Common Faculty Development – Instructor Course (CFD-IC) Practice Exam

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• Which option correctly maps learning domains to examples?
• Which trio represents the lower levels of Bloom's taxonomy as stated?
• Course delivery methods include which of the following?
• In backward design, after defining learning outcomes, what is the next step?
• Which item is included as evidence of growth in a reflective practice portfolio?
• Which of the following is not a critical thinking concept instructors should model in the learning environment?
• An evaluation is _____ in civilian institutions.
• Which statement describes SMART criteria's role in CFD-IC practice?
• _____ and _____ are forms of technology integration.
• Synchronous learning is
• Which statement accurately describes the relationship of remembering, understanding, and applying in Bloom's taxonomy?
• Which starting point is essential for creating a professional development plan for instructors?
• In the ADDIE instructional design model, which phase involves implementing the plan in the classroom?
• Which of the following are two types of assessments in the Army learning environment?
• Which option is NOT a recommended safeguard when using student data in CFD-IC research and practice?
• Which accessibility practice directly improves the experience for screen reader users?
• Ask, Pause, Call, Evaluate (APCE) is an example of which in Army teaching?
• One effective communication skill for the Army learning environment is
• What are considerations for student data privacy and ethics when using learning analytics?
• What is reflective practice in CFD-IC, and how can instructors incorporate it?
• _____ and ___ are two effective communication skills.
• Reflecting on your beliefs and building a supportive classroom culture are two _____ teaching strategies.
• Which statement describes distributed learning?
• Evaluation tests who?
• What is the role of micro-credentials in CFD-IC and how are they typically integrated?
• Which description best explains think-pair-share as a facilitation technique?
• Which statement best explains why academic integrity matters in higher education and identifies a valid strategy to promote it?
• Which domain encompasses risk management, learner behavior, and the physical/social environment?
• Three learning domains are
• Which option describes practical steps to ensure course materials are accessible to all students, including those with disabilities?
• Which domain is not among the listed learning domains?
• Which set correctly lists the five steps of the ADDIE model?
• Which criterion indicates that a formative assessment aligns with course outcomes?
• Which concept is identified as a pillar of motivation in the material?
• Which statement best characterizes formative assessment example?
• What is change management in CFD-IC and which steps facilitate successful adoption of new teaching practices?
• Which of the following is a pillar of motivation?
• Why is ongoing quality assurance important in CFD-IC, and what cycles are typically involved?
• Which of the following is a type of learner engagement?
• Active listening is an example of what in the learning environment?
• Asynchronous learning is
• Which of the following is NOT among the five models of adult learning described?
• How can multiple modalities be used to design learning experiences that accommodate different learner preferences?
• For training and education, the purpose of assessment is to do what?
• Which statement describes a legitimate feature of feedback?
• Which LMS features support effective CFD-IC delivery and assessment?
• Why is data security important in learning management systems, and what practices reduce risk?
• Which statement best describes the focus of assessment vs evaluation?
• A taxonomy is described as what in educational terms?
• In CFD-IC, what is the purpose of aligning partnerships with real-world needs?
• Which Bloom's taxonomy level is most appropriate for assessing the ability to create new use cases in a course project?
• What is scaffolding in instruction, particularly for novice learners?
• What type of questions should instructors model to promote critical thinking?
• Top 10 classroom management strategies include which of the following?
• What is one of the TRADOC 5?
• Which of the following is a top ten classroom management strategy?
• Which of the following is an ethical issue in assessment?
• What does constructive alignment mean in course design?
• Three types of engagement are
• Which of the following is a legal issue?
• What is the purpose of analytics in CFD-IC?
• Which item is not a step in backward planning?
• Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective feedback?
• What roles do teaching assistants play in CFD-IC, and how should they be supervised?
• Which statement describes the typical focus of evaluation in training contexts?
• Which set best represents the stages described in the Conscious Competence Model?
• Which of the following is a top ten classroom management strategy?
• Which action verb best aligns with the Analyze level in Bloom's revised taxonomy when writing objectives?
• Which form of technology integration can be used to enhance teaching and learning?
• What is a typical goal of an action plan following peer feedback in CFD-IC?
• What is FERPA, and how does it affect CFD-IC practice?
• In Army learning, which types of assessments are commonly used?
• Name two active learning strategies and describe a scenario where each is effective.
• Collusion is best described as what in educational ethics?
• Which pairing is identified as forms of technology integration?
• What constitutes a professional development plan for instructors and how is it created?
• How do you ensure reliability and validity in assessments for CFD-IC?
• Direct instruction primarily does which of the following?
• In the context of educational assessment and evaluation, which statements are correct?
• ______ is a form of technology integration.
• Which statement best describes direct instruction's approach to skill development?
• Which item is included in the five models of adult learning?
• Which set lists the five models of adult learning described?
• How can instructors mitigate bias in assessments for diverse learners?
• What is data-informed instruction, and what data sources might CFD-IC use to improve teaching?
• What is the primary purpose of active listening in a learning environment?
• What are limitations of student evaluations of teaching, and how can they be complemented?
• Critical thinking involves two additional components that accompany it. Which pair completes this description?
• Which statement best describes asynchronous pace?
• Independent study activities typically involve which type of assignment?
• Knowing your educational role and when to shift roles to meet students' needs is one quality of
• Which approach is a method to ensure that assessments align with program outcomes?
• Which practice best demonstrates inclusive pedagogy in instructional design?
