Question 1

The first step in dealing with a noncompliant behavior is:

Accepted Answer

A)  telling the child "NO." 
B)  removing the child immediately. 
C)  collecting specific information through several observations. 
D)  consulting the parents. 
A)  telling the child "NO." 
B)  removing the child immediately. 
C)  collecting specific information through several observations. 
D)  consulting the parents.

Question 2

A strategy to use with all kinds of behavior challenges and with all kinds of children is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  always be directive once and only once. 
B)  give advance warning of possible punishment. 
C)  avoid eye contact. 
D)  provide clear choices that are choices. 
A)  always be directive once and only once. 
B)  give advance warning of possible punishment. 
C)  avoid eye contact. 
D)  provide clear choices that are choices.

Question 3

When using a functional approach to managing behavior challenges, first:

Accepted Answer

A)  plan the intervention. 
B)  speak to the parents. 
C)  identify the challenging situation. 
D)  count frequency. 
A)  plan the intervention. 
B)  speak to the parents. 
C)  identify the challenging situation. 
D)  count frequency.

Question 4

Jimmy's behavior has improved during circle time. He is now able to sit for ten minutes of the circle. Most of the teachers are pleased with his progress; however, Teacher Suzie talks daily about how he is still not sitting like the other children. Which of the steps in completing a functional behavior plan would have addressed this problem?

Accepted Answer

A)  Assess the child and the environment 
B)  Plan the intervention 
C)  Assess the function of the behavior 
D)  Specify an objective for the intervention 
A)  Assess the child and the environment 
B)  Plan the intervention 
C)  Assess the function of the behavior 
D)  Specify an objective for the intervention

Question 5

Why is data collection an important component of a Functional Behavior Plan?

Accepted Answer

A)  It identifies the function of the behavior. 
B)  It determines if the intervention is effective. 
C)  It identifies a replacement behavior. 
D)  It helps identify the behavior that requires intervention. 
A)  It identifies the function of the behavior. 
B)  It determines if the intervention is effective. 
C)  It identifies a replacement behavior. 
D)  It helps identify the behavior that requires intervention.

Question 6

The best way to deal with challenging behaviors is to ignore them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What is meant by the concept of goodness of fit?

Accepted Answer

A)  The child's temperament matches the demands of the environment. 
B)  A child with a difficult temperament is born to parents of the same temperament. 
C)  A child is placed in a classroom where the teacher is relaxed about all rules and routines. 
D)  The child's temperament determines the behavioral outcome. 
A)  The child's temperament matches the demands of the environment. 
B)  A child with a difficult temperament is born to parents of the same temperament. 
C)  A child is placed in a classroom where the teacher is relaxed about all rules and routines. 
D)  The child's temperament determines the behavioral outcome.

Question 8

How does the second tier compare with the third tier in the tiered intervention framework?

Accepted Answer

A)  The second tier comprises preventative classroom interventions. The third involves social-emotional teaching strategies. 
B)  The second tier comprises social-emotional teaching. The third is preventative classroom interventions. 
C)  The second tier is building positive relationships. The third is social-emotional teaching. 
D)  The second tier is building positive relationships. The third is preventative classroom interventions. 
A)  The second tier comprises preventative classroom interventions. The third involves social-emotional teaching strategies. 
B)  The second tier comprises social-emotional teaching. The third is preventative classroom interventions. 
C)  The second tier is building positive relationships. The third is social-emotional teaching. 
D)  The second tier is building positive relationships. The third is preventative classroom interventions.

Question 9

All young children, regardless of their developmental level, can be helped to learn basic socially acceptable behaviors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What are four positive strategies for reducing challenging behaviors?

Accepted Answer

Give positive attention to positive beha

Question 11

Frequency data collection is an effective way to monitor the behavior of a child who cries each morning after drop-off.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Explain four troublesome behaviors typical for an early childhood program.

Accepted Answer

Aggressiveness, noncompliance,

Question 13

Three types of behavioral data that are commonly collected in an early childhood setting include frequency, duration, and interval.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

List four factors that influence challenging behaviors.

Accepted Answer

Cultural norms, parental expec

Question 15

A behavior is a problem when it is excessive and interferes with everyday activities and learning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Normal deviations or minor irregularities in young children are usually self-correcting in children who are typically developing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

When is it appropriate to use a time-out for disruptive behaviors?

