Question 1

Because the vast majority of students with ADHD are served in general education classrooms:​

Accepted Answer

A) general education teachers must be certified in teaching students with the disorder. 
B) these students do not receive the education they deserve.​ 
C) teachers must be able to provide appropriate accommodations and interventions.​ 
D) general education teachers should  expect to have paraprofessionals and special educators in when students with ADHD are included. 
A) general education teachers must be certified in teaching students with the disorder. 
B) these students do not receive the education they deserve.​ 
C) teachers must be able to provide appropriate accommodations and interventions.​ 
D) general education teachers should  expect to have paraprofessionals and special educators in when students with ADHD are included. C

Question 2

The idea that a person might possess an invisible or hidden disability is a relatively new phenomenon.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

When identifying students with speech and language disorders, teachers should be sensitive to the age of the student, her or his cultural heritage, and speech standards of the community as they may affect the student's communication abilities.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Students with speech and language impairments may be eligible for services under IDEA if they meet all of the following criteria, EXCEPT a communication disorder such as:​

Accepted Answer

A) poor social skills, which negatively affects the student's educational performance. 
B) impaired articulation, which negatively affects the student's educational performance. 
C) language impairment, which negatively affects the student's educational performance. 
D) stuttering which negatively affects the student's educational performance. 
A) poor social skills, which negatively affects the student's educational performance. 
B) impaired articulation, which negatively affects the student's educational performance. 
C) language impairment, which negatively affects the student's educational performance. 
D) stuttering which negatively affects the student's educational performance.

Question 5

Adaptive behavior can be defined as:

Accepted Answer

A) how well a person copes with the everyday demands and requirements of his or her environment. 
B) how well family members cope and adapt to the behavior of the family member with a disability. 
C) social and practical skills learned by family members in order to adapt to the family member with a disability. 
D) how well a person copes when taught a new behavior. 
A) how well a person copes with the everyday demands and requirements of his or her environment. 
B) how well family members cope and adapt to the behavior of the family member with a disability. 
C) social and practical skills learned by family members in order to adapt to the family member with a disability. 
D) how well a person copes when taught a new behavior.

Question 6

Describe the four basic categories for explaining the etiology of learning disabilities.​

Accepted Answer

The four basic categories for explaining

Question 7

In this era of high stakes assessment and enhanced accountability, teachers must focus on the needs and differences of their pupils and not their strengths and similarities.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A thirteen-year-old student with a language disorder phones her mother who works in a factory with over a thousand employees. When the factory receptionist answers the phone, the student says, "I want to talk to my mother," and gives no other identifying information. This student is exhibiting a problem in which of the five components of language?

Accepted Answer

A) Morphology 
B) Pragmatics 
C) Semantics 
D) Syntax 
A) Morphology 
B) Pragmatics 
C) Semantics 
D) Syntax

Question 9

Discuss 
a)the classifications used in speech and language disorders, including the five components of language
b)the causes of the disorders
c)the characteristics of students labeled under this category.

Accepted Answer

a) The classifications used in speech an

Question 10

The federal definition of a learning disability is useful for both classifying students as well as providing information on effective classroom instruction.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

IDEA describes "intellectual disability" as:​

Accepted Answer

A) an IQ in the low-average range, along with deficits in average functioning. 
B) significantly subaverage general intellectual functioning along with deficits in adaptive functioning.​ 
C) significantly average general intellectual functioning along with other deficits.​ 
D) an IQ in the subaverage range along with deficits in average functioning. 
A) an IQ in the low-average range, along with deficits in average functioning. 
B) significantly subaverage general intellectual functioning along with deficits in adaptive functioning.​ 
C) significantly average general intellectual functioning along with other deficits.​ 
D) an IQ in the subaverage range along with deficits in average functioning.

Question 12

PL 94-142 and its reauthorization as IDEA describe all of the following elements in the definition of a specific learning disability, EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) a disorder in basic psychological processes involved in understanding or using language. 
B) a disorder that manifests itself in an imperfect ability to react appropriately in social situations. 
C) includes conditions such as brain injury and minimal brain dysfunction. 
D) does not include children whose learning disability is primarily the result of environmental, cultural, or economic disadvantage. 
A) a disorder in basic psychological processes involved in understanding or using language. 
B) a disorder that manifests itself in an imperfect ability to react appropriately in social situations. 
C) includes conditions such as brain injury and minimal brain dysfunction. 
D) does not include children whose learning disability is primarily the result of environmental, cultural, or economic disadvantage.

