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Q:
A disease that can occur in premature babies that causes severe visual impairments or blindness is called:
A. Retinal detachment of prematurity
B. Retinal degeneration of prematurity
C. Retinopathy of prematurity
D. None of the above
Q:
Calvin has an annoying habit of talking with classmates when there should be silence. Ms. Kasting's mentor teacher has suggested several strategies to her to try with Calvin. These include: making eye contact with him; physically move toward Calvin and stand near his desk or table; place her hand on his shoulder if necessary to gain his attention; or use a private signal such as a tap on the desk. These are all examples of:
A. Behavior management strategies
B. Cognitive strategies
C. Low-involvement strategies
D. Positive behavior supports
Q:
The term "inclusion":
A. Is specifically featured in the newest reauthorization of IDEA
B. Appears in several places in federal legislation governing the education of students with disabilities
C. Does not appear in federal legislation governing the education of students with disabilities
D. Appears in several places in federal legislation, but not in state legislations
Q:
The dot-based system of reading and writing is known as:
A. Braille
B. Fingerspelling
C. Sign language
D. Speed reading
Q:
Shane has difficulty finishing assignments, often loses things, is easily distracted, and has poor attention to detail. Which of the following best identifies Shane?
A. ADHD predominantly inattentive type
B. ADHD predominantly hyperactive type
C. ADHD predominantly hyperactive-impulsive type
D. ADHD combined type
Q:
What groups of students are NOT specifically included in IDEA?
A. Students who are gifted, students with multiple disabilities, and students who are homeless.
B. Students who are gifted, students with ADHD, and students who are at risk for school failure.
C. Students who are gifted, students with other health impairments, and students who are at-risk.
D. Students who live in poverty, students who are born addicted to cocaine, and students with autism.
Q:
What are the pros and cons of cochlear implants?
Q:
Mr. Tucker is at the end of his rope with his son Alfonzo. Alfonzo was identified as having ADHD in elementary school and is now beginning his freshman year in high school. In addition to having ADHD, Alfonzo also has emotional and behavior disorders that include violent outbursts followed by prolonged periods of withdrawal. Mr. Tucker is a single dad and has very little assistance with Alfonzo outside of the school. As a professional, what would be the BEST recommendation you could provide for Mr. Tucker to assist him with Alfonzo?
A. Provide Mr. Tucker with available resources.
B. Refer Mr. Tucker to a psychiatrist for himself and Alfonzo.
C. Refer Mr. Tucker to the school social worker.
D. Provide Mr. Tucker with information on residential placements.
Q:
Margaret is a fifth grader at Harrison Middle School. She has been in the AG (academically gifted) program for two years. She was recently identified as LD in math. What services is she eligible for?
A. She is only eligible for AG services.
B. She is only eligible for special education services.
C. Since she has dual exceptionalities, she is not eligible for either.
D. She is entitled to a combination of enrichment (AG) and special education services.
Q:
How and why might hearing parents and deaf parents differ in reaction to the news that their newborn is deaf?
Q:
Learning study and organizational strategies, ways to access services at college, and time management skills are examples of skills to be taught at part of:
A. Transition planning
B. Self-determination training
C. Self-advocacy training
D. Functional high school curriculum
Q:
Emily is 2 years old and is significantly behind her playmates in her gross motor skills. Her mother wants her evaluated for disabilities. Which of the following statements is true?
A. For children ages birth to 2 years old, special education is not always required by federal law.
B. IDEA mandates children birth to 5 years old to receive specialized education services.
C. Americans with Disabilities Act mandates children ages birth to 5 years old receive specialized education services.
D. Section 504 specifies that children are not eligible for services until the age of three.
Q:
Describe the two specific ways that a hearing loss may alter a student's development.
Q:
According to one study, how much more likely than other children were children with ADHD to have been expelled or suspended to have repeated a grade?
A. 7 to 10 times
B. 2 to 5 times
C. 3 to 7 times
D. 10 to 15 times
Q:
Many young children with disabilities who receive services have milder needs related to:
A. Hearing impairments
B. Specified learning disabilities
C. Physical disabilities
D. Language development or motor skill development
Q:
Describe the impact of hearing loss on academic skills.
Q:
Each of the following is typically a factor when medication is considered EXCEPT:
A. The child's age
B. Severity of symptoms
C. Participation in sports
D. Intelligence level
Q:
By far, the most comprehensive legislation protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities, no matter their age, is:
A. Americans with Disabilities Act
B. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
C. Section 504
D. Adult with Disabilities Act
Q:
Describe 4 different ways that hearing loss may be categorized.
