Special Education Law (IDEA): Legal Framework for Students with Disabilities

Question 1

Which fundamental principle of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ensures that all students with disabilities have the right to a free and appropriate public education (FAPE)?

Accepted Answer

All students with disabilities have the right to a free and appropriate public education (FAPE).

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Students with disabilities should be placed in the most restrictive environment possible.

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Parents do not have a role in their child's educational planning.

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Students with disabilities cannot receive both special education and regular education services.

Question 2

Which of the following is **not** a primary goal of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?

Accepted Answer

To offer financial aid to families of children with disabilities.

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To ensure that all students with disabilities have access to a free and appropriate public education (FAPE).

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To provide early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities.

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To safeguard the rights of students with disabilities.

Question 3

Which Supreme Court case in 1982 established the legal requirement for Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for students with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Pennsylvania Association for Retarded Children (PARC) v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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Brown v. Board of Education

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Board of Education v. Rowley

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Question 4

Under IDEA, which of these is NOT a direct due process right for students with disabilities?

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Right to the least restrictive environment (LRE)

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Prior written notice

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Right to an impartial hearing

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Right to representation

Question 5

In implementing IDEA, which ethical principle is paramount?

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Ensuring equity and fairness for all students

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Prioritizing academic achievement solely

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Excluding students with severe disabilities from general education

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Relying solely on standardized tests to measure student progress

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?

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To ensure students with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education.

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To establish national standards for special education.

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To provide financial aid to families of students with disabilities.

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To train teachers to work with students with disabilities.

Question 7

Which category of disability is NOT included under IDEA?

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Intellectual giftedness

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Autism

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Speech or language impairment

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Learning disability

Question 8

What is the primary responsibility of a special education teacher under IDEA?

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Developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

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Providing direct instruction to students with disabilities.

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Collaborating with general education teachers.

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Advocating for the rights of students with disabilities.

Question 9

What does the principle of least restrictive environment (LRE) mean in the context of special education?

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Students with disabilities should be placed in regular classrooms as much as possible.

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Students with disabilities should only be placed in special education classrooms.

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Students with disabilities should be placed in the most restrictive environment necessary.

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Students with disabilities should be separated from their non-disabled peers.

Question 10

When was the first version of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) enacted into law?

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1975

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1986

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1997

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2008

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of IDEA?

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To limit federal funding for special education

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To ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities

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To protect the rights of parents and students

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To promote evidence-based practices

Question 12

What is a key principle of the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) requirement under IDEA?

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Students with disabilities should be educated in the same classroom as their non-disabled peers whenever possible.

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Special education services should only be provided in separate settings.

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Parents have the right to choose the most restrictive placement for their child.

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Students with disabilities should be isolated from their peers to prevent discrimination.

Question 13

What is the role of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) under IDEA?

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To outline a student's educational goals, accommodations, and services

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To document the student's disability

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To determine the student's eligibility for special education

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To provide funding for special education services

Question 14

Which criticism of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) focuses on its potential to limit flexibility for schools and educators?

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It is too prescriptive, restricting the ability of schools and teachers to tailor education to individual student needs.

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It does not provide enough funding for special education services.

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It creates a culture of low expectations for students with disabilities.

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It is biased against students from low-income families.

Question 15

According to IDEA, what is the definition of "disability"?

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A physical or mental impairment that significantly limits one or more major life activities.

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An inability to learn at the same pace as non-disabled peers.

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A need for specialized educational services.

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A diagnosis from a medical professional.

Question 16

Under IDEA, which entity bears the primary responsibility for ensuring that students with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education (FAPE)?

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The local school district

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The federal government

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The state government

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The student's parents

Question 17

Which of the following represents a significant legislative amendment to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?

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The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA)

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The No Child Left Behind Act

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The Every Student Succeeds Act

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The Individuals with Autism Act

Question 18

How does IDEA promote and support the active involvement of parents in the special education process?

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Implementing all of the above measures.

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Requiring schools to provide parents with information in their native language and accessible formats.

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Granting parents the right to challenge decisions made by the school regarding their child's education.

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Providing funding for parent training and support programs.

Question 19

Which of the following is explicitly excluded as a purpose of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?

