What is the second step in curriculum-based measurement (C-BM) for mathematics learning?
a. Use the data to inform instruction.
b. Administer a progress probe.
c. Prepare materials.
d. Teach lesson.
[Ques. 2] Michael doesn't know the answer to 5 X 6, but realizes that he does know that 5 X 5 = 25, so he adds 25 and 5 to get the correct answer, 30 . Which approach to multiplication did Michael use in this example?
a. Patterns
b. Distributive properties
c. Derived facts
d. Split-add
[Ques. 3] Computation includes:
a. addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
b. counting forward and backward. c. All of these answers are correct.
d. counting by twos, fives, and tens.
[Ques. 4] Which of these is NOT one of the NCTM's mathematics process standards?
a. Problem solving
b. Representations
c. Measurement
d. Connections
[Ques. 5] The WRITER error-monitoring strategy instructs students to do all BUT which of the following?
a. Write on every line.
b. Take your paper to someone for help.
c. Read the paper for meaning.
d. Execute a final copy.
[Ques. 6] Which mnemonic device is recommended for preparing an argumentative essay?
a. TREE
b. PLEASE
c. PENS
d. None of these answers is correct.
[Ques. 7] The authors of this book propose a five-stage framework for teaching writing skills, based on the Hayes-Flower model. What is the third stage of this framework?
a. Revising
b. Editing
c. Drafting
d. Sharing/publishing
[Ques. 8] Graham and Harris recommend that teachers set aside how much time for writing and teaching writing skills?
a. Two 45-minute sessions per week
b. Four 45-minute sessions per week
c. Daily 20-minute sessions
d. One two-hour session each week
[Ques. 9] Which of the following strategies is NOT recommended to improve student performance during spelling instruction?
a. Develop spelling lists.
b. Provide students with immediate feedback.
c. Increase the number of words that students study.
d. Teach for transfer.
[Ques. 10] When providing feedback on students' handwriting, teachers should focus on:
a. line quality.
b. pencil grip.
c. All of these answers are correct.
d. letter formation.