TEXAS TEACHERS SPED LATEST
186 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
A special education teacher is working with a 9th-grade student
with intellectual disabilities. The teacher is incorporating the Texas
Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for high school mathematics
into the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.
What should the teacher do next to ensure the student's success?
Modify the TEKS to meet the student's needs while ensuring that the
student can access the content in a meaningful way.
Which of the following is the primary purpose of specially designed
instruction for students with disabilities in early numeracy and
literacy?
To provide instruction that addresses the unique developmental needs of
students based on their strengths and areas of need.
Which of the following best describes the primary difference
between accommodations and modifications in the context of an
Individualized Education Program (IEP)?
Accommodations allow students to access the general education
curriculum at the same level as their peers, while modifications alter the
content or expectations.
A special education teacher is designing a lesson for a group of 4th-
grade students with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. What
is the most important consideration when selecting instructional
materials for these students?
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, TEXAS TEACHERS SPED LATEST
186 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
Select materials that are accessible to students with disabilities,
including those with visual, hearing, or mobility impairments, and
ensure they are tailored to the students' cognitive abilities.
A special education teacher is designing a lesson plan for a 5th-
grade class that includes students with visual impairments. The
teacher plans to use tactile learning materials to support the
students. What is the key consideration when choosing tactile
materials for these students?
The tactile materials should be specifically designed for students with
visual impairments to ensure they are effective in conveying the lesson
content.
A special education teacher is planning a lesson for a 3rd-grade class
that includes students with ADHD. What strategy should the
teacher use to help these students maintain focus during the lesson?
Provide frequent breaks and offer opportunities for movement, such as
"brain breaks," to help students stay engaged.
A special education teacher is working with a student with a
developmental disability. The student needs to develop self-advocacy
skills for the upcoming transition to high school. What is the most
appropriate strategy for the teacher to implement?
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, TEXAS TEACHERS SPED LATEST
186 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
Provide the student with specific scenarios in which they can practice
advocating for themselves, such as requesting help when needed or
expressing their needs in a social situation.
A special education teacher is planning a math lesson for a group of
students with diverse needs. The teacher is considering how to
modify the lesson to meet these students' needs. What is the most
effective way to modify the lesson for students with varying
performance levels?
Differentiate the instruction by providing different levels of support and
scaffolding, such as visual aids, hands-on materials, and individualized
tasks, based on the students' needs.
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.
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186 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
A special education teacher is working with a 9th-grade student
with intellectual disabilities. The teacher is incorporating the Texas
Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for high school mathematics
into the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.
What should the teacher do next to ensure the student's success?
Modify the TEKS to meet the student's needs while ensuring that the
student can access the content in a meaningful way.
Which of the following is the primary purpose of specially designed
instruction for students with disabilities in early numeracy and
literacy?
To provide instruction that addresses the unique developmental needs of
students based on their strengths and areas of need.
Which of the following best describes the primary difference
between accommodations and modifications in the context of an
Individualized Education Program (IEP)?
Accommodations allow students to access the general education
curriculum at the same level as their peers, while modifications alter the
content or expectations.
A special education teacher is designing a lesson for a group of 4th-
grade students with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. What
is the most important consideration when selecting instructional
materials for these students?
END OF
PAGE
1
, TEXAS TEACHERS SPED LATEST
186 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
Select materials that are accessible to students with disabilities,
including those with visual, hearing, or mobility impairments, and
ensure they are tailored to the students' cognitive abilities.
A special education teacher is designing a lesson plan for a 5th-
grade class that includes students with visual impairments. The
teacher plans to use tactile learning materials to support the
students. What is the key consideration when choosing tactile
materials for these students?
The tactile materials should be specifically designed for students with
visual impairments to ensure they are effective in conveying the lesson
content.
A special education teacher is planning a lesson for a 3rd-grade class
that includes students with ADHD. What strategy should the
teacher use to help these students maintain focus during the lesson?
Provide frequent breaks and offer opportunities for movement, such as
"brain breaks," to help students stay engaged.
A special education teacher is working with a student with a
developmental disability. The student needs to develop self-advocacy
skills for the upcoming transition to high school. What is the most
appropriate strategy for the teacher to implement?
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PAGE
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, TEXAS TEACHERS SPED LATEST
186 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
Provide the student with specific scenarios in which they can practice
advocating for themselves, such as requesting help when needed or
expressing their needs in a social situation.
A special education teacher is planning a math lesson for a group of
students with diverse needs. The teacher is considering how to
modify the lesson to meet these students' needs. What is the most
effective way to modify the lesson for students with varying
performance levels?
Differentiate the instruction by providing different levels of support and
scaffolding, such as visual aids, hands-on materials, and individualized
tasks, based on the students' needs.
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.
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PAGE
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