GACE 081 Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

tidal hypothesis : Theory that the solar system started with a near collision of sun and large star. Few astronomers believe this theory. condensation hypothesis : solar system began with rotating clouds of dust and gas. Condensation happened in center to form sun, and smaller parts of clouds formed. More astronomers believe in this idea. Core : Outer core- liquid; inner core- solid. Very dense in center. Believed that core is 80% iron. Helps heat oceans. Mantle : Surrounds core. ...

Which is the best definition of an informal learning experience for learning basic science concepts? : Pouring sand from one container to another Which gas is known as a compound gas? : Ammonia (NH3) When we look at a straw in a glass of water, the straw appears broken or bent at the waterline. This appearance is a function of? : Refraction The process which the speed of light is changed as it passes from one transparent medium, like air, to another, like water. : Refraction of ligh...

Who was the founding father of psychoanalysis, a method for treating mental illness and also a theory which explains human behavior? : Sigmund Freud At what stage does children at 18 months-3 years are learning muscular control? : Autonomy vs. Shame and Self-Doubt Babies develop which Erik Erikson's developmental stage? : Trust vs. Mistrust Preschoolers are exploring the environmental further commensurately with their increasing physical/motor, cognitive, emotional and social skills i...

Components of a Lesson Plan : Materials, Clear objective, Set the stage(activate prior knowledge), Direct Instruction, Guided Practice, Closure, and Demonstration of Learning (Quick assessment) Characteristics of a Lesson Plan : Plan for the lesson developed by a teacher that guides instruction and maximizes class time by ensuring the teacher is prepared. What are the two components of a learning objectives? : Measurable and appropriate What does it mean to provide access to the curr...

GACE 081 Questions and Answers with Certified Solutions Which of the following consequences would most likely decrease the rate of occurrence for a target behavior? C. Punishment (The question tests understanding of managing student behavior. Punishment is the only consequence listed that will decrease the rate of occurrence of a target behavior.) Which of the following involves counting the number of times a behavior occurs? Event Recording. The question tests knowledge of event re...