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Regulating the use of corporal punishment in special education settings.

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Ensuring that students with disabilities have access to a free and appropriate public education (FAPE).

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Providing early intervention services for infants and toddlers with developmental delays.

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Promoting the use of educational technology for students with disabilities.

Question 20

In the context of special education, what is the term used to describe the comprehensive evaluation process conducted to determine a student's eligibility for special education services?

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Initial evaluation

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Triennial evaluation

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Annual review

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Reevaluation

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in determining eligibility for special education?

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Family income

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Academic achievement

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Behavior

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Disability category

Question 22

What was the primary intent of the IDEA amendments of 2004?

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Ensure access to the general education curriculum for students with disabilities

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Expand the definition of disability

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Increase parental involvement

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Enhance the quality of special education services

Question 23

Which term describes the process of identifying and evaluating students with disabilities to determine their eligibility for special education services?

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Assessment

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Diagnosis

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Placement

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Referral

Question 24

According to IDEA, which of the following principles ensures that students with disabilities are educated in the least restrictive environment possible?

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Least Restrictive Environment

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Due Process

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Free Appropriate Public Education

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Individualized Education Program

Question 25

Which IDEA principle emphasizes educating students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment?

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Providing a free and appropriate public education in the most appropriate general education classroom

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Segregating students with disabilities into separate schools or classrooms

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Relying solely on discipline to manage behavioral challenges

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Excluding parents from decision-making about their child's education

Question 26

A central principle of IDEA ensures that all students with disabilities receive:

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Free and appropriate public education

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Home-based education only

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Segregation from non-disabled peers

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Limited access to general education curriculum

Question 27

As per IDEA requirements, which type of evaluation is essential for determining a student's eligibility for special education services?

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Comprehensive evaluation

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Teacher observation

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Standardized test

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Parent report

Question 28

An Individualized Education Program (IEP) must include:

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Present levels of performance

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Attendance records

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Lunch schedule

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Discipline plan

Question 29

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) prioritizes the:

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Education of students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment (LRE)

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Home-schooling for all students with disabilities

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Physical separation of students with disabilities from non-disabled peers

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Strict adherence to standardized curricula

Question 30

Which federal agency is primarily responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?

Accepted Answer

Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS)

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Department of Education (DOE)

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National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)

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Office of Civil Rights (OCR)

Question 31

Under IDEA, parents of children with disabilities are expected to be:

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Active participants in their child's education

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Disciplinarians for their child's misbehavior

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Passive observers of their child's education

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Sole decision-makers regarding their child's education

Question 32

The primary purpose of a transition plan under IDEA is to:

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Plan for the student's future beyond high school

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Evaluate the student's progress towards graduation

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Provide the student with additional support in their current classes

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Create a detailed schedule for the student's classes

Question 33

Which of the following may qualify a student for special education services under IDEA?

Accepted Answer

Autism

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Discipline problems

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Lack of motivation

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Giftedness

Question 34

**What is the primary purpose of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?**

Accepted Answer

To ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities and provide them with the supports and services they need to succeed academically and developmentally.

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To segregate students with disabilities from their peers and provide them with a separate education.

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To provide financial assistance to families of students with disabilities.

Question 35

**Which of the following is NOT a purpose of IDEA?**

Accepted Answer

To punish parents of children with disabilities.

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To ensure a free and appropriate public education for students with disabilities.

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To provide early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities.

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To protect the rights of students with disabilities.

Question 36

**Under IDEA, what is the term used to describe the process of determining a student's eligibility for special education services?**

Accepted Answer

Evaluation

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Diagnosis

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Assessment

Question 37

**Which of the following is a required component of an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?**

Accepted Answer

Present levels of academic achievement and functional performance

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Parent's occupation

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Student's favorite color

Question 38

**Which of the following is NOT a major principle of IDEA?**

Accepted Answer

Zero Tolerance

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Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)

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Parent and Student Participation

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Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)

Question 39

**A student with a learning disability is struggling in a general education classroom. The IEP team decides to provide the student with supplemental instruction in a smaller group setting. This is an example of which IDEA principle?**

Accepted Answer

Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)

