Chapter 16 Test

Which of the following is a recommended step to becoming a teacher?

• Avoid observing examples of teaching and learning

• Find opportunities to gain work experience with children and teens

• Ignore different age groups

• Avoid talking to people who work in education

Why is it important to get to know different age groups when becoming a teacher?

• To understand the diverse needs of students

• To avoid interacting with students

• To focus only on one age group

• To limit teaching methods

What is one way to gain insight into the teaching profession?

• Talk to people who work in education

• Avoid people who work in education

• Only read books about teaching

• Ignore professional advice

What should your portfolio showcase?

• Your hobbies and interests

• Your accomplishments, strengths, learning, and best work

• Your favorite books and movies

• Your daily routine

Which of the following is NOT a use of a portfolio?

• To give you perspective on experiences

• To gain admission to a program or apply for a job

• To keep an accurate record of details

• To showcase your favorite sports teams

What should you adhere to as you prepare your final portfolio?

• Personal preferences

• Specific guidelines

• Random advice from friends

• Latest fashion trends

What is the first step in polishing your portfolio according to the provided material?

• Prepare—update and proofread all items

• Select—choose your best work; identify and store other items

• Organize—divide items into logical sections and prepare a table of contents

• Review—get feedback from peers and mentors

What should you do after selecting your best work for your portfolio?

• Organize—divide items into logical sections and prepare a table of contents

• Review—get feedback from peers and mentors

• Prepare—update and proofread all items; make sure they are neat and professional

• Submit—send your portfolio to potential employers

What does the 'Organize' step involve in polishing your portfolio?

• Choosing your best work and storing other items

• Updating and proofreading all items

• Dividing items into logical sections and preparing a table of contents

• Getting feedback from peers and mentors

What type of items should you choose to show the breadth of your experiences related to teaching and the skills needed?

• Items that are unrelated to teaching

• Items that show the breadth of your experiences related to teaching and the skills needed

• Items that are only about your hobbies

• Items that are only about your personal life