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School librarians can be particularly effective as mentors in situations in which

a. Groups of young innovators are taught together

b. Young innovators do not have adult mentors in school or at home

c. There is more than one school librarian at a school

d. The district hosts an annual invention convention

Just in time teaching means:

a. Learning something in case you might need it sometime.

b. Learning something about telling time.

c. Learning something just at the time you need it.

d. Learning something that you might not ever use.

A learning conclusion is

a. A highly focused conversation about the specific learning derived from the mentoring experience

b. A no-fault conversation focusing on both the process and the content of the learning

c. Both a and b

d. Neither a nor b

Mentoring relationships often fail because of:

a. Lack of or poor use of time

b. Lack of progress and accountability

c. Too much communication

d. Both a & b

The ARCS Model of Motivational Design was developed by which scholar?

a. Tony Wagner

b. Barbara Stripling

c. John Keller

d. Rosabeth Kantor

Which of these is not a trait for positive role models?

a. They set a good example.

b. Their values and behaviors align.

c. They keep a professional detachment.

d. Others want to emulate their behaviors and wisdom.

Which of these is NOT a good listening skill used by effective mentors?

a. Restating what has been said before responding.

b. Interrupting the speaker before they are finished.

c. Watching for body language and other indicators of mood.

d. Seeking clarification when something is unclear.

Which of these is not a way to show respect for your mentee?

a. Take charge and tell your mentee what they should do.

b. Be fully present and give your undivided attention.

c. Show appreciation and demonstrate basic civility.

d. Fulfill your promises and commitments.

Which of these is not a trait of an approachable mentor?

a. Critical

b. Authentic

c. Friendly

d. Easy to talk to

Mentees can be challenged with which of the following tasks?

a. Brainstorming an "elevator pitch"

b. Playing Devil's advocate

c. Watching an inspiring young innovator clip

d. All of the above

Each of the following is an example of an element that can upend a mentoring relationship, except

a. Unreasonable amount of work assigned

b. Failure to build and work at strengthening a relationship

c. Unclear goals

d. Lack of or poor use of time

Mentoring a young innovator team rather than an individual is different because:

a. You need to help them determine team and individual goals.

b. You need to help them determine team goals only.

c. You need to help them determine individual goals only.

d. You need to tell them what goals they should be achieving.

True or false: The Inquiry Process Model is a cyclical model where the learner can enter the process at any point based on prior learning.

a. True, the Inquiry Process Model is a cyclical model where the learner can enter the process at any point based on prior learning.

b. True, the Inquiry Process Model is a linear model where the learner can enter the process at any point based on prior learning.

c. False, the Inquiry Process Model is a linear model where the learner must enter the process from the beginning, regardless of prior learning.

d. False, the Inquiry Process Model is a cyclical model where the learner must enter the process from the beginning, regardless of prior learning.

Mutually-determined goals create

a. Focus

b. Energy

c. Purpose

d. All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a phase of the Inquiry Process?

a. Wonder

b. Evaluate

c. Connect

d. Reflect

Which of the following is NOT a design principle for inclusive learning environments developed by the National Center on Universal Design?

a. Multiple means of engagement

b. Multiple means of representation

c. Multiple means of creation

d. Multiple means of action and expression

Why is being a good listener so important?

a. When you listen, your mentee is more likely to listen to you.

b. You learn about your mentee's needs and concerns.

c. It diffuses potential conflict.

d. All of the above.

What are the six personality traits of a good mentor?

a. Cautious, positive role model, good with deadlines, respect, good listener, reflective

b. Approachable, empathy, positive role model, respect, good listener, reflective

c. Approachable, professional, empathy, respect, good listener, speculative

d. Cautious, professional, empathy, positive role model, good listener, reflective

For a creative activity to lead farther along the Innovation Continuum to invention, Rosabeth Kanter argues that the activity must lead to a product that

a. Is novel

b. Has utility

c. Is accepted by others

d. Is implemented by others

e. All of the above

When mentees see themselves developing and succeeding they

a. Become complacent

b. Stop trying new things

c. Become infused with energy and enthusiasm

d. No longer need a mentor

Barbara Stripling’s Information Fluency Continuum (IFC) can be described by all of the following except

a. A model based on a learning theory called dynamism

b. A framework for K-12 benchmark skills and assessments

c. A foundation of skills needed by young innovators to formulate their questions and explore their ideas

d. The New York State information literacy standards

When ending the closure conversation, it is important to

a. Celebrate the achievement of goals

b. Look for meaningful ways to celebrate what you’ve accomplished

c. Include opportunities to express appreciation as part of the celebration

d. All of the above

Which of the following researchers developed the Innovation Continuum?

a. Ruth Small

b. Rosabeth Kanter

c. Susan Harter

d. Benjamin Bloom

While shadowing can be a good learning opportunity, it is important to

a. Identify what the mentee is going to learn

b. Debrief what the mentee took away from the experience

c. Both a and b

d. Neither a nor b

By acting as mentors, school librarians can help young innovators

a. Build confidence and competence to ask questions

b. Accept defeat

c. Avoid taking risks

d. Never pursue new ideas

School librarians are the most appropriate educators to facilitate learning while serving as mentors because

a. School librarians reach every child in the school

b. School librarians often have flexible schedules to accommodate just-in-time learning

c. School librarians collaborate with STEM teachers and other educators in their schools and districts

d. All of the above

What is NOT an important rule for mentors?

a. Come prepared to a mentoring session.

b. Have mentees bring treats to mentoring sessions.

c. Meet with your mentee regularly.

d. Remember that mentoring is a reflective practice.

When is the best time for you and your mentor to get to know each other?

a. At the beginning of your relationship.

b. In the middle of your relationship.

c. At the end of your relationship.

d. Throughout your relationship.

In mentees, mentoring facilitates

a. Growth and development

b. Knowledge and thinking

c. Both a and b

d. Neither a nor b

From lowest to highest, which of the following lists the levels of the newest version of Bloom’s Taxonomy in proper order?,

a. Understanding, Remembering, Applying, Analyzing, Evaluating, Creating

b. Remembering, Understanding, Analyzing, Applying, Creating, Evaluating,

c. Remembering, Understanding, Applying, Analyzing, Evaluating, Creating

d. Remembering, Understanding, Applying, Analyzing, Creating, Evaluating

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