Special Needs Students

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What is the most common type of special need among school-aged children?

  1. Autism spectrum disorder

  2. Intellectual disability

  3. Speech and language impairment

  4. Emotional disturbance


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Speech and language impairment is the most common type of special need among school-aged children, affecting approximately 10% of the population.

What is the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?

  1. To provide a roadmap for a student's education

  2. To identify a student's strengths and weaknesses

  3. To set goals for a student's progress

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

An IEP is a legal document that outlines a student's educational needs, strengths, weaknesses, and goals. It is developed by a team of professionals, including the student's parents or guardians, teachers, and other specialists.

Which of the following is NOT a type of accommodation that can be provided to students with special needs?

  1. Extra time on tests

  2. A quiet place to take tests

  3. A scribe to help with writing

  4. A calculator for math problems


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A calculator is not typically considered an accommodation for students with special needs, as it is not a tool that is specifically designed to help students with disabilities learn or participate in the classroom.

What is the role of a special education teacher?

  1. To provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities

  2. To collaborate with general education teachers to ensure that students with disabilities are receiving the support they need

  3. To advocate for the rights of students with disabilities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Special education teachers play a vital role in ensuring that students with disabilities have access to the education and support they need to succeed.

What is the least restrictive environment (LRE) for a student with a disability?

  1. A regular classroom with no accommodations

  2. A regular classroom with accommodations

  3. A special education classroom

  4. A separate school for students with disabilities


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The LRE for a student with a disability is the setting that allows the student to participate in the general education curriculum to the maximum extent possible, with the appropriate supports and accommodations.

What is the difference between a disability and a learning disability?

  1. A disability is a physical or mental impairment that affects a person's ability to function, while a learning disability is a neurological disorder that affects a person's ability to learn

  2. A disability is a permanent condition, while a learning disability can be overcome with proper intervention

  3. A disability is always visible, while a learning disability is often hidden

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A disability is a broad term that encompasses a wide range of conditions, while a learning disability is a specific type of disability that affects a person's ability to learn.

What is the most important factor in determining the appropriate educational placement for a student with a disability?

  1. The student's disability

  2. The student's academic achievement

  3. The student's social and emotional needs

  4. The student's family's preferences


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The student's disability is the most important factor in determining the appropriate educational placement, as it is the disability that will impact the student's ability to learn and participate in the general education curriculum.

What is the role of parents in the education of their child with a disability?

  1. To advocate for their child's rights

  2. To work with the school to develop an appropriate IEP

  3. To provide support and encouragement to their child

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Parents play a vital role in the education of their child with a disability. They are their child's strongest advocates and can help to ensure that their child is receiving the services and support they need to succeed.

What is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?

  1. A federal law that guarantees a free and appropriate public education to all children with disabilities

  2. A law that provides funding for special education services

  3. A law that protects the rights of students with disabilities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

IDEA is a comprehensive law that ensures that all children with disabilities have access to a free and appropriate public education. It also provides funding for special education services and protects the rights of students with disabilities.

What is the purpose of a transition plan for a student with a disability?

  1. To help the student prepare for life after high school

  2. To identify the student's strengths and weaknesses

  3. To set goals for the student's future

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A transition plan is a roadmap for a student with a disability to help them prepare for life after high school. It identifies the student's strengths and weaknesses, sets goals for the student's future, and provides a plan for how the student will achieve those goals.

What is the best way to support a student with a disability in the classroom?

  1. Be patient and understanding

  2. Provide accommodations and modifications as needed

  3. Encourage the student to participate in class activities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The best way to support a student with a disability in the classroom is to be patient and understanding, provide accommodations and modifications as needed, and encourage the student to participate in class activities.

What is the most important thing to remember when working with students with disabilities?

  1. They are first and foremost students

  2. They have the same rights as other students

  3. They deserve to be treated with respect

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The most important thing to remember when working with students with disabilities is that they are first and foremost students. They have the same rights as other students and deserve to be treated with respect.

What is the difference between a physical disability and a learning disability?

  1. A physical disability affects a person's ability to move or perform physical tasks, while a learning disability affects a person's ability to learn

  2. A physical disability is always visible, while a learning disability is often hidden

  3. A physical disability is more common than a learning disability

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A physical disability is a condition that affects a person's ability to move or perform physical tasks, while a learning disability is a condition that affects a person's ability to learn.

What is the most common type of physical disability among school-aged children?

  1. Cerebral palsy

  2. Spina bifida

  3. Muscular dystrophy

  4. Autism spectrum disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cerebral palsy is the most common type of physical disability among school-aged children, affecting approximately 2-3 children per 1,000.

What is the most common type of learning disability among school-aged children?

  1. Dyslexia

  2. Dyscalculia

  3. Dysgraphia

  4. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dyslexia is the most common type of learning disability among school-aged children, affecting approximately 5-10% of the population.

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