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1
The Waldorf approach focusses on what age range due to how it shapes the way the child views and approaches the world?
Birth - 7 years old
14 - 21
All of the above
7 - 14
2
The Montessori approach allows the student to lead and go at their own pace but is guided by Montessori educators.
False
True
3
Literary materials in Core Knowledge should be up to date and age appropriate for the subject the children engage in.
True
False
4
According to the YMCA of Southern Interior BC, "Playing to Learn" covers what subjects?
All of the above
Language and literacy
Music, visual arts and drama arts
Math, science and technology
5
High Scope environments are meant to be....
Flexible, welcoming, and encouraging of different ideas
Providing children with opportunities to develop autonomy
All of the above
Open-ended, welcoming, and encouraging of social interaction
6
Dr. E.D. Hirsch spent time researching students ability to comprehend text, which led to his idea of cultural literacy.
True
False
7
Six areas of knowledge should be represented in a Core Knowledge environment. What are they?
Language arts, history, geography, math, science, and fine arts
Language arts, history, geography, math, science, and PE
Language arts, tech, history, geography, fine arts, and science
Language arts, geography, history, fine arts, math, and tech
8
Dr. E.D. Hirsch Jr. founded the Core Knowledge Foundation in what year?
1983
1986
1988
1985
9
How does the High Scope approach encourage the child to reach their full potential regardless of circumstances?
C: Both A and B
A: They provide ways to keep the child engaged at home as well as at school
B: They work with other programs around the world to provide access
10
Materials are stored in labelled and in reach shelves to better promote independence.
False
True
11
The YMCA had a curriculum before "Playing to Learn".
True
False
12
The YMCA "Playing to Learn" approach has a holistic view of the child and it values each child's uniqueness.
False
True
13
Montessori classrooms are designed in a way where everything has a purpose and a place.
True
False
14
When decorating a Waldorf classroom, what can be found that creates the intended welcoming environment?
D: A and B
C: Darkly painted walls
B: Colourful scarves or other soft materials
A: Faceless dolls
15
The Core Knowledge Foundation also says they want to lessen fairness and excellence gaps in academic achievement.
True
False
16
Early Waldorf classrooms valued music and art as much as science or math. Classes encourage that same creativity today.
False
True
17
What types of materials are used in Montessori classrooms?
B: Electronic materials
D: A and C
A: Hands-on, natural materials that develop fine motor skills
C: Problem-solving based materials that develop cognitive abilities
18
Which of these is a real quote from the Core Knowledge Foundation's website regarding how they achieve their mission?
B: "Empower each child to achieve his or her academic potential"
A: "Create literate citizens able to contribute to a democratic society"
C: "Devote our efforts to making sure those in our care reach their best"
D: A and B
19
Waldorf classrooms use natural materials as often as they can.
False
True
20
Who founded the Montessori approach?
Marcella Montessori
Mariana Montessori
Maria Montessori
Mary Montessori
21
The materials in a Core Knowledge class should promote exploration and gaining of knowledge.
Yeah, obviously
Of course they should
22
High Scope materials are more open-ended, like art, fabric pieces, and differing sizes of blocks.
True
False
23
The highscope.org website gives examples of strategies to help with self-care, exploration, and regulation at home.
True
False
24
Environments in Core Knowledge classrooms should be encouraging and make children feel free to explore new information.
True
False
25
The first three centres opened in 1907, and withing a few years there were Montessori centres across 5 continents.
True
False
26
How is artwork in a "Playing to Learn" setting meant to be displayed?
At the highest point of the wall so they can't be reached
On the wall at childrens eye level
27
How should a Montessori classroom's environment feel?
Mismanaged, chaotic, and like a party
Freeing, safe, harmonious, and social
Strict, put together, and professional
28
Dr. David Weikart started the High Scope approach in Ypsilanti, Michigan in 1962. Why did he do this?
He was bored
He became frustrated with high school students failing
He wanted to provide more educational opportunities for the less fortunate
He saw an opportunity to better things for his colleagues
29
The environment for a YMCA "Playing to Learn" space needs to be....
A: Calming, welcoming, and clutter-free
C: Muted in colour to not overwhelm but still enough to be inviting
B: Bright and in your face
D: A and C
30
The American Montessori Society touts how students grow up to be due to their teachings. What do they aim for?
Students that think critically, work together, and act with integrity
Both
Students that are confident, enthusiastic, and self-directed learners
31
Where was the first Waldorf school founded?
Switzerland
Croatia
New York
Vienna
32
Montessori materials are meant for hands-on learning and are there to develop skills through repetition and error.
False
True
33
The YMCA curriculum was developed in 2001, when was it adopted by all YMCA's across Canada?
2002
2010
2006
2004
34
Who first developed the Waldorf approach?
Rudolf Steiner
Lucy Sprague Mitchell
Ella Flatau
Statler
35
Materials in a "Playing to Learn" centre should include what?
Pointy sticks, rocks, and a pile of leaves
Toys that are childproof and non-allergenic, and only man made items
Dolls, furniture, costumes, toy versions of home items, and fidget toys
36
Why do High Scope classes value real-life items to use as materials?
Children can use them to discover uses for them at home
They don't have strict structure
They allow for adult imitation
Easy to procure
37
An intervention to prevent young children failing was held at the Perry Elementary School, this lasted from 1962-1968.
False
True
38
Waldorf classrooms are intentionally configured to be comforting and feel like home.
False
True
39
Why do Waldorf classes use natural materials?
They're cheap
Their sense of touch feeds into building them understand the physical world
Children feel more in tune with nature and end up preferring the texture
40
The environment of a High Scope classroom should have at least 3-4 interest areas.
True
False
