ALT Individualized Education Plans & Adaptations 3

Question 1

Which of the following is the BEST example of a curriculum modification (as opposed to an accommodation) for a student with an intellectual disability?

Accepted Answer

Reducing the number of math problems required and lowering complexity

Answer

Modifications change the content or performance expectations, while accommodations change how the student accesses or demonstrates knowledge without altering standards.

Question 2

A secondary student with a learning disability wants to become a graphic designer. Under IDEA transition planning requirements, the IEP must include goals related to:

Accepted Answer

Postsecondary education, vocational training, employment, and independent living

Answer

IDEA requires transition IEPs for students 16 and older (or younger per state law) to address postsecondary education/training, employment, and where appropriate, independent living skills.

Question 3

A student's IEP specifies speech-language services. In which document is the frequency, duration, and location of these services recorded?

Accepted Answer

The IEP's related services section

Answer

Related services such as speech-language therapy must be documented in the IEP with specifics about frequency, duration, and delivery setting.

Question 4

A teacher notices a student eligible for special education is consistently excluded from field trips. This likely violates which IEP principle?

Accepted Answer

Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)

Answer

LRE requires that students with disabilities participate in nonacademic and extracurricular activities with nondisabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate.

Question 5

Which assessment is the FIRST step before developing a Behavior Intervention Plan for a student whose behavior impedes learning?

Accepted Answer

Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA)

Answer

IDEA requires a Functional Behavioral Assessment to identify the function of problem behavior before designing interventions in a BIP.

(ALT) Alternative Learning Teacher Certification Practice Test

(ALT) Alternative Learning Teacher Certification Practice Test

ALT Individualized Education Plans & Adaptations 3