CNE Special Needs & Behavioral Support Flashcards
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What does IEP stand for in the context of supporting children with special needs?
Answer: Individual Education Plan
An IEP (Individual Education Plan) is a legally mandated document outlining tailored goals and services for a child with a disability.
Which behavioral support strategy involves rewarding desired behaviors to increase their frequency?
Answer: Positive reinforcement
Positive reinforcement adds a desirable stimulus following a behavior to make that behavior more likely to recur.
A nanny educator notices a child becomes agitated before transitions between activities. What proactive strategy is most appropriate?
Answer: Give a 5-minute verbal warning before each transition
Providing advance warnings reduces anxiety around transitions by helping children anticipate and prepare for change.
Sensory processing disorder primarily affects a child's ability to:
Answer: Interpret and respond to sensory input
Sensory processing disorder interferes with how the brain receives and responds to information coming through the senses.
Which law in the United States mandates that children with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education?
Answer: IDEA
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ensures eligible children with disabilities receive special education and related services.
When a child repeatedly engages in a specific disruptive behavior, the first step a CNE should take is to:
Answer: Conduct a functional behavior assessment
A functional behavior assessment identifies the purpose or function of a behavior, which is essential before designing an effective intervention.