PECT Collaboration and Family Engagement 2

Question 1

Under IDEA, when must a school provide written notice to parents before changing a child's special education placement?

Accepted Answer

A reasonable time before the proposed change takes effect

Answer

IDEA requires prior written notice a reasonable time before any proposed change in identification, evaluation, or placement.

Question 2

A teacher wants to make a family from a non-English-speaking household feel included at an IEP meeting. What is the most appropriate step?

Accepted Answer

Provide a qualified interpreter and translated documents

Answer

IDEA requires schools to ensure parents understand proceedings, which means providing qualified interpreters and translated materials.

Question 3

Which practice best reflects a strengths-based approach when communicating with families?

Accepted Answer

Opening conversations with what the child does well

Answer

A strengths-based approach begins by acknowledging the child's abilities and assets before addressing needs.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of co-teaching in an inclusive classroom?

Accepted Answer

To share instructional responsibility for all students

Answer

Co-teaching pairs general and special educators who jointly plan and deliver instruction to all students.

Question 5

A parent disagrees with the IEP team's evaluation results. Which option are they entitled to under IDEA?

Accepted Answer

An independent educational evaluation (IEE) at public expense

Answer

Parents who disagree with a school's evaluation may request an IEE at public expense.

(PECT) Special Education PreK-8 Exam Practice Test