WGU D096/D169 Essential Practices for Supporting Diverse Learners questions with correct answers

Acquisition-Learning Hypothesis CORRECT ANSWER The Acquisition-Learning Hypotheses Two independent systems of foreign language performance: 'the acquired system' and 'the learned system'. The 'acquired system' or 'acquisition' is the product of a subconscious process very similar to the process children undergo when they acquire their first language. It requires meaningful interaction in the target language - natural communication - in which speakers are concentrated not in the form of their utterances, but in the communicative act. The "learned system" or "learning" is the product of formal instruction and it comprises a conscious process which results in conscious knowledge 'about' the language, for example knowledge of grammar rules. A deductive approach in a teacher-centered setting produces "learning", while an inductive approach in a student-centered setting leads to "acquisition". According to Krashen 'learning' is less important than 'acquisition'. English Learner CORRECT ANSWER a student who is in the process of acquiring English and has a first language other than or in addition to English. Formative Assessment CORRECT ANSWER administered throughout a unit, aligned with KUDs, can use a variety of formats, meant to help the teacher understand how each student is progressing, rarely graded. Summative Assessment CORRECT ANSWER used at the end of key segments and the end of a unit, aligned with KUDs, determine the level of mastery each student has achieved with the KUDs at the end of unit, can use closed formats or performance formats, typically graded. 1. Timing/scheduling accommodations for assessments CORRECT ANSWER multiple testing sessions, rest breaks extended time to complete tests Setting accommodations for assessments CORRECT ANSWER small group, separate location, in a carrel, special lighting, acoustics, at the student's home, hospital, individual testing stations, special furniture, minimal distractions Presentation accommodations for assessments CORRECT ANSWER large print exams, Braille, directions read aloud, test given by person familiar