Quiz
Chapter 2 – Teacher Beliefs
Name: _________________________
The Skillful Teacher, 6th edition (2008)
Saphier, Haley-Speca & Gower
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Beliefs show up in behavior. All the beliefs in this chapter have implications for the choices we
make and the decisions that we take in daily teaching practice. We put the beliefs chapter first
because of its significance in understanding the choices any of us make on a given day. The
answers to the questions below, however, will require study of subsequent chapters, therefore
readers may wish to postpone attempting them until they have read the chapters referenced.
1. What are the connections between the belief “smart is something you can get” and teacher
behavior in the “10 Arenas” in the Expectations Chapter?
2. If one believes “smart is something you can get,” which Clarity behaviors on p. 163 become
particularly important?
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Chapter 2 – Teacher Beliefs
Name: _________________________
The Skillful Teacher, 6th edition (2008)
Saphier, Haley-Speca & Gower
© Research for Better Teaching, Inc., Acton, MA
3. What are the implications of “learning is constructed” for the design of Learning Experiences?
4. The how-to’s of belief number three are profiled in the Classroom Climate chapter. Describe a
time in your life when these variables had a strong influence on your learning.
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Chapter 2 – Teacher Beliefs
Name: _________________________
The Skillful Teacher, 6th edition (2008)
Saphier, Haley-Speca & Gower
© Research for Better Teaching, Inc., Acton, MA
5. How does believing that professional knowledge is based on repertoire and matching influence
adult culture in a school?
6. Belief number five implies every adult should learn something new everyday about the practice
of teaching. What is required to make the wish a reality?
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Chapter 2 – Teacher Beliefs
Name: _________________________
The Skillful Teacher, 6th edition (2008)
Saphier, Haley-Speca & Gower
© Research for Better Teaching, Inc., Acton, MA
7. What is the significance of interdependence and collegiality amongst staff for student learning?
8. What are the similarities and differences between anti-racist teaching and cultural proficiency?
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