Which statement describes opportunities for independent work?

• A. Requires constant teacher direction.
• B. No opportunity for independence.
• C. Allows students the opportunity to work independently, self monitor and set goals.
• D. Disallows goal setting.

Answer: (C)

Independent work means students take charge of their learning, choosing strategies, staying on task, and evaluating their own progress. The statement that best describes opportunities for independent work is the one that says students have the chance to work independently, monitor their own progress, and set goals. This reflects self-management and initiative—central elements of independence. The other options describe scenarios with constant teacher direction, no independence, or no goal setting, which would undermine independent work.