Praxis Study Companion
for Special Education
5282
Updated Questions and
Answers
100% Verified Exam Prep
and Comprehensive
Rationales Included
,Special Education Education tailored for students with disabilities.
Individualized Education Program (IEP) Custom educational plan for students with disabilities.
Referral Process Steps to identify students needing special education.
Multidisciplinary Evaluation Assessment by multiple professionals for student needs.
Core Curriculum Essential knowledge and skills for all students.
Expanded Core Curriculum Additional skills for blind and visually impaired students.
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Organization setting standards for special education.
Collaboration Working with others to support student learning.
multidisciplinary evaluation A comprehensive assessment involving multiple disciplines to evaluate a student's
needs.
specially designed instruction Instruction tailored to meet the unique needs of a student, including strategies,
methods, and materials.
independent educational evaluation An evaluation conducted by a qualified examiner who is not employed by the school
district.
individualized Education Program (I E P) A written document that outlines the educational plan for a student with disabilities.
extent of inclusion in regular education programs The degree to which a student with disabilities participates in general education
classes and the accommodations needed.
re-evaluation process The periodic review of a student's eligibility for special education services.
related or support services Services provided to assist a student with disabilities, including the nature,
frequency, and duration of services.
, objective criteria and evaluation procedures Standards and methods used to assess a student's performance and needs.
federal safeguards of stakeholders' rights Legal protections that ensure the rights of students with disabilities and their
families.
participation in testing The involvement of students with disabilities in standardized assessments.
transition services A coordinated set of activities designed to facilitate a student's movement from
school to post-school activities.
informed written consent of parents/caregivers A requirement that parents or guardians provide permission for evaluations and
services.
prior written notice Notification provided to parents in understandable language before the school
makes changes to a student's IEP.
parental consent The agreement from parents or guardians for the school to provide services to their
child.
confidentiality information Protection of a student's personal and educational information.
access to records The right of parents and guardians to review their child's educational records.
independent assessment at public expense An evaluation paid for by the school district if parents disagree with the school's
evaluation.
mediation A process to resolve disputes between parents and schools regarding special
education services.
due process A legal procedure that ensures fair treatment in the educational decision-making
process.
free and appropriate education The right of students with disabilities to receive an education that meets their needs
at no cost.
least restrictive environment The educational setting that allows students with disabilities to be educated with
their non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate.
Public Law 94-142 The Education for All Handicapped Children Act, which ensures students with
disabilities receive a free appropriate public education.
for Special Education
5282
Updated Questions and
Answers
100% Verified Exam Prep
and Comprehensive
Rationales Included
,Special Education Education tailored for students with disabilities.
Individualized Education Program (IEP) Custom educational plan for students with disabilities.
Referral Process Steps to identify students needing special education.
Multidisciplinary Evaluation Assessment by multiple professionals for student needs.
Core Curriculum Essential knowledge and skills for all students.
Expanded Core Curriculum Additional skills for blind and visually impaired students.
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Organization setting standards for special education.
Collaboration Working with others to support student learning.
multidisciplinary evaluation A comprehensive assessment involving multiple disciplines to evaluate a student's
needs.
specially designed instruction Instruction tailored to meet the unique needs of a student, including strategies,
methods, and materials.
independent educational evaluation An evaluation conducted by a qualified examiner who is not employed by the school
district.
individualized Education Program (I E P) A written document that outlines the educational plan for a student with disabilities.
extent of inclusion in regular education programs The degree to which a student with disabilities participates in general education
classes and the accommodations needed.
re-evaluation process The periodic review of a student's eligibility for special education services.
related or support services Services provided to assist a student with disabilities, including the nature,
frequency, and duration of services.
, objective criteria and evaluation procedures Standards and methods used to assess a student's performance and needs.
federal safeguards of stakeholders' rights Legal protections that ensure the rights of students with disabilities and their
families.
participation in testing The involvement of students with disabilities in standardized assessments.
transition services A coordinated set of activities designed to facilitate a student's movement from
school to post-school activities.
informed written consent of parents/caregivers A requirement that parents or guardians provide permission for evaluations and
services.
prior written notice Notification provided to parents in understandable language before the school
makes changes to a student's IEP.
parental consent The agreement from parents or guardians for the school to provide services to their
child.
confidentiality information Protection of a student's personal and educational information.
access to records The right of parents and guardians to review their child's educational records.
independent assessment at public expense An evaluation paid for by the school district if parents disagree with the school's
evaluation.
mediation A process to resolve disputes between parents and schools regarding special
education services.
due process A legal procedure that ensures fair treatment in the educational decision-making
process.
free and appropriate education The right of students with disabilities to receive an education that meets their needs
at no cost.
least restrictive environment The educational setting that allows students with disabilities to be educated with
their non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate.
Public Law 94-142 The Education for All Handicapped Children Act, which ensures students with
disabilities receive a free appropriate public education.
