Author Question: Ms. Castello has tried several configurations for students to practice the Spanish conversations ... (Read 47 times)

mwit1967 · **on:** Jun 20, 2018

Ms. Castello has tried several configurations for students to practice the Spanish conversations they memorize in the book. Students seem to enjoy the task most when they work in pairs around the classroom and dread the task when they are required to perform in front of the class. How might she use this information to provide negative reinforcement?

a. Reward students by allowing them to work in pairs if they complete written assignments in a timely manner.
b. Punish students when they fail to participate in the whole class activity by taking away the privilege of working in pairs.
c. Remove the requirement to perform in front of the class if students focus and perform well in pairs.
d. Assure students that they will be allowed to work in pairs after they perform in front of the class.

Question 2

Beth Doll and her colleagues developed suggestions for creating resilient classrooms. Which of the following characterizes a resilient classroom?

a. Teachers minimize rules and maximize support for students.
b. Teachers reduce expectations for minority students to help them advance to the next grade level.
c. Teachers help students develop self-regulation skills and practice behavioral self-control.
d. Students establish the classroom rules and procedures and determine the standards.