The Teaching Profession Reviewer

University of Mindanao Digos College Roxas Extension, Digos City Department of Teacher Education GED 412 The Teaching Profession Final Examination Instruction: Read each item carefully, write your answers on the separate sheet provided. STRICTLY NO ERASURES. 1.For quality professional development, teachers must consider the NCBTS, which are the established standards for good teaching in the Philippines. What is meant by the acronym NCBTS? a. National Competency-Based Teachers Standard b. National Competency-Based Teacher Standards c. National Competency-Basic Teachers Standard d. National Competency-Basic Teacher Standards 2. Vocation came from the Latin word vocare which means ________. a. to call c. to answer b. to realized d. to neglect 3. The teacher’s teaching philosophy that has been anchored on the theories that relate to _____________. I. Trial and error II. Stimulus and response III. Brain and thinking a. I only B. II only C. I and II D. I, II, and III 4. It is one of the most exalted word in the English Language, denoting a long and arduous years of preparation, a striving for excellence, a dedication to the public interest, and commitment to moral and ethical values. a. Educator c. Teacher b. Professional d. none of the above 5. The teacher’s teaching philosophy is reflected by which of the following? I. Choice of teaching methods II. Choice of circle of friends III. Choice of how to use leisure time a. I only B. II only C. I and II D. I, II, and III 6.This refers to the Filipino trait of always settling for mediocrity. a. Manyana Habit c. Crab Mentality b. Bahala na Mentality d. Pwede na Mentality 7. Teacher Jenny rates the art work of her students not just on the merit of its appeal to the senses but also considers its uniqueness and the responsibility that every student has given in accomplishing the task. This practice shows how Teacher Jenny upholds this kind of philosophy. a. Realism c. Idealism b. Reconstructivism d. Existentialism 8. To reflect on their current teaching practices, this pertains to NCBTS as _________. a. A guide c. A framework b. A guide post d. A common language 9. Teacher Veena is a newly appointed teacher. The Principal told her to avoid any conducts that will discredit the teaching profession. Which of the following do you think will not in any manner discredit the teaching profession? a. Revealing confidential information of the school. b. Writing anonymous letter maligning colleagues. c. Joining social drinking d. Practicing entrepreneurship with the students as clients.

10. NCBTS for discussing teaching practices with other teachers. This pertains to NCBTS as _________. a. A guide c. A framework b. A guide post d. A common language 11. Mrs. San Pedro is an institution in her school. She is not only competent but also known for her integrity. One time, she finds herself in need of money to settle an honest obligation in the bank. To her surprise, Mr. Almiro, (the manager of the bank where her property was mortgaged) is the father of Juliane, her student, who is a candidate for failure. The manager offers her the amount she needed. Which of the following would you think would be the best action of Mrs. San Pedro? a. Accept the help after all, this is an offer and she never asks for it. b. Accept the help but emphasize to Mr. Almiro that there is no string attached to it. c. Accept not the help and inform her principal and the PTA board regarding this matter. d. Accept not the help and politely explains that as a professional you are not allowed to receive any favor from the parents or relatives of the student that may lead to conflict of interest. 12. NCBTS for creating new teaching practices. This pertains to the usage of NCBTS as ________. a. A guide c. A framework b. A guide post d. A common language 13. Philippines’ Elementary Curriculum emphasizes on the development of the skills in writing, counting and reading. This manifests the great consideration given to this philosophy. a. Idealism c. Progressivism b. Naturalism d. Essentialism 14. This domain focuses on the ideal that teachers serve as positive and powerful role models of the values of the pursuit of learning and of the effort to learn. a. Social regard for learning c. The learning environment b. The diversity of learners d. Curriculum 15. Which of the following is a characteristic of a pragmatist teacher? a. Equipping the learners with the basic abilities and skills. b. Providing the learners with the opportunities to apply theories and principle. c. Requiring the learners the full mastery of the lessons. d. Encourage the learners to memorize factual knowledge. 