Question 1

Piaget proposed a theory of multiple intelligences.

Accepted Answer

Howard Gardner proposed the theory of multiple intelligences, not Jean Piaget. Piaget is known for his theory of cognitive development.

Question 2

Children should never be permitted to use invented spelling.

Accepted Answer

Invented spelling is a normal part of the language development process in children, allowing them to experiment with language and understand phonetic principles as they learn to read and write.

Question 3

Dispositions for learning can be tested for.

Accepted Answer

Dispositions for learning, such as curiosity, resilience, and motivation, are more about attitudes and habits of mind rather than concrete knowledge or skills that can be easily measured through traditional tests.

Question 4

In the primary years, children are moving into the stage of concrete operations.

Accepted Answer

In the primary years, typically ages 7 to 11, children are indeed moving into the stage of concrete operations according to Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development. This stage is characterized by the development of logical thought and the ability to handle abstract concepts in a more concrete manner.

Question 5

In supporting children's writing, teachers do all EXCEPT
A) offer events and experiences that encourage writing, such as thank you notes.
B) correct children's invented spelling.
C) provide tools to use, such as dictionaries and computers.
D) hold regular individual writing conferences, to assist children with necessary skills.

Accepted Answer

Correcting children's invented spelling can discourage creativity and the natural development of writing skills. Teachers often support the use of invented spelling in early writing stages to encourage phonetic awareness and writing fluency, focusing instead on content and ideas.

Question 6

Which is the LEAST effective response? NCLB legislation
A) provides more choices for parents.
B) mandates stronger accountability for results.
C) gives less freedom for states and communities.
D) tests reading and math from grades third through eighth.

Accepted Answer

The least effective response in terms of the goals of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) legislation is C) gives less freedom for states and communities. NCLB primarily aimed to increase accountability, provide more choices for parents, and ensure that students are proficient in math and reading by testing these subjects from grades third through eighth. While it did impose more federal requirements, stating it gives less freedom for states and communities does not align with the legislation's primary objectives of improving educational outcomes.

Question 7

Teachers and communities universally support the No Child Left Behind legislation.

Accepted Answer

The No Child Left Behind legislation has faced criticism and mixed support from teachers, communities, and educational experts due to concerns about its focus on standardized testing, its impact on curriculum breadth, and the feasibility of its goals.

Question 8

In encouraging writing in primary classrooms teachers do all EXCEPT
A) take dictation of stories.
B) emphasize penmanship.
C) provide experiences that necessitate writing.
D) give opportunities to observe teachers and older children writing.

Accepted Answer

Emphasizing penmanship does not directly encourage the act of writing in terms of creativity and expression, which is the primary goal in encouraging writing in primary classrooms. The other options (A, C, D) directly support the development of writing skills by creating an environment that values writing and demonstrates its importance and utility.

Question 9

Components of math for primary children described by the national standards include all EXCEPT
A) multiplication tables.
B) measurement.
C) patterns and relationships.
D) number concepts.

Accepted Answer

Multiplication tables are typically introduced in the later grades of primary education, not as an initial component. The other options (measurement, patterns and relationships, number concepts) are fundamental aspects of math for primary children as described by national standards.

Question 10

Appropriate opportunities to develop number concepts in primary classrooms include all EXCEPT
A) playing games with dice.
B) cooking.
C) painting.
D) setting the table for snack.

Accepted Answer

Painting is less directly related to developing number concepts compared to the other options. Playing games with dice, cooking, and setting the table involve counting, measuring, and understanding quantities, which are directly linked to number concepts. Painting, while beneficial for creativity and fine motor skills, does not inherently focus on number concepts.

Question 11

Curriculum in the primary years can be integrated using long term projects or theme study.

Accepted Answer

Integrating curriculum in the primary years through long-term projects or theme studies allows for a more holistic and engaging learning experience, connecting different subjects around a common theme or project.

Question 12

The theory of multiple intelligences was suggested by
A) Piaget.
B) Vygotsky.
C) Gardner.
D) Reggia.

Accepted Answer

Howard Gardner proposed the theory of multiple intelligences, which suggests that intelligence is not a single, fixed attribute, but rather a range of abilities, skills, and talents that individuals possess.

