TExES 161 Legal and Ethical Foundations

Question 1

Which federal law is the primary legislation governing special education services for students with disabilities in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

Answer

IDEA is the primary federal law that mandates free appropriate public education (FAPE) for students with disabilities and governs special education services.

Question 2

What does FAPE stand for in special education law?

Accepted Answer

Free Appropriate Public Education

Answer

FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education) is the right guaranteed under IDEA for eligible students with disabilities to receive specially designed instruction at no cost to the family.

Question 3

Under IDEA, which term describes the requirement that students with disabilities be educated alongside their non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)

Answer

Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) is the legal requirement under IDEA that students with disabilities be educated with non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate.

Question 4

A student who does not qualify under IDEA may still receive accommodations through which other federal law?

Accepted Answer

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

Answer

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act provides accommodations and protections for students with disabilities who do not qualify for special education services under IDEA.

Question 5

What is the maximum number of days a school district typically has to conduct an initial evaluation for special education eligibility after receiving parental consent?

Accepted Answer

60 days

Answer

Under IDEA, school districts generally must complete an initial evaluation within 60 days of receiving parental consent (some states may have different timelines).

TExES 161 - TExES Special Education EC-12 Practice Test

TExES 161 - TExES Special Education EC-12 Practice Test

TExES 161 Legal and Ethical Foundations