Special Needs & Inclusion Flashcards
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Under IDEA Part C, which age group is eligible for early intervention services?
Answer: Birth to age 3
IDEA Part C covers infants and toddlers from birth through age 2 (birth to 3), providing early intervention services for those with developmental delays or disabilities.
In early intervention, what is meant by a child's 'natural environment'?
Answer: Settings where typically developing children participate, such as the home or community
Natural environments are settings typical for children without disabilities—such as the home, childcare, or community—where early intervention services should be provided when possible.
Which professional would typically be a required member of a child's IEP team?
Answer: A general education teacher
IDEA requires that at least one general education teacher be part of the IEP team for children who participate or may participate in the general education environment.
What does 'least restrictive environment' (LRE) mean under IDEA?
Answer: Children with disabilities should be educated alongside non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate
LRE means children with disabilities should be educated with non-disabled peers to the greatest extent appropriate, with necessary supports provided.
Which behavior in toddlers may be a potential early indicator of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?
Answer: Lack of eye contact and delayed response to name by 12 months
Limited eye contact and not responding to one's name by 12 months are recognized early red flags for ASD that should prompt further developmental evaluation.
What is the primary purpose of a developmental screening tool such as the ASQ (Ages and Stages Questionnaire)?
Answer: To identify children who may need further evaluation for developmental delays
Developmental screening tools like the ASQ identify children who may be at risk for delays and should receive a more comprehensive diagnostic evaluation—they do not diagnose.
Which strategy best supports a child with hearing loss during group storytime in a childcare setting?
Answer: Positioning the child close to the reader and using visual cues and picture books
Seating a child with hearing loss near the speaker and using visual cues helps them access the activity and participate alongside their peers.