Deck 4: Improving the Effectiveness of Instruction and Feedback

Question 1

Effective and meaningful instructions include

A)one or two key points,short descriptions,and combined management and instructional episodes.
B)one or two key points,short descriptions,and separate management and instructional episodes.
C)four or five key points,short descriptions,and combined management and instructional episodes.
D)four or five key points,long descriptions,and separate management and instructional episodes.

Answer 1

one or two key points,short descriptions,and separate management and instructional episodes.

Question 2

Meaningful skill instruction includes all of the following EXCEPT

A)the definition of the skill.
B)the elements or parts of the skill.
C)information about when,why,and how the skill should be used.
D)feedback about the performance of the skill.

Answer 2

feedback about the performance of the skill.

Question 3

All of the following are appropriate methods for demonstrating a physical activity or skill EXCEPT

A)using a teacher demonstration.
B)showing a clip from a DVD or videotape.
C)asking a student who is correctly performing the skill to demonstrate how to perform correctly.
D)asking a student who is incorrectly performing the skill to demonstrate what "not to do."

Answer 3

asking a student who is incorrectly performing the skill to demonstrate what "not to do."

Question 4

When designing student outcomes,they should include

A)established standards and clearly identified consequences.
B)established standards and clearly identified content to be learned.
C)defined observable behavior and clearly identified consequences.
D)defined observable behavior and clearly identified content to be learned.

Question 5

Telling the students to be prepared to demonstrate a skill is an example of a(n)

A)entry level activity.
B)anticipatory set.
C)check for understanding.
D)instructional cue.

Question 6

Feedback that focuses on the unfavorable aspects of a student's performance is ________ feedback.

A)negative
B)corrective
C)positive
D)extrinsic

Question 7

All of the following are true about the closure of a lesson EXCEPT

A)it names activities that were practiced.
B)it helps increase retention due to the review of what was learned.
C)it can show how movement patterns in different skills are similar to each other.
D)it reminds students to share what they have learned with parents.

Question 8

Monitoring class performance by varying teacher location

A)allows students to exhibit deviant behaviors.
B)allows the teacher to be unpredictable and observe from the most effective vantage point.
C)makes it difficult to give equal feedback and attention to all students.
D)makes it difficult for the teacher to make eye contact with all students.

Question 9

All of the following are characteristics of an effective learning environment EXCEPT

A)students are held to the highest expectations.
B)students are engaged in appropriate learning activities for a large percentage of time.
C)students spend a limited amount of time waiting in line.
D)students are given clear objectives and receive meaningful feedback.

Question 10

Monitoring class performance ensures that students ________ and ________.

A)stay motivated; become proficient
B)stay motivated; practice activities correctly
C)stay on task; become proficient
D)stay on task; practice activities correctly

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate way to check for student understanding?

A)Ask if everyone understands.
B)Have students touch their chin if the demonstration was correct.
C)Use peer evaluations.
D)Use written feedback.

Question 12

Which of the following teacher characteristics does NOT help create an effective learning environment?

A)Planning transitions ahead of time so they will go smoothly
B)Giving instructions and allowing students to play a game immediately
C)Showing enthusiasm by constantly walking around and interacting with students
D)Fostering a supportive atmosphere by encouraging learning and positive student attitudes

Question 13

All of the following are true about feedback EXCEPT

A)it improves student self-concept.
B)it improves the focus of performance.
C)it increases the rate of off-task behavior.
D)it improves student understanding.

Question 14

Which of the following includes keywords that quickly and efficiently communicate proper technique and performance of skills and movement tasks?

A)Entry level
B)Anticipatory set
C)Student outcome
D)Instructional cue

Question 15

When using instructional cues,they should be

A)short,action-oriented,and disconnected.
B)short,action-oriented,and integrated.
C)vague,action-oriented,and disconnected.
D)vague,action-oriented,and integrated.

Question 16

It is important for teachers to begin an activity at entry level because

A)most students are incapable of anything beyond this level.
B)this promotes a positive feeling among students and builds upon their success.
C)students are motivated by failure.
D)instruction and learning occur when students all begin at the same level.

Question 17

Which of the following is an appropriate physical activity outcome for students?

A)Students will be able to understand how to kick the ball by reaching the target five out of ten times.
B)Students will be able to jump rope while partners are turning the rope.
C)Students will be able to keep the ball in motion by dribbling the basketball seven consecutive times.
D)Students will be able to appreciate physical activity.

