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Principles of Teaching - The Teaching Profession

Total questions: 76

Worksheet time: 48mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Refers to an arrangement in which the same teacher and group of students remain in one classroom for most of the day, with one teacher teaching most or all subjects.

a)

Self-Contained Classroom

b)

Curriculum

c)

Collaborative Learning

d)

Postsecondary Education

2.

Learning that takes place when students work in groups to discuss and solve problems together.

a)

abstract thinking

b)

concrete thinking

c)

collaborative learning

d)

nonsectarian

3.

The courses taught in a school, what is taught in each course, and how the courses are sequenced.

a)

self-contained classroom

b)

curriculum

c)

collaborative learning

d)

postsecondary education

4.

Not based on, or affiliated with, any religion.

a)

curriculum

b)

concrete thinking

c)

self-contained classroom

d)

nonsectarian

5.

Thinking about things that are actually experienced.

a)

curriculum

b)

abstract thinking

c)

concrete thinking

d)

nonsectarian

6.

A person who has less education or experience, but works under the supervision of a highly educated professional.

a)

curriculum

b)

paraprofessional

c)

program director

d)

self-contained classroom

7.

Thinking about ideas and concepts and connecting feelings with thoughts (for example, justice or love).

a)

abstract thinking

b)

concrete thinking

c)

curriculum

d)

collaborative learning

8.

Education that takes place after high school.

a)

concrete thinking

b)

paraprofessional

c)

self-contained classroom

d)

postsecondary education

9.

Activities that take place before or after school.

a)

diversity

b)

advocate

c)

extracurricular activities

d)

school-based cirriculum

10.

A curriculum developed by the teachers and staff of a school or school district for use in their own classrooms.

a)

diversity

b)

school-based curriculum

c)

cooperate trainers

d)

extracurricular activities

11.

Postsecondary schools that are designed to teach the specific skills needed to begin working in a trade.

a)

school-based curriculum

b)

developmental disabilities

c)

diversity

d)

technical schools

12.

People who design, conduct, and supervise programs to improve the skills of a company's employees.

a)

cooperate trainers

b)

advocate

c)

psychologist

d)

diversity

13.

The distinct and unique differences among people.

a)

technical school

b)

corporate trainer

c)

diversity

d)

advacate

14.

A group of conditions (physical, intellectual, or behavioral) that can severely impact learning.

a)

diversity

b)

developmental disabilities

c)

advocate

d)

corporate trainer

15.

A person who studies human behavior and mental processes and develops theories to explain why people behave the way they do.

a)

advocate

b)

corporate trainer

c)

administrator

d)

psychologist

16.

A person who supports or promotes the interests of others.

a)

corporate trainer

b)

advocate

c)

psychologist

d)

diversity

17.

All of the following are common personal qualities of effective teachers except ____.

a)

caring

b)

honesty

c)

patience

d)

irritability

18.

Long hours and sometimes less-than-ideal working conditions are two ____ of teaching.

a)

rewards

b)

challenges

c)

perks

d)

benefits

19.

All of the following are true of school curriculum except ____.

a)

curriculum must be decided before teaching begins

b)

curriculum includes all the courses taught and what is taught in each course

c)

teachers can teach whatever they want

d)

some states set curriculum standards for courses taught in the state

20.

Many preschool and pre-K programs require that teachers have at least a(n) ____ degree in early childhood development and education.

a)

associate’s

b)

bachelor’s

c)

master’s

d)

doctorate

21.

Most ____ teachers teach in self-contained classrooms.

a)

elementary school

b)

middle school

c)

junior high

d)

high school

22.

In-depth thinking about ideas and concepts, such as justice or love, describes ____ thinking.

a)

concrete

b)

abstract

c)

collaborative

d)

systematic

23.

High school teachers must have at least a(n) ____ degree and be certified to teach in their state.

a)

associate’s

b)

bachelor’s

c)

master’s

d)

doctorate

24.

Education for a company’s employees is provided by ____.

a)

cooperative extension educators

b)

coaches

c)

adult education teachers

d)

corporate trainers

25.

Due to many current teachers reaching retirement age and the national movement for educational reform, there is a(n) ____ need for teachers.

a)

decreased

b)

increased

c)

stable

d)

inconsistent

26.

Teacher salaries vary based on ____.

a)

health insurance coverage

b)

public funding

c)

years of experience

d)

amount of traveling

27.

All of the following are roles of teachers except ____.

a)

information provider

b)

facilitator

c)

planner

d)

administrator

28.

Teachers are expected to have good ____ or conduct based on moral principles.

a)

ethics

b)

skills

c)

habits

d)

attitudes

29.

All of the following are qualities related to professionalism except ____.

a)

dependability

b)

responsibility

c)

impatience

d)

positive attitude

30.

The ____ is the “personality” of an organization based on the assumptions, values, standards, behaviors, and actions of people, as well as the tangible signs of an organization.

a)

mission statement

b)

organizational culture

c)

chain of command

d)

professional environment

31.

Attending a conference to learn about a new teaching strategy is an example of ____.

a)

a mixed message

b)

a mission statement

c)

organizational culture

d)

professional development

32.

Communicators who freely express their thoughts, ideas, and feelings in respectful ways are _____.

a)

active

b)

aggressive

c)

assertive

d)

passive

33.

All of the following are forms of nonverbal communication except _____.

a)

facial expressions

b)

spoken messages

c)

tone of voice

d)

body posture and movements

34.

Teachers often act as _____ to help students resolve conflicts.

a)

aggressive communicators

b)

assertive communicators

c)

passive communicators

d)

mediators

35.

