In a robust learning community,
a. whole-class instruction is often complemented by small group and individual learning opportunities.
b. whole class instruction and individual learning opportunities are minimized in favor of small groups.
c. cooperative learning opportunities are emphasized and individual opportunities are minimized.
d. group investigations are emphasized with students being placed in interest groups with varying strategies.
[Ques. 2] UDL is an approach built on three central principles (Hall, Meyer, & Rose, 2012):
a. To reframe instructional goals, assessments, and the barriers that may interfere with students learning.
b. To support universal, strategic, and affective learning.
c. To support recognition, strategic, and affective learning.
d. To optimize teaching, learning, and student engagement.
[Ques. 3] Cooperative learning techniques that impact achievement feature
a. activities that are hands on in nature.
b. activities that have clear group goals.
c. assessments that are authentic.
d. learning arrangements that promote choice.
[Ques. 4] The most effective learning communities are developed as
a. ongoing growth processes and have existing expectations but are always moving to new heights of understanding and positive actions.
b. environments that feature shared responsibilities, promote tolerance, and appreciate chauvinism.
c. ongoing growth processes that promote socio-emotional and moral development exclusively.
d. environments that focus on extrinsic rewards and support for intended learning outcomes.
[Ques. 5] Cooperative learning structures that facilitate student achievement have two key characteristics. They are
a. research-based and match the goals of the unit.
b. authentically assessed and linked to the NCSS content.
c. individual accountability and clear group goals.
d. student-driven and fit within the learning community context.
[Ques. 6] The classroom community facilitates Dorsetts (1993) concept of good curriculum as one that respects and balances the need to
a. educate three people in each individual: the worker, the citizen, and the private person.
b. integrate curriculum in literacy and social studies for each citizen in the classroom.
c. individualize instruction in each subject area for cross-grade-level experiences.
d. use powerful ideas to make connections within social studies and literacy content.
[Ques. 7] In launching your learning community, how would you ensure that the community is contributing to social understanding and personal and civic efficacy?
a. have parents and administrators visit your class
b. make sure that cultural universals are being met
c. set aside periodic committee and total-class reflection time
d. ask the class president to interview committee members
[Ques. 8] The SEL competencies of social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making have particular relevance to social studies education.
a. True
b. False
[Ques. 9] The expectancy x value model of motivation holds that peoples willingness to expend effort depends on how much they expect the teacher to perform successfully.
a. True
b. False
[Ques. 10] The best results using group work are achieved when the groups are held accountable
a. True
b. False
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