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Which of the following theories posits that children are born with basic
mental structure on which future learning and knowledge are based
on?
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 - Correct Answers ✅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
b. interrupting others's conversation and having trouble waiting for a
turn
c.struggling with organization and loosing learning materials
d. speaking excessively during play and learning activities - Correct
Answers ✅C (objective 0001) attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder (ADHD) primarily inattentive presentation often manifests as
,Social work 238 Content Exam
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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?
a. evaluation
b. analysis
c. comprehension
d. knowledge - Correct Answers ✅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?
a. incorporating physical movement into lesson activities
b. providing printed handouts for multimedia presentations
c. developing written instructions for research assignments
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d. integrating small- and large group discussions into lessons - Correct
Answers ✅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?
a. providing the student with information about the effects of
depression on learning
b. suggesting that the student be evaluated by the crisis team for
sducidal tendencies
c. scheduling a meeting with the student to develop an individual plan
for classroom support
d. referring the student to an outside agency for individual counseling
related to depression - Correct Answers ✅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.
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According to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which
of the following developmental challenges occurs between ages three
and five?
a. identity vs. confusion
b.initiative vs. guilt
c. trust vs. mistrust
d, intimacy vs.isolation - Correct Answers ✅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:
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