WGU D094 QUESTIONS - 1. A fifth-grade student is having difficulty l...

WGU D094 QUESTIONS

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• A fifth-grade student is having difficulty listening and retaining information. The teacher

notices that the student looks pale and has brittle hair and nails. Which physical barrier is likely

affecting this student's learning and performance?: Nutrition

• A fourth-grade student complains of headaches, stomach pain, and nausea. The teacher

notices the student seems anxious and has difficulty focusing. Based on this information, which barrier is likely affecting this student's learning and performance?: Stress

• A high school teacher notices a sudden drop in a student's grades and a change in the way

the student dresses for school. Which developmental barrier is likely affecting this student's

performance?: Peer pressure

• While solving a multistep math problem, a student forgets the second and third steps while

implementing the first. During reading, the student often forgets what was at the beginning of the paragraph before reaching the end of a paragraph. Which memory deficit is likely affecting

this student's learning and performance?: Working Memory

• An Asian third-grade student is getting average grades in math and English. However,

when asked to participate in discussions, the student does not make eye contact and is silent for long periods of time. Which factor is likely affecting this student's learning and performance?: Different cultural norms

• Due to family circumstances, a high-performing student suffers from in- adequate sleep.

Which learning and performance impact would be consistent with the student in this scenario?: Decreased ability to focus

• An extremely intelligent middle school student does not complete work, is suspicious of

those who want to be friendly, and is very judgmental of others. A teacher hears the student speak about hating the school and refers the student to the guidance counselor for poor self- esteem. How does poor self-esteem affect learning and performance?: It decreases the willingness to take risks.

• Even in the heat, a somewhat withdrawn student wears long sleeves and pants. As a

victim of abuse, this student fears being required to have anything signed by a parent. How does child abuse influence learning and performance?: It increases self-isolation and the fear of reprimand

• A second-grade student is argumentative and defiant and engages in passive-aggressive

behaviors such as giving a peer a hug or high five that causes pain. The teacher notices the student bullying other students on the playground. In which area of development is this student

struggling?: social emotional

• An eight-year-old student diagnosed with cerebral palsy is working at grade level

academically but is unable to write, climb a jungle gym, or participate in any extra curricular

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