Praxis 5543
One of the most common developmental delays that stem from the genetic disease of having a third chromosome 21 is: A. Cerebral Palsy B. Down syndrome C. Tourette syndrome D. Multiple Sclerosis
B. Down syndrome
The expectancy value theory of motivation was first developed by A. Jacquelynne Eccles B. Jack William Eccles C. John William Atkinson D. William Eccles Atkinson
C. John William Atkinson
Between what ages does a student need to be in order to qualify for an IFSP? A. 1-2 B. 0-2 C. 0-8 D. 0-3
D. 0-3
A transition plan must be addressed in the IEP during an annual committee meeting when the student reaches which age? A. 16 B. 12 C. 10 D. 18
A. 16
Which of the following actions will most likely facilitate a productive development of a lesson plan? A. A teacher chooses interesting materials that are presented effectively so that students are able to apply that which they have learned in a productive manner B. A teacher focuses on identifying clear actions that correspond with specific tasks that students will complete over a period of time C. A teacher uses students' background information to establish clear learning goals D. A teacher demonstrates expertise by not only identifying objectives and activities but aligning these with standardized assessments
A. A teacher chooses interesting materials that are presented effectively so that students are able to apply that which they have learned in a productive manner
Which legislation protects people with disabilities from discrimination in the work place? A. ADA B. Section 504 C. IDEA D. IEP
A. ADA
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1990 (IDEA) covers which of the following conditions? A. All of these B. Autism C. Deafness D. Blindness
A. All of these
Anna is a 3rd grade student receiving services under Other Health Impairment with a diagnosis of ADD. Which of the following statements would most likely be seen on her IEP? A. Anna demonstrates a lack of impulse control B. Anna has a delay in her fine and motor skills C. Anna is unable to express herself orally D. Anna requires assistance in physical assistance
A. Anna demonstrates a lack of impulse control
Laura is diagnosed with a specific learning disability. Her IEP indicates that she may use a word processing device for all written tasks. This is an example of: A. Assistive Technology B. Self-management C. Writing Modification D. Coping Skills
A. Assistive Technology
Which of the following are most important to do when teaching a culturally diverse class? A. Determine students' cultural learning styles by researching their backgrounds B. Keep the environment culturally neutral C. Punish students who put down other students' cultural backgrounds D. Teach with a heavy focus on your own cultural background as it's the one you know best
A. Determine students' cultural learning styles by researching their backgrounds
Samantha experiences a tremendous amount of anxiety when transitioning from class to lunch time and often refuses to leave the class. Which of the following strategies will most benefit Samantha? A. Establish a routine for Samantha to go in and out of the class before and after lunch B. Give Samantha a 5 minutes warning before lunch C. Allow Samantha to take her lunch separately from the rest of the school D. Have Samantha leave the room 5 minutes before lunch starts
A. Establish a routine for Samantha to go in and out of the class before and after lunch
Simon and Jennifer just found out their daughter has been diagnosed on the autism scale and don't understand exactly what that means. How do you best explain the impact this will have on the family? A. Explain to them that their daughter will have a different experience at school and life than other students, but an IEP will help her to reach goals that are specific to her abilities B. Explain their legal rights as Jennifer's parents C. Let them know their life and family will never be the same again D. Explain that things may be hard at first but if she works hard enough she may be like a normal kid again
A. Explain to them that their daughter will have a different experience at school and life than other students, but an IEP will help her to reach goals that are specific to her abilities
Which of the following strategies would be most effective for assimilating and training a student with a disability to be a product stocker at the school snack shop? A. Have another student work beside the student to mentor and model proper behavior. B. Have a list of tasks to be completed each day by the student. C. Have an in-depth training on the duties of the job and provide a list of tasks for the student to complete. D. Train the student in a classroom setting before the student begins work.
A. Have another student work beside the student to mentor and model proper behavior.
Ms. Meyer is teaching an 8th grade SDC class about the theory of evolution. Which of the following would be an example of a formative assessment? A. Having students do an exit ticket at the end of each lesson B. Having students study and research a species of animal through its evolution C. An end of unit exam that covers all of the material discussed in class D. Testing students at the beginning of the unit to get a sense of what they already know
A. Having students do an exit ticket at the end of each lesson
What is the difference between an IEP and IFSP? A. IEP is student centered and IFSP is family centered B. IEP provides services to the child, while IFSP provides services to the parents C. IEP has goals and objectives and the IFSP does not D. IEP evaluates present levels of the student, while the IFSP evaluates the present levels of all the family members
A. IEP is student centered and IFSP is family centered
Children may qualify for services through special education before entering school. What is the name of the plan designed for a child under 3 years old? A. Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) B. Individualized Education Plan (IEP) C. Early Childhood Intervention Plan (ECI) D. Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)
A. Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
A parent is very tolerant of their child's behavior, sometimes to a fault. They are very supportive of their children but it is starting to become a detriment to the child's learning and health. They allow their child to eat whatever they want, go to bed whenever they want, and even skip school work all together if they don't want to do it. This parenting style would be: A. Indulgent B. Authoritative C. Authoritarian D. Neglecting
A. Indulgent
Mario is a college bound student with an IEP. He is strongest in reading and writing and benefits from lectures and written assignments. Which type of intelligence is he strongest in? A. Linguistic Intelligence B. Spatial Intelligence C. Logical-Mathematical D. Intrapersonal Intelligence
A. Linguistic Intelligence
