WorksheetsChapter 14
Total questions: 73
Worksheet time: 49mins
what is the cost of running educational enterprises per year for our education? How much does it cost for a student? (2)
$6,000 per student
$4,000 per student
$400 billion a year
$600 billion a year
how long has the American system of education been growing? (1)
more than 300 years
less than 250 years
What is the main idea of the development of Individual citizens? ( purposes of education) (2)
Americans believe that all citizens should be given the opportunity to study and learn in order to develop their talents and abilities
all citizens of all ethnic groups - should have equal opportunities to succeed through equal access of education
requires that students with special needs be treated like everyone else and be taught in regular classrooms whenever possible
thinking that we do to reach decisions and solve problems
what is the purpose of education? what are 2 main reasons AMericans place a high value on education? (2)
development of individual citizens
development of the nation
development in the human brain
development for the next generation
development for the state which you live in
what is the main idea of the development of the nation? (purposes of education) (2)
the well being of all Americans depend on the willingness and ability of individuals to use their talents for the welfare of the entire nation
the arm of education is to teach young citizens how to contribute to society through good citizenship
Free education for any creed or religion. public schools cannot discriminate against a student because of ethnic or religious background.
equal educational
opportunities for all students regardless of any special educational needs.
define mainstreaming (1)
groups, teams, or events that school sponsors outisde of the classroom
requires that students with special needs be treated like everyone else and be taught in regular classrooms whenever possible
action we do automatically without thinking about it
motivation
thinking that seems to come more from your heart than your mind
what is the Seven major values of American
education (2)
Free public education, Equal schooling, Free education for any creed or religion, Local control
Compulsory attendance, Enriching environment
critical thinking, prejudice, insight, extracurricular activities
define public education (six major values of American
education) (1)
all children should
have access to a quality education no matter their parent(s) ability to pay for i
all children should have access to a quality education no matter their parent(s) ability to pay for it
public schools cannot discriminate against a student because of ethnic or religious background
each state sets its own attendance requirements but all states require school attendance.
define Equal schooling (six major values of American
education) (1)
open to all – schools cannot discriminate against any student because of race, gender, religion, physical disability, or
financial status
public schools cannot discriminate against a student because of ethnic or religious background
local communities operate their own
public schools
each state sets its own attendance requirements but all states require school attendance
define Free education for any creed or religion (six major values of American education) (1)
all children should have access to a quality education no matter their parent(s) ability to pay for it
public schools cannot discriminate against a student
because of ethnic or religious background
each state sets its own attendance requirements but all states require school attendance
we expect our schools to help students develop to their fullest potential – in mind, body, and spirit
define Local control (six major values of American
education) (1)
equal educational opportunities for all students regardless of any
special educational needs
local communities operate their own public schools
all children should
have access to a quality education no matter their parent(s) ability to pay for it
each state sets its own attendance requirements but all states require school attendance.
define Compulsory attendance (six major values of American
education) (1)
each state sets its own attendance requirements but all states require school attendance
all children should
have access to a quality education no matter their parent(s) ability to pay for it
open to all – schools cannot discriminate against any student because of race, gender, religion, physical disability, or
financial status
public schools cannot discriminate against a student
because of ethnic or religious background
define Enriching environment (six major values of American
education) (1)
open to all – schools cannot discriminate against any student because of race, gender, religion, physical disability, or
financial status
we expect our
schools to help students develop to their fullest potential – in mind, body, and spirit
public schools cannot discriminate against a student
because of ethnic or religious background
equal educational
opportunities for all students regardless of any
special educational needs.
what was the first important step taken to begin the American system of education? (1)
in massachusetts in 1647 when a law was passed requiring all but the smallest town in the colony set up public schools
requires that students with special needs be treated like everyone else and be taught in regular classrooms whenever possible
groups, teams, or events that school sponsors outisde of the classroom
thinking that seems to come more from your heart than your mind
what was the purpose of the law that public schools should be set up in the colonies? (3)
children learned to read the bible
this law provided every town of 50 families or more to hire a schoolteacher (paid by town)
massachusetts shifted the responsibility for schooling from the home to the community
requires that students with special needs be treated like everyone else and be taught in regular classrooms whenever possible
who is Horace Mann? why is this man important? (2)
he demanded free public schools for all children
the gradually developing public school system helped many children receive an education
Many jobs require college and university training; well-educated citizens often earn higher incomes.
