Promoting Self-Assessment in Education

Questions and Answers

How can the teacher best use this process as an opportunity to promote Alyssa's self-assessment skills?

Ask Alyssa to explain why particular pieces deserve to be included in the portfolio.

Which of the following accommodations for Melissa suggests how she can compensate for her perceptual deficit?

Allowing extra time for reading.

Using a reading guide.

Recommending Melissa use an overlay device that enables her to focus on targeted sections of the text. (correct)

Recommending a colored overlay device.

Which of the following would be the teacher's best approach for introducing a concept that applies across subject areas?

Use multimedia resources.

Define the concept formally.

Teach the concept using textbooks.

Explain the concept using familiar examples from the students' own experiences. (correct)

Which of the following strategies would be most effective for a teacher working with a student having difficulty retaining new vocabulary words?

Showing the student how to use a graphic organizer to link each new vocabulary word with known words. Signup and view all the answers

What feedback would be most appropriate for a student who has successfully used a strategy for reducing negative language towards others?

I noticed that you remembered to take a deep breath and speak calmly to your friends when you didn't want to play anymore. Signup and view all the answers

What additional step is important for a special educator to take in helping a student with cerebral palsy communicate effectively throughout the school year?

Ensure that pictures in the student's communication board are updated as necessary to represent changing wants and needs. Signup and view all the answers

What would be the most beneficial follow-up for a teacher after a student has encountered a situation requiring a learned anger management strategy?

Having the student evaluate how successful he was in using the strategy. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following teacher strategies would best promote a kindergarten student's ability to communicate effectively with peers?

Teaching the whole class basic signs by consistently integrating signs into lessons and activities. Signup and view all the answers

What strategy should a teacher use first to address a student having difficulty transitioning from one activity to the next?

Giving the student frequent visual and verbal cues about the time allotted for each activity. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective way for a teacher to promote high school students' successful transition from school to employment?

Providing students opportunities to receive training at a desired job location while still in school. Signup and view all the answers

What would be the most effective first step for a special education teacher teaching a middle school student how to make a sandwich?

Break down the task of making a sandwich into a series of smaller tasks. Signup and view all the answers

Which strategy is likely to promote a successful transition from middle school to high school for students with special needs?

Providing opportunities for the student to visit the high school and meet with staff who will be directly working with him. Signup and view all the answers

Which strategy is likely to be the most effective for increasing high school students' participation in civic activities?

Arranging for students to attend meetings and events of civic organizations that are of interest to them. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important thing to find out when planning lessons on nutrition for students with intellectual disabilities?

Have dietary restrictions due to cultural or religious beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of providing students with fake money and a grocery list in a classroom activity?

Students will begin to learn basic money management skills necessary for becoming independent adults. Signup and view all the answers

Which resource would play a significant role in facilitating the transition from school to adult life for a student with multiple disabilities?

The state department of vocational rehabilitation and local service agencies that provide training or direct services and support with various living arrangements. Signup and view all the answers

What should be the first strategy to assist a student with a moderate intellectual disability in determining suitable employment?

Administering a vocational assessment to better identify the student's strengths and needs in relation to various jobs. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important action for a teacher to take when a student with epilepsy experiences physical symptoms before a seizure?

Work with the student to create strategies to protect herself when she recognizes physical symptoms. Signup and view all the answers

Which strategy is likely to be the most effective in helping a student with a learning disability make a successful transition to college?

Discussing with the student how to self-identify at the college's office of disability services. Signup and view all the answers

According to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act, what right do parents have?

Participate in the development of a child's IEP. Signup and view all the answers

What is the school district's legal obligation if they cannot provide all services outlined in a student's IEP?

Meeting all of the requirements of the IEP regardless of the cost. Signup and view all the answers

What step should a teacher take before granting access to a student’s school records to a community-based psychologist?

Obtain written permission from the student's parents. Signup and view all the answers

Which federal law requires that an accommodation plan be developed for a student who does not qualify for special education services?

Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act. Signup and view all the answers

Which student would likely be placed in a more restrictive environment?

11-year-old Abby diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder and exhibits frequent tantrums at school. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor has contributed most to the overrepresentation of students from diverse backgrounds in disability programs?

The potential for bias in the assessment process. Signup and view all the answers

What must be considered during a manifestation determination hearing for a student with a disability?

Whether the student's disability played a role in the incident. Signup and view all the answers

Which action by a special education teacher would violate a student's confidentiality rights?

Leaving a copy of a student's IEP in plain view on her desk during class. Signup and view all the answers

What is the greatest effect of word prediction and voice-activated software on students with physical or sensory disabilities?

Helping students become more independent as learners. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective way for a special education teacher to collaborate with a fifth-grade teacher to promote students' achievement?

Working with the general education teacher to incorporate life skills into the student's daily routine. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of involving high school students with disabilities in planning their academic programs?

Students will be able to practice self-determination by advocating for their learning needs and goals. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following fine motor skills do children typically develop last?

Cutting shapes with scissors Signup and view all the answers

Which organization would be the most appropriate resource for a special education teacher seeking information about universal precautions?

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Signup and view all the answers

What strategy would provide a special education teacher with the most objective method for analyzing instructional effectiveness?

Videotaping a lesson and critiquing it using a checklist. Signup and view all the answers

Compared with children without hearing loss, children born with hearing loss are more likely to experience significant delays in which of the following developmental domains?

Language Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following disabilities is degenerative and often leads to death in adolescents or early adulthood?

Muscular dystrophy Signup and view all the answers

What strategy would likely be the most effective for Mr. Mossis to evaluate his long-term professional growth as a special education teacher?

Maintaining a teaching portfolio (e.g., samples of student work, administrative observations, lesson plans, self-reflection journals). Signup and view all the answers

Compared to their peers, research indicates that adolescent students with learning disabilities are generally at greater risk for which of the following?

Social isolation Signup and view all the answers

What suggestion would be the most effective for creating a co-teaching model between a special education teacher and a speech therapist?

Let's develop lessons that address the speech language goals and the curriculum for each student. Signup and view all the answers

What activity would be most effective in helping special education teachers identify their own cultural biases?

Tracing their own background, values, and traditions. Signup and view all the answers

Students with mild intellectual disabilities tend to exhibit which of the following cognitive characteristics?

Difficulty applying newly learned skills to a different context Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following social-emotional abilities typically appears for the first time during adolescence?

Understanding that the perspective of others may be influenced by their background or circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective way for a middle school special education teacher to collaborate with a paraprofessional?

Review together each student's IEP and discuss the paraprofessional's role in the implementation of each IEP. Signup and view all the answers

Jordi is a toddler who has stopped using words he used to identify objects and people and no longer makes eye contact. These changes in behavior are most similar to behaviors exhibited by children who have?

Autism spectrum disorder Signup and view all the answers

What should a special educator do when a student's performance declines in a general education classroom despite receiving good grades?

Meet with the general education teacher to show samples of the student's prior work that reflect their capabilities. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following students is demonstrating characteristics most often associated with pragmatic language disorder?

A fourth-grade student who has difficulty understanding conversational turn-taking. Signup and view all the answers

What should a special educator explain to a math teacher during collaboration?

Explain which parts of the unit activities will pose the most difficulty for each student. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following symptoms is most characteristic of a typical absence seizure?

Staring blankly for a brief time. Signup and view all the answers

A student has a disability that impairs both understanding of spatial relationships and perceptual motor skills. Which of the following math tasks would likely pose the greatest difficulty?

Constructing congruent geometric shapes on graph paper. Signup and view all the answers

A middle school student with learning disabilities in reading and writing has begun taking a prescribed stimulant medication. What behavioral change should the student's special education teacher expect to observe?

