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Who are the various types of learners in today's classrooms?
Students with disabilities, students who are gifted and talented, students who are culturally & linguistically diverse, students at risk.
What is FAPE?
Free, appropriate public education - a student right.
What is LRE?
Least restrictive environment.
What is Inclusion?
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What does UDL stand for?
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What is the vision of UDL?
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What are educational standards?
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What are some differences between IDEA and Section 504?
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What are the three strategic networks of Learning within the UDL framework?
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This learning network defined within the UDL framework is the 'What' of learning?
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This learning network defined within the UDL framework is the 'How' of learning?
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This learning network defined within the UDL framework is the 'Why' of learning?
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What is differentiated instruction?
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What are evidenced-based practices?
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What is response to intervention (RTI)?
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What percentage of special education students are placed in a general ed classroom?
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What did Brown vs Board of Education (1954) achieve for students with disabilities?
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What is Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973?
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What is the Americans With Disabilities Act?
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What does inclusive learning look like?
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What unique perception does Helen Turnbull have on inclusion?
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As diverse learners increase in schools, what else should increase?
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What was once perceived as a privilege for students with disabilities?
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What did the court rule in Shaffer vs Weast (2005)?
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Who is the largest group of diverse learners?
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Students who are gifted and talented fall under which category?
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What is the definition of at-risk students?
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What is the continuum/cascade of service delivery?
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What does referring to individuals with special needs from a people-first perspective reflect?
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What did Hobson vs Hansen (1967) find about standardized tests?
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What did the Education for All Handicapped Children Act/IDEA mandate?
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What does the Title I/Handicapped Infants and Toddlers Program require?
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What does the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act, 2004 require?
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Study Notes
Learner Diversity in Classrooms
- Classrooms today include a variety of learners: students with disabilities, gifted and talented students, culturally and linguistically diverse students, and at-risk students.
- Importance of understanding diverse needs to promote effective teaching strategies.
Legal Foundations of Education
- FAPE: Stands for Free, Appropriate Public Education, ensuring every student has the right to public education.
- LRE: Least Restrictive Environment mandates education for individuals should be as close to a general education setting as possible.
- IDEA vs. Section 504: IDEA is an educational law for students ages 3-22 with 13 categories of disability; Section 504 is broader, covering individuals of all ages without specific categories.
Inclusion and Instructional Frameworks
- Inclusion: Educating students with disabilities alongside peers in general classrooms, providing necessary supports.
- UDL (Universal Design for Learning): An instructional approach designed to meet diverse student needs through built-in adaptations, making education accessible to all.
- UDL vision is to diversify instruction, making general education curriculum accessible to each student.
Instructional Strategies
- Differentiated Instruction: Allows flexibility for teachers to accommodate varying learning styles and needs, providing appropriate challenges and support.
- Evidence-Based Practices: A focus on scientifically validated teaching strategies proven effective through research.
- Response to Intervention (RTI): A practice to assess student response to targeted interventions to identify learning disabilities.
Statistical Insights
- Approximately 61% of students receiving special education are placed in general education classrooms.
Historical Context
- Brown v. Board of Education (1954): Established the foundation for educational rights for children with disabilities, leading to the IDEA.
- Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (1973): Protects rights of individuals with disabilities in federally funded programs.
- Americans With Disabilities Act (1990): Comprehensive civil rights law prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities.
Community and Learning
- Inclusive learning fosters a school community where students play diverse roles and learn to collaborate, manage conflict, and acquire citizenship skills.
- Emphasizes that inclusion requires ongoing effort and sensitivity to unconscious biases affecting decision-making.
Increasing Diversity and Needs
- As diversity among learners increases, there is a heightened necessity for implementation of inclusionary practices and instructional strategies to cater to complex learning needs.
- The perception of education as a fundamental right for students with disabilities has evolved from being viewed as a privilege.
Case Law Contributions
- Shaffer vs. Weast (2005): Established that general education placement with appropriate aids must be considered before segregating students.
- Hobson vs. Hansen (1967): Highlighted inequities in tracking based on biased tests, violating equal protection under the 14th amendment.
Legislative Milestones
- IDEA: Mandates free and appropriate public education for students with disabilities.
- Title I/Handicapped Infants and Toddlers Program: Requires individualized assessments and family service plans for eligible children.
Continuous Improvement in Education
- Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (2004) mandates that all students participate in standardized assessments, accommodating diverse needs as outlined in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
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This quiz focuses on key concepts from Chapter 1 of 'Teaching in Today's Inclusive Classrooms'. It covers various types of learners, principles like FAPE and LRE, and the importance of inclusivity in education. Test your knowledge and understanding of this crucial aspect of modern teaching.