WR3 518

TO: EVOC 518 Dr. Ron Pendleton
FROM: David Wiget (Student ID# 826771915)
DATE: March 15, 2005
RE: 518, WR3

The system used for the students I currently teach is a very simple one developed by Contra Costa County Office of Education/STAR Program coordinators. The class is based on a four week curriculum with an open entry-open exit system. On the first day of attendance the student is given a multiple choice test with 25 questions of which 24 of the questions are used to measure the students understanding of alcohol and other drug related problems. The last question #25 is a “freebee” that is used to see what kind of attitude they’re bringing into the classroom.

On the last day of attendance, Graduation Day, the students are given the same exact test to measure how much they have improved. I go over the test myself before sending them to headquarters every month to be put through a scantron. Unfortunately this is the only measuring tool used to evaluate the students I teach. There is so much more going on in the classroom that would indicate ones growth i.e. staying clean and sober through the 20 days, going to there 12-step meetings, building a sober support system, and developing healthy relationships with whom they live with.

This is where my learning and development as a teacher will come into action when I voice my concerns and offer input on how to develop a more comprehensive and accurate student evaluation.

PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR THE STAR Pre-Post Test:

STAR Pre-Post Test

First Name:

Last Name:

CDC#:

STAR Site:

Date:

Please bubble in the correct answer to the question below on the bubble answer form provided.

1). the definition of an addict or alcoholic is a person who:

A Uses every day.

B. Has no self-control.

C. Is involved in crime to get drugs.

D. Has serious problems in one or more areas of his/her life as a result of using.

2). Anger comes from:

A. Feelings such as guilt or shame.

B. Dealing with parole

C. Your diet and nutrition

D. Your inner child experiences.

3). A person can experience intimacy by:

A. Playing basketball with a group of friends.

B. Making love to your partner.

C. Reading a book to your children.

D. All of the above.

4). PAW.

A. Only affects people with alcohol addiction.

B. Stands for Promptly Accepting Weakness.

C. Are symptoms that occur while a person is clean and sober.

D. Only occurs in women in late recovery.

5). Roberto is preparing his Community Transition Plan. He plans to work three jobs to earn enough money to support his family. He will have little spare time. What is wrong with Roberto's plan?

A. Nothing. Roberto needs money to survive outside of prison.

B. It is more important for Roberto to relax and adjust to life outside prison.

C. Roberto needs balance in his life, so he can so he can also have fun and enjoy his family.

D. Everyone knows easier ways to make money, besides working three jobs.

6). Spirituality, as defined in most 12-step programs means:

A. Accepting an organized religion's belief system.

B. Regularly attending a church, temple, mosque or synagogue.

C. Developing a full understanding of the Bible, Koran or Torah.

D. A personal relationship with a higher power.

7). Comfort Zones:

A. Are places you go when you need a vacation.

B. Can have a very negative effect on changes we want to make.

C. Describes the different parts of the body that respond to drugs/alcohol.

D. Are places where everyone is drug/alcohol free.

8). Recovery:

A. Is a process that begins when a person recognizes that there are problems in their life

because of drinking and/or using drugs.

B. Begins with a Doctor's help.

C. Is mind over matter.

D. Can only occur if a person believes in God.

9). All of the following are good ways to learn to control your anger, except:

A. Watching for warning signs and taking a "time-out".

B. Exercising as a way to relieve tension.

C. Denying angry feelings.

D. Learning to be responsible for meeting your own needs.

10). One of the characteristics of a healthy relationship is:

A. Spending all your time with your significant other/partner.

B. Avoid talking about problems with relatives.

C. Focusing only on your partner's needs rather than on your own.

D. Talking openly about thoughts and feelings when appropriate.

11). If you relapse, which of the following is the first thing you should do?

A. Get to an AA/NA or other 12-step or support group meeting.

B. Get away from everyone so you can sort out your thinking alone.

C. Use one of the legal stimulants, like nicotine or caffeine to calm yourself.

D. Start a new project or hobby.

12). The first step to getting a job is:

A. Putting together a professional resume.

B. Contacting€) prospective employers.

C. Identifying careers that match your interests, abilities, and goals.

D. Acquiring new work clothes and/or tools.

13) Which of the following in NOT an example of a positive support group?

A. Playing on a local community basketball team.

B. Joining a church choir.

C. Participating in an AA/NA Fellowship.

D. Hanging out at the local bar, but only drinking soda.

14). A negative attitude can:

A. Keep a person safe in dangerous situations.

B. Lead to positive and healthy behavior.

C. Prevent positive change in a person's life.

D. Be avoided with proper vitamins and nutrition.

15). Which of the following is true?

A. Alcoholics/Addicts use because they have deep mental problems.

B. High blood pressure is caused by temper, anger and a bad attitude.

C. Addictions are caused by divorce, a death in the family, or other life trauma.

D. Alcoholism/Addiction is a disease.

16). Meditation, deep breathing and relaxation techniques are examples of what?

A. 12-Step Study.

B. Stress and anger management techniques.

C. The process of addiction.

D. Relapse Triggers.

17). Which of the following is one of the basic principles of a successful relationship?

A. Sex is the most important part of a relationship.

B. A signed contract of mutual expectations.

C. The first commitment is to personal growth.

D. Everyone needs therapy to make a relationship work.

18). Which of the following is an essential part of recovery?

A. Getting a job.

B. Reuniting with family.

C. Getting support from other positive people.

D. Using willpower alone to never drink/use drugs again.

19). Which of the following describes the best system to avoid a relapse?

A. Recognize, Avoid, Cope.

B. Trigger, Surrender, Pray.

C. Fright, Fight, Flight.

D. Score it, deplore it, ignore it.

20). According to Gordon Graham, a balanced lifestyle includes planning activities in ALL of the following areas except:

A. Employment.

B. Leisure

C. Spiritual

D. Responsibility

21). Which statement is NOT true about the Disease Concept of Addiction?

A. It is lifelong and constantly causes problems.

B. It is passed on from parent to child at birth.

C. It only lasts a short period of time.

D. It can lead to death if not treated.

22). Which statement is true about Anger?

A. It escalates if not interrupted.

B. It cannot be managed.

C. It is a bad emotion.

D. It is the only reason for relapse.

23). Addictive relationships:

A. Only occur when both people in the relationship are addicts/alcoholics.

B. Are okay in the beginning of a relationship because it means two people are passionate

about each other.

C. Cause pain and confusion to both parties.

D. Can only be changed through attendance at AA/NA meetings.

24). What is the last step in the Relapse Process?

A. Using alcohol or drugs.

B. Getting arrested.

C. Rationalizing.

D. Blaming others.

25). How do you feel about being in the STAR Program?

A. I do not need this program.

B. The information from this program will help me in my recovery.

C. The program may help others, but it’s not for me.

D. I am here because my parole agent made me come.

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Revised ,6/1/03 G Drive-Forms - Revised Pre/Post Questions

“UPGRADE INDICATOR”

This system for student evaluation is better than the example because I have a copy of the Pre-Post Test attached for one to see what the student is measured by. By doing so has also helped me get a better understanding about why students need to be evaluated and to develop and implement a test with a wider range and to test more frequent than just the beginning and end of a course.