Quiz on School Culture

Who defined culture as a complex whole that includes knowledge, belief, arts, morals, laws, customs, and other capabilities?

• Selznick

• Edward Tyler

• Schein

• Hargreaves

What term describes the deeply rooted traditions, values, and beliefs within a school?

• School Mission

• School Artifacts

• School Culture

• School History

Which of the following is NOT one of the four teaching cultures highlighted by Hargreaves?

• Collaboration

• Balkanization

• Isolation

• Individualism

What does the 'Moving' typology of school culture focus on?

• Ineffective teaching

• Boosting pupils' progress

• Isolation among staff

• Lack of direction

Which of the following is a characteristic of a 'Toxic' school culture?

• Has a clear sense of purpose

• Promotes student engagement

• Encourages collaboration

• Values laziness and apathy

What is the primary focus of the 'Struggling' school culture?

• High student achievement

• Unproductive efforts to improve

• Effective teaching practices

• Strong community involvement

Which of the following is NOT one of the twelve key aspects to assess school culture?

• Trust

• Parent Relations

• Student Achievement

• Extracurricular Activities

What is the purpose of school artifacts, architecture, and symbols?

• To discourage participation

• To isolate staff members

• To represent intangible values

• To create a negative culture

Which of the following is a characteristic of effective schools with strong cultures?

• Lack of shared values

• Isolation among staff

• Focus on individualism

• Principal as a hero

What does the term 'Contrived-Collegial' refer to in school culture?

• Isolation of teachers

• High levels of trust

• Superficial cooperation

• Genuine collaboration