Thomas Jefferson believed educated citizens were essential to democracy.
why were so many americans opposed to free public schools? (3)
tax payers did not want to pay to educate other poeple's children
owners of private school argued that free public schools would ruin their businesses.
people who ran church supported schools claimed that education should un under control of the church and the home
Important for the country’s development—future depends on Americans working for the common good; education teaches citizens to contribute to society
what did the supporters of public education argue about to free education for all? (1)
a democratic society requires citizens who can read and write
Create opportunities to make new friends
Review notes and find study partners for tests.
Understand your assignment.
what are the ladder levels in the US system of education? (1)
nursery school
kindergarten
elementary school
junior high school
high school
Elementary school
Junior high school
High school
Higher education
preschool
kindergarten
middle school
high schook
define nursery school (3)
preschool, children 3-4 years old
learn to play and get along with children
the federal government also grants funds for preschool programs
teaches the basics of reading and writing and numbers
define kindergarten (3)
5-6 years old. Spend a year learning how to get along with others and preparing for first grade
the word comes from German and means "garden for children"
teaches the basics of reading and writing, and numbers
learning the building blocks of education: reading, writing, and arithmetic
define elementary school (3)
1st grade at 6.
Attend elementary at 5-9 years old.
learn the building blocks of education: reading, writing,a dn arithmetic
in addition, science, history, health, art, music, and PE
many school systems now call it middle school
define junior high school (2)
grades 7, 8, 9
many school systems have replaced junior high school with middle or intermediate
completed 8th or 9th grade
there are 3 different kinds of junior high school
define high school (2)
3 different kinds of it
completed 8th or 9th grade
You can be successful in school if you are aware of the opportunities that your school has to offer and if you are prepared to take advantage of those opportunities.
Active citizenship
what are 3 kinds of high school? (3)
academic high school: prepare for college
technical and vocational: learn to trade or occupation
comprehensive high school: offer college preparatory work & technical or vocational courses
community high school: grown with advances in knowledge and technology
what is higher education in the US? (3)
grown with advances in knowledge and technology
high school students are encouraged to earn as much education as they can
many jobs require college and university training
Select a regular study place with space, light, and silence.
define junior college (4)
2 year college called community college
supported by taxpayers and offer courses free or at low tuition to local high school graduates
courses include training fro specialized fields and preparation for more advanced study.
may junior college graduated transfer to 4-year colleges or universities
May help with college admissions and scholarships
define colleges and universities in general (4)
there are roughly 2,000 colleges and universities in the US
most are coeducational, both women and men
range in size from small colleges with large institutions
supported by state or local government funds
May help with college admissions and scholarships
define university (3)
same institutions of higher learning are organized by
2 or more colleges & graduate programs in professional fields of learning
provides advanced studies in most of the subjects that are offered in college
May help with college admissions and scholarships
define graduate school (1)
after graduation from college, students may go onto graduate school for an advanced degree
One of the key life skills you learn in school should be learning how to think. If you learn how to think critically, you will be able to solve many of the problems you face in school and in life.
Thomas Jefferson believed educated citizens were essential to democracy.
Important for the country’s development—future depends on Americans working for the common good; education teaches citizens to contribute to society
true/false women traditionally have been paid less money than men for the same work
true
false
what are 6 traditional values that have developed over the years that influence the nations school system? (3)
-free public education
-equal schooling open to all
-freedom for any creed or religion
-local control
-compulsory attendance
-enriching environment
-Considerate behavior
-Wise use of leisure time
how does getting the most from school be helpfil in the future? (1)
the success you enjoy in school and the study and learning habits you develop will help determine the kind of person you will become.
One of the key life skills you learn in school should be learning how to think. If you learn how to think critically, you will be able to solve many of the problems you face in school and in life.
