TEXES Special
Education Ec-12
(161)Exam with
Question And
Correct Answers
,During extracurricular events, a third-grade student with emotional/behavioral needs gets so excited
during the transition that his behavior becomes difficult to manage. The third-grade general education
teacher has asked the special education teacher not to send the disruptive student during these times.
Which of the following would be the best way for the special education teacher to deal with this
problem? - correct answer-help regular ed teacher arrange for additional staff during extracurricular
events
A student with high functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder is attending a 7th-grade inclusion class. The
student has difficulty with transitioning from one area of campus to another or between activities within
the classroom. Which of the following strategies would be most effective for the special education
teacher in the 7th-grade inclusion class to first try to facilitate a successful transition for the student? -
correct answer-post a visual schedule
Mr. Smith, a special education teacher, is planning instruction for a new student that uses a walker for
mobility. The student attends the regular education mathematics class. In collaboration with the regular
education teacher regarding lesson plans, they should first consider the - correct answer-environmental
conditions
To monitor progress toward a student's annual Individualized Education Program (IEP) goal, the special
education teacher is using a portfolio based assessment. A principal benefit of using this type of
assessment will provide the teacher with - correct answer-several types of data and materials to
measure progress.
An elementary student with Asperger Syndrome is receiving speech therapy services. The therapist is
more than likely working on oral language development in which of the following areas? - correct
answer-usage of appropriate intonation and inflection
The IEP team is developing a transition plan for a 15-year-old student with Down syndrome who will be
entering high school. To most effectively engage the parents as collaborative partners in the transition
planning process, the service coordinator or special education teacher should do which of the following?
- correct answer-Ask the parents to come prepared to share future visions for the student, including
concerns and resources
It is time for the annual IEP meeting for a 4th grade EL student. The parents require the services of an
interpreter, which has been arranged. It is the first time that the special education teacher is meeting
with the parents. During the meeting, the teacher looks at the interpreter as she asks questions. As the
interpreter asks the parents' questions and listens to responses, the teacher looks down and records
, meeting notes. The most significant problem with the teacher's approach is that - correct answer-She
does not value the parents as the responsible party with information to share.
A special education teacher is planning instruction for an elementary student with moderate intellectual
disabilities. For the student to make maximum gains, which education approach should the teacher
consider? - correct answer-focus on guided discovery learning
During an IEP meeting, to determine placement for a special education student in the least restrictive
environment (LRE), which factor listed below should be used as a guide? - correct answer-The services
needed by the student, considering frequency, duration, and intensity.
An IEP team is having a meeting for a 5th-grade student with Autism, who has experienced some
challenges with transitions. The parents are unable to attend the meeting for their child. During the
meeting, the IEP team recommends making adult support and daily routine changes to improve
transitions. In the given situation, the IEP team is obligated to - correct answer-Document team
recommendations along with reasons and send the information to the parents
During a co-teaching lesson, the special education teacher observed two 4th grade students from the
same cultural background having difficulty paying attention during a read-aloud. The special education
teacher is concerned that the students may have undiagnosed attention disorders. Which of the
following should the teacher consider first as she reflects on the two students in the culturally diverse
reading class? - correct answer-Student's culture influence how they learn and may not be compatible
with the stories chosen by the teacher.
A student with Autism Spectrum Disorder is attending a regular 3rd-grade class but spends most of her
time with the paraprofessional in the back of the classroom working on activities intended to prepare
her for inclusion in the class. The regular education teacher provided little effort to engage the student.
After collaborating with the regular education teacher about including the student in class activities, the
special education teacher agreed to assist her by coming into the regular classroom more to
demonstrate ways to effectively engage the student with peers. The actions of the special education
teacher best show an understanding of - correct answer-advocating for the supports and rights of
students with special needs.