Paul is a 3rd grade student diagnosed as Emotionally Disturbed. He is not responsive to therapeutic interventions and has tested far below average in his cognitive abilities. What may be a co-occurring condition for Paul? A. Mental Retardation B. A Specific Learning Disability C. ADD D. Autism
A. Mental Retardation
Mr. Noto is teaching a 7th grade SDC class for students diagnosed with ED. These students struggle to build relationships and have significant behavioral issues. Which grouping strategy should Mr. Noto use to best support his students? A. Mixed level base groups B. Only independent work C. Informal pairing D. Formal homogenous groups
A. Mixed level base groups
Ms. Forshee teaches an 8th grade SDC class for students with a variety of disabilities. Most students are performing 2-3 years below grade level. Which of the following formats would be most appropriate for her summative world history exam? A. Multiple Choice B. Essay C. Matching-sequence D. Short answer
A. Multiple Choice
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a condition in which the body is unable to remove wastes at a typical rate such as mucus from the lungs. Jack's parents have notified the school that he will need a special breathing treatment that lasts about 30 minutes once a day at school to help minimize the effects of his disease. Under what category would Jack qualify for special education services? A. Other Health Impairment (OHI) B. Medical Disability C. Speech or Language Impairment D. Specific Learning Disability
A. Other Health Impairment (OHI)
Imagine you were teaching a mixed 9th-12th grade Special Day Class in English. What would be your first steps in planning? A. Research IEP goals and create learning profiles B. Create individualized goals for students C. Write curriculum that meets the individualized needs of students D. Assign students to groups for flexible grouping
A. Research IEP goals and create learning profiles
Dejane struggles with reading. Her teachers have tracked her progress since the beginning of the school year and after seeing she was struggling put her in a small reading group. She is still struggling, and they would like to refer her for Special Education services. This is an example of: A. Response to Intervention model B. IQ Achievement Discrepancy model C. Functional Behavioral Assessment D. Appropriate use of Summative Assessments
A. Response to Intervention model
Kyra is a 9th grade resource student. She often forgets to turn in her assignments and even though she turns in about 40% of her work, she is always surprised to receive a failing grade in her classes. What skill might Kyra benefit from? A. Self-regulation strategies B. Time management skills C. Mnemonic strategies D. Note-taking
A. Self-regulation strategies
Quinn is in 3rd grade and diagnosed with ADHD. He is able to perform slightly below grade level, but has a low concentration threshold. Which of the following accommodations would be most appropriate for Quinn when he takes tests? A. Short breaks throughout the test B. A shorter test C. Presenting the test in large font D. Allowing the student to write the answers directly on the test booklet
A. Short breaks throughout the test
Which of the following scenarios will make someone qualify for an IEP? A. Students with learning, behavioral, or physical disabilities B. Students that shift from homeschool to regular school C. Students that have transferred schools due to relocation D. Students that have below-average to average grades in school
A. Students with learning, behavioral, or physical disabilities
Samantha is a student with Autism in a resource program. She is in the 6th grade and has demonstrated an inability to interact appropriately with peers. What service should be provided to help with this? A. The resource teacher should teach Samantha SEL curriculum B. Samantha should be referred to a therapist C. The resource teacher should place the student in an afterschool program D. The gen-ed teacher should incorporate Samantha in more group activities
A. The resource teacher should teach Samantha SEL curriculum
Research-based interventions most benefit students with learning disabilities because: A. The strategies have been proven to work from rigorous studies B. Students enjoy them C. Parents want teachers to use them D. Administrators have determined they would most benefit students
A. The strategies have been proven to work from rigorous studies
Damien is a 10th grade student diagnosed as Emotionally Disturbed. He does not show aggression, but does tend to distract and speak out often without permission. Which of the following may be a natural consequence of his behavior? A. The student misses instruction and does not complete the assignment B. The student becomes popular and therefore acts out more C. The student is often sent to the principal as a consequence D. The student becomes the teacher's pet
A. The student misses instruction and does not complete the assignment
Which of the following would be an appropriate writing unit for a 9th grade student diagnosed with a Specific Learning Disability in abstract reasoning, who also struggles with executive functioning? A. Using a graphic organizer, have the student write a 3-paragraph argumentative essay B. Have the student write a 5-paragraph argumentative essay on a given prompt C. Have the student write a paragraph with a clear topic sentence, supporting details, and transitions between sentences D. Have the student dictate a 3-paragraph argumentative essay to a scribe
A. Using a graphic organizer, have the student write a 3-paragraph argumentative essay
Eric is an 11 year old student with a mild Intellectual Disability. He is studying ratios in his SDC class. Which of the following techniques may be most helpful to Eric? A. Using math manipulative B. Comparing and contrasting ratios C. Using concept development software D. Encouraging Eric with positive feedback and telling him he can do it
A. Using math manipulative
Sarah buys a crib that needs to be assembled. The crib comes with an instruction manual on how to properly assemble it. Which of the following problem solving strategies should Sarah use? A. algorithm B. heuristics C. IDEAL strategy D. graphic representation
A. algorithm
A special education teacher has been working with her students to use the textbook's glossary to find the meanings of unknown words during instructional reading. Which of the following is the greatest benefit to this approach? A. allows students to take active control of their learning process B. promotes the development of critical thinking skills C. allows the special education teacher to spend more time addressing the needs of other students D. allows students to relate new information to prior knowledge
A. allows students to take active control of their learning process
If a child's development is delayed or different from that of their peers, it could be termed that they are dealing with A. atypical development. B. mental impairment. C. physical impairment. D. typical development.
