HSC Special Education and Inclusive Practices

Question 1

What federal law mandates that students with disabilities receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

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No Child Left Behind Act

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Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Question 2

What does IEP stand for in the context of special education?

Accepted Answer

Individualized Education Program

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Individual Evaluation Plan

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Integrated Education Protocol

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Instructional Enhancement Plan

Question 3

Under IDEA, how frequently must an IEP be reviewed and updated at a minimum?

Accepted Answer

Annually

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Every six months

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Every two years

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Every three years

Question 4

Which disability category is the most prevalent among students served under IDEA?

Accepted Answer

Specific Learning Disability

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Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Intellectual Disability

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Speech or Language Impairment

Question 5

What is the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) principle?

Accepted Answer

Students with disabilities should be educated alongside non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate

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Students with disabilities must be placed in separate classrooms

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Students with disabilities should only receive instruction at home

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Students with disabilities must attend specialized schools

Question 6

A student who does not qualify for services under IDEA may still receive support through which plan?

Accepted Answer

A 504 Plan

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An RTI Plan

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A Behavior Support Plan

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A Gifted Education Plan

Question 7

What age range does IDEA cover for special education services?

Accepted Answer

Birth to age 21

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Birth to age 18

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Ages 3 to 21

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Ages 5 to 18