KPA Supporting Students with Disabilities 2

Question 1

Which approach is most supported by research for improving reading skills in students with dyslexia?

Accepted Answer

Systematic, explicit phonics instruction

Answer

Research strongly supports systematic, explicit phonics instruction as the most effective evidence-based approach for students with dyslexia.

Question 2

Which disability is specifically characterized by significant difficulties in social communication and interaction along with restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior?

Accepted Answer

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Answer

Autism Spectrum Disorder is defined by persistent challenges in social communication and interaction, and the presence of restricted or repetitive behaviors or interests.

Question 3

When a paraeducator uses hand-over-hand assistance to help a student with a physical disability complete a writing task, this is an example of which type of prompt?

Accepted Answer

Physical prompting

Answer

Hand-over-hand assistance is a form of physical prompting in which the educator physically guides the student's movements through the task.

Question 4

A student with an intellectual disability is working on IEP goals related to money management and personal care. These goals fall under which category?

Accepted Answer

Functional goals

Answer

Life skills such as money management and personal care are functional goals addressing a student's ability to independently manage daily activities.

Question 5

Which of the following is a core characteristic of ADHD that commonly affects a student's classroom performance?

Accepted Answer

Challenges with sustained attention and impulse control

Answer

ADHD is characterized by difficulties with attention, hyperactivity, and impulse control, which directly impact a student's ability to perform in the classroom.

KPA - Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment Practice Test

KPA - Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment Practice Test

KPA Supporting Students with Disabilities 2