A. atypical development.
Short-term memory (STM) usually works best with which of the following types of stimuli? A. auditory B. olfactory C. extra-sensory D. visual
A. auditory
In Ms. Jackson's emotional behavior support self-contained class, her nine students are most likely to have difficulty with which of the following aspects of communication development? A. being able to interpret a speaker's feelings from their tone of voice B. understanding new vocabulary words in context C. speech production free of articulation errors D. being able to use syntax patterns that are correct
A. being able to interpret a speaker's feelings from their tone of voice
A student with a learning disability needs help with mathematical computation skills. The special education teacher is planning to teach basic math skills and mathematical reasoning through software for reinforcement. This type of software would be valuable for the teacher's purpose because of its ability to produce: A. immediate feedback on answers. B. fun visual graphics. C. instructional grouping profile. D. unlimited examples of different skills.
A. immediate feedback on answers.
A new student just moved into a small town and qualifies for special education services because he is hard of hearing. He primarily communicates using sign language. The Local Education Agency (LEA) does not have a certified sign language interpreter, but they do have a certified special education teacher. What is the district required to do in this situation? A. immediately hire an interpreter B. hold an emergency IEP committee meeting to add a goal for the student to learn lip reading C. offer a fully written/visual curriculum D. provide support through the special education teacher
A. immediately hire an interpreter
In order for a special education teacher to monitor IEP progress on reading goals on fluency and accuracy for a small group of fourth-grade students, which is the best assessment procedure? A. record each student's accuracy and speed on a weekly graph B. create a reading portfolio that lists words read accurately monthly C. complete an error analysis of students' reading every 30 days D. perform an informal reading inventory every 30 days
A. record each student's accuracy and speed on a weekly graph
Which of the following IDEA categories of disability impacts the highest percentage of students? A. specific learning disability B. physical impairment C. intellectual disability D. communication impairment
A. specific learning disability
According to the guidelines, the IEP committee must address all of the following when planning for students with autism except: A. typical grade-level peers B. behavioral and social strategies C. in-home training D. community-based training
A. typical grade-level peers
A student with fine motor coordination and writing difficulties who receives in-class support with the occupational therapist would benefit from what accommodation? A. use of adaptive writing utensils B. directions simplified and repeated C. special lighting D. separate setting
A. use of adaptive writing utensils
A high school resource teacher is teaching her math class learning about equivalent fractions. She has taught about fractions at the front of the room and students have tried working problems at their desk. Some of them are continuing to struggle. What other activity can she engage her students in to ensure all learning styles have been addressed? A. using fraction tiles to identify equivalent fractions B. provide worksheets as homework so they can discuss with their parents C. have them create a presentation on equivalent fractions D. make a recipe that has fractions in the amounts of needed ingredients
A. using fraction tiles to identify equivalent fractions
An IEP is: A. Not recommended for use in modern classrooms B. A great example of an effective intervention program C. A very good plan in many instances but not an example of an effective intervention program D. Not an effective intervention program
B. A great example of an effective intervention program
Choose the term below that fits this definition: Tools used to create a sense of independence for those who have a disability and can vary based on the disability. A. Accompaniment B. Accommodation C. Disability D. Mental Disability
B. Accommodation
How should success be measured for students with IEPs? A. State and District standardized Assessments B. Assessments based on SMART objectives C. Amount of work a student has completed D. Class participation
B. Assessments based on SMART objectives
Sally is a 9 year old student with mild ADD. The following will positively impact her learning, except ______. A. Teaching to the student's learning modality preference B. Being in a self-contained, special-ed classroom C. Having a structured home environment where the parents continue to work with Sally D. Having clear and structured transitions between assignments in class
B. Being in a self-contained, special-ed classroom
Which of the following behavior management models would be most appropriate for a 10th grade class for students who are diagnosed as emotionally disturbed? A. Glasser's Reality model B. Canter's Assertive Discipline model C. Gordon's teacher effectiveness training D. Any non-interventionist model
B. Canter's Assertive Discipline model
Mr. Farber is preparing data to write a behavioral intervention plan for his student with severe acting out behaviors. Which of the following are examples of an appropriate formative assessment that he can use in his analysis? A. The results of the Woodcock Johnson B. Classroom observations C. Standardized test results D. School discipline record
B. Classroom observations
According to IDEA 2004 which of the following is not considered an Assistive Technology device? A. Calculator B. Cochlear implant C. Raised line paper D. iPad
B. Cochlear implant
Ariel is a 2nd grade student with Down syndrome. Her family gives her very few limitations and boundaries at home. As her teacher you notice that she really struggles to follow rules and expectations that you believe she can reach. The best way to proceed would be to: A. Lower your expectations B. Discuss a strategy with her parents on how they can begin to hold her to higher expectations C. Take away Ariel's play time until she is able to meet your expectations D. Hold a meeting with her parents so you can point out the ways they have allowed Ariel to misbehave
B. Discuss a strategy with her parents on how they can begin to hold her to higher expectations
Which of the following shows the least biased intervention for behavioral issues in the classroom? A. Class suspensions for acts of defiance B. Explaining to students what their behaviors should look like and creating class norms with students C. Creating a system of rewards and consequences that addresses standard behaviors D. Giving a student a lunch detention for speaking without raising their hand in class.
