School Values, Beliefs, and Norms Quiz
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What are beliefs, as described in the text?

  • Consciously held views about truth and reality (correct)
  • Standard sets of what is good
  • Unspoken expectations and rules
  • Core values that define excellence

How do norms influence behavior within a school?

  • By providing a standard set of values
  • By defining what is regarded as customary behavior (correct)
  • By communicating decision-making processes
  • By setting unspoken expectations for staff and students

According to Ott (1989), what do values represent in a school?

  • Beliefs about truth and reality
  • The core of what is considered important (correct)
  • Unspoken expectations and rules
  • Standard sets of good qualities

How are assumptions different from beliefs?

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What do values serve as in a school setting?

<p>Guidance for decision-making and priorities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way do norms relate to staff and students in a school?

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Which cultural norm emphasizes the idea that learning is a continuous process?

<p>Lifelong learning - learning is for everyone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cultural norm focuses on the notion that trying new things is essential for growth?

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Which cultural norm highlights the value of working together towards common objectives?

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Which cultural norm promotes the belief that improvement is an ongoing process?

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Which cultural norm emphasizes the importance of recognizing and appreciating individual contributions?

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Beliefs

Consciously held views about the truth and reality, forming the basis for understanding the world.

Norms

The customs and expected ways of behaving within a school setting. They establish what's considered 'normal' behavior.

Values in Schools

Represent the fundamental values that a school considers important, guiding its priorities and decisions.

Assumptions

Perceptions or assumptions about how things are, often based on past experiences or beliefs.

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Values in Decision Making

Serve as a guide for decision-making and prioritization within a school, determining what's important and valued.

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Norms for Staff & Students

Unspoken rules that guide the behavior of both staff and students in a school, maintaining a sense of order and routine.

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Lifelong Learning

A cultural norm promoting the idea that learning is an ongoing process throughout life, for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

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Risk Taking

A cultural norm emphasizing the importance of trying new things and stepping outside of one's comfort zone, fostering growth through experiences.

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Collegiality

A cultural norm encouraging collaboration and mutual support among those working towards shared objectives, fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility.

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Continuous Improvement

A cultural norm encouraging continual improvement and progress, fostering a growth mindset and a desire to learn and evolve.

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Mutual Respect

A cultural norm emphasizing respect for individual contributions, appreciating the unique perspectives and experiences of each member within a community.

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