GACE Practice SPED 3

Which of the following best defines criterion-referenced assessment?

• A test comparing a student's performance to that of peers

• A test designed to assess students based on age-equivalent norms

• A test measuring a student's knowledge against defined objectives

• A test primarily used for psychological diagnosis

Which disability most significantly affects a student's sensory integration and social communication?

• Intellectual disability

• Emotional disturbance

• Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Specific learning disability

Which of the following assessments is most likely to be used to observe a student's natural interactions over time?

• Norm-referenced test

• Standardized math test

• Authentic assessment

• Intelligence test

What is the purpose of interrater reliability in assessment?

• To evaluate test scores over time

• To ensure consistency between observers of the same behavior

• To compare student scores to a normative sample

• To validate internal test structure

Which of the following laws ensures that students with disabilities are educated in the least restrictive environment?

• Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

• No Child Left Behind (NCLB)

• Title IX

• Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

A student who exhibits difficulty in both expressive and receptive language may have which of the following conditions?

• Language disorder

• Dysgraphia

• Attention-deficit disorder

• Articulation disorder

What type of test compares a student's performance to a national sample?

• Norm-referenced test

• Criterion-referenced test

• Curriculum-based assessment

• Informal observation

What is a characteristic of effective classroom management in inclusive settings?

• Using punitive consequences for misbehavior

• Avoiding the use of visual schedules

• Communicating high expectations for all students

• Allowing students to create their own seating plan daily

Which term refers to how well a test measures what it is intended to measure?

• Reliability

• Validity

• Normativity

• Usability

A special education teacher regularly meets with a mentor to stay updated on instructional best practices. This is an example of:

• Formal evaluation

• Peer assessment

• Ongoing professional development

• Reflective supervision