Increased ability to focus on academic tasks. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective way for a student's family to support her emotional and social development if she frequently becomes physically aggressive when frustrated?

Implement a behavior management strategy at home that complements her school behavioral plan. Signup and view all the answers

What step should a special education teacher take first to support a student with moderate intellectual disability in becoming more involved with social and leisure activities?

Giving the student a choice of two appropriate afterschool activities that support her interests. Signup and view all the answers

A student with short-term memory deficits would likely have the most difficulty in which of the following tasks?

Following multistep oral directions. Signup and view all the answers

To support a student with traumatic brain injury and orthopedic impairment, a special education teacher should encourage the family to do what?

Communicate openly among themselves about the student's strengths and needs. Signup and view all the answers

A sixth-grade student with a learning disability in reading is likely to experience the most difficulty with which activity?

Summarizing a passage from a chapter book. Signup and view all the answers

What side effect is a student likely to display after being prescribed an anticonvulsant medication for a seizure disorder?

Drowsiness. Signup and view all the answers

A student has spina bifida and wears ankle-foot orthosis every day to maintain stability. What complication is most likely to occur as a result?

Pressure sores. Signup and view all the answers

What best describes the role of a community-based activity in student development?

Facilitating learning through an authentic experience. Signup and view all the answers

What are common indicators of hyperglycemia for a kindergarten student with type 1 diabetes?

Increased thirst and frequent urination Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate assessment for recommending instructional strategies for a fifth grade student with learning disability in mathematics?

Curriculum-based assessment. Signup and view all the answers

How should a special education teacher minimize bias when evaluating an English language learner suspected of having a learning disability?

Administer formal and informal tests in the student's primary language. Signup and view all the answers

What information does an adaptive behavior assessment provide for a student with fragile X syndrome?

The student's self-help and social skills. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective strategy to identify where a student needs help in learning to solve mathematical word problems?

Conduct a mathematics formative assessment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in conducting a functional behavioral assessment for a student who becomes disruptive?

Identify the behavior and define it in observable terms. Signup and view all the answers

What does a portfolio assessment primarily provide to an IEP team?

Documentation of a student's strengths and evidence of progress that has occurred over time. Signup and view all the answers

What is an effective strategy for a teacher administering a standardized achievement test to a student with learning disabilities?

Repeating oral directions as needed and providing frequent breaks during testing sessions. Signup and view all the answers

What describes a limitation of using a standardized test with a student who has a learning disability?

Difficulty using the test results to develop effective instructional strategies Signup and view all the answers

Why might a teacher discontinue a subtest after a student makes four consecutive errors during an individual achievement test?

A ceiling level has been reached. Signup and view all the answers

What testing accommodation is most appropriate for a special education teacher assessing a student with spastic cerebral palsy and intellectual disability?

Incorporating the student's current assistive technologies for oral and written communication. Signup and view all the answers

What test administration procedure does engaging a kindergarten student in conversation while exploring objects illustrate?

Establishing rapport. Signup and view all the answers

What must a student's IEP include for a student with developmental delays and significant visual impairment entering kindergarten?

Assistive technology as identified in order to participate in the general education curriculum. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a special education teacher in developing a behavioral intervention plan for a student with learning disability?

Create specific, measurable goals and objectives for the student. Signup and view all the answers

What placement should be considered first for a student with muscular dystrophy and specific learning disabilities receiving special education services?

A general education classroom with push-in services Signup and view all the answers

What must be specified in the IEP for a student who is 16 years old?

Transition services. Signup and view all the answers

For a fourth-grade student with disabilities to receive testing accommodations during statewide achievement testing, what must be true?

The student's IEP must document the student's need for consistent accommodations. Signup and view all the answers

What must occur after a comprehensive individual evaluation for a student to receive special education services?

The evaluation team must meet to determine whether the student has a disability that adversely affects the student's learning. Signup and view all the answers

What guideline is most important for a teacher to follow in establishing a token economy system?

