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WorksheetsChapters 5-7 Review
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 19mins
In most cases, the cause of a learning disability is:
Physiological
Not known
Curricular
Environmental
The term learning disabilities refers to:
A specific medical condition resulting in difficult learning
A diverse group of disorders impacting learning
A group of students that are unable to learn
Any difficulty in learning
What are accommodations? Please share examples
Recent research concerning the cause of ADHD reveals:
Diet plays a major role in hyperactivity
Video games and TV alter brain functions
ADHD cannot be explained because it does not truly exist
It is the result of a disorder of the brain and contributing factors from environmental and physiological factors
Identify at 3-5 key characteristics that are associated with ADD/ADHD.
Which of the following is true about an educational diagnosis of ADHD?
No testing is required if a student already has a medical diagnosis of ADHD
Its main purpose is to qualify the student for special education services
Educational diagnoses can be used to receive medication without Dr. approval
If qualifies, the student receives services under the category of learning disabilities
What is the formal category name (established in IDEA) for students who have emotional and behavioral disorders?
Emotional Disturbance
Emotional Behavioral Disorders
Social-Emotional Delays
Mental Health Disorders
Share at least one tip or strategy for working with students who experience emotional/behavioral problems.
What is the purpose of a functional behavior assessment (FBA)?
To determine the cause for the student’s behavior and what interventions would be best
To identify a student’s risk level for self-harm or suicidal behaviors
To diagnose a child with an emotional behavioral disorder
To create a specific plan for how the team will proactively/reactively respond to behaviors
Outside of just academic difficulties, what are other cognitive or social/emotional impacts that students with learning disabilities are more likely to experience?
What are modifications? Please share examples
When selecting appropriate accommodations and modifications for a student, what two key factors should teachers focus on?
The student's disability diagnosis
The specific strengths & needs of the student
the assignment/activity being provided to the student
The amount of time & prep required for the accommodation/ modification
