Show:
Auditory Attention
Visual Scanning and Attention
Time Management
Sequencing
Reasoning and Problem Solving
100

Name at least 1 strategy for limiting distractions

  • Move to a quieter area
  • Turn off the TV, radio, etc.
  • Avoid multitasking, etc.
100

Reading would be an example of this strategy.

Using an Organized Scanning Pattern

100

Provide at least one reason why time management an important skill.

  • Sometimes we have a lot of things to do but not enough time to do them all
  • Can help reduce stress and anxiety
  • Can help us prioritize healthy and positive choices
  • Can help us have more time to do the things we want to do
  • Etc.
100

What is Sequencing?

Arranging information and/or actions in the correct order

100

Identify the problem in the following scenario and propose at least one solution: 

You received an email saying that your credit card has been hacked. The email sender wants you to send them your social security number and date of birth so they can close the account for you.

  • Problem: The sender wants to obtain your personal information.
  • Possible Solution: Do not reply or give the sender your information.
200

If you are doing something but someone wants to talk with you, what could you do in that situation?

Take a break from your task or let them know you would like to talk to them once your task is completed so that you can better focus on them and the conversation.

200

A bookmark would be an example of this strategy.

Using a Place Holder

200

What is at least one time management tool you could use to help manage your schedule?

  • Calendar
  • Notebook
  • To-do lists
  • Planners
  • Phone apps
  • Etc.
200

True or False: Sequencing is important when talking to someone and retelling a story.

True

200

Identify the problem in the following scenario and propose at least one solution: 

You are meeting your friend to see a movie, but when you get to the theater you see the movie is already sold out.

  • Problem: The movie you planned on seeing is sold out.
  • Possible Solutions: Pick a different movie to see, get tickets for the same movie at a different time, decide to do a different activity together, etc.
300

What is this scenario an example of? 

You are looking for the letter “E” in a word search, you can say the name of specific item you are searching for, “E” out loud or in your mind as you look for it.

Using Verbal Repetition

300

Decluttering your desk or table would be an example of what strategy?

Using Organization

300

Why is prioritizing time important?

Managing your time effectively requires a distinction between what is important and what can wait. Focusing on the important activities first will allow you to gain greater control over your time

300

Fill in the Blank: 

Sequencing helps us to complete an activity from start to finish in the __________ order.

  • Correct, best, quickest, etc.
300

Identify the problem in the following scenario and propose at least one solution:

 You are riding the bus, and someone is sitting too close, touching you and you feel uncomfortable.

  • Problem: The person is making you feel uncomfortable.
  • Possible Solutions: Ask the person to please move, move over or move to a different location on the bus, if problem persists notify the bus driver.
400

What is this scenario an example of? 

Remembering the name Roy G. Biv can help you remember the colors of the rainbow. The letters in ROY G. BIV stand for Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo and Violet.

Using Word Associations

400

Give your own example of when using an organized scanning pattern may be useful in community living.

  • Looking for an item at the grocery store
  • Reading information on a medication label
  • Etc.
400

True or False:

Reviewing activities and grouping them either as a Want or a Need is a way to prioritize what is important.

True

400

Provide an example of something you do daily that requires sequencing

  • Getting dressed, brushing teeth, following a recipe, etc.
400

Identify the problem in the following scenario and propose at least one solution:

You need to purchase 4 pairs of white socks but there are only 3 pairs of white socks left on the shelf.

  • Problem: There are not enough pairs of socks on the shelf.
  • Potential Solutions: Ask a worker for assistance, go to another store to get the amount of pairs you need. Etc.
500

This is a technique that involves creating mental images when learning new information, to better be able to recall that information later on.

Visual Imagery

500

Give your own example of using a Place Holder strategy while living in the community.

  • Using a bookmark
  • Using your finger to follow along what you're reading
  • Etc.
500

How can you apply the strategy of Planning Ahead to grocery shopping?

Create a shopping list before you go to the store

500

Which of the following is NOT an example of a visual aid that can help with sequencing? 

A. Picture Steps. 

B. Written List. 

C. Calendar. 

D. Verbal Repetition

D. Verbal Repetition

500

Identify the problem in the following scenario and propose at least one solution: 

You slip on the wet floor and bang your head on the ground.

  • Problem: You feel and probably got injured.
  • Potential Solutions: Get help from someone near you, call someone, get first aid, go to the doctor or ER, etc.