D662 WGU STUDY GUIDE
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) - Answers :a federal law that helps
students with disabilities receive the support they need to succeed in school
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) - Answers :A principle of IDEA that
guarantees that students with disabilities can access educational services that are
tailored to their needs without incurring cost
Individualized Education Programs (IEP) - Answers :Personalized plans outlining
educational goals and support services for each student with a disability
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) - Answers :a principle of IDEA that aims to include
students with disabilities in general education classrooms to the maximum extent
feasible
13 Eligibility Categories Under IDEA - Answers :eligibility for special education services
under the IDEA depends on whether the child's condition adversely impacts their
education and falls within one of the 13 specific eligibility categories outlined by the law
Inclusive Classrooms - Answers :Classrooms that cater to all learning styles by
employing various teaching strategies; an approach that not only tailors teaching for
individual learners but also fosters a sense of belonging and acceptance among all
students
General Education Classroom with Support - Answers :A student spends the entire
school day in a general education classroom but receives additional support and
services such as tutoring, assistance from aides, specialized technology, related
services, or accommodations.
Partial Mainstream/Inclusion Classroom - Answers :a student splits their time between a
general education classroom and a special education setting; they may receive
individual or small-group instruction in a separate classroom or be pulled out of class for
certain services while spending most of their day in the general education setting
Special Education Class - Answers :students participate in a specialized instructional
program tailored to their specific learning needs
Specialized Program Outside of the School District - Answers :Placing a student in a
program outside the local school district, such as private schools, residential programs,
or hospital programs
Differentiated Instruction - Answers :Adjusting teaching methods to meet individual
student needs
, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) - Answers :An educational framework for designing
flexible learning environments and curricula that provide all students-including those
with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds- equitable access to learning
opportunities.
Roles and Responsibilities of General Education Teachers - Answers :a variety of duties
and expectations placed on general educators to ensure compliance with legal
mandates and effectively support students with disabilities in inclusive classroom
settings
Council for Exceptional Children's Standards for Professional Practice - Answers
:Standards teachers must adhere to in order to support all students effectively
Roles and Responsibilities of Special Education Teachers - Answers :a variety of duties
and expectations placed on special education teachers to use evidence, instructional
data, research, and professional knowledge to inform practice and advocate for
professional conditions and resources that will enhance learning outcomes for
individuals with exceptionalities
Section 504 - Answers :a civil rights law that ensures that students with disabilities have
equal access to education; prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in
any program or activity that receives federal financial assistance
504 Plans - Answers :provide accommodations and supports that remove barriers to
learning and ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities
Accommodations - Answers :Changes or supports that help students access the same
learning materials and complete the same assignments as their peers
Modifications - Answers :A change to the content and skills that students are expected
to learn or master
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 - Answers :schools receiving federal funds
must ensure equal educational access and provide reasonable accommodations for
students with disabilities
Title III - Answers :federal legislation that focuses explicitly on English language
acquisition to support academic success for ELs
English Learners - Answers :Individuals who are learning English as a second (or third,
etc.) language and thus have varying levels of proficiency in English and may need
additional support to access the curriculum
Limited English Proficiency - Answers :Students with language barriers that can hinder
their academic progress
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) - Answers :a federal law that helps
students with disabilities receive the support they need to succeed in school
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) - Answers :A principle of IDEA that
guarantees that students with disabilities can access educational services that are
tailored to their needs without incurring cost
Individualized Education Programs (IEP) - Answers :Personalized plans outlining
educational goals and support services for each student with a disability
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) - Answers :a principle of IDEA that aims to include
students with disabilities in general education classrooms to the maximum extent
feasible
13 Eligibility Categories Under IDEA - Answers :eligibility for special education services
under the IDEA depends on whether the child's condition adversely impacts their
education and falls within one of the 13 specific eligibility categories outlined by the law
Inclusive Classrooms - Answers :Classrooms that cater to all learning styles by
employing various teaching strategies; an approach that not only tailors teaching for
individual learners but also fosters a sense of belonging and acceptance among all
students
General Education Classroom with Support - Answers :A student spends the entire
school day in a general education classroom but receives additional support and
services such as tutoring, assistance from aides, specialized technology, related
services, or accommodations.
Partial Mainstream/Inclusion Classroom - Answers :a student splits their time between a
general education classroom and a special education setting; they may receive
individual or small-group instruction in a separate classroom or be pulled out of class for
certain services while spending most of their day in the general education setting
Special Education Class - Answers :students participate in a specialized instructional
program tailored to their specific learning needs
Specialized Program Outside of the School District - Answers :Placing a student in a
program outside the local school district, such as private schools, residential programs,
or hospital programs
Differentiated Instruction - Answers :Adjusting teaching methods to meet individual
student needs
, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) - Answers :An educational framework for designing
flexible learning environments and curricula that provide all students-including those
with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds- equitable access to learning
opportunities.
Roles and Responsibilities of General Education Teachers - Answers :a variety of duties
and expectations placed on general educators to ensure compliance with legal
mandates and effectively support students with disabilities in inclusive classroom
settings
Council for Exceptional Children's Standards for Professional Practice - Answers
:Standards teachers must adhere to in order to support all students effectively
Roles and Responsibilities of Special Education Teachers - Answers :a variety of duties
and expectations placed on special education teachers to use evidence, instructional
data, research, and professional knowledge to inform practice and advocate for
professional conditions and resources that will enhance learning outcomes for
individuals with exceptionalities
Section 504 - Answers :a civil rights law that ensures that students with disabilities have
equal access to education; prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in
any program or activity that receives federal financial assistance
504 Plans - Answers :provide accommodations and supports that remove barriers to
learning and ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities
Accommodations - Answers :Changes or supports that help students access the same
learning materials and complete the same assignments as their peers
Modifications - Answers :A change to the content and skills that students are expected
to learn or master
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 - Answers :schools receiving federal funds
must ensure equal educational access and provide reasonable accommodations for
students with disabilities
Title III - Answers :federal legislation that focuses explicitly on English language
acquisition to support academic success for ELs
English Learners - Answers :Individuals who are learning English as a second (or third,
etc.) language and thus have varying levels of proficiency in English and may need
additional support to access the curriculum
Limited English Proficiency - Answers :Students with language barriers that can hinder
their academic progress
