Exam 3: Inclusion and Multidisciplinary Collaboration in the Early Childhood and Elementary School Years

The definition of assistive technology includes only high tech devices, such as computers or digital textbooks.

Define multidisciplinary collaboration.

Research in the behavioral sciences supports the claim that early stimulation is critical to the later development of language and self-worth.

Although more costly in the long run, early intervention programs are also more effective.

List three of the required components of the Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) as required in IDEA 2004.

Which law assured a free and appropriate public education to every eligible child with a disability between three and five years of age?

Discuss the guiding principles for the use of Developmentally Appropriate Practices.

During the period of transition from preschool to elementary school programs for children with disabilities, professionals should focus on

Cooperative learning has not been successful in teaching academic skills to students with disabilities.

Early intervention services are most effective if they begin at about age three.

Describe two of the characteristics of effective collaboration in inclusive schools.

Functional skill instruction focuses on

The special education referral process involves

Adaptive fit refers to

Discuss the comprehensive intervention services that are to be provided through Part C of IDEA 2004.

Describe the roles of special education teachers in inclusive classrooms.

An evidence-based inclusive school promotes

is an approach characterized by all supports and services coming to the student in a general education classroom.

Early intervention services may be offered in community settings to provide comprehensive services using developmental and therapeutic models to meet the needs of young children.

Describe the role of the general educator in an inclusive classroom setting.