Special Education Fundamentals & Inclusion Strategies Flashcards

A student who receives special education services transitions to a new grade. Which document ensures that the student's services and accommodations continue without interruption?

Answer: The current IEP, which transfers with the student

The student's current IEP remains in effect and transfers with the student to ensure continuity of services during transitions.

Which of the following is an example of 'instructional scaffolding' for a student with a language processing disorder?

Answer: Pre-teaching key vocabulary before a lesson and using graphic organizers during instruction

Pre-teaching vocabulary and graphic organizers provide language scaffolds that support comprehension for students with language processing difficulties.

A paraprofessional overhears a student with a disability being verbally bullied by peers. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action?

Answer: Intervene calmly, stop the bullying behavior, and report the incident to the supervising teacher

Paraprofessionals must intervene immediately in bullying situations and report them to teachers, as students with disabilities are at higher risk for bullying.

Which of the following communication disorders is characterized by disruptions in the flow of speech, such as repetitions, prolongations, or blocks?

Answer: Fluency disorder (stuttering)

Fluency disorders, including stuttering, involve disruptions in the rhythm and flow of speech rather than sound production or language comprehension.

When a paraprofessional observes a student exhibiting signs of abuse or neglect, what is the CORRECT course of action?

Answer: Report observations immediately to the appropriate school personnel or authorities, as paraprofessionals are mandated reporters

Paraprofessionals are mandated reporters required by law to report suspected abuse or neglect to designated school staff or authorities immediately.

An IEP team is discussing transition services for a 16-year-old student with a disability. Under IDEA, what must transition planning address?

Answer: Post-secondary education, vocational training, employment, independent living, and community participation as applicable

IDEA requires transition planning to address a coordinated set of activities focused on post-secondary education, training, employment, and where appropriate, independent living.

Which of the following BEST describes the paraprofessional's role in promoting student independence during inclusion activities?

Answer: Gradually fading proximity and support as the student demonstrates competence

Fading proximity and support as competence grows builds student independence and prevents learned helplessness.