B. Explaining to students what their behaviors should look like and creating class norms with students
Samantha has spoken out without raising her hand 3 times since the beginning of class. Which of the following would be an appropriate consequence for the third instance of the behavior, if you were using a system that had escalating consequences? A. Warning B. Having a brief meeting with the student to ask them to reflect on their behavior C. Redirection to the correct behavior D. Referral to an administrator
B. Having a brief meeting with the student to ask them to reflect on their behavior
What does the acronym IEP stand for? A. Inventive Educational Program B. Individualized Educational Program C. Individualized Escalation Program D. Institutional Educational Program
B. Individualized Educational Program
Mary is Joe's special education teacher and discovers Joe's interest in working at a grocery store. Mary writes a goal regarding training and employment as part of John's transition plan to begin work at the local grocery. In this scenario, which statement written by Mary below meets the requirements for a measurable post-secondary transition goal for Joe? A. Joe will take a training class B. Joe will complete the free training/orientation class in September, interview for the job in October, and stat work no later than December C. Joe will learn a new skill D. Joe will get a job
B. Joe will complete the free training/orientation class in September, interview for the job in October, and stat work no later than December
Sam is a 5th grade student diagnosed with ADD. He struggles to remain seated for long periods of time, cannot stay on one topic for more than 5 minutes, and often does not understand directions given orally or visually. Which learning preference would most likely suit Sam? A. Auditory B. Kinesthetic C. Visual D. Tactile
B. Kinesthetic
A student with cerebral palsy has difficulty walking in a balanced manner. Which of the following service providers would be most appropriate? A. Physical Education teacher B. Physical Therapist C. Occupational Therapist D. Transportation Services
B. Physical Therapist
Paul is a student diagnosed with autism. He has low linguistic communication skills. He is in an inclusion classroom and is expected to participate in a paired activity. An example of an intervention that would help him is to: A. Pull him from all group activities B. Provide a scaffold-ed guided approach using images and pictures C. Pair him with another student diagnosed with autism D. Have him use a word processing device to assist with communication
B. Provide a scaffold-ed guided approach using images and pictures
Claire is a 15 year old student who is blind. She performs at grade level and is in all general education classes. Which of the following accommodations will most benefit her on her assessments? A. Having the test read aloud and having Claire respond orally B. Providing the test in Braille and allowing responses to be typed in Braille C. Shortening the length of the test and presenting it in Braille D. Excusing Claire from tests
B. Providing the test in Braille and allowing responses to be typed in Braille
Samantha is a 2nd grade student with Down syndrome. She has low-average cognitive ability and poor social skills. Which of the following strategies will allow her to feel the most comfortable in her class? A. Spending the majority of her time by herself to avoid any social anxiety or pressure B. Structuring a daily 'buddy' interaction for her to partner with during play time C. Creating more group activities that she can participate in D. Giving her consequences when she does not respond appropriately in social situations
B. Structuring a daily 'buddy' interaction for her to partner with during play time
Which of the following is NOT a recommended planning consideration? A. Teachers must help students identify their own strengths to help them moving forward B. Teachers must realize that classroom based activities should be sufficient C. Supportive experts can and should be consulted when creating transition plans D. Teachers should educate parents on transitioning, planning, and instruction
B. Teachers must realize that classroom based activities should be sufficient
Which of the following procedures should be addressed when developing and implementing the IEP objectives in instructional planning for students with disabilities? A. The IEP committee develops the IEP in isolation from any existing evaluation data. B. The IEP committee develops the IEP based on existing evaluative data from the general education teacher and related services personnel, current campus, district, and/or state assessments, and any evaluations and information provided by the parents. C. The IEP committee develops the IEP with input only from the general education teacher and parents. D. The ARD committee develops the IEP based on existing district and state assessment data.
B. The IEP committee develops the IEP based on existing evaluative data from the general education teacher and related services personnel, current campus, district, and/or state assessments, and any evaluations and information provided by the parents.
What is the purpose of progress monitoring consistently over the course of the school year? A. To determine if student goals need to be adjusted as it gets closer to the end of the year B. To inform lesson planning to adjust to student learning needs C. To fulfill administrative requirements from the school and district D. To change assessments to better suit students' needs
B. To inform lesson planning to adjust to student learning needs
Maryanne is a 12th grade student with autism. She is in an SDC class and able to maintain passing grades, but still demonstrates poor social skills. Which of the following will most benefit this student? A. Use of supplemental curriculum B. Use of functional curriculum C. Use of task scaffolding D. Use of material scaffolding
B. Use of functional curriculum
Which of the following represent the best and most realistic way of dealing with one's own personal biases? A. Ignoring them B. Working to understand one's own biases in order to limit their impact C. Getting rid of all personal biases D. Only working with groups of students that you are less likely to have a bias against
B. Working to understand one's own biases in order to limit their impact
When the IEP committee determines that a student's behavior is a manifestation of the student's disability, the IEP committee must conduct or complete which of the following? A. an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) B. a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) C. a Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) D. an Individual Educational Plan (IEP)
B. a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA)
Which of the following elements of a lesson plan is most beneficial for Ms. Jackson to use for her ADHD students on an instructional objective related to avoidance behaviors? A. guided practice B. anticipatory set C. modeling D. evaluation
B. anticipatory set
According to realism, to understand reality better, students should study each of the following except A. logic B. humanities C. critical thinking D. the scientific method
B. humanities
Which of the following would be illegal when considering a child for special education services? A. qualifying a child in high school that has been able to pass previous grades B. testing all children in English C. using multiple tests to assess a disability D. allowing a committee to make the decision if services are appropriate
B. testing all children in English
What is the age range for middle immersion? A. 5 or 6 years old B. Ages 8 and below C. 9 or 10 years old D. Ages 12 and above
C. 9 or 10 years old
Miguel is an 8th grade student recently diagnosed with a specific learning disability in the area of math. He has performed at grade level in other subject areas and has little to no behavior issues, but he is below grade level in math. Which of the following would be the most appropriate classroom setting for him? A. A special day class where he attends math and science and is mainstreamed for his other classes B. A non-public school for students with SLD's C. A resource program that provides push in/pull out for math and allows him to remain in the gen-ed setting D. An after-school math tutoring program
C. A resource program that provides push in/pull out for math and allows him to remain in the gen-ed setting
John is a 13 year old student diagnosed with a Specific Learning Disability, but is beginning to act out in class, get into more fights, demonstrate inappropriate responses to situations in school, and show symptoms of mood swings. What secondary condition might he also have? A. Mental Retardation B. Emotionally Disturbed C. ADD D. Autism
C. ADD
A student with a tendency to speak a lot during activities and move around the classroom would most likely benefit from which of the following learning strategies? A. Creating a picture book B. Using manipulative in math C. Acting out a scene from a play D. Writing a poem
C. Acting out a scene from a play
Alexa is 12th grade student with an intellectual disability. She has spent the majority of her school career in an SDC class and, cognitively speaking, is around the age of a 13 year old. She struggles to complete tasks independently but has shown a strong interest in the cooking activities done in class. Which of the following would be the most appropriate goal for Alexa? A. After the completion of high school, Alexa will attend a community college program B. After the completion of high school, Alexa will get a job in her field of choice C. After the completion of high school, Alexa will be able to cook 3 simple meals for herself D. After the completion of high school Alexa will live in her own apartment
