A teacher is concerned about monitoring the progress of individual children in the second-grade classroom. What would be the best advice to give the teacher?
• A. Use centers only for exploration and practice.
• B. Give a test periodically to see if the children have achieved according to the standards set.
• C. Develop a have-to center and ask children to check with the teacher once they've completed the tasks therein.
• D. Use a participation chart periodically.
The best advice to give the teacher would be option B. Give a test periodically to see if the children have achieved according to the standards set.
This option allows the teacher to assess individual progress and compare it against the standards or learning objectives set for the second-grade classroom. Tests provide a structured and standardized way to measure students' understanding and mastery of the material. By administering tests periodically, the teacher can track individual progress and identify areas where additional support or intervention may be necessary.