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Parent and Student Participation

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Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)

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Zero Reject

Question 40

**Which of the following is NOT a required component of an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?**

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Student's IQ score

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Measurable Annual Goals

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Special Education and Related Services

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Present Levels of Performance

Question 41

**A student with autism is receiving occupational therapy to improve their fine motor skills. This type of service falls under which category within an IEP?**

Accepted Answer

Related Services

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Special Education

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Evaluations

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Parent and Student Participation

Question 42

**What is the purpose of a Manifestation Determination Review?**

Accepted Answer

To determine if a student's disciplinary action is a result of their disability and to ensure that their discipline is appropriate.

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To identify the student's disability.

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To evaluate the effectiveness of the student's IEP.

Question 43

**Which of the following is an example of a disability covered under IDEA?**

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Specific Learning Disability

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Social Maladjustment

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Giftedness

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Economic Disadvantage

Question 44

Under IDEA, schools must provide assistive technology to students with disabilities. What is the primary reason for this?

Accepted Answer

To enable students with disabilities to access their education and participate in school activities.

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To diagnose the specific disability a student may have.

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To provide therapeutic interventions for students with disabilities.

Question 45

What is the primary purpose of the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for infants and toddlers with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

To outline services and supports tailored to the child and their family's needs.

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To diagnose the child's disability.

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To identify the child's specific educational requirements.

Question 46

What is a key difference between IDEA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act?

Accepted Answer

IDEA focuses specifically on providing special education services, while Section 504 ensures non-discrimination for individuals with disabilities.

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IDEA applies only to public schools, while Section 504 extends to all educational institutions.

Question 47

A student with a physical disability needs a wheelchair ramp to access their classroom. This is an example of what type of accommodation?

Accepted Answer

Environmental Modification

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Assistive Technology

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Curricular Adaptation

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Instructional Support

Question 48

Which principle of IDEA ensures that students with disabilities are educated with their non-disabled peers to the greatest extent possible?

Accepted Answer

Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)

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Parent and Student Participation

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Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)

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Appropriate Evaluation

Question 49

What is the primary purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?

Accepted Answer

To create a personalized plan outlining a student's educational goals and the supports needed to achieve them.

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To determine a student's eligibility for special education services.

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To provide a general overview of a student's academic strengths and weaknesses.

Question 50

Which of the following is NOT a procedural safeguard guaranteed to parents and students under IDEA?

Accepted Answer

The right to dictate the specific curriculum used in the student's classroom.

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The right to an independent educational evaluation (IEE) of the student.

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The right to access and review the student's educational records.

Question 51

Which of the following is a mandated component of an IEP for students who are 16 years old or older?

Accepted Answer

Transition services

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Psychological evaluation

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Behavioral intervention plan (BIP)

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Medical history report

Question 52

In the context of IDEA, what does 'manifestation determination' refer to?

Accepted Answer

A process to determine if a student's disciplinary issue is related to their disability.

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A formal assessment to identify a student's specific learning disability.

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A meeting to revise a student's IEP after a significant change in their needs.

Question 53

Which placement option for students with disabilities, as outlined in IDEA, represents the MOST restrictive environment?

Accepted Answer

Residential school

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General education classroom with support

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Resource room for part of the day

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Special education classroom

Question 54

Which reauthorization of IDEA introduced the requirement for schools to address the needs of students with disabilities in the general education curriculum?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Amendments of 1997

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Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975

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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1990

Question 55

What is the role of the multidisciplinary team in the special education process under IDEA?

Accepted Answer

To collaboratively develop, review, and revise a student's IEP

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To provide legal counsel to the school district regarding IDEA compliance

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To make unilateral decisions about a student's educational placement

Question 56

IDEA requires schools to use evidence-based practices. What does this mean in the context of special education?

Accepted Answer

Schools must use teaching and intervention methods that have been proven effective through research

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Schools are not required to track the progress of students with disabilities

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Schools have complete flexibility to implement any educational approach they deem appropriate

Question 57

What is the purpose of the 'Child Find' provision within IDEA?

Accepted Answer

To actively identify and evaluate children within a school district who may need special education services

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To limit the number of students identified for special education services