C. After the completion of high school, Alexa will be able to cook 3 simple meals for herself.
Raul is a 12th grade student who is on the autism spectrum. He has low cognitive abilities, low social skills, and is barely able to perform daily tasks. The most appropriate transition for him after high school would be: A. A trade school where he can learn a tactile craft B. Staying home and helping around the house C. An adult ed program that continues to develop his independent living skills D. Sending him to perform military duty
C. An adult ed program that continues to develop his independent living skills
Ms. Blanco is teaching a 5th grade Deaf and hard of hearing class. Which of the following would be the most appropriate way to provide students with a formative assessment? A. Give the students a written exam. B. Have students draw their responses to questions. C. Ask students to signal thumbs up or thumbs down in response to a check for understanding. D. Ask students to provide oral peer to peer feedback.
C. Ask students to signal thumbs up or thumbs down in response to a check for understanding.
Which of the following is an example of a developmental disability? A. Blindness in one eye B. Scoliosis C. Autism D. Paraplegia
C. Autism
Which of the following is most likely a sign of a developmental delay in a 5 year old child: A. Has an easier time developing relationships with adults than peers B. Struggles to read at the same level as peers C. Avoids or rarely makes eye contact with others D. Struggles to identify colors correctly
C. Avoids or rarely makes eye contact with others
Kathy is a 13 year old student diagnosed as emotionally disturbed. She has significant behavioral struggles that limit her ability to access her education. What services will she likely require? A. Speech and language B. Occupational therapy C. Behavioral Analysis interventions D. Physical therapy
C. Behavioral Analysis interventions
Which of the following is an appropriate transitional daily living goal for a student who is diagnosed with Down syndrome and has been in an inclusion classroom with average social ability and slightly below average cognitive ability? A. Living in an assisted living program B. Attending a community college C. Cooking daily meals for themselves D. Volunteering in a community project 2-3 days a week
C. Cooking daily meals for themselves
Raphael is a student with Down syndrome who is repeatedly bullied by his peers. Though there have been several conversations with the students bullying Raphael, they continue to harass him. What next steps should be taken? A. Send Raphael to a different school so he is no longer bullied B. Talk to Raphael to help him understand what he might be doing to get bullied and help him to change his behavior C. Create a response plan of what the consequences will be for the students if they continue to bully Raphael and discuss it with the students' parents D. Give the phone number of the bullies' parents to Raphael's parents, so they can intervene directly
C. Create a response plan of what the consequences will be for the students if they continue to bully Raphael and discuss it with the students' parents
What is the primary purpose of an informal assessment? A. Determining how the student performs in comparison to their peers B. Evaluating if the student will be able to pass formative assessments C. Evaluating a student's individual progress in order to adapt teaching to meet the needs of the student D. Determining if a student is mastering a concept or not
C. Evaluating a student's individual progress in order to adapt teaching to meet the needs of the student
Ms. Tam teaches at a school that sends home progress reports every 6 weeks. How often should Ms. Tam update the parents of the students on her case-load? A. Every 3 weeks B. Bi-weekly C. Every 6 weeks D. At the annual IEPs
C. Every 6 weeks
Which of the following would be accurate data to use when presenting progress on an IEP? A. Peer assessments on the student's work B. Evidence of work from one assignment C. Evidence of work collected regularly over a period of weeks D. Teacher's informal findings from interactions with the student without concrete evidence of work
C. Evidence of work collected regularly over a period of weeks
Johnny walked into his history class where instead of seeing his teacher, Mr. Alex, at the front of the class he sees someone completely new. This other teacher, Mr. Allen, has been at Winthrop Elementary for 25 years where he has consistently been teaching Art History. A few minutes Mr. Alex explains that he was going to allow to present this chapter to the class since he has more expertise in this section. What teaching style is Mr. Alex displaying? A. Collaborative B. Hands-on Instruction C. Expository Instruction D. Interactive Instruction
C. Expository Instruction
Wendy is a 7th grade student with Down syndrome in an inclusion math class. She is low performing in math and is struggling in her homogenous group. What steps may best help Wendy improve in her math class. A. Having her work independently B. Placing her in an SDC math class C. Grouping her with higher performing students D. Pairing her with another student who performs at the same level
C. Grouping her with higher performing students
Carline is a 4 year old pre-k student with mild autism. Which of the following strategies will most benefit her ability to learn reading skills? A. The use of graphic organizers while reading B. Teaching Carline how to mouth specific sounds needed to decode words C. Having Carline follow along in a book while listening to an audio recording D. Giving Carline's parents books to read with her at home
C. Having Carline follow along in a book while listening to an audio recording
A student in Adam's class is currently failing. He acts out in class by disrupting his peers and calling the teacher names. Adam has tried to use both the rewards and consequence system, but has not found any success. What next steps should Adam take? A. Issue a 5-day suspension from the class B. Give the student a week's worth of lunch detentions C. Hold an IEP meeting with the parent and admin to discuss the behavior and create a new BSP plan to address the problem behavior D. Discuss placement options with the parent to move the student to a more restrictive environment
C. Hold an IEP meeting with the parent and admin to discuss the behavior and create a new BSP plan to address the problem behavior
