Social work 238 Content Exam Actual

Social work 238 Content Exam Actual Questions and Answers 100% Correct Which of the following theories posits that children are born with basic mental structure on which future learning and knowledge are based on?

• Lev Vygotsky's sociocultural theory
• John Bowlby's attachment theory
• Jean Piaget's cognitive developmental theory
• Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory Ans - C. (objective 00001) Jean Piaget's

cognitive developmental theory explains the mechanisms and process by which an infant and child develop into an individual who can think hypothetically and reason abstractly. According to Piaget's theory cognitive development is a progressive reorganization of the basic mental structure through maturation and environmental experiences.Which of the following students behaviors is most frequently associated with attention- deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) primarily inattentive presentation ?a.leaving the seat when reaming seated is the classroom expectation

• interrupting others's conversation and having trouble waiting for a turn

c.struggling with organization and loosing learning materials

• speaking excessively during play and learning activities Ans - C (objective 0001)

attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) primarily inattentive presentation often manifests as difficulties with time management, forgetfulness, loosing things, day dreaming and organizational struggles.A school social worker is supporting a fourth grade teacher in developing a lesson plan on photosynthesis for a class that includes students with disabilities. The teacher plans to have students create a diagram illustrating the process of photosynthesis. According to Bloom's taxonomy, this activity is an example of which of the following levels of learning?

• evaluation
• analysis
• comprehension
• knowledge Ans - B (objective 0001) Bloom's taxonomy describes six levels of

learning; knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.Analysis is described as the ability to break down or distinguish parts or components of a whole to understand the organizational structure of a whole.which of the following instructional approaches would be most responsive to students who have a preference for kinesthetic learning?

• incorporating physical movement into lesson activities
• providing printed handouts for multimedia presentations
• developing written instructions for research assignments 1 / 4

• integrating small- and large group discussions into lessons Ans - A. (objective 0001)

students who have a preference for kinesthetic learning respond well to activities that incorporate physical movement and tactile experiences. This approach supports student in understanding abstract concepts through direct physical involvement with the content.A high school teacher consults with a school social worker about an eleventh grade student. The teacher reports that the student, who was recently diagnosed with depression, is withdrawn, has trouble concentrating, cries occasionally, and has declining academic performance. Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate for the social worker to recommend first?

• providing the student with information about the effects of depression on learning
• suggesting that the student be evaluated by the crisis team for sducidal tendencies
• scheduling a meeting with the student to develop an individual plan for classroom

support

• referring the student to an outside agency for individual counseling related to

depression Ans - C. (objective 0001) depression is one of the most common mental health issues among adolescents and can effect their learning. Student with depression need specific supports to function effectively in the school environment, and the support should be specific to the student.According to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which of the following developmental challenges occurs between ages three and five?

• identity vs. confusion

b.initiative vs. guilt

• trust vs. mistrust

d, intimacy vs.isolation Ans - B (objective 0001) Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development describes the impact of social experiences across the lifespan. The theory includes eight stages and focuses on social interactions 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. The results of the evaluation include the following results. (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) The student's teacher reports that the student frequently finishes classwork before peers and often expresses boredom in class. Based on this information, the school

social worker's most appropriate recommendation to the teacher is to:

• link complex assignments with the students interest and areas of strength.
• provide the student with additional assignments to complete.
• engage the student as a teaching assistant to provide support to others. 2 / 4

• arrange for the student to work independently on assignments. Ans - A (objective

000 1) According to the students scores on the various components of the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children -Fifth Edition, the student scored within the range for giftedness in verbal comprehension, perceptual reasoning, and processing speed.Linking complex assignments to the students interest and areas of strength is an appropriate method of differentiating instruction for students who are gifted.A first grade student raises a hand to answer a teacher's question. The teacher calls on the student to answer and then compliments the student on the answer. The student continues to raise a hand during future lessons. This scenario most clearly illustrates which of the following theoretical concepts?

• social constructivism

b.cognitive equilibrium c.functional contextualism

• operant conditioning Ans - 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), resulting in a continuation of the desired behavior.A teacher asks the school social worker for advice on how to promote the success of classroom behavioral expectations. The teacher has worked with students to define appropriate behaviors for various activities as well as consequences, both positive and negative, associated with each expectation. Which of the following additional steps should the social worker suggest the teacher take?

• developing a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) for students based on the expectations
• soliciting recommendations for additional expectations from students'

parents/guardians

• referring students to the school principal when they do not follow expectations
• creating a handout of the expectations to provide to student's parents/guardians Ans
• D ( objective 0001) Classroom behavioral expectations are designed to encourage

positive behaviors and prevent problem behaviors. It is important to communicate the expectations to student's parents/guardians so that they are aware and can provide behavioral support at home as needed.A student's cultural background is likely to have the most significant effect on the

student's:

• perceptions of self and others
• ability to participate in cognitive assessments
• need to praise by peers
• capacity to interact with the environment Ans - A (objective 0002) cultural

background plays a significant role in the social/emotional development, including how students interact with others and how students view themselves and others. These areas are a direct results of world view and culturally based roles and expectations. 3 / 4

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:

• referring the student and family to community agencies that provide housing

assistance.

• building a strong relationship with the student that includes opportunities to make

personal learning decisions.

• discussing the students educational history and enrollment records with the school

administer.

• providing the student with information about local support groups for those

experiencing housing instability. Ans - B (objective 0002) The development of strong student- teacher relationships helps students feel a sense of belonging and stability.Opportunities to make personal learning decisions promotes a sense of control and builds foundation for self advocacy.A school social worker is working with a fifth grade teacher to develop strategies for creating a learning community which individual differences are respected and valued.The social worker can best help the teacher achieve this outcome by taking which of the following steps first?

• assisting the teacher in developing lessons that incorporate group assignments and

activities

• supporting the teacher in defining clear expectations for classroom behavior and

interactions

• modeling for the teacher several methods that can be used to informally assess

social skills

• providing the teacher with professional resources on classroom management

strategies Ans - B (objective 0002) expectations communicate to student standards for appropriate behaviors and interactions in various classroom contexts. Expectations also communicate to students how they should treat one another. This practice sets the tone for the learning environment and what is valued and important.A new student enrolls in a school midway through the school year. The student has recently arrived in the United States and speaks very little English. The student's teacher asks the school social worker how to help the student feel comfortable in the new environment. Which of the following initial strategies would be most effective for this purpose?

• arranging for the student to receive tutoring services during the second- language

acquisition process

• meeting with the student's family to share resources in the community that could

provide supports

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