Understanding Special Education Acronyms

What does the acronym "COMS" stand for in the context of education for visually impaired students?

• Communication and Orientation Management System

• Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist

• Community Outreach and Management Services

• Comprehensive Orientation and Mobility Services

What is the primary focus of the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC)?

• Academic subjects like math and science

• Skills specific to students with visual impairments

• Physical education and sports

• Language arts and reading

What does "PLAAFP" stand for in the context of an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?

• Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance

• Personal Learning and Academic Achievement Framework

• Professional Learning and Academic Feedback Plan

• Performance Levels and Academic Achievement Framework

Which document outlines the special education services a child will receive?

• IFSP

• ARD

• IEP

• FIE

What is the purpose of a Functional Vision Evaluation (FVE)?

• To assess a student's academic skills

• To evaluate a student's use of vision in daily activities

• To determine a student's physical fitness level

• To assess a student's communication skills

What does "FAPE" stand for in the context of special education?

• Free and Appropriate Public Education

• Federal Assistance for Public Education

• Free Access to Public Education

• Federal Aid for Public Education

What is the role of a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI)?

• To provide general education to all students

• To support students with visual impairments in accessing the curriculum

• To conduct physical education classes

• To manage school administrative tasks

What does "LRE" stand for in the context of special education?

• Least Restrictive Environment

• Learning Resource Environment

• Limited Resource Education

• Learning and Resource Enhancement

Which organization is responsible for providing services to individuals with disabilities in Texas?

• TSBVI

• TWC

• HHSC

• LEA

What is the purpose of an Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meeting?

• To evaluate a student's physical health

• To plan and review a student's IEP

• To assess a student's academic performance

• To conduct a psychological evaluation