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1 .       The presence of positive interdependence is an important characteristic of traditional learning groups. 

 
 


2 .       Traditional learning groups tend to be homogeneous in their makeup. 

 
 


3 .       Wait-time is the interval between a child’s answer and the teacher’s reinforcement. 

 
 


4 .       If a teacher emphasized the teaching of interpersonal skills he might find it very appropriate to utilize traditional learning groups. 

 
 


5 .       If you were teaching active listening strategies you would include opportunities for the children to ask a speaker questions.. 

 
 


6 .       To build anticipation and excitement, slow the start of any demonstrations.  

 
 


7 .       During demonstrations, students should be allowed to ask questions, make statements and give reactions.  

 
 


8 .       Textbooks are held to uniform content standards and are pretty much the same, so taking the time to do a quality check is usually not necessary.  

 
 


9 .       Only one stage of the learning cycle can be enriched by the use of well-planned group work.  

 
 






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