D755: Assessment for Special
Education Vocabulary (WGU) Exam
with Guaranteed Pass Solutions 2025-
2026 Edition.
Qualitative assessments: - Answer methods of evaluation that focus on understanding the
characteristics, qualities, and experiences of individuals rather than quantifying data
Quantitative assessments: - Answer methods of evaluation that focus on measuring and
quantifying a student's performance, skills, or knowledge using numerical data
Informal assessments: - Answer more flexible and spontaneous, occurring during everyday
classroom activities
Formal assessments: - Answer structured evaluations that adhere to predetermined criteria
and are often standardized
Formative assessments: - Answer used during the learning process to gauge student
understanding and guide further learning
Summative assessments: - Answer a tool for evaluating student learning at specific points,
such as at the end of a unit, semester, or academic year; often in the form of a quiz or test
Universal screening: - Answer implementing regular assessments to identify students who
may require additional support or intervention early on
Child Find: - Answer a legal mandate under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
(IDEA) that requires public schools to identify, locate, and evaluate all children with
exceptionalities who may be in need of special education and related services
Criterion-referenced assessments: - Answer measure a student's performance against a
specific set of criteria or learning standards
Curriculum-based assessments: - Answer frequent, brief assessments that evaluate a
student's progress in specific academic areas directly linked to the curriculum
Direct observation: - Answer allows educators to record specific behaviors in real-time,
focusing on particular times, activities, or settings where issues are most likely to arise
, Behavioral checklists and rating scales: - Answer quantify the frequency, intensity, and
duration of behaviors, offering a measurable way to track changes over time and assess
intervention success
Functional behavior assessment (FBA): - Answer a systematic process used to identify the
underlying causes and functions of specific behaviors in students
Student self-assessment: - Answer encourages students to reflect on their behavior and the
effectiveness of interventions, promoting self-awareness and aligning their perspectives with
teacher observations
Anecdotal records: - Answer document specific behavioral incidents in a narrative form,
providing detailed qualitative data that can reveal patterns and guide intervention adjustments
4-point method: - Answer allows educators to plot data points from assessments on a graph,
connecting four key points—such as the start, midpoint, and endpoints of a given period
Goal line: - Answer represents the expected trajectory of student progress based on set
goals
Trend line analysis: - Answer helps in visualizing the trajectory of a student's performance or
behavior and can be used to predict future outcomes
Pre-referral process: - Answer a systematic approach used to address and support students
who are struggling academically or behaviorally prior to a formal special education referral
Intervention assistance team (IAT): - Answer A team that meets during the pre-referral
process, usually including general education and special education teachers, school
psychologists, administrators, and other professionals who have a vested interest in the student
Multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS): - Answer an evidence-based framework designed to
enhance student outcomes through a cohesive and comprehensive approach
Positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS): - Answer focuses on implementing
proactive strategies to establish a positive school climate and promote positive behavior among
students
Response to Interventions (RTI): - Answer a method used to identify and support students
with learning and behavior needs through regular monitoring and targeted interventions
Education Vocabulary (WGU) Exam
with Guaranteed Pass Solutions 2025-
2026 Edition.
Qualitative assessments: - Answer methods of evaluation that focus on understanding the
characteristics, qualities, and experiences of individuals rather than quantifying data
Quantitative assessments: - Answer methods of evaluation that focus on measuring and
quantifying a student's performance, skills, or knowledge using numerical data
Informal assessments: - Answer more flexible and spontaneous, occurring during everyday
classroom activities
Formal assessments: - Answer structured evaluations that adhere to predetermined criteria
and are often standardized
Formative assessments: - Answer used during the learning process to gauge student
understanding and guide further learning
Summative assessments: - Answer a tool for evaluating student learning at specific points,
such as at the end of a unit, semester, or academic year; often in the form of a quiz or test
Universal screening: - Answer implementing regular assessments to identify students who
may require additional support or intervention early on
Child Find: - Answer a legal mandate under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
(IDEA) that requires public schools to identify, locate, and evaluate all children with
exceptionalities who may be in need of special education and related services
Criterion-referenced assessments: - Answer measure a student's performance against a
specific set of criteria or learning standards
Curriculum-based assessments: - Answer frequent, brief assessments that evaluate a
student's progress in specific academic areas directly linked to the curriculum
Direct observation: - Answer allows educators to record specific behaviors in real-time,
focusing on particular times, activities, or settings where issues are most likely to arise
, Behavioral checklists and rating scales: - Answer quantify the frequency, intensity, and
duration of behaviors, offering a measurable way to track changes over time and assess
intervention success
Functional behavior assessment (FBA): - Answer a systematic process used to identify the
underlying causes and functions of specific behaviors in students
Student self-assessment: - Answer encourages students to reflect on their behavior and the
effectiveness of interventions, promoting self-awareness and aligning their perspectives with
teacher observations
Anecdotal records: - Answer document specific behavioral incidents in a narrative form,
providing detailed qualitative data that can reveal patterns and guide intervention adjustments
4-point method: - Answer allows educators to plot data points from assessments on a graph,
connecting four key points—such as the start, midpoint, and endpoints of a given period
Goal line: - Answer represents the expected trajectory of student progress based on set
goals
Trend line analysis: - Answer helps in visualizing the trajectory of a student's performance or
behavior and can be used to predict future outcomes
Pre-referral process: - Answer a systematic approach used to address and support students
who are struggling academically or behaviorally prior to a formal special education referral
Intervention assistance team (IAT): - Answer A team that meets during the pre-referral
process, usually including general education and special education teachers, school
psychologists, administrators, and other professionals who have a vested interest in the student
Multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS): - Answer an evidence-based framework designed to
enhance student outcomes through a cohesive and comprehensive approach
Positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS): - Answer focuses on implementing
proactive strategies to establish a positive school climate and promote positive behavior among
students
Response to Interventions (RTI): - Answer a method used to identify and support students
with learning and behavior needs through regular monitoring and targeted interventions
