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How Classroom-Ready Are You as a CSW?

This is not a test you “pass” or “fail”.
It’s a chance to reflect on real situations CSWs face every day and spot the gaps most people only discover once they’re already in the classroom.

Answer honestly. Your results will help you decide your next step.

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Question 1 of 10

 You arrive at a lesson and your Deaf student is 30 minutes late. What should you do?

 

A

Go into the classroom and start taking notes for them

B

Follow your organisation’s agreed protocol and inform the tutor if needed

C

Wait outside until they arrive

D

Leave immediately as it’s not your responsibility

Question 2 of 10

 

A student asks you to correct their written work before handing it in. What should you do?

A

Correct it quickly to support them

B

Rewrite it together so they understand

C

Clarify the task instructions but leave the work to the student

D

Fix obvious mistakes so it’s fair

Question 3 of 10

 

A tutor says, “You’ll need to hit the ground running with this assignment.” What should you sign?

A

A literal sign for “run”

B

Fingerspell the phrase

C

Explain the meaning of the phrase clearly

D

Ignore it as it’s informal language

Question 4 of 10

 

A tutor plays a video without subtitles and without warning. What is the best practice?

A

Do your best and hope the student understands

B

Ask to stop the video and explain later

C

Educate the tutor and arrange proper access before viewing

D

Take notes while the video plays

Question 5 of 10

 

When is it appropriate for a CSW to take notes?

A

Only if requested by the tutor

B

Only in lectures

C

Never — it looks unprofessional

D

When it supports access and no notetaker is provided

Question 6 of 10

 

Who is responsible for Deaf awareness in a classroom?

A

The tutor and institution, supported by the CSW

B

The Deaf student

C

The CSW only at the start of term

D

No one — people just learn over time

Question 7 of 10

 

During an exam, the student looks at you for help understanding a question. What do you do?

A

Rephrase until they understand what answer is needed

B

Maintain neutrality and clarify wording only

C

Give hints using facial expression

D

Tell them you can’t help at all

Question 8 of 10

 

A student shares something personal that raises safeguarding concerns and asks you not to tell anyone. What should you do?

A

Wait to see if it happens again

B

Respect their wishes

C

Promise confidentiality

D

Follow safeguarding procedures immediately

Question 9 of 10

 

Which statement best describes the CSW role?

A

A support worker for academic success

B

A professional facilitating access, independence, and communication

C

A language expert who fills gaps

D

A helper who steps in when needed

Question 10 of 10

 

Which situation causes most CSWs to feel stressed or unsure?

A

Working long hours

B

Not knowing where the role starts and ends

C

Signing speed

D

Lack of equipment

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