Provide tokens immediately after students demonstrate a targeted behavior. Signup and view all the answers

What approach is most effective for a new special education teacher creating class rules?

Working with students to create a list of 5 to 7 positively stated classroom rules and using modeling to teach students the behaviors aligned with these rules. Signup and view all the answers

What should the first step be for a special education teacher consulting with general education teachers about a student with learning disabilities and moderate bilateral hearing loss?

Ensure that general education teachers understand the student's communication needs and accommodations for meeting those needs. Signup and view all the answers

What effective approach can facilitate the integration of a second-grade student with moderate intellectual disability into general education classrooms?

Working with a general education teacher to modify activities so that the student can participate to the best of his ability. Signup and view all the answers

If a special education teacher notices an increase in verbal arguments between two middle school students, what should the teacher do first to prevent escalation?

Meet with the students to discuss why they have been arguing and discuss possible solutions. Signup and view all the answers

What is most important for a special education teacher preparing for a school year with students who have emotional impairments and a history of physical aggression?

Collaborate with other team members to establish a crisis intervention plan. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate initial response from a special education teacher responding to a request for helping a student with emotional impairment transition between tasks?

Identify in measurable terms the specific behaviors expected of the student. Signup and view all the answers

What strategy would likely be the most effective for a special education teacher to use in creating a stimulating learning environment for a student lacking motivation?

Planning activities in which the student can experience success. Signup and view all the answers

A special education teacher is most likely to have a positive effect on the education of students with disabilities by recognizing that students have?

Unique strengths and needs that form the basis for individualized instruction. Signup and view all the answers

When selecting software to supplement math instruction for students with learning disabilities, what should a special education teacher prioritize?

Software that allows the modification of features such as instructional level and presentation speed. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following behaviors best indicates that a student has begun to gain understanding of letters and relationships?

A student writes 'KR' and tells his teacher that it says 'car'. Signup and view all the answers

A student with a mild intellectual disability can recite the alphabet but does not understand the alphabetic principle. What activity would best promote further development in this area?

Helping the student use pictures of favorite people or objects to create an alphabet book. Signup and view all the answers

Teaching students with learning disabilities how to use concept mapping in content area assignments would likely be successful because it develops which academic skill?

Visualizing the structure of knowledge. Signup and view all the answers

A student with a reading disability has trouble retaining information from content area texts. What is the best way to help this student?

Teaching them to use comprehension strategies such as activating prior knowledge, self-questioning, and concept mapping. Signup and view all the answers

A special education teacher in a middle school resource room works with a student who has a mild to moderate intellectual disability. What is the most important step to include when creating a plan to support functional academic skills?

Create a matrix that shows how the targeted skills can be integrated into the student's various classes and activities. Signup and view all the answers

A special education teacher works with a student who is creating a showcase portfolio of her writing. What is the benefit of collaborating with the teacher?

Alyssa will choose her best pieces of work in collaboration with the teacher. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Fine Motor Skills

Cutting shapes with scissors is typically the last fine motor skill developed by children.

Developmental Delays

Children born with hearing loss are more likely to experience significant delays in the language developmental domain compared to their peers without hearing loss.

Disabilities

Muscular dystrophy is a degenerative disability that often leads to death in adolescents or early adulthood.

Adolescent students with learning disabilities tend to be at greater risk for social isolation compared to their peers.

Intellectual Disabilities

Students with mild intellectual disabilities struggle with applying newly learned skills in different contexts.

The understanding of how others' perspectives can be influenced by their backgrounds typically emerges during adolescence.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Changes in behavior, such as the loss of previously used words and lack of eye contact, are indicative of potential autism spectrum disorder.

Pragmatic Language Disorder

A fourth-grade student struggling with understanding conversational turn-taking exhibits traits associated with a pragmatic language disorder.

Absence Seizures

Characteristic symptoms of absence seizures include moments of staring blankly for brief periods.