There are four seventh-grade students that are applying for an IEP. Which of the following students does not have one of the fourteen disabilities outlined by IDEA? A. Kurt who is diagnosed with autism B. Larry who is suffering from emotional disturbance C. Jessica who is suffering from urticaria D. Irene who has dyslexia
C. Jessica who is suffering from urticaria
Alejandro is a 9th grade student with ADD. He struggles with higher order thinking skills but is able to classify relationships and events effectively. Which of the following assessment types might be most appropriate for Alejandro? A. True/False B. Essay C. Matching-sequence D. Short answer
C. Matching-sequence
Students who struggle with retaining information would most benefit from which of the following strategies? A. Self-regulation strategies B. Time management skills C. Mnemonic strategies D. Note-taking
C. Mnemonic strategies
Which of the following would be the most appropriate way to monitor student progress around a goal of "writing a 5 sentence paragraph?" A. Assessing the students daily on their progress B. Assessing the students once a year before their annual IEP C. Monitoring the students' progress every six weeks D. Monitoring the students' progress twice a year
C. Monitoring the students' progress every six weeks
A student needs support with developing their fine motor skills. Which of the following service providers would be most appropriate? A. Physical Education teacher B. Physical Therapist C. Occupational Therapist D. Transportation Services
C. Occupational Therapist
Carl is a 6th grade student with mild/moderate autism, and has a tendency to act out in class. His teacher notices him making lewd comments to the girl next to him. How should the teacher handle this situation? A. Immediately report Carl to the principal for sexual harassment B. Pause class in that moment to discuss what sexual harassment is and what the consequences are C. Pull Carl aside and ask him what he is saying and why he is saying it D. Tell the female student to stop distracting Carl and act more appropriate in class
C. Pull Carl aside and ask him what he is saying and why he is saying it
Joaquin is in the gen-ed setting for most of the day and receives small group instruction in reading once a day. Which type of classroom setting does this reflect? A. Inclusion program B. Separate Day Class C. Resource pull out services D. Separate Day School
C. Resource pull out services
Dottie is a 9 year old student who recently qualified for an IEP under the qualifying category of Emotionally Disturbed. She struggles with reading and writing and has had several behavioral issues around assaulting students and adults. According to LRE which would be the most appropriate setting for Dottie to start in? A. Inclusion program B. Separate Day Class C. Resource pull out services twice a day D. Separate Day School
C. Resource pull out services twice a day
Karen is a seventh-grade student. She excels in her academics. She also wants to extend a helping hand to her classmates. As Karen's teacher, what can you suggest that will be beneficial for everyone? A. She should conduct tutorials even without proper training B. She should make a study group in social media where she can help everyone C. She should volunteer and train as a peer-mediator D. She should tell her classmates that she can make homework for them
C. She should volunteer and train as a peer-mediator
Peter is a 5th grade student who received a diagnosis that qualified him for services by using a method called the definition of exclusion. Which learning disability was he most likely diagnosed with. A. Mental Retardation B. Emotionally Disturbed C. Specific Learning Disability D. Autism
C. Specific Learning Disability
Ms. Anderson and Ms. Sterns are co-teaching a math class. Both teachers are providing instruction to the class as a whole. Which of the following models does this represent? A. Station teaching B. Parallel teaching C. Team teaching D. Alternative teaching
C. Team teaching
Ms. Anderson is a Gen-ed teacher who co-teaches an ELA class with the special education teacher, Ms. Farber. The class performs mostly at grade level and is able to keep up with the lessons, but a small group of students struggle with basic literacy skills. Which co-teaching model would be most appropriate? A. Station teaching B. Parallel teaching C. One teach, one assist D. Alternative teaching
C. Team teaching
Who is responsible for monitoring student progress towards their academic goals when a student is in a resource program? A. The Gen-ed teacher B. The resource teacher C. The Gen-ed teacher and resource teacher collaboratively D. The parents
C. The Gen-ed teacher and resource teacher collaboratively
According to IDEA, what does it mean for a student to be in the least restrictive environment? A. To be given the least amount of choices in where to go for school B. To be placed in a smaller environment away from distractions C. To be with their gen-ed peers as much as possible D. To be with the restrictions that other students have on their education
C. To be with their gen-ed peers as much as possible
Ms. Peterson is teaching her 8th grade algebra class how to solve multi-step linear equations. Which strategy will most benefit the students with disabilities in her class? A. Use of supplemental curriculum B. Use of functional curriculum C. Use of task scaffolding D. Use of material scaffolding
C. Use of task scaffolding
When creating a unit plan, what should be the first thing determined? A. What the formative assessments will be B. What the students will learn each day C. What the summative assessments will be D. What the diagnostic assessment will be
C. What the summative assessments will be
Saul is a high school student with Down syndrome. During his math class, a few students make fun of him whenever he speaks out. The resource specialist does push in for this class and should deal with this by: A. Calling the parents of the students to report what the students are doing B. Calling the students out on the spot and demanding they apologize to Saul C. Working with the Gen-ed teacher on a no-bully policy that is applied to the entire class D. Removing Saul from the class
C. Working with the Gen-ed teacher on a no-bully policy that is applied to the entire class
Ms. Cooper uses think-pair-share as a way to evaluate progress and adapt instruction. Which type of assessment is this? A. guided practice B. summative assessment C. formative assessment D. standardized achievement testing
C. formative assessment
Which of the following students is most likely to be identified as having a learning disability? A. A female American student B. A female Hispanic student C. A male American student D. A male African student
