Teaching Standards and Evaluation Methods

A type of test that measures a student's ability to organize and express their ideas through written responses.

The measure that is most affected by extreme scores or outliers in a dataset.

A collection of student work that showcases their progress over time, demonstrating growth and development in a specific skill.

The score that appears most frequently in a set of data.

A type of test that assesses a student's ability to make connections, identify patterns, and solve problems by using analogies.

A type of test administered before teaching a new lesson to identify students' strengths and weaknesses.

A personal feeling or opinion, either positive or negative, directed towards a specific object, person, or institution.

The degree to which test scores in a class are spread out, indicating the variability of performance.

Moral reasoning based on personal consequences and benefits. A person in this stage acts to avoid punishment or gain rewards.

Moral reasoning guided by social expectations and laws. An individual acts to conform to societal norms and expectations.

Moral reasoning based on personal values and principles. A person acts based on abstract ethical principles of justice and fairness.

A teaching approach where students work together in diverse groups to learn from each other.

A teaching approach where students work together in groups with similar abilities and skills.

The ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on ethical principles, professional codes of conduct, and moral values.

A teaching approach that prioritizes practical application and real-world experience to enhance learning.

A disability characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, affecting daily living skills and social interaction.

Focuses on learning by doing, using hands-on activities tailored to individual students' needs and interests.

Learning through experiencing real-world situations, like role-playing or simulations.

A teaching approach where the teacher encourages active participation, collaboration, and the construction of knowledge through student exploration and interaction.

A teaching method that emphasizes higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) like analysis, evaluation, and problem-solving.

The ability to learn effectively and adapt to new situations throughout life.

A mnemonic device used for memory retention and retrieval. It utilizes the first letters of a group of words to create a memorable word or phrase.

The process of learning through active participation and collaboration, emphasizing the meaningfulness and immediate application of knowledge.

The ability to think critically, analyze information, solve problems, and make informed decisions.

The ability to transfer knowledge from one concept to another, applying learned principles to new situations.

The ability to arrange or order things logically based on a specific dimension, such as size, weight, or volume.

This stage in Piaget's theory signifies a child's development of intuitive thinking, mental representation, and symbolic use, typically occurring in pre-school age.

Involves both teacher and students working together to understand and apply a new skill or task.

The concept that theory and experience should complement each other, contributing to a deeper understanding of information.

Evaluations that go beyond traditional paper-and-pencil tests, using methods like portfolios, exhibitions, and journals to assess a student's learning.

In a class, the distribution of grades typically follows a normal curve, with the majority of students scoring average, and a smaller number achieving high or low scores.

A student's percentile rank indicates the proportion of students who scored below them in a class. A 60% percentile rank signifies that the student scored better than 60% of their classmates.

The ability to recall and retrieve information, such as names, dates, and facts.

The degree of moral certitude where an individual is uncertain about the correctness of their actions or beliefs, often due to conflicting values or lack of clear guidance.

Explanations of fundamental principles that govern human learning, behavior, and development.

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, making it challenging for individuals to focus and control their behavior.

A reading strategy that combines both bottom-up and top-down processing, where readers actively engage with the text and use their prior knowledge to construct meaning.

The process of incorporating new experiences into existing cognitive structures, or schemas, without significantly changing them.

The tendency for young children to view the world solely from their own perspective and assume that everyone shares their point of view.

A validity test that measures how well a test predicts future performance in a related area, such as using a college entrance exam to predict success in college.

An educational philosophy that emphasizes the importance of traditional academic subjects, rigorous content, and high standards for student achievement. Essentialists believe that schools should focus on transmitting essential knowledge and skills to students, rather than on individual needs or interests.

A philosophical perspective that emphasizes the individual's freedom and responsibility to make choices and create meaning in life. Existentialists believe that each person is unique and must find their own way in the world.

A teacher who acts as a facilitator of learning, providing guidance and support to students as they explore and discover knowledge. They are not simply dispensers of information, but rather mentors who help students develop their own understanding.

An educational approach that aims to provide equal opportunities for all learners, regardless of their background, abilities, or disabilities. It emphasizes creating inclusive and welcoming learning environments.

The highest level of cognitive processing in Bloom's Taxonomy, it involves creating something new and original, using knowledge and skills from previous levels. This could be creating a plan, designing a project, or composing a piece of art.

A teacher who demonstrates flexibility by adapting their lesson plans to meet the needs of their students. This could involve adjusting the pace of instruction, providing additional support, or allowing students to pursue their interests.

A classroom management approach that emphasizes building a positive and supportive environment where students feel safe and respected. It focuses on creating a sense of community and collaboration, rather than on punishment and control.

A teaching method that starts with a clear goal or objective and then provides instruction, activities, and assessment aligned with the goal. This approach ensures that learning is purposeful and directed toward specific outcomes.