Discovery Learning & Inquiry Training
Role Playing & Storytelling
Simulations & Mastery Learning
Learning Contracts & Learning Centers
100
Discovery learning allows children to take an _____ role in their learning.
Active
100
What are the two phases of role play?
Role play and discussion/evaluation
100
What do simulations usually involve?
Some type of role play
100
Which grade levels tend to use learning centers the most?
Kindergarten through 3rd grade
200
What is the main principle of discovery learning?
Students learn best by doing
200
What is role play used for?
Understanding interpersonal relationships
200
What is the purpose of simulations in the classroom?
To propose real life situations and dilemmas to young people and let them learn from consequences and decisions in safe environment
200
When students use learning centers, what kind of work/study is typically being emphasized?
Independent and/or group work
300
Why would you need to arrange your classroom so that your students have plenty of space?
To allow for activities and centers
300
Name one skill learned through storytelling.
Speaking and listening or writing stages and editing skills
300
What is the role of the teacher in a simulation?
Explain instructions, conduct practice rounds, and lead post-simulation discussion
300
When using learning centers, some may be...
Informal and unstructured in their use
400
Curriculum units and lessons are created so that students have multiple ______ to choose from.
Alternatives
400
Give an example of a role play scenario.
Check verbally.
400
What philosophy does mastery learning come from?
All students can learn if they have enough time to master the new skill/concept
400
When are learning contracts typically created?
At the beginning of a unit
500
What is inquiry training closely linked to?
Discovery learning
500
How many phases does role play have?
Two
500
True/False: Mastery learning allows students to become more independent learners.
True
500
What is a learning contract?
A specific list of requirements
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