Texas Teachers Sped 186 Test
How can a teacher best support a student who is an English Language Learner (ELL) in
their academic growth?
By differentiating instruction to include both language support and academic
content.
Which of the following is a key requirement of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC)
regarding the storage of special education records?
Special education eligibility folders must be stored confidentially and in
compliance with TEA and LEA guidelines.
A teacher at a public school receives a request from a parent to review the procedures
and documentation related to their child's Individualized Education Program (IEP). The
parent is concerned that the school is not fully complying with state and federal
guidelines regarding the implementation of the IEP. What is the teacher's most
appropriate next step?
Acknowledge the concern and schedule a meeting with the school's administration
to review the IEP documentation.
A teacher notices that a student with ADHD has difficulty completing assignments on
time. The teacher decides to provide the student with extended time for assignments
and breaks to improve focus. What is the primary reason for this accommodation?
To minimize the student's distractibility and improve task completion.
A special education teacher is planning a unit on basic math concepts for a 3rd-grade
student with moderate intellectual disabilities. The teacher aligns the lesson plans with
the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) while ensuring that the goals and
objectives are accessible for the student. What is the teacher's primary consideration
when developing the unit?
,Modifying the TEKS to make the content more manageable for the student while
ensuring that it's still conceptually aligned with grade-level expectations.
A student who struggles with self-regulation and has been diagnosed with ADHD is
often disruptive during group work. Which of the following is an appropriate strategy to
support this student?
Allow the student to take frequent breaks and offer specific praise for focusing on
the task at hand.
What is the primary impact of trauma on a student's learning?
It may affect the student's ability to regulate emotions, leading to difficulties in
focus and behavior.
Which strategy is most effective in teaching students with developmental delays to
improve their academic skills?
Using a structured, step-by-step approach that includes visual aids and hands-on
activities.
When working with a student with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), what is one effective
instructional strategy?
Provide clear, consistent routines and visual supports to assist with transitions.
How should the least restrictive environment (LRE) be applied to a student's IEP?
The IEP should ensure the student participates in the general education setting
with supports, whenever possible.
What is the purpose of transition planning in an IEP for students aged 14 and older?
To ensure the student will have access to post-secondary education, employment,
and independent living skills.
, Which of the following is a required member of an Admission, Review, and Dismissal
(ARD) committee?
A special education teacher.
What is the primary function of an Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee in
Texas?
To create and review the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for a student with
disabilities.
A special education teacher works with a 7th-grade student diagnosed with dyslexia.
The student has significant difficulty decoding words, despite using phonetic instruction
and strategies. What additional approach would likely be most effective for this student?
Use text-to-speech technology to support reading comprehension.
Which of the following is the primary purpose of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC)
regarding special education services?
To establish rules and guidelines for the provision of special education services in
Texas.
A student with ADHD struggles with impulsivity, leading to difficulties in completing
tasks. Which of the following would be most beneficial for this student in the classroom?
Frequent breaks to allow the student to manage their energy levels.
Which of the following is most likely to be affected in students with learning disabilities
(LD)?
Memory, problem-solving, and language processing.
Which of the following would be the best way to ensure compliance with the
confidentiality requirements for special education services?
Store IEP documents in a secure, locked location and limit access to authorized
personnel.
How can a teacher best support a student who is an English Language Learner (ELL) in
their academic growth?
By differentiating instruction to include both language support and academic
content.
Which of the following is a key requirement of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC)
regarding the storage of special education records?
Special education eligibility folders must be stored confidentially and in
compliance with TEA and LEA guidelines.
A teacher at a public school receives a request from a parent to review the procedures
and documentation related to their child's Individualized Education Program (IEP). The
parent is concerned that the school is not fully complying with state and federal
guidelines regarding the implementation of the IEP. What is the teacher's most
appropriate next step?
Acknowledge the concern and schedule a meeting with the school's administration
to review the IEP documentation.
A teacher notices that a student with ADHD has difficulty completing assignments on
time. The teacher decides to provide the student with extended time for assignments
and breaks to improve focus. What is the primary reason for this accommodation?
To minimize the student's distractibility and improve task completion.
A special education teacher is planning a unit on basic math concepts for a 3rd-grade
student with moderate intellectual disabilities. The teacher aligns the lesson plans with
the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) while ensuring that the goals and
objectives are accessible for the student. What is the teacher's primary consideration
when developing the unit?
,Modifying the TEKS to make the content more manageable for the student while
ensuring that it's still conceptually aligned with grade-level expectations.
A student who struggles with self-regulation and has been diagnosed with ADHD is
often disruptive during group work. Which of the following is an appropriate strategy to
support this student?
Allow the student to take frequent breaks and offer specific praise for focusing on
the task at hand.
What is the primary impact of trauma on a student's learning?
It may affect the student's ability to regulate emotions, leading to difficulties in
focus and behavior.
Which strategy is most effective in teaching students with developmental delays to
improve their academic skills?
Using a structured, step-by-step approach that includes visual aids and hands-on
activities.
When working with a student with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), what is one effective
instructional strategy?
Provide clear, consistent routines and visual supports to assist with transitions.
How should the least restrictive environment (LRE) be applied to a student's IEP?
The IEP should ensure the student participates in the general education setting
with supports, whenever possible.
What is the purpose of transition planning in an IEP for students aged 14 and older?
To ensure the student will have access to post-secondary education, employment,
and independent living skills.
, Which of the following is a required member of an Admission, Review, and Dismissal
(ARD) committee?
A special education teacher.
What is the primary function of an Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee in
Texas?
To create and review the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for a student with
disabilities.
A special education teacher works with a 7th-grade student diagnosed with dyslexia.
The student has significant difficulty decoding words, despite using phonetic instruction
and strategies. What additional approach would likely be most effective for this student?
Use text-to-speech technology to support reading comprehension.
Which of the following is the primary purpose of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC)
regarding special education services?
To establish rules and guidelines for the provision of special education services in
Texas.
A student with ADHD struggles with impulsivity, leading to difficulties in completing
tasks. Which of the following would be most beneficial for this student in the classroom?
Frequent breaks to allow the student to manage their energy levels.
Which of the following is most likely to be affected in students with learning disabilities
(LD)?
Memory, problem-solving, and language processing.
Which of the following would be the best way to ensure compliance with the
confidentiality requirements for special education services?
Store IEP documents in a secure, locked location and limit access to authorized
personnel.