D. A male African student
Ms. Edwards is preparing for her first lesson for a 6th grade reading intervention class. She will be doing a short story unit focusing on cultural traditions around the world to help students build their confidence in reading. Which of the following techniques would best help introduce the unit? A. Comparing and contrasting different cultures B. Assigning different students different stories to read and summarize for the rest of the class C. Having students write summaries about their own cultural traditions D. Activating prior knowledge by asking students about their own family/cultural traditions
D. Activating prior knowledge by asking students about their own family/cultural traditions
Ms. Franklin has been monitoring the progress of her 3rd grade SDC students' reading levels on a monthly basis. After being in school for 5 months she noticed that one of her students has not made any progress towards her goals. What next steps should Ms. Franklin take? A. Change the student's goals to make them more realistic to reach B. Call the student's parents and communicate that the student is at risk of falling behind C. Refer the student to receive more restrictive services D. Adjust her lessons to the student's needs and monitor her progress every two weeks
D. Adjust her lessons to the student's needs and monitor her progress every two weeks
In which of the elements of a lesson plan would it be appropriate to use modeling as a technique? A. Opening B. Introduction of new material C. Student practice D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Paul is a 9th grade student diagnosed with autism. He performs at a 4th grade level in reading, writing and math. Which type(s) of assessments should his IEP goals be based off of? A. Summative Assessments B. Informal Assessments C. Formal Assessments D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Sally is a 4th grade student diagnosed with a Specific Learning Disability who struggles with math. Which of the following would be an appropriate accommodation for her Gen-ed teacher to make? A. Allowing the student to complete only evens or odds on a math worksheet B. Excusing the student from all math assignments C. Providing the student with 3rd grade math work D. Allowing the student to complete the assignment using a calculator
D. Allowing the student to complete the assignment using a calculator
Who would benefit most from the use of Assistive Technology? A. Students with visual impairments B. Students who are deaf or heard of hearing C. Students with physical disabilities D. Any student who requires extra support in order to reach their educational needs as indicated in IEP
D. Any student who requires extra support in order to reach their educational needs as indicated in IEP
Paul is a 3rd grade student with autism. He has a low cognitive abilities and learns through a system of consequences and rewards for specific behaviors. Which theoretical approach to learning is most likely being used? A. Cognitivism B. Ecological Approach C. Kinesthetic Preference D. Behaviorism
D. Behaviorism
Emmanuel is a 13 year old student with a cochlear implant. His family does not like to take him out in public, and will often try to avoid having conversations with him. What kind of an impact might this have on Emmanuel's development? A. It would not have any impact on Emmanuel B. He will separate himself from his family and try to find more peers who accept him C. It will negatively impact his self-confidence causing him to act out in class and perform lower academically D. Both B and C
D. Both B and C
Males are diagnosed with Emotionally Disturbed at significantly higher rates than females, in some districts representing up to 75% of the students diagnosed with ED. Which of the following is the least likely reason for this discrepancy? A. The vagueness of the qualifications for ED allow room for gender bias when diagnosing a student with ED. B. Girls tend to be more emotionally developed than boys at an earlier age C. Boys are more likely to show their emotions physically, whereas girls show their emotions verbally D. Boys are more likely to have an early trauma that will lead to violent outbursts
D. Boys are more likely to have an early trauma that will lead to violent outbursts
All of the following are examples of assistive technologies that benefit English language learner (ELL) students EXCEPT A. Text-to-speech software B. Pocket translators C. Audio recorders D. Cochlear implants
D. Cochlear implants
Which of the following describes the study of how people acquire, perceive, remember, and communicate information? A. Information adaptation B. Information monitoring C. Learning about disabilities D. Cognitive perspective
D. Cognitive perspective
Ms. Peters has received a new student from out of district. She notices the student should be receiving occupational therapy services. What should she do to ensure the services are being implemented? A. Call the parents to make sure they have a provider B. Begin providing the services to the student C. Discontinue the service at an IEP meeting D. Contact the school's Occupational Therapist to let them know the student requires services
D. Contact the school's Occupational Therapist to let them know the student requires services
Samantha is a 3rd grade RSP student who struggles with reading comprehension. How might her RSP teacher advise her Gen-ed teacher to differentiate her instruction? A. Give Samantha extra reading assignments to do at home B. Front load vocabulary with her before the reading assignment C. Give Samantha extra writing assignments D. Discuss Samantha's learning profile and guide the teacher in developing strategies that suit her in individualized needs
D. Discuss Samantha's learning profile and guide the teacher in developing strategies that suit her in individualized needs
A student in Adam's class has exceeded expectations and is improving in his academics drastically. This student has improved their reading level by 1.5 years and is getting a B or higher in all other classes. What would be the most appropriate step for Adam to take with this student? A. Call home and praise the student's progress B. Give the student higher levels of work C. Reward the student by excusing them from assignments D. Hold an IEP to discuss options for a less restrictive environment
D. Hold an IEP to discuss options for a less restrictive environment
Which of the following is a true statement about the transition plan? A. It is created when a student leaves high school B. It is created exclusively by the student C. It is created exclusively by an administrator D. It is created to plan post high school goals