16. “Can my students appreciate and model the value of learning through my interactions with them?” This is the key question of what domain of NCBTS? a. Social regard for learning c. The learning environment b. The diversity of learners d. Curriculum 17. In line with the philosophy of Reconstructivism, which of the following should be given emphasis in teaching? a. To seek for a better position in the society b. To compare oneself with the less fortunate c. To become economically self-reliant d. To designate one’s superiority over the others 18. This domain emphasizes the ideal that teachers value having a high personal regard, concern for professional development, and continuous improvement as teachers. a. Curriculum c. Planning, Assessing and Reporting b. Community Linkages d. Personal Growth and Professional Growth 19. This domain focuses on the ideal that school activities are meaningfully linked to the experiences and aspirations of the students in their homes and communities. a. Curriculum c. Planning, Assessing and Reporting b. Community Linkages d. Personal Growth and Professional Growth 20. One of the responsibilities of school administrators and faculty members is to communicate and cooperate harmoniously with the community. Which of the following attributes best applies to this responsibility? a. Interfacing c. Partnership b. Alignment d. Kinship

21. This domain refers to the aligned use of assessment and planning activities to ensure that the teachinglearning activities are maximally appropriate to the students’ current knowledge and learning levels. a. Curriculum c. Planning, Assessing and Reporting b. Community Linkages d. Personal Growth and Professional Growth 22. This principle was violated when Mrs. Judy Chan talked badly about the new school principal, Dr. Heidi Yang in front of her students by of her students by telling them that Dr. Yang is incompetent yet arrogant. a. Respect for authority c. Confidentiality b. Fidelity d. Loyalty 23. This domain respects individual differences, then using knowledge about students’ differences to design diverse sets of learning activities to ensure that all students can attain appropriate learning goals. a. Social regard for learning c. The learning environment b. The diversity of learners d. Curriculum 24. “Can I help my students learn whatever their capabilities, learning styles, cultural heritage, socioeconomic backgrounds, and other differences are?” is the teacher’s key question on what NCBTS domain? a. Social regard for learning c. The learning environment b. The diversity of learners d. Curriculum 25. Which of the following is the Fundamental Moral Principle? a. Stealing is wrong. c. Do good and avoid evil. b. Health is Wealth. d. Cheating is immoral. 26. According to Max Scheler’s Hierarchy of Values, ____________ is the highest form of values. a. Pleasure values c. Spiritual Values b. Vital Values d. Values of the Holy 27. “Education is a continuous process of experiencing and of visiting or reorganizing experiences” according to a Progressivist. What does it mean? a. Education begins and ends in school. b. Education takes place anytime and anywhere. c. Education happens formally or informally. d. Education goes on through life. 28. Teacher Helen’s class is engage in problem solving activity which in a way is for reflection of the personal and social experiences. The purpose of this activity is for the students to acquire the skills that can help them in solving their own real-life problems. What philosophy can best describe this? A. Realism C. Progressivism B. Idealism D. Existentialism 29. Mr. Ben teaches science in the Junior High School. He taught the concept that sunlight is necessary for the plants in the process of photosynthesis. Applying the philosophy of pragmatism, Mr. Ben should ___________. A. show a Powerpoint presentation of photosynthesis B. ask the students to bring plants leaves in school C. draw the leaves of the plant ad color this green D. ask the students to do a simple experiment about photosynthesis 30. Which statement is TRUE about the community where the school is located? A. It is part of the learning environment. B. It is outside and so is not part of the school. C. There are no learning resources in the community. D. It serves as a school garden. 31. Teacher Tonette asks one of her students “What do you want to become when you grow up?”. This question is an indication of what kind of philosophy a. Progressivism c. Existentialism b. Naturalism d. Idealism 32. Because of the changes brought by various national and global frameworks such as the K to 12 Reform, ASEAN Integration, globalization, and the changing character of the 21st century learners necessitate the improvements and call for the rethinking of the NCBTS; hence, the development of PPST. What is meant by the acronym PPST? a. Philippine Professionals Standard For Teacher b. Professionals Philippine Standard For Teacher c. Philippine Professional Standards For Teachers d. Professional Philippine Standards For Teachers

