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Which of the following theoretical perspectives specifically theorize that children have
an inborn crude mental structure onto which additional learning and knowledge are
built? a. Lev Vygotsky's sociocultural theory b. John Bowlby's attachment theory c. Jean
Piaget's cognitive developmental theory
d. Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory - ANWER C. (objective 00001) Jean Piaget's
cognitive developmental theory describes the mechanisms and process through with an
infant and child develop into an individual who is capable of hypothetic thought and
abstract reasoning. Piaget's theory of cognitive development is summarized as a
progressive reorganization of the basic mental structure via maturation and experience.
Which of the following student behaviors is most commonly associated with attention
deficit/hyperactivity disorder primarily inattentive presentation ?
a. leaving the seat when remaining seated is the classroom expectation
b. interrupting others' conversation and having difficulty waiting for a turn
c. difficulties with organization and losing learning materials
d. talking in excess during playing and learning activities -ANSWER C (objective 0001)
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder,
combined presentation typically presents as difficulties with managing time,
forgetfulness, losing items, daydreaming, and disorganization.
The school social worker is developing a lesson plan about photosynthesis with the
fourth grade teacher for a class that contains students with disabilities. She asks the
students to draw a diagram of how photosynthesis occurs. According to Bloom's
taxonomy, which of the following levels of learning does this activity represent? a.
evaluation b. analysis c. comprehension
d. knowledge - ANSWER B (objective 0001) Bloom's taxonomy outlines six levels of
learning; knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
Analysis is defined as the capability to break down or differentiate parts or elements of a
whole so as to understand the organizational structure of a whole.
,which of the following instructional strategies would be most responsive to students
who have a preference for kinesthetic learning?
a. physical movement is included in lesson activities
b. multimedia presentations are supplemented with handouts that have been printed
c. research assignments include written instructions prepared
d. the lessons incorporate both small- and whole group discussions - ANSWER A.
(objective 0001) The students who prefer kinesthetic learning would like activities that
would involve physical movements and touching. This would enable the student to
understand the abstract conceptions by directly having physical involvement with the
material.
A high school teacher consults with a school social worker about an eleventh grade
student. The teacher reports that the student, recently diagnosed with depression, is
withdrawn, has trouble concentrating, cries occasionally, and demonstrates declining
academic performance. Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate
for the social worker to recommend first? a. Providing the student with information
about the effects of depression on learning
b. Referring the student to the crisis team for evaluation due to sducidal tendencies.
c. Making a plan to meet with the student in order to devise an individual classroom
support plan.
d. referring the student to an outside agency for individual counseling related to
depression - ANSWER C. (objective 0001) depression is one of the most common mental
health issues among adolescents and can impact their learning. Student with
depression need particular supports to work best in the school setting, and the support
should be particular to the student.
According to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which of the following
developmental challenges does the child face between the ages of three and five years?
a. identity vs. confusion
b.initiative vs. guilt
c. trust vs. mistrust
d, intimacy vs.isolation - ANSWER B
(obj 0001)
,Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development describes the effects of social
experience across the whole lifespan. The theory consists of eight stages and describes
how social interaction and relationships affect development. Between ages three and
five, the key developmental challenge is initiative verses guilt. During this period the
child regularly interacts with other children. Children begin to plan activities make up
games and innate actives with others. If given this opportunity, children develop a sense
of initiative and feel secure in their ability to lead others and make decisions.
An eight year old student was recently evaluated by a school psychologist. These are
the results of the evaluation. Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children - Fifth Edition
WISC_V - Verbal comprehension- 131, Perceptual Reasoning 134, Working Memory 114,
Processing Speed 115, General Ability Index 137
This student's teacher reported that he generally finishes his class work much sooner
than the other students and often states that he is bored at school. According to the
judgment of the school social worker, the best recommendation for this teacher would
be to: a. relate challenging assignments to students' interest/area of strength. b. provide
this student with extra work. c. use this student as a teaching assistant to help other
students.
d. have the student work assignments independently. - ANSWER A (objective 000 1)
Based on the students Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children -Fifth Edition scores on
the various subtests, the student scored in the gifted range in verbal comprehension,
perceptual reasoning, and in processing speed. Relating challenging assignments to
the student's interest and areas of strength is an appropriate strategy for differentiating
instruction for gifted students.
A first grader raises a hand to answer a question the teacher has asked. The teacher
calls on the student to answer, then commends the student on the answer. The student
goes on to continue raising a hand in future lessons. Which of the following theoretical
concepts does this most clearly illustrate? a. social constructivism b.cognitive
equilibrium c. functional contextualism
d. operant conditioning - ANSWER D (objective 0001) Operant conditioning is the
principle that behavior occurs as the result of consequences or reinforcement. In the
scenario, the student raises a hand to answer the teacher's question (the operant) and
the teacher compliments the student on the answer (the reinforcement) and the desired
behavior, raising a hand, continues.
A teacher asks the school social worker for consultation on how to increase the
effectiveness of classroom behavioral expectations. The teacher has involved the
students in determining appropriate behaviors for various activities, along with positive
, and negative consequences for each expectation. Which of the following next steps
should the social worker recommend that the teacher take?
a. develop a BIP regarding these expectations for the students, b. solicit more
expectations from parents/guardians of students, c. refer the students to the school
principal for failure to uphold the expectations.
d. making a handout of the expectations to distribute to student's parents/guardians -
ANSWER D ( objective 0001) Classroom behavioral expectations are designed to
encourage positive behaviors and prevent problem behaviors. One very important
communication is to the student's parents/guardians so that they are aware and can
provide behavioral supports at home if needed.
A student's cultural background is most likely to influence the student's:
a. perceptions of self and others
b. ability to engage in cognitive appraisals
c. need for praise from peers
d. ability to interact with the environment - ANSWER A (objective 0002) Cultural
background is a major factor in the student's social/emotional development in terms of
their approach to others as well as attitudes about self and others. These categories are
a direct result of world view and culturally-based roles and expectations.
A school social worker will be meeting with a new sixth grade student. The student has
lived in three different homeless shelters and has attended five different schools in the
past year. Prior to meeting with the student the social worker meets with the students
teachers to discuss how best to meet the students needs in school. In this meeting, the
social worker should emphasize the importance of:
a. referring the student and family to community agencies offering assistance with
housing.
b. forming a good relationship with the student; extending choices in which students can
make personal learning decisions.
c. discussing the students educational history and enrollment records with the school
administrator.
d. referring the student to local support groups for people in unstable housing
situations. - ANSWER B (objective 0002) The establishment of positive student- teacher
relationships contributes to students' sense of belonging and security. Opportunities to
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