Praxis 5412 Exam – Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision Study Guide & Review
Subskill reading assessment scores - (ANSWER)The school leader of a high school assesses reading
scores, which have shown a steady decline for the last few years. The chairperson of the reading
department asks the school leader for assistance in identifying methods to boost students' reading
abilities. Which of the following data will be most important for the school leader to suggest that the
chairperson share in guiding the department's instructional decisions?
Notifying the student and parents, orally or in writing, of the accusations and evidence gathered -
(ANSWER)A high school student with a history of fighting is suspended from school after another violent
incident. Because of the student's repeated offenses, the school leader recommends expulsion. Which
of the following actions should the school leader take before the expulsion hearing to ensure
compliance with due process?
analyzing accomplishments against a benchmark - (ANSWER)During an annual review of school
programs, a school leader asks committee members to refer to the school improvement plan while
reviewing the effectiveness of various programs. By taking this action, the school leader demonstrates
an understanding of the importance of
Using a survey to determine how teachers currently monitor and report student progress - (ANSWER)A
small district plans to implement a computer-based student information system (SISS I S). Teachers in
the elementary school express concern about the requirement that student data will have to be entered
on a weekly basis. Which of the following initial actions by the school leader best helps address the
teachers' resistance?
Aligning assessments with instructional goals - (ANSWER)A school leader observes a teacher's
mathematics lesson. The lesson plan indicates that the learning objective is teaching students to add
fractions. The lesson begins with a minilesson on adding fractions, followed by guided and independent
practice using several problems. The teacher provides students with feedback and support as they work.
At the close of the lesson, the teacher provides each student with an exit slip. The exit slip contains
three fractions for students to reduce to the lowest common denominator.
Which of the following is most important for the school leader to target in the teacher's postobservation
conference?
Comparing the performance of seventh graders on the annual state science assessment with the
performance of previous seventh graders - (ANSWER)The school leader of a middle school wants to
,Praxis 5412 Exam – Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision Study Guide & Review
assess the effectiveness of a new science curriculum that has been in place in seventh grade for one
year. Which of the following methods will provide the school leader with the most valuable data?
What are our strengths and weaknesses?
What resources do we have to work with?
What resources do we have to work with? - (ANSWER)A school leader is working with the campus
planning committee to develop a new strategic plan to better focus its efforts. The school leader wants
the planning committee to begin by identifying the current state of school programs and campus
culture. Which THREE of the following questions are best to ask to help the school leader address this
goal?
"Student benchmark data indicates that program objectives were met." - (ANSWER)A school leader
reviews a report regarding a new schoolwide mathematics program after its first year of
implementation. Which of the following statements from the report best demonstrates the
effectiveness of the program?
enhancing student achievement by seeking to develop a community with a common purpose -
(ANSWER)When acting as a cultural leader, a school leader focuses on
To build a shared vision among various stakeholders - (ANSWER)Which of the following is the best
reason for a school leader to ask teachers, parents, and other community members for suggestions to
improve teaching and learning at the school?
promoting a culture that encourages teacher leadership - (ANSWER)School leaders can best empower
teachers to bring about positive change in their schools by
Seeking and embracing diversification in the recruitment pool - (ANSWER)A school leader of an urban
school strives to hire faculty and staff who will have a positive influence on the social, emotional, and
academic achievements of students of all backgrounds. Which of the following approaches best
supports the leader's goal?
, Praxis 5412 Exam – Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision Study Guide & Review
Discussing the feasibility of a bond election with the superintendent - (ANSWER)A facilities audit of a
middle school indicates widespread problems with the building's internal systems and structure. The
estimated cost of remedying the problems far exceeds the school's annual allotment for maintenance
and operations. Which of the following is the school leader's most appropriate response to the
information in the audit?
Establishing a professional learning community (PLCP L C) in which school leaders will examine data,
propose and test solutions, and track progress - (ANSWER)The school leaders of elementary, middle,
and high schools in a district set a goal of working together to decrease dropout rates among at-risk
students. Which of the following will most effectively facilitate meeting the goal?
Creating opportunities for staff to participate in collaborative decision making - (ANSWER)Which of the
following actions best demonstrates a school leader's commitment to building leadership capacity
among the staff?
facilitate dialogue to eliminate obstacles and validate committee members' thoughts - (ANSWER)A
school leader works with a committee of stakeholders to craft a new school vision statement. The most
effective first step the school leader can take to support the committee's work is to
Asking businesses to offer discounts or reward cards to students who achieve a goal set by the school -
(ANSWER)A representative of the chamber of commerce asks the leader of a high school how the
business community can partner with the school to acknowledge the accomplishments of individual
students. Which of the following is the school leader's best recommendation?
Explaining that borrowing school equipment for personal projects violates district policy -
(ANSWER)Security-camera footage informs a school leader that the industrial arts teacher, Mr. Grayson,
has been taking home power tools at the end of each week and bringing them back a few days later.
When the leader questions Mr. Grayson, he explains that he is borrowing the tools for a home
improvement project. Which of the following is the leader's most appropriate response to Mr. Grayson?
Partnering with a peer to reflect on experiences, ideas, and challenges - (ANSWER)Which of the
following is the most effective way for school leaders to foster their personal professional growth?