33. The PPST aims to: I. set out clear expectations of teachers along well-defined career stages of professional development from beginning to distinguished practice II. engage teachers to actively embrace a continuing effort in attaining proficiency III.apply a uniform measure to assess teacher performance, identify needs, and provide support for professional development a. I only B. II only C. III only D. I, II, and III 34. Under what DepEd Order is the National Implementation of the PPST? a. D.O 41, s. 2017 c. D.O 43, s. 2017 b. D.O 42, s. 2017 d. D.O 44, S. 2017 35. Why should teachers become global teachers? a. Because the world has become so small as a result of the information highway provided by the internet. b. Because the increased use of technology in the classroom poses challenges to the contemporary curricula. c. Because global education poses a variety of goals ranging from increased knowledge about the peoples of the world. d. Because having a wide range of knowledge in the various educational systems gives information of the prospects for employment. 36. Which of these fundamental concepts is not further deepened by multiculturalism? a. Community support is needed by schools. b. Children in all classrooms are heterogeneous. c. Transcendent values depend on ethnicity. d. Differences in race, ethnic and religion are some of the factors that require multicultural approaches. 37. How can you become a truly global teacher? a. By joining an international professional organization. b. By facilitating a group of multicultural learners in a Math subject. c. By becoming technology-literate where using the internet is a breeze. d. By integrating in my teaching strategies the expanded experiences that I have acquired beyond the classroom. 38. Which of these laws paved the way to the professionalization of teaching? a. Presidential Decree 6-A b. Presidential Decree 1006 c. Republic Act 7836 d. Republic Act 9293 39. Which of the following could be the reason for the teacher’s suspension from the practice of the teaching profession? a. Immoral, unprofessional or dishonorable conduct b. Observing proper procedures in obtaining a certificate of registration c. Faithfulness to the code of ethical professional standards for professional teachers d. Willingness to attend seminars, workshops, conferences and the like or the continuing education program prescribed by the board and the commission. 40. Ms. Lopez is a sickly teacher. She gets to school even late and not feeling well. What provision in RA 7836 does she violate? a. Teachers must be developed, honest and punctual in performing their duty b. Teachers should be physically, mentally, and morally fit to teach. c. Teachers should manifest genuine enthusiasm and pride in teaching as a noble profession. d. All of the above 41. The most challenging components of teaching in another country is __________. a. mastery of the subject matter b. making instructional materials c. adjusting to cultural differences d. constructing assessment tool 42. This 21st Century Skill includes Creativity and innovation. a. Learning and Innovation Skills b. Info, Media and Tech Skills c. Life and Career Skills d. All of the above

43. Flexibility and adaptability are what type of a 21st Century skills for teacher? a. Learning and Innovation Skills b. Info, Media and Tech Skills c. Life and Career Skills d. All of the above 44. A teacher use and manage information well, this 21st century skill for teachers refer to? a. Learning and Innovation Skills b. Info, Media and Tech Skills c. Life and Career Skills d. All of the above 45. The 21st Century teacher, as a communicator, must be fluent in tools and technologies that enable communication and collaboration anywhere, anytime. This pertains to the teacher as ____________. a. The Adaptor b. The Communicator c. The Learner d. The Visionary 46.Which of the following provisions under Magna Carta for Public School Teachers will most likely promote teachers’ welfare and depend their interests? a. be promoted in rank and salary b. regulate their social involvement c. undergo and participate in professional development d. establish, join and maintain professional & self-regulating organizations 47.Who covered by R.A. 4670? a. Teachers in all levels b. Teachers