PECT Professional & Legal Responsibilities

Question 1

Which law guarantees a free appropriate public education (FAPE) for students with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

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No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB)

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Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

To provide a customized educational plan for students with disabilities

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To create a general curriculum for all students

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To replace standardized testing requirements

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To assess teachers’ performance

Question 3

Which legal requirement ensures parental involvement in the special education process?

Accepted Answer

Procedural safeguards under IDEA

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State-mandated assessments

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Teacher evaluations

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Student behavior contracts

Question 4

What is the least restrictive environment (LRE) principle in special education?

Accepted Answer

Educating students with disabilities in the most inclusive setting possible

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Providing one-on-one instruction at all times

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Placing all students with disabilities in specialized schools

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Excluding students with disabilities from general education classrooms

Question 5

Which ethical responsibility must special education teachers uphold?

Accepted Answer

Maintain student confidentiality

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Share student progress with unauthorized individuals

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Disclose medical records to all school staff

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Make academic decisions without parental input

Question 6

What is a due process hearing in special education?

Accepted Answer

A legal proceeding to resolve disputes in special education

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A meeting for routine parent-teacher conferences

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A standardized test for students with disabilities

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A mandatory training session for teachers