Spatial Relationships in Math

A student with difficulties in spatial relationships and perceptual motor skills would struggle the most with constructing congruent geometric shapes on graph paper.

Medication Effects

A student with learning disabilities and ADHD may exhibit increased focus on academic tasks after starting stimulant medication.

Behavior Management

Implementing behavior management strategies at home that align with school plans can support a student with emotional and social impairments.

Offering Kendall choices of after-school activities can enhance her social and leisure engagement.

Memory Deficits

A student with short-term memory deficits struggles most with following multistep oral directions.

Family Communication

Families of students with traumatic brain injuries or orthopedic impairments are encouraged to communicate openly about their child's strengths and needs.

Reading Difficulties

Students with reading disabilities often face challenges in summarizing passages from chapter books.

Side Effects of Medication

Drowsiness is a common side effect of anticonvulsant medication for seizure disorders.

Complications from AFOs

Wearing ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) can lead to pressure sores for students with spina bifida.

Community-based Learning

Utilizing community-based activities facilitates authentic learning experiences for students with specific learning disabilities in math.

Hyperglycemia in Diabetes

Common indicators of hyperglycemia include increased thirst and frequent urination.

Curriculum-based Assessments

Curriculum-based assessments are effective for recommending instructional strategies for students with learning disabilities in mathematics.

Minimized Bias in Evaluations

To minimize bias when evaluating an English language learner, it is essential to use assessments in the student's primary language.

Adaptive Behavior Assessment

An adaptive behavior assessment for a kindergarten student with fragile X syndrome provides insights into their self-help and social skills.

Formative Assessments

Conducting mathematics formative assessments helps identify areas where a student struggles with solving word problems.

Functional Behavioral Assessment

The first step in a functional behavioral assessment (FBA) is to identify and define the behavior in observable terms.

Portfolio Assessments

Portfolio assessments offer a record of a student's strengths and evidence of progress over time.

Standardized Testing Strategies

Effective strategies during standardized achievement testing include repeating oral directions and providing breaks.

Limitations of Standardized Testing

Standardized tests may not provide useful insights for developing effective instructional strategies for students with learning disabilities.

Ceiling Levels in Testing

Discontinuing a subtest after four consecutive errors indicates that a ceiling level has been reached.

Testing Accommodations

Accommodations for a student with cerebral palsy may involve incorporating assistive technologies for communication.

Building Rapport

Establishing rapport with students at the beginning of the assessment process is crucial for effective test administration.

Inclusion of Assistive Technology

IEPs for students with developmental delays and significant visual impairments must include provisions for assistive technology.

Behavioral Intervention Plans

The primary role of special education teachers in developing behavioral intervention plans is to establish specific, measurable goals for students.

Least Restrictive Environment

A general education classroom with push-in services should be the first consideration for students with multiple disabilities.

Transition Services in IEPs

IEPs for students aged 16 or older must specify transition services to aid their development.

Documentation for Testing Accommodations

To receive testing accommodations, a student's IEP must document the need for those accommodations.

Special Education Eligibility

After a comprehensive evaluation, the team must meet to confirm if the student has a disability affecting their learning.

Token Economy Systems

In a token economy system, it's important to provide tokens immediately after a student demonstrates targeted behavior for effectiveness.

Classroom Rule Creation

Collaborating with students to create positively stated classroom rules enhances ownership and understanding of expected behaviors.

Communication Needs in General Ed

The first step for special education teachers is ensuring general education teachers understand a student's communication needs and necessary accommodations.

Integration Support

A special education teacher should work with general education teachers to modify activities to help students with moderate intellectual disabilities integrate better.

Addressing Student Conflicts

To prevent escalating conflicts, a teacher should hold discussions with students about their arguments and possible resolutions.

Crisis Intervention Planning

Collaborating with team members to establish a crisis intervention plan is essential when working with students with emotional impairments.

Transition Strategies

Identifying the specific behaviors expected of students can effectively assist them in transitioning between tasks.

