Back to the Basics with Special Education

How many different classifications are there?

• 10

• 13

• 15

• 25

Answer explanation

There are 13 different classifications, making it the correct choice.

1. 1. Autism

2. 2. Deaf/blindness

3. 3. Deafness

4. 4. Emotional disturbance

5. 5. Hearing impairment

6. 6. Intellectual Disability

7. 7.Multiple Disabilities

8. 8.Orthopedic Impairment

9. 9. Other Health Impairment

10. 10. Specific Learning Disability

11. 11. Speech or language impairment

12. 12. Traumatic Brain injury

13. 13. Visual Impairment

Can a student with an IEP receive MTSS?

• Yes

• No

Answer explanation

Yes, a student with an IEP (Individualized Education Program) can receive MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) services. MTSS is designed to support all students, including those with special needs.

MTSS is timely and continuous process of identification intervention and analysis that can work in conjunction with special education services while students with disabilities continue to receive targeted services through the SPED program, these students also receive targeted instruction with MTSS.

Who is responsible for a student that has an IEP or a 504?

• Everyone

• Classroom teacher

• Special education teacher

• Resident teacher/instructional aide

Answer explanation

The responsibility for a student with an IEP or a 504 plan falls on everyone involved in their education. This includes the classroom teacher, special education teacher, and instructional aides, as collaboration is key to support.

Which of the following is an example of “Least Restrictive Environment” (Placement options in an IEP)?

• 1. General Education classroom with pull-out services

• 1. Separate Classroom (ie. SLE at WBCS)

• 1. Home schooling

• 1. General Education classroom with accommodations/modifications

Answer explanation

The "Least Restrictive Environment" means placing students in general education settings whenever possible. The correct choice, "General Education classroom with accommodations/modifications," supports inclusion while addressing individual needs.

Who has the final say when it comes to a student's IEP?

• Chair for the committee on special education

• Psychologist

• Parent(s)

• Teacher

Answer explanation

The final say on a student's IEP (Individualized Education Program) rests with the parent(s). They have the ultimate authority to make decisions regarding their child's educational needs and services.

What does the acronym LRE stand for?

Answer explanation

The acronym LRE stands for Least Restrictive Environment, which refers to the educational setting that allows students with disabilities to learn alongside their non-disabled peers to the greatest extent possible.

True or False: A student can receive both ENL and Special Education services

• True

• False

Special education is defined as........

• Instruction for any student who is academically low or has a diagnosis.

• Specially designed instruction to meet the unique needs of individuals with exceptional needs, whose educational needs cannot be met with modification of the general instruction program

• 1. Education that is developed for several students that does not address the needs that result in their disabilities

• 1. Instruction developed to get the student on grade level.

Answer explanation

The correct choice defines special education as tailored instruction for individuals with exceptional needs, ensuring their unique educational requirements are met beyond general modifications.

Which of the following is a key component of a 504 Plan?

• Specialized instruction

• Accommodations to ensure equal access to education

• Behavioral intervention plan

• Extracurricular activity planning

Answer explanation

A 504 Plan focuses on providing accommodations to ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities, rather than specialized instruction or behavioral plans.

Which federal law ensures that children with disabilities receive free and appropriate public education?

• 1. Every Student Succeeds Act

• 1. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

• 1. Americans with Disabilities Act

• 1. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

Answer explanation

-Nations special education law ( Birth -21 years old)

-Have to provide FAPE ( free appropriate public education) and parents have a voice in their child's education