General Education
Classroom Management refers to......
Refers to all of the things a teacher does to organize students, space, time, and materials so student learning can take place.
What is special education?
Special education is the practice of educating students in a way that accommodates their individual differences, disabilities, and special needs.
Designed instruction that meets the unique needs of a child who has a disability.
What does MTSS Stand for?
Multi-Tiered System of Supports
What does it mean to place a chid in their least restrictive environment?
the maximum extent of appropriate placement for a child that is justified by the child’s individual disability- related needs.
Who receives an IEP?
Each child in the public school who receives (and are deemed eligible for) special education and related services must have an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
What does IEP stand for?
Individualized Education Plan (or Program)
Who at the school is responsible for providing accommodations and modifications to students with disabilities?
Accommodations and modifications are EVERYONE'S responsibility (general education teachers, special education teachers, administrators, etc.)
What name at least 3 related service providers that aid in educating students with disabilities?
- counselors
- speech/occupational/physical therapists
- behavior specialists/ school psychologists
- social workers
- administrators
- other paraprofessionals
What does the federal law IDEA stand for in education?
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Describe the three tiers within Response to Intervention?
Tier 1 - all students receive instruction on the core curriculum (universal programming)
Tier 2 - students who are performing below grade level receive additional instruction in small groups (targeted group intervention)
Tier 3 - Students who struggle in Tier 1 and 2 and are often referred for psycho-educational testing (intensive individualized instruction)
What are at least 5 categories listed as part of the 13 categories for eligibility for special education?
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Deaf/Blindness
Deafness
Emotional Disturbance
Hearing Impairment
Intellectual Disability
Multiple Disabilities
Orthopedic Impairment
Other Health Impairment
Specific Learning Disability
Speech and Language Impairment
Traumatic Brain Injury
Visual Impairment
Under the IDEA, what does FAPE stand for?
Free and Appropriate Public Education