Professional Education

Curriculum Development

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1) Instead of assigning our students to discuss how to write a good editorial, ask them to write one for the school organ. Which principle underlies this practice?

a) Promote meaningful connections between classroom subject matter and real-world contexts.

b) Use assignments for instructional and diagnostic purposes.

c) When giving assignments take into account students' development levels.

d) Make assignments challenging.

ANSWER: A
RATIONALE: The correct answer is a] Promote meaningful connections between classroom subject matter and real-world contexts. This principle emphasizes the importance of linking classroom learning with practical applications, enhancing relevance and engagement. The other options are important but do not specifically address the real-world application aspect.

2) Philippines' Elementary Curriculum emphasizes on the development of the skills in writing, counting and reading. This manifests the great consideration given to the philosophy.

a) Idealism

b) Progressivism

c) Perennialism

d) Essentialism

ANSWER: D
RATIONALE: The correct answer is essentialism, which emphasizes fundamental skills such as writing, counting, and reading. Idealism focuses on ideal values, progressivism on experiential learning, and perennialism on timeless values.

3) In determining the materials and media to use, what consideration did Teacher Ina a] Mag adopt when he chose materials that can arouse and sustain curiosity?

a) Satisfaction

b) Interest

c) Expectancy

d) Relevance

ANSWER: B
RATIONALE: This question highlights the importance of engaging students' interest in educational content. Choosing materials that capture and maintain students' curiosity is crucial for effective learning and sustained engagement.


4) When curriculum content is fairly distributed in each area of discipline, this means that the curriculum is _____.

a) sequenced

b) balanced

c) integrated

d) continued

ANSWER: B
RATIONALE: A balanced curriculum ensures that each area of discipline is given fair and appropriate emphasis. Sequenced curriculum refers to the order in which content is presented, integrated curriculum combines multiple disciplines, and continued curriculum involves ongoing development. Hence, balanced is the correct answer.

5) Which can promote national pride among pupils/students?
  1. Studying the lives of outstanding Filipinos here and abroad
  2. Reading the lives of saints of the Church
  3. Studying Philippine history with emphasis on the victories and greatness of the Filipino people

a) I, II, III

b) I & II

c) II only

d) III only

ANSWER: D
RATIONALE: This question assesses understanding of effective strategies for promoting national pride in education. It requires evaluating different approaches to teaching history and culture, and recognizing which methods are most likely to foster a sense of national identity and pride. This is important for educators in developing curriculum and teaching strategies that support national education goals.

6) Which curricular move served to strengthen spiritual and ethical values?

a) Re-introducing Science as a subject in Grade 1

b) Reducing the number of subject areas into the skill subject

c) Integration of creative thinking in all subject

d) Introduction of Value Education as a separate subject area

ANSWER: D
RATIONALE: The introduction of Value Education as a separate subject area was a curricular move aimed at strengthening spiritual and ethical values in students. This subject focuses on moral development and the internalization of positive values. Therefore, the correct answer is "Introduction of Value Education as a separate subject area."

7) Below the questions that must be considered in developing appropriate learning activities/experiences EXCEPT one. Which is it?

a) Can the experiences benefit the pupils?

b) Do the experiences save the pupils from learning difficulties?

c) Are the experiences in accordance with the life patterns of pupils?

d) Do the experiences encourage pupils to inquire further?

ANSWER: B
RATIONALE: The focus in developing learning activities should be on benefiting the pupils, aligning with their life patterns, and encouraging further inquiry, rather than solely addressing learning difficulties.


8) I want to compare two concepts. Which technique is most appropriate?

a) Attribute wheel

b) K-W-L techniques

c) Venn diagram

d) Spider web organizer

ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: The correct answer is c] Venn diagram. A Venn diagram is the most appropriate tool for comparing two concepts because it visually represents the similarities and differences between them. The other techniques, while useful for different purposes, do not specifically focus on comparing concepts.

9) To provide for individual differences how is curriculum designed?

a) Minimum learning competencies are included.

b) realistic and meaningful experiences are provided

c) some degree of flexibility is provided

d) Social skills are emphasized.

ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: The correct answer is c] some degree of flexibility is provided. To accommodate individual differences among students, curriculum design needs to incorporate flexibility. This allows teachers to adapt their instruction to meet diverse learning needs, paces, and styles. While minimum competencies (a), meaningful experiences (b), and social skills (d) are all important aspects of curriculum, they don't specifically address the issue of individual differences as directly as flexibility does.

10) Reading in the content area aims to help students make sense of the text and negotiate meaning as readers actively interact with the text. Which of the following activities will best achieve this goal?

a) Have the reading of the text be done at home

b) Make them read silently.

c) Allow students to ask questions.

d) Practice oral reading for fluency.

ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: Allowing students to ask questions best achieves the goal of helping them make sense of the text and negotiate meaning. This interactive approach encourages active engagement with the material, promoting deeper understanding. Reading at home, silent reading, and practicing oral reading are useful but may not provide the same level of immediate clarification and interaction.

11) The class of IV - K is tasked to analyze the present population of the different cities and municipalities of the National Capital Region for the last five years. How can they best present their analysis?

a) By means of a table

b) By looking for a pattern

c) By means of a graph

d) By guessing and checking

ANSWER: C
RATIONALE: A graph is the best way to present population analysis as it visually represents data trends over time. Tables provide raw data, patterns are identified from the analysis, and guessing is not a valid method.

12) A person strives to work at a given task because of a need. Which of the following situations can make a person strive to meet his needs?

a) Ask pupils to submit test questions or reactions from which you can select items for tests or topics for discussion.

b) Minimize the unpleasant consequences of student involvement.

c) Utilize your comprehension as teacher in making final decision in the classroom.

d) Use unfamiliar materials as examples in order to arouse their curiosity.

ANSWER: D
RATIONALE: The correct answer is d] Use unfamiliar materials as examples in order to arouse their curiosity because new and intriguing materials can stimulate interest and motivation in students. Asking pupils for test questions, minimizing unpleasant consequences, and relying solely on teacher comprehension are less effective for engaging students' curiosity and drive.

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