Deck 10: College and Career Readiness

Question 1

According to ASCA (2013), which of the following activities is NOT part of the role the school counselor plays in college and career readiness?

A) Demonstrate the connection between coursework and life experiences.
B) Encourage students to make course selections that allow them the opportunity to choose from a wide range of post-secondary options.
C) Help students explore interests and abilities in relation to knowledge of self and the world of work.
D) Write college essays for students to use in their application process

Answer 1

D

Question 2

The purpose of the ASCA "Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success: K-12 College and Career Readiness Standards for Every Student" (2014) is to,

A) provide school counselors with a framework in which to promote the engagement of students in their own career exploration journey
B) provide school counselors with more time to meet with students regarding social/emotional issues.
C) provide students with a framework for organization and time management skills.
D) provide students with opportunities to pursue extracurricular activities while earning course credit.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

The First Lady's college and career readiness initiative is known as,

A) Course to Success
B) College and Career Pathway Model
C) Reach Higher
D) Pushing Forward

Answer 3

C

Question 4

House Bill 5 in the State of Texas was passed in order to require,

A) all first generation college students may have their college application fee waived for in-state colleges and universities.
B) all students must declare a career pathway, and take specific courses within their designated pathway, in order to meet the requirements for graduation
C) all students must complete the ACUPLACER exam upon graduation from high school, regardless of their current educational or career plans.
D) None of the above.

Question 5

The Success and Opportunity through Quality Charter Schools Act of 2014, provided priority funding to charter school grant applicants that,

A) offer comprehensive career counseling.
B) admit large numbers of first-generation college going students.
C) offer college application fee assistance to all students.
D) offer after school programs to students who receive free and/or reduced lunch.

Question 6

According to ACT (2008) there is a critical point in a student's academic career where she/he begins to develop interest in future careers. What critical point is discussed in the chapter?

A) Adolescence
B) 8th grade
C) High School
D) Upon turning 16

Question 7

Which students are less likely to have fulfilled the academic prerequisites for optimal postsecondary options?

A) Students with IEPs
B) Students of poverty
C) Students from single-parent households
D) Students who are English language learners

Question 8

What percentage of 8th grade students are on track to take college level courses by the time they graduate from high school?

A) 0.39
B) 0.63
C) 0.78
D) 0.2

Question 9

Regardless of their level of preparedness, what percentage of students reported they wanted to attend college after high school?

A) 0.86
B) 0.74
C) 0.55
D) 0.12

Question 10

What is the most effective way of engaging students in college and career readiness activities?

A) Setting up mentorship programs for first-generation college students
B) Knowing the right resources to provide and incorporating a structured career guidance delivery system into a systemic counseling program.
C) Providing rigorous and relevant classroom guidance activities to students.
D) Creating a sustainable advisory board to guide your career counseling work.

Question 11

The Middle School Career and College Readiness Standards (MS-CCRS) may be used to help students to,

A) develop a vision of themselves beyond high school.
B) develop better study habits and work ethic.
C) develop critical interpersonal skills that employers are looking for.
D) engage in fewer at-risk behaviors that may threaten their future careers.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a factor in college planning for students who come from lower socioeconomic backgrounds?

A) They are more likely to overestimate the cost of attending college.
B) They are more likely to underestimate the availability of financial aid.
C) They are more likely to exhibit poor knowledge of the academic pre-requisites for college admission.
D) They are more likely to be given priority status for admission due to their economic circumstances

Question 13

Which of the following is a significant predictor of high school success or potential dropout?

A) Parental values and attitudes toward education
B) Neighborhood norms
C) Community resources/economic factors
D) All of the above.

Question 14

Which of the following constitutes an important marker for college and career success?

A) Behavior and academic discipline
B) Level of parental involvement
C) Successful completion of rigorous coursework in high school
D) Developing a career plan early

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT one of the Middle School College and Career Readiness Standards?

A) Personal awareness
B) Postsecondary aspirations
C) Financial literacy
D) Academic achievement

Question 16

Students who participate in CTE coursework and related student organizations are more likely to experience which of the following?

A) Overall commitment to education
B) Increased participation in extracurricular activities
C) A job paying a living-wage upon graduation
D) Social success with peers

Question 17

Students who do not participate in some form of CTE in high school are more likely to experience which of the following?

A)   Lower academic performance
B) Increased engagement in at-risk behaviors
C) Higher drop-out rates
D) All of the above.

Question 18

Which 3 states recognize "Energy" as their 17th career cluster?

A) Nevada, New Mexico, California
B) Georgia, Colorado, Florida
C) Georgia, Washington, North Dakota
D) North Dakota, Nevada, Alaska

Question 19

Career fairs have been around for decades, but what recent trend did 90% of students report as having a positive impact on their college and postsecondary planning?

A) Career targeted panel discussions
B) Give-aways from college and universities
C) College essay writers to mentor students
D)   Teacher-led discussion groups for college stress management

Question 20

To be considered a "21st Century Citizen," one must be which of the following?

A) Able to work on problems that cut across the world's geographical, cultural, and political boundaries.
B) Prepared for life in our increasingly interconnected world.
C) Able to speak and write at least 3 languages.
D) A and B only