CHCDEV005 Class activity book - Assessor

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Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4 CLASS ACTIVITIES - Assessor CHCDIS001 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach

CHCDEV005 - Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services Assessor copy (For Assessor use only) – CHCDEV005 - Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services Question 1: Describe the levels of government in Australia. Federal government The Federal government is at the top of the tiar. The constitution gives legislative power to the federal government. Prospective laws are known as bills and are filed by the parliament's representatives, the bill is voted on by the house of representatives, and if passed moves to the senate to be debated and voted on further. If the bill is passed by the Senate, this means a new law or amendment to an existing law occurs. Other responsibilities the federal government has includes  Represent the interests of the Australian people  Collecting taxes and allocating the spending of taxes in annual budgets in major portfolios such as education, health and aged care, and social services. State Government State governments work together and separate from the federal government. Each state has its constitution, and sometimes responsibilities will overlap with the federal government. State government responsibilities include  Making laws relevant for state purposes  Repairing and construction of roads  Industrial relations  Policing communities and appointing judges  Determining how crown land will be used  Funding and overseeing public transport  Funding hospitals and schools (some funding may be provided by the federal government  Public housing Local government At the bottom of the tiar is the local government. Local governments assist in the devolvement of the areas they represent economically, socially and culturally (Vic councils, n.d) There are many local governments within each state and territory in Australia. Local governments can apply for funding from state and federal governments and can distribute funding to local services and businesses within the area. Some responsibilities of local governments include The collection land rates from property owners go towards local services such as rubbish collection and maintenance of public areas. Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

 Maintenance of public areas – park areas, wetlands etc  Pest control  Parking  Noise regulations  Food safety regulations Question 2: Provide three examples of the impact of government policy on individuals and families. Examples response Government decisions to reduce the rate of income support received by individuals and families, create further hardship for families and individuals, meaning more reliance on community service programs which include food security programs, mental health support, employment assistance, and subsidised housing. Education funding cuts place great strain particularly on low-income families to purchase the necessities for education. The burden is passed on to community services to provide cash handouts, and subsidised materials resources and equipment. Changes to bulk billing in health services mean that many people go without medical care because they simply cannot afford the fees charged. Question 3: Research democracy in Australia, and explain what democracy means for you. Example response Democracy means that I live in a country that promotes freedom of choice. My human rights are protected by government, and I have the right to vote. As a woman I experience freedoms other may not in other countries such as right to education, right to vote, right to choose who I marry. Question 4: What does inequality mean? Inequality is the phenomenon of unequal or unjust distribution of resources and opportunities among members of society Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

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Question 5: What does social stratification mean? Social stratification is the organisation of society based on its social ranking. Groups are categorised concerning. • Wealth and income • Education • Family background • Power Question 6: Who is most effected by social stratification in Australia? • Migrants, refugees and asylum seekers • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders • Lesbians, gay, bisexual, intersex and queer • People with a disability • Aged people • People who speak English as a second language • Women Question 7: List the effects of inequality on a person? • Low self-esteem • Low self-confidence • Poverty • Reduces life expectancy rates • Mental illness and addiction • Unemployment • Low educational outcomes • Social isolation • Family violence • Poor physical health • Slow rates of economic growth in low socioeconomic areas Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

Question 8: What is the impact of long-term unemployment on a person?  Financial hardship, poverty, and debt  Food insecurity  Family breakdown  Homelessness  Shame and stigma  Crime  Atrophy of work skills  Ill health Question 9: List the social and psychological issues that may impact an aged person.  Social interaction  Role and family relationships  Living arrangements  Level of independence Question 10: List the strategies for each component of the CRAAP Test that will ensure information you access is credible. Currency • When was the information published? • Has the information been revised? Is there a date? • Is the information current for your topic • Do weblinks work? Relevance • Does the information relate to your topic? • Who is the intended audience? • Is the information at an appropriate level for you? • Have you explored other sources to determine how this one will be used? Authority • Where did you locate the information? Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

