PECT Disability Categories and Eligibility

Question 1

Under IDEA, how many disability categories qualify a student for special education services?

Accepted Answer

13 categories

Answer

10 categories

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15 categories

Answer

8 categories

Question 2

What is the difference between an IEP and a 504 Plan?

Accepted Answer

An IEP provides specialized instruction under IDEA; a 504 Plan provides accommodations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

Answer

They are the same document with different names

Answer

A 504 Plan is only for students with physical disabilities

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An IEP is less comprehensive than a 504 Plan

Question 3

What is Response to Intervention (RTI) and how does it relate to special education identification?

Accepted Answer

A multi-tiered approach providing increasing levels of support before considering special education referral

Answer

A single test given to identify learning disabilities

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A discipline system for behavioral issues

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A teacher evaluation framework

Question 4

What role does a multidisciplinary team play in the special education evaluation process?

Accepted Answer

Conducting comprehensive assessments across multiple domains to determine eligibility and educational needs

Answer

Only administering standardized tests

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Making placement decisions without parental input

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Providing therapy services to all students

Question 5

What is the concept of 'least restrictive environment' (LRE) in special education?

Accepted Answer

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

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Students with disabilities should be in separate classrooms at all times

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LRE means the smallest classroom available

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Students should only receive services outside school hours

Question 6

At what age must transition planning be included in a student's IEP under IDEA?

Accepted Answer

By age 16 (or earlier in some states)

Answer

By age 18

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By age 21

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By age 14 only