WorksheetsUnderstanding PL 94-142 and Its Impact on Special Education
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 4mins
What was the original name of PL 94-142 when it was first passed in 1975?
Education for All Handicapped Children Act
Special Education Act
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Americans with Disabilities Act
What significant change occurred when PL 94-142 was reauthorized in 1990?
Introduction of free public education for all
Addition of traumatic brain injury and autism to the list of disabilities
Elimination of special education programs
Mandatory inclusion of all students in general education classrooms
What is the primary goal of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?
To provide free college education for students with disabilities
To provide financial aid to families of students with disabilities
To segregate students with disabilities into specialized schools
To ensure students with disabilities receive the same general education as those without
What does the 'Least Restrictive Environment' (LRE) clause ensure?
Students with disabilities are homeschooled
Students with disabilities are included in as many regular education classes as possible
Students with disabilities are taught only in special education classrooms
Students with disabilities are taught in separate schools
What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?
A standardized test for students with disabilities
A general education curriculum for all students
A detailed plan tailored to the educational needs of a student with disabilities
A financial plan for families of students with disabilities
What was a major issue for students with disabilities before the enactment of PL 94-142?
They had access to all educational opportunities
They were largely refused access to education
They were given priority in school admissions
They were provided with free college education
What does the 'Zero Reject' policy entail?
Schools can reject students with severe disabilities
Schools can reject students with mild disabilities
Schools cannot refuse to enroll students because of their disabilities
Schools can reject students based on academic performance
Who is involved in the creation of an IEP?
Only special education teachers
Only the school administration
Only the student
Education professionals, parents, and sometimes the student
