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

Answer

IDEA requires that each student's IEP be reviewed and updated at least annually to ensure it continues to reflect the student's current needs and progress.

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

Answer

Transition planning in APE focuses on preparing students for post-secondary life by identifying accessible community recreation, leisure, and fitness activities they can continue independently after graduation.

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

The APE specialist brings expertise in physical education assessment and programming; their role is to contribute evaluation data, develop appropriate APE goals, and recommend appropriate service delivery and placement.

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

The PLAAFP (also called PLOP or PLEP) section documents the student's current abilities and needs and explicitly states how the disability impacts participation in general education, including physical education.

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

Answer

IDEA specifically names physical education as the only curricular area required for students with disabilities, making APE a direct special education service—not merely a related service like speech or OT.

(APE) Adaptive Physical Education Certification Practice Test

(APE) Adaptive Physical Education Certification Practice Test

APE Curriculum Design & Program Planning 3