Questions and CORRECT Answers
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) - CORRECT ANSWER - a federal
law that helps students with disabilities receive the support they need to succeed in school
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) - CORRECT ANSWER - 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) - CORRECT ANSWER - Personalized plans
outlining educational goals and support services for each student with a disability
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) - CORRECT ANSWER - 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 - CORRECT ANSWER - 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 - CORRECT ANSWER - 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 - CORRECT ANSWER - 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 - CORRECT ANSWER - 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 - CORRECT ANSWER - students participate in a specialized
instructional program tailored to their specific learning needs
Specialized Program Outside of the School District - CORRECT ANSWER - Placing a
student in a program outside the local school district, such as private schools, residential
programs, or hospital programs
Differentiated Instruction - CORRECT ANSWER - Adjusting teaching methods to meet
individual student needs
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) - CORRECT ANSWER - 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 - CORRECT ANSWER -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 - CORRECT
ANSWER - Standards teachers must adhere to in order to support all students effectively
Roles and Responsibilities of Special Education Teachers - CORRECT ANSWER -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