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Belonging Through Dance

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1.  To enable children with different needs to participate within a community dance studio it is important to consult: Family/caregivers Studio owners/instructors The child/client All of the above

2.  It is important to be client-centered when designing which aspects of an inclusive dance program? Class structure & environment Choreography & instructional methods Dancer attire & costuming All of the above

3.  Feedback from a community-based dance program supported by an OT has indicated a positive impact on which parties? Children with different needs Parents Volunteers All of the above

4.  The theme "I'm a great dancer" identified through an initial qualitative research study describes which of the following from the dancer and parents perspective: Dance is work and is fun Improved confidence and independence Establishing a community Making friends

5.  Which of the following is NOT one of the F-words in Childhood Disability? Free Fitness Fun Future

6.  The dance instructor and OT hold a feedback session for families of participants to ask for their input on what they liked most about the dance season, and what could be improved for the future. This is an example of which OT enablement skill? Coach Collaborate Advocate Educate

7.  Which of the following is an example of universal design for learning? The dance instructor uses a spot marker on the floor for the dancers who are having trouble standing still A volunteer uses a stool to sit on while supporting one dancer who has difficulty standing independently The instructor uses a visual schedule with the class to structure transitions and show all dancers what will be happening next and a visual stop sign is placed on the door during class to prevent dancers from exiting the studio A first-then board is used with dancers who want to do freeze dance to redirect them back to the current activity

8.  Which of the following OT enablement skills should be used in a group setting where there are dancers with a variety of different physical and cognitive needs? Adapting the class so all dancers participate seated Coaching all volunteer buddies to use physical cueing and hands-on support for their dancer Collaborating with each family, dancer, and volunteer to determine how to support the just-right-level of challenge for each dancer within the group environment Designing a fast-paced class to encourage a lot of movement and socialization

9.  Coordinating volunteers to support dancers participation should include: Recruiting students from local high schools, colleges and universities Training volunteers about the vision and goals of the program, as well as specific strategies such as alternative forms of communication, positioning, and ways to support behavioral needs Establishing relevant methods of feedback and appreciation for volunteers All of the above

10.  An Occupational Therapist who is interested in advocating for dance to support health outcomes for their clients could do which of the following: Educate local dance studios about the value of dance for children of all abilities, and ways to become more inclusive Coach families and support workers to find ways to enroll their child in an appropriate class, and what strategies may be helpful for their participation in the group Consult local community organizations who support individuals with relevant diagnosis / developmental delays, such as a Down Syndrome Association, Autism Association, etc. and invite them to participate in a trial workshop at a local dance studio All of the above