Here are some items that would probably come out in the LET or the Licensure Examinations for Teachers. Take note, I don't have any affiliations to the Board of Professional Teachers. What I'm presenting here are just examples of the questions or shall I say the type and style of the questions usually being asked. I hope I made myself clear. Nevertheless, at least you will have an idea that the questions are not just simple memory recall but require you think very well. Please answer as you scroll down. The answers are at the bottom of the post.
But wait! You might have not read my posts on Behaviorism. Try to read them first to refresh your self. hehehe.
1. The principal called for a faculty meeting about how can they improve instruction and enhance the learning of their students. Each teacher was asked to give a suggestion. Teacher Nimfa suggested that the physical classroom arrangement must be improved and must be flexible enough for the different activities prepared for the students. Teacher Nimfa's suggestion is that of a/an __________.
A. Idealist
B. Behaviorist
C. Perennialist
D. Realist
2. Teacher A wants to promote punctuality among her pupils. If she will employ negative reinforcement, how will she do this?
A. Give plus points for punctual pupils.
B. Exempt punctual pupils from cleaning the room.
C. Deduct points for late pupils.
D. Post a Most Punctual Kid Award in the class bulletin board.
3. Programmed Instruction is credited to which psychologist?
A. Jean Piaget
B. Sigmund Freud
C. B. F. Skinner
D. Ivan Pavlov
4. Riya is afraid of exams. Her teacher usually gives an exam every Friday. Now, Riya is afraid of Friday eventhough it is not certain whether or not her teacher will give an exam on that day. Which theory illustrates Riya's behavior?
A. Classical Conditioning
B. Operant Conditioning
C. Constructivist Theory
D. Connectionism Theory
5. Sir Miles always makes sure to give a Joke for the Day before he starts his class. Which is most likely the reason behind Sir Miles habit?
A. Law of Effect
B. Law of Exercise
C. Law of Conditioning
D. Law of Readiness
1. B; 2. B; 3. C; 4. A; 5. D
Friday, April 23, 2010
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
My Internship Experience: Off Campus Practice Teaching
I must admit that at first, I was quiet nervous that I will be teaching in a public school. I myself came from a public school so I know that pupils there are naughtier, noisier and more talkative. I have lots of worries in my head. How will I deal with my pupils? Can I hold my temper as long as possible? Will I develop hypertension before my internship ends? These are the questions I asked myself before I entered the portals of the school.
I was right when I thought that public school pupils are naughty, noisy and talkative. During my first few days, they were angels with wings and halos. But soon, as weeks passed by, their wings and halos were turned into horns and tails. Hehehe... Seriously, they were uncontrollable. It was a total chaos most especially if the teacher was not around. Looking on the brighter side, I learned to control my anger. I learned to think of the ways to control my pupils. My classroom management skill was put to test. This gave me the opportunity to pressure myself and explore my capability as a classroom manager, to maintain order and enforce discipline inside the classroom.
As to my efficacy in being a teacher, I learned a lot especially from my critic teacher. Through him, I learned how to be a creative, flexible and innovative teacher. He has lots of bright ideas and variety of ways to present the lesson even without long time planning. What I greatly admire about his teaching was that pupils were having fun while learning.
Lastly, I felt the fulfillment of the teaching profession during my offcampus internship. I really appreciate the politeness and courtesy of the pupils especially when calling me "Sir" or greeting me "Good Morning" and bidding "Goodbye". I also felt that they like and love me as their student teacher because they were saddened that I had to go. They even prepared a farewell party and gave me letters as remembrances. For me, these are the rewards of being a teacher which could never be surpassed by any amount or salary...
I was right when I thought that public school pupils are naughty, noisy and talkative. During my first few days, they were angels with wings and halos. But soon, as weeks passed by, their wings and halos were turned into horns and tails. Hehehe... Seriously, they were uncontrollable. It was a total chaos most especially if the teacher was not around. Looking on the brighter side, I learned to control my anger. I learned to think of the ways to control my pupils. My classroom management skill was put to test. This gave me the opportunity to pressure myself and explore my capability as a classroom manager, to maintain order and enforce discipline inside the classroom.
As to my efficacy in being a teacher, I learned a lot especially from my critic teacher. Through him, I learned how to be a creative, flexible and innovative teacher. He has lots of bright ideas and variety of ways to present the lesson even without long time planning. What I greatly admire about his teaching was that pupils were having fun while learning.
Lastly, I felt the fulfillment of the teaching profession during my offcampus internship. I really appreciate the politeness and courtesy of the pupils especially when calling me "Sir" or greeting me "Good Morning" and bidding "Goodbye". I also felt that they like and love me as their student teacher because they were saddened that I had to go. They even prepared a farewell party and gave me letters as remembrances. For me, these are the rewards of being a teacher which could never be surpassed by any amount or salary...
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