Inlcusion
is mainstream the same as an inclusive classroom?
No. Mainstreaming is based on the idea that students with special needs have to progress to a level to be able to "earn" being in the general ed classroom.
Inclusive is that all students, regardless of ability or need can be in a general education classroom and have full access to resources.
True or false: Families should be involved in IEP meetings?
True! the student can be involved as well
True or false. Co-teachers should refer to their classroom as "our class/our students"?
True. this shows show both teachers are equally involved and responsible for the entire class.
Students demonstrate their answers by holding up signs or white boards, showing their understanding of the topic. example: yes, no ?
response cards
Testing that supports and monitors learning. Is taken during the learning process
Summative
What is disproportionate representation?
When there is more of one demographic within a category, than expected based on their ratio amongst the general public. Black male students are over-represented in special ed.
IFSP focuses on what age group?
Indivudal family service plan
Ages 0-5.
When paraeducators work too closely with one particular student
the velcro effect
What is a jigsaw set up in the classroom?
Students are arranged into groups. Within each group, each student has a different role. Teachers can then remake groups to gather students with the same role, and feature members from different groups.
Test anxiety can create the following symptoms and behaviors
Poor concentration, off-task behaviors, nausea, difficulty sleeping and eating, muscle tension, memory issues, headache, racing pulse.
What resources were available for those with disabilities before the mid/late 1900s
people with disabilities were either institutionalized or isolated from society. They did not receive education. Things changed with advocacy started in the 80s and normalization in the 60s that allows for those with disabilities to interact in their communities.
What is the difference between an IEP and a 504
504 covers a broader group of students who may not fit under IDEA including mental and physical impairments, ADHD, social maladjustment, temporary issues and diabetes.
Collaborative teaching method with one teacher with a small group for enrichment or preview
Alternative teaching
Who was a great forerunner in differentiated learning? (we watched 2 videos with her)
Carol Ann Tomlinson.
When one answer requires the previous answer to be correct. Should be avoided when forming tests
Answer hinging
What are some benefits of early intervention
It can reduce students' needed special ed in the future. it allows students to access resources sooner and not have to play catch up later. It empowers families.
Who can come to an IEP meeting?
Compare the "aprior model" and the "post hoc model"
A prior model is when the special ed support creates the foundation of what we will taught in gen ed, before the inclusive class.
The post hoc model is when the special educator reveiws and reinforces what was already taught in the inclusive classroom.
Compare a flipped classroom to a regular classroom. In what situations would this work?
In a flipped classroom students receive the instruction virtually, and use class time to practice solve problems/have discussions/receive help. Basically homework time is during the classroom, and the learning occurs at home.
This could work very well during hybrid school reopening plans where students only come into the classroom part-time, and spend the rest as online learning.
Students should be taught to self monitor how much information they know, and to self assess their own progress.
metacognition
the least restrictive environment is based on the highest level of inclusivity that still benefits the child. Some children may benefit from a different school or a more specialized learning environment. while others can benefit from being closer to home and with different peers.
Students present level or performance, their skills, strengths and interests. Measurable goals according to their grade level/key skills. a statement of how students will participate in school activities, testing accommodations or alternative achievement standards and related services.
Describe the transenviornmental program for students transitioning into a inclusive classroom
the special ed teacher must make an ecological assessment of what skills and materials are being used in the inclusive classroom. they must then prepare the student on how to follow school and classroom procedures and develop organizational skills. Then they should help the student transfer these skills into the inclusive classroom. and finally evaluate how the student is adjusting to their new enviornment.
How does a KWL chart use previewing?
Previewing provides an opportunity to examine new vocab, text structure, and activate prior knowledge before beginning the activity. It is a good way for students to organize the information a teacher has provided before using it in the activity.
How can a teacher motivate and aid their students when proctoring high stakes testing?