Teaching Students with Special Needs Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does mainstreaming mean?

Educating a child with special education needs full-time in the regular classroom.

Placement of students with learning difficulties in regular classrooms for part of the day.

Providing individualized education to students only in special classes.

Integrating students with disabilities or special needs into the overall educational program. (correct)

What is the definition of students with special needs?

Students different enough from their peers that they require specially adapted instructional materials and practices to maximize their learning and achievement.

What does full inclusion refer to?

Placement of students with learning difficulties in regular classrooms for the entire school day with appropriate assistance.

What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?

A written statement that describes the child's current levels of performance, annual goals, recommendation for special education support, and criteria for evaluating progress. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Least Restrictive Environment' (LRE) refer to?

The educational setting that most clearly resembles a regular school program and meets the child's special education needs. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an Assessment Team?

To determine whether students meet eligibility requirements for special education services. Signup and view all the answers

What does Response to Intervention (RTI) mean?

Policies in which struggling children are given intensive assistance and evaluated for possible special education services only if they fail to respond. Signup and view all the answers

What are supplementary aids and services?

Aids, services, and supports that are provided in general education classes to enable students with disabilities to be educated with nondisabled peers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of collaboration with parents in education?

Working with parents and family members to make them aware of the student's problems in the classroom and to address any concerns they may have. Signup and view all the answers

What are learning disabilities?

Difficulties in the acquisition and use of listening, speaking, reading, writing, reasoning, or mathematical abilities. Signup and view all the answers

What does assistive technology aim to achieve?

To help individuals with disabilities function more like those without disabilities. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'culturally responsive instruction' refer to?

Instruction that acknowledges and accommodates cultural diversity. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'etiology' in education?

The study of causation. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Integration and Special Education Terminology

Mainstreaming: Integration of students with disabilities into general educational programs to promote inclusion.
Special Needs Students: Students needing adapted instructional materials and methods due to significant differences from peers.
Full Inclusion: Full-day placement of students with learning difficulties in regular classrooms with appropriate support.
Inclusion: Full-time education of children with special needs in standard classrooms.
Students with Disabilities (SWD): Includes those with various impairments defined by IDEA, affecting areas like communication, cognition, and physical health.

Educational Programs and Plans

Individualized Education Program (IEP): A written plan detailing a child’s performance, goals, support recommendations, and evaluation criteria for progress monitoring.
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE): Educational settings that closely resemble general education while addressing the special needs of the child.
504 Accommodation Plan: Adjustments in the general education classroom for students with disabilities under Section 504 instead of IDEA.

Support Teams and Assessment

Assessment Team: A federally mandated group evaluating eligibility for special education services.
Prereferral Intervention Team: Provides individualized support to students facing academic or behavioral challenges before moving to formal special education testing.
Response to Intervention (RTI): Framework offering high-intensity support for struggling students, assessing for special education only if necessary.

Roles in Education

General Education Teachers: Essential collaborators who implement strategies for students with special needs and communicate with families and professionals.
Building Principals: Administrators overseeing both general and special education programs within schools.
Itinerant Teachers: Specialists traveling between schools to provide targeted support for students with various impairments.

Specialist Roles

Speech Language Pathologist: Focuses on assessment and treatment of speech and language disorders.
Occupational Therapist: Aids clients with disabilities in achieving independence and productivity.
Audiologist: Diagnoses and treats hearing disorders to support educational accessibility.

Specific Disability Definitions

Learning Disabilities: Challenges in acquiring skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing, or math.
Autism: A complex developmental disorder affecting social interaction and behavior.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Characterized by inattentiveness, hyperactivity, or impulsivity, impacting daily functioning.
Sensory Disorders: Include visual and hearing impairments requiring special considerations in education.

Instructional Strategies

Culturally Responsive Instruction: Teaching that respects and integrates the diverse cultural backgrounds of students.
Multicultural Education: An approach promoting diversity and equal opportunities within the educational system.
Classroom Modifications: Adjusting instructional methods and reducing task demands to suit diverse learner needs.

Assessment Methods

Informal Assessment: Day-to-day observations by teachers to evaluate student performance and behavior.
Curriculum-Based Assessment: Measures student progress directly through performance related to the curriculum rather than standardized tests.
Portfolio Assessment: Collection of student work showcasing growth, self-reflection, and achievement over time.

Educational Settings and Services

Residential Programs: Facilities providing specialized education and care for children unable to thrive in public or home environments.
Special Schools: Institutions specifically designed for particular special needs, providing tailored educational experiences.
General Education Class with Co-Teaching: Collaborative teaching model involving general and special educators jointly managing a classroom with diverse learners.

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Explore key terms and concepts related to teaching students with special needs in general education classrooms through these flashcards. Learn about mainstreaming, full inclusion, and the adaptations necessary for effective education. This resource is essential for educators aiming to create an inclusive learning environment.