D. It is created to plan post high school goals
Which of the following is not an important part of determining a student's annual IEP goals? A. The student's present levels B. Connecting goals to common core/state standards C. Ensuring goals are measurable and achievable D. Making sure the student has the same goals as other students in the class to make teaching simpler
D. Making sure the student has the same goals as other students in the class to make teaching simpler
Fabian is a 9th grade student with ADHD. He often will wander the class, getting out of his seat without permission and distracting peers. Which of the following might be function of his behavior? A. Avoidance/Escape B. A sense of powerlessness C. Unclear limits D. Not enough information to determine
D. Not enough information to determine
A teacher is teaching students about the introductory to psychology. She gives an example of how people develop their own characteristics. In this example, the teacher argues that genes are not involved with character development, instead a person is most impacted by their relationships with others. What is this an example of? A. Independence B. Social C. Nature D. Nurture
D. Nurture
Ms. Piper teaches a 3-5 SDC class for students with mild autism. She often finds that students begin to act out when she changes topics. What can Ms. Piper do to help her transitions go smoother? A. Have less transitions throughout the day B. Use a consequence and rewards system to reward students who transition well and punish those who don't C. Have a visual timer on the wall and reference the time until the next topic D. Post a visual agenda that reflects the daily routine
D. Post a visual agenda that reflects the daily routine
Kathy, the same student mentioned in the previous question, has demonstrated an ability to remain in class without disrupting the learning environment for 70% of the time and her goal is 80%. She is currently placed in an SDC setting for 60% of the school day and in gen-ed for 40%. What should the IEP team do after her annual review to help her reach her goal? A. Place her in a more restrictive setting B. Place her in a less restrictive setting C. Remove her services D. Re-asses her services to determine what interventions may help her reach her goal
D. Re-asses her services to determine what interventions may help her reach her goal
Which of the following would be an appropriate objective to demonstrate a student has reached Blooms Skill level of Synthesis? A. Student solves multiple step, linear equations B. Student recognizes multiple step, linear equations C. Students analyze multiple step, linear equations D. Student formulate multiple step, linear equations
D. Student formulate multiple step, linear equations
Which of the following factors does not impact the validity of an assessment? A. The reading ability of a student B. Self-efficacy of a student C. The anxiety level of the student D. The family background of the student
D. The family background of the student
According to IDEA, when does a parent have the right to disagree with or deny an IEP and IEP team recommendations? A. The parent does not have the right to do so B. Only when the parent can bring in a counter finding from a professional (i.e. a doctor or psychologist) C. When the parent is able to prove to the team she disagrees D. The parent has the right to disagree or deny regardless of proof or reasons
D. The parent has the right to disagree or deny regardless of proof or reasons
Sheri is a 5th grade student with a Specific Learning Disability who is reading at a 3rd grade level. She is able to apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding single-syllabic words with 90% accuracy. What would be an appropriate annual goal for Sheri according to this data? A. Read grade level text with purpose and understanding B. Use context to confirm or self-correct word recognition C. Increase her fluency rate to 80 words per minute D. Use combined knowledge of all letter-sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, and morphology to read multisyllabic words
D. Use combined knowledge of all letter-sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, and morphology to read multisyllabic words
Which of the following assignments would be most accessible to a 3rd grade student diagnosed with moderate/severe autism? A. Use a multiplication chart to solve multi-digit multiplication and division equations B. Use color-coded blocks to place number values on whole numbers from 1-10 C. Use a calculator to multiply multi-digit numbers D. Use concrete visual tools to add and subtract multi-digit numbers
D. Use concrete visual tools to add and subtract multi-digit numbers
Goal orientation theory is associated with A. intrinsic motivation B. personal motivation C. extrinsic motivation D. achievement motivation
D. achievement motivation
The secondary teacher of students with learning disabilities has been teaching the students to use Cornell Notes in all of the content classes. The best benefit of this strategy would be which of the following? A. engages students in the lessons B. provides an opportunity for the students to write C. serves as an organizational tool for due dates and upcoming projects D. creates a study guide to use for the content classes' tests
D. creates a study guide to use for the content classes' tests
According to Lev Vygotsky, which kind of speech solves dilemmas by "thinking out loud?" A. none of these B. inner speech C. external speech D. egocentric speech
D. egocentric speech
When deciding the least restrictive environment (LRE) for a student with disabilities, what should the IEP team consider? A. the disability levels of the other students in the classroom B. the opinion of previous educators of the student C. distance of base school as compared to regional program location D. frequency, location, duration, and intensity of the identified services needed by the student
D. frequency, location, duration, and intensity of the identified services needed by the student
The four mediational steps of vicarious learning are attention, retention, reproduction, and A. creation. B. constraint. C. belief. D. motivation.
D. motivation
Who developed the multi-store model of memory? A. psychologists Viktor Frankl and Daniel Gilbert B. psychologists Kean Piaget and Erik Erikson C. psychologists Steven Pinker and Robert Sternberg D. psychologists Richard Atkinson and Richard Shiffrin
D. psychologists Richard Atkinson and Richard Shiffrin
