Quiz on Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction

Who was Barak Rosenshine?

• A cognitive scientist

• A high school history teacher

• An educational psychologist and professor

• A primary school teacher

Answer explanation

Barak Rosenshine was an educational psychologist and professor, making the correct answer choice 'An educational psychologist and professor'.

What is the first principle of Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction?

• Present new material in small steps

• Ask lots of good questions

• Provide models

• Have a daily review

Answer explanation

The first principle of Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction is to have a daily review.

According to Rosenshine, how many minutes should be allocated for a daily review?

• 15-20 minutes

• 2-4 minutes

• 5-8 minutes

• 10-12 minutes

Answer explanation

According to Rosenshine, 5-8 minutes should be allocated for a daily review.

What is the main limitation of our working memory according to Rosenshine?

• It can only hold 7 +/- 2 items

• It can only hold 9 +/- 2 items

• It can only hold 11 +/- 2 items

• It can only hold 5 +/- 2 items

Answer explanation

According to Rosenshine, the main limitation of our working memory is that it can only hold 7 +/- 2 items, as stated in the correct answer choice.

Which principle emphasizes the importance of asking lots of good questions?

• First Principle

• Second Principle

• Third Principle

• Fourth Principle

Answer explanation

The Third Principle emphasizes the importance of asking lots of good questions, making it the correct choice.

What is the purpose of scaffolding in Rosenshine's principles?

• To make tasks more difficult

• To give students the answers

• To gradually remove support as students become confident

• To provide permanent support

Answer explanation

To gradually remove support as students become confident

What is the recommended success rate for students according to Rosenshine?

• 90%

• 60%

• 80%

• 70%

Answer explanation

According to Rosenshine, the recommended success rate for students is 80%.

What is the ninth principle of Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction?

• Require and monitor independent practice

• Guide student practice

• Check for student understanding

• Provide models

Answer explanation

The ninth principle of Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction is to require and monitor independent practice, making it the correct choice.

What is the effect of regularly reviewing knowledge according to Rosenshine?

• It makes students forget old information

• It enhances memory recall

• It confuses students

• It reduces the need for new learning

Answer explanation

Regularly reviewing knowledge according to Rosenshine enhances memory recall, helping students retain information better.

What is the term used to describe the belief that you can improve performance, intelligence, and ability?

• Metacognition

• Cognitive Load

• Growth Mindset

• Fixed Mindset

Answer explanation

The term used to describe the belief that you can improve performance, intelligence, and ability is 'Growth Mindset'.