NPC NPC Technology & Assessment in Education

Question 1

When using technology to support a student with a disability, the device or software used is called:

Accepted Answer

Assistive technology

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Educational technology

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Consumer electronics

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Supplemental instruction

Question 2

A student's IEP includes the use of text-to-speech software for written assignments. A paraprofessional's role is to:

Accepted Answer

Ensure the technology is available, functional, and used consistently as specified in the IEP

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Decide independently whether the accommodation is necessary based on the student's daily performance

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Replace the technology with verbal reading by the paraprofessional instead

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Only use the technology during state testing and not in daily instruction

Question 3

Formative assessment differs from summative assessment in that formative assessment:

Accepted Answer

Occurs during the learning process to inform instruction and provide feedback

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Assigns a final grade at the end of a unit

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Is always administered through standardized tests

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Only measures reading and math skills

Question 4

A paraprofessional collects observational data on a student's reading fluency. This data is BEST used to:

Accepted Answer

Share with the supervising teacher to inform instructional planning and IEP updates

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Make final placement decisions independently

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Calculate the student's final grade for the semester

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Compare the student publicly to classmates

Question 5

What is a 'portfolio assessment'?

Accepted Answer

A collection of student work samples over time that demonstrates growth, skills, and progress

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A test administered at the beginning of the year only

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A standardized multiple-choice exam given to all students statewide

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A teacher's verbal report of student performance

Question 6

When a paraprofessional uses a tablet for a learning activity, digital citizenship rules require them to:

Accepted Answer

Ensure students use technology responsibly, safely, and respectfully following school policies

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Allow students unrestricted internet access to encourage exploration

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Avoid using technology because it distracts students

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Let students access any websites without monitoring