WGU D169 – Terminology Exam 2026
Questions and Answers
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) - Correct answer-Designed to reduce the role
of the Federal Government in mandatng state education policy and to provide more
flexibility
Title III of ESSA - Correct answer-ESSA removes the accountability-related
provisions of NCLB, funds are provided to assist states to implement effective
language instruction programs
EL - Correct answer-English learners
Home Language Survey (HLS) - Correct answer-A tool used to identify potential
Els
State Education Agencies (SEA) - Correct answer-Dictates the local Laws that
LEA must follow
Local Education Agencies (LEA) - Correct answer-Public and public charter
disticts that follow their state's laws and reguations
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,English as a Second Language (ESL) - Correct answer-Techniques, methodology,
and special curriculum designed to teach ELs explicitly to develop their English
language proficiency in all four language domains (speaking, listening, reading,
and writing). Usually provided in English with little use of the ELs' primary
language(s)
Structured English Immersion (SEI) - Correct answer-Program designed to impart
English language skills so that the ELs can transition and succeed in an English-
only mainstream classroom once proficient. Usually provided in English with little
use of the ELs' primary language(s).
Transitional Bilingual Education (TBE), or early-exit bilingual education - Correct
answer-Program that maintains and develops skills in the primary language while
introducing, maintaining, and developing skills in English.
Dual Language or Two-Way Immersion - Correct answer-Bilingual program where
the goal is for students to develop language proficiency in two languages by
receiving instruction in English and another language in a classroom that is usually
comprised of half primary-English speakers and half primary speakers of the other
language.
Individuals with Disabilites Education Act (IDEA) - Correct answer-Education law
requires public schools to meet the unique needs of eligible K-12 students with
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, disabilities. Schools do this by providing services. There are 8 main principles.
Students who qualify for special education services are to receive a free and
appropriate public education.
Section 504 - Correct answer-Civil rights law prohibits disability discrimination at
schools that get federal funding. Schools meet these requirements by removing
barriers to learning.
Americans with Diasbilities Act (ADA) - Correct answer-Civil rights law prohibits
disability discrimination by schools, employers, and anyone who offers goods and
services to the public.
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) - Correct answer-A law that
governs who can see documents and files related to students in schools.
8 core principles for special education - Correct answer-Child find/zero reject
Nondiscriminatory evaluation
Individualized Education Programe (IEP)
Free appropriate public education (FAPE)
Least restrictive environment (LRE)
Related Services
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Questions and Answers
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) - Correct answer-Designed to reduce the role
of the Federal Government in mandatng state education policy and to provide more
flexibility
Title III of ESSA - Correct answer-ESSA removes the accountability-related
provisions of NCLB, funds are provided to assist states to implement effective
language instruction programs
EL - Correct answer-English learners
Home Language Survey (HLS) - Correct answer-A tool used to identify potential
Els
State Education Agencies (SEA) - Correct answer-Dictates the local Laws that
LEA must follow
Local Education Agencies (LEA) - Correct answer-Public and public charter
disticts that follow their state's laws and reguations
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,English as a Second Language (ESL) - Correct answer-Techniques, methodology,
and special curriculum designed to teach ELs explicitly to develop their English
language proficiency in all four language domains (speaking, listening, reading,
and writing). Usually provided in English with little use of the ELs' primary
language(s)
Structured English Immersion (SEI) - Correct answer-Program designed to impart
English language skills so that the ELs can transition and succeed in an English-
only mainstream classroom once proficient. Usually provided in English with little
use of the ELs' primary language(s).
Transitional Bilingual Education (TBE), or early-exit bilingual education - Correct
answer-Program that maintains and develops skills in the primary language while
introducing, maintaining, and developing skills in English.
Dual Language or Two-Way Immersion - Correct answer-Bilingual program where
the goal is for students to develop language proficiency in two languages by
receiving instruction in English and another language in a classroom that is usually
comprised of half primary-English speakers and half primary speakers of the other
language.
Individuals with Disabilites Education Act (IDEA) - Correct answer-Education law
requires public schools to meet the unique needs of eligible K-12 students with
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, disabilities. Schools do this by providing services. There are 8 main principles.
Students who qualify for special education services are to receive a free and
appropriate public education.
Section 504 - Correct answer-Civil rights law prohibits disability discrimination at
schools that get federal funding. Schools meet these requirements by removing
barriers to learning.
Americans with Diasbilities Act (ADA) - Correct answer-Civil rights law prohibits
disability discrimination by schools, employers, and anyone who offers goods and
services to the public.
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) - Correct answer-A law that
governs who can see documents and files related to students in schools.
8 core principles for special education - Correct answer-Child find/zero reject
Nondiscriminatory evaluation
Individualized Education Programe (IEP)
Free appropriate public education (FAPE)
Least restrictive environment (LRE)
Related Services
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