What additional attribute do we think should be included within the definition of the word 'competent'?
habits
When we encourage the development
... [Show More] of international, multicultural, gender, and indigenous and other perspectives, we are fostering the value of:
Diversity
In relation to language learning and acquisition outside the classroom, which of the following is incorrect?
a. Teachers should view the outside world as an extension of the classroom.
b. Outside-world activities should be restricted to intermediate and advanced students.
c. Being able to deal with some everyday language transactions in the outside world will be motivating.
d. Many outside activities can be carried out in non-English-speaking countries, where there are native-English speakers.
b.
True or False:
You can assume that your expectations of the classroom will be the same as the learners' expectations.
False
True or False:
Don't judge the students on the basis of your own cultural background and educational experiences.
True
True or False:
Being a controller is one of the roles of a teacher.
True
True or False:
Being a needs analyst is primarily identifying the social needs of your learners.
False
True or False:
In the Teacher Observation Form, an important instructional skill is that teacher talking time should be maximized.
False
In relation to the possible challenges you may face in co-teaching, which of the following is incorrect?
a. Possible difficulty in planning well with your co-teacher
b. Possible difficulty in your co-teacher not realizing that the onus is on him/her to fit in
c. Possible difficulty in you not collaborating well with your co-teacher
d. Possible difficulty in you not communicating well with your co-teacher
b.
True or False:
When building rapport with a co-teacher, it's important to emphasize the differences between you and the other person.
False
Which of the following is unlikely to help you build a strong relationship with your co-teacher?
a. Tell more than you ask.
b. Display honesty.
c. Demonstrate your competence.
d. Show you want to help.
a.
Which of the following is not an advantage deriving from you choosing, modifying and developing materials?
a. You can make sure your materials better fit the context.
b. You can change the often-repetitive model and organization in the coursebook.
c. You can make the materials relevant to today's world.
d. You can ensure they are Anglo-centric in their construction and production.
d.
True or False:
Coursebooks and accompanying ready-made materials never contain functions and speech outputs based on situations that most foreign language learner will never be in.
False
True or False:
One critical disadvantage from you choosing, modifying, and developing your materials is time spent.
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