Questions and Answers
What is the effect of between-class ability grouping on low-ability students?
What must be completed before placing a student in a special education program?
Complete evaluation: tests, non-test information, team input
What is the purpose of the least restrictive environment provision of IDEA?
Ensure students with disabilities learn with non-disabled kids
What is the basic purpose of the procedural safeguards written into IDEA?
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What alternative testing method should be considered for a student who does well on projects but not on written tests?
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The research findings on ability grouping support between-class grouping.
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Which of the following elements would not be included in an IEP?
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What is a disadvantage of between-class ability grouping?
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What is it called when completing homework assignments to avoid an undesirable required assignment?
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Which scenario best illustrates Type I (presentation) punishment?
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What teaching technique is illustrated when a student who tells long stories is ignored?
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What approach to instruction is best captured by B.F. Skinner's philosophy?
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What does the sensory register do?
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What is it called when repeating the punch line of a joke while searching for something to write it down?
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What kind of reinforcement is demonstrated when a child sits quietly in response to a teacher’s praise?
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What is it called when a student runs into class late to disturb it for fun?
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What is the teaching technique called when a teacher promotes participation by smiling and praising contributions?
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What does long-term memory refer to?
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What is it called when a student relates a lecture statement to a personal experience of looking at crystals in a microscope?
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What is the effect of bringing a juggling clown to teach physics concepts?
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Which of the following does not characterize someone from a different culture?
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What might help a student who has difficulty working alone on assignments?
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How can you develop a positive attitude towards school in an inner-city elementary school with minority students?
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What is one main reason for the widening gap in school success for students from poverty?
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What should you do to increase achievement levels for low SES racial/ethnic students?
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Study Notes
Ability Grouping and Special Education
- Between-class ability grouping negatively impacts low-ability students and shows no benefits for others.
- A comprehensive evaluation, including tests and team input, is required before placing a student in a special education program.
IDEA Provisions
- The least restrictive environment provision of IDEA ensures students with disabilities can learn alongside their non-disabled peers.
- Procedural safeguards in IDEA are designed to protect the rights of children with disabilities.
Testing and Assessment
- For students, like Edgar with learning disabilities, providing alternative forms of assessment can be beneficial instead of traditional paper-and-pencil tests.
- Research indicates a lack of empirical support for the effectiveness of between-class ability grouping.
Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
- IEPs should not contain subjective evaluation criteria based on teachers' personal opinions.
Learning Expectations and Reinforcement
- Between-class grouping can create varied learning expectations for different groups, leading to educational disparities.
- Avoiding an undesirable assignment by completing homework is an example of negative reinforcement.
Punishment and Instruction Techniques
- Type I punishment is illustrated when a child is scolded for inappropriate behavior, such as playing with makeup.
- Ignoring a student who tells lengthy stories during class relates to the technique of extinction.
- B.F. Skinner's instructional approach emphasizes setting clear goals, logical sequencing, and self-paced learning.
Memory and Learning Strategies
- The sensory register briefly processes stimuli to determine if they will be further analyzed.
- Maintenance rehearsal involves repeatedly focusing on information to keep it accessible.
- Positive reinforcement is displayed when a child reacts appropriately to teacher praise.
Behavioral Management
- Using time-out as a strategy, such as having a disruptive student sit outside the classroom, helps manage behavior.
- Shaping is encouraged when a teacher promotes participation through smiles and praise.
Long-term Memory and Retrieval
- Long-term memory (LTM) holds information indefinitely for potential retrieval.
- Elaborative rehearsal occurs when a student connects new information, like lecture content, to previous experiences.
Engaging Teaching Techniques
- Utilizing unusual events, such as a juggling clown, can capture students' attention and enhance learning retention.
Cultural Sensitivity and Support
- Not all children from different cultures share the same nutritional needs for development.
- Cooperative learning can assist students who struggle with solo assignments, promoting collaboration with peers.
Attitude and Environment in Education
- Building a positive attitude toward school in minority students involves demonstrating genuine care for their challenges.
- A widening success gap for students from poverty may stem from a lack of formal language exposure at home.
Strategies for Increasing Achievement
- To support low SES racial/ethnic students, create a nurturing environment, maintain high yet realistic expectations, and implement scaffolded instruction.
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Test your knowledge on key terms related to special education and the impacts of ability grouping. This quiz covers essential concepts including evaluation processes and legal provisions under IDEA. Perfect for educators and students in the education field.