40 Questions
Which condition is not listed under 'Specific Learning Disabilities' in the text?
ADHD
What percentage of children with CP in the United States are male?
57%
Which of the following is NOT cited as a misconception about Specific Learning Disabilities?
Genetic factors
What percentage of people attribute SLD to poor diet incorrectly?
31%
Which of the following is NOT a basic psychological process involved in understanding or using language according to IDEA's definition of 'Specific Learning Disability'?
Playing
How many parents report feelings of isolation, stress, anxiety, guilt, and pessimism regarding their child's learning and attention issues?
Seven out of ten
What conditions are included under Specific Learning Disability according to IDEA except for?
ADHD
'Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities' includes difficulties in which area?
Understanding body language
What is a characteristic of the hyperactivity type of ADHD?
Frequent touching or handling of objects
How do symptoms of ADHD differ in children/teens compared to other children their age?
More frequent or severe
What is a common misconception about ADHD stimulants?
They lead to addiction
What is a risk factor for ADHD?
Low birth weight
What is a common behavior during pregnancy that is associated with an increased risk of ADHD in babies?
Smoking
What is the approximate prevalence of ADHD among boys according to the text?
4%
What is a requirement for diagnosing ADHD symptoms in adults?
Symptoms must be significant in at least one area of life
What is a common myth related to ADHD and sugar consumption?
'ADHD is caused by consuming too much sugar'
What is the main difference between accommodations and modifications?
Accommodations change the way information is presented, while modifications change the content being taught.
What type of student might benefit from audio copies of books and graphic organizers as accommodations?
A student with dyslexia
Which of the following is an example of a modification in an exam setting?
Reducing the number of questions for a specific student
What is the purpose of multi-sensory instructional programs and tools mentioned in the text?
To address the diverse needs of all students
Which area can accommodations be applied to according to the text?
Math, reading, writing, and social studies
What kind of changes do modifications typically involve in the context of exams?
Reducing the number of questions or simplifying the content
Which student might require modifications in their learning materials?
A student struggling with decoding texts due to dyslexia
'Handwriting Without Tears' is mentioned in the text as a tool for what purpose?
To improve students' penmanship skills without causing frustration
What is the defining characteristic of students with learning disabilities?
Specific and significant achievement deficits in the presence of adequate overall intelligence
What is the most common characteristic among students with learning disabilities?
Difficulty with reading
Why is it dangerous to list the characteristics of children with learning disabilities?
Because it leads to assuming all children exhibit all listed characteristics
What is the impact of the difference between expected performance and actual performance for students with learning disabilities?
It grows larger and larger over time
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic experienced by students with learning disabilities?
High achievement in math
What is the danger associated with assuming that all children in the learning disability category exhibit all listed characteristics?
It can lead to overlooking individual differences among children
Which characteristic is mentioned as affecting 1 in 5 students?
Dyslexia (difficulty with reading)
What are some specific characteristics that students with learning disabilities may experience?
A. Deficits in written language B. Poor social skills C. Attention deficits and hyperactivity D. Behavioral problems
What are the four suspected causal factors of learning disabilities mentioned in the text?
Brain damage, heredity, biochemical imbalance, environmental causes
What technology has allowed researchers to discover different brain activation patterns in individuals with reading and language disabilities?
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Why is it cautioned that special educators should not place too much emphasis on theories linking learning disabilities to brain damage or dysfunction?
All of the above
How do some children with reading disabilities differ in terms of brain structure from children without disabilities?
Their brain structure is slightly different
What are some common types of learning disabilities mentioned in the text?
Dyslexia, language disabilities, math disabilities
What have recent advances in MRI technology allowed researchers to discover about the brains of some individuals with reading and language disabilities?
Different activation patterns during phonological processing tasks
Why should special educators be cautious about attributing learning problems solely to brain dysfunction?
'Built-in excuse' for ineffective instruction
What is one reason provided in the text for caution against placing too much emphasis on theories linking learning disabilities to brain damage or dysfunction?
Not all children with learning disabilities display clinical (medical) evidence of brain damage.
Explore the various suspected causal factors behind specific learning disabilities, including brain damage, heredity, biochemical imbalance, and environmental considerations. Understand how differences in brain structure may contribute to learning disabilities such as dyslexia, language disabilities, and math disabilities.
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