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Praxis 5266 (PLT, K-6) Questions and Answers Latest Version Graded A+
What is the name of the theory that emphasizes learning through social interaction and language?✔✔ Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory
What is the term for a teacher providing support that is gradually removed as the student becomes more independent?✔✔ Scaffolding
What is the developmental stage where children begin to think logically about concrete events, according to Piaget?✔✔ Concrete operational stage
What is the term for a teacher’s awareness of what is happening in all areas of the classroom?✔✔ Withitness
What is the best way to accommodate a visual learner?✔✔ Provide diagrams, charts, and written directions 1 / 4
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What type of motivation comes from within the student, such as interest or enjoyment?✔✔ Intrinsic motivation
What do we call a classroom in which all students feel safe, valued, and respected?✔✔ Inclusive environment
What is the term for tailoring instruction to meet individual student needs?✔✔ Differentiation
What is an assessment called that is given during the learning process to monitor student progress?✔✔ Formative assessment
What is the term for a final evaluation at the end of an instructional unit?✔✔ Summative assessment
What is one advantage of using rubrics in assessment? 2 / 4
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✔✔ Provides clear expectations and consistent scoring
What is the best method for collecting detailed observations of student behavior?✔✔ Anecdotal records
What is a key characteristic of a student-centered classroom?✔✔ Active engagement in learning
According to Erikson, what is the main developmental task for elementary-aged children?✔✔ Developing a sense of competence
What is the term for adjusting the level of support to match a student’s current ability?✔✔ Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)
What strategy helps students retain information by associating it with something familiar?✔✔ Mnemonic devices
What type of questioning encourages critical thinking and open-ended responses? 3 / 4
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✔✔ Higher-order questioning
What is the most effective way to manage transitions between classroom activities?✔✔ Use clear routines and visual or auditory cues
What is the term for breaking down a skill into smaller, teachable parts?✔✔ Task analysis
What strategy involves giving students a choice in their learning process to increase ownership?✔✔ Student voice and choice
What type of praise focuses on student effort rather than ability?✔✔ Growth mindset praise
What does IEP stand for in special education?✔✔ Individualized Education Program
What is the purpose of a 504 Plan?
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