Evaluating Learning Disabilities and Emotional Disturbance

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What is necessary for effectively evaluating students suspected of having learning disabilities?

Engaging with the student’s peers for feedback.

Documenting the student's academic performance and behavior in their learning environment. (correct)

Focusing solely on the student's health history.

Utilizing only psychological assessments.

What could indicate that a student is emotionally disturbed?

Following instructions without any issues.

Exhibiting behavior that falls outside the normal range despite interventions. (correct)

Consistent good performance in academics.

Strong relationships with peers.

Which team is commonly involved in evaluating a student for potential emotional disturbance?

A Multidisciplinary team. (correct)

A family therapist.

A single school teacher.

Only the school principal.

What kind of information might parents or guardians provide during the evaluation of a student suspected of emotional disturbance?

Relational issues with peers and physical symptoms. Signup and view all the answers

What trait indicates that the essay is clearly focused on one main topic?

There is one clear, well-focused topic. Signup and view all the answers

A common tool used by parents to provide behavioral data during evaluations is?

Achenbach’s Child Behavior Checklist. Signup and view all the answers

Which score indicates that the introduction is effective in stating the main topic?

4 Signup and view all the answers

What does a score of 2 in the 'Voice' trait indicate about the author’s purpose?

The author's purpose of writing is somewhat unclear. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the rubric, which of the following indicates a strong word choice?

The author uses vivid words and phrases. Signup and view all the answers

What does a score of 3 in 'Focus' and 'Organization' suggest about the essay?

The main ideas are somewhat clear but lack support. Signup and view all the answers

Which description fits best with a score of 1 for the 'Organization' trait?

There is no clear introduction, structure, or conclusion. Signup and view all the answers

How is evidence of audience awareness reflected in a score of 3 for 'Voice'?

There is some evidence of attention to the audience. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development?

The influence of social and cultural factors on personality Signup and view all the answers

In which stage of Piaget's developmental stages do children begin to think logically about concrete events?

Concrete operational Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes a positive disposition in Erikson's psychosocial development theory?

Syntonic Signup and view all the answers

What does Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory emphasize?

The varying influence of multiple environmental contexts Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the negative disposition in Erikson's theory?

Dystonic Signup and view all the answers

Which of Piaget's stages is characterized by the ability to think abstractly?

Formal operational Signup and view all the answers

What outcome occurs during a psychosocial crisis according to Erikson?

It may result in a positive or negative outcome for personality development Signup and view all the answers

Which theory examines the relationship between an infant, their family, and society?

Ecological Systems Theory Signup and view all the answers

What is the process called when there is an excess of a positive disposition according to Erikson?

Maladaptation Signup and view all the answers

During which of Piaget's stages do children learn through sensory experiences and motor actions?

Sensorimotor Signup and view all the answers

What influences teenagers' decision-making during adolescence?

Emotions Signup and view all the answers

When does the prefrontal cortex typically complete its development?

At age 17 or 18 Signup and view all the answers

Why do some teenagers lack common sense?

Their frontal lobe is not fully connected. Signup and view all the answers

What factor can negatively impact a teenager's ability to evaluate the effects of their actions?

Influence from their peers Signup and view all the answers

What can help improve a teenager's performance on tests?

Studying right before sleeping Signup and view all the answers

What is the average capacity of a middle school brain for processing information?

5 to 7 bits Signup and view all the answers

What is true about the teenage brain's emotional system?

It is more active than any other stage of life. Signup and view all the answers

How long can it take for intense emotions in a teenager to subside after feeling threatened?

Up to 90 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What misconception do students often have about intelligence?

Intelligence is innate and fixed. Signup and view all the answers

What are the components of the systems mentioned in the content?

Micro system, mesosystem, exosystem, macro system, chronosystem Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following outcomes is NOT typically associated with the systems theory in human development?

Ignoring external influences on development Signup and view all the answers

Which system represents the broader societal influences on an individual?

Macrosystem Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the lesson mentioned about learners with special needs?

Identifying the characteristics of exceptionalities Signup and view all the answers

In the reflective journal activity, how long should the journal be?

300 words Signup and view all the answers

What type of media should the students paste for the activity?

A movie article Signup and view all the answers

Which system focuses on the immediate environment and relationships affecting a child?

Microsystem Signup and view all the answers

The chronosystem in human development focuses primarily on which aspect?

Historical contexts and transitions Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a typical goal of studying norms of development in the context of special needs?

Encouraging stereotypes about special needs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary task for students in lesson 3 regarding learners with special needs?

Role-playing typical development situations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Information

Course Title: Foundations of Special Needs and Inclusive Education
Course Code: EDUC 112
University: University of Southeastern Philippines
College: College of Teacher Education and Technology
Location: Apokon, Tagum City

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Welcome Message

The module is for EDUC 112 (Foundations of Special Needs and Inclusive Education).
Aims to help students understand learners in inclusive education and the principles governing their learning.
Equips students with necessary skills to become teachers of these learners.

Faculty Information

Ms. Shiela C. Llorando
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- Contact Number (Office): 084-218-0998 (local: 507), 09178538593 (globe)
Mrs. Grace O. Elipian
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- Contact Number (Office): 082-227-8192 (local: 507)
Consultation schedules are available upon request.

A detailed table of contents is provided for each module and lesson within the course.

USeP Vision, Mission, and Goals

Details about USeP's vision, mission, and goals are presented.

Institutional Graduate Attributes

Describes leadership skills, critical and analytical thinking skills, service oriented, lifelong learning, and professional competence—core values of the university.

Course Overview

Details of the course description.
Course outcomes are presented.

Course Assessment

Rubrics for essay and reflective journal, which details grading criteria and expectations. These include requirements for focus, details, organization, and voice for the essays and reflective journals.

Course Map

Module 1 Overview, Lesson 1: Typical Development (including introduction and activity) and abstraction exercises.
Followed by modules 2 to 4 with detailed breakdowns of topics and lessons.

Module 1 Overview

The topics covered in this module are Typical Development (Principles of Growth and Development, General Theories of Development, Exceptionality and Atypical Development, Characteristics of Learners with Special Educational Needs, Indigenous People's Education, and Madrasah Education for Muslim Learners).
The expected outcomes for this module are to describe norms of development and role-play situations that reflect the principles of typical development in young children.

Lesson 1, and Other Lessons

Each lesson has specific objectives, time frame, introduction, activity, analysis and abstraction. Relevant facts and figures are included where appropriate.
Subsequent lessons are detailed about different theoretical aspects, terminology, and facts about special needs.

Additional Notes

The document includes multiple supplementary pages, containing details and facts about the topic, such as;
Environmental Hazards,
Hazards to prenatal development,
Facts about Human Development,
Additional Information,
Institutional Graduate Attributes.
FAQs/ Questions which have answers
Key Terms
Characteristics of learners
Laws related to learners with special needs and inclusive education
A curriculum that covers various important issues, aspects and approaches to educating learners with special needs.

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Description

This quiz covers critical aspects of evaluating students suspected of having learning disabilities and emotional disturbances. It addresses the roles of parents, evaluative teams, assessment tools, and key traits observed during evaluations. Test your knowledge on the evaluation process and the indicators of emotional disturbances in students.