Instructional Learning
Which of the following is a key principle of effective instructional design?
A) One-size-fits-all instruction
B) Student-centered learning
C) Rote memorization as the primary method
D) Ignoring assessment data
Student-centered learning
What is the first step in developing an effective lesson plan?
A) Selecting instructional materials
B) Defining learning objectives
C) Administering an assessment
D) Choosing an exit ticket
B) Defining learning objectives
Which of the following is the lowest level of Bloom’s Taxonomy?
A) Understanding
B) Remembering
C) Applying
D) Analyzing
B) Remembering
What is the best definition of academic language?
A) The everyday language students use in conversation
B) The language used in educational settings, including vocabulary, syntax, and discourse structures
C) Slang and informal expressions used by students
D) The language only used in textbooks
B) The language used in educational settings, including vocabulary, syntax, and discourse structures
What is the primary purpose of classroom observations?
A) To evaluate teachers for termination
B) To gather data on instructional practices and student engagement
C) To test students on their knowledge
D) To replace standardized testing
B) To gather data on instructional practices and student engagement
What is the primary purpose of formative assessment?
A) To assign final grades
B) To inform instruction and provide feedback
C) To compare students against national standards
D) To determine student intelligence
B) To inform instruction and provide feedback
Which of the following is NOT a key component of a well-structured lesson plan?
A) Learning objectives
B) Instructional strategies
C) Student interests
D) Assessment methods
C) Student interests
Which level of Bloom’s Taxonomy requires students to justify a decision or stance?
A) Applying
B) Analyzing
C) Evaluating
D) Creating
C) Evaluating
Which of the following is NOT a component of academic language?
A) Vocabulary
B) Grammar and syntax
C) Social slang
D) Discourse structures
C) Social slang
Which type of observation involves the observer taking notes without interacting with students or the teacher?
A) Participatory observation
B) Non-participatory observation
C) Experimental observation
D) Diagnostic observation
B) Non-participatory observation
Which learning theory emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning as essential for knowledge construction?
A) Behaviorism
B) Constructivism
C) Cognitivism
D) Connectivism
Constructivism
What is the purpose of the anticipatory set (hook) in a lesson plan?
A) To introduce new material in depth
B) To immediately test students on prior knowledge
C) To capture students’ attention and activate prior knowledge
D) To assign homework
C) To capture students’ attention and activate prior knowledge.
A teacher asks, “Can you summarize the main idea of the passage?” This question aligns with which level of Bloom’s Taxonomy?
A) Remembering
B) Understanding
C) Analyzing
D) Evaluating
B) Understanding
Why is academic language important for student success?
A) It helps students engage with complex texts and concepts
B) It replaces students’ home language
C) It is only needed for standardized testing
D) It helps students write informal messages to their peers
A) It helps students engage with complex texts and concepts
Which of the following is an example of a structured observation?
A) A principal informally watching a class without a rubric
B) A researcher using a checklist to document student participation
C) A teacher walking around the classroom while students work
D) A parent visiting a class for a brief moment
B) A researcher using a checklist to document student participation
Describe the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in learning.
Intrinsic motivation comes from within the learner and is driven by personal interest and the joy of learning, while extrinsic motivation is influenced by external rewards or pressures, such as grades or praise.
Which instructional model emphasizes a gradual release of responsibility (I Do, We Do, You Do)?
A) Inquiry-based learning
B) Direct instruction
C) Cooperative learning
D) Project-based learning
B) Direct instruction
Which of the following questions best represents the “Applying” level of Bloom’s Taxonomy?
A) “Can you recall the steps of the scientific method?”
B) “How would you use the Pythagorean theorem to solve this problem?”
C) “What are the similarities and differences between reptiles and amphibians?”
D) “Do you agree with the author’s argument? Why or why not?”
B) “How would you use the Pythagorean theorem to solve this problem?”
Which strategy is most effective for teaching academic language?
A) Providing direct instruction and opportunities for practice
B) Expecting students to learn academic language independently
C) Avoiding academic vocabulary in lessons
D) Using only written texts to teach academic language
A) Providing direct instruction and opportunities for practice
Why is objective note-taking important in classroom observations?
A) To ensure personal opinions influence teacher evaluations
B) To provide factual, unbiased data for reflection and improvement
C) To make assumptions about student behavior
D) To create a narrative story of the lesson
B) To provide factual, unbiased data for reflection and improvement
Which instructional strategy aligns best with Vygotsky’s theory of social constructivism?
A) Direct instruction
B) Collaborative learning
C) Silent reading
D) Independent worksheets
Collaborative learning
How do formative assessments fit into lesson planning?
A) They are only used at the end of the lesson.
B) They help gauge student understanding during the lesson to adjust instruction.
C) They replace summative assessments.
D) They are optional in effective lesson planning.
B) They help gauge student understanding during the lesson to adjust instruction.
Which level of Bloom’s Taxonomy is demonstrated when students create a new product, design a project, or develop a new solution?
A) Understanding
B) Applying
C) Evaluating
D) Creating
D) Creating
Which of the following is an example of academic language in a science classroom?
A) “That experiment was awesome!”
B) “The chemical reaction resulted in a significant temperature increase.”
C) “This project is super cool!”
D) “I totally get what’s happening here.”
B) “The chemical reaction resulted in a significant temperature increase.”
What is a key benefit of peer observations among teachers?
A) Encouraging competition among educators
B) Allowing teachers to critique each other’s teaching styles
C) Providing constructive feedback and learning from best practices
D) Replacing formal teacher evaluations
C) Providing constructive feedback and learning from best practices