APE Curriculum Design & Program Planning 3

Question 1

According to IDEA, how frequently must a student's IEP be formally reviewed?

Accepted Answer

At least once per year

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Every 6 months

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Every 2 years

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Only when a student changes schools

Question 2

What is the primary focus of transition planning in APE curriculum design for older students?

Accepted Answer

Identifying recreational and leisure physical activities the student can participate in after leaving school

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Preparing students to transition from elementary to middle school physical education

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Transitioning students from an adapted class back to general physical education

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Shifting from motor development focus to sport-specific skills in high school

Question 3

Which of the following BEST describes the role of the APE specialist on the IEP team?

Accepted Answer

To provide assessment data, write APE goals, and recommend services and placement

Answer

To serve as the team chairperson and final decision-maker on placement

Answer

To implement the goals written by the special education coordinator

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To advise on medical treatments related to the student's physical condition

Question 4

Which section of the IEP describes a student's current skills, needs, and how the disability affects participation in physical education?

Accepted Answer

Present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP)

Answer

Annual goals section

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Supplementary aids and services section

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Special education and related services section

Question 5

When is APE considered a 'related service' versus a 'direct special education service' under IDEA?

Accepted Answer

APE is a direct special education service; physical education is the only curricular area specifically named in IDEA

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APE is always classified as a related service, similar to speech therapy

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APE is classified as a related service only when provided outside the school building

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APE is a related service when provided by a certified physical therapist

Question 6

Which data collection method is MOST appropriate for monitoring progress on an APE motor skill goal during instruction?

Accepted Answer

Systematic observation with event or interval recording during each session

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Standardized norm-referenced test administered once per year

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Teacher's subjective rating at the end of each unit

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Parent questionnaire completed at IEP review meetings

Question 7

What is the purpose of conducting a 'program evaluation' in APE?

Accepted Answer

To determine whether the overall APE program is meeting its stated outcomes and quality standards

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To assess individual student performance for IEP goal writing

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To evaluate teacher performance for annual staff reviews

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To compare the APE program to those in neighboring school districts