Amanda is in the evaluation process to determine if she qualifies for special education services. The
social worker on the pupil appraisal team wants to conduct an ecological assessment on her. This
assessment includes which of the following? - correct answer-a classroom observation
Education Ec-12
(161)Exam with
Question And
Correct Answers
,During extracurricular events, a third-grade student with emotional/behavioral needs gets so excited
during the transition that his behavior becomes difficult to manage. The third-grade general education
teacher has asked the special education teacher not to send the disruptive student during these times.
Which of the following would be the best way for the special education teacher to deal with this
problem? - correct answer-help regular ed teacher arrange for additional staff during extracurricular
events
A student with high functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder is attending a 7th-grade inclusion class. The
student has difficulty with transitioning from one area of campus to another or between activities within
the classroom. Which of the following strategies would be most effective for the special education
teacher in the 7th-grade inclusion class to first try to facilitate a successful transition for the student? -
correct answer-post a visual schedule
Mr. Smith, a special education teacher, is planning instruction for a new student that uses a walker for
mobility. The student attends the regular education mathematics class. In collaboration with the regular
education teacher regarding lesson plans, they should first consider the - correct answer-environmental
conditions
To monitor progress toward a student's annual Individualized Education Program (IEP) goal, the special
education teacher is using a portfolio based assessment. A principal benefit of using this type of
assessment will provide the teacher with - correct answer-several types of data and materials to
measure progress.
An elementary student with Asperger Syndrome is receiving speech therapy services. The therapist is
more than likely working on oral language development in which of the following areas? - correct
answer-usage of appropriate intonation and inflection
The IEP team is developing a transition plan for a 15-year-old student with Down syndrome who will be
entering high school. To most effectively engage the parents as collaborative partners in the transition
planning process, the service coordinator or special education teacher should do which of the following?
- correct answer-Ask the parents to come prepared to share future visions for the student, including
concerns and resources
It is time for the annual IEP meeting for a 4th grade EL student. The parents require the services of an
interpreter, which has been arranged. It is the first time that the special education teacher is meeting
with the parents. During the meeting, the teacher looks at the interpreter as she asks questions. As the
interpreter asks the parents' questions and listens to responses, the teacher looks down and records
, meeting notes. The most significant problem with the teacher's approach is that - correct answer-She
does not value the parents as the responsible party with information to share.
A special education teacher is planning instruction for an elementary student with moderate intellectual
disabilities. For the student to make maximum gains, which education approach should the teacher
consider? - correct answer-focus on guided discovery learning
During an IEP meeting, to determine placement for a special education student in the least restrictive
environment (LRE), which factor listed below should be used as a guide? - correct answer-The services
needed by the student, considering frequency, duration, and intensity.
An IEP team is having a meeting for a 5th-grade student with Autism, who has experienced some
challenges with transitions. The parents are unable to attend the meeting for their child. During the
meeting, the IEP team recommends making adult support and daily routine changes to improve
transitions. In the given situation, the IEP team is obligated to - correct answer-Document team
recommendations along with reasons and send the information to the parents
During a co-teaching lesson, the special education teacher observed two 4th grade students from the
same cultural background having difficulty paying attention during a read-aloud. The special education
teacher is concerned that the students may have undiagnosed attention disorders. Which of the
following should the teacher consider first as she reflects on the two students in the culturally diverse
reading class? - correct answer-Student's culture influence how they learn and may not be compatible
with the stories chosen by the teacher.
A student with Autism Spectrum Disorder is attending a regular 3rd-grade class but spends most of her
time with the paraprofessional in the back of the classroom working on activities intended to prepare
her for inclusion in the class. The regular education teacher provided little effort to engage the student.
After collaborating with the regular education teacher about including the student in class activities, the
special education teacher agreed to assist her by coming into the regular classroom more to
demonstrate ways to effectively engage the student with peers. The actions of the special education
teacher best show an understanding of - correct answer-advocating for the supports and rights of
students with special needs.
Amanda is in the evaluation process to determine if she qualifies for special education services. The
social worker on the pupil appraisal team wants to conduct an ecological assessment on her. This
assessment includes which of the following? - correct answer-a classroom observation
