Judy Bishop, an eighth-grade math teacher, typically spends about five minutes at the beginning of the period, taking roll and gathering the materials she will use for the day. When she has her materials ready, she says, All right everyone, look up here, and let's begin.
Carola Rodriguez, one of Judy's colleagues, has her materials waiting on her desk and has an assignment waiting for students as they enter the room. The students immediately begin the assignment, since they're used to having an assignment on the board every day. Carola watches the students as they complete the assignment, they briefly discuss it, and she moves into the day's topic. Based on this information, which of the following conclusions is most valid?
a. Judy is a more effective teacher than is Carola.
b. Carola is a more effective teacher than is Judy.
c. Judy has a more productive learning environment than does Carola.
d. Carola is less likely to have classroom management problems than is Judy.
Question 2
The type of standardized test designed to predict potential for future learning is a(n):
a. aptitude test.
b. achievement test.
c. intelligence test.
d. diagnostic test.