Praxis 5622 Principles of Learning and
Teaching (PLT: Grades K-6) Questions
and Answers Latest Version Graded A+
Which theorist is most associated with the concept of the "Zone of Proximal Development"?
✔✔ Lev Vygotsky
Why is it important to activate students’ prior knowledge before introducing a new topic?
✔✔ It helps students make connections between what they already know and what they are
about to learn
What is metacognition?
✔✔ Thinking about one's own thinking processes
What is the best way to encourage students to develop a growth mindset?
✔✔ Praise their effort, strategies, and persistence rather than innate intelligence
What instructional strategy helps students develop critical thinking skills by analyzing multiple
perspectives?
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,✔✔ Socratic questioning or class discussions
What is one way to differentiate instruction for students with diverse learning needs?
✔✔ Modify content, process, or product based on student readiness, interests, or learning profile
What is the main role of a summative assessment?
✔✔ To evaluate student learning at the end of an instructional period
How does cooperative learning benefit elementary students?
✔✔ It builds social skills and encourages peer-to-peer support while learning
What is the most effective way to create a positive classroom environment?
✔✔ Establish clear expectations and build mutual respect with students
What is scaffolding in instruction?
✔✔ Providing temporary support to help students achieve a learning goal, gradually removing it
as they gain independence
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,What is one appropriate use of assessment data?
✔✔ To identify student strengths and areas of need for instructional planning
What should a teacher do when a student gives an incorrect answer in class?
✔✔ Guide the student toward the correct answer through questioning or cues
What does student-centered learning focus on?
✔✔ Active student participation and ownership of learning
What is one key feature of inquiry-based learning?
✔✔ Students explore questions and problems to construct their own understanding
Why should teachers incorporate student interests into lesson planning?
✔✔ To increase engagement and make learning more meaningful
What is a portfolio assessment?
✔✔ A collection of student work that shows growth and learning over time
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, What is the benefit of using rubrics with students?
✔✔ Rubrics provide clear criteria for success and help students understand how their work will
be assessed
How can teachers help students become more self-regulated learners?
✔✔ Teach goal-setting, time management, and self-monitoring strategies
What is an IEP designed to do?
✔✔ Provide specialized instruction and services for a student with a disability
What is one strategy to help English Language Learners (ELLs) access classroom content?
✔✔ Use visuals, gestures, and simplified language to support understanding
What is backward design in lesson planning?
✔✔ Planning lessons by first identifying desired learning outcomes, then designing assessments
and instruction
Why is culturally responsive teaching important?
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Teaching (PLT: Grades K-6) Questions
and Answers Latest Version Graded A+
Which theorist is most associated with the concept of the "Zone of Proximal Development"?
✔✔ Lev Vygotsky
Why is it important to activate students’ prior knowledge before introducing a new topic?
✔✔ It helps students make connections between what they already know and what they are
about to learn
What is metacognition?
✔✔ Thinking about one's own thinking processes
What is the best way to encourage students to develop a growth mindset?
✔✔ Praise their effort, strategies, and persistence rather than innate intelligence
What instructional strategy helps students develop critical thinking skills by analyzing multiple
perspectives?
1
,✔✔ Socratic questioning or class discussions
What is one way to differentiate instruction for students with diverse learning needs?
✔✔ Modify content, process, or product based on student readiness, interests, or learning profile
What is the main role of a summative assessment?
✔✔ To evaluate student learning at the end of an instructional period
How does cooperative learning benefit elementary students?
✔✔ It builds social skills and encourages peer-to-peer support while learning
What is the most effective way to create a positive classroom environment?
✔✔ Establish clear expectations and build mutual respect with students
What is scaffolding in instruction?
✔✔ Providing temporary support to help students achieve a learning goal, gradually removing it
as they gain independence
2
,What is one appropriate use of assessment data?
✔✔ To identify student strengths and areas of need for instructional planning
What should a teacher do when a student gives an incorrect answer in class?
✔✔ Guide the student toward the correct answer through questioning or cues
What does student-centered learning focus on?
✔✔ Active student participation and ownership of learning
What is one key feature of inquiry-based learning?
✔✔ Students explore questions and problems to construct their own understanding
Why should teachers incorporate student interests into lesson planning?
✔✔ To increase engagement and make learning more meaningful
What is a portfolio assessment?
✔✔ A collection of student work that shows growth and learning over time
3
, What is the benefit of using rubrics with students?
✔✔ Rubrics provide clear criteria for success and help students understand how their work will
be assessed
How can teachers help students become more self-regulated learners?
✔✔ Teach goal-setting, time management, and self-monitoring strategies
What is an IEP designed to do?
✔✔ Provide specialized instruction and services for a student with a disability
What is one strategy to help English Language Learners (ELLs) access classroom content?
✔✔ Use visuals, gestures, and simplified language to support understanding
What is backward design in lesson planning?
✔✔ Planning lessons by first identifying desired learning outcomes, then designing assessments
and instruction
Why is culturally responsive teaching important?
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