Praxis 5412; Questions & Answers…Grade A+
Subskill reading assessment scores CORRECT ANSWER-The school leader of a high school
assesses reading scores, which have shown a steady decline for the last few years. The
chairperson of the reading department asks the school leader for assistance in...
Praxis 5412; Questions & Answers…Grade A+
Subskill reading assessment scores CORRECT ANSWER-The school leader of a high school
assesses reading scores, which have shown a steady decline for the last few years. The
chairperson of the reading department asks the school leader for assistance in identifying
methods to boost students' reading abilities. Which of the following data will be most important
for the school leader to suggest that the chairperson share in guiding the department's
instructional decisions?
Notifying the student and parents, orally or in writing, of the accusations and evidence gathered
CORRECT ANSWER-A high school student with a history of fighting is suspended from
school after another violent incident. Because of the student's repeated offenses, the school
leader recommends expulsion. Which of the following actions should the school leader take
before the expulsion hearing to ensure compliance with due process?
analyzing accomplishments against a benchmark CORRECT ANSWER-During an annual
review of school programs, a school leader asks committee members to refer to the school
improvement plan while reviewing the effectiveness of various programs. By taking this action,
the school leader demonstrates an understanding of the importance of
Using a survey to determine how teachers currently monitor and report student progress
CORRECT ANSWER-A small district plans to implement a computer-based student
information system (SISS I S). Teachers in the elementary school express concern about the
requirement that student data will have to be entered on a weekly basis. Which of the following
initial actions by the school leader best helps address the teachers' resistance?
Aligning assessments with instructional goals CORRECT ANSWER-A school leader
observes a teacher's mathematics lesson. The lesson plan indicates that the learning objective is
, Praxis 5412; Questions & Answers…Grade A+
teaching students to add fractions. The lesson begins with a minilesson on adding fractions,
followed by guided and independent practice using several problems. The teacher provides
students with feedback and support as they work. At the close of the lesson, the teacher
provides each student with an exit slip. The exit slip contains three fractions for students to
reduce to the lowest common denominator.
Which of the following is most important for the school leader to target in the teacher's
postobservation conference?
Comparing the performance of seventh graders on the annual state science assessment with
the performance of previous seventh graders CORRECT ANSWER-The school leader of a
middle school wants to assess the effectiveness of a new science curriculum that has been in
place in seventh grade for one year. Which of the following methods will provide the school
leader with the most valuable data?
What are our strengths and weaknesses?
What resources do we have to work with?
What resources do we have to work with? CORRECT ANSWER-A school leader is working
with the campus planning committee to develop a new strategic plan to better focus its efforts.
The school leader wants the planning committee to begin by identifying the current state of
school programs and campus culture. Which THREE of the following questions are best to ask to
help the school leader address this goal?
"Student benchmark data indicates that program objectives were met." CORRECT
ANSWER-A school leader reviews a report regarding a new schoolwide mathematics program
, Praxis 5412; Questions & Answers…Grade A+
after its first year of implementation. Which of the following statements from the report best
demonstrates the effectiveness of the program?
enhancing student achievement by seeking to develop a community with a common purpose
CORRECT ANSWER-When acting as a cultural leader, a school leader focuses on
To build a shared vision among various stakeholders CORRECT ANSWER-Which of the
following is the best reason for a school leader to ask teachers, parents, and other community
members for suggestions to improve teaching and learning at the school?
promoting a culture that encourages teacher leadership CORRECT ANSWER-School
leaders can best empower teachers to bring about positive change in their schools by
Seeking and embracing diversification in the recruitment pool CORRECT ANSWER-A
school leader of an urban school strives to hire faculty and staff who will have a positive
influence on the social, emotional, and academic achievements of students of all backgrounds.
Which of the following approaches best supports the leader's goal?
Discussing the feasibility of a bond election with the superintendent CORRECT ANSWER-
A facilities audit of a middle school indicates widespread problems with the building's internal
systems and structure. The estimated cost of remedying the problems far exceeds the school's
annual allotment for maintenance and operations. Which of the following is the school leader's
most appropriate response to the information in the audit?
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