Question 18

A technique designed to focus students on an upcoming learning task is a(n)

A)entry level.
B)anticipatory set.
C)student outcome.
D)instructional cue.

Question 19

Which of the following is an effective anticipatory set?

A)"Try to bounce the ball on your racket 10 times without losing control.I will observe you."
B)"Stand toe to toe with a partner."
C)"Step,turn,throw."
D)"I like how you stepped with the opposite foot when you threw that time."

Question 20

The ________ is a time to review learning that has taken place during the lesson.

A)anticipatory set
B)instructional cue
C)check for understanding
D)closure

Question 21

Feedback that is external and comes from an outside source is ________ feedback.

A)negative
B)corrective
C)positive
D)extrinsic

Question 22

A student who feels his follow through point toward the target is experiencing ________ feedback.

A)negative
B)positive
C)intrinsic
D)extrinsic

Question 23

To make instruction meaningful and personal,all of the following are important EXCEPT

A)teaching for diversity.
B)avoid stereotyping based on gender.
C)allowing students to make all the decisions.
D)personalizing instruction.

Question 24

"Try bringing your elbow up when you strike the ball," is ________ feedback.

A)negative
B)corrective
C)positive
D)extrinsic

Question 25

The best way to distribute feedback evenly is to

A)offer feedback that is group-oriented to reach the most students.
B)move systematically from student to student.
C)have students observe each other.
D)single out a student who is performing the skill correctly.

Question 26

The four major variables influencing how teachers and students think and learn are

A)race/ethnicity,gender,attitude,and character.
B)race/ethnicity,gender,attitude,and appearance.
C)race/ethnicity,gender,cooperation,and appearance.
D)race/ethnicity,gender,social class,and ability.

Question 27

________ are forms of nonverbal feedback.

A)A wink,a thumbs up and a praise
B)A frown,a finger to the lips and a negative statement
C)Smiles,giving high fives and a compliment
D)Smiles,giving high fives and a pat on the back

Question 28

________ is a teaching tip that helps increase instructional effectiveness in a diverse setting.

A)Insisting that students mix heterogeneously for group activities
B)Offering the students a choice of tasks
C)Limiting the number of choices
D)Using self-competition

Question 29

________ is critical in the early stages of learning motor skills because it provides information about an incorrect or unsuccessful performance.

A)Corrective feedback
B)Intrinsic feedback
C)Knowledge of results
D)Knowledge of performance

Question 30

Feedback that is given with the intention of correcting or solving a problem is ________ feedback.

A)negative
B)corrective
C)positive
D)extrinsic

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a question to consider when working with children of a different group or culture?

A)What is their favorite sport?
B)What are their important cultural values?
C)Who are influential individuals in their group?
D)What are their religious and political beliefs?

Question 32

________ is a strategy that helps students learn to make decisions in a safe environment.

A)Insisting that students mix heterogeneously for group activities
B)Including activities in the curriculum that appeal to both boys and girls
C)Limiting the number of choices
D)Using self-competition

Question 33

Knowledge of results is ________ feedback.

A)negative
B)positive
C)intrinsic
D)extrinsic

Question 34

Which of the following is an example of positive feedback that includes value content?

A)"Way to throw that ball!"
B)"Try to keep space between you and your opponent."
C)"I wish you would concentrate on the task at hand."
D)"Nice kick.You contacted the ball with the inside of your foot."

Question 35

________ is a teaching tip that helps minimize stereotyping by gender.

A)Insisting that students mix heterogeneously for group activities
B)Including activities in the curriculum that appeal to both boys and girls
C)Limiting the number of choices
D)Using self-competition

Question 36

"Your timing is off for your jumps," is ________ feedback.

A)negative
B)corrective
C)positive
D)extrinsic

Question 37

"I like how you used your personal space during that tag game," is ________ feedback.

A)negative
B)corrective
C)positive
D)intrinsic

Question 38

The most appropriate timing for feedback includes

A)instant feedback with an opportunity to practice immediately.
B)delayed feedback with an opportunity to practice immediately.
C)instant feedback with no opportunity to practice immediately.
D)Delayed feedback with an opportunity to practice immediately.

Question 39

An investigation regarding Title IX indicated that

A)girls receive equal opportunities to participate in athletics and are treated equal to their male counterparts.
B)girls receive equal opportunities to participate in athletics but are treated worse than their male counterparts.
C)girls receive fewer opportunities to participate in athletics but are treated equal to their male counterparts.
D)girls receive fewer opportunities to participate in athletics and are treated worse then their male counterparts.

