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calendar 1. (Points: 2) Which of the following is a framework most closely similar in function?

a. goal c. objective d. daily lesson plan Save Answer
 * b. benchmark**

2. (Points: 2) Why is "benchmarks" better terminology for what Michigan has for many years called "objectives" in its curriculum documents?

a. Benchmarks come to education through cognitive learning theory, while objectives are the result of behavioral learning theory. b. Benchmarks are more easily understood by teachers. Objectives are more theoretical and are best understood by university researchers. c. Benchmarks have a much longer history in Michigan and also have a reputation of being teacher friendly. Objectives are a relatively new idea that is much harder to understand. Save Answer
 * d. Benchmarks imply broad leaning goals than need to be achieved when reaching**
 * well-defined developmental levels, while objectives are more specific to daily**
 * classroom learning activities.**

3. (Points: 2) Which of the following is a general goal of the Michigan Curriculum Frameworks?

a. literacy of individuals c. elaboration of annual learning goals in several content areas d. development of assessment instruments that can be used by teachers, Re: Rosters: administrators, and state school officials Save Answer
 * b. coordination of effort between districts and the state**

4. (Points: 2) What is the relationship between the Michigan Essential Goals and Objectives for Science Education (MEGOSE) and the Michigan Curriculum Frameworks?

a. MEGOSE serves as an interpretation tool for the frameworks. b. There is little relationship since MEGOSE is about science and the Frameworks is about general literacy. d. MEGOSE and the Frameworks were written by the same people so that they could show how important science ideas could be taught in the classroom. Save Answer
 * c. The science objectives in MEGOSE are contained in the science section of the**
 * Frameworks as benchmarks.**

5. (Points: 2) How does a goal differ from an objective?

a. A goal is more specific in intent and immediacy of action than an objective. b. Goals and objectives are generally considered to be the same thing in education. d. Goals are written and used by teachers on a day to day level, whereas objectives are written by national or state planning committees. Save Answer
 * c. Goals are long-term statements of achievement; objectives are more short-term**
 * statements of learning.**

6. (Points: 2) How long has Michigan been developing objectives and assessments in science for K-12 schools?

b. Since the No Child Left Behind Legislation 2 years ago c. About 10 years d. Since the Michigan Department of Education was first formed over 100 years ago Save Answer
 * a. About 30 years**

7. (Points: 2) According to the Michigan Essential Goals and Objectives in Science Education (MEGOSE) the objectives in the document were written in a way that "attempts to reduce content coverage", rather that increase it. Why was this done?

a. Lessening the content in the curriculum means that more emphasis can be placed on depth of understanding. c. Lessening content has been a trend that has occurred over the past 75 years in all curriculum documents of this type. d. Since it is imperative that all state agencies hold down costs, it is only natural that producing a slimmed down curriculum document would be perceived as reducing expenses. Save Answer
 * b. Lessening the content is consistent with national attempts simplify education and make**
 * it accessible to all students.**

8. (Points: 6) Describe how well written science objectives can be used to promote scientific literacy.