• Which one of the options below is a top ten classroom management strategy?
• What is not a Knowles' principle?
• Pratt's Model includes which components?
• In Kolb's four-stage model, which stage corresponds to actively testing ideas in practice?
• Which of the following is an ethical issue in the learning environment?
• Which methods support reflective practice in CFD-IC?
• Lewin's Change Model comprises which three stages?
• Which of the following is true about the TRADOC 5?
• Which of the following is a mode of effective communication in the learning environment?
• Which statement best captures the essence of Universal Design for Learning in CFD-IC?
• Kolb's experiential learning model consists of four stages. Which sequence is correct?
• Remembering, understanding and applying are the three lowest levels of
• Which LMS feature is primarily used to provide structured evaluation and scoring?
• In ADDIE, which phase focuses on analyzing the learners and context?
• An assessment is the _____ in civilian institutions.
• Indirect instruction is commonly facilitated through
• Avoiding the use of a red pen contributes to ____
• What are common challenges and pitfalls of using technology in teaching, and how can they be mitigated?
• What are the steps of backward planning?
• What are three best practices for giving timely and actionable feedback to students?
• Which method is commonly used for experiential learning (ELM)?
• How can instructors address sensitive topics and practice trauma-informed teaching in CFD-IC?
• Assessment tests who?
• An assessment is _____ and an evaluation is ______
• What ethical considerations are important when conducting CFD-IC activities and sharing data?
• _____ and _____ are two of the five pillars of motivation.
• What is the primary purpose of backward design in course development?
• Which statement accurately describes analytic and holistic rubrics and when to use them?
• What is a key benefit of achieving cross-course coherence in program-level assessment?
• What is a primary purpose of program-level rubrics in CFD-IC?
• Which of the following is a classroom management strategy?
• Which statement best describes the value of including learner feedback in evaluating teaching?
• ______ and _____ are forms of technology integrations
• How can language choice influence inclusion, and what strategies support clear communication for diverse learners?
• Which statement best reflects the use of scenario-based learning in CFD-IC?
• Inclusive teaching strategies include reflecting on beliefs and building a supportive classroom culture, which collectively support what outcome?
• Which of the following is a pillar of motivation?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a method to evaluate teaching effectiveness beyond student evaluations?
• Which statement best describes how cultural competence influences instructional design, with a practical example?
• Independent study does what?
• Which statement describes SMART objectives best?
• Which formative assessment technique is suitable for online courses?
• Which statement best describes Kolb's four-stage model?
• Which of the following is an effective communication skill in the learning environment?
• Which of the following is one type of learner engagement?
• In the ADDIE process, which step involves implementing the plan?
• Which option correctly lists three facilitation techniques that promote student engagement and critical thinking?
• What approach supports accessibility and fairness when designing assessments for diverse learners?
• APCE is categorized as which type of competency in Army teaching?
• APCE stands for which phrase in communication skills?
• Which concept is included among top classroom management strategies?
• What steps beyond backups help implement technology successfully in CFD-IC?
• In which scenario would synchronous online instruction be preferred over asynchronous?
• Which of the following is NOT a strategy to reduce bias in assessment design for diverse populations?
• What are Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, and how do they apply to CFD-IC?
• Which term describes a method that uses guided questioning to stimulate critical thinking?
• Which timeframe is associated with the current Army learning concept?
• Debates, peer partner learning, and collaborative learning groups are useful for which instructional strategy?
• What are the 3 stages of backward planning?
• In experiential learning, emphasis is on the process, not the product.
• Which are the steps of the ADDIE process?
• Which statement reflects a principle of adult learning?
• What is one of the pillars of motivation?
• The term that describes engagement involving emotions and affect is known as
• In training contexts, evaluation is typically used to judge the quality of which of the following?
• Which sequence correctly lists the stages of the Conscious Competence Model from least to most aware?
• Risk management and maintaining safety are a form of which classroom practice?
• What are best practices to handle student education records securely under FERPA?
• Which statement best describes the difference between synchronous and asynchronous online instruction and when each is preferred?
• Distinguish formative assessment from summative assessment and give an example of each.
• In revised Bloom's taxonomy, which level involves generating new ideas or products?
• Having a sense of humor is what type of skill?
• When CFD-IC collaborates with industry or clinical partners, what governance considerations apply?
• Pratt's Model includes which elements?
• What are common accommodations for students with disabilities in higher education, and how should they be implemented?
• What is the difference between manual and automated accessibility testing, and when should each be used?
• Which of the following below is one type of assessment in the Army learning environment?
• Experiential learning emphasizes the process over the product.
• What are the attributes of the LRM?
• Which set correctly lists the five TRADOC instructional strategies?
• What is scenario-based learning, and in what contexts is it particularly effective?
• Five pillars of motivation include which of the following?
• For training and education, the purpose of an evaluation is to do what?
• Which choice represents the strategy set that supports an inclusive classroom climate and helps manage disruptions effectively?
• Which of the following are the three competencies of the LRM?
• What are key considerations regarding intellectual property and copyright when creating course materials?
• How many competencies are identified for the LRM?
• Which statement best describes strategies to respect authorship and enable reuse of course materials?
• Which activity best aligns with asynchronous learning?
• What is a taxonomy?
• One effective communication skill for the Army learning environment is
• What is a combination of all delivery methods?
• What is the importance of accessibility in course materials, and what is one practical step to improve it?
• Which statement best describes formative assessment?
• Which of the following is a method of direct instruction?