Study Guide Quiz 1 PDF

Study Guide – Quiz #1 – Ch. 1-3 – SPE 209 1. Differences between impaired, handicapped, at risk, disability -Impairment- Loss or reduced function of a particular body part or organ Disability- When an impairment limits the ability to perform certain tasks Handicap- Problem, or disadvantage, enco...

Study Guide – Quiz #1 – Ch. 1-3 – SPE 209 1. Differences between impaired, handicapped, at risk, disability -Impairment- Loss or reduced function of a particular body part or organ Disability- When an impairment limits the ability to perform certain tasks Handicap- Problem, or disadvantage, encountered when interacting with the environment At risk- Having a greater-than-usual chance of developing a disability 2. Definition of exceptional children - Differ from the norm (below or above) to such an extent that they require an individualized program of special education and related services to fully benefit from education 3. Percentage of school-age population of students with disabilities 9.5% 4. Largest disability category in special education Males 5. What does the zero-reject principle of IDEA mean? Schools must educate all children with disabilities; no child with disabilities may be excluded from a free public education, regardless of the nature or severity of the disability. (6-17 years old) 6. Dimensions (defining characteristics) of special education instruction. Who: consists of an interdisciplinary team of professionals working together with parents and families with the primary responsibility for helping exceptional children learn What: sometimes differentiated by its curriculum- what is taught How: Uses specialized or adapted materials and methods Where: identified (but not defined) by where it takes place 7. RTI purposes -is used to determine a child’s eligibility for special education under the specific learning disabilities category 8. After parental consent has been obtained, how long does a school district have to complete the evaluation process for a student suspected of having a disability? 60 days 9. What contributes to disproportionate representation of diverse students in special education? Racial Bias 10. What is teaming? It is a group of people who work together for the benefit of a child with special needs 11. What general factors must be considered by the team of members developing an IEP? The strengths of the child, concerns of the parents for enhancing the education of their child, the results of the initial or most recent evaluation of the child, and the academic, developmental, and functional needs of the child 12. According to IDEA, what is the age range for IEPs for exceptional individuals? -3 to 21 years old 13. What components must be included in a student’s individualized education program? -A statement of present levels of academic achievement and functional performance - This is just the level that they are currently at - A statement of measurable annual goal - A statement of how the child’s progress will be assessed - A statement of special education and related services and supplementary aids and services - An explanation of the extent to which the student will not participate with nondisabled children in general education - A statement of any individual assessment accommodations  - The projected date for the beginning, frequency, location and duration of services - Beginning at age 14 in PA, an individual transition plan must be developed 14. Explain the steps in the special education process. 1. Prereferral Provide immediate instruction/ behavioral assistance conducted by a building based early intervention assistance team 2. Evaluation and Eligibility Determination All children suspected of having a disability must receive a nondiscriminatory multifactored evaluation (MFE) 3. Program Planning An individualized education program must be developed for children identified as having a disability 4. Placement The IEP team must determine the least restrictive educational environment that meets the student’s needs 5. Progress Monitoring, Annual review, and Reevaluation Ongoing monitoring of student progress The IEP must be reviewed on an annual basis Reevaluation at least once every three years 15. Why is parental involvement in special education important? (Chapter 3) -Parents want to be involved in their child’s education Research proves the education is better whenever parents are involved it is better - Families know certain aspects of their children better than anyone The Law requires collaboration Parents are natural and necessary allies to educators Families Know certain aspects of their children better than anyone Parents can provide extra skill practice and teach skills outside of school Parents have the greatest interest in seeing their children learn in the child's life Parents live with the outcome of decisions made by IEP teams 16. According to research, what are the initial reactions of parents who learn that their child has a disability? -Shock, denial, and disbelief 17. What are effective home-school partnerships characterized by? Family members and professionals jointly pursuing shared goals in a climate of mutual respect and trust 18. What are the principles for effective communication between parents and educators? Accept Parents’ Statement- Listen Actively- (Question effectively)- Encourage- Stay Focused- 19. What is cultural reciprocity? Understanding how differing value and belief systems may influence families’ perspectives, wishes, and decisions 20. Explain the five principles of effective communication and give an example of each Accept Parents’ Statement- Respect of parent's point of view “I understand and appreciate your point of view” Listen Actively- Responding to parents with interest and animation Adress parental concerns actively and listen to their suggestions for their childrens needs (Question effectively)- speak plainly and use open-ended questions Ask What did the student did with their homework instead of asking if the student is having trouble with homework  Encourage- Describe and show parents their child’s improving performance The student did their homework by themselves! Stay Focused- Focus on the child’s educational program and progress Refocus the conversation whenever it is becoming off topic