Q:
The most common type of medication used for reducing the symptoms of ADHD is:
A. Antidepressants
B. Stimulants
C. Antihypertensives
D. Antihistamines
Q:
IDEA was most recently reauthorized in:
A. 1997.
B. 1999.
C. 2001.
D. 2004.
Q:
What is the purpose of universal newborn hearing screening, and what has been the effect of increased use of the technique?
Q:
Interventions that are designed to provide structure, quick pace, and variety are referred to as:
A. Instructional
B. Behavioral
C. Environmental
D. Social
Q:
As Mrs. Vanstory read over the transcript of one of her new students, Audrey, she was amazed. Audrey had a long and colorful history of medication difficulties and multiple behavioral challenges. Mrs. Vanstory later called her close friend who was also a teacher (at another school) and proceeded to tell her Audrey's history. How did she violate the rights of both Audrey and her family?A. Information about a student must be shared in person, not over the phone or email.B. She didn"t have permission from Audrey's parents to access Audrey's file.C. Information regarding a student with a disability may not be shared with anyone who is not directly working with the student.D Only the administrator and counselor can access student's records.
Q:
Briefly describe strategies that help establish a visually rich learning environment for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Q:
Which of the following statements about ADHD is true?
A. Students with ADHD only need behavioral supports in the classroom.
B. ADHD is not by itself a disability in IDEA.
C. Instructional interventions are the only way to keep a student with ADHD focused.
D. Token economies are harmful to student's self-esteem.
Q:
Based on the section of IDEA concerning nondiscriminatory evaluation, which statement is true?
A. More than one test is used to assess the presence of a disability.
B. Any educational professionals can interpret assessment results.
C. Assessment occurs in only one academic area.
D. Tests are to be administered in English or Spanish.
Q:
How does a student's hearing loss or deafness affect his or her cognitive abilities?
Q:
Each of the following is a potentially helpful environmental support EXCEPT:
A. Teachers should avoid difficult or tedious tasks
B. The classroom physical space should be organized and free of distractions
C. Space considerations should include the number and intrusiveness of decorations
D. Teachers should post clear classroom rules and discuss expectations for students
Q:
Mr. Edwards is a single dad whose son has recently been diagnosed with Tourette's
syndrome. He will begin kindergarten in the fall. Mr. Edwards knows that by law his son in entitled to specialized instruction, related services, and supplemental aids and services. Mr. Edwards and his son are guaranteed these rights by which provisions of IDEA?
A. Least Restrictive Environment
B. Zero Reject
C. Nondiscriminatory Evaluation
D. Free and Appropriate Education
Q:
What are the three basic types of hearing loss? Briefly describe each.
Q:
Medication is helpful in ameliorating the symptoms of ADHD in what percent of the students for whom it is prescribed?
A. 20-30
B. 70-80
C. 10-20
D. 50-60
Q:
Which is considered the "basis for all subsequent special education practice"?
A. P.L. 94-142 Education of the Handicapped Act
B. Larry P. v. Riles
C. P.L. 89-750 Elementary and Secondary Education Act
D Diana v. State Board of Education of California
Q:
What are the factors mentioned in this text that define Deaf culture?
Q:
Whether students with ADHD successfully transition into postschool options can depend
heavily on each of the following EXCEPT:
A. Not having had to take medications
B. Their understanding of their disorder
C. Their skills for advocating for themselves
D. Having a supportive family
Q:
Mercer introduced the concept of:
A. Stigmatizing effects of labels
B. "The six-hour retarded child"
C. Free appropriate education
D. Inclusion
Q:
In the past decade, a variety of residential schools and charter schools have adopted a _________________________________ _____________________ approach to educating students who are deaf or hard of hearing; meaning that ASL is the primary language of instruction and that English is taught as a second language through reading and writing print.
Q:
What percentage of individuals identified as having ADHD continue to have symptoms in adulthood?
A. 50 percent
B. 60 percent
C. 66 percent
D. 80 percent
Q:
The 1954 Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas, decision resulted in which of the following:
A. Separate can be equal.
B. Separate cannot be equal.
C. Separate classes are needed in extreme situations.
D. None of the above
Q:
An app which works like a deck of flash cards except the individual who is deaf decides what's written on the cards-- created ahead of timeis called _________________________.
