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This study guide covers the core concepts, terminology, laws, assessments, disabilities, instructional strategies, developmental theories, and educational practices included on the Praxis 5383 Special Education exam. It features definitions and review material spanning special education legislation, learning disabilities, cognitive development, RTI, IEPs, assistive technology, literacy development, behavior management, and assessment. The material serves as a comprehensive resource for preparing for the Praxis 5383 certification exam.

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bodily-kinesthetic thinkers


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learn best with a hands-on approach; learn by doing




Occipital lobe


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responsible for processing of information received through sense of vision




Larry P vs. Riles (1977)

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examined possible cultural discrimination of African American students;
question an IQ test was an accurate measurement of a student's true
intelligence; ruled that it was culturally biased and used other methods of
assessments




muscular dystrophy


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a physical disability that weakens the muscles of the human body over time.




adaptive behavior assessments


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useful in assessing what adaptive behavior skills need to be addressed for
each student; observations and questionnaires completed by parents,
teachers, or students.




Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)


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, employers must provide reasonable accommodations for people with
disabilities in their job/work environments; provides access for people
disabilities too both public and private places open to the public;
telecommunication access to people with disabilities (hearing/speech
impairments)




4 areas for post-secondary goals


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vocational training, post-secondary education, employment, and
independent living




Speech or Language Impairment


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a communication disorder such as stuttering, impaired articulation, a
language impairment, or a voice impairment that adversely affects a child's
educational performance




musical thinkers


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sensitive to music, sound, and rhythm in their environments. They learn best
when lesson concepts are turned into musical features like lyrics and songs

, expert/fluent reader stage


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fifth stage of development of literacy; 16 years and older read more
complex information




Targeted Interventions


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Tier 2 in RTI Model: designed to improve the progress of the students who
did not make adequate progress in Tier 1; usually in the areas of reading
and math; doesn't last longer than 1 grading period




Phonological processing


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the central problem in reading disability (RD) or dyslexia




Types of Assistive Technology (AT)


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