The Mathematical Needs in Society Have Changed and Are Influencing

question 11

Multiple Choice

The mathematical needs in society have changed and are influencing what should be taught in preK-8 mathematics classrooms.What statement below reflects a key factor in the change?

• A)Teacher accountability through increased use of standardized assessments.
• B)International perspective with ideas on how and what to teach.
• C)Data on the performance of U.S.students in national and international studies.
• D)Research on how students learn mathematics.

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Definitions:

Testing Procedures

A set of operations or steps designed to assess the performance, quality, or reliability of a product, material, or system under specified conditions.

Impostor Phenomenon

A feeling successful people experience when they are afraid that they did not really succeed because of their own talents and hard work.

Success Feeling

A sense of achievement or accomplishment, often resulting from having met a set of goals or overcoming challenges.

Criticism Fear

Anxiety or apprehension about being judged or receiving negative feedback from others.