ECE Missouri Test with Complete
Solutions
Which strategy is most effective for demonstrating that text is read from left to right? -
ANSWER-pointing to each word of the text while reading Big Books to the class on a
regular basis
What action should a teacher take in order to make sure that a student pulled out for
services feels safe in their regular classroom? - ANSWER-design instruction that
supports the student's development of friendships and sense of belonging in the
classroom community
task analysis - ANSWER-the research technique of identifying goals, relevant
information in the environment, and potential processing strategies for a problem
Which type of peer relationships is most characteristic of 2nd grade students? -
ANSWER-Small, same-gendered groups
Maria Montessori - ANSWER-Italian physician who gained international fame for her
philosophy of teaching, which allowed students to learn in a noncompetitive and relaxed
atmosphere.
Jean Piaget - ANSWER-Four stage theory of cognitive development: 1. sensorimotor, 2.
preoperational, 3. concrete operational, and 4. formal operational. He said that the two
basic processes work in tandem to achieve cognitive growth-assimilation and
accomodation
Physical Development - ANSWER-a developmental process that refers to the physical
growth of a person's body; this growth affects height, weight, and internal body systems
Social Development Theory - ANSWER-Vygotsky's theory of cognitive development
which emphasized the importance of other people (more knowledge others) in our
mental growth
sensory development - ANSWER-The maturing of the five familiar senses : hearing,
smell, taste, touch, and vision
Performance-based assessment - ANSWER-Requires a student to perform a task
rather than select an answer from a pre-determined list of options.
,Language Development Stages - ANSWER-cooing, babbling, one-word speech,
telegraphic speech, whole sentences
What is most characteristic of language development of a typical three-year-old child? -
ANSWER-speaking in complete, simple sentences.
Jean Piaget Stages of Development - ANSWER-sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete
operational, formal operational
During which age span do young children typically first begin to demonstrate goal-
directed actions? - ANSWER-0-2 years
Lev Vygotsky's Theory - ANSWER-is the idea that the potential for cognitive
development depends upon the "zone of proximal development" (ZPD): a level of
development attained when children engage in social behavior. Children learn through
play/social interaction.
Lev Vygotsky - ANSWER-child development; investigated how culture & interpersonal
communication guide development; zone of proximal development; play research
Erik Erikson's stages of psychosocial development - ANSWER-(1) Trust vs. Mistrust;
(2) Autonomy vs. Shame;
(3) Initiative vs. Guilt;
(4) Industry vs. Inferiority;
(5) Identity vs. Confusion;
(6) Intimacy vs. Isolation;
(7) Generativity vs. Self-absorption;
(8) Integrity vs. Despair.
Erik Erikson - ANSWER-neo-Freudian, humanistic; 8 psychosocial stages of
development: theory shows how people evolve through the life span. Each stage is
marked by a psychological crisis that involves confronting "Who am I?"
Erik Erikson's psychosocial developmental theory hypothesizes that the primary conflict
young children face is: - ANSWER-industry vs. inferiority
object permanence - ANSWER-the knowledge that an object exists even when it is not
in sight
Which behavior reflect's an infant's understanding of object permanence? - ANSWER-
searching for a toy under a blanket
The curriculum of an ECE program encourages children to become engaged in
challenging activities that involve both planning and problem solving. This promotes the
child's ability to: - ANSWER-approach new learning experiences with confidence
, What is the best rationale for a teacher modeling classroom procedures? - ANSWER-
provides an environmental cue that helps students understand what they are expected
to do
Whenever disciplinary measures are necessary, the teacher should ensure that the
child understands that: - ANSWER-the consequences are a direct result of a child's
misbehavior
Children of preschool age feel most secure in educational settings that: - ANSWER-
offer a balance of calm and active learning experiences in a predictable and orderly
environment
What information should the teacher provide when participating in the initial special
education evaluation of a student? - ANSWER-documentation of the strategies and
modifications to instruction that have been tried with the student
What is the most appropriate rationale for using a team approach when assessing
young children? - ANSWER-coordination of assessment results from a variety of
disciplines increases the effectiveness of instruction
Which assessment strategy would provide a kindergarten teacher with the most
comprehensive info about a student's oral language development? - ANSWER-
observing the student during conversations with peers
Which assessment adaptation would be the best to use with a first-grade ELL student? -
ANSWER-using culturally relevant materials
Developmental Screening Tool - ANSWER-The tools used for developmental and
behavioral screening are formal questionnaires or checklists based on research that ask
questions about a child's development, including language, movement, thinking,
behavior, and emotions.
What is the best use of a developmental screening checklist with preschool children? -
ANSWER-to identify children who are in need of more in-depth assessment in specific
areas
Which is the most effective method for monitoring the progress of 2nd grade students in
Math? - ANSWER-conducting frequent curriculum-based assessments
criterion-referenced test - ANSWER-A test that describes the specific types of skills,
tasks, or knowledge of an individual relative to a well-defined mastery criterion. The
content of criterion-referenced tests is limited to certain specified objectives. The
student's performance on this type of test helps the teacher to determine the specific
criteria or skills on which the student needs help.
