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Praxis II PLT 5-9 Test Prep

Category - PRAXIS Principles of Learning and Teaching 5-9

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Ms. Hayden is a 9th grade math teacher. She thinks that some of the students in her class are failing because they think math is “un-cool.” She understands that the social environment of her students has shifted between middle school and high school, and recognizes her responsibility to bring about an authentic interest in her subject matter. Which of the following strategies might effectively impact students’ attitudes?
  1. Creating a unit on the history of famous mathematicians
  2. Reminding her students daily of the importance of math
  3. Bringing in guest speakers from a local college to speak about their academic goals
  4. Rewarding top-performers with a pizza party
Explanation
Answer: C - Bringing in guest speakers from a local college to speak about their academic goals. This would be the most effective method of impacting student’s attitudes. College students will represent an immediate future to the students. If students show an appreciation for the subject they are studying (particularly subjects like Computer Science, Engineering, and other technologically inclined areas) it can help them understand the importance of their math education and consider how their efforts now will impact their near future.
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