In Classroom Coaching: Effective Communication
This quiz will assess your knowledge regarding the various communication strategies you can utilize to maximize your coaching experience.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which of the following is not a method of establishing trust with a teacher?
- A.
Being human
- B.
Being reliable
- C.
Asking questions
- D.
Adhering to your coaching role
Correct Answer
C. Asking questionsExplanation
Asking questions is not a method of establishing trust with a teacher because it implies doubt or lack of confidence in the teacher's knowledge or abilities. Trust is built by being human and relatable, showing reliability and consistency, and adhering to the coaching role, which all contribute to a sense of trust and confidence in the teacher.Rate this question:
-
- 2.
Read the dialogue below. Determine the non-listening habit the coach is displaying. Example 1 Teacher: I am feeling overwhelmed because of the data notebook my district is asking me to maintain with the Read 180 program. Coach: I felt the same way when I taught the program. I remember when our Professional Development Coach asked us to house our data weekly. It was a real pain and also thought…………………….
- A.
Passing Judgment
- B.
“Me too” Syndrome
- C.
Giving Advice
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. “Me too” SyndromeExplanation
The coach is displaying the non-listening habit of "Me too" Syndrome. Instead of actively listening to the teacher's concerns about the data notebook, the coach immediately relates their own experience with a similar situation. This shows a lack of empathy and understanding towards the teacher's feelings.Rate this question:
-
- 3.
Read the short passage below. Determine which non-listening habit this coach is displaying You have the opportunity to observe a first year teacher. You notice that the teacher has some classroom management and instructional barriers that will need to be addressed. During the observation, you immediately think to yourself “this one will be a true piece of work.”
- A.
“Me too” Syndrome
- B.
Giving Advice
- C.
Passing Judgment
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Passing JudgmentExplanation
The coach is displaying the non-listening habit of passing judgment. This is evident from the statement "this one will be a true piece of work" which indicates that the coach has already formed a negative opinion about the first year teacher without fully listening to or understanding their situation.Rate this question:
-
- 4.
Read the information the coach wants to obtain from the teacher. Determine if the coach should ask an opened-ended question or a closed-ended response question. The coach wants to know the teacher’s planning time on Tuesdays and Thursdays
- A.
Open-Ended Question
- B.
Closed-Ended Question
Correct Answer
B. Closed-Ended QuestionExplanation
The coach should ask a closed-ended question because they want to obtain specific information about the teacher's planning time on Tuesdays and Thursdays. A closed-ended question allows for a limited set of response options, such as specific times or durations, which would provide the coach with the exact information they need.Rate this question:
-
- 5.
The coach wants to determine the exact number of students in a particular teacher's classroom.
- A.
Open-Ended Question
- B.
Closed-Ended Question
Correct Answer
B. Closed-Ended QuestionExplanation
The coach wants to determine the exact number of students in a particular teacher's classroom. This indicates that the coach is looking for a specific and definite answer, rather than an open-ended response. A closed-ended question would provide a limited set of options or a specific answer to choose from, allowing the coach to gather precise information about the number of students in the classroom.Rate this question:
-
- 6.
The coach would like to know the teacher’s plan for improving the data driven instruction component of his/her teaching.
- A.
Open-Ended Question
- B.
Closed-Ended Question
Correct Answer
A. Open-Ended QuestionExplanation
The given question is asking about the coach's desire to know the teacher's plan for improving the data driven instruction component of their teaching. This type of question cannot be answered with a simple "yes" or "no" response, as it requires the teacher to provide a detailed explanation of their plan. Therefore, the correct answer is an open-ended question.Rate this question:
-
- 7.
The coach is seeking to discover how the teacher will improve the students’ responses during small group instruction.
- A.
Open-Ended Question
- B.
Closed-Ended Question
Correct Answer
A. Open-Ended QuestionExplanation
The coach is looking for the teacher to provide a detailed explanation of how they will improve the students' responses during small group instruction. An open-ended question allows for a more extensive response, giving the teacher the opportunity to provide specific strategies or techniques they will use to enhance the students' understanding and engagement. A closed-ended question would limit the teacher's response to a simple yes or no, which would not provide the desired level of detail.Rate this question:
-
Quiz Review Timeline +
Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.
-
Current Version
-
Feb 03, 2023Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team -
Nov 16, 2009Quiz Created by
Tebutler
Back to top