Teachers who want to move from rigid pre-planning to a more emergent approach could do all but
a. try leaving the theme open in terms of time frame.
b. really listen to children; to learn their questions and interests.
c. buy a new curriculum guide.
d. try adding new materials and observe how children use them.
Question 2In addition to observations, teachers may
a. use portfolios.
b. collect work samples.
c. Neither use portfolios or collect work samples.
d. Both use portfolios or collect work samples.
Question 3Methods that some teachers use for note-taking include all but
a. carrying sticky notes or file cards at all times.
b. taking a quick digital picture to help recall later.
c. trying to remember at the end of the week.
d. keeping a clipboard in several areas of the room.
Question 4Classroom arrangements that allow teachers time for observation include all but
a. providing open-ended materials that children can use without assistance. b. teacher-led lessons.
c. creating clear and separate work-spaces to avoid conflict.
d. providing large time-blocks for children to work, avoiding too many transitions.
Question 5Backtracking allows teachers to
a. analyze play activities to see how the standards have been met.
b. reflect on activities at the end of the year.
c. reframe lesson plans to use them again.
d. repeat past activities year after year.
Question 6Advantages to having early learning standards include providing
a. higher expectations for children.
b. a mechanism for observation.
c. higher expectations for families.
d. higher expectations for teachers.
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