WGU D755: ASSESSMENT FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION EXAM
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COMPREHENSIVE LATEST VERSION
What are qualitative assessments? Methods of evaluation that focus on
understanding the characteristics, qualities, and experiences of individuals
rather than quantifying data.
What are quantitative assessments? Methods of evaluation that focus on
measuring and quantifying a student's performance, skills, or knowledge using
numerical data.
What are informal assessments? More flexible and spontaneous assessments
that occur during everyday classroom activities.
What are formal assessments? Structured evaluations that adhere to
predetermined criteria and are often standardized.
What are formative assessments? Assessments used during the learning process
to gauge student understanding and guide further learning.
What are summative assessments? A tool for evaluating student learning at
specific points, such as at the end of a unit, semester, or academic year, often in
the form of a quiz or test.
What is universal screening? Implementing regular assessments to identify
students who may require additional support or intervention early on.
What is Child Find? A legal mandate under the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act that requires public schools to identify, locate, and evaluate all
children with exceptionalities who may be in need of special education and
related services.
What are criterion-referenced assessments? Assessments that measure a
student's performance against a specific set of criteria or learning standards.
, What are curriculum-based assessments? Frequent, brief assessments that
evaluate a student's progress in specific academic areas directly linked to the
curriculum.
What is direct observation? A method that allows educators to record specific
behaviors in real-time, focusing on particular times, activities, or settings where
issues are most likely to arise.
What are behavioral checklists and rating scales? Tools that quantify the
frequency, intensity, and duration of behaviors, offering a measurable way to
track changes over time and assess intervention success.
What is a functional behavior assessment? A systematic process used to identify
the underlying causes and functions of specific behaviors in students.
What is student self-assessment? A process that encourages students to reflect
on their behavior and the effectiveness of interventions, promoting self-
awareness and aligning their perspectives with teacher observations.
What are anecdotal records? Documentation of specific behavioral incidents in
a narrative form, providing detailed qualitative data that can reveal patterns and
guide intervention adjustments.
What is the 4-point method? A method that allows educators to plot data points
from assessments on a graph, connecting four key points such as the start,
midpoint, and endpoints of a given period.
What is a goal line? A line that represents the expected trajectory of student
progress based on set goals.
What is trend line analysis? A tool that helps in visualizing the trajectory of a
student's performance or behavior and can be used to predict future outcomes.
What is the pre-referral process? A systematic approach used to address and
support students who are struggling academically or behaviorally prior to a
formal special education referral.
What is an intervention assistance team? A team that meets during the pre-
referral process, usually including general education and special education
teachers, school psychologists, administrators, and other professionals who have
a vested interest in the student.
READY - VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS -
COMPREHENSIVE LATEST VERSION
What are qualitative assessments? Methods of evaluation that focus on
understanding the characteristics, qualities, and experiences of individuals
rather than quantifying data.
What are quantitative assessments? Methods of evaluation that focus on
measuring and quantifying a student's performance, skills, or knowledge using
numerical data.
What are informal assessments? More flexible and spontaneous assessments
that occur during everyday classroom activities.
What are formal assessments? Structured evaluations that adhere to
predetermined criteria and are often standardized.
What are formative assessments? Assessments used during the learning process
to gauge student understanding and guide further learning.
What are summative assessments? A tool for evaluating student learning at
specific points, such as at the end of a unit, semester, or academic year, often in
the form of a quiz or test.
What is universal screening? Implementing regular assessments to identify
students who may require additional support or intervention early on.
What is Child Find? A legal mandate under the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act that requires public schools to identify, locate, and evaluate all
children with exceptionalities who may be in need of special education and
related services.
What are criterion-referenced assessments? Assessments that measure a
student's performance against a specific set of criteria or learning standards.
, What are curriculum-based assessments? Frequent, brief assessments that
evaluate a student's progress in specific academic areas directly linked to the
curriculum.
What is direct observation? A method that allows educators to record specific
behaviors in real-time, focusing on particular times, activities, or settings where
issues are most likely to arise.
What are behavioral checklists and rating scales? Tools that quantify the
frequency, intensity, and duration of behaviors, offering a measurable way to
track changes over time and assess intervention success.
What is a functional behavior assessment? A systematic process used to identify
the underlying causes and functions of specific behaviors in students.
What is student self-assessment? A process that encourages students to reflect
on their behavior and the effectiveness of interventions, promoting self-
awareness and aligning their perspectives with teacher observations.
What are anecdotal records? Documentation of specific behavioral incidents in
a narrative form, providing detailed qualitative data that can reveal patterns and
guide intervention adjustments.
What is the 4-point method? A method that allows educators to plot data points
from assessments on a graph, connecting four key points such as the start,
midpoint, and endpoints of a given period.
What is a goal line? A line that represents the expected trajectory of student
progress based on set goals.
What is trend line analysis? A tool that helps in visualizing the trajectory of a
student's performance or behavior and can be used to predict future outcomes.
What is the pre-referral process? A systematic approach used to address and
support students who are struggling academically or behaviorally prior to a
formal special education referral.
What is an intervention assistance team? A team that meets during the pre-
referral process, usually including general education and special education
teachers, school psychologists, administrators, and other professionals who have
a vested interest in the student.
