Author Question: Kevin, a high-school math teacher, claims that the U.S. educational system is performing better than ... (Read 1388 times)

jace

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 541
Kevin, a high-school math teacher, claims that the U.S. educational system is performing better than has been portrayed in international studies. Which of the following arguments that he makes to support his position is not accurate?
 
  a. The studies show that U.S. performance rates are now increasing rapidly and that in the last few years, we have raised our per-pupil expenditures to a level higher than those of all other industrialized nations.
  b. Higher performance in math in other countries may be due more to family and cultural factors than to educational systems and practices.
  c. Achievement in U.S. schools has improved during the past few decades, along with a growing enrollment of students from low-income families.
  d. The performance of high-achieving students in the United States is similar to that of high performers in other nations.

Question 2

Based on an analysis of IEA, PISA, and TIMMS findings, which of the following might be the best approach to raising mathematics performance levels in the United States?
 
  a. reduce class size
  b. increase the amount of math homework
  c. reduce curriculum differentiation
  d. reduce tell and show teaching approaches



Chou

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 335
Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: a

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: c



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Though “Krazy Glue” or “Super Glue” has the ability to seal small wounds, it is not recommended for this purpose since it contains many substances that should not enter the body through the skin, and may be harmful.

Did you know?

Asthma attacks and symptoms usually get started by specific triggers (such as viruses, allergies, gases, and air particles). You should talk to your doctor about these triggers and find ways to avoid or get rid of them.

Did you know?

Vaccines prevent between 2.5 and 4 million deaths every year.

Did you know?

Human neurons are so small that they require a microscope in order to be seen. However, some neurons can be up to 3 feet long, such as those that extend from the spinal cord to the toes.

Did you know?

The most common childhood diseases include croup, chickenpox, ear infections, flu, pneumonia, ringworm, respiratory syncytial virus, scabies, head lice, and asthma.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library