Question 1

In thinking about the case of Leslie, which theory highlighted her self-efficacy beliefs related to math and teaching?&#10;A)career construction and life designing&#10;B)cognitive career theory&#10;C)Gottfredson's&#10;D)Super's

Accepted Answer

Cognitive career theory emphasizes the importance of self-efficacy beliefs in the career development process. Leslie's self-efficacy beliefs related to math and teaching are central to her decision-making process and her actions.

Question 2

Each of the theories discussed in the book ______.&#10;A)has areas in which it overlaps with other theories&#10;B)tries to predict optimal situations for clients&#10;C)uses a variety of ways to help clients learn about themselves&#10;D)all of these

Accepted Answer

Each theory has areas in which it overlaps with other theories, and they all try to help clients learn about themselves using different approaches. None of the theories discussed in the book try to predict optimal situations for clients, so option B is incorrect.

Question 3

Which theory deals with reconstructing and co-constructing clients' life portraits?&#10;A)social cognitive theory&#10;B)the theory of work adjustment&#10;C)career construction theory&#10;D)the psychology of working theory

Accepted Answer

Career construction theory, developed by Mark Savickas, emphasizes the importance of constructing a narrative or life story to make meaning of one's career and life experiences. This theory involves co-constructing the client's life portrait through the use of narrative techniques such as storytelling and genograms.

Question 4

Which theory describes vocational personalities and work environments?&#10;A)Super's&#10;B)Gottfredson's&#10;C)Bandura's&#10;D)Holland's

Accepted Answer

Holland's theory (RIASEC theory) describes vocational personalities and work environments. It suggests that people have six personality types: Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional, and that there are corresponding work environments that would suit each personality type.

Question 5

Which theory emphasizes a person's beliefs about his or her competence to do various tasks and considers expected outcomes?&#10;A)social cognitive theory&#10;B)the theory of work adjustment&#10;C)career construction theory&#10;D)the psychology of working theory

Accepted Answer

Social cognitive theory emphasizes a person's beliefs about their competence to do various tasks and considers expected outcomes. It suggests that behavior is influenced not just by external stimuli but also by cognitive factors, such as beliefs, values, and expectations.

Question 6

Super and Gottfredson both articulated developmental theories.Briefly describe what makes these theories developmental and how are they different?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Super and Gottfredson both articulated developmental theories.Briefly...

Question 7

Which theory shares some commonalities with Holland's theory, yet emphasizes individuals' abilities and needs?&#10;A)social cognitive theory&#10;B)the theory of work adjustment&#10;C)career construction theory&#10;D)the psychology of working theory

Accepted Answer

The theory of work adjustment shares some commonalities with Holland's theory in that both theories emphasize matching individual characteristics with work environments. However, the theory of work adjustment places more emphasis on individuals' abilities and needs, whereas Holland's theory focuses on individuals' personality types. The other options (A, C, D) place less emphasis on matching individuals with work environments based on their abilities and needs.

Question 8

Which theory focuses on economic constraints and marginalization that often stems from social identities like sexism and racism?&#10;A)social cognitive theory&#10;B)the theory of work adjustment&#10;C)career construction theory&#10;D)the psychology of working theory

Accepted Answer

The psychology of working theory emphasizes the impact of societal and economic factors on vocational choices, particularly the constraints and marginalization faced by individuals due to social identities such as gender, race, and class. It focuses on the intersectionality of these social identities and how they can limit opportunities and affect career aspirations.

Question 9

The authors remind us that theories, as representations of reality, are like ______.&#10;A)springboards&#10;B)gardens&#10;C)paintings&#10;D)maps

Accepted Answer

The authors compare theories to maps, as they both are representations of reality and help us to navigate and understand it.

Question 10

Which theory focuses on circumscription and compromise?&#10;A)career construction and life designing&#10;B)cognitive career theory&#10;C)Gottfredson's&#10;D)Super's

Accepted Answer

Circumscription and compromise theory is Gottfredson's approach to explaining how individuals limit their occupational aspirations based on factors such as gender, social class, and abilities. It suggests that individuals progressively eliminate career options that do not align with their own self-concepts and social role expectations, leading to a narrower range of career possibilities over time. Therefore, the correct answer is C.

Question 11

Which is true regarding the research support for Holland's theory?&#10;A)the theory is still relatively new, so research support is limited&#10;B)research regarding this theory is mixed at best&#10;C)this theory has been well-researched and has good empirical support&#10;D)none of these

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which is true regarding the research support...

Question 12

A university career counselor, Dori, has a poster on her office wall featuring a hexagon with a letter beside each corner of the shape.She uses this often when talking to students.What theoretical perspective likely grounds Dori's work?

A)Holland's
B)Theory of Work Adjustment (TWA)
C)Gottfredson's
D)Super's

Accepted Answer

The answer of A university career counselor, Dori, has a...

Question 13

Super is to ______ as Gottfredson is to ______.&#10;A)rainbows; crosswalks&#10;B)childhood; later life stages&#10;C)later life stages; childhood&#10;D)crosswalks; rainbows

Accepted Answer

The answer of Super is to ______ as Gottfredson is...

Deck 16: Summary and Integration