You read a research article about abstract thinking and academic achievement in a professional ...

You read a research article about abstract thinking and academic achievement in a professional journal. The researchers report a correlation of +.65 between the amount of abstract thought students demonstrate and the grade-point-averages they earn. You should conclude that:
 
  a. Students who think more abstractly are likely to have higher grade-point-averages than their classmates.
  b. Students who think more abstractly are likely to have lower grade-point-averages than their classmates.
  c. You can promote students' abstract thinking by helping them to earn high GPAs.
  d. You can promote students' academic achievement by helping them to think more abstractly.

Ques. 2

You read in a professional magazine that the correlation between children's anxiety levels and their general effectiveness in social situations is .30. You should conclude that:
 
  a. Children who are highly anxious are more skillful in social situations, almost without exception.
  b. Children who have low levels of anxiety are more skillful in social situations, almost without exception.
  c. Children who are highly anxious tend to be more skillful in social situations, but with many children being exceptions to the rule.
  d. Children who have low levels of anxiety tend to be more skillful in

Ques. 3

Which one of the following best describes a correlational study?
 
  a. Multiple groups of participants are involved.
  b. Investigators look for naturally occurring associations.
  c. Participants are randomly assigned to treatment groups.
  d. Investigators can draw firm conclusions about cause-and-effect relationships.

Ques. 4

Of the following, which is the most effective way to incorporate the diverse cultures and values of your students in meaningful ways?
 
  a. Have a class multicultural food fair.
  b. Read folktales from countries around the world.
  c. Have students write family histories and share with the class.
  d. Have a cultural diversity month with guest speakers.

Ques. 5

Which one of the following strategies is the most appropriate way to advance children's thinking in the classroom?
 
  a. Set specific goals and provide a moderate amount of support.
  b. Set the same high expectations for all children.
  c. Set a general goal and allow children to accomplish it by themselves.
  d. Set many high goals and expect all children to reach them.

Ques. 6

Which of the following statements is the strongest argument to advocate for the importance of play in the life of a child?
 
  a. Play is recommended by those who study children.
  b. Play is something that can engage children while teachers plan lessons and assemble materials.
  c. Play is a natural part of childhood.
  d. Play is a primary way that children explore the world and learn to solve problems.

Ques. 7

What is the most appropriate way that adults can support a child's curiosity?
 
  a. Show them what to do in a step-by-step manner.
  b. Encourage participation in structured play and sports activities.
  c. Encourage exploration along with challenging educational experiences.
  d. Make choices for them because you know what will be beneficial.