ch. 10 answers
pdf
keyboard_arrow_up
School
Holy Family University *
*We aren’t endorsed by this school
Course
215
Subject
Mathematics
Date
Apr 3, 2024
Type
Pages
3
Uploaded by ChiefKoala4101
1.
A teacher has her students use counting blocks to work on adding and subtracting.
She also has her students walk her through how they are getting their answers and
asks them questions on their problem-solving. What strategy(s) is this teacher using
to promote development in math and why?
The strategy that the teacher uses to promote development in math is using objects and visual
displays to illustrate mathematical concepts. I believe that this is the strategy to promote
development by the teacher providing students with blocks to help work on counting. The blocks
are used as a visual to help students with their understanding of addition and subtraction. I think
another strategy shown here was fostering metacognition in mathematics. The teacher had the
students explain how they got their answers, which shows metacognition through them
explaining how they did their math problem. The teacher also asked problem-solving questions,
which is another example of the teacher using metacognition through mathematics. I think that
the teacher is using the strategies of using objects and visual displays to illustrate mathematical
concepts and fostering metacognition in mathematics to help promote development in
mathematics.
2.
How would you promote metacognition in math for younger students? Provide at
least two specific examples.
I would promote metacognition in math for younger students by having students explain how
they solved a problem. I would also have the students further explain the steps they took to do it.
An example of this is having a student explain how they know how to solve a simple
multiplication problem. I would ask them how they know that 2 times 4 equals 8. The student
could show me a visual representation that if he took blocks and made four groups of 4, that it
would equal 8. This would show me that he knows how to explain and solve the multiplication
problem. Another example of this is having a student check to see if their calculations are correct
in a word problem. If a word problem is talking about buying different items from the grocery
store and the student thinks the total is in the millions, then they should check the accuracy of the
problem. This would show me as a teacher that my student knows how to not only solve a word
problem, but to consider if their answer is logical.
3.
How is nature vs. nurture important in children's basic developmental learning?
Nature vs nurture is very important by both aspects being both very crucial in a child’s basic
developmental learning. Nature is crucial because a child’s genetic makeup can determine many
traits in learning, temperament and behavior. Some parts of the genetic makeup can be shown in
the classroom such as aspects of their behavior or personality. Nature can also affect how
children can learn. If both parents had a learning disability, the child most likely can develop
one. This can affect the child’s basic development in learning. On the other hand, nurture is more
based on creating experiences for your child. If a child is read to before school even begins, the
child will be more likely to succeed in the classroom early on. They will be more likely to
understand stories and pay attention when being read to, than a child that was barely read to.
Overall, nature and nurture are both important in a child’s basic developmental learning.
4.
What is the best way for children to learn science besides using a textbook? Explain
the reasons why.
The best way for children to learn science besides using a textbook is to engage students in
scientific investigations. The reason for this is because not only do children have fun through
experiments, but they also learn. An example of this is growing a butterfly garden. Many
students would get bored reading that caterpillars turn into butterflies just from a textbook. But if
they get to see caterpillars grow into butterflies, it becomes more fun. The children will learn
more since they will be very curious about how this process happens, they can record all the
progress and they will be excited to learn about it in every single science class. It could be easier
to just teach from reading a textbook and taking a test on it, but students can get more out of the
experience of a scientific investigation. It is a great way for students to get up and moving, but
also educating on a topic that is required.
5.
As a teacher, what are 3 ways you could help students understand and learn in
social studies? For each suggestion, explain how you would do this.
The three ways you can help students understand and learn social studies is having students
relate concepts to personal knowledge, understanding why people acted as they did, and make it
fun for students. An example of how I would do this is if it was a geography lesson, I would have
students learn about the regions of the United States. I would make sure to incorporate all three
ways of understanding to keep all the students engaged and make sure they understand. I would
split the class into four different groups. I would cut the US map into four sections. Each group
will learn if their section is north, south, east or west. They will all color their section and when
they are all done it will be a fully colored US map. A personal connection to this is asking
students what part of the country they would like to live in if they got the choice to. For the
understanding of the why portion, the students will have a good understanding of what part of
the country they live in looks like and how it is divided up. Lastly, the fun part is when students
get into groups and get to color a part of the United States.
6.
Explain the importance of visual arts and music in development. Give one specific
example for each.
Visual arts and music are crucial in a child’s development; they contribute to children’s
cognitive, social-emotional and physical development. It can also enhance critical thinking skills,
creativity, and students can figure out their interests through experiences in visual arts and music.
An example of visual arts help developmentally is giving an art project in this case, students will
draw a self portrait. This will help students’ cognitive development by learning different
perceptions and their memory to see how well they can represent themselves through drawing.
This lesson will help students’ social-emotional development by having the self portrait be used
to express their emotions. If they don't like how their hair looks it would probably look more
jagged or rough. On the other hand, if someone really likes their shoes, the student would most
likely add lots of detail and color. Lastly, this lesson can help students with their physical
development by having them work with their fine motor skills. When students draw self
portraits, they usually use a few different types of pencils, pens, or markers. Not all of these
materials will have the same texture, so the students will have to use different muscles in their
fingers and wrist to use these materials. An example in music, a lesson would be on how to learn
how to use and play on different string instruments. This helps with students' cognitive
development by allowing them to learn different sounds each of the strings make. After learning
instruments later on, music can also help with memorization with remembering different cords.
This lesson will also help students’ social-emotional development by having the instruments be a
creative outlet for them. For students feeling angry, they will play the strings with more force.
While students who feel happy are most likely to play with the strings lighter. This lesson could
also help students physically by helping them with their fine motor skills. Fine motor skills are
very crucial when learning to play a string instrument with plucking the correct strings.
7.
Which question on this exam do you think was the most effective and why? Use your
knowledge of learning theory to justify your answer.
I think question six was the most effective when it was asked the importance of the visual arts
and music. I think throughout my personal experience in schooling when I was younger, I felt
deprived of some of the visual arts.
Your preview ends here
Eager to read complete document? Join bartleby learn and gain access to the full version
- Access to all documents
- Unlimited textbook solutions
- 24/7 expert homework help