Pedagogical knowledge

Which of the following is NOT TRUE about teacher's competency?

• Teacher's competency is assumed related to teacher's age.

• Teacher's competency is assumed related to years of teaching.

• Teacher's competency is assumed related to qualification requirement.

• Teacher's competency is assumed related to knowledge base.

Answer explanation

Teacher’s competency is better correlated with factors like experience, knowledge base, professional development, and teaching practices rather than age itself. Competency is a function of skills, knowledge, and continuous growth, regardless of how old the teacher is.

Which of the following is a key component of pedagogical knowledge?

• Content mastery in a specific subject

• Understanding students' cognitive, emotional, and social development

• Ability to maintain strict classroom discipline

• Understanding national and global educational policies

Teacher competency is commonly assumed to be influenced by which of the following factors?

• Teacher's social views such as political and religious views

• Teacher's personal interests and hobbies

• Teacher's years of experience, qualifications, and pedagogical knowledge

• Teacher's geographic location and background

Which of the following best describes the relationship between teacher competency and student outcomes?

• Competent teachers are only effective for high-achieving students

• Competent teachers positively influence student outcomes across various ability levels

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  Teacher competency has no measurable effect on student outcomes

• Teacher competency only matters in private schools

Which of the following can be considered a sign of strong teaching competency?

• Relying on the same teaching methods for many years

• Incorporating reflective practices to continuously improve teaching

• Ignoring student feedback and preferences

• Focusing exclusively on standardized test preparation

Why is teacher pedagogical knowledge important in education?

• It helps teachers master the subject content

• It enables teachers to design and implement effective instructional strategies

• It allows teachers to manage administrative duties better

• It prepares teachers to specialize in one particular teaching method

Which of the following is NOT typically associated with effective teaching competency?

• Continuous professional development

• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learner

• Use of only traditional teaching methods

• Creating a positive learning environment

How does teacher competency in assessment practices affect student learning?

• It helps the teacher give more frequent grades

• It enables the teacher to align assessments with learning objectives and provide meaningful feedback

• It ensures that all students receive the same type of test

• It encourages students to memorize facts without understanding concepts

Which of the following is an implication of a lack of teacher competency in the classroom?

• Increased student engagement and improved learning outcomes

• Higher levels of student motivation and interest in the subject

• Inconsistent student progress and unclear learning goals

• More effective use of classroom technology

How can teachers improve their teaching competency?

• By attending professional development workshops and staying updated on best practices

• By ignoring student feedback and focusing on personal teaching preferences

• By relying solely on textbooks for lesson plans

• By maintaining the same instructional methods throughout their career