The first step in constructive conflict management is to _____.

a)

identify various alternatives

b)

clarify the issue

c)

decide how to negotiate

d)

refuse to compromise

36.

Teachers must be skilled at many teaching techniques and know which techniques work best with particular topics and students.

a)

True

b)

False

37.

______________ is the distinct and unique differences among people.

a)

Teaching

b)

Diversity

c)

Special

d)

Qualities

38.

Which of the following qualities is not effective if you are a teacher?

a)

tolerance

b)

kindness

c)

caring

d)

frustrated

39.

Teachers can sometimes supervise ______________________ that take place before or after school.

a)

extracurricular activities

b)

school day activities

c)

extra work

d)

tutoring

40.

A person who support or promote the interests of others is called ____________________.

a)

a teacher

b)

an instructor

c)

an advocate

d)

a professor

41.

The term that describes what is being taught is called ________________. The term that states that a teacher has input in what is being taught is called _______________.

a)

curriculum and teacher options

b)

extracurricular and school based curriculum

c)

curriculum and school based curriculum

d)

objectives and curriculum

42.

A _______________ works in the supervision of a more highly educated professional.

a)

instructor

b)

bachelor

c)

professional

d)

paraprofessional

43.

Check the boxes next to the names of all the academic degrees.

a)

Doctorate

b)

Teacher's

c)

Associate's

d)

Bachelor's

44.

A _____________________ classroom means that the teacher and the students stay in the same area and the teacher teaches all the subjects.

a)

self learning

b)

self reasoned

c)

self taught

d)

self contained

45.

_______________ thinking is when you think about concepts and ideas.

a)

active

b)

concrete

c)

mindful

d)

abstract

46.

Younger students use ___________ thinking when they focus on facts and actual experiences.

a)

imaging

b)

factual

c)

abstract

d)

concrete

47.

What is the main occupation children (a)   .

48.

Most elementary teachers teach in (a)   classrooms.

49.

Students who complete a (a)   -year degree program at a community college receive a bachelor’s degree.

50.

Students who attend and complete a degree at a community college often earn a(n) (a)   degree

51.

Some states require certification by a nationally recognized authority, such as the Child Development Associate (CDA) designation from the Council for Professional Recognition, as a requirement to teach in a preschool.

a)

True

b)

False

52.

Effective preschool or prekindergarten teachers must have a thorough understanding of child development.

a)

True

b)

False

53.

Teacher salaries are consistent and seldom vary.

a)

True

b)

False

54.

Career and technical educators instruct and train students to work in a variety of careers.

a)

True

b)

False

55.

Cooperative extension educators or agents provide educational programs only at universities for professionals.

a)

True

b)

False

56.

Most of a teacher’s day is spent working individually with students.

a)

True

b)

False

57.

Observing students develop new knowledge, skills, and confidence can be the most rewarding part of teaching.

a)

True

b)

False

58.

Adult education is limited to General Equivalency Diploma (GED) programs for those who have not earned their high school diplomas.

a)

True

b)

False

59.

Adult education programs are often government funded.

a)

True

b)

False

60.

Developmental disabilities exclude intellectual or behavioral conditions that impact learning.

a)

True

b)

False

61.

A salary schedule is a budget that shows how teachers commonly allocate their personal finances.

a)

True

b)

False

62.

Supporting staff in educational organizations is called administration and administrative support.

a)

True

b)

False

63.

All of the following are personality characteristics of effective teachers, except_____.

a)

caring

b)

kindness

c)

intolerance

d)

commitment

64.

Most school districts divide preteens and young teens into separate schools due to ____.

a)

developmental differences

b)

parental concerns

c)

societal pressures

d)

height and weight

65.

Which of the following is true of high school teachers?

a)

They teach in self-contained classrooms.

b)

They do not need to be certified.

c)

They must have an associate’s degree in early childhood education.

d)

They specialize in one subject or a group of related subjects.

66.

Which of the following subject areas generally have the greatest demand for teachers?

a)

Math and science.

b)

English.

c)

History and geography.

d)

Physical education.

67.

All of the following can be additional responsibilities of high school teachers, except _____.

a)

monitor for study halls

b)

tutor

c)

cooperative Extension educator

d)

chaperone for school events

68.

A ____ is a professional who helps students learn social skills, solve issues, cope with personal crises, and make education and career decisions.

a)

school guidance counselor

b)

career counselor

c)

parent educator

d)

speech-language pathologist

69.

Long hours and sometimes less-than-ideal working conditions are two _____ of teaching.

a)

rewards

b)

challenges

c)

perks

d)

benefits

70.

All of the following are true of school curriculum except _____.

a)

curriculum must be decided before teaching begins

b)

curriculum includes all the courses taught and what is taught in each course

c)

teachers can teach whatever they want

d)

some states set curriculum standards for courses taught in the state

71.

In-depth thinking about ideas and concepts, such as justice or love, describes _____ thinking.

a)

concrete

b)

abstract

c)

collaborative

d)

systematic

72.

High school teachers must have at least a(n) _____ degree and be certified to teach in their state.

a)

associate's

b)

bachelor's

c)

master's

d)

doctorate

73.

Education for a company’s employees is provided by _____.

a)

cooperative extension educators

b)

coaches

c)

adult education teachers

d)

corporate trainers

74.

Due to many current teachers reaching retirement age and the national movement for educational reform, there is a(n)_____need for teachers.

a)

decreased

b)

increased

c)

stable

d)

inconsistent

75.

Teacher salaries vary based on _____.

a)

health insurance coverage

b)

public funding

c)

years of experience

d)

amount of travelling

76.

High school teachers must have at least a(n) _____ degree and be certified to teach in their state.

a)

associate's

b)

bachelor's

c)

master's

d)

doctorate