in all public elementary schools c. Teachers in both public and private schools d. Teachers in public elementary and secondary schools 48. “PROVIDING FOR THE PROFESSIONALIZATION OF TEACHERS, REGULATING THEIR PRACTICE IN THE PHILIPPINES AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES”. This is the title of what legal basis of education in the Philippines? a. R.A 7836 b. P.D 1006 c. P.D 1001 d. RA 7856 49. This is also known as the Philippine Teachers Professionalization Act of 1994. a. R.A 7836 b. P.D 1006 c. P.D 1001 d. RA 7856 50. The Code of Ethics for Teachers are intended to what kind of teachers? a. Teachers in the Elementary b. Teachers in the Secondary c. Teachers in the Vocational Schools d. All of the above 51. Teacher B has been in active service for 10 years when he decided to pursue higher studies. Under R.A. 4670, what kind of leave of absence can s/he avail of? a. Indefinite leave c. study leave b. Scholarship leave d. vacation leave 52. Teacher C has been teaching for 7 straight years and therefore qualifies for a study leave with pay for 1 year. Should she pursue it, how much pay is she entitled to receive? a. 50% c. 70% of monthly salary b. 60% of monthly salary d. 100% monthly salary 53. The article 3 of the code of ethics is also known as ________. a. The teacher and the profession b. The teacher and the community c. The teacher and the learners d. None of the above

54. What is the role of a teacher in the learning and development of the students in accordance to Article 3 Section 1 of the Code of Ethics for Teachers. a. Manager b. Guidance Counselor c. Supervisor d. Facilitator 55. Article 7 Section 1 of the Code of Ethics for teacher’s state that: a. As teachers show professional courtesy, helpfulness and sympathy towards teachers and other personnel b. As teachers everyone shall consider cooperative responsibility to formulate policies c. School officials shall encourage all teachers to attend and participate in conferences in training programs. d. As teachers we shall not accept favors or gifts from learners, their parents or others in their behalf in exchange for requested concessions 56. Which of the following law strengthens teacher education in the Philippines through the establishments of centers of excellence? a. R.A. 7722 c. R.A.7796 b. R.A. 7784 d. R.A. 7834 57. Teacher D assigned in rural area; Teacher E in a depressed community; Teacher F in a hazardous area; and Teacher G in a place where standard of living is high. Who is entitled to a hardship allowance? a. Teacher D c. Teacher F b. Teacher E d. Teacher G 58. Teacher H contracted an illness that required rest for more than one year. Which leave should she apply for? a. Sick leave c. vacation leave b. Personal leave d. Indefinite leave 59. Which of the following is NOT true about the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers? a. The Teacher must select which information to keep confidential b. The Teacher must demonstrate full commitment and devotion to duty c. The Teacher must manifest pride in the nobility of the teaching profession d. The Teacher must make no prejudice or discrimination against any learner 60. Teacher N wants to continue with her study leave for another six months after completing a school year. Could she be allowed? a. Yes, if her grades are excellent. b. Yes, but without compensation. c. No, other teachers should have the chance. d. No, study leave should not exceed one year. 61. “A teacher shall live with dignity in all places at all times” is the section one of what article of the Code of Ethics. a. Article 11 b. Article 12 c. Article 13 d. Article 14 62. Article XI is also known as _________. a. Teacher as a Person b. Teacher and the community c. Teacher as a supervisor d. Teacher and the superiors 63. The code of ethics for teachers was implemented with what government agency? a. DILG b. PRC c. DepEd d. CHED 64. The effectivity of the code upon approval is how many days? a. 20 days b. 30 days c. 50 days d. 60 days

