WorksheetsHigh scope Approach
Total questions: 74
Worksheet time: 43mins
The philosophy behind HighScope is based on child
development theory and research, originally drawing on the
work of (a) .
the High
Scope Curriculum has evolved to include the findings of
ongoing ___-developmental and brain research.
physical
cognitive
emotional
social
The HighScope Curriculum draws upon the work of
developmental psychologist and educator ___,
especially the strategy of adult scaffolding — supporting
children at their current developmental level and helping them
build upon it — in a social setting where children have
opportunities to choose materials, ideas, and people to interact
within the projects they initiate.
Freud
Lev Vygotsky
Bronfenbenner
Skinner
The adults working with the
children see themselves more as (a) or partners than as
managers or supervisors.
The HighScope Curriculum emphasizes passive
participatory learning.
true
false
Active learning means
students have direct, hands-on experiences with
___, ___, ___, and ideas.
people
objects
events
tasks
Children's
interests and choices are at the ___ of the
HighScope programs.
heart
soul
mind
They construct their own
knowledge through interactions with the world and
the people around them.
true
false
In active learning settings,
adults expand children's thinking with ___
materials and ___ interactions
diverse, nurturing
direct, nurturing
specific, nurturing
The 5 Ingredients of Active Learning are
Materials, Manipulation, Choice, Child language and thought & Adult scaffolding.
Materials, Manipulation, Choice, Child language and thought & Child scaffolding.
Materials, Manipulation, Choice, Adult language and thought & Adult scaffolding.
A HighScope school ____ is divided
into well-defined interest areas that
typically include a house area, art area,
block area, toy area, and other areas that
reflect the children's interests.
classroom
community
society
Children
are able to access all facilities
independently as well as take some
(a) for use of these areas.
Young children look for uncausal links in their
experiences.
true
false
They need opportunities to explore these situations and
come to their own conclusions.
true
false
They need opportunities to explore these situations and
come to their own (a) .
Children conclusions, may differ from an adult’s as they are based
on limited experience.
true
false
Having designated areas or learning corners for
___ activities and storage of classroom equipment
is an efficient and effective way of organizing, and
optimizing children’s learning experiences.
specific
general
random
Learning corners encourage children to be
independent, make decisions and solve problems. They foster
___, and creativity.
experimentation
curiosity
shyness
tiredness
Learning corners discourage children to learn in ways that are
natural to them
true
false
Learning corners allow children to work ___, in ___
groups or one-on-one with the teacher.
independently, small
independently, large
dependently, small
dependently, large
Learning Corners provide
for a wide range of abilities and interests where children can
(a) at their own rate and repeat an activity for pleasure or
reinforcement.
Learning corners are ideal work spaces for children where
they can learn in simulated real-life situations.
true
false
Learning corners do not need to be separated from each other.
true
false
Three or more learning corners
can be set up at any given time
true
false
How many learning corners are there?
3
6
7
This corner provides children with opportunities for
creative expression.
art corner
home corner
library corner
This corner should be equipped with material related to increasing
vocabulary and learning reading skills.
Language corner
Library corner
This corner should provide children with
opportunities for observation and experimentation in order to
understand the world around them.
Science corner
art corner
Language corner
The Learning Corners should not be organized in the
context of the Key Learning Areas and Expected
Learning Outcomes, so that children have the
opportunity to experiment with concepts and skills
that have been introduced by the teacher.
true
false
Young children need the comfort and (a) of a
daily routine. They need to know what to expect
during the school day.
A ___ provides a
consistent, predictable sequence of events that gives
them a sense of control over what they will be doing
during the day.
daily routine
timetable
weekly schedule
To make ___ use of the valuable time young
children spend in school, a schedule needs to be
made.
optional
optimal
more
The teacher’s tasks become more focused and
relatively easier to follow if a consistent routine is
established, and children also get used to working in
an unorganized and methodical way.
true
false
A daily routine is important because it Makes children
feel less secure when they know what to expect, creates an
organized environment that is conductive to the learning
process, helps children learn about sequencing, helps
children understand the concept of the passage of time,
helps teachers organize themselves and helps children
realise that an activity has to be completed within a set
time-frame.
true
false
Shared control between adults and
children is ___ to the HighScope
Curriculum.
central
optional
typical
In addition to sharing
control, adults in a HighScope classroom
participate in children's play, converse as
partners with them, focus on children's
strengths and offer them support, and
encourage children's ____.
problem solving
critical observation
thinking
eating
In the HighScope Preschool Curriculum, learning is
focused on the following (a) content areas
In the HighScope Preschool Curriculum, learning is
focused on the following ___ content areas
6
7
8
12
Within these content areas are ____ key developmental
indicators (KDIs).
