Question 1

Paraeducators can use the physical education period as their break.

Accepted Answer

Paraeducators are hired to assist teachers in the classroom, which includes assisting in physical education classes. They are expected to participate in the activities and provide support to the teacher and students. Therefore, they cannot use this period as their break.

Question 2

Peer tutors can be paired with children with disabilities as buddies, because there is really not a lot of time for training them.

Accepted Answer

Peer tutors should be trained properly to work with children with disabilities to ensure they are able to provide appropriate support and accommodations. It is not appropriate to simply pair them up without sufficient training or understanding of the child's disability and needs.

Question 3

Peer tutors must be highly skilled athletes, as they will have to demonstrate and give feedback to their peers.

Accepted Answer

Peer tutors do not necessarily have to be highly skilled athletes, but they should have a good understanding of the sport or activity they are tutoring in, as well as strong communication and teaching skills.

Question 4

Professional preparation students must be given clear directions in order for them to be successful.

Accepted Answer

Providing clear directions is crucial for the success of professional preparation students as they need to know precisely what is required of them in order to achieve their goals. Ambiguity in instructions can lead to confusion and may hinder the students' ability to perform to their best potential.

Question 5

All support personnel must be constantly monitored and given feedback in order to ensure success.

Accepted Answer

Constant monitoring and feedback are important for supporting personnel to improve their performance and ensure success in their role.

Question 6

If you are using professional preparation students, a letter should be sent to the professor of the program to let them know what you need.

Accepted Answer

It is important to communicate with the professor of the program to ensure that the students are adequately prepared for the task at hand. A letter explaining your needs and expectations can help both you and the professor ensure that the students are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.

Question 7

The teacher does not have to know too much about the goals of the university program, as the professional preparation students are really coming to help with the children with disabilities.

Accepted Answer

The teacher should have knowledge about the goals of the university program as it would give them a better understanding of the students' professional preparation and how to support them in working with children with disabilities.

Question 8

When using retirees it is important to ask them what they are comfortable doing; they are volunteering, and you want them to be comfortable.

Accepted Answer

When working with retirees as volunteers, it is crucial to take into account their comfort levels and preferences. They have chosen to volunteer their time, and it's important to ensure that they are happy with the tasks they are assigned to do.

Question 9

It is important to discuss any new peer tutor initiative with administration before it is implemented to ensure agreement and understanding.

Accepted Answer

It is essential to get approval and support from the school administration before beginning any new peer tutor initiative.

Question 10

Peer tutor training programs usually take a long time (more than 3 hours), so make sure you have a lot of time set aside.

Accepted Answer

Peer tutor training programs can vary in length, but many are designed to be concise and can be completed in a few hours, making them accessible for individuals with varying schedules.

Question 11

Which of the following types of peer tutoring should be used with young children?

Accepted Answer

Cross age peer tutoring, where an older student helps a younger student, is typically the most appropriate type of peer tutoring for young children. This is because the older student can serve as a role model and mentor for the younger student, and the power dynamic is less likely to be an issue compared to same-age peer tutoring. Classwide peer tutoring, reciprocal peer tutoring, and bidirectional peer tutoring may be more appropriate for older students.

Question 12

When should peer tutors be trained?

Accepted Answer

Providing training opportunities in a variety of time slots allows for flexibility and accommodates the schedules of potential peer tutors. Offering training before and/or after school can be convenient for students who participate in extracurricular activities or have other obligations during the school day. Conducting training during lunchtime can be a good option for students who have free time during that period. Similarly, training during a study hall can be beneficial for students who have a study hall block in their schedule. Therefore, offering training in all of these time slots may increase the likelihood of recruiting a diverse group of peer tutors.

Question 13

Which of the following statement is false about paraeducators?

Accepted Answer

Paraeducators are not typically responsible for creating lesson plans. Their role is to support the teacher and assist with tasks such as providing instruction, assessment, and feedback, helping with attendance, and taking care of basic needs like taking a child to the nurse if necessary.

Question 14

Paraeducators must be motivated to be an active part of the physical education program. Which of the following is a sure way to get them involved in your classes?

Accepted Answer

Giving paraeducators a locker to use for class shows them that they are a valued and important part of the physical education program. Providing them with lesson plans and instructions helps them feel confident in their role and allows them to effectively support the teacher and students. Putting their name on a bulletin board or in a newsletter thanking them publicly recognizes their contributions and encourages them to continue to be involved in the program. Therefore, all of the above options are sure ways to get paraeducators involved in physical education classes.

Question 15

Support staff should be trained in order to ensure everyone's success. When should this take place?

Accepted Answer

Support staff training should take place before classes, right after initial training, after the first class, and ongoing throughout the whole year. This will ensure that the staff is well-prepared to support students' needs and facilitate their success throughout the academic year.

Question 16

In order for peer tutors to be affective, they must know which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Peer tutors must have knowledge about both the child's disability and the specific unit being covered to be effective in helping their peer. Knowing the child's disability allows peer tutors to understand any potential barriers or challenges the child may face in learning the material, while knowledge of the specific unit being covered ensures that the peer tutor can provide accurate and relevant assistance. Knowing the names of all the students in the class may be helpful, but it is not essential to the effectiveness of the peer tutor.

Question 17

When setting up a peer tutor training program, it is important to do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Including the child with the disability in the peer tutor training program promotes inclusivity and allows the child to have a say in their own learning process. Option B may not be feasible in all cases and could potentially create a dependence on one specific peer tutor. Option C limits the time available for peer tutor training and may not be the most effective use of the class period.

Question 18

When the goal is to promote socialization, the best form of support personnel would be which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Same-age peer tutors can provide more opportunities for socialization as they are able to relate to the child's experiences and interests. They can also serve as positive role models and help the child develop social skills while having fun with a friend. Grandparents and paraeducators may also provide support, but they may not necessarily be the best choice for promoting socialization. Professional preparation students may be cool to work with, but they may not have the same level of experience in supporting socialization as a peer tutor.

Question 19

When training peer tutors, the instructor should be sure to train at least ___tutors, so there are always enough and to allow more children get a turn.

Accepted Answer

At least three peer tutors should be trained to ensure that there are enough tutors to attend to various children's needs, and so that each tutor can get a turn to work with a child. Having only one or two tutors may result in inadequate attention to the children, which could be detrimental to the learning process. Having four or more tutors may not be necessary, although it depends on the size of the group being tutored.

Question 20

Paraeducators have often been barriers to socialization for children with disabilities. For this reason, they must promote social interaction. Which of the following, related to promoting social interaction, should be avoided?

Accepted Answer

Partnering with the child with a disability during activities can inadvertently isolate them from their peers, hindering their social interaction rather than promoting it.

Quiz 8: Support Personnel in Physical Education