Accepted Answer

A)  At the first occurrence 
B)  After teachers have first attempted to modify the environment 
C)  At the parent's recommendation 
D)  It is never a recommended strategy 
A)  At the first occurrence 
B)  After teachers have first attempted to modify the environment 
C)  At the parent's recommendation 
D)  It is never a recommended strategy

Question 18

All young children engage in challenging behavior at some time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of normal deviations in behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  A series of tantrums in reaction to an out-of-town visitor 
B)  Regular and lengthy tantrums when a child is not allowed to do what they want 
C)  A kindergartener who climbs under her desk when asked to complete most types of paper-and-pencil activities 
D)  A four-year-old who bites his classmates on a weekly basis 
A)  A series of tantrums in reaction to an out-of-town visitor 
B)  Regular and lengthy tantrums when a child is not allowed to do what they want 
C)  A kindergartener who climbs under her desk when asked to complete most types of paper-and-pencil activities 
D)  A four-year-old who bites his classmates on a weekly basis

Question 20

What type of data collection would yield the most accurate data for monitoring a child's use of language during circle time?

Accepted Answer

A)  Duration 
B)  Interval 
C)  Baseline 
D)  Occurrence/non-occurrence 
A)  Duration 
B)  Interval 
C)  Baseline 
D)  Occurrence/non-occurrence

The first step in dealing with a noncompliant behavior is:

A strategy to use with all kinds of behavior challenges and with all kinds of children is to:

When using a functional approach to managing behavior challenges, first:

Why is data collection an important component of a Functional Behavior Plan?

The best way to deal with challenging behaviors is to ignore them.

What is meant by the concept of goodness of fit?

How does the second tier compare with the third tier in the tiered intervention framework?

All young children, regardless of their developmental level, can be helped to learn basic socially acceptable behaviors.

What are four positive strategies for reducing challenging behaviors?

Frequency data collection is an effective way to monitor the behavior of a child who cries each morning after drop-off.

Explain four troublesome behaviors typical for an early childhood program.

Three types of behavioral data that are commonly collected in an early childhood setting include frequency, duration, and interval.

List four factors that influence challenging behaviors.

A behavior is a problem when it is excessive and interferes with everyday activities and learning.

Normal deviations or minor irregularities in young children are usually self-correcting in children who are typically developing.

When is it appropriate to use a time-out for disruptive behaviors?

All young children engage in challenging behavior at some time.

Which of the following is an example of normal deviations in behavior?

What type of data collection would yield the most accurate data for monitoring a child's use of language during circle time?

An Inclusive Approach to Early Education

Federal Legislation: Early Intervention and Preventionearly Intervention and Prevention

Inclusive Programs for Young Children

Normal and Exceptional Development

Developmental Disabilities: Causes and Classificationscauses and Classifications

Sensory Impairments: Hearing and Visionhearing and Vision

Physical Disabilities and Health Problems

Learning and Behavior Disorders

Partnership With Families

Assessment and the Ifspiep Process

Characteristics of Effective Teachers in Inclusive Programs

The Developmental-Behavioral Approach

Arranging the Learning Environment

Facilitating Self-Care, Adaptive, and Independence Skills

Facilitating Social Development

Facilitating Speech, Language, and Communication Skills

Facilitating Cognitive Learning

Planning Transitions to Support Inclusion

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Exam 18: Managing Challenging Behaviors

The first step in dealing with a noncompliant behavior is:

A strategy to use with all kinds of behavior challenges and with all kinds of children is to:

When using a functional approach to managing behavior challenges, first:

Why is data collection an important component of a Functional Behavior Plan?

The best way to deal with challenging behaviors is to ignore them.

What is meant by the concept of goodness of fit?

How does the second tier compare with the third tier in the tiered intervention framework?

All young children, regardless of their developmental level, can be helped to learn basic socially acceptable behaviors.

What are four positive strategies for reducing challenging behaviors?

Frequency data collection is an effective way to monitor the behavior of a child who cries each morning after drop-off.

Explain four troublesome behaviors typical for an early childhood program.

Three types of behavioral data that are commonly collected in an early childhood setting include frequency, duration, and interval.

List four factors that influence challenging behaviors.

A behavior is a problem when it is excessive and interferes with everyday activities and learning.

Normal deviations or minor irregularities in young children are usually self-correcting in children who are typically developing.

When is it appropriate to use a time-out for disruptive behaviors?

All young children engage in challenging behavior at some time.

Which of the following is an example of normal deviations in behavior?

What type of data collection would yield the most accurate data for monitoring a child's use of language during circle time?

An Inclusive Approach to Early Education

Federal Legislation: Early Intervention and Preventionearly Intervention and Prevention

Inclusive Programs for Young Children

Normal and Exceptional Development

Developmental Disabilities: Causes and Classificationscauses and Classifications

Sensory Impairments: Hearing and Visionhearing and Vision

Physical Disabilities and Health Problems

Learning and Behavior Disorders

Partnership With Families

Assessment and the Ifspiep Process

Characteristics of Effective Teachers in Inclusive Programs

The Developmental-Behavioral Approach

Arranging the Learning Environment

Facilitating Self-Care, Adaptive, and Independence Skills

Facilitating Social Development

Facilitating Speech, Language, and Communication Skills

Facilitating Cognitive Learning

Planning Transitions to Support Inclusion

Filters