Q:
Young children who are diagnosed as having ADHD often experience each of the following types of problems EXCEPT:
A. Sleeping through the night
B. Difficulty bonding with others
C. Sharing and taking turns
D. Fewer accidents than would be expected
Q:
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many immigrants to the U.S. were judged to be "feebleminded" because they did not know English or American customs. Because of this, some became victims of laws supporting:
A. Eugenics
B. Social conservatism
C. Deportation
D. Compulsory education
Q:
________________________ is a computer-aided, speech-to-print transcription system developed as a classroom support service for students who are deaf or hard of hearing in general education classrooms.
Q:
Which of the following is NOT a recommended intervention for preschoolers identified with ADHD?
A. Intense parent training
B. Immediate feedback
C. Age-appropriate rewards
D. Highly structured environment
Q:
Edouard Seguin is known for:
A. The idea that children with disabilities were not capable of learning.
B. Establishing the first public school class in 1875.
C. The idea that students with disabilities could learn if provided a structured learning environment.
D. His work with 12-year-old Victor.
Q:
One way that a hearing loss may alter an individual's development concerns the reduction in quantity and quality of ______________ and ___________________ experiences.
Q:
Each of the following is an option in school for students diagnosed with ADHD EXCEPT:
A. Receiving a 504 plan
B. Being labeled OHI
C. Being excused from school when they can"t concentrate
D. Receiving IDEA services for other disabilities
Q:
Preferential seating, computer access, and a one-on-one teaching assistant are examples of:
A. Special Education.
B. Free and Appropriate Education.
C. Related Services.
D. Supplemental Aids and Services.
Q:
Hearing loss is measured in ______________________ _________________, a measure of the intensity or loudness of sound.
Q:
Some professionals believe that students who are gifted and talented often are misdiagnosed as having ADHD. Which behaviors are associated with both ADHD and giftedness?
A. Poor sustained attention, impulsivity, higher than normal activity level, and aggression
B. Impulsivity, higher than normal activity, and lack of motivation
C. Higher than normal activity level and an above average IQ
D. Poor sustained attention, higher than normal activity level, and difficulty adhering to rules
Q:
Supports that are not directly related to a student's instruction but that are needed so that a student can access instruction are:
A. General education
B. Resource services
C. Specialized curriculum
D. Related services
Q:
Sheila is a deaf student in your class who has a sign language interpreter to help her during class instruction. At times, Sheila does not understand what is happening in the class because she misses contributions of her peers. What can you do to help Sheila fully participate in class?
A. Tell her to ask her interpreter what was said.
B. Tell the interpreter it's her job to keep Sheila on-task.
C. Ensure that the peers face Sheila when talking and raise their hand to give Sheila a visual cue.
D. Seat Sheila in the back of the classroom so she can see when others are talking.
Q:
Which of the following forms of assessment are frequently used by parents?
A. Work samples
B. Behavioral checklists
C. Behavior observation data
D. Anecdotal notes
Q:
Chelsea, a student with a mild hearing loss, often has difficulty following the teacher's directions in class, particularly when the teacher is doing work at the whiteboard. Which of the following suggestions would be a most appropriate first step for the teacher to try to improve Chelsea's behavior?
A. Repeat all directions directly into Chelsea's ear.
B. Do not give directions when facing the board.
C. Provide an interpreter for Chelsea.
D. Have another student write down all assignments for Chelsea.
Q:
Which of the following statements is true regarding parents and assessment for ADHD?
A. Parents are only consulted as a last resort because they get too emotional.
B. The information parents can provide is generally irrelevant in the assessment process.
C. Parents cannot be objective, and so professionals do not ask for their input.
D. Parents provide critical information through questionnaires, interviews, and rating scales.
Q:
Keshaun is a student who is hearing impaired. His speech is difficult to understand but he knows sign language. Other students are uncomfortable communicating with him, which limits Keshaun's participation in group activities and social situations. How can you encourage peer interaction for Keshaun?
A. Arrange instruction for peers to learn some sign language.
B. Tell the peers that Keshaun has a problem but they must communicate with him.
C. Arrange for speech therapy for Keshaun.
D. Force Keshaun to practice speech during group activities and social situations.
Q:
The first step in the process for identifying a student with ADHD is:
A. Initial referral
B. Assessment
C. Eligibility
D. RTI
Q:
Currently, how many states and territories in the United States have Early Hearing Detection and Intervention laws or voluntary compliance regarding screening the hearing of newborns?
A. The majority
B. A minority
C. Most
D. All
Q:
What percentage of students with learning disabilities also are identified as ADHD?
