Each of the Teachers Below Has Students with Misconceptions About

question 29

Multiple Choice

Each of the teachers below has students with misconceptions about the material they are studying. Three of the teachers are using strategies that should help their students correct these misconceptions. Which teacher is not using an effective strategy for changing misconceptions?

• A) Ms. Andersen identifies and then builds on things that students correctly understand about the phenomenon at hand.
• B) Mr. Bissette presents a situation that students cannot adequately explain using their current beliefs about the topic.
• C) Ms. Caro reminds her students that she will be testing them on the material they are studying.
• D) Mr. Darren shows students how the true explanation of something is different from, and more plausible than, their existing beliefs.

Assess the short-run and long-run decision-making strategies for businesses in different market conditions.

Understand the differences between high-income and low-income nations in terms of economic status, health outcomes, education, and environmental impact.

Comprehend the theories of economic development, including modernization theory, world systems theory, and dependency theory, along with their strengths and weaknesses.

Recognize the impacts of global stratification on population dynamics, health, the environment, education, literacy, and economic development.

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Definitions:

Melatonin

A hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep and wakefulness.

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Sleeping for a duration longer than what is considered the norm or necessary, potentially causing various health issues.

Depression

A syndrome identified by steady depressive emotions or lack of motivation in previously enjoyed activities, significantly impairing routine life operations.