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Misconception
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After reviewing through some of the tests provided after the tutorials I realized the truth to the variety of questions within the tests. I believe these questions are appropriate for all children within the classroom, regardless of the level of the child.  I also now realize the importance of assessment to understand children's misconceptions.  It is very unlikely that without knowing a child's misconception a teacher would be able to get through and teach that student.  Learning about misconceptions I almost picture a wall and depending on how deep and stubborn the child might be they do not want to let go of their misconceptions that are preventing them from learning.  I think teachers need to implement these assessment exercises in their classroom to teach students to the best of their ability.  It is unfair to the students if this is not done.