Question 13

It is important to know the cause of a student's intellectual disability if teachers are to construct the best education programs possible for each student.
​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The 2002 AAIDD's classification system for individuals with intellectual disability:​

Accepted Answer

A) was based on three levels of support. 
B) focused on functional as opposed to intellectual limitations. 
C) was based on the concepts of mild, moderate, and severe. 
D) did not bring about any changes. 
A) was based on three levels of support. 
B) focused on functional as opposed to intellectual limitations. 
C) was based on the concepts of mild, moderate, and severe. 
D) did not bring about any changes.

Question 15

The idea of "context" is important for understanding adaptive behavior because behavior is strongly influenced by cultural factors, age, and the appropriateness of an individual's actions in a given situation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

All of the following are confusing and controversial labels that have been used by special educators to describe students with learning disabilities, EXCEPT:​

Accepted Answer

A) neurologically impaired. 
B) slow learner. 
C) remedial reader. 
D) modified learner. 
A) neurologically impaired. 
B) slow learner. 
C) remedial reader. 
D) modified learner.

Question 17

Describe the two schemes that are most widely used in classifying emotional or behavioral disorders.​

Accepted Answer

The two most widely used schemes in clas

Question 18

How has the introduction of the response-to-intervention procedure in IDEA 2004 changed the way students with learning disabilities are identified?

Accepted Answer

The introduction of the response-to-inte

Question 19

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with learning disabilities?​

Accepted Answer

A) Reading difficulties 
B) Below average intellectual ability 
C) Disorders of attention 
D) Difficulties with social skills 
A) Reading difficulties 
B) Below average intellectual ability 
C) Disorders of attention 
D) Difficulties with social skills

Question 20

Compare and contrast the learning and behavioral characteristics of a student with an intellectual disability (e.g., MR)with those of students with a specific learning disability and with ADHD.​

Accepted Answer

Students with intellectual disabilities

Because the vast majority of students with ADHD are served in general education classrooms:

The idea that a person might possess an invisible or hidden disability is a relatively new phenomenon.

When identifying students with speech and language disorders, teachers should be sensitive to the age of the student, her or his cultural heritage, and speech standards of the community as they may affect the student's communication abilities.

Students with speech and language impairments may be eligible for services under IDEA if they meet all of the following criteria, EXCEPT a communication disorder such as:

Adaptive behavior can be defined as:

Describe the four basic categories for explaining the etiology of learning disabilities.

In this era of high stakes assessment and enhanced accountability, teachers must focus on the needs and differences of their pupils and not their strengths and similarities.

Discuss a)the classifications used in speech and language disorders, including the five components of language b)the causes of the disorders c)the characteristics of students labeled under this category.

The federal definition of a learning disability is useful for both classifying students as well as providing information on effective classroom instruction.

IDEA describes "intellectual disability" as:

PL 94-142 and its reauthorization as IDEA describe all of the following elements in the definition of a specific learning disability, EXCEPT:

It is important to know the cause of a student's intellectual disability if teachers are to construct the best education programs possible for each student.

The 2002 AAIDD's classification system for individuals with intellectual disability:

The idea of "context" is important for understanding adaptive behavior because behavior is strongly influenced by cultural factors, age, and the appropriateness of an individual's actions in a given situation.

All of the following are confusing and controversial labels that have been used by special educators to describe students with learning disabilities, EXCEPT:

Describe the two schemes that are most widely used in classifying emotional or behavioral disorders.

How has the introduction of the response-to-intervention procedure in IDEA 2004 changed the way students with learning disabilities are identified?

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with learning disabilities?

Compare and contrast the learning and behavioral characteristics of a student with an intellectual disability (e.g., MR)with those of students with a specific learning disability and with ADHD.

