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WorksheetsSpecial Education Terminology NYC
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the purpose of accommodations in special education?
To lower academic expectations for students with disabilities
To replace standard assessments with alternative assessments
to give students with disabilities equal access to instruction and assessment
To provide therapy services only to students with physical disabilities
What is the NY State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA)?
A test that all students in NY State must take
A test used to evaluate students with severe cognitive disabilities who cannot participate in standard assessments
An assessment used to determine eligibility for special education services
A placement test for bilingual special education programs
What is an Annual Review in special education?
A one-time meeting when a student first receives an IEP
A meeting held every three years to determine if a student still needs special education services
A yearly meeting to review the student's progress, goals, and services
A review process for determining school placement options
A Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) is based on which of the following?
A teacher's observation of the student’s behavior
A Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA)
A parent's report of the child's behavior at home
A standardized behavior test given by the school
What does the term Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) mean in special education?
Students with disabilities should be educated alongside non-disabled peers as much as possible
Students with disabilities should always be placed in separate classrooms
Students with disabilities should only attend special education schools
Students with disabilities should be removed from general education settings if they struggle academically
What does Transition Services focus on for students with IEPs?
Helping students with disabilities move to another school district
Planning for life after high school, including employment and independent living
Transitioning students from special education to general education programs
Changing IEP services every semester
Which of the following best describes a Related Service in special education?
A specialized academic service curriculum designed specifically for students with disabilities
Direct instructional support provided only by a special education teacher in the classroom
A school-wide intervention program used to address general behavioral concerns in the student population
Services such as occupational therapy, counseling, or speech-language therapy that support a student’s ability to benefit from their educational program
What is the purpose of the Skills and Achievement Commencement (SAC) Credential?
To serve as a high school diploma for students with disabilities who participate in standard assessments
To recognize the skills, strengths, and levels of independence of students with IEPs who participate in alternate assessments
To provide students with a temporary academic credential while they work toward a Regents diploma
To allow students to graduate early if they meet their IEP goals ahead of schedule
A Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) is a plan that is based on the results of a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) to address problem behavior. It includes:
(select all that apply)
The target behavior(s) and goal(s)
Positive behavioral interventions and strategies
Accommodations or modifications
How the plan will be monitored and updated if needed
Which of the following best describes Extended School Year Services (ESY)?
A program for students who need additional academic instruction to prepare for Regents exams
Special education services provided during July and August to prevent substantial regression
A summer camp program designed to help students with disabilities socialize with peers
A transition program that prepares high school students for college coursework
