1. Why is teaching the hidden curriculum so important for an individual who has an ASD?
A. To break down barriers to social acceptability B. To improve self-esteem C. To promote a level of safety D. All of the above
2. The anxiety level of individuals with ASD can be extreme. How does bringing this level down affect performance at school?
A. All kids should enjoy the school experience. B. They will like their teachers better. C. They are more available to focus and learn if they are not overwhelmed with other issues. D. They tend to make other kids anxious too.
3. The hidden curriculum can change according to which of the following factors?
A. Location, people, age, and culture B. Subject matter, people, age, and time of day C. Time of day, culture, time of lesson, and location D. Ability of teacher, ability of child, age, and peers
4. Why are hidden curricula so hard to teach?
A. Individuals with ASD have trouble listening. B. Individuals with ASD have trouble being flexible in their understanding of social material. C. Individuals with ASD are resistant to learning the hidden curriculum. D. It is impossible to teach the hidden curriculum.
5. Who is the preferred person to monitor teaching of the hidden curriculum within the school setting?
A. The speech language therapist B. The social worker C. The regular education teacher D. A trained individual who has contact with the student in a variety of settings within the building
6. What is a critical step in monitoring progress in the hidden curriculum?
A. Regular discussion time between all team members B. Setting up situations for practice C. Charting success/failures to document progress D. All of the above
