Question 1

When making a science lesson plan, teachers can ask themselves, "What am I hoping the students will get out of this science experience," which is part of the lesson plan that:​
A) ​helps teachers attract students' interest.
B) ​asks teachers to state the problem or concept the students are exploring.
C) ​describes the disciplinary core ideas.
D) ​describes the activity that the students will be doing.

Accepted Answer

The question is referring specifically to the part of the lesson plan that asks teachers to state the learning objective or goal. This is typically done in the form of describing the problem or concept that the students will be exploring. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer. The other choices describe different elements of a science lesson plan, but they do not specifically address the question being asked.

Question 2

An example of the Reveal component is:​
A) ​if the students say, "It takes up more space," the teachers say back, "The cylinder has more volumes."
B) ​the teacher can use Word Walls.
C) ​to stress the word "model", the teacher can say, "I see the model of the earth."
D) ​giving the name of parts of an atom (electrons, neutrons, protons).

Accepted Answer

Giving the name of parts of an atom (electrons, neutrons, protons) is an example of the Reveal component, as it involves providing students with new information or a new concept.

Question 3

The Replace component of the 5R instructional model is when the teacher:​
A) ​provides or introduces students to the vocabulary.
B) ​uses the language that emerges within student talk from the context of the lesson to substitute informal with more formal words.
C) ​uses the strategies of language instruction to visit words a second time.
D) ​says the word multiple times in different forms.

Accepted Answer

The Replace component involves substituting informal language with more formal vocabulary that emerges from student talk within the context of the lesson. This helps students expand their vocabulary and use appropriate language in different settings. A, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of the Replace component.

Question 4

The question that teachers could ask themselves while planning the elaborate phase is:​
A) ​How will I know what the students have learned?
B) ​What will the students be examining and exploring on behalf of their own learning?
C) ​How will I attract students' interest in the topic?
D) ​How will the activity connect to what we have been doing in class?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

The author considers several types of questions, including questions that invite students to action, questions that access students' own ideas and prior knowledge, and:​
A) ​questions that ask for repetition of memorized materials.
B) ​questions that help check for understanding.
C) ​questions that cause confusion.
D) ​questions that ask for route memory items.

Accepted Answer

The other options are not ideal types of questions as they do not necessarily promote higher level thinking and engagement. Option A is a lower level question that tests memorization rather than understanding. Option C is not a desirable outcome of a question and is likely to discourage participation. Option D also focuses on memorization instead of application or analysis of information. Option B is the best choice as it assesses understanding and allows the teacher to adjust instruction accordingly.

Question 6

Studies have found that the major issues for the underrepresentation of females and people of color is:​
A) ​they are often not interested in science.
B) ​they often do not like science.
C) ​science is often taught without personal connections between science and student's lives.
D) ​science is often taught with a deep understanding of who the students are.

Accepted Answer

Studies have found that one of the major issues for the underrepresentation of females and people of color in science is that science is often taught without personal connections between science and student's lives. This lack of connection can lead to a disconnect between students and the subject matter, making it less appealing to them.

Question 7

The question that teachers could ask themselves while planning the explore phase is:​
A) ​How will I know what the students have learned?
B) ​What will the students be examining and exploring on behalf of their own learning?
C) ​How will I attract students' interest in the topic?
D) ​How will the activity connect to what we have been doing in class?

Accepted Answer

The explore phase is all about student-led exploration and inquiry. Teachers should be asking themselves what the students will be examining and exploring on behalf of their own learning. The other options are also important considerations, but they are more relevant to other phases of the inquiry-based learning process.

Question 8

The Reload component of the 5R instructional model is when the teacher​
A) ​uses the strategies of language instruction to visit words a second time.
B) ​says the word multiple times in different forms.
C) ​restructures the sentences to have the linguistic features associated with the discipline.
D) ​provides or introduces students to the vocabulary.

Accepted Answer

The Reload component involves revisiting words a second time using language instruction strategies to reinforce understanding.

Question 9

Questions that lead to multiple answers are called:​
A) ​multiple choice questions.
B) ​closed-ended questions.
C) ​observational questions.
D) ​open-ended questions.

Accepted Answer

Open-ended questions allow for a variety of responses and do not limit the respondent to a predetermined set of answers. This can lead to more detailed and informative responses.

Question 10

How do role models encourage inclusive participation in science?

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

Describe a situation where it would be important to depart from the lesson plan.

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Describe one type of assistive technology that could aid a student who struggles with writing.

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

The author recommends that teachers build in flexibility for their allotted time, in order to:​
A) ​allow time for engaging students in a scientific activity.
B) ​ensure that the materials are cleaned up.
C) ​allow time to assign homework.
D) ​summatively assess students.

Accepted Answer

Building in flexibility for allotted time allows teachers to have more time to engage students in a scientific activity, which is a crucial part of the learning process in science education. The other answer choices (B, C, and D) do not necessarily require flexibility in allotted time.

Question 14

Think of a science concept and construct three questions using the guidelines in the chapter.

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

Choose a science concept and describe how this could be adapted to assist ELLs.

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 12: Creating the Science Experience in Your Classroom: Planning and Letting Go

When making a science lesson plan, teachers can ask themselves, "What am I hoping the students will get out of this science experience," which is part of the lesson plan that:​

An example of the Reveal component is:​

The Replace component of the 5R instructional model is when the teacher:​

The question that teachers could ask themselves while planning the elaborate phase is:​

The author considers several types of questions, including questions that invite students to action, questions that access students' own ideas and prior knowledge, and:​

Studies have found that the major issues for the underrepresentation of females and people of color is:​

The question that teachers could ask themselves while planning the explore phase is:​

The Reload component of the 5R instructional model is when the teacher​

Questions that lead to multiple answers are called:​

How do role models encourage inclusive participation in science?

Describe a situation where it would be important to depart from the lesson plan.

Describe one type of assistive technology that could aid a student who struggles with writing.

The author recommends that teachers build in flexibility for their allotted time, in order to:​

Think of a science concept and construct three questions using the guidelines in the chapter.

Choose a science concept and describe how this could be adapted to assist ELLs.

When making a science lesson plan, teachers can ask themselves, "What am I hoping the students will get out of this science experience," which is part of the lesson plan that:

An example of the Reveal component is:

The Replace component of the 5R instructional model is when the teacher:

The question that teachers could ask themselves while planning the elaborate phase is:

The author considers several types of questions, including questions that invite students to action, questions that access students' own ideas and prior knowledge, and:

Studies have found that the major issues for the underrepresentation of females and people of color is:

The question that teachers could ask themselves while planning the explore phase is:

The Reload component of the 5R instructional model is when the teacher

Questions that lead to multiple answers are called:

The author recommends that teachers build in flexibility for their allotted time, in order to: