Professional Learning Strategies Quiz

What is the primary focus of the teacher's collaboration with learners, families, and colleagues?

To develop shared values and expectations
To communicate effectively with diverse learners
To build a safe and positive learning climate (correct)
To manage the learning environment

Which strategy does the teacher use to build learner self-direction and ownership of learning?

Communicating verbally and nonverbally to demonstrate respect for diverse perspectives
Engaging learners in evaluating the learning environment
Organizing and coordinating resources
Designing learning experiences that engage learners in collaborative and self-directed learning (correct)

How does the teacher help learners work productively and cooperatively with each other?

By establishing and monitoring elements of a safe and productive learning environment (correct)
By promoting responsible learner use of interactive technologies
By building learner capacity to collaborate in face-to-face and virtual environments
By communicating in ways that demonstrate respect for diverse cultural backgrounds

What is the teacher's role in managing the learning environment?

To actively and equitably engage learners by organizing, allocating, and coordinating resources (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does the teacher build learner capacity to collaborate in virtual environments?

By applying effective interpersonal communication skills (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the teacher's role in addressing learner diversity in communication?

To understand how learner diversity can affect communication and communicate effectively in differing environments (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one way teachers can adapt curriculum materials to support learner inquiry?

Consult with experienced colleagues for feedback (B) Signup and view all the answers

How can teachers evaluate the effectiveness of materials and strategies?

Use feedback and reflection on learner performance (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the teacher manage the learning environment according to the text?

By minimizing loss of instructional time and promoting learner engagement (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does expanding knowledge of academic language in the content area involve?

Accessing frameworks for building academic language (B) Signup and view all the answers

What strategies does the teacher employ to build learner self-direction and ownership of learning?

Supporting learners’ independence in identifying their learning needs (B) Signup and view all the answers

How can teachers improve their practice to lead to learner autonomy?

Implement strategies and seek feedback from a critical friend(s) (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the teacher engage learners with subject matter according to the text?

By providing options and resources for engaging with subject matter (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does Standard #5 of InTASC Model Core Teaching Standards focus on?

Engaging learners in critical thinking and collaborative problem solving (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the teacher do to expand learners' ability to participate in decision-making according to the text?

Suggest resources and guide learners' independent identification of resources (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for teachers to connect concepts and use differing perspectives in teaching?

To engage learners in critical thinking and creativity (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the teacher provide opportunities for responsible use of interactive technologies according to the text?

By expanding options for responsible use of interactive technologies (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why does the teacher vary learning activities according to the text?

To involve whole group, small group, and individual work (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the projects that the teacher develops and implements according to the text?

To guide learners in analyzing the complexities of an issue or question using perspectives from varied disciplines and cross-disciplinary skills (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one way the teacher engages learners in applying content knowledge to real world problems?

Through the lens of interdisciplinary themes such as financial literacy and environmental literacy (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one way the teacher facilitates learners' use of current tools and resources to maximize content learning according to the text?

By developing learners' communication skills in disciplinary and interdisciplinary contexts (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one way the teacher engages learners in questioning and challenging assumptions and approaches according to the text?

By engaging learners in generating and evaluating new ideas and novel approaches, seeking inventive solutions to problems, and developing original work (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the teacher develop learners' communication skills in disciplinary and interdisciplinary contexts?

By creating meaningful opportunities for learners to employ a variety of forms of communication that address varied audiences and purposes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one way the teacher engages learners in generating and evaluating new ideas and novel approaches according to the text?

By engaging learners in questioning and challenging assumptions and approaches in order to foster innovation and problem solving in local and global contexts (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a way for teachers to engage in professional learning?

Completing online training modules (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest is critical for supporting teachers in accessing professional learning opportunities?

Providing time during the school day for collaboration (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a form of collegial study or investigation in the text?

Online discussion forums (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of including the full InTASC Model Core Teaching Standards in the document?

To provide context for the professional learning progressions (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is mentioned as a way for teachers to engage in professional learning?

Observing effective practices with debriefing and study (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary in schools to support teachers in reaching the rigorous performance levels outlined in the progressions?

Promoting ongoing job-embedded opportunities for continuous growth (D) Signup and view all the answers