Question 13

Beginning readers should be taught
A) only phonics.
B) only whole word recognition.
C) some kind of decoding instruction and meaningful reading experiences.
D) using basal readers.

Accepted Answer

Beginning readers benefit most from a balanced approach that includes some form of decoding instruction (like phonics) alongside meaningful reading experiences. This combination helps in understanding the mechanics of reading as well as fostering a love for reading through engaging content.

Question 14

As facilitators teachers do all EXCEPT
A) prepare children to work collaboratively.
B) act as resource persons.
C) lecture frequently.
D) keep track of the children's work and progress.

Accepted Answer

Facilitators focus on guiding and assisting learning rather than delivering content through frequent lectures.

Question 15

Legislation that demands performance by all children in the same grade at the same level is incompatible with the concept of individual timetables for development.

Accepted Answer

Individual timetables for development acknowledge that children learn and develop at different rates, whereas legislation demanding uniform performance does not accommodate these individual differences.

Question 16

Select the statement that is NOT true. Integrated curriculum
A) allows children to use knowledge and skills from another area to explore subject matter.
B) only works with middle-class children.
C) allows children to use multiple intelligences.
D) allows teachers to balance standards and DAP.

Accepted Answer

Integrated curriculum is designed to be inclusive and beneficial for children from various backgrounds, not just those from middle-class backgrounds. It encourages the use of knowledge and skills across different areas, supports the use of multiple intelligences, and helps teachers balance standards with Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP).

Question 17

The DAP position statement mandates that decisions that have a major impact on children, such as school entry or retention, should have multiple sources of information.

Accepted Answer

The DAP (Developmentally Appropriate Practice) position statement emphasizes the importance of using multiple sources of information for making significant decisions affecting children, like school entry or retention, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the child's needs and capabilities.

Question 18

The purposes of assessment include all EXCEPT
A) to provide teachers with information needed to plan curriculum.
B) to decide how many children should be retained.
C) to help teachers and families monitor children's progress.
D) to evaluate and improve program effectiveness.

Accepted Answer

The primary purposes of assessment in education are to inform instruction, monitor student progress, and evaluate program effectiveness. Deciding how many children should be retained is not a purpose of assessment; rather, assessments should aim to support learning and development for all students.

Question 19

Piaget's concrete stage means that children no longer need direct physical experience to learn a new concept.

Accepted Answer

Piaget's concrete operational stage suggests that children can now use logical thinking to solve problems, but they still need concrete, physical experiences to fully understand new concepts. They are not yet able to think abstractly or hypothetically.

Question 20

Girls continue to be ahead of boys in fine motor development through the primary years.

Accepted Answer

Girls typically develop fine motor skills faster than boys, which includes tasks that require hand-eye coordination and dexterity, and this trend continues through the primary school years.

Quiz 16: Developmentally Appropriate Learning Environments: For Primary-Age Children

Piaget proposed a theory of multiple intelligences.

Children should never be permitted to use invented spelling.

Dispositions for learning can be tested for.

In the primary years, children are moving into the stage of concrete operations.

In supporting children's writing, teachers do all EXCEPT

Which is the LEAST effective response? NCLB legislation

Teachers and communities universally support the No Child Left Behind legislation.

In encouraging writing in primary classrooms teachers do all EXCEPT

Components of math for primary children described by the national standards include all EXCEPT

Appropriate opportunities to develop number concepts in primary classrooms include all EXCEPT

Curriculum in the primary years can be integrated using long term projects or theme study.

The theory of multiple intelligences was suggested by

Beginning readers should be taught

As facilitators teachers do all EXCEPT

Legislation that demands performance by all children in the same grade at the same level is incompatible with the concept of individual timetables for development.

Select the statement that is NOT true. Integrated curriculum

The DAP position statement mandates that decisions that have a major impact on children, such as school entry or retention, should have multiple sources of information.

The purposes of assessment include all EXCEPT

Piaget's concrete stage means that children no longer need direct physical experience to learn a new concept.

Girls continue to be ahead of boys in fine motor development through the primary years.