Which of the following is the best example of multicultural education
a. Activities like units on Martin Luther King and the inclusion of Kwanza and Chanukah in winter celebrations
b. A commitment on the part of the teachers to social justice and critical approaches to learning that accommodate learner diversity
c. An examination of personal biases
d. Allowing for language differences in the classroom
Ques. 2High school teachers are less likely to encourage active family involvement
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Ques. 3A well-run classroom requiring a relatively large time commitment on a daily basis.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Ques. 4Research has not been able to establish that family involvement has an effect on academic achievement
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Ques. 5Which of the following parental factors may have a greater influence on student achievement than involvement in homework
a. Limits on time spent watching tv
b. School attendance'
c. The variety of reading materials available in the home
d. All of the above
Ques. 6Families from culturally diverse populations may be more passively involved in the school due to
a. Incongruent role expectations
b. Perceived discouragement from teachers
c. Perceptions that their opinions aren't valued
d. All of the above
Ques. 7The correct amount of reinforcement to be used is always the _______ amount necessary to increase the probability a behavior will be repeated.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Ques. 8Schools that succeed in involving families from diverse background share three key practices that include
a. Building trust, recognizing and respecting cultural differences, sharing of power and responsibility
b. Meeting regularly with parents, opening doors for parent volunteers, engaging parents in parent effectiveness training
c. Finding ways for parents to attend parent-teacher conferences and PTA meetings, establishing effective communication, and providing incentives for parents who volunteer
d. None of the above
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