Each of the Teachers Below Has Students with Misconceptions About

question 47

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 gives corrective feedback when students make statements that reflect misconceptions.
• 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.

---

Definitions:

Permissive

A style or approach characterized by a high degree of freedom and leniency, often used to describe parenting or leadership styles.

Parenting

The act of rearing children which includes providing care, education, moral guidance, and emotional support.

Identity Status

Refers to the stages in the process of developing a sense of self or identity, often explored during adolescence.

Marcia's Theory

A psychological theory by James Marcia that categorizes an individual's identity development during adolescence into four statuses based on exploration and commitment.