EPC 420 - Educational Psychology of Adolescence » Spring 2023 » Quiz 2 Slavin Ch-1

Need help with your exam preparation?

Existing Quiz Clients Login here
Question #1
Which of the following is an accurate statement about the role of educational psychology in teacher preparation?
A.   Educational psychology is the study of learning theory as it relates to aspects of education outside of the classroom.
B.   Educational psychology is the study of learners, learning, and teaching. Educational psychology doesn't directly cannot tell teachers what to do, but educational psychologists carry out research on the nature of students, principles of learning, and methods of teaching to give educators the information they need to think critically about their work.
C.   Educational psychology provides teachers with research-based principles to guide their teaching.
D.   Educational psychology provides teachers with specific actions to improve classroom teaching.
E.   Educational psychology aims to improve teacher candidates' subject matter knowledge.
Question #2
The aim of research in educational psychology is:
A.   to assess behaviors that occur in the classroom during instruction.
B.   The goal of educational psychology is to test the theories that guide the actions of educators.
C.   to test principles of education used in planning learning outcomes.
D.   to identify learning styles and preferences exhibited by students.
E.   to test the theories that guide the actions of those involved in education.
Question #3
According to our text, to become an intentional teacher you must first:
A.   attend graduate school.
B.   conduct an action research study.
C.   become a certified teacher.
D.   finish an approved PhD program.
Question #4
Many researchers and educators have bemoaned the limited impact of research in educational psychology on teachers' practices. Yet even if teachers are not aware of it, research in education does have a profound impact that is:
A.   indirect.
B.   aggregate data.
C.   inhibited.
D.   globally recognized.
Question #5
Ms. O'Malley has a student named Tara in her second hour class. A majority of the time Tara is quiet and withdrawn. When reviewing Tara's permanent record, Ms. O'Malley is surprised to see a long history of academic success. Ms. O'Malley asks herself a number of questions about this situation, considers some possible outcomes, and plans several strategies to attempt to draw Tara into classroom activities. Ms. O'Malley is demonstrating her ability to:
A.   respect her student's right to educational privacy.
B.   make decisions that influence the course of her work.
C.   write better instructional objectives.
D.   accept the limitations of her professional position.
Question #6
Taneesha is excited about teaching and eager to find more ideas that will help her during her first year. Taneesha is disappointed to find her colleagues are worn out from years in the classroom and outside responsibilities. No one seems to have time for her questions. What should Taneesha do?
A.   keep her questions to herself until her next meeting with her mentor next month
B.   report her colleagues to the principal and ask to be reassigned to a different team
C.   seek virtual colleagues and professional development on the Web
D.   look for ways to make herself happy and fulfilled outside of the classroom
Question #7
Effective teaching occurs best when a teacher is prepared with:
A.   knowledge of subject matter and the skills to share that knowledge
B.   subject matter and school expectations
C.   knowledge of subject matter and students' background information.
D.   knowledge of subject matter, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude
Question #8
According to our text, pedagogy is the link between which of the following?
A.   what the teacher knows and is able to communicate to the students
B.   what the teacher desires students to learn and students' actual learning
C.   what the teacher says and demonstrates thoughtfully to students
D.   what students desire to learn and what the teacher has knowledge of
Question #9
Teacher efficacy is the degree to which teachers do what?
A.   believe they are able to build rapport with colleagues
B.   believe the efficacy of student outcomes is curriculum based
C.   make effective decisions regarding student learning outcomes
D.   believe their own efforts determine their students' success
Question #10
Research finds that one of the most powerful predictors of a teacher's impact on students is:
A.   the teacher's ability to use technology.
B.   the teacher's rank in high school standing.
C.   the teacher's belief that what he or she does makes a difference.
D.   teacher candidate ACT scores.

Need help with your exam preparation?

Existing Quiz Clients Login here