Teaching in Today Apos S Inclusive Classrooms Your Journey Begins

Introducing Universal Design for Learning

Policies Pracclusive Education

Diversity in the Classroom Students With Low Incidence Disabilities

Learners With Gifts and Talents Learners Who Are Curners at Risk

Collaboration and Cooperative Teaching Tools for Teaching All Learners

Designing Learning That Works for All Students

Assessing and Evaluating Learner Progress

Selecting Instructional Strategies for Teaching All Learners

Selecting Behavioral Supports for All Learners

Assistive Technologies and Innovative Learning Tools

Creating Literacy Rich Environments for All Learners

Developing an Understanding of Mathematics in All Learners

Teaching Critical Content in Science and Social Studies to All Learners

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Exam 4: Diversity in the Classroom Learners With High Incidence Disabilities

Because the vast majority of students with ADHD are served in general education classrooms:​

The idea that a person might possess an invisible or hidden disability is a relatively new phenomenon.

When identifying students with speech and language disorders, teachers should be sensitive to the age of the student, her or his cultural heritage, and speech standards of the community as they may affect the student's communication abilities.​

Students with speech and language impairments may be eligible for services under IDEA if they meet all of the following criteria, EXCEPT a communication disorder such as:​

Adaptive behavior can be defined as:

Describe the four basic categories for explaining the etiology of learning disabilities.​

In this era of high stakes assessment and enhanced accountability, teachers must focus on the needs and differences of their pupils and not their strengths and similarities.​

Discuss a)the classifications used in speech and language disorders, including the five components of language b)the causes of the disorders c)the characteristics of students labeled under this category.

The federal definition of a learning disability is useful for both classifying students as well as providing information on effective classroom instruction.​

IDEA describes "intellectual disability" as:​

PL 94-142 and its reauthorization as IDEA describe all of the following elements in the definition of a specific learning disability, EXCEPT:

It is important to know the cause of a student's intellectual disability if teachers are to construct the best education programs possible for each student. ​

The 2002 AAIDD's classification system for individuals with intellectual disability:​

The idea of "context" is important for understanding adaptive behavior because behavior is strongly influenced by cultural factors, age, and the appropriateness of an individual's actions in a given situation.

All of the following are confusing and controversial labels that have been used by special educators to describe students with learning disabilities, EXCEPT:​

Describe the two schemes that are most widely used in classifying emotional or behavioral disorders.​

How has the introduction of the response-to-intervention procedure in IDEA 2004 changed the way students with learning disabilities are identified?

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with learning disabilities?​

Compare and contrast the learning and behavioral characteristics of a student with an intellectual disability (e.g., MR)with those of students with a specific learning disability and with ADHD.​

Teaching in Today Apos S Inclusive Classrooms Your Journey Begins

Introducing Universal Design for Learning

Policies Pracclusive Education

Diversity in the Classroom Students With Low Incidence Disabilities

Learners With Gifts and Talents Learners Who Are Curners at Risk

Collaboration and Cooperative Teaching Tools for Teaching All Learners

Designing Learning That Works for All Students

Assessing and Evaluating Learner Progress

Selecting Instructional Strategies for Teaching All Learners

Selecting Behavioral Supports for All Learners

Assistive Technologies and Innovative Learning Tools

Creating Literacy Rich Environments for All Learners

Developing an Understanding of Mathematics in All Learners

Teaching Critical Content in Science and Social Studies to All Learners

Filters

Because the vast majority of students with ADHD are served in general education classrooms:

When identifying students with speech and language disorders, teachers should be sensitive to the age of the student, her or his cultural heritage, and speech standards of the community as they may affect the student's communication abilities.

Students with speech and language impairments may be eligible for services under IDEA if they meet all of the following criteria, EXCEPT a communication disorder such as:

Describe the four basic categories for explaining the etiology of learning disabilities.

In this era of high stakes assessment and enhanced accountability, teachers must focus on the needs and differences of their pupils and not their strengths and similarities.

The federal definition of a learning disability is useful for both classifying students as well as providing information on effective classroom instruction.

IDEA describes "intellectual disability" as:

It is important to know the cause of a student's intellectual disability if teachers are to construct the best education programs possible for each student.

The 2002 AAIDD's classification system for individuals with intellectual disability:

All of the following are confusing and controversial labels that have been used by special educators to describe students with learning disabilities, EXCEPT:

Describe the two schemes that are most widely used in classifying emotional or behavioral disorders.

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with learning disabilities?

Compare and contrast the learning and behavioral characteristics of a student with an intellectual disability (e.g., MR)with those of students with a specific learning disability and with ADHD.