Question 1

Zone of Proximal Development

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Refers to the difference between what a learner can do without help and what they can achieve with guidance and encouragement from a skilled partner.

Question 2

Metacognitive strategies

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Techniques used to help learners understand the way they learn; in other words, it helps learners think about learning.

Question 3

Scaffolding

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A process in which teachers model or demonstrate how to solve a problem, and then step back, offering support as needed.

Question 4

Formative assessment

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A range of formal and informal assessment procedures employed by teachers during the learning process in order to modify teaching and learning activities.

Question 5

Summative assessment

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Testing that typically follows instruction to assess what students have learned.

Question 6

Bloom's Taxonomy

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A hierarchical ordering of cognitive skills that can help teachers teach and students learn.

Question 7

Constructivism

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A theory of knowledge that argues humans generate knowledge and meaning from interactions between their experiences and their ideas.

Question 8

Differentiated instruction

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Teaching that is tailored to the different learning needs of students.

Question 9

Multimodal learning

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Incorporating multiple learning styles including auditory, visual, kinesthetic, and read/write.

Question 10

IEP (Individualized Education Program)

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A document that is developed for each public school child who needs special education.

Question 11

RTI (Response to Intervention)

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An educational model that promotes early identification of students who may be at risk for learning disabilities or other difficulties.

Question 12

Inquiry-based learning

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An approach to teaching and learning where the students' questions and investigations are at the heart of the learning experience.

Question 13

Authentic assessment

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Assessment that involves tasks and conditions that are typical of what is encountered in the real world.

Question 14

Learning Styles

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A concept that individuals differ in regard to what mode of instruction or study is most effective for them.

Question 15

Self-efficacy

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An individual's belief in their capacity to execute behaviors necessary to produce specific performance attainments.

Question 16

Student-centered learning

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An approach to learning where learners choose not only what to study, but how and why.

Question 17

Project-based learning

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A teaching method where students gain knowledge and skills by working for an extended period of time to investigate and respond to an authentic, engaging, and complex question, problem, or challenge.

Question 18

Inclusion

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Educational strategy of teaching students with special needs in regular classes for all or nearly all of the day, instead of in special education classes.

Question 19

Universal Design for Learning

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A framework to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all people based on scientific insights into how humans learn.

Question 20

Growth mindset

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The belief that one's abilities and intelligence can be developed with effort, teaching, and persistence.

Question 21

Extrinsic motivation

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An external incentive for behavior, such as a reward or punishment.

Question 22

Intrinsic motivation

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The motivation to engage in a behavior arises from within the individual because it is naturally satisfying to you.

Question 23

Collaborative learning

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A situation in which two or more people learn or attempt to learn something together.

Question 24

Cooperative learning

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Small groups of students work together on a common task.

Question 25

Flipped classroom

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A type of blended learning where students are introduced to content at home and practice working through it at school.

Question 26

Multiple Intelligences Theory

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The idea that there are different types of intelligences used by the human brain, and that each individual possesses a unique blend of these intelligences.

Question 27

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

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An evidence-based three-tiered framework to improve and integrate all the data, systems, and practices affecting student outcomes every day.

Question 28

Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

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The process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.

Question 29

504 Plan

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A plan developed to ensure that a child who has a disability identified under the Rehabilitation Act and is attending an elementary or secondary educational institution receives accommodations that will ensure their academic success and access to the learning environment.

Question 30

Standardized testing

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A test that is administered and scored in a consistent, or "standard", manner.

Question 31

Direct Instruction

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A teacher-centered method that includes methods such as lecture, recitation, and demonstration.

Question 32

Problem-based learning

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A student-centered pedagogy in which students learn about a subject through the experience of solving an open-ended problem.

Question 33

Performance-based assessment

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Students demonstrate their understanding and mastery of a subject by performing a task or project.

Question 34

Rubric

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A set of criteria and standards linked to learning objectives that is used to assess a student's performance on papers, projects, essays, and other assignments.

Question 35

Holistic grading

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Evaluating student work as a whole for its overall quality.

Question 36

Norm-referenced assessment

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An assessment designed to compare and rank test takers in relation to one another.

Question 37

Criterion-referenced assessment

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An assessment that measures student performance against a fixed set of predetermined criteria or learning standards.

Question 38

Peer assessment

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A process whereby students or their peers grade assignments or tests based on a teacher’s benchmarks.

Question 39

Self-assessment

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The process of looking at oneself in order to assess aspects that are important to one's identity.

Question 40

Content Integration

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The extent to which teachers use examples and content from a variety of cultures and groups to illustrate key concepts, principles, generalizations, and theories.

Question 41

Stereotype Threat

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The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about an individual's racial, ethnic, gender, or cultural group.

Question 42

Prejudice Reduction

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Techniques and strategies that aim at combating bias and discriminatory practices in and out of the classroom.

Question 43

Empowering School Culture

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A school environment that enables all students to develop a sense of self-efficacy, community, and engagement in learning.

Question 44

Multicultural Education

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A philosophy that appreciates and includes cultures, perspectives, and experiences of different ethnic groups in the educational system.

Question 45

Culturally Responsive Teaching

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An educational approach that acknowledges and values the importance of including students' cultural references in all aspects of learning.

Question 46

Family and Community Engagement

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The collaboration between families and educators that accelerates student learning.

Question 47

Parent-Teacher Association (PTA)

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A formal organization composed of parents, teachers, and staff that is intended to facilitate parental participation in a school.

Question 48

English Language Learners (ELLs)

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Students who are in the process of acquiring English language skills.

Question 49

Dual Language Learners (DLLs)

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Students who are developing literacy skills in two languages simultaneously.

Question 50

Bilingual Education

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Teaching academic content in two languages.

Question 51

Gifted and Talented Education (GATE)

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A differentiated educational program designed to meet the needs of gifted and talented students.

Question 52

Career and Technical Education (CTE)

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An educational program that provides students with the academic and technical skills, knowledge, and training necessary to succeed in future careers.

Question 53

School-to-Work Transition

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The process of moving from school to post-school activities, such as postsecondary education, vocational training, integrated employment, continuing and adult education, adult services, independent living, or community participation.

Question 54

Positive Discipline

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A method of discipline that focuses on positive behaviors rather than punishments.

Question 55

Zero Tolerance Policies

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School policies that mandate predetermined consequences or punishments for specific offenses.

Question 56

Bullying Prevention

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A set of interventions designed to decrease bullying and create safer learning environments.

Question 57

Digital Citizenship

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The norms of appropriate and responsible behavior with regard to technology use.

Question 58

EdTech (Educational Technology)

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The combined use of computer hardware, software, and educational theory and practice to facilitate learning.

Question 59

Learning Management System (LMS)

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A software application for the administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, automation, and delivery of educational courses, training programs, or learning and development programs.

Question 60

Blended Learning

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A style of education in which students learn via electronic and online media as well as traditional face-to-face teaching.

Question 61

Personalized Learning

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An educational approach that aims to customize learning for each student’s strengths, needs, skills, and interests.

Question 62

Screen Time

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The amount of time spent using a device such as a computer, television, or games console.

Question 63

Digital Literacy

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The ability to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create, and communicate information.

Question 64

Gamification

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The application of typical elements of game playing (e.g., point scoring, competition with others, rules of play) to other areas of activity.

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