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Students' confidence in teachers is unrelated to their perceived competence.
Students' confidence in teachers is unrelated to their perceived competence.
False (B)
Teachers should not consider student expectations before teaching is begun.
Teachers should not consider student expectations before teaching is begun.
False (B)
According to Smith, Stanley, and Shores (1957), well-trained teachers are dispensable for effective curriculum operation.
According to Smith, Stanley, and Shores (1957), well-trained teachers are dispensable for effective curriculum operation.
False (B)
Marsh and Willis (2003) suggest that teachers' activities are never influenced by policies and programs originating from above.
Marsh and Willis (2003) suggest that teachers' activities are never influenced by policies and programs originating from above.
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Teachers' actual teaching is solely determined by textbooks and syllabi, leaving no room for personal preferences.
Teachers' actual teaching is solely determined by textbooks and syllabi, leaving no room for personal preferences.
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Teacher ineffectiveness never affects students' performance.
Teacher ineffectiveness never affects students' performance.
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Nilsen and Albertalli (2002) define teaching as the process whereby a teacher guides a learner or a group of learners to a higher level of knowledge or skills.
Nilsen and Albertalli (2002) define teaching as the process whereby a teacher guides a learner or a group of learners to a higher level of knowledge or skills.
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When teachers enter the classroom, students judge them.
When teachers enter the classroom, students judge them.
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Flashcards
Teacher's Role
Teacher's Role
Teachers are critical in guiding student learning and engagement.
Student Assessment
Student Assessment
Students evaluate teacher competency based on their performance.
Expectations of Students
Expectations of Students
Students have high expectations regarding teachers' knowledge and skills.
Curriculum Implementation
Curriculum Implementation
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Teaching Definition
Teaching Definition
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Impact of Teacher Ineffectiveness
Impact of Teacher Ineffectiveness
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Planning for Lessons
Planning for Lessons
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Proficiency in Subject Area
Proficiency in Subject Area
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Study Notes
Teacher's Role in the Classroom
- Teachers are constantly assessed by students, who either support or criticize their teaching.
- Students' confidence in teachers hinges largely on their perceived competence.
- Teachers must possess expertise in their subject areas.
- Students expect and demand high-quality instruction.
- Teachers need to understand and meet student expectations.
Teacher's Role as Curriculum Implementers
- Teachers are vital to the effectiveness of the school curriculum.
- Trained teachers are essential for effective curriculum implementation (Smith, Stanley, & Shores, 1957).
- Teachers adapt and modify curriculum plans (Marsh & Willis, 2003).
- Teachers use textbooks, syllabi, and guides for planning, but personalize instruction based on their preferences.
- Teachers' creativity is critical for effective curriculum breakdown and student understanding.
- Ineffective teaching can negatively impact student performance and learning.
- Inadequate teacher performance in subjects like economics harms student skills and knowledge acquisition (Acquah & Yidana, 2010).
Defining Teaching
- Teaching is guiding learners towards knowledge and skills development (Nilsen & Albertalli, 2002).
- Teaching involves managing student experiences for learning (Disgorges, 1995).
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Description
Explore the critical role teachers play in both classroom dynamics and curriculum implementation. This quiz covers their responsibilities, the importance of their expertise, and how they adapt the curriculum to meet student needs and expectations. Understand the impact of teacher effectiveness on student learning outcomes.