Copying others, looking, listening, and role-playing are types of learning.
what are one of the first and most important study habits all students must learn? (2)
be well-organized
budget your time
Keep materials you need close at hand.
Select a quiet place to study.
how to study? (3)
Select a regular study place with space, light, and silence.
Budget your time for studying and for tests.
Encourage self-expression
Take notes while reading.
what are some ways you can use your textbook more efficiently? (4)
use the table of contents, index, glossary, maps, charts, appendics, amd captions
answer the questions at the end of each section of the chapter
Review notes and find study partners for tests.
Understand your assignment.
how do you take part in classwork? (3)
Keep materials you need close at hand.
pay careful attention to what is being taught in class
think about the lessons and to not be afraid to ask questions
Develop individual abilities and interests
true/false The failure of one person to carry out a responsibility deprives the others of information and the satisfaction of working together for a common purpose.
true
false
how can you prepare for a test? (2)
review your notes
ask you classmates questions that might appear on the test
to vote wisely, understand current affairs, and solve problems.
People must think for themselves
how do you do well on test? (3)
read each question carefully before trying to answer it
look over the entire test to see how many questions there are and how much time should be spent on each question
read your answers - check if you answered all
Copying others, looking, listening, and role-playing are types of learning.
why is extracurriculars important? (4)
Allow you to work with others toward a goal
Develop individual abilities and interests
Create opportunities to make new friends
May help with college admissions and scholarships
why is developing life skills important? (2)
One of the key life skills you learn in school should be learning how to think. If you learn how to think critically, you will be able to solve many of the problems you face in school and in life.
consider all possible solutions and decide what solution seems best
May help with college admissions and scholarships. Create opportunities to make new friends
All learning is a result of direct observation or participation in events.
how do we learn? Peoples’ thinking is influenced by what? (4)
families, teachers, and friends. celebrities, mass media, and propaganda. social and work groups.
All learning is a result of direct observation or participation in events.
Copying others, looking, listening, and role-playing are types of learning.
Thinking involves awareness, interpretation, and understanding of experiences.
how do schools teach students? (2)
make the best use of information by comparing and analyzing facts, putting the facts together and making conclusions
know where to find information
to vote wisely, understand current affairs, and solve problems.
People must think for themselves.
to be objective and free of bias.
why should people think for themselves? (3)
to be objective and free of bias.
to vote wisely, understand current affairs, and solve problems.
to allow our system of government to work.
celebrities, mass media, and propaganda.
the ability to learn depends on 4 aspects __ ? (3)
maturity and experience
intelligence and our families
experience and the degree of motivation
intelligence and maturity
why is thinking a complex process? (2)
involves awareness, understanding, and interpretation of what we see and know
solve problems by considering all possible solutions
compulsory attendance and equal schooling for all
weighing the evidence and reaching a conclusion
what are some ways of thinking? (3)
reason
question
weigh information
freedom for any creed or religion
what is the process of critical thinking? (4)
defining the issue
distinguishing fact from opinion
the evidence
reaching a conclusion
define: defining the issue (process of Critical thinking) (2)
make sure the issue or question is clearly defined in your mind
make certain that you fully understand it and any terms that might be involved
You can be successful in school if you are aware of the opportunities that your school has to offer and if you are prepared to take advantage of those opportunities.
Important for the country’s development—future depends on Americans working for the common good; education teaches citizens to contribute to society
define: distinguishing fact from opinion (process of critical thinking) (2)
look for evidence to help you understand and judge the issue involved
important to know whether you dealing with facts or with information colored by judgements
are the facts used by the speaker or writer the one you need to know?
more than one possible answer to a question or solution might work
define: weighing the evidence (process of critical thinking) (4)
are the facts used by the speaker or writer which one you need to know?
are important facts missing?
have you studied all the tables, graphs, maps and other sources?
learn to judge which side of the argument that facts seem to support
define: reaching a conclusion (process of critical thinking) (3)
try to keep an open mind
more than one possible answer to a question or solution might work
mentally checking the facts against each possible solution
learn to judge which side of the argument the facts seem to support
true/false few people can be impartial, or completely objective, all of us have certain fixed feelings, or prejudices
true
false
what is the US educational system facing an alarming increase of today? (3)
violence in school
teachers spend more time trying to maintain discipline than they do teaching
more schools installed metal detectors and other security devices to protect students and teachers
Education is vital to American society and to American democracy. The U.S. school system helps prepare you to be a good citizen.
what do schools across the nation do to prevent violence in school? (1)
offer violence prevention programs that teach students how to settle disputes peacefully
Education is important because it builds a strong country and helps individual citizens grow
Being prepared and keeping a schedule can help you by reducing stress and anxiety from not keeping up with things.
