Regarding new trends and ideas in education, Alfie Kohn believes that standardized testing cannot measure what is ultimately most important-the ability to think for oneself
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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During the later Colonial era, economic and social changes were accompanied by a shift from a communal to an individualistic cultural perspective, particularly in regards to religion. Talk about what this means specifically and how it impacts the role
of social welfare policy during this period. What do you feel is the perspective today and how does this influence social welfare policy today in America? What will be an ideal response?
Specht and Country: a. stressed the need for more individual counseling versus group counseling
b. surveyed a group that assisted parents in developing their knowledge of contemporary education issues. c. criticized the trend of social work practice that has abandoned its work for the poor and disenfranchised. d. All of these answers.
Suppose you are involved in the administration of a community-based drug prevention program. It is an evidence-based program listed by AMHSA
Although the program is successful in client outcomes, you could be reaching many more addicts who need your help. Funds are low. What do you do? Perform ________. A. a cost-effectiveness analysis so you can show potential funders how effective your outcomes are compared with the cost of the program B. a cost/benefit analysis to demonstrate the benefits of your program outcomes in dollars and cents C. cost/benefit and cost-effectiveness analyses so you can better demonstrate the value of your program to potential funders D. cost/benefit and cost-effectiveness analyses to determine the least expensive means of operating at a higher capacity while maintaining high outcomes
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. The median is not affected by the skewness of a variable’s distribution. 2. The mean is the most commonly used measure of central tendency for quantitative variables. 3. Range is computed by subtracting the highest value from the lowest value and adding one. 4. The interquartile range measures variability while avoiding problems created by outliers.