Question 40

________ is verbal,extrinsic in nature,and relates to the quality of the skill performance.

A)Corrective feedback
B)Intrinsic feedback
C)Knowledge of results
D)Knowledge of performance

Question 41

To be an active listener,a teacher should

A)maintain eye contact,nod the head in agreement,and move toward the speaker.
B)maintain eye contact,avoid nodding the head,and move toward the speaker.
C)maintain eye contact,nod the head in agreement,and keep a distance from the speaker.
D)maintain eye contact,avoid nodding the head,and keep a distance from the speaker.

Question 42

For skill instruction to be meaningful,it should include at least three key points.

Question 43

It is always necessary to use anticipatory set.

Question 44

"Students will understand three different jumping patterns for jump bands," is a measurable student outcome.

Question 45

Instructional cues are keywords that quickly and efficiently communicate proper technique and performance of skills and movement tasks.

Question 46

Anticipatory set should be used to inform students of desired outcomes or to reveal the skill level of students in the class.

Question 47

A good time to conduct a closure is while students are lining up to transition to another area.

Question 48

Feedback given with the intention to solve a problem is negative feedback.

Question 49

To establish a positive bond with students and create a learning environment of trust,a teacher should do all of the following EXCEPT

A)speak about the behavior of students as opposed to their personal character.
B)offer corrective feedback in front of the class.
C)communicate about problems when they occur.
D)accentuate the positive.

Question 50

A teacher who tells students exactly what is expected of them is creating an effective learning environment.

Question 51

The best source of a physical activity demonstration is the teacher because he or she should be able to demonstrate all activities required of students.

Question 52

It is appropriate to constantly offer corrective feedback because it promotes an effective learning environment.

Question 53

________ is a way to personalize instruction to accommodate ability differences among children.

A)Bringing in a guest speaker who represents diversity in race and/or gender.
B)Offering open-ended tasks
C)Limiting the number of choices
D)Using self-competition

Question 54

Which of the following statements speaks about the behavior of the student as opposed to her personal character?

A)"Please don't be so selfish and take the ball from Sherry.Grab one from the basket."
B)"Why do you always try to get away with things like that? Please ask me for a ball and you can have one."
C)"Taking the ball away from another student is inappropriate.Borrow one from the bucket."
D)"Why do you always take things away from other students,you silly girl?"

Question 55

A measurable student outcome includes observable behavior and specific content to be learned.

Question 56

Closure is a time to review learning that has taken place during the lesson.

Question 57

It is important for students to work on parts of a skill before working on the whole skill.

Question 58

"Does everybody understand?" is an appropriate method for checking for understanding.

Question 59

When monitoring class performance,a teacher should give instructions from the perimeter and vary his or her location regularly.

Question 60

To communicate with empathy and understanding,it is important that a teacher is an effective ________ and ________.

A)teacher; friend
B)role model; friend
C)speaker; listener
D)speaker; friend

Question 61

To be an effective listener,it is important to communicate to students that interrupting you or other students is unacceptable behavior.

Question 62

"Way to go!" is an example of positive feedback with value content.

Question 63

Student performance is strongly influenced by their teacher's expectations.

Question 64

Students will be more willing to try new ways of performing a skill if they are allowed time to practice without close observation.

Question 65

To help distribute feedback equally,having students observe peers is always effective.

Question 66

Seeing one's performance on video is a type of intrinsic feedback.

Question 67

Multicultural education allows all students to reach their potential regardless of the diversity.

Question 68

Allowing students to select the equipment they use for juggling (e.g.,scarves,balls,rubber chickens)is an effective way to allow students to make decisions.

Question 69

One way to become an effective speaker is to tell students what they are doing incorrectly during feedback.

Question 70

Cooperative learning is one way to teach for diversity.

Question 71

Teachers pay more attention to girls,but tolerate aggression more in boys.

Question 72

It is most appropriate to focus on knowledge of results with youngsters because they are learning new skills and need feedback about their technique.

Question 73

Nonverbal feedback,such as a finger to the lips to signal a student to be quiet,is often more meaningful than words.

Question 74

Students become bored if the success rate is too high.

Question 75

Feedback geared towards the process of the skill is considered knowledge of performance.