Question 1

To function satisfactorily within society, individuals must have a(n):

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

The problem with ____________ is in determining whether the "something" that individuals need is a one-time need or if individuals need it consistently over time.

Accepted Answer

The term "duration" refers to the length of time that individuals require the "something" they need. It can be difficult to determine if someone needs a particular thing for a short period or consistently over time.

Question 3

Which of the following is a problem when defining needs that result in the distribution of resources?

Accepted Answer

D

Question 4

Which of the following refers to the number of individuals or groups experiencing a problem in a given time period?

Accepted Answer

Incidence refers to the number of new cases of a disease or condition that appear in a specific population during a defined time period. It is used to measure how quickly a disease is spreading.

Question 5

Which of the following refers to the number of individuals or groups who have the problem?

Accepted Answer

Prevalence refers to the number or proportion of individuals or groups in a population with a particular health condition or issue at a specific point in time or over a certain period.

Question 6

Which of the following refers to the systematic process used to acquire an accurate, thorough picture of issues or needs that may arise in a criminal justice setting?

Accepted Answer

The systematic process used to acquire an accurate, thorough picture of issues or needs that may arise in a criminal justice setting is called a needs assessment evaluation. Incidence refers to the number of new cases of an issue in a specific time period, duration refers to the length of time an issue persists, and prevalence refers to the total number of cases of an issue in a given population at a specific time. None of these terms accurately describe the process of a needs assessment evaluation.

Question 7

Which of the following is used in the needs assessment and identifies what will be studied?

Accepted Answer

The population is the group of people or entities that the needs assessment will focus on, and identifying the population is the first step in determining what will be studied. Social indicators, assessing current resources, and data collection are all important components of a needs assessment, but they come after the population has been identified.

Question 8

Which of the following is used in the needs assessment and has evaluators include a catalog of the current programs and supports?

Accepted Answer

Assessing current resources involves creating a catalog of the existing programs and supports, which is crucial in identifying gaps and areas needing improvement. Population (A) and social indicators (B) are also important in needs assessment, but they do not involve creating a catalog of programs and supports. Data collection (D) is a broad concept and may or may not include cataloging existing programs depending on the specific approach used.

Question 9

Which of the following is used in the needs assessment and shows the changes in conditions that provide some insight that a problem or need exists?

Accepted Answer

Social indicators are measurements of the quality of life and well-being of a population. These can include factors such as poverty rates, education levels, and health outcomes, and changes in these indicators can signal the existence of a problem or need that requires intervention. Population, assessing current resources, and data collection are all important components of a needs assessment, but they do not specifically address changes in conditions or social indicators.

Question 10

Which of the following is used in needs assessment and involves the evaluator having to make some decisions about the use of surveys, treatment groups, and key informants?

Accepted Answer

Data collection is the process of gathering information that will be used to determine needs and identify problems. This involves making decisions about which methods to use, such as surveys, treatment groups, and key informant interviews. Population, social indicators, and assessing current resources are important considerations in needs assessment, but they do not directly involve the decision-making process for data collection methods.

Question 11

Which of the following is made up of a small group of individuals from the target or potential treatment group?

Accepted Answer

A focus group is specifically designed to gather insights from a small, diverse group of individuals who are part of the target or potential treatment group. This method is used to collect qualitative data on perceptions, ideas, and attitudes about a specific topic or product.

Question 12

What is another method to capture group interactions?

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

The appearance of needs is community-driven.

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

Five states seem to be most prevalent when needs are being discussed.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. However, it is unclear which five states are being referred to as further information is not provided.

Question 15

Incidence and prevalence are two features that are critical to demonstrating needs because they provide some indication of the types of programming that may be necessary and the distribution of resources.

Accepted Answer

Incidence and prevalence help to analyze the frequency and spread of a problem or condition, which guides decisions about resource allocation and program development, making them critical features in demonstrating needs.

Question 16

Using social indicators to identify a problem and shape programs requires knowledge of the indirect measurement and context of the problem.

Accepted Answer

Social indicators provide data on various aspects of a society, such as economic conditions, health status, education, and social relationships, which can help identify problems and inform programs. However, interpreting social indicators requires an understanding of the underlying issues and contextual factors that affect the problem being addressed. Indirect measures, such as poverty rates or school dropout rates, can be helpful in identifying social problems. However, they do not always provide a complete picture of the issue, and additional information and analysis may be necessary to fully understand the problem and develop effective solutions.

Question 17

Key informants involve everyone in the identified population as having an equal and known opportunity to be part of the survey.

Accepted Answer

Key informants are specific individuals who are chosen to answer questions or provide information on behalf of a larger population. They are not representative of the entire population and may not provide a fully accurate picture of the group's experiences or perspectives.

Question 18

A treatment group is made up of individuals without a specific need who are chosen at random.

Accepted Answer

A treatment group is composed of individuals with a specific need or condition, and they are chosen based on certain criteria or factors relevant to the treatment being tested. Members of a treatment group would receive a specific intervention or therapy to address their condition, in contrast to those in a control group who would receive a placebo or standard treatment. Choosing individuals without a specific need at random would not be relevant to testing the efficacy of a treatment.

Question 19

Representativeness refers to individuals who know the criminal justice system or their part of the criminal justice system and may know what needs are going unmet.

Accepted Answer

Representativeness refers to the degree to which a sample or subset of participants accurately reflects or represents the larger population or whole, not specifically to individuals knowledgeable about the criminal justice system.

Question 20

Focus groups are powerful in understanding the reactions to potential programs or changes in programs.

Accepted Answer

Focus groups allow for in-depth discussions and feedback from a diverse group of individuals, providing valuable insights into their thoughts and reactions towards potential programs or changes.

Quiz 3: Needs Assessment Evaluation

To function satisfactorily within society, individuals must have a(n) :