Motivation and Learning

Creating stimulating learning environments by planning successful activities can help re-engage students who have lost motivation.

Unique Strengths and Needs

Recognizing the unique strengths and needs of students is vital for creating effective individualized instruction.

Math Software Selection

Software for learning disabilities in mathematics should allow modifications to instructional levels and presentation speeds.

Understanding Letters and Relationships

A student showing understanding of letter relationships might write abbreviated forms of words and explain their meanings, indicating progress.

Activities for Alphabet Understanding

Creating an alphabet book using pictures of favorite people or objects can support a student with a mild intellectual disability in understanding the alphabetic principle.

Concept Mapping

Teaching concept mapping enhances visualization of knowledge structures for students with learning disabilities in content area assignments.

Comprehension Strategies

Helping students with reading disabilities involves teaching strategies like activating prior knowledge and using concept mapping for better retention.

Functional Academic Skills

Developing a matrix to integrate targeted functional academic skills across various classes and activities supports generalization of skills for students.

Portfolio Creation

Allowing students to select and explain their best work for a portfolio promotes self-assessment and engagement in their achievements.

Accommodations for Reading Deficits

Recommendations for students with perceptual deficits in reading may include using overlay devices to help track text effectively.

Teaching Concepts Across Subjects

Using familiar examples from students' experiences to introduce concepts can improve understanding across subject areas.

Vocabulary Retention

Utilizing graphic organizers that connect new vocabulary with known words effectively aids retention in students struggling with vocabulary comprehension.### Communication Strategies and Assistance
Using a communication board with pictures helps students with cerebral palsy express their wants and needs; keeping the board updated is essential for effective communication.
For young students with disabilities, teaching basic sign language to the whole class promotes better interaction and understanding between peers.

Strategies for Behavior Management and Emotional Support

Follow up on anger management strategies by having students evaluate their success in using techniques like counting to ten.
Providing visual and verbal cues can greatly aid students struggling with transitions between activities, helping them understand time management.

Transition to Employment and Adult Life

Providing job training opportunities at desired locations while students are still in school increases their chances of successful post-graduation employment.
Engaging students in civic activities through attendance at relevant meetings fosters greater participation and community involvement.

IEP Regulations and Rights

Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act, parents have the right to participate in developing their child's Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Schools must meet all IEP requirements legally, regardless of budget constraints, ensuring students receive necessary services.

Confidentiality and Legal Obligations

Written permission from parents is required before granting access to a student's records to maintain confidentiality under educational privacy laws.

Accommodations and Support for Diverse Needs

Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act mandates accommodation plans for students needing physical assistance, even if they do not qualify for special education services.
Understanding cultural or religious dietary restrictions is critical when planning nutrition-related lessons for students with multiple disabilities.

Instructional Strategies for Diverse Learners

Breaking tasks down into manageable steps helps students with disabilities learn practical skills, such as making a sandwich or managing money.
Collaborating with general education teachers to incorporate life skills within daily routines enhances the learning experience for students with disabilities.

Self-Determination and Advocacy

Involving high school students with disabilities in academic planning fosters self-determination as they advocate for their learning needs and goals.

Ongoing Professional Development

Maintaining a teaching portfolio enables educators to track long-term professional growth through reflections on lectures, administrative observations, and student work samples.

Collaborative Teaching Models

Effective collaboration with paraprofessionals involves reviewing each student's IEP to ensure roles and responsibilities in the learning process are clear.

Identifying and Addressing Learning Challenges

Monitoring students transitioning to general education settings is key; discussing discrepancies in performance with general education teachers can provide insights into necessary adjustments to support student learning.

Continuous Improvement of Instructional Strategies

Videotaping lessons and reviewing them with a checklist offers a structured way for teachers to assess and improve their instructional effectiveness.

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Description

This quiz explores strategies for teachers to enhance students' self-assessment skills, particularly focusing on Alyssa's portfolio. It delves into techniques for encouraging student reflection and ownership of their learning process.