SPED 5301 QUIZ 1 UPDATED ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Question:
1. What technology tools are mentioned in the text that can support students with learning disabilities?
Answer:
text-to-speech software, Apps like Natural Reader, MIddle School Math Planet, SparkNotes;
Question:
2. The definition of learning disabilities is debated within the field. The Federal definition which is the
most widely used, was first articulated in P.L. 94-142. It is a definition of exclusion. The newest
definition of specific learning disabilities states that the disorder is of biological origin which
manifests itself in learning difficulties and problems acquiring academic skills. Those with learning
disabilities function markedly below age level. The problems are unrelated to intellectual disabilities,
developmental disorders, or neurobiological or motor disorders. This definition is provided by which
of the following organizations/entities?
Answer:
the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnosis and Statistical Manual, 5th edition
Question:
3. The traditional approach to identifying the presence of learning disabilities was known as the "wait
to fail" model because students needed to progress far enough in school and experience significant
academic frustration to be considered as having learning disabilities. What approach is replacing the
traditional approach for the identification of learning disabilities?
Answer:
Response to Intervention (RtI)
Question:
4. Identify Anna's exceptionality. Anna believes she has to work harder than most other students to
learn and make lots of lists to help with remembering things such as taking home the correct books,
remembering to do things on time, keeping up with long term assignments. She needs to set two alarm
clocks to be sure that she wakes up on time because it is difficult for her to wake up. Anna has
problems with attention and organizing her time. She enjoys playing sports and working outdoors.
Answer:
ADHD
Question:
5. Students with ADHD usually exhibit _______________with two or more disabilities such as
emotional disabilities and/or other health impairments. Additionally, they may also exhibit psychiatric
disorders such as emotional impulsivity, disruptive behavior, oppositional defiant behaviors,
aggression, and anxiety. Identify the exceptionality.
Answer:
comorbidity
Question:
6. Who can make eligibility decisions for special education services for ADHD?
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Question:
1. What technology tools are mentioned in the text that can support students with learning disabilities?
Answer:
text-to-speech software, Apps like Natural Reader, MIddle School Math Planet, SparkNotes;
Question:
2. The definition of learning disabilities is debated within the field. The Federal definition which is the
most widely used, was first articulated in P.L. 94-142. It is a definition of exclusion. The newest
definition of specific learning disabilities states that the disorder is of biological origin which
manifests itself in learning difficulties and problems acquiring academic skills. Those with learning
disabilities function markedly below age level. The problems are unrelated to intellectual disabilities,
developmental disorders, or neurobiological or motor disorders. This definition is provided by which
of the following organizations/entities?
Answer:
the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnosis and Statistical Manual, 5th edition
Question:
3. The traditional approach to identifying the presence of learning disabilities was known as the "wait
to fail" model because students needed to progress far enough in school and experience significant
academic frustration to be considered as having learning disabilities. What approach is replacing the
traditional approach for the identification of learning disabilities?
Answer:
Response to Intervention (RtI)
Question:
4. Identify Anna's exceptionality. Anna believes she has to work harder than most other students to
learn and make lots of lists to help with remembering things such as taking home the correct books,
remembering to do things on time, keeping up with long term assignments. She needs to set two alarm
clocks to be sure that she wakes up on time because it is difficult for her to wake up. Anna has
problems with attention and organizing her time. She enjoys playing sports and working outdoors.
Answer:
ADHD
Question:
5. Students with ADHD usually exhibit _______________with two or more disabilities such as
emotional disabilities and/or other health impairments. Additionally, they may also exhibit psychiatric
disorders such as emotional impulsivity, disruptive behavior, oppositional defiant behaviors,
aggression, and anxiety. Identify the exceptionality.
Answer:
comorbidity
Question:
6. Who can make eligibility decisions for special education services for ADHD?
