Curriculum
A topic that is never taught because it is considered unimportant or too controversial?
Null currciulum
What is one reason that a student may fail a test that's not related to them knowing the material?
-Test anxiety
-Distracted by other problems
-Health issues
-Distracting environment
Harry Potter
Accurate way to name textbooks, lesson plans, and arranged classroom experiences for learning is called what?
Formal or Explicit Curriculum
What assessment allows students to reflect on their own understanding?
Authentic Assessment
Which censored book is said to contain sexually explicit definitions?
Websters Dictionary
Intended or unintended curriculum that emerges as students are shaped by the school culture is called what?
Implicit or hidden curriculum
Why is it flawed to evaluate teachers based off of student test scores?
-Imperfect value-added system
-Student achievement is influenced by a number of reasons
Who initiates book censorship?
Parents or community member that requests a challenge against a specific book in a school or public library
Includes school activities and places where a great deal of learning occurs, without tests or grades
Extracurriculum
What is Campbells law?
The more important test scores become, the more likely it is that people will cheat
Promoted Violence
Importance of Extracurricular Activities
-Enriched student life
-Higher self esteem
-Higher career aspirations
-Better health and less conformity to gender stereotypes
What is one reason that standardized tests aren't working
-Testing shrinks curriculum
-Tests may be flawed
-Higher scores do not mean higher learning
What is a reason that censorship can be bad?
-Limits diverse perspectives
-Undermines free expression