Solutions
Which strategy is most effective for demonstrating that text is read from left to right? -
ANSWER-pointing to each word of the text while reading Big Books to the class on a
regular basis
What action should a teacher take in order to make sure that a student pulled out for
services feels safe in their regular classroom? - ANSWER-design instruction that
supports the student's development of friendships and sense of belonging in the
classroom community
task analysis - ANSWER-the research technique of identifying goals, relevant
information in the environment, and potential processing strategies for a problem
Which type of peer relationships is most characteristic of 2nd grade students? -
ANSWER-Small, same-gendered groups
Maria Montessori - ANSWER-Italian physician who gained international fame for her
philosophy of teaching, which allowed students to learn in a noncompetitive and relaxed
atmosphere.
Jean Piaget - ANSWER-Four stage theory of cognitive development: 1. sensorimotor, 2.
preoperational, 3. concrete operational, and 4. formal operational. He said that the two
basic processes work in tandem to achieve cognitive growth-assimilation and
accomodation
Physical Development - ANSWER-a developmental process that refers to the physical
growth of a person's body; this growth affects height, weight, and internal body systems
Social Development Theory - ANSWER-Vygotsky's theory of cognitive development
which emphasized the importance of other people (more knowledge others) in our
mental growth
sensory development - ANSWER-The maturing of the five familiar senses : hearing,
smell, taste, touch, and vision
Performance-based assessment - ANSWER-Requires a student to perform a task
rather than select an answer from a pre-determined list of options.
,Language Development Stages - ANSWER-cooing, babbling, one-word speech,
telegraphic speech, whole sentences
What is most characteristic of language development of a typical three-year-old child? -
ANSWER-speaking in complete, simple sentences.
Jean Piaget Stages of Development - ANSWER-sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete
operational, formal operational
During which age span do young children typically first begin to demonstrate goal-
directed actions? - ANSWER-0-2 years
Lev Vygotsky's Theory - ANSWER-is the idea that the potential for cognitive
development depends upon the "zone of proximal development" (ZPD): a level of
development attained when children engage in social behavior. Children learn through
play/social interaction.
Lev Vygotsky - ANSWER-child development; investigated how culture & interpersonal
communication guide development; zone of proximal development; play research
Erik Erikson's stages of psychosocial development - ANSWER-(1) Trust vs. Mistrust;
(2) Autonomy vs. Shame;
(3) Initiative vs. Guilt;
(4) Industry vs. Inferiority;
(5) Identity vs. Confusion;
(6) Intimacy vs. Isolation;
(7) Generativity vs. Self-absorption;
(8) Integrity vs. Despair.
Erik Erikson - ANSWER-neo-Freudian, humanistic; 8 psychosocial stages of
development: theory shows how people evolve through the life span. Each stage is
marked by a psychological crisis that involves confronting "Who am I?"
Erik Erikson's psychosocial developmental theory hypothesizes that the primary conflict
young children face is: - ANSWER-industry vs. inferiority
object permanence - ANSWER-the knowledge that an object exists even when it is not
in sight
Which behavior reflect's an infant's understanding of object permanence? - ANSWER-
searching for a toy under a blanket
The curriculum of an ECE program encourages children to become engaged in
challenging activities that involve both planning and problem solving. This promotes the
child's ability to: - ANSWER-approach new learning experiences with confidence
, What is the best rationale for a teacher modeling classroom procedures? - ANSWER-
provides an environmental cue that helps students understand what they are expected
to do
Whenever disciplinary measures are necessary, the teacher should ensure that the
child understands that: - ANSWER-the consequences are a direct result of a child's
misbehavior
Children of preschool age feel most secure in educational settings that: - ANSWER-
offer a balance of calm and active learning experiences in a predictable and orderly
environment
What information should the teacher provide when participating in the initial special
education evaluation of a student? - ANSWER-documentation of the strategies and
modifications to instruction that have been tried with the student
What is the most appropriate rationale for using a team approach when assessing
young children? - ANSWER-coordination of assessment results from a variety of
disciplines increases the effectiveness of instruction
Which assessment strategy would provide a kindergarten teacher with the most
comprehensive info about a student's oral language development? - ANSWER-
observing the student during conversations with peers
Which assessment adaptation would be the best to use with a first-grade ELL student? -
ANSWER-using culturally relevant materials
Developmental Screening Tool - ANSWER-The tools used for developmental and
behavioral screening are formal questionnaires or checklists based on research that ask
questions about a child's development, including language, movement, thinking,
behavior, and emotions.
What is the best use of a developmental screening checklist with preschool children? -
ANSWER-to identify children who are in need of more in-depth assessment in specific
areas
Which is the most effective method for monitoring the progress of 2nd grade students in
Math? - ANSWER-conducting frequent curriculum-based assessments
criterion-referenced test - ANSWER-A test that describes the specific types of skills,
tasks, or knowledge of an individual relative to a well-defined mastery criterion. The
content of criterion-referenced tests is limited to certain specified objectives. The
student's performance on this type of test helps the teacher to determine the specific
criteria or skills on which the student needs help.
