WorksheetsRights in the Workplace Review
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 3hrs 2mins
What does it mean to self-advocate?
knowing how to speak up for yourself and make your own decisions
sitting quietly during a problem that impacts you
letting others tell you what to do
yelling at others
Click on all of the benefits of self-advocacy?
self-advocacy is a survival skill
self-advocacy won't make a difference
increase self-confidence and control over your life
allows you to find solutions during a problem
Which situations can you use self-advocacy skills?
watching TV at home
when needing accommodations in college
while working a job
chatting with previous high school teachers
doctor's appointment
What are 4 areas a strong self-advocate understands about him/herself?
self-awareness
silence
communication
acceptance
knowledge of rights
What law protects you after high school and throughout adulthood?
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Americans with Disabilities Act
There is not a law
I can ask for more money as a reasonable accommodation.
True
False
I can receive a couple of extra breaks throughout my shift as one of my reasonable accommodations to help me work to the best of my ability.
True
False
When requesting an accommodation at work first I must request verbally then give a written request.
True
False
Mark all that are included when making a written request for accommodations.
general information about disability
effect of disability (positive & negative) on job performance
past accommodations
suggested accommodations
current pay versus wanted pay
What does disclosure mean?
sharing what you had for breakfast
telling your employer or college that you have a disability
not sharing important information that affects you working
yelling at people
Disclosing is voluntary. I only need to disclose if I need to request reasonable accommodations.
True
False
Click on all of the advantages of disclosure.
provides legal protection against discrimination
lead to exclusion
allows you to receive reasonable accommodations
increases your comfort level
cause you to be overlooked
Breaking down large tasks into smaller tasks is a reasonable accommodation.
True
False
Purchasing or modifying equipment or devices is a reasonable accommodation.
True
False
I can disclose anytime I feel I need or want to - interview, application, one-on-one meeting with the supervisor, etc.
True
False
