National Evaluation Series (NES) Assessment of Professional Knowledge Practice Test

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What type of experience is Ms. Ingalls engaging in to learn about first-year teacher orientation programs?

  1. Internship

  2. Mentoring

  3. Independent research

  4. Reflective practice

The correct answer is: Independent research

Ms. Ingalls is engaging in independent research to learn about first-year teacher orientation programs. This indicates that she is taking the initiative to explore the topic on her own, which might include reading scholarly articles, analyzing data, or gathering information from various sources related to the experiences and best practices in teacher orientation. Independent research allows her to cultivate a deeper understanding of how these programs function and their impact on new teachers. This approach can empower her to gather diverse insights, assess different methodologies, and perhaps even formulate new strategies or recommendations based on her findings. The other options represent different forms of professional development. An internship typically involves a structured program with specific tasks and supervision, while mentoring involves guidance from a more experienced educator. Reflective practice would include looking back on her own teaching experiences or observations to consider what she learned, which is distinct from the exploratory nature of independent research.