65. Teaching is a universal vocation. Wherever the teacher is assigned, his or her primary concern is to ________. a. earn a good salary c. be the most important person b. make the students learn d. do self-sacrifice 66. “If you are an excellent teacher here in the Philippines, you can very well teach in any ASEAN country.” This statement __________. a. is false c. an overstatement b. is true d. cannot be determined 67. For a Filipino teacher to succeed in teaching in the country and elsewhere in the world, he or she should _________. I. master and practice the competencies of the NCBTS II. be multilingual and multicultural III. think and act both locally and globally a. I only c. I and II b. II only d. I, II and III st 68. In the 21 century, the fastest development or change that the teacher should catch up with as a teacher is in the _______. A. use of technology II. knowledge of globalization III. practice of collaboration a. I c. II and III b. I and II d. I, II, and III 69. All Filipino professional teachers must have __________. a. a professional teacher’s license b. a recognized master’s degree c. teaching experience d. published research article 70. Which is a correct statement on teachers broadening perspective? a. It increases performance and quality among education institutions. b. It works against quality education. c. It discriminates against private schools d. It is not cost-effective. 71. What should a teacher do when he/she falls in love with his/her student? a. Court the student at home. b. Propose and marry the student. c. Wait till the student is no longer under his/her tutelage. d. Act normally as if nothing happens and the student does not exist. 72. Teacher R was ask by her Principal to teach pre-school class in addition to her regular grade one class. What will be the basis of her additional compensation? a. Her basic salary b. Performance rating c. Number of years of service d. Her regular salary + 25% of her basic pay 73. Teacher Kevin has not practiced his profession for the past five years. Can he go back to teaching immediately? A. Yes, if nobody can take his place B. No, unless he has enrolled in refresher course of 12 units C. No D. Yes 74. Is membership to the accredited professional organization for teachers mandatory for all LET passers? a.No b.Yes, when the teacher is already teaching c.Yes d.Only for LET passers who are not repeaters

75. Can Manny Pacquiao be given a special permit to teach boxing in a special school? a.No, he is not a teacher education graduate b.No, he has not passed the LET c.Yes, he is a graduate of ALS d.Yes, he has excelled and gained international recognition 76. Is it professional for a teacher to receive gifts from the student and parents? a. Not at all b. No, especially if done in exchange for requested concessions c. Yes, if deserved d. Yes, in-season and out-of-season gifts 77. An Education graduate without a license is accepted to teach in a private school? Is this in violation of RA 7836? a.No provided he has taught for at least 3 years b.Yes. No one may teach without a license c.No d.Yes 78. Among qualities which employers look for in the 21st century workplace, which is the most challenging and demanding? a. Aptitude for teamwork b. Skills and social behavior c. Readiness to take risks d. Specific competencies for work 79. Among reforms for enhancing teacher professionalism, which has been implemented by law to determine whether prospective teachers have acquired professional competencies prior to granting them a permit to teach? a. accrediting a national organization for teachers b. setting up centered for excellence in teacher education centers c. licensure examination d. creation of a professional board for teachers 80. From global competence as defined by international educators, which is the most appropriate characteristic of globally competent individual? a. familiarity with new culture b. open-mindedness to new culture c. adaptability to new work environment d. foreign-language policy 81. What norm of conduct is manifested by being loyal to the republic and to the Filipino people? a. Professionalism c. Responsiveness to the public b. Nationalism & patriotism d. Honesty 82. Which of the following emphasizes the right of citizens to quality education? a. The basic education level c. The graduate level b. Tertiary level d. All levels 83. Which of the following rights is intended for parents under Education Act of 1982? a. The right to academic freedom b. The right to privacy of communication c. The right to seek regress of grievance d. The right to full access to the evidence of the case 84. Which of the following action of Teacher Ford is an INAPPROPRIATE way to manage off-task behavior? a. Redirect a child’s attention to ask and check his progress to make sure he is continuing to work. b. Make eye contact to communicate what you wish to communicate. c. Move closer to the child to make him feel your presence. d. Stop your class activity to correct a child who is no longer on task. 85. Teacher Filemon is convinced that whenever a student performs a desired behavior, provide reinforcement and soon the student learns to perform the behavior on his own. On which principle is Teacher Filemon’s conviction based? a. Environmentalism c. Cognitivism b. Behaviorism d. Constructivism