Quiz on Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

What does IDEA stand for?

• Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

• International Development Education Act

• Independent Disabilities Education Act

• Inclusive Development Education Act

What is required before providing special education services according to Principle 2 of IDEA?

• An evaluation to determine if the student qualifies as 'child with a disability'

• A financial assessment of the family

• A standardized test score

• A teacher's recommendation

What should the evaluation include according to the IDEA?

• A variety of tools and strategies to gather functional, developmental, and academic information

• Only a single measure or assessment

• A financial assessment

• A teacher's recommendation

What must an IEP contain according to Principle 3?

• Measurable goals

• Financial plans

• Teacher evaluations

• Student attendance records

What is determined first in the IEP process?

• The educational program

• The school location

• The teacher’s schedule

• The student’s hobbies

What must be accommodated in the Least Restrictive Environment?

• Music, art, physical education, and other activities

• Only academic subjects

• Only sports activities

• Only art classes

What should parents do if they have questions about their rights in the IEP process?

• Avoid asking questions

• Wait until the next meeting

• Talk to the Special Education Teacher or IEP team members

• Contact a lawyer immediately

What is one of the procedural safeguards mentioned in the document?

• Financial compensation for parents

• A parental rights notice

• Free transportation for students

• Guaranteed academic success

What is one of the related resources mentioned for further information?

• School financial aid guide

• Prior Written Notice

• Student discipline handbook

• Teacher evaluation criteria

What is the purpose of a Prior Written Notice (PWN)?

• To inform parents about school events

• To notify parents of changes in educational programming

• To provide a summary of student grades

• To announce school holidays