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Curriculum and Instruction for Students with Intellectual Disabilities

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Significant difficulties in intellectual functioning

  2. Significant difficulties in adaptive behavior

  3. Delays in language development

  4. Average intelligence


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Students with intellectual disabilities have significant difficulties in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, which may include delays in language development. They do not have average intelligence.

What is the primary goal of curriculum for students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. To prepare students for higher education

  2. To prepare students for employment

  3. To help students develop functional life skills

  4. To help students develop social skills


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The primary goal of curriculum for students with intellectual disabilities is to help them develop functional life skills, such as self-care, communication, and social skills, that will enable them to live as independently as possible.

Which of the following is NOT a type of instructional strategy that is commonly used with students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Direct instruction

  2. Errorless discrimination training

  3. Task analysis

  4. Discovery learning


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Discovery learning is not a type of instructional strategy that is commonly used with students with intellectual disabilities, as it requires students to be able to learn through exploration and experimentation, which can be difficult for students with intellectual disabilities.

What is the purpose of using errorless discrimination training with students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. To help students learn to discriminate between different stimuli

  2. To help students learn to generalize skills to new situations

  3. To help students learn to solve problems

  4. To help students learn to communicate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Errorless discrimination training is a type of instructional strategy that is used to help students with intellectual disabilities learn to discriminate between different stimuli, such as objects, colors, or shapes.

What is the importance of using visual aids with students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. To help students understand abstract concepts

  2. To help students remember information

  3. To help students focus their attention

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Visual aids can help students with intellectual disabilities understand abstract concepts, remember information, and focus their attention. They can also help to make learning more engaging and motivating.

Which of the following is NOT a type of assessment that is commonly used with students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Curriculum-based assessment

  2. Dynamic assessment

  3. Standardized testing

  4. Informal assessment


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Standardized testing is not a type of assessment that is commonly used with students with intellectual disabilities, as it is often difficult for students with intellectual disabilities to understand and complete standardized tests.

What is the purpose of using curriculum-based assessment with students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. To measure students' progress toward their IEP goals

  2. To identify students' strengths and weaknesses

  3. To make decisions about instruction

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Curriculum-based assessment is a type of assessment that is used to measure students' progress toward their IEP goals, identify their strengths and weaknesses, and make decisions about instruction.

Which of the following is NOT a type of transition service that is provided to students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Vocational training

  2. Job placement assistance

  3. Supported employment

  4. Independent living skills training


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Independent living skills training is not a type of transition service that is provided to students with intellectual disabilities, as it is not specifically related to preparing students for employment or post-school life.

What is the purpose of providing vocational training to students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. To help students develop the skills they need to get a job

  2. To help students learn about different career options

  3. To help students develop their work ethic

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vocational training is provided to students with intellectual disabilities to help them develop the skills they need to get a job, learn about different career options, and develop their work ethic.

Which of the following is NOT a type of supported employment service that is provided to students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Job coaching

  2. On-the-job training

  3. Supported employment placement

  4. Vocational rehabilitation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vocational rehabilitation is not a type of supported employment service that is provided to students with intellectual disabilities, as it is a broader term that refers to a range of services that are provided to help people with disabilities find and keep jobs.

What is the purpose of providing job placement assistance to students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. To help students find a job that matches their skills and interests

  2. To help students prepare for job interviews

  3. To help students learn how to write a resume and cover letter

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Job placement assistance is provided to students with intellectual disabilities to help them find a job that matches their skills and interests, prepare for job interviews, and learn how to write a resume and cover letter.

Which of the following is NOT a type of assistive technology that is commonly used with students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Augmentative and alternative communication devices

  2. Adaptive switches

  3. Computer-aided instruction software

  4. Text-to-speech software


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Text-to-speech software is not a type of assistive technology that is commonly used with students with intellectual disabilities, as it is not specifically designed to meet the needs of students with intellectual disabilities.

What is the purpose of using augmentative and alternative communication devices with students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. To help students communicate their wants and needs

  2. To help students learn to read and write

  3. To help students develop their social skills

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Augmentative and alternative communication devices are used with students with intellectual disabilities to help them communicate their wants and needs, learn to read and write, and develop their social skills.

Which of the following is NOT a type of professional development that is important for teachers of students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. Training on evidence-based practices

  2. Training on assistive technology

  3. Training on classroom management

  4. Training on differentiated instruction


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Training on differentiated instruction is not a type of professional development that is specifically important for teachers of students with intellectual disabilities, as it is a general teaching strategy that is used with all students.

What is the purpose of providing training on evidence-based practices to teachers of students with intellectual disabilities?

  1. To help teachers learn about effective teaching strategies for students with intellectual disabilities

  2. To help teachers improve their classroom management skills

  3. To help teachers create more inclusive learning environments

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Training on evidence-based practices is provided to teachers of students with intellectual disabilities to help them learn about effective teaching strategies, improve their classroom management skills, and create more inclusive learning environments.

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