Question 1

Feedback is most valuable for student learning when it is has all of the following characteristics EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

The only characteristic that is NOT essential for valuable feedback is that it is corrective. While corrective feedback can be helpful, it is not the only type of feedback that can promote student learning. Feedback that is based on performance, given frequently, and comprehensible is more likely to help students improve their understanding and skills.

Question 2

Some exceptionalities are genetically linked to ethnicity.

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Some exceptionalities, such as sickle cell anemia, are more prevalent in certain ethnic groups due to genetic factors.

Question 3

A definition of culture usually includes world views.

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Culture is often defined as a shared set of beliefs, values, customs, behaviors, and artifacts that characterize a group or society. World views, or the way people see and understand the world, are an integral part of culture and shape many of its elements.

Question 4

A recommended technique of breaking down prejudice and encouraging positive interactions among students with different characteristics is

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Cooperative learning is a recommended technique for breaking down prejudice and encouraging positive interactions among students with different characteristics. This technique provides an opportunity for students from different backgrounds to work and learn together towards a common goal, which can help to reduce stereotypes and increase empathy and understanding between students. Peer tutoring can also be effective, but it is more focused on academic support rather than social interaction. Immersion and direct instruction may not provide the same level of opportunity for students to interact and build relationships with each other.

Question 5

According to the authors,educators should promote true multicultural awareness by

Accepted Answer

The authors suggest that educators should embrace cultural identities to promote true multicultural awareness. This means recognizing and valuing the unique backgrounds and experiences of different groups, rather than trying to eliminate differences or ignoring them through the use of colorblind or homogeneous approaches. It does not necessarily mean never using labels to refer to specific groups, nor does it require solely using heterogeneous groupings.

Question 6

A viable multicultural curriculum cannot be created and handed out to teachers because

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Teachers play a critical role in implementing any curriculum. They bring their values, perspectives, and teaching styles to the classroom, which influences what and how they teach. Involving teachers in the development of a multicultural curriculum would ensure that it reflects the needs of their students and is implemented effectively.

Question 7

When a student sees a teacher use a learning strategy and then tries it out,the technique is called

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The described situation fits the definition of reciprocal teaching, where the teacher models a strategy and then encourages the student to try it out themselves. Team teaching involves multiple teachers working together to instruct a group of students, scaffolded instruction involves breaking down a task into manageable steps, and copy teaching is not a recognized educational term.

Question 8

Each of the following statements is true EXCEPT

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Extended conversations with complex linguistic structures are not always necessary for all learning contexts, making this statement the exception.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true?

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Appropriately challenging tasks are those that a given student finds just manageable. This means that the challenge is not too easy or too difficult for the student, but rather at a level where they can succeed with effort and perseverance. This applies to all students, regardless of cultural background or disability. Option A cannot be determined universally as there may be some students who are not being challenged appropriately. Option B is incorrect and may unintentionally limit the potential of these students. Option D is a stereotype and should not be applied to all teachers.

Question 10

Tactics that aid memory,such as rhymes or images,are called

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Tactics such as rhymes or images that aid memory are called mnemonics. Scaffolds are external supports or structures that aid learning, visual organizers are tools that help in organizing information, and reminders are cues that help in recalling information. Therefore, the best choice is B, mnemonics.

Question 11

Students who are Lesbian,Gay,Bisexual or Transgender (LGBT)are more likely than their heterosexual peers to

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that LGBT students are more likely to experience verbal, physical, and cyber harassment from their peers, leading to a negative impact on their overall well-being and academic performance.

Question 12

According to Hallahan and Kauffman,educators are ethnocentric with respect to discipline.By this,they mean that educators

Accepted Answer

The term "ethnocentric" means having a belief in the superiority of one's own culture or ethnic group. Hallahan and Kaufman believe that educators are ethnocentric with respect to discipline because they tend to believe that their own views and approaches to discipline are correct, while dismissing or devaluing other cultural perspectives. This can lead to a lack of understanding or sensitivity towards students from different cultural backgrounds, and can contribute to conflict or misunderstandings between educators and families.

Question 13

In the pursuit of equality and fairness,educational reformers are working toward all of the following EXCEPT

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The other choices are all efforts that educational reformers are making in order to work towards equality and fairness. However, involving families is also an important aspect of educational reform and is not something that is being avoided by reformers.

Question 14

A technique in which the teacher assists the student in learning a task and then phases out help as the student learns to use the strategy independently is called

Accepted Answer

The technique described in the question is known as scaffolded instruction. Scaffolding involves providing temporary support to help students learn a task or concept, and then gradually removing that support as students become more capable and self-sufficient in using the skill or strategy. Hand-over-hand instruction is a type of physical prompting that may be used in some cases, but it is not the best answer to this question. Supported instruction is not a commonly used term in education, and mnemonic instruction is a specific type of strategy used to help learners remember information, rather than a technique for teaching new skills.

Question 15

The primary purpose of multicultural education is to teach children of ethnic minorities about their history and the intellectual,social,and artistic contributions of their ancestors.

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Multicultural education aims to teach all students about the diversity of cultures, ethnicities, and histories, including those of ethnic minorities, to promote understanding, respect, and appreciation for all cultures, not just to teach children of ethnic minorities about their own backgrounds.

Question 16

Tolerance is best described as

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Tolerance is the acceptance and appreciation of differences, whether it be in race, culture, religion, or ideology. It is respecting and valuing these differences rather than simply enduring or putting up with them.

Question 17

The twin pursuits of equality and fairness have led educational reformers toward four instructional goals including

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Teaching tolerance and appreciation of difference is a crucial instructional goal that promotes equality and fairness in education. It helps students understand and accept different backgrounds and perspectives, thereby fostering a more inclusive learning environment. Options A, C, and D do not align with the pursuit of equality and fairness in education as they either promote segregation, uniformity, or low expectations for certain student groups.

Question 18

Some special programs have been designed to accommodate specific learning characteristics of culturally diverse students.What effect have these programs had on students' achievement and self-esteem?

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The answer of Some special programs have been designed to...

Question 19

Instructional approaches that allow teachers to provide culturally sensitive instruction include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

English-only instruction does not allow for cultural sensitivity as it disregards non-English speaking students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Co-operative learning, cross-age grouping, and classwide peer tutoring encourage interaction and collaboration among students of different backgrounds and can help foster a culturally sensitive learning environment.

Question 20

An approach to teaching language-minority students in which students are taught for most of the day in their native languages and later make the transition to English is

Accepted Answer

The approach described in the question is known as the native-language emphasis approach. This approach prioritizes teaching students in their native language, allowing them to fully understand concepts and academic material before transitioning to English gradually. This approach has been shown to be effective in promoting academic achievement and language development for language-minority students.

Quiz 3: Multicultural and Bilingual Aspects of Special Education