Illinois Licensure Testing System Special Education 3

Question 1

Which eligibility category under IDEA specifically addresses students with significant deficits in both intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior?

Accepted Answer

Intellectual Disability (ID)

Answer

Intellectual Disability is defined by significant limitations in both intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, originating before age 18.

Question 2

A teacher uses 'errorless learning' with a student with severe disabilities. What does this technique involve?

Accepted Answer

Providing immediate prompts to prevent incorrect responses from occurring

Answer

Errorless learning involves providing immediate prompting to prevent errors, ensuring the student experiences success with each practice opportunity.

Question 3

Which due process protection under IDEA gives parents the right to disagree with the school's evaluation findings?

Accepted Answer

Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)

Answer

An IEE allows parents to obtain an evaluation by an independent qualified examiner at public expense if they disagree with the school's evaluation.

Question 4

What is a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) based upon?

Accepted Answer

Results of a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)

Answer

A BIP is developed using the function identified through an FBA to create proactive strategies and replacement behaviors.

Question 5

In Illinois, which agency oversees special education compliance and monitors IDEA implementation?

Accepted Answer

Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)

Answer

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is responsible for monitoring and enforcing IDEA compliance across all Illinois school districts.

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Illinois Licensure Testing System Special Education 3