Pop Quiz RST 1 Modules 3.01-3.03

Match the appropriate term with its definition.

• A meeting in which educators discuss a plan for supporting an individual student's learning needs.

• Planning Period

• A group of educators that meets regularly, shares expertise, and works collaboratively

• PLC (Professional Learning Community)

• An approach to teaching that focuses on what students can do rather than what they cannot do

• Extracurricular Activity

• A non-academic activity not in the scope of the TEKS

• Assets-based Teaching

• A designated time during the school day for a teacher to engage in instructional preparation

• IEP (Individualized Education Plan)

Which of the following are daily activities that might be considered DAILY ACTIVITIES a teacher participates in? Check all that apply.

• Execution of lesson plans

• Reporting of Attendance

• Professional Communication like emails, etc.

• Grading

Which of the following might be considered RECURRING ACTIVITIES a teacher might participate in? Check all that apply.

• Grading

• Tutoring

• Attending an IEP meeting

• Overseeing an Extracurricular Activity

• Attending a Faculty Meeting

Prior to becoming a teacher, Mr. Gaskin served in the United States Army for eight years. As a result, he is very disciplined in how he approaches the work of teaching. Mr. Gaskin wakes up early and is one of the first people in the building. His class is highly organized, and he uses his non-instructional time efficiently so that he does not need to take any work home with him when he leaves school for the day. He also has very high expectations for his students and pushes each of them to be equally disciplined and hard working. Mr. Gaskin is also a big sports fan, who likes to use his favorite teams in his examples in class.

How does Mr. Gaskin's background or prior experience impact his approach to teaching? Describe at least TWO ways using complete sentences.

Ms. Rose grew up on her family ranch and worked with animals throughout her childhood. As a kid, she was involved in 4-H and, in high school, was the president of her school’s chapter of Future Farmers of America. After earning a degree in agriculture science, she worked for the Texas Department of Agriculture until she decided to become a teacher. She now shares her real-life experience in the agricultural science field with students as a career and technical education teacher in the district from which she graduated. Students appreciate her hands on approach to learning, and close connection to their community.

How does Ms. Rose's background or prior experience impact her approach to teaching? Describe TWO ways using complete sentences.

Professional Background/Experience: Which explanation is the description? Which is an example, and which is a non-example? Match them.

• Some teachers have worked in other jobs & can bring experiences and real-world examples to teaching.

• Example

• A teacher who owned his own business tells students that they aren't ready to start one themselves.

• Description

• A teacher who worked as a chemist before teaching can describe what it's really like in the lab.

• Non-example

How do teachers know what knowledge or experience to bring to his/her practice?

Drag the correct answers to this list: (a)   ​ ​ ​ (a)   ​ ​ ​ ​ (b)  ​ ​ (b)   ​ (c) ​ (c)  

• It is appropriate for the age/grade level.
• It is aligned with learning targets.
• It promotes a growth mindset.
• It is outlined in the Teacher Handbook.