ALT Individualized Education Plans & Adaptations 2

Question 1

A student's IEP includes a goal to 'improve reading fluency.' Which SMART goal revision best meets federal requirements?

Accepted Answer

The student will read grade-level text at 90 wpm with 95% accuracy by May 1.

Answer

SMART IEP goals must be Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, as the first option demonstrates.

Question 2

Under IDEA, which team member's participation in an IEP meeting can be excused in writing if their curriculum area is not being modified?

Accepted Answer

A general education teacher whose subject is not being discussed

Answer

IDEA allows a general education teacher to be excused from an IEP meeting if their area of curriculum is not being modified, provided the parent consents in writing.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) in relation to a student's IEP?

Accepted Answer

To outline positive strategies that address behaviors impeding learning

Answer

A BIP provides proactive, positive behavioral supports and strategies to address behaviors that interfere with learning, and it is tied to a Functional Behavioral Assessment.

Question 4

A student with a visual impairment requires all printed materials in Braille. Under IDEA, this is documented as a:

Accepted Answer

Supplementary aid and service

Answer

Braille materials are a supplementary aid and service that support the student's access to the general curriculum in the least restrictive environment.

Question 5

A parent disagrees with their child's IEP placement and requests mediation. Who typically facilitates this process?

Accepted Answer

A trained, impartial mediator provided at no cost by the state

Answer

IDEA requires states to offer voluntary mediation conducted by an impartial mediator trained in special education law, at no cost to the parent.

(ALT) Alternative Learning Teacher Certification Practice Test

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ALT Individualized Education Plans & Adaptations 2