WGU D658 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS ALL CORRECT
A chemistry teacher wants to evaluate student progress in learning about atomic mass.
The teacher is currently halfway through the current unit about basic atomic properties.
Which type of assessment is appropriate for this purpose?
1. A standardized test covering atomic mass and other atomic properties.
2. A short quiz asking for the atomic mass of several elements
3. A written composition about atomic mass compared to other properties
4. A presentation about the atomic mass of a chosen element. - Answer- 2. A short quiz
asking for the atomic mass of several elements
How is differentiation defined?
1. An assessment philosophy that emphasizes evaluation through standardization.
2. A classroom practice that involves a predetermined set of instructional strategies.
3. A model of teaching in which learning occurs primarily through assessment.
4. A teaching approach that adapts to differences in student learning styles. - Answer-
4. A teaching approach that adapts to differences in student learning styles.
Which term represents an accurate characterization of differentiation?
1. Unstructured
2. Flexible
3. Traditional
4. Standardized - Answer- 2. Flexible
Which benefit results from differentiation?
1. Freeing students from performance pressure.
2. Reducing the teacher's planning workload
3. Enabling self-evaluation of performance
4. Promoting a respectful environment - Answer- 4. Promoting a respectful environment
How can environment differentiation be accomplished?
1. By providing various ways for students to engage with or access lesson material.
2. By allowing students to have a choice in how they showcase their learning.
3. By creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supporting space for all learners
4. By allowing students to explore the material in ways that resonate with them. -
Answer- 3. By creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supporting space for all learners
Educational theorist agree that there are five interdependent elements of a differentiated
classroom. What is one of these five elements?
, 1. Student workstations
2. Interactive technology
3. Learning environment
4. The number of students. - Answer- 3. Learning environment
Example of Content accommodation?
1. A teacher uses a simplified set of learning objectives for one particular student.
2. A teacher gives one student broken down instructions for a class worksheet
3. A teacher reduces the total workload for one student to include fewer assignments
4. A teacher provides a student with a simplified text that includes fewer vocabulary
words. - Answer- 2. A teacher gives one student broken down instructions for a class
worksheet
A teacher wants to improve the learning experiences for a student who is gifted and
talented. Which accommodation is appropriate for this student?
1. Modified grading rubric
2. Enrichment activities
3. Oral assessments
4. Tutoring other students. - Answer- 2. Enrichment activities
Which accommodation is appropriate for an ELL student.
1. Speak only English at a normal pace to encourage immersion.
2. Include only written instruction for assignments to increase reading skills
3. Assign independent projects that require minimal language use
4. Allow for additional time on assignments that require reading. - Answer- 4. Allow for
additional time on assignments that require reading.
A teacher wants to improve learning experiences for students who have ADHD. Which
accommodation is appropriate for this student?
1. Personal mentoring
2. Clear instructions
3. Reading assignments
4. Translation tools - Answer- 2. Clear instructions
A student has a neurologic-based processing disorder. Which accommodation is
appropriate for this learning profile?
1. Bonus exam questions
2. Peer evaluations
3. Extended school day
4. Graphic organizers - Answer- 4. Graphic Organizers
Standard: Describe the major periods of the Prehistoric era. What is one example of an
objective that aligns with this standard?
1. Given a date within the Prehistoric era, identify the corresponding major period.
2. Write a composition describing the advancements of a given Prehistoric period.
3. Use at least three characteristics to compare the Prehistoric era to Classical era.
ANSWERS ALL CORRECT
A chemistry teacher wants to evaluate student progress in learning about atomic mass.
The teacher is currently halfway through the current unit about basic atomic properties.
Which type of assessment is appropriate for this purpose?
1. A standardized test covering atomic mass and other atomic properties.
2. A short quiz asking for the atomic mass of several elements
3. A written composition about atomic mass compared to other properties
4. A presentation about the atomic mass of a chosen element. - Answer- 2. A short quiz
asking for the atomic mass of several elements
How is differentiation defined?
1. An assessment philosophy that emphasizes evaluation through standardization.
2. A classroom practice that involves a predetermined set of instructional strategies.
3. A model of teaching in which learning occurs primarily through assessment.
4. A teaching approach that adapts to differences in student learning styles. - Answer-
4. A teaching approach that adapts to differences in student learning styles.
Which term represents an accurate characterization of differentiation?
1. Unstructured
2. Flexible
3. Traditional
4. Standardized - Answer- 2. Flexible
Which benefit results from differentiation?
1. Freeing students from performance pressure.
2. Reducing the teacher's planning workload
3. Enabling self-evaluation of performance
4. Promoting a respectful environment - Answer- 4. Promoting a respectful environment
How can environment differentiation be accomplished?
1. By providing various ways for students to engage with or access lesson material.
2. By allowing students to have a choice in how they showcase their learning.
3. By creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supporting space for all learners
4. By allowing students to explore the material in ways that resonate with them. -
Answer- 3. By creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supporting space for all learners
Educational theorist agree that there are five interdependent elements of a differentiated
classroom. What is one of these five elements?
, 1. Student workstations
2. Interactive technology
3. Learning environment
4. The number of students. - Answer- 3. Learning environment
Example of Content accommodation?
1. A teacher uses a simplified set of learning objectives for one particular student.
2. A teacher gives one student broken down instructions for a class worksheet
3. A teacher reduces the total workload for one student to include fewer assignments
4. A teacher provides a student with a simplified text that includes fewer vocabulary
words. - Answer- 2. A teacher gives one student broken down instructions for a class
worksheet
A teacher wants to improve the learning experiences for a student who is gifted and
talented. Which accommodation is appropriate for this student?
1. Modified grading rubric
2. Enrichment activities
3. Oral assessments
4. Tutoring other students. - Answer- 2. Enrichment activities
Which accommodation is appropriate for an ELL student.
1. Speak only English at a normal pace to encourage immersion.
2. Include only written instruction for assignments to increase reading skills
3. Assign independent projects that require minimal language use
4. Allow for additional time on assignments that require reading. - Answer- 4. Allow for
additional time on assignments that require reading.
A teacher wants to improve learning experiences for students who have ADHD. Which
accommodation is appropriate for this student?
1. Personal mentoring
2. Clear instructions
3. Reading assignments
4. Translation tools - Answer- 2. Clear instructions
A student has a neurologic-based processing disorder. Which accommodation is
appropriate for this learning profile?
1. Bonus exam questions
2. Peer evaluations
3. Extended school day
4. Graphic organizers - Answer- 4. Graphic Organizers
Standard: Describe the major periods of the Prehistoric era. What is one example of an
objective that aligns with this standard?
1. Given a date within the Prehistoric era, identify the corresponding major period.
2. Write a composition describing the advancements of a given Prehistoric period.
3. Use at least three characteristics to compare the Prehistoric era to Classical era.
