by working through a series of reflective stages that facilitate problem
solving.
The teacher asks each student to write two sentences that answer a question on a topic
the teacher puts on the board midway through the class. - ANS-Which of the following
describes an informal assessment that a teacher might use to best check individual
students' understanding of a lesson or unit in progress?
Meeting with administrators to talk about the purpose and scope of the project - ANS-A
science teacher wants to build a garden on school property for students to grow plants
and study life cycles. The teacher creates an action plan that includes goals for
involving the community. Which of the following describes the best first step for the
teacher's action plan?
Aptitude - ANS-provides data about a person's learning ability, strengths, interests, and
overall potential. To provide direction of what courses to choose, it is most appropriate
for a teacher to recommend to the parent that the student take an aptitude test.
IEP - ANS-defines individualized objectives for a student who has been found with a
disability, as defined by federal regulations. The IEP is intended to help children reach
educational goals more easily than they otherwise would. Supplying additional materials
would not modify the curriculum, but would help to accommodate a student's curricular
needs to make the student more successful in the classroom.
Think-Pair-Share - ANS-strategy gives students a chance to think and discuss new
material with others, which enhances retention.
Mentoring Programs - ANS-Have a positive effect on teacher job satisfaction and
commitment and, thus, increase retention of new teachers.
Analytical Scoring - ANS-allows for different criteria to be assessed separately.
Building a repertoire of teaching skills to modify instruction as needed - ANS-Which of
the following best helps a teacher adapt instruction to meet the needs of a diverse
group of learners?
norm referenced - ANS-test is one that is used to determine a need for academic
support. A norm-referenced test helps ascertain whether a student has acquired the
skills needed to function successfully at his or her grade level.
Criterion-referenced tests - ANS-are often used to determine whether a student has
obtained the expected knowledge and skills in a certain area and whether there are any
gaps in learning.
Solutions
Schema theory - ANS-A teacher begins a lesson by asking students to list three types
of bears. Students list only black bears and brown bears until the teacher shows a
picture of a polar bear and panda bear. Which of the following theories is best illustrated
in the scenario?
Social development theory - ANS-Which of the following learning theories suggests that
interaction with more knowledgeable models, such as a teacher or more advanced
peer, directly affects the process of learning?
Developmental milestones is achieved during adolescence - ANS-Distancing self from
parents psychologically
transfer of learning - ANS-Occurs when a student takes what was learned in one
context (geometry) and is able to apply it to another (building a model of a gazebo).
Diagnostic test - ANS-Used by a teacher to assess a student's skills and knowledge
levels to determine areas of strength and weakness. A diagnostic assessment is the
most appropriate way for a teacher to determine the instructional needs of a new
student.
zone of proximal development theory - ANS-the teacher should emphasize connections
between what the students already know and new knowledge. Since the teacher is
accessing the students' prior knowledge, she is then able to build on what they already
know.
Differentiated instruction - ANS-A teacher notices that some students learn best by
discussing subject matter content with peers, while others prefer a quiet place to read
and practice on their own. In response, the teacher decides to adjust lesson
expectations and create space in the classroom to meet the needs of both sets of
students. By taking this action, the teacher demonstrates an understanding of the
importance of which of the following?
test questions that assess varying levels of understanding - ANS-A teacher wants to
develop an assessment based on the work of Benjamin Bloom. To best meet the goal,
the assessment should include
, Action research - ANS-is study conducted by a teacher or group of teachers to improve
instruction by working through a series of reflective stages that facilitate problem
solving.
The teacher asks each student to write two sentences that answer a question on a topic
the teacher puts on the board midway through the class. - ANS-Which of the following
describes an informal assessment that a teacher might use to best check individual
students' understanding of a lesson or unit in progress?
Meeting with administrators to talk about the purpose and scope of the project - ANS-A
science teacher wants to build a garden on school property for students to grow plants
and study life cycles. The teacher creates an action plan that includes goals for
involving the community. Which of the following describes the best first step for the
teacher's action plan?
Aptitude - ANS-provides data about a person's learning ability, strengths, interests, and
overall potential. To provide direction of what courses to choose, it is most appropriate
for a teacher to recommend to the parent that the student take an aptitude test.
IEP - ANS-defines individualized objectives for a student who has been found with a
disability, as defined by federal regulations. The IEP is intended to help children reach
educational goals more easily than they otherwise would. Supplying additional materials
would not modify the curriculum, but would help to accommodate a student's curricular
needs to make the student more successful in the classroom.
Think-Pair-Share - ANS-strategy gives students a chance to think and discuss new
material with others, which enhances retention.
Mentoring Programs - ANS-Have a positive effect on teacher job satisfaction and
commitment and, thus, increase retention of new teachers.
Analytical Scoring - ANS-allows for different criteria to be assessed separately.
Building a repertoire of teaching skills to modify instruction as needed - ANS-Which of
the following best helps a teacher adapt instruction to meet the needs of a diverse
group of learners?
norm referenced - ANS-test is one that is used to determine a need for academic
support. A norm-referenced test helps ascertain whether a student has acquired the
skills needed to function successfully at his or her grade level.
Criterion-referenced tests - ANS-are often used to determine whether a student has
obtained the expected knowledge and skills in a certain area and whether there are any
gaps in learning.
