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Roslynn is a student who uses a motorized wheelchair for mobility. Other students in her kindergarten class are hesitant to interact with her. The teacher feels that it is because they have never seen a wheelchair. What can she do […]

Mrs. Jonas, a speech therapist, Mr. Dodds, a physical therapist, and Mrs. Anthony, a special education teacher, work independently to provide services to Jasmine, a student with cerebral palsy. Mrs. Jonas addresses Jasmine’s articulation problems. Mr. Dodds focuses on helping […]

TRUE/FALSE Students with severe or profound hearing loss have more social problems than those with mild hearing loss. TRUE/FALSE Instructional materials and activities for secondary students should teach academic and transition skills. Answer: TRUE TRUE/FALSE Many students who are blind […]

Whichof the following strategies is least likely to promote successful inclusion for students with intellectual disabilities? A) peer tutoring B) common recess time C) collaborative learning D) direct training in social skills TASH is an advocacy organization for people who […]

TRUE/FALSE Generally, the more severe a disability is the earlier it is identified. TRUE/FALSE Voice mail is a costly way to maintain home’school communication. Answer: FALSE TRUE/FALSE Teachers can use Visual Phonics to teach phonemic awareness to deaf and hard-of-hearing […]

Skills that can help improve the success of children with autism in general education classes include all of the following except A) display near zero level problem behavior B) use of secretin therapy C) participate in group lessons D) appropriate […]

The most prevalent method of service delivery to students who receive speech/language services is A) pull-out B) classroom based C) community based D) collaborative consultation Which of the following is not an example of a student with an internalizing behavior? […]

What percentage of individuals with disabilities who are of working age are employed? A) 13% B) 18% C) 27% D) 47% According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistics Center, most spinal cord injuries are the result of A) acts […]

Mrs. Gonzales is evaluating Maria for a possible communication disorder. She asks Maria a series of open-ended questions to evaluate her expressive speech. This type of assessment is known as a A) case history B) functional analysis C) language application […]

TRUE/FALSE Mothers’ estimates of their preschool children’s level of development are similar to those of professionals. TRUE/FALSE Children usually develop mature language without instruction or intervention. Answer: TRUE TRUE/FALSE Intraindividual differences in gifted children may be impacted by culture. Answer: […]

Residual hearing is defined as A) sounds amplified by a hearing aid B) sounds measured by a hearing test C) sounds perceived by a deaf person D) sounds that can no longer be heard after a hearing loss The smallest […]

TRUE/FALSE The federal definition of learning disabilities has been universally accepted. TRUE/FALSE An individualized transition plan must be a part of the IEP once a student attends middle school. Answer: FALSE TRUE/FALSE The Nemeth code consists of braille symbols for […]

TRUE/FALSE On-task behavior usually results in an increase in productivity. TRUE/FALSE Parents are to blame for their child’s emotional problems. Answer: FALSE TRUE/FALSE Asperger syndrome is a mild form of autism. Answer: TRUE Answer: TRUE TRUE/FALSE School districts may exceed […]

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a student with dual sensory impairments? A) emotional detachment B) failure to initiate interactions C) engaging in self-stimulatory behaviors D) appearing to be passive or noncompliant Which of the following statements […]

Which of the following student behaviors best fits the IDEA definition of emotional disturbance? A) Grace has been depressed and withdrawn for 7 months. B) Maggie responds to teasing one day by throwing a chair through a window. C) Page […]

How often does IDEA require teams to review IEP goals and objectives for each child? A) every six months. B) quarterly C) every other month D) annually Which of the following is not required by the Individuals with Disabilities Act? […]

Danielle is not identified as a student who is gifted or talented but has opportunities to participate in some challenging activities for which she shows serious interest. Which model is being used? A) ability grouping B) active problem solving C) […]

Which best describes the treatment and control groups of the Abecedarian Project? A) children receiving early intervention services in school-based settings vs. those receiving them at home B) parents receiving consultation from a parent trainer vs. those provided readings on […]

Brianna’s general education teacher and the speech therapist at her school communicate to make sure that her therapy sessions end before it is time for related arts classes. This is an example of A) consultation B) teaming C) reciprocity D) […]