A formal observation is defined as
A) an observation in which the supervisor helps the student teacher handle children.
B) when a supervisor slips in unnoticed and does not actively participate.
C) a time when the student teacher and supervisor cooperate.
D) when a time is set for the supervisor to arrive.
E) when the student teacher and supervisor have agreed on what will be observed.
Question 2One characteristic of reflective thinking in a student teacher is
A) being conservative and thinking conservatively.
B) never to change one's mind.
C) linking theory with practice.
D) making uniform choices.
E) always being sure about oneself.
Question 3When speaking about quality in preschool group care, it is safe to assume that quality depends on
A) whether or not a facility is licensed.
B) a planned program.
C) a congruent philosophy.
D) how much the program charges parents.
E) None of these answers are correct.
Question 4The main purpose of developing plans to acquire other teaching skills is to
A) facilitate student teachers' growth.
B) have student teachers learn all listed competencies.
C) make student teachers realize their limitations.
D) make student teachers realize their strengths.
E) make sure the profession maintains quality performance.
Question 5A student teacher's view of competency forms best when
A) others comment on student teaching episodes.
B) children are watched for growth following a student teacher's planned activities or behavior.
C) self-evaluation and feedback are combined.
D) parents assess the student teacher's effectiveness.
E) feedback includes comments from the entire staff.
Question 6The most widely accepted list of teacher competencies for teachers of children under age five is
A) graduating level competencies.
B) NAEYC competencies.
C) ECE competencies.
D) CDA competencies.
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