Teaching and Technology Final Exam
Questions and Answers Graded A+
Give some examples of dispositions related to teaching. Why are dispositions
important? - Correct answer-Some examples of dispositions that are related to
teaching are written plans, demonstrations, study groups, role-playing activities,
hands-on activities, etc... Dispositions are important because they are guided by the
teacher's beliefs, values and commitments.
How might teacher reflection help teachers improve their practice? - Correct
answer-Teacher reflection helps teachers improve their practice because it can help
develop self-awareness and knowledge,and improve cognitive and affective skills.
The ability to take risks in learning and try out different strategies. Reflection can
help teachers be able to revise, assess and react while teaching. It also improves
teacher coping skills while teaching when students have disruptive behavior and
which strategies work best in that situation.
What are some of the strengths of the SIOP model? - Correct answer-Some of the
strengths of the SIOP model are that it was designed to meet the needs of ELL
students and all learners in the classroom. It clearly defines and displays and
,reviews content objectives. It can be used to review language objectives, adapt
content to all levels of student proficiency, and use materials to a high degree.
Why is the preparation of a series of daily lesson plans not sufficient for the entire
course? - Correct answer-A preparation of a series of daily lesson plans is not
sufficient for the entire course because you need to also have unit planning, weekly
planning, term planning, course planning, and backward mapping. You cannot only
use daily planning you must use all of the different types of planning, in order for
the lesson plans to be sufficient for the entire course.
What is the reasoning for the backward design approach to planning? - Correct
answer-The reasoning for the backward design approach is that asking what
students are going to learn at the start of planning ensures that your lessons will be
directly related to what you want your students to know and be able to do.
What might be the merits and disadvantages of involving your students in
instructional planning? What factors might affect your decision about involving
students in planning? - Correct answer-The merits of involving your students in
instructional planning is that you give them the ability to pick what style of
learning will work best for them. The disadvantage is that student involvement
depends on the student's level of maturity. If you have students limited choices and
, if the experiences are not successful then there should be no student involvement in
instructional planning.
Should all objectives that you write be at the upper three levels of the cognitive
domain? Why
or why not? - Correct answer-Cognitive domain is the development of intellectual
abilities and skills. This is the top level of the taxonomy of instructional learning
domains. This means it is the most complex strategy which means that not all of
the objectives that you write have to be in the cognitive domain.
What are the merits of using direct, teacher-centered instructional strategies such as
lectures, demonstrations, practice and reviews? What are some disadvantages? -
Correct answer-The merits of using direct, teacher-centered instructional strategies
are better concept attainment by students. Visuals through demonstrations can help
students understand material better. Lecture style can create a more controlled
classroom and environment. Reviews allow students to elaborate on what they
have learned while studying for the upcoming assessment. This improves overall
use of study skills and habits.
What are the strengths of the gradual release of the responsibility model? - Correct
answer-The strengths of the gradual release of the responsibility model is that it
begins with explicit teaching. This builds a base for the students' knowledge and
Questions and Answers Graded A+
Give some examples of dispositions related to teaching. Why are dispositions
important? - Correct answer-Some examples of dispositions that are related to
teaching are written plans, demonstrations, study groups, role-playing activities,
hands-on activities, etc... Dispositions are important because they are guided by the
teacher's beliefs, values and commitments.
How might teacher reflection help teachers improve their practice? - Correct
answer-Teacher reflection helps teachers improve their practice because it can help
develop self-awareness and knowledge,and improve cognitive and affective skills.
The ability to take risks in learning and try out different strategies. Reflection can
help teachers be able to revise, assess and react while teaching. It also improves
teacher coping skills while teaching when students have disruptive behavior and
which strategies work best in that situation.
What are some of the strengths of the SIOP model? - Correct answer-Some of the
strengths of the SIOP model are that it was designed to meet the needs of ELL
students and all learners in the classroom. It clearly defines and displays and
,reviews content objectives. It can be used to review language objectives, adapt
content to all levels of student proficiency, and use materials to a high degree.
Why is the preparation of a series of daily lesson plans not sufficient for the entire
course? - Correct answer-A preparation of a series of daily lesson plans is not
sufficient for the entire course because you need to also have unit planning, weekly
planning, term planning, course planning, and backward mapping. You cannot only
use daily planning you must use all of the different types of planning, in order for
the lesson plans to be sufficient for the entire course.
What is the reasoning for the backward design approach to planning? - Correct
answer-The reasoning for the backward design approach is that asking what
students are going to learn at the start of planning ensures that your lessons will be
directly related to what you want your students to know and be able to do.
What might be the merits and disadvantages of involving your students in
instructional planning? What factors might affect your decision about involving
students in planning? - Correct answer-The merits of involving your students in
instructional planning is that you give them the ability to pick what style of
learning will work best for them. The disadvantage is that student involvement
depends on the student's level of maturity. If you have students limited choices and
, if the experiences are not successful then there should be no student involvement in
instructional planning.
Should all objectives that you write be at the upper three levels of the cognitive
domain? Why
or why not? - Correct answer-Cognitive domain is the development of intellectual
abilities and skills. This is the top level of the taxonomy of instructional learning
domains. This means it is the most complex strategy which means that not all of
the objectives that you write have to be in the cognitive domain.
What are the merits of using direct, teacher-centered instructional strategies such as
lectures, demonstrations, practice and reviews? What are some disadvantages? -
Correct answer-The merits of using direct, teacher-centered instructional strategies
are better concept attainment by students. Visuals through demonstrations can help
students understand material better. Lecture style can create a more controlled
classroom and environment. Reviews allow students to elaborate on what they
have learned while studying for the upcoming assessment. This improves overall
use of study skills and habits.
What are the strengths of the gradual release of the responsibility model? - Correct
answer-The strengths of the gradual release of the responsibility model is that it
begins with explicit teaching. This builds a base for the students' knowledge and
