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Applying psychology to teaching
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What are at least two reasons teaching is considered to be a complex activity? | 1.Teachers have daily responsibility for diverse populations of students with varied and sometimes contradictory needs. 2.Teachers are constantly making decisions - before and after instruction as well as on the spot. |
What is grade retention? In what demographic does it most often occur? | Having a student repeat a year because of poor achievment. Mostly occurs in students of low SES. |
What are the 5 characteristics of most scientific studies? | Sampling, control, objectivity, publication, replication. |
What are at least 3 factors that complicate scientific study of behaviour and thought processes? | 1. the limited focus of research 2. the complexity of teaching and learning 3. the selection and interpretation of data 4. the revision of ideas because of new findings |