• Is the information supported by evidence? • Does the URL inform you about the source? - .com (commercial) - .edu (educational) - .gov.au (government) - .org (organisation) - .net (network) Accuracy • Are their spelling or grammatical errors? • Does the language or tone appear to be free from bias? • Can you cross-check the information? • Has the information been reviewed? • Is the information supported with evidence? Purpose • What is the purpose of the information? • Is the author’s intentions clear? • Is the information factual? • Is the information objective? • Are there political, ideological, cultural, religious, institutional, or personal Question 11: List the indicators of health and wellbeing  Disability and activity limitations  The burden of disease and injury  Deaths  Mental health  Chronic conditions  Communicable diseases  Oral health  Overweight and obesity  Physical activity Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

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 Nutrition  Sun protection  Substance use Question 12: Why is making informed decisions important? Informed decisions are important because  Builds your confidence in your ability to be a community service worker  Allows you to have a better idea of the risks involved  You may receive information that has educational value for you  Gives you a sense of control Question 13: Explain the types of evaluation. Formative evaluation. This style of evaluation provides information on how a program might be developed or improve existing programs. Process evaluationThis style of evaluation helps to determine if a program is ineffective from failures during implementation. This process investigates how programs are delivered and inform services to adjust service delivery. Summative evaluation Summative evaluation reports on the results produced by a community service program, and will examine.  Outcome effectiveness – allows for the investigation to determine if the program has made a positive impact on the service users and the community at large.  Cost-effectiveness – costs of the program compared to the results of the program  Cost-benefit analysis – is where program decisions are analyses Question 14: Describe the steps to monitor your performance using reflective practice.  Describe the experience.  Thinking about your thoughts and feelings during the experience  Evaluating the experience. How well did you do? Did you surprise yourself with how well you handled things? Could you have done better?  Analysis – making some sense of the situation, why did you do well? Why do you need to do better? Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

 Conclusion- what have you learned about your professional practice during this experience? What could you have done differently?  Action plan – plan for improvement. If a similar experience was to occur again, what strategies will you find best suited for that situation? Question 15: Explain the difference between qualitative and quantitative research methods. Qualitative data describes qualities or characteristics. Qualitative allows enables a deep dive into the social and cultural factors that are impacting the community. The following table describes the methods you will use when collecting qualitative data. This research method involves using research techniques, which are based on scientific methods, seeking to explain information by testing theories against measurable numerical data (statistics). The data (information) gathered are always numerical and are often presented in your research as statistics, tables and/or graphs Question 16: List the circumstances WHO have identified that influence health inequality. • Income and social protection • Education • Unemployment and job security • Working conditions • Housing and food security • Early childhood development • Social inclusion and non-discrimination • Structural conflict • Access to affordable health services Question 17: List the benefits of reviewing work practices.  Identifying any changes to client circumstances that will impact our practice  Providing an opportunity to improve our future practice informed by analysis of current practice  Determining if we have met the client's expectations  Problem-solving client circumstances that require further Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

consideration  Ensuring that all the stakeholders involved in our work are satisfied that they have been properly consulted.  Identifying gaps in client needs and provision of services Question 18: Why must organisation policies and procedures be reviewed? Organisation policies must be revised periodically to ensure they reflect current legislation and work practice standards Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

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Class Activities: Activity 1: Think about an aspect of Australian society that is of interest, e.g. impacts of unemployment, impacts of homelessness etc. Go online and source a document that discuss this topic. Using the CRAAP Test, for each step explain how the document meets the criteria for being a credible source. Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

Activity 2: Research the different types of decision-making tools business used to support making informed decisions. Source one of interest, discuss and provide a simple illustration of the tool. Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

Activity 3: Design a questionnaire and speak to a classmate/colleague/friend regarding their experience with working or studying with people from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Share your experience as well. Report your findings. Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

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Activity 4: Develop a questionnaire for a community service program of interest that would allow you to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the program. You can go online a research examples to support your response. Class Activities: Version 3.0 Effective Date: 01/07/2019 Review Date: 01/11/2022 All printed copies of this Document are considered 'Uncontrolled Copies'. Printed copies are only valid for the day printed . Page 3 of 4

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