Classroom culture is important in education. Which statement best captures the meaning of classroom culture?
a. It refers to the ethnic backgrounds of the children and teacher in the classroom.
b. It means the daily classroom routines involving social and academic practices.
c. It is primarily the Social Studies course of study involving global education.
d. It means expanding children's perspectives about cultural similarities.
Question 2...In addition to assessing knowledge, skills, and achievements, it is equally important to assess
a. physical well-being and motor controls.
b. dispositions and approaches to learning.
c. emotional and social well-being and interactional behaviors.
d. all of the above.
Question 3...Which statement is true about Jean Piaget?
a. He was a strong proponent of IQ testing.
b. He was a leading behaviorist in the early 20th century.
c. He was an influential leader in cognitive science.
d. He advanced the notion that babies are born as blank slates.
Question 4...Ms. Ruiz has just begun her teaching career in a small elementary school in a rural area. Most of the children are members of low-income families. Some of the families are migrant workers and will not live in the area long enough for their children to complete a full year at the school. None of the children in her prekindergarten class of 20 have attended preschool or been cared for in a non-parental setting such a child care center. Ms. Ruiz is very eager to provide a developmentally appropriate prekindergarten experience for her students. Which of the following is not essential information in order for her to begin her initial planning?
a. birth dates and ages
b. proficiency with English and/or other language(s)
c. number of books in the home
d. developmental challenges, special needs, and/or talents
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