According to Social Systems Theory a School That Has Dynamic

question 2

Multiple Choice

According to social systems theory a school that has dynamic equilibrium is illustrated best by which of the following?

• A) Since all children benefit from a solid standards-based curriculum, teachers do not need to make instructional changes even though there are changes in student demographics from last year.
• B) At a national conference, the superintendent learns about small learning communities and hires a consultant to work with schools to create them.
• C) In a time of turbulent change in the school district, the principal keeps the staff protected by maintaining internal policies and procedures.
• D) Faced with mandated changes due to NCLB, the principal asks departments to determine effects of the new requirements on each department and report on how each department will respond.
• E) Both a and b are correct.

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Definitions:

ACh

Acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter in both the peripheral and central nervous systems involved in many functions including muscle activation and memory.

Antagonist

In pharmacology, a substance that blocks or dampens the effects of a neurotransmitter or hormone. In literature, the character who opposes the protagonist.

Opiate

A category of drugs naturally derived from the opium poppy plant that are used for pain relief but are also highly addictive.

Childbirth

The process of giving birth to a baby, ranging from the onset of labor to the delivery of the child.