The Common Core State Standards in Language Arts are intended to do all EXCEPT
a. address listening, speaking, reading and writing in English
b. form a logical progression of learning across grades K-12
c. require teaching non-fiction texts from kindergarten on
d. accommodate various English language proficiency levels
Question 2...Who is more influential in a child's school success?
a. School
b. Church
c. Neighborhood
d. Family
Question 3...The Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) is _____ for families of infants and toddlers with disabilities enrolled in a federal program, such as Head Start.
a. Suggested
b. Optional
c. Required
d. Not required
Question 4...Regarding school readiness, who is more likely to delay kindergarten entry for their children?
a. Poorly educated parents
b. Highly educated parents
c. Caucasian parents
d. Only a.
e. Both b. and c.
Question 5...Important features of effective English learner programs include all EXCEPT
a. specialized instruction that promotes comprehension and learning of academic content
b. teaching strategies to promote both oral and written English language development
c. an open and respectful school culture that embraces the diversity of its students
d. restrictions on the use of the primary language for learning purposes
Question 6...Teachers can gain a multicultural orientation through
a. Self-reflection.
b. Critical consciousness.
c. Authentic multicultural experiences.
d. All of the above.
e. None of the above.