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What is the primary focus of Backward Design in curriculum development?

  • Designing curriculum from the end goal in mind (correct)
  • Creating assessments without learning objectives
  • Incorporating student feedback into lesson planning
  • Identifying teaching methods before learning goals

Which learning theory focuses on observation and imitation as a means of learning?

  • Behaviorism (correct)
  • Constructivism
  • Cognitivism
  • Humanism

What is the primary benefit of using close-ended questions in surveys?

  • They generate complex and varied responses
  • They allow for in-depth narrative feedback
  • They provide limited response options for ease of analysis (correct)
  • They require extensive time to answer

Which of the following is a characteristic of close-ended questions?

<p>They elicit specific information (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the strategy of breaking down complex tasks into smaller parts for easier understanding?

<p>Chunking (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which option describes blended learning?

<p>Integrating technology into traditional classroom settings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common application of close-ended questions?

<p>Large-scale surveys and polls (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which example best illustrates a close-ended question?

<p>Do you prefer cats or dogs? (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is cognitive dissonance?

<p>The state of having conflicting thoughts or beliefs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does differentiated instruction aim to achieve?

<p>Adjusting instruction based on students' interests and abilities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method emphasizes hands-on experiences and experimentation?

<p>Experiential learning (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Formative assessments are primarily designed to:

<p>Provide ongoing feedback to improve learning. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines cooperative learning?

<p>Collaborative work towards a common goal. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cultural competence involves:

<p>Understanding and appreciating cultural differences. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does direct instruction focus on?

<p>Presenting information directly in a structured format. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Emotional intelligence instruction aims to teach students:

<p>To recognize and regulate their emotions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Backward Design

  • Designing curriculum from the end goal in mind

Behaviorism

  • Learning theory emphasizes the role of observation and imitation in learning

Blended Learning

  • The practice of integrating technology into the classroom to enhance learning

Chunking

  • Breaking down complex tasks into smaller, manageable steps

Close Ended Question

  • Specific, limited response in the form of a short answer, a yes/no answer, or selecting from a predetermined set of response options
  • Used to gather specific information quickly and efficiently

Cognitive Dissonance

  • State of having conflicting thoughts or beliefs

Constructivism

  • Learning theory that emphasizes the importance of social interaction in learning

Cooperative Learning

  • Students working together towards a common goal to promote collaboration and sharing of information

Cultural Competence

  • Ability to understand and appreciate cultural differences

Curriculum Mapping

  • The teaching method that involves breaking down the curriculum into discrete units of study

Differentiated Instruction

  • Adjusting instruction based on students' interests and abilities
  • Adapting instruction to the needs of individual students by providing choices in how they demonstrate their understanding

Direct Instruction

  • Teaching method that involves presenting information directly to students in a structured manner

Emotional Intelligence

  • Ability to understand and manage one's own emotions and those of others

Emotional Intelligence Instruction

  • Instructional strategy that involves teaching students to recognize and regulate their emotions

Experiential Learning

  • Teaching method that emphasizes the use of hands-on experiences and experimentation

Fluid Intelligence

  • Ability to solve problems and adapt to new situations

Formative Assessment

  • Adjusting instruction based on students' ongoing progress and understanding, and providing ongoing, specific feedback to students to improve learning
  • Designed to provide ongoing feedback to both teachers and students during the learning process
  • Examples include: quizzes, exit tickets, and think-pair-share

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