Before a Teacher Can Activate a Learner's Prior Knowledge, They

question 42

Multiple Choice

Before a teacher can activate a learner's prior knowledge, they should do all of the following, EXCEPT:

• A)assess the learner's background knowledge.
• B)assess whether the learner's family structure and socioeconomic status have provided appropriate background knowledge and skills.
• C)determine the learner's skill levels.
• D)decide what background information or skills to teach or bypass if academic, social, or physical "roadblocks" are present.

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Definitions:

Computer Functioning

The process by which a computer operates, executing instructions through its hardware and software components to perform tasks.

Sensorimotor Period

Another term for the sensorimotor stage in cognitive development, emphasizing the timeframe in which infants explore the world through senses and motor actions.

New Adaptation

The process or state of changing to fit a new environment or different conditions, often referring to biological, psychological, or social adjustments.

Language Development

The process by which children come to understand and communicate language during early childhood.