Accommodations
Classroom
Scenarios
Modifications
General Knowledge
The IEP
100
What is the definition of accommodation?
An accommodation describes an alteration of the environment or equipment that allows an individual with an exceptionality to pursue a regular course of study and/or complete assigned tasks. Within a classroom, accommodations take the form of physical or environmental changes, such as changing the timing, setting, formatting, response, or presentation of material.
100
A teacher gives a student a visual daily schedule. Is this an example of a accommodation or modification?
Accommodation.
100
What is the definition of a modification?
A modification describe very fundamental changes in the curriculum. They may include altering the standard expectations for a course or assessment, as the student may be unable to learn all of the material, or particular portions of the material presented.
100
True or False: Only modifications are written in a student's IEP.
False, in a student's IEP, both accommodations and modifications for specific curriculum areas must be noted.
100
What is the definition an IEP?
An IEP is an individualized Education Plan meant to address each child's unique learning issues and include specific education goals to support their learning.
200
True or False: Providing students with extra time is a type of accommodation?
TRUE.
200
The teacher gave students a list of 20 spelling words. One student has difficulty learning all 20 words. For the next spelling test the teacher only gave this student 10 words to practice. Is this a modification or accommodation?
This is an example of a modification.
200
True or False: Parent/Guardians are allowed to modify regular curriculum material for their child.
FALSE. Parent/Guardians are not allowed to modify the curriculum for their child. The parent/guardian, teacher and SERT can meet to discuss the student's areas of concern and make a judgement as to whether this student needs to have different parts of the curriculum modified or needs extra accommodations.
200
What does an IEP stand for? A. Individual Exit Plan B. Initial Exceptionality Plan C. Individual Education Plan D. None of the above
The answer is C. Individual Education Plan
200
True or False: The IEP must list all subjects in which the student requires accommodations and/or modifications.
FALSE. The IEP only includes the subjects in which the student requires accommodations and/or modifications and not all subjects.
300
True or False: Teachers can use the same accommodations for multiple students with the same types of learning disability, so what works for one students will work for the others too.
FALSE. While one form of accommodation may benefit others, the most appropriate accommodation is the one that most meets the individual needs of the person with the learning disability.
300
The teacher gives the class instructions about an activity on the weather. The TA provides one student with instructions in his native language but still will complete his work in English. Is this an example of a modification or accommodation?
This is an example of accommodation.
300
Olivia is a happy child who enjoys school, however she struggles greatly with language skills especially reading, despite being in grade 3 she reads at a much younger level. Her teacher currently has Olivia reading and writing at the grade 1 level. This is an example of: A. Assessment Accommodation B. Instructional Accommodation C. Curriculum Modifications D. Curriculum Accommodations.
The answer is C. Curriculum Modifications.
300
On a student's IEP, what are the abbreviations that identify courses that are modified, and courses in which the students require accommodations.
The answer is: MOD - modified AC - accommodation
300
True or False: Accommodated only (AC) and Modified (MOD) are both two terms found on the IEP that have the same meaning.
FALSE. Accommodated is only where the student requires accommodations ALONE in order to work towards the expectations. Modified is where the student requires modifications that differ from their current grade expectations.
400
True or False: Students with special needs can show what they know if we use the right kind of testing.
TRUE.
400
In class the teacher hands out a written test, one student seems to have difficulty concentrating in class to complete this test. The teacher makes arrangements for this student to complete his test in the library under the supervision of the TA. Is this an accommodation or modification?
This is an accommodation.
400
True or False: Accommodations alters the playing field while modifications alters the field student's are playing on.
TRUE. Modifications create the playing field.
400
True or False: Modifications can be used for EQAO to assist students who require it.
FALSE. Modifications are not allowed for EQAO testing.
400
True or False: In an IEP, there must be written accommodations for EQAO testing.
TRUE. However it is not solely for the entire EQAO test, but certain aspects.
500
Tim is a bright student who frequently raises his hand in class and participates in discussions with accuracy, however when asked to write the same responses he struggles to articulate his thoughts. His teacher has allowed him to demonstrate his understanding of key concepts through oral responses. This is an example of what? A. Environmental Accommodation B. Assessment Accommodation C. Behaviour Modification D. This is not an accommodation or modification just the teacher being nice.
The answer is B. Assessment Accommodation
500
Danny is a very hyper-active student and has a hard time focusing on the immediate activity at hand, which is writing 5 sentences in their daily journals. The teacher places Danny in a quiet corner of the classroom and provides him with extra time to complete his 2 sentences in his own daily journal. Is this an example of a modification or accommodation or both?
The answer is both.
500
For each subject or course where a modification is required the IEP must include: A. The student's current level of achievement B. Learning Goals C. Annual Program Goals D. All of the above
The answer is D. All of the above.
500
True or False: Modifications are often more associated with IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act).
TRUE. Modifications are geared mostly towards students who are receiving special education.
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True or False: Once a student is given an IEP, they must be reviewed every month.
FALSE. A student's IEP must be reviewed at the beginning of every new school year, unless it needs to be revised by the current teacher or Special Education Teacher.
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