WGU D635 Study Guide (2026/2027
Syllabus)
Key Concepts: Inclusive Classrooms,
IDEA, and Instructional Strategies
Part 1: Legal Foundations and Key Legislation (IDEA, Section 504,
Title III)
1. What is the primary purpose of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
(IDEA)?
ANSWER ✓ IDEA is a federal law that ensures students with disabilities have access to a
free appropriate public education (FAPE) tailored to their individual needs .
2. How many disability categories are recognized under the Individuals with
Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?
ANSWER ✓ 13 .
3. According to IDEA, what must be included as a key component of a student's
Individualized Education Program (IEP)?
ANSWER ✓ Annual goals and the duration of services .
4. What does the term "Least Restrictive Environment" (LRE) emphasize for
students with disabilities?
ANSWER ✓ Students with disabilities should be educated alongside their non-disabled
peers to the greatest extent appropriate .
5. Which situation exhibits the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) of general
education with support?
ANSWER ✓ A student is taught entirely in a classroom with non-special-education peers
while using specialized technology and a few accommodations .
6. What is a general education teacher responsible for under IDEA when teaching a
student with a disability?
ANSWER ✓ Communicating regularly and effectively with the student and their family,
and working with the special education teacher to supervise the paraprofessional .
, 7. What are three responsibilities of a general education teacher under IDEA?
ANSWER ✓ Collaborating with special education teachers, planning lessons for all
students, and assessing student learning .
8. What does IDEA require of special education teachers regarding professional
conduct?
ANSWER ✓ Avoid any actions that may harm individuals with exceptionalities, adhere to
professional ethics, and demonstrate professionalism by maintaining high competence
and integrity .
9. What is the primary goal of an IEP for a student with a disability?
ANSWER ✓ To outline specific goals and services tailored to the individual needs of the
student .
10. What does Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act aim to protect in educational
settings?
ANSWER ✓ Prohibition of disability discrimination; it ensures equal access to public
education for students with disabilities .
11. What is a critical strategy for effectively implementing 504 plans in the
classroom?
ANSWER ✓ Reviewing each student's plan thoroughly and addressing challenges with
flexibility .
12. What is the primary difference between accommodations and modifications?
ANSWER ✓ Accommodations change how students learn (e.g., extra time), while
modifications change what they learn (e.g., fewer questions) .
13. A student is in a hospital program with unique capabilities required by the IEP.
What is the name of this LRE placement?
ANSWER ✓ Specialized outside program .
14. What is the name of the federal law that assists English learners (ELs) in
meeting challenging academic standards?
ANSWER ✓ Title III of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act .
15. What is a key strategy used by teachers for meeting the requirements of Title
III for English learners?
ANSWER ✓ Using simplified language and providing materials in students' home
languages alongside English .
Syllabus)
Key Concepts: Inclusive Classrooms,
IDEA, and Instructional Strategies
Part 1: Legal Foundations and Key Legislation (IDEA, Section 504,
Title III)
1. What is the primary purpose of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
(IDEA)?
ANSWER ✓ IDEA is a federal law that ensures students with disabilities have access to a
free appropriate public education (FAPE) tailored to their individual needs .
2. How many disability categories are recognized under the Individuals with
Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?
ANSWER ✓ 13 .
3. According to IDEA, what must be included as a key component of a student's
Individualized Education Program (IEP)?
ANSWER ✓ Annual goals and the duration of services .
4. What does the term "Least Restrictive Environment" (LRE) emphasize for
students with disabilities?
ANSWER ✓ Students with disabilities should be educated alongside their non-disabled
peers to the greatest extent appropriate .
5. Which situation exhibits the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) of general
education with support?
ANSWER ✓ A student is taught entirely in a classroom with non-special-education peers
while using specialized technology and a few accommodations .
6. What is a general education teacher responsible for under IDEA when teaching a
student with a disability?
ANSWER ✓ Communicating regularly and effectively with the student and their family,
and working with the special education teacher to supervise the paraprofessional .
, 7. What are three responsibilities of a general education teacher under IDEA?
ANSWER ✓ Collaborating with special education teachers, planning lessons for all
students, and assessing student learning .
8. What does IDEA require of special education teachers regarding professional
conduct?
ANSWER ✓ Avoid any actions that may harm individuals with exceptionalities, adhere to
professional ethics, and demonstrate professionalism by maintaining high competence
and integrity .
9. What is the primary goal of an IEP for a student with a disability?
ANSWER ✓ To outline specific goals and services tailored to the individual needs of the
student .
10. What does Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act aim to protect in educational
settings?
ANSWER ✓ Prohibition of disability discrimination; it ensures equal access to public
education for students with disabilities .
11. What is a critical strategy for effectively implementing 504 plans in the
classroom?
ANSWER ✓ Reviewing each student's plan thoroughly and addressing challenges with
flexibility .
12. What is the primary difference between accommodations and modifications?
ANSWER ✓ Accommodations change how students learn (e.g., extra time), while
modifications change what they learn (e.g., fewer questions) .
13. A student is in a hospital program with unique capabilities required by the IEP.
What is the name of this LRE placement?
ANSWER ✓ Specialized outside program .
14. What is the name of the federal law that assists English learners (ELs) in
meeting challenging academic standards?
ANSWER ✓ Title III of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act .
15. What is a key strategy used by teachers for meeting the requirements of Title
III for English learners?
ANSWER ✓ Using simplified language and providing materials in students' home
languages alongside English .