38
58
68
48
The KDIs are statements of
observable ___ that define the important
learning areas for young children.
attitudes
behaviors
skills
knowledge
HighScope
teachers keep these indicators in mind when they set
up the learning environment and plan activities.
true
false
Help teachers misinterpret what young children say and do
along a developmental continuum
true
false
Enable teachers to maintain reasonable expectations for
young children
true
false
HighScope assesses children's development with
comprehensive observations. HighScope teachers
record ___ anecdotes describing what children do
and say.
yearly
daily
monthly
weekly
Assessment scores help the teachers
design developmentally appropriate learning
opportunities and can be used to explain children's
progress during conferences.
true
false
We believe that authentic, observation-based assessment is the
most ____ approach to early childhood assessment because it
paints an accurate picture of children’s development and learning.
inefficient
effective
efficient
fastest
With ____ tools that are streamlined for teacher and child
success, you can stay focused on what matters most, like
providing optimal, engaging, and individualized learning
experiences for your children.
assessment
obsevation
plumbering
Children construct their own knowledge of the world with the
support of intentional teachers who shape and encourage their
individual learning experiences.
true
false
This ____ process is a trademark
of the HighScope approach and the strategic backbone for
children and adults moving successfully through life.
snack time
Plan-Do-Review
circle time
outside time
This
unique dynamic of ____ control between the child and adult
lays the groundwork to actively engage young children in
learning and helps children build essential school readiness
skills
independent
shared
power
focus
In a HighScope
program, teachers ____ arrange the classroom
and daily routines to develop children’s sense of
competence, support social interactions, and build a
secure community.
randomly
intentionally
unintentionally
carefully
Children learn and thrive when they are emotionally
secure and socially connected to others. That’s why we
focus on the important ___ and emotional
development of young children.
social
personal
cognitive
language
Our ___ steps for conflict resolution
allow teachers to build children’s language skills as they
work through a conflict.
four
six
seven
five
As children gain control over
their emotions and thoughts, their thinking and
interactions become intentional — leading to better
executive function skills — a key predictor of _____
success
community
society
home
school
In an early childhood classroom, it’s not unusual
to have children whose first language is one other
than English.
true
false
In HighScope classrooms, adults
discourage children to communicate regardless of
which language they use, and acknowledge and
support all verbal and non-verbal modes of
communication.
true
false
Because families and cultures play less important
roles in young children’s development,
HighScope teachers strive to understand
children’s home cultures and create classroom
environments that reflect children’s home and
community.
true
false
Adults model respect for diversity,
empowering children to act confidently and
with respect for others
true
false
Developing a warm, supportive relationship with parents is
key to building strong family engagement. HighScope teachers
realize that parents are their child’s___ teachers and work to
communicate openly and ___ with parents.
first, collaboratively
second, secretly
We
offer a variety of resources to help educators partner with
parents and involve them in children’s learning. ____ active
learning at home!
Extend
Focus
Sharp
Intend
HighScope’s early childhood curriculum promotes children’s
_____ and provides lasting benefits into
adulthood.
development and learning
care and learning
growth and development
Teachers using the HighScope Curriculum work in partnership with
parents and other family members to promote children’s learning.
true
false
They provide information about the curriculum and early learning,
invite ____ members to participate in classroom activities and
parent workshops, discuss children’s progress, and share ideas for
extending classroom learning in the home.
family
school
council
The HighScope Curriculum
includes learning objectives, effective adult interaction
strategies, and assessment measures that help programs
ensure a high-quality experience for ___ learners.
few
many
all
some
Research proves, that inactive learning is the key to positive child
outcomes and school readiness.
true
false
Play-based, child-centered, and grounded in research, the
HighScope Curriculum features active learning at its core.
true
false
HighScope’s active learning approach focuses
on children’s __________, allowing
teachers to individualize learning for children
with a broad range of abilities — including
those with special needs.
weakness and inabilities
strengths and abilities
ground realities
Unlike some
approaches where learning is sequenced across
activities, HighScope sequences learning
within activities so teachers are able to tailor
their interactions to each child’s ______________.
zone of
proximal development
cognitive development
ecological development
The daily routine should be displayed using
symbols/pictures for each activity, so that children, who
are not yet reading can understand it
true
false
Dua/National anthem is a part of daily routine?
true
false
Reinforce children’s play as the ____ mechanism for
learning
primary
secondary
Allow teachers to be more knowledgeable and
intentional in their daily planning for individual children
and the class
true
false
Rely on HighScope for the _____ quality insight and results you
need
moderate
highest
lowest
normal
The HighScope early childhood
education approach, used
in preschool, kindergarten, childcare,
or elementary school settings, was
developed in ___ , in the ___.
It is now common there and in some
other countries.
Michigan,1960s
USA,1970s
UK,1980s
Germany,1940s
