Early Intervention and PreK Services Flashcards

Which evidence-based early intervention approach embeds learning opportunities within a child's daily routines and activities rather than in isolated therapy sessions?

Answer: Routine-based intervention

Routine-based intervention is an evidence-based practice that capitalizes on naturally occurring learning opportunities embedded in the child's everyday routines.

In an inclusive preschool setting, the primary role of the early childhood special education teacher is to:

Answer: Collaborate with general education teachers to support all children, especially those with IEPs

In inclusive settings, early childhood special educators work collaboratively with general education teachers to adapt instruction and ensure children with IEPs receive appropriate support.

Which of the following assessments is most appropriate for evaluating a toddler's developmental status for IDEA Part C eligibility?

Answer: Battelle Developmental Inventory

The Battelle Developmental Inventory is a norm-referenced tool designed for children birth through age 7, covering multiple developmental domains relevant to Part C eligibility.

Play-based assessment is valued in early childhood special education primarily because it:

Answer: Allows observation of authentic skills in natural, low-stress contexts

Play-based assessment captures children's genuine abilities in familiar contexts, providing a more complete picture of development than structured testing alone.

Which federal law mandates free appropriate public education (FAPE) for preschool children with disabilities ages 3–5?

Answer: IDEA Part B

IDEA Part B (including Section 619 for ages 3–5) mandates FAPE for children with disabilities, extending school-age rights to preschool-aged children.

The purpose of a Child Find evaluation for a preschool-aged child is primarily to:

Answer: Determine whether the child is eligible for special education and related services

Child Find evaluations are conducted to determine eligibility for special education services under IDEA; placement and IEP development occur only after eligibility is confirmed.

When designing an inclusive early childhood environment using Universal Design for Learning (UDL), which principle is most central?

Answer: Offering multiple means of representation, engagement, and expression

UDL's three core principles — multiple means of representation, engagement, and action/expression — make learning accessible to all children, including those with disabilities.