D662 WGU QUESTIONS &
ELABORATED ANSWERS PASSED
100% (DETAILED)
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) - CORRECT ANSWER a federal law
that helps students with disabilities receive the support they need to succeed in school
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) - CORRECT ANSWER A principle of IDEA
that guarantees that students with disabilities can access educational services that are
tailored to their needs without incurring cost
Individualized Education Programs (IEP) - CORRECT ANSWER Personalized plans
outlining educational goals and support services for each student with a disability
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) - CORRECT ANSWER a principle of IDEA that
aims to include students with disabilities in general education classrooms to the
maximum extent feasible
13 Eligibility Categories Under IDEA - CORRECT ANSWER eligibility for special
education services under the IDEA depends on whether the child's condition adversely
impacts their education and falls within one of the 13 specific eligibility categories
outlined by the law
Inclusive Classrooms - CORRECT ANSWER Classrooms that cater to all learning
styles by employing various teaching strategies; an approach that not only tailors
teaching for individual learners but also fosters a sense of belonging and acceptance
among all students
General Education Classroom with Support - CORRECT ANSWER A student spends
the entire school day in a general education classroom but receives additional support
and services such as tutoring, assistance from aides, specialized technology, related
services, or accommodations.
Partial Mainstream/Inclusion Classroom - CORRECT ANSWER a student splits their
time between a general education classroom and a special education setting; they may
receive individual or small-group instruction in a separate classroom or be pulled out of
class for certain services while spending most of their day in the general education
setting
Special Education Class - CORRECT ANSWER students participate in a specialized
instructional program tailored to their specific learning needs
, Specialized Program Outside of the School District - CORRECT ANSWER Placing a
student in a program outside the local school district, such as private schools,
residential programs, or hospital programs
Differentiated Instruction - CORRECT ANSWER Adjusting teaching methods to meet
individual student needs
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) - CORRECT ANSWER An educational framework
for designing flexible learning environments and curricula that provide all students-
including those with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds- equitable access to
learning opportunities.
Roles and Responsibilities of General Education Teachers - CORRECT ANSWER a
variety of duties and expectations placed on general educators to ensure compliance
with legal mandates and effectively support students with disabilities in inclusive
classroom settings
Council for Exceptional Children's Standards for Professional Practice - CORRECT
ANSWER Standards teachers must adhere to in order to support all students effectively
Roles and Responsibilities of Special Education Teachers - CORRECT ANSWER a
variety of duties and expectations placed on special education teachers to use
evidence, instructional data, research, and professional knowledge to inform practice
and advocate for professional conditions and resources that will enhance learning
outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities
Section 504 - CORRECT ANSWER a civil rights law that ensures that students with
disabilities have equal access to education; prohibits discrimination against individuals
with disabilities in any program or activity that receives federal financial assistance
504 Plans - CORRECT ANSWER provide accommodations and supports that remove
barriers to learning and ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities
Accommodations - CORRECT ANSWER Changes or supports that help students
access the same learning materials and complete the same assignments as their peers
Modifications - CORRECT ANSWER A change to the content and skills that students
are expected to learn or master
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 - CORRECT ANSWER schools receiving
federal funds must ensure equal educational access and provide reasonable
accommodations for students with disabilities
Title III - CORRECT ANSWER federal legislation that focuses explicitly on English
language acquisition to support academic success for ELs
ELABORATED ANSWERS PASSED
100% (DETAILED)
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) - CORRECT ANSWER a federal law
that helps students with disabilities receive the support they need to succeed in school
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) - CORRECT ANSWER A principle of IDEA
that guarantees that students with disabilities can access educational services that are
tailored to their needs without incurring cost
Individualized Education Programs (IEP) - CORRECT ANSWER Personalized plans
outlining educational goals and support services for each student with a disability
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) - CORRECT ANSWER a principle of IDEA that
aims to include students with disabilities in general education classrooms to the
maximum extent feasible
13 Eligibility Categories Under IDEA - CORRECT ANSWER eligibility for special
education services under the IDEA depends on whether the child's condition adversely
impacts their education and falls within one of the 13 specific eligibility categories
outlined by the law
Inclusive Classrooms - CORRECT ANSWER Classrooms that cater to all learning
styles by employing various teaching strategies; an approach that not only tailors
teaching for individual learners but also fosters a sense of belonging and acceptance
among all students
General Education Classroom with Support - CORRECT ANSWER A student spends
the entire school day in a general education classroom but receives additional support
and services such as tutoring, assistance from aides, specialized technology, related
services, or accommodations.
Partial Mainstream/Inclusion Classroom - CORRECT ANSWER a student splits their
time between a general education classroom and a special education setting; they may
receive individual or small-group instruction in a separate classroom or be pulled out of
class for certain services while spending most of their day in the general education
setting
Special Education Class - CORRECT ANSWER students participate in a specialized
instructional program tailored to their specific learning needs
, Specialized Program Outside of the School District - CORRECT ANSWER Placing a
student in a program outside the local school district, such as private schools,
residential programs, or hospital programs
Differentiated Instruction - CORRECT ANSWER Adjusting teaching methods to meet
individual student needs
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) - CORRECT ANSWER An educational framework
for designing flexible learning environments and curricula that provide all students-
including those with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds- equitable access to
learning opportunities.
Roles and Responsibilities of General Education Teachers - CORRECT ANSWER a
variety of duties and expectations placed on general educators to ensure compliance
with legal mandates and effectively support students with disabilities in inclusive
classroom settings
Council for Exceptional Children's Standards for Professional Practice - CORRECT
ANSWER Standards teachers must adhere to in order to support all students effectively
Roles and Responsibilities of Special Education Teachers - CORRECT ANSWER a
variety of duties and expectations placed on special education teachers to use
evidence, instructional data, research, and professional knowledge to inform practice
and advocate for professional conditions and resources that will enhance learning
outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities
Section 504 - CORRECT ANSWER a civil rights law that ensures that students with
disabilities have equal access to education; prohibits discrimination against individuals
with disabilities in any program or activity that receives federal financial assistance
504 Plans - CORRECT ANSWER provide accommodations and supports that remove
barriers to learning and ensure equal access to education for students with disabilities
Accommodations - CORRECT ANSWER Changes or supports that help students
access the same learning materials and complete the same assignments as their peers
Modifications - CORRECT ANSWER A change to the content and skills that students
are expected to learn or master
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 - CORRECT ANSWER schools receiving
federal funds must ensure equal educational access and provide reasonable
accommodations for students with disabilities
Title III - CORRECT ANSWER federal legislation that focuses explicitly on English
language acquisition to support academic success for ELs