Subskill reading assessment scores - (ANSWER)The school leader of a high school assesses reading
scores, which have shown a steady decline for the last few years. The chairperson of the reading
department asks the school leader for assistance in identifying methods to boost students' reading
abilities. Which of the following data will be most important for the school leader to suggest that the
chairperson share in guiding the department's instructional decisions?
Notifying the student and parents, orally or in writing, of the accusations and evidence gathered -
(ANSWER)A high school student with a history of fighting is suspended from school after another violent
incident. Because of the student's repeated offenses, the school leader recommends expulsion. Which
of the following actions should the school leader take before the expulsion hearing to ensure
compliance with due process?
analyzing accomplishments against a benchmark - (ANSWER)During an annual review of school
programs, a school leader asks committee members to refer to the school improvement plan while
reviewing the effectiveness of various programs. By taking this action, the school leader demonstrates
an understanding of the importance of
Using a survey to determine how teachers currently monitor and report student progress - (ANSWER)A
small district plans to implement a computer-based student information system (SISS I S). Teachers in
the elementary school express concern about the requirement that student data will have to be entered
on a weekly basis. Which of the following initial actions by the school leader best helps address the
teachers' resistance?
Aligning assessments with instructional goals - (ANSWER)A school leader observes a teacher's
mathematics lesson. The lesson plan indicates that the learning objective is teaching students to add
fractions. The lesson begins with a minilesson on adding fractions, followed by guided and independent
practice using several problems. The teacher provides students with feedback and support as they work.
At the close of the lesson, the teacher provides each student with an exit slip. The exit slip contains
three fractions for students to reduce to the lowest common denominator.
Which of the following is most important for the school leader to target in the teacher's postobservation
conference?
Comparing the performance of seventh graders on the annual state science assessment with the
performance of previous seventh graders - (ANSWER)The school leader of a middle school wants to
,Praxis 5412 Exam – Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision Study Guide & Review
assess the effectiveness of a new science curriculum that has been in place in seventh grade for one
year. Which of the following methods will provide the school leader with the most valuable data?
What are our strengths and weaknesses?
What resources do we have to work with?
What resources do we have to work with? - (ANSWER)A school leader is working with the campus
planning committee to develop a new strategic plan to better focus its efforts. The school leader wants
the planning committee to begin by identifying the current state of school programs and campus
culture. Which THREE of the following questions are best to ask to help the school leader address this
goal?
"Student benchmark data indicates that program objectives were met." - (ANSWER)A school leader
reviews a report regarding a new schoolwide mathematics program after its first year of
implementation. Which of the following statements from the report best demonstrates the
effectiveness of the program?
enhancing student achievement by seeking to develop a community with a common purpose -
(ANSWER)When acting as a cultural leader, a school leader focuses on
To build a shared vision among various stakeholders - (ANSWER)Which of the following is the best
reason for a school leader to ask teachers, parents, and other community members for suggestions to
improve teaching and learning at the school?
promoting a culture that encourages teacher leadership - (ANSWER)School leaders can best empower
teachers to bring about positive change in their schools by
Seeking and embracing diversification in the recruitment pool - (ANSWER)A school leader of an urban
school strives to hire faculty and staff who will have a positive influence on the social, emotional, and
academic achievements of students of all backgrounds. Which of the following approaches best
supports the leader's goal?
, Praxis 5412 Exam – Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision Study Guide & Review
Discussing the feasibility of a bond election with the superintendent - (ANSWER)A facilities audit of a
middle school indicates widespread problems with the building's internal systems and structure. The
estimated cost of remedying the problems far exceeds the school's annual allotment for maintenance
and operations. Which of the following is the school leader's most appropriate response to the
information in the audit?
Establishing a professional learning community (PLCP L C) in which school leaders will examine data,
propose and test solutions, and track progress - (ANSWER)The school leaders of elementary, middle,
and high schools in a district set a goal of working together to decrease dropout rates among at-risk
students. Which of the following will most effectively facilitate meeting the goal?
Creating opportunities for staff to participate in collaborative decision making - (ANSWER)Which of the
following actions best demonstrates a school leader's commitment to building leadership capacity
among the staff?
facilitate dialogue to eliminate obstacles and validate committee members' thoughts - (ANSWER)A
school leader works with a committee of stakeholders to craft a new school vision statement. The most
effective first step the school leader can take to support the committee's work is to
Asking businesses to offer discounts or reward cards to students who achieve a goal set by the school -
(ANSWER)A representative of the chamber of commerce asks the leader of a high school how the
business community can partner with the school to acknowledge the accomplishments of individual
students. Which of the following is the school leader's best recommendation?
Explaining that borrowing school equipment for personal projects violates district policy -
(ANSWER)Security-camera footage informs a school leader that the industrial arts teacher, Mr. Grayson,
has been taking home power tools at the end of each week and bringing them back a few days later.
When the leader questions Mr. Grayson, he explains that he is borrowing the tools for a home
improvement project. Which of the following is the leader's most appropriate response to Mr. Grayson?
Partnering with a peer to reflect on experiences, ideas, and challenges - (ANSWER)Which of the
following is the most effective way for school leaders to foster their personal professional growth?
