Question 1

Research indicates that when Julie and Tiano are involved in extracurricular activities outside of school, they increase the possibility that they will go to college and lead a more productive life.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Middle childhood is described developmentally as:

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A)   pre- and concrete operational by Piaget.
B)   autonomy versus shame by Erikson.
C)   the zone of proximal development by Vygotsky.
D)   the microsystem by Gardner.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 3

Children encouraged to play sports as a way to build character usually enjoy it.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

The most common type of social play for 6-12 year old children is solitary play.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

STEM and Inquiry are interchangeable.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Aieden, Jasmin, and Sierra prepared a presentation on insects in their neighborhood. This can be used as an appropriate assessment of inquiry learning.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Inquiry projects and STEM projects are:

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A)   similar in that they both involve active exploration.
B)   similar in that they both involve teacher-directed activities.
C)   similar in that they both involve child-directed activities.
D)   none of the above.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 8

A STEM project differs from an inquiry project in that:

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A)   a STEM project requires posing a question.
B)   an inquiry project involves student-led investigation and use of technology to answer questions.
C)   an inquiry project uses the scientific method.
D)   a STEM project generates solutions to a problem through the design/creation of a project.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Shena wants to know more about clouds, she is in the first stage of an _____________.

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The answer of Shena wants to know more about clouds,...

Question 10

STEM and inquiry projects are similar in that they both involve the integration of academic content though cooperative learning.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The practice of creating meaningful learning centers in a classroom does all of the following EXCEPT:

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A)   minimizes classroom management issues.
B)   prevents student interest and engagement in learning.
C)   encourages students to take ownership of their own learning.
D)   prevents the monotony of a continuous routine.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C) B

Question 12

Play is a meaningful vehicle for learning in the core content areas through all of the following EXCEPT:

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A)   constructive play, when children create puppets or props for plays.
B)   symbolic play, when teachers set up a bank or store.
C)   games with rules that provide practice in math and science.
D)   observer play, when children observe others play.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 13

A science circus involves moving from center to center to explore science materials.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Children who are in middle childhood should not play with Legos or other blocks and construction materials.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A play-based STEM program would most likely include:

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A)   board games that encourage literacy and social studies.
B)   acting out the role of an astronaut, engineer, or reporter.
C)   using fantasy to establish stronger communication skills.
D)   establishing teacher-set rules for idea collection.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 16

Play with miniature materials are not appropriate for middle childhood.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Play benefits children who are 6-12 years old because it:

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A)   facilitates growth in the developmental domains and increases academic content knowledge.
B)   increases scores on standardized tests.
C)   increases STEM scores.
D)   all of the above.
E)   none of the above.F) B) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 18

Beanbags and large meeting spaces should be included in classrooms designed for 6-12 year-old children.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The benefits of a STEM-based curriculum include all of the following EXCEPT:

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A)   scientific inquiry.
B)   mathematical skills for project calculations.
C)   use of worksheets for assessments.
D)   use of the scientific method.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C) C

Question 20

The benefits of play specific to children during middle childhood may include:

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A)   myelination in the developing brain.
B)   increased self-esteem through playing games with external rules.
C)   increased reliance on adult supervision.
D)   fewer occasions for competitive social contexts.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Exam 8: Supporting Play for Children in Middle Childhood

Research indicates that when Julie and Tiano are involved in extracurricular activities outside of school, they increase the possibility that they will go to college and lead a more productive life.

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Middle childhood is described developmentally as:

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Children encouraged to play sports as a way to build character usually enjoy it.

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The most common type of social play for 6-12 year old children is solitary play.

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STEM and Inquiry are interchangeable.

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Aieden, Jasmin, and Sierra prepared a presentation on insects in their neighborhood. This can be used as an appropriate assessment of inquiry learning.

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Inquiry projects and STEM projects are:

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A STEM project differs from an inquiry project in that:

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Shena wants to know more about clouds, she is in the first stage of an _____________.

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STEM and inquiry projects are similar in that they both involve the integration of academic content though cooperative learning.

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The practice of creating meaningful learning centers in a classroom does all of the following EXCEPT:

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Play is a meaningful vehicle for learning in the core content areas through all of the following EXCEPT:

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A science circus involves moving from center to center to explore science materials.

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Children who are in middle childhood should not play with Legos or other blocks and construction materials.

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A play-based STEM program would most likely include:

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Play with miniature materials are not appropriate for middle childhood.

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Play benefits children who are 6-12 years old because it:

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Beanbags and large meeting spaces should be included in classrooms designed for 6-12 year-old children.

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The benefits of a STEM-based curriculum include all of the following EXCEPT:

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The benefits of play specific to children during middle childhood may include:

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