Education is a huge part of this world because without education people wouldn’t know how be take care of their communities and neighborhoods.
define: Seven Cardinal principles of Secondary Education (1)
a group of teachers and school officials listed the goals of education that US schools should try to achieve
It helps you become less stressed about not having the correct supplies to be able to copy down the information during class.
people are responsible for what goes on in their neighborhoods and communities, one purpose of education is to teach citizens how to use their skills to helps others in our world.
what are the Seven Cardinal Principles of Secondary Education? (3)
using basic learning skills,
learning to work with others
health education,
training for your life's work
active citizenship,
considerate behavior, wise use of leisure time
central education, a student's request
define: using basic learning skills (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (3)
teach students the skills of reading, writing and arthemtic
using basic learning skills: teach students to learn and study
skills to great advantage in many different courses in schools
learning to work with others
define: learning to work with others (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (2)
learning to work with others
help work with other people in your community and in workplace now and in the future
using basic learning skills
health education
define: health education (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (2)
teach students to develop good health habits
offer programs of physical activities and sports
provides the educational foundations on which special job training can be based
emplyers needwell-educated, skilled workers
define: training for your life's work (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (3)
provides the educational foundations on which special job training can be based
employers need well-educated, skilled workers so they prepare you for job opportunities after you graduate
you can prepare for a job in which you can contribute to the nation and find personal satisfaction
to help you become a good citizen your school seeks develop your interest in community life
define: active citizenship (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (3)
to help you become a good citizen your school seeks develop your interest in community life
teaches you the history of the nation, its institutions, and the problems its faces today
help develop in you a sense of loyalty, love of country, good judgment, and willingness to do your fair share for the good of all
teaches students to adapt to accepted standards of behavior
define: considerate behavior (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (3)
develop in all students a feeling is consideration for their families, teachers, classmates, and other members of the community
respecting the privacy and property rights of other citizens
teaches students to adapt to accepted standards of behavior
teach to enjoy good books, art, and music so that they may enrich your life
define: wise use of leisure time (seven cardinal principles of secondary education) (3)
teach to enjoy good books, art, and music so that they may enrich your life
teach to develop interesting hobbies and to take part in school activities such as athletics and drama
help you find a hobby or special interest to enjoy now and in the future
respecting the privacy and property rights of other citizens
define university
one or more colleges with more advanced majors
Clubs, teams, or events sponsored by the school.
Observation and participation in events
Doing something without thinking about it
Extracurricular Activities
Clubs, teams, or events sponsored by the school.
Doing something without thinking about it
Thinking through your heart rather than your mind
New ways of thinking and doing things
habit
action that we do automatically without thinking about it
internal drive to achieve your goals
preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience
A college graduate has learned more information and skills that can help in different careers.
motivation
internal drive to achieve your goals
thinking that seems to come from your heart more than your mind
thinking that we do to reach decisions and to solve problems
ability to find new ways to think about or do things.
insight
thinking that seems to come from your heart more than your mind
ability to find new ways to think about or do things.
thinking that we do to reach decisions and to solve problems
internal drive to achieve your goals
creativity
ability to find new ways to think about or do things.
thinking that we do to reach decisions and to solve problems
preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience
preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience
critical thinking
thinking that we do to reach decisions and to solve problems
preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience
integrating students with disabilities or special needs into the overall educational program
An institution of learning of the highest level
prejudice
preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience
thinking that we do to reach decisions and to solve problems
ability to find new ways to think about or do things.
thinking that seems to come from your heart more than your mind
