SPECIAL TOPICS

PrEd 191
Which of the following conditions most likely brings about a classroom climate
that is business-like yet non-threatening?

a. Rules, limits, and expectations are made clear during

the first day of classes
b. The teacher assigns student leaders who will check class
attendance
c. The authoritarian teacher is in full control of the
classroom
d. Student leaders list the names of noisy students
Which of the following conditions most likely brings about a classroom climate
that is business-like yet non-threatening?

CORRECT ANSWER:
a. Rules, limits, and expectations are made clear during
the first day of classes
EXPLANATION

This approach estbalishes a foundation for

Why letter A. Rules, a structured learning environment where
limits, and students understand what is expected of
expectations are them. It promotes a sense of predictability,
mutual understanding, respect, and
made clear during dairness, which contribute to a business-like
the first day of yet non-threatening classroom climate.
classes?
EXPLANATION
Assigning student leaders who will check
class attendance can be helpful however it
may not be necessarily contribute to a
business-like yet non-threatening classroom
Why not letter B. The climate. This approach focuses more on
teacher assigns administrative aspect of running a
classroom and does not directly address the
student leaders who establishment of clear rules and
will check class expectations for behavior and academic
attendance? performance.
EXPLANATION

Authoritarian teaching style may create a

business-like environment but can also be
threatening and intimidating for students.
Why not letter C. The This approach may stifle student
authoritarian teacher participation, discourage creativity, and
is in full control of create an atmosphere of fear rather than
fostering a positive and engaging learning
the classroom? environment.
EXPLANATION
Addressing disruptive behavior is
important however, relying solely on
student leaders to list the name of noisy
students may not be the most effective
approach. it can create a negative
Why not letter D. atmosphere where students feel singled out
Student leaders list or targeted. Additionally, this approach
the names of noisy does not address the broader aspects of
establishing clear rules and expjectations
students? for behavior and academic performance.
Building a strong and healthy relationship in class is important. Which of the
following should be out of the picture?

I. Criticizing
II. Befriending
III. Blaming
IV. Listening
a. I and II b. I and IV
c. II and III d. I and III
Building a strong and healthy relationship in class is important. Which of the
following should be out of the picture?

I. Criticizing
II. Befriending
III. Blaming
IV. Listening
a. I and II b. I and IV
c. II and III d. I and III
EXPLANATION

I. CRITICIZING
Can often lead to negative feelings and can
damage relationships. Constructive
Why letter D. I and feedback is always welcome, but it should
III and not A,B, and be delivered in a respectful and supportive
C? manner, not as criticism.
EXPLANATION

II. BEFRIENDING
Why letter D. I and Can help to build trust and mutual respect
III and not A,B, and
C?
EXPLANATION

III. BLAMING
Can create a hostile environment, leading to
Why letter D. I and resentment and conflict. It’s always better
to focus on solving the problem rather than
III and not A,B, and pointing fingers.
C?
EXPLANATION

IV. LISTENING

Why letter D. I and It shows that you value other’s thoughts

and feelings.
III and not A,B, and
C?
EXPLANATION

Why letter D?
It’s because criticizing and blaming are
Why letter D. I and negative behaviors that should be avoided
to maintain a positive and healthy class
III and not A,B, and environment
C?
THANKS FOR
LISTENING!!!