D755 - Assessment for Special Education
Exam QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
Qualitative assessments - CORRECT ANSWER methods of evaluation that focus on
understanding the characteristics, qualities, and experiences of individuals rather than
quantifying data
Quantitative assessments - CORRECT ANSWER methods of evaluation that focus on
measuring and quantifying a student's performance, skills, or knowledge using numerical data
Informal assessments - CORRECT ANSWER more flexible and spontaneous,
occurring during everyday classroom activities
Formal assessments - CORRECT ANSWER structured evaluations that adhere to
predetermined criteria and are often standardized
Formative assessments - CORRECT ANSWER used during the learning process to
gauge student understanding and guide further learning
Summative assessments - CORRECT ANSWER 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
Universal screening - CORRECT ANSWER implementing regular assessments to
identify students who may require additional support or intervention early on
Child Find - CORRECT ANSWER a legal mandate under the Individuals with
Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that requires public schools to identify, locate, and
evaluate all children with exceptionalities who may be in need of special education and
related services
, Criterion-referenced assessments - CORRECT ANSWER measure a student's
performance against a specific set of criteria or learning standards
Curriculum-based assessments - CORRECT ANSWER frequent, brief assessments that
evaluate a student's progress in specific academic areas directly linked to the curriculum
Direct observation - CORRECT ANSWER allows educators to record specific
behaviors in real-time, focusing on particular times, activities, or settings where issues are
most likely to arise
Behavioral checklists and rating scales - CORRECT ANSWER quantify the frequency,
intensity, and duration of behaviors, offering a measurable way to track changes over time
and assess intervention success
Functional behavior assessment (FBA) - CORRECT ANSWER a systematic process
used to identify the underlying causes and functions of specific behaviors in students
Student self-assessment - CORRECT ANSWER encourages students to reflect on their
behavior and the effectiveness of interventions, promoting self-awareness and aligning their
perspectives with teacher observations
Anecdotal records - CORRECT ANSWER document specific behavioral incidents in a
narrative form, providing detailed qualitative data that can reveal patterns and guide
intervention adjustments
4-point method - CORRECT ANSWER 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
Goal line - CORRECT ANSWER represents the expected trajectory of student progress
based on set goals
Exam QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
Qualitative assessments - CORRECT ANSWER methods of evaluation that focus on
understanding the characteristics, qualities, and experiences of individuals rather than
quantifying data
Quantitative assessments - CORRECT ANSWER methods of evaluation that focus on
measuring and quantifying a student's performance, skills, or knowledge using numerical data
Informal assessments - CORRECT ANSWER more flexible and spontaneous,
occurring during everyday classroom activities
Formal assessments - CORRECT ANSWER structured evaluations that adhere to
predetermined criteria and are often standardized
Formative assessments - CORRECT ANSWER used during the learning process to
gauge student understanding and guide further learning
Summative assessments - CORRECT ANSWER 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
Universal screening - CORRECT ANSWER implementing regular assessments to
identify students who may require additional support or intervention early on
Child Find - CORRECT ANSWER a legal mandate under the Individuals with
Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that requires public schools to identify, locate, and
evaluate all children with exceptionalities who may be in need of special education and
related services
, Criterion-referenced assessments - CORRECT ANSWER measure a student's
performance against a specific set of criteria or learning standards
Curriculum-based assessments - CORRECT ANSWER frequent, brief assessments that
evaluate a student's progress in specific academic areas directly linked to the curriculum
Direct observation - CORRECT ANSWER allows educators to record specific
behaviors in real-time, focusing on particular times, activities, or settings where issues are
most likely to arise
Behavioral checklists and rating scales - CORRECT ANSWER quantify the frequency,
intensity, and duration of behaviors, offering a measurable way to track changes over time
and assess intervention success
Functional behavior assessment (FBA) - CORRECT ANSWER a systematic process
used to identify the underlying causes and functions of specific behaviors in students
Student self-assessment - CORRECT ANSWER encourages students to reflect on their
behavior and the effectiveness of interventions, promoting self-awareness and aligning their
perspectives with teacher observations
Anecdotal records - CORRECT ANSWER document specific behavioral incidents in a
narrative form, providing detailed qualitative data that can reveal patterns and guide
intervention adjustments
4-point method - CORRECT ANSWER 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
Goal line - CORRECT ANSWER represents the expected trajectory of student progress
based on set goals
