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Ethics & Legal Responsibilities Flashcards

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  1. Which federal law mandates that students with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE)?

    Answer: IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)

    IDEA mandates that eligible students with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education tailored to their individual needs.

  2. What is the primary purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?

    Answer: To outline specific educational goals and services for a student with a disability

    An IEP is a legally binding document that outlines specific educational goals, accommodations, and services tailored to meet a student with a disability's unique needs.

  3. A teacher assistant should NOT do which of the following with student records?

    Answer: Discuss specific student records in public areas of the school

    Student records are confidential and must not be discussed in public areas where unauthorized individuals could overhear the information.

  4. Which of the following is considered a professional ethical violation for a teacher assistant?

    Answer: Forming a personal friendship with a student on social media

    Forming personal friendships with students on social media violates professional boundaries and is an ethical violation for school employees.

  5. What does 'due process' mean in the context of special education?

    Answer: Legal rights and procedures that protect families when they disagree with special education decisions

    Due process in special education refers to legal rights and procedures that protect families who disagree with decisions made about their child's special education services.

  6. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), schools must:

    Answer: Ensure that students with disabilities have equal access to programs and facilities

    The ADA requires schools to provide equal access to programs, services, and facilities for individuals with disabilities, prohibiting discrimination based on disability status.

  7. If a teacher assistant suspects a colleague is engaged in inappropriate behavior with a student, the appropriate first step is to:

    Answer: Report the concern to the principal or appropriate school authority

    Suspected inappropriate behavior involving a student must be reported immediately to a school administrator to ensure the student's safety.