WGU D635 Practices for Inclusive Classrooms Section 2
Characteristics of Learners with Diverse Learning Needs Latest
Update 2026 | Exam Prep
1. What is the primary objective of Structured English Immersion for English
learners?
To isolate EL students from native English speakers.
To help EL students learn English for success in English-only classes.
To provide EL students with bilingual education.
To teach EL students about American culture.
2. If a teacher is working with a student with autism spectrum disorder who
struggles with sensory overload, which strategy could they implement to
support the student effectively?
Encouraging the student to participate in all group activities
Reducing the number of visual aids
Increasing the volume of classroom activities
Offering individualized sensory supports
3. What types of devices can be used as accommodations for students with
sensory impairments?
Sound amplification devices
Textbooks in braille
Virtual reality headsets
Speech recognition software
,4. Describe how environmental accommodations can impact the learning
experience of students with attention difficulties.
Environmental accommodations help minimize distractions,
allowing students with attention difficulties to focus better on their
tasks.
Environmental accommodations are primarily used to promote social
interactions among students.
Environmental accommodations are designed to increase the volume
of classroom discussions.
Environmental accommodations focus on enhancing physical comfort
rather than learning outcomes.
5. Describe how adaptive driving controls can impact the independence of
individuals with mobility impairments.
Adaptive driving controls enable individuals with mobility
impairments to drive independently, enhancing their mobility and
freedom.
Adaptive driving controls limit the driving capabilities of individuals.
Adaptive driving controls are only for individuals with visual
impairments.
Adaptive driving controls are primarily used for racing purposes.
6. Which of the following is a purpose of IDEA?
To ensure that all students with disabilities have available to them a
free appropriate public education.
To assist States, localities, educational service agencies, and Federal
agencies to provide for the education of all students with disabilities
, To ensure that the rights of students with disabilities and their
parent/guardians are protected.
All of the stated answers are correct
7. What are two key characteristics of Conduct Disorder in children?
Excessive shyness and withdrawal from social interactions.
Aggression toward others and serious violations of rules and social
norms.
Strong adherence to rules and social norms.
Inability to focus and hyperactivity in various settings.
8. Describe how special education adapts teaching methods for students with
diverse needs.
Special education does not consider cultural differences.
Special education uses a one-size-fits-all approach to teaching.
Special education adapts teaching methods by using different
strategies and materials to meet each student's unique
requirements.
Special education focuses solely on physical disabilities.
9. If a student with a hearing impairment is struggling to follow instructions in a
classroom, what specific accommodation could be implemented to support
their learning?
Providing printed copies of all spoken instructions
Offering additional tutoring sessions after school
Changing the classroom layout to a circular arrangement
Use of sound amplification devices
, 10. If a teacher notices a student with ODD frequently disrupting class, which
approach should they prioritize to improve the situation?
Limit the student's participation in group discussions.
Increase the number of assignments given to the student.
Implement clear rules and praise positive behavior.
Separate the student from their peers during class activities.
11. In a classroom with a significant number of English learners (ELs), what
strategies could a teacher implement to enhance their learning experience?
Assign more homework to ELs to improve their language skills.
Use only English-speaking materials without adaptations.
Provide tailored support and accommodations to help ELs access
the curriculum.
Limit interaction between ELs and native speakers.
12. What is the definition of mobility impairment?
A physical and permanent disability that hinders a person's ability
to move from place to place without the aid of an assistive device.
A condition that affects the ability to control and use objects with the
hands and wrists.
Disabilities caused by various disorders that affect a person's stature,
proportions or shape.
A symptom characterized by progressive weakness and loss of
muscle mass.
Characteristics of Learners with Diverse Learning Needs Latest
Update 2026 | Exam Prep
1. What is the primary objective of Structured English Immersion for English
learners?
To isolate EL students from native English speakers.
To help EL students learn English for success in English-only classes.
To provide EL students with bilingual education.
To teach EL students about American culture.
2. If a teacher is working with a student with autism spectrum disorder who
struggles with sensory overload, which strategy could they implement to
support the student effectively?
Encouraging the student to participate in all group activities
Reducing the number of visual aids
Increasing the volume of classroom activities
Offering individualized sensory supports
3. What types of devices can be used as accommodations for students with
sensory impairments?
Sound amplification devices
Textbooks in braille
Virtual reality headsets
Speech recognition software
,4. Describe how environmental accommodations can impact the learning
experience of students with attention difficulties.
Environmental accommodations help minimize distractions,
allowing students with attention difficulties to focus better on their
tasks.
Environmental accommodations are primarily used to promote social
interactions among students.
Environmental accommodations are designed to increase the volume
of classroom discussions.
Environmental accommodations focus on enhancing physical comfort
rather than learning outcomes.
5. Describe how adaptive driving controls can impact the independence of
individuals with mobility impairments.
Adaptive driving controls enable individuals with mobility
impairments to drive independently, enhancing their mobility and
freedom.
Adaptive driving controls limit the driving capabilities of individuals.
Adaptive driving controls are only for individuals with visual
impairments.
Adaptive driving controls are primarily used for racing purposes.
6. Which of the following is a purpose of IDEA?
To ensure that all students with disabilities have available to them a
free appropriate public education.
To assist States, localities, educational service agencies, and Federal
agencies to provide for the education of all students with disabilities
, To ensure that the rights of students with disabilities and their
parent/guardians are protected.
All of the stated answers are correct
7. What are two key characteristics of Conduct Disorder in children?
Excessive shyness and withdrawal from social interactions.
Aggression toward others and serious violations of rules and social
norms.
Strong adherence to rules and social norms.
Inability to focus and hyperactivity in various settings.
8. Describe how special education adapts teaching methods for students with
diverse needs.
Special education does not consider cultural differences.
Special education uses a one-size-fits-all approach to teaching.
Special education adapts teaching methods by using different
strategies and materials to meet each student's unique
requirements.
Special education focuses solely on physical disabilities.
9. If a student with a hearing impairment is struggling to follow instructions in a
classroom, what specific accommodation could be implemented to support
their learning?
Providing printed copies of all spoken instructions
Offering additional tutoring sessions after school
Changing the classroom layout to a circular arrangement
Use of sound amplification devices
, 10. If a teacher notices a student with ODD frequently disrupting class, which
approach should they prioritize to improve the situation?
Limit the student's participation in group discussions.
Increase the number of assignments given to the student.
Implement clear rules and praise positive behavior.
Separate the student from their peers during class activities.
11. In a classroom with a significant number of English learners (ELs), what
strategies could a teacher implement to enhance their learning experience?
Assign more homework to ELs to improve their language skills.
Use only English-speaking materials without adaptations.
Provide tailored support and accommodations to help ELs access
the curriculum.
Limit interaction between ELs and native speakers.
12. What is the definition of mobility impairment?
A physical and permanent disability that hinders a person's ability
to move from place to place without the aid of an assistive device.
A condition that affects the ability to control and use objects with the
hands and wrists.
Disabilities caused by various disorders that affect a person's stature,
proportions or shape.
A symptom characterized by progressive weakness and loss of
muscle mass.