A. 16 percent
B. 36 percent
C. 26 percent
D. 56 percent
Q:
Eric was born deaf. His parents adamantly opposed the use of American Sign Language. They chose an option that used an electronic device that directly stimulates the hearing nerve. This device is called a/an:
A. Cochlear implant
B. Hearing aid
C. Otoacoustic emission
D. Auditory brainstem response
Q:
The simultaneous occurrence of ADHD with other disabilities is referred to as:
A. Reconstitution
B. Comorbidity
C. Concomitance
D. Coexistence
Q:
Research reports that children identified with congenital hearing loss prior to what age will acquire age-appropriate language skills by 36 months?
A. 3 months
B. 6 months
C. 12 months
D. 16 months
Q:
Each of the following is TRUE of students with ADHD EXCEPT:
A. They report that they have fewer close friendships than do those without ADHD
B. They are more likely than other students to be seen as both victims of bullying
C. They are less likely than other students to be seen as bullies
D. They have difficulty maintaining any friendships they do form
Q:
Each of the following is a factor that contributed to their child's success, according to parents, EXCEPT:
A. Skilled and caring professionals
B. Education level
C. Involvement in extracurricular activities
D. The value of reading
Q:
A person's overall regard for himself or herself as a person is:
A. Self-image
B. Self-esteem
C. Self-determination
D. Self-awareness
Q:
Early intervention services for families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing should include:
A. Emotional support
B. Sign language lessons
C. Listening and speech training
D. All of the above
Q:
Students with ADHD generally have which level of cognitive ability?
A. Average
B. Gifted
C. Below average
D. A full range
Q:
Visual representations of knowledge include each of the following EXCEPT:
A. Semantic maps
B. Graphic organizers
C. Social stories
D. Story maps
Q:
Barkley (2006) proposed that the primary deficit in individuals with ADHD is not really attention; rather, it is self-regulation problems related neurological factors, or:
A. Behavior inhibition
B. Impulsivity
C. Behavior disorders
D. Hyperactivity
Q:
One approach that helps to develop students' concepts and vocabulary is the use of pre- and postteaching activities to supplement daily lessons and help make the content accessible. Each of the following is an example of a post-teaching activity EXCEPT:
A. Establish the knowledge base needed to understand new information
B. Review key concepts
C. Clarify misconceptions
D. Expand students' knowledge of the content
Q:
Recent research concerning the cause of ADHD reveals:
A. Diet plays a major role in hyperactivity
B. Video games and TV alter brain functions
C. ADHD cannot be explained because it does not truly exist
D. It is the result of a disorder of the brain and contributing factors from environmental and physiological factors
Q:
What percent of students who are deaf or hard of hearing attend a special school that serves only students with significant hearing loss?
A. 5%
B. 25%
C. 40%
D. 14%
Q:
Which group of students is the least likely to be given medication for ADHD?
A. Asian
B. African American
C. Caucasian
D. Pacific Islander
Q:
In a general education setting with supplementary instruction:
A. Students receive the majority of instruction one on one
B. Students are monitored by a teacher of deaf and hard of hearing students
C. Students receive the majority of instruction by a regular education teacher
D. Students are monitored by a paraprofessional
Q:
Each of the following is a key element of ADHD EXCEPT:
A. ADHD is considered to originate in the brain
B. ADHD is chronic, long term, and not acutely acquired
C. The primary trait is an inability to attend
D. ADHD is situational
Q:
Which of the following is an example of a formal support?
A. Coordinating the child's multidisciplinary team
B. Talking to the family's minister
C. Developing a friendship with the family
D. Tutoring the student free of charge
Q:
Each of the following symptoms is associated with ADHD-predominantly inattentive type EXCEPT:
A. Skipping important parts of an assignment
B. Wiggling in their seats
C. Daydreaming during large-group instruction
D. Cannot seem to get organized
Q:
When an infant is identified with a hearing loss:
A. The child cannot receive services until the age of 3
B. Early childhood services may begin immediately
C. Parents must be eligible for services before early intervention can begin
D. None of the above
Q:
Physicians and psychologists first studied children's hyperactivity but began shifting their research in the 1970s to children's:
A. Cognitive impulsivity
B. Inattention
C. Excessive movement
D. Cognitive deficits
Q:
A comprehensive program for promoting emotional and social competencies and reducing aggression and behavior problems in elementary school-age children is:
A. SOCCS
B. KEYS
C. PATHS
D. GOALS