Authority for approval in the hiring of new teachers rests with the
a. principal.
b. school board.
c. superintendent.
d. teachers in the school where the opening exists.
[Ques. 2] The typical school board member tends to
a. be female.
b. have no children in school.
c. be wealthier that the general population.
d. be liberal.
[Ques. 3] School board members are usually selected by
a. appointment by the city or town council.
b. appointment by the governor.
c. appointment by the mayor or county executive.
d. election by community members.
[Ques. 4] Local school districts have been delegated powers and duties by the
a. county government.
b. local government.
c. state government.
d. federal government.
[Ques. 5] Sixty-four percent of elementary school principals are female. This figure is substantially higher than that of secondary schools, where it drops to 30. To what do you attribute the female majority among elementary school principals? To what do you attribute the glaring drop off in secondary schools?
What will be an ideal response?
[Ques. 6] Describe the role of the federal government in education since the 1980s. How do opponents of NCLB criticize funding aspects of the act?
What will be an ideal response?
[Ques. 7] Depending on the community, members of local school boards may be elected or appointed. Either way, there are some advantages and some disadvantages. Identify and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of elected members.
What will be an ideal response?
[Ques. 8] Why would the No Child Left Behind Act be associated with essentialism?
What will be an ideal response?
[Ques. 9] What is the goal of education in the essentialist theory, and how can schools accomplish this goal, according to an essentialist?
What will be an ideal response?
[Ques. 10] Reflect on the success of the A.S. Neills Summerhill School.
What will be an ideal response?