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School Psychology and Academic Success

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What is the primary role of a school psychologist in promoting academic success?

  1. Conducting psychological assessments

  2. Providing individual and group counseling

  3. Developing and implementing school-wide interventions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

School psychologists play a multifaceted role in promoting academic success, including conducting psychological assessments, providing individual and group counseling, and developing and implementing school-wide interventions.

Which of the following is NOT a common factor contributing to academic success?

  1. High intelligence

  2. Strong motivation

  3. Effective study skills

  4. Positive peer relationships


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

While high intelligence can be a contributing factor to academic success, it is not a necessary or sufficient condition. Many students with average or even below-average intelligence achieve academic success through hard work, effective study skills, and positive peer relationships.

What is the term for a school-based program that provides comprehensive support services to students with academic, social, and emotional needs?

  1. Student assistance program (SAP)

  2. Response to intervention (RTI)

  3. Multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS)

  4. School-wide positive behavior support (SWPBS)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) is a comprehensive school-based program that provides a range of support services to students with academic, social, and emotional needs. MTSS is designed to identify students who are struggling and provide them with the necessary support to succeed.

Which of the following is a key component of effective school-wide positive behavior support (SWPBS)?

  1. Clearly defined behavioral expectations

  2. Consistent and fair discipline practices

  3. Positive reinforcement for appropriate behavior

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Effective school-wide positive behavior support (SWPBS) includes clearly defined behavioral expectations, consistent and fair discipline practices, and positive reinforcement for appropriate behavior.

What is the purpose of a functional behavior assessment (FBA)?

  1. To identify the function of a student's challenging behavior

  2. To develop a behavior intervention plan (BIP)

  3. To monitor the effectiveness of a BIP

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A functional behavior assessment (FBA) is conducted to identify the function of a student's challenging behavior, develop a behavior intervention plan (BIP), and monitor the effectiveness of the BIP.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of academic intervention provided by school psychologists?

  1. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

  2. Metacognitive training

  3. Study skills training

  4. Medication management


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Medication management is typically not provided by school psychologists, as they are not medical professionals. However, school psychologists may work with other professionals, such as psychiatrists or pediatricians, to coordinate medication management for students with mental health conditions.

What is the term for a school-based program that provides academic and social-emotional support to students who are at risk of dropping out of school?

  1. Alternative education program (AEP)

  2. Dropout prevention program (DPP)

  3. Truancy prevention program (TPP)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Alternative education programs (AEPs), dropout prevention programs (DPPs), and truancy prevention programs (TPPs) are all school-based programs that provide academic and social-emotional support to students who are at risk of dropping out of school.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of assessment used by school psychologists to evaluate a student's academic skills?

  1. Intelligence test

  2. Achievement test

  3. Diagnostic test

  4. Personality test


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Personality tests are typically not used by school psychologists to evaluate a student's academic skills. However, school psychologists may use personality tests to assess a student's social-emotional functioning.

What is the term for a school-based program that provides academic and social-emotional support to students with disabilities?

  1. Special education program

  2. Inclusive education program

  3. Co-teaching program

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Special education programs, inclusive education programs, and co-teaching programs are all school-based programs that provide academic and social-emotional support to students with disabilities.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of intervention provided by school psychologists to address a student's academic difficulties?

  1. Academic accommodations

  2. Behavior modification

  3. Counseling

  4. Medication management


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Medication management is typically not provided by school psychologists, as they are not medical professionals. However, school psychologists may work with other professionals, such as psychiatrists or pediatricians, to coordinate medication management for students with mental health conditions.

What is the term for a school-based program that provides academic and social-emotional support to students who are new to the country or who are learning English as a second language?

  1. English as a Second Language (ESL) program

  2. Bilingual education program

  3. Dual language program

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

English as a Second Language (ESL) programs, bilingual education programs, and dual language programs are all school-based programs that provide academic and social-emotional support to students who are new to the country or who are learning English as a second language.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of assessment used by school psychologists to evaluate a student's social-emotional functioning?

  1. Behavior rating scale

  2. Self-report questionnaire

  3. Interview

  4. Intelligence test


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intelligence tests are typically not used by school psychologists to evaluate a student's social-emotional functioning. However, school psychologists may use intelligence tests to assess a student's cognitive abilities.

What is the term for a school-based program that provides academic and social-emotional support to students who are experiencing homelessness?

  1. Homeless education program

  2. Transitional housing program

  3. Emergency shelter program

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Homeless education programs, transitional housing programs, and emergency shelter programs are all school-based programs that provide academic and social-emotional support to students who are experiencing homelessness.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of intervention provided by school psychologists to address a student's social-emotional difficulties?

  1. Individual counseling

  2. Group counseling

  3. Parent training

  4. Medication management


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Medication management is typically not provided by school psychologists, as they are not medical professionals. However, school psychologists may work with other professionals, such as psychiatrists or pediatricians, to coordinate medication management for students with mental health conditions.

What is the term for a school-based program that provides academic and social-emotional support to students who are in foster care?

  1. Foster care education program

  2. Transitional housing program

  3. Emergency shelter program

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Foster care education programs are school-based programs that provide academic and social-emotional support to students who are in foster care.

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