CCP Special Needs & Inclusion 3

Question 1

What is a key difference between an IEP and an IFSP?

Accepted Answer

An IFSP is for children birth to age 3 and includes family goals; an IEP is for children ages 3 and up and focuses on the child's educational needs

Answer

The IFSP serves children birth to 3 and is family-centered, while the IEP serves children ages 3 and older and is focused on the child's educational goals.

Question 2

Which instructional approach uses typically developing peers to model skills and support learning for children with special needs?

Accepted Answer

Peer-mediated instruction

Answer

Peer-mediated instruction involves typically developing peers in structured activities that help children with disabilities develop social and academic skills through natural interactions.

Question 3

What is sensory processing disorder, and how might it appear in a childcare setting?

Accepted Answer

A condition in which the brain has difficulty interpreting sensory input, causing children to be over- or under-responsive to stimuli

Answer

Sensory processing disorder involves difficulty organizing and responding to sensory information, which may cause a child to be overly sensitive to noise or touch, or to seek out intense sensory input.

Question 4

What is the most appropriate childcare provider response when a child with Down syndrome struggles to complete a fine motor task?

Accepted Answer

Offer targeted support and break the task into smaller steps while allowing the child to attempt each step

Answer

Breaking tasks into smaller steps and providing targeted support respects the child's effort, builds skills, and promotes as much independence as possible.

Question 5

What does 'transition planning' refer to when a child with disabilities is moving from early intervention (Part C) to preschool services (Part B)?

Accepted Answer

A required process to prepare the child and family for the shift to new services by age 3

Answer

Transition planning is a required IDEA process that begins before a child's third birthday to ensure a smooth, coordinated move from Part C early intervention to Part B preschool special education services.

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CCP Special Needs & Inclusion 3