TExES Special Education EC–12 (161) Practice Test

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• How can parents support their child's learning at home?
• What type of instruction is best suited for students with severe disabilities?
• What is the importance of fostering independence in students with disabilities?
• When faced with a complex math problem, a student selects an arbitrary answer. What does this indicate about the student?
• Collaborative Strategic Reading (CSR) is based on which two practices?
• What is the benefit of using visual aids in special education?
• Which set of skills is considered essential for developmentally delayed students to learn?
• What is the timeframe a school must provide requested student records according to FERPA?
• When assessing a student's reading level, what is an indicator of frustration level?
• What type of process is the development of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)?
• What does an IDEA IEP team primarily determine?
• Which educational strategy is often used to support students who demonstrate challenging behaviors?
• What does the term "cross-categorical" refer to in special education?
• What does a student demonstrate when he correctly marks divisions in a text string during the silent reading fluency test?
• In research, how do dyslexic readers utilize their brains differently compared to non-dyslexic readers?
• What are effective strategies for teaching students with diverse learning needs?
• For a high school student struggling with reading, what would be the most beneficial instructional focus?
• Which action should the teacher take when noticing the boy's severe emotional distress during class?
• Which federal law requires schools to provide services for students with ADHD?
• What disorder is characterized by difficulty with the mechanical act of writing?
• What approach should a teacher take to help a student understand relationships in solving applied math problems?
• What does the term "inclusion" refer to in special education?
• What should a teacher do if a student is not making progress with interventions?
• What are the rights protected under FERPA regarding student records?
• What does language load refer to?
• When compiling a developmental history for a student, whom should the teacher consult for the most reliable information?
• What does the acronym ORF stand for in educational assessments?
• What does the acronym RTI stand for in the context of special education?
• Who is primarily responsible for implementing the IEP?
• What is another name commonly used for Autism Spectrum Disorder?
• A resource service in a school primarily aims to:
• A resource teacher provides feedback to correct a reading error related to pronunciation. What is this strategy called?
• When a new student shows limited social interaction and prefers solitary activities, what should the teacher do first?
• What is an appropriate frequency for evaluating reading comprehension?
• What is an appropriate way to address learning modifications for individual students?
• How can educational technology be leveraged for students with disabilities?
• What are the symptoms of diabetic hypoglycemia in a first grader?
• Which of the following strategies is recommended when working with English Language Learners?
• What approach should be taken when a student shows a repeated misunderstanding in reading?
• What strategy should a special education teacher consider when feeling ineffective?
• What is the likely outcome for students who receive adequate interventions through RTI?
• Which of the following characteristics is commonly associated with students with autism spectrum disorder?
• What does ADA stand for?
• What happens when a student is unable to recognize multiple words in a text?
• When a teacher asks a student to do a picture walk, what is the focus of this activity?
• How can assistive technology benefit students with disabilities?
• Which of the following is NOT a component of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)?
• What is a key benefit of collaboration between special education and general education teachers?
• How do small class sizes benefit students with disabilities?
• What is the aim of using differentiated instruction in a special education classroom?
• How does the Tiered Model of Instruction support students with varying needs?
• What is the most likely diagnosis for a student who avoids eye contact, rocks back and forth, and sometimes erupts in anger?
• Which of the following best defines word recognition?
• What strategy is best for students taking a Maze test with blanks to fill in?
• Which option lists the types of Bilingual Special Education Instructional Delivery Models accurately?
• Which practice is essential for ensuring positive outcomes in special education?
• Which symptom is NOT associated with Tourette syndrome?
• How can a teacher effectively utilize a picture book of folk tales from an ELL's culture?
• What is the primary focus of special education?
• A four-year-old child showing difficulty with numbers likely has:
• What is a characteristic of emergent writers?
• As part of transition planning, how should a teacher approach a student moving to general education?
• Which learning style best supports the understanding of numerical relationships through hands-on experiences?
• What is one approach to reduce test anxiety in students?
• What type of activities are phonological awareness activities primarily classified as?
• What is the most likely diagnosis for a student who repeatedly taps their front tooth and performs other ritualistic behaviors when anxious?
• What strategies are effective for supporting students with attention deficits?
• Which of the following is a sign of emotional disturbance in students?
• Who particularly benefits from word recognition strategies?
• Which of the following is NOT a category of disability recognized under IDEA?
• In what way can educators assess the effectiveness of interventions?
• What does behavior intervention typically include?
• What is the role of a paraprofessional in a special education setting?
• Which method is NOT a step to identify specific skill deficits in math?
• What type of assessment is used to determine a child's eligibility for special education?
• What type of load is utilized when employing familiar cultural content in teaching?
• What skills are included in the concept of "executive functioning"?
• What strategy can help students with disabilities when making new friends?
• A child gradually losing muscle strength is suspected to have which condition?
• What does a Cloze test evaluate?
• What strategy supports communication and learning for students with autism in the classroom?
• How can teachers best support students with sensory processing disorders?
• If a child is a Bodily Kinesthetic learner, how should a teacher assist with understanding numbers?
• What is a characteristic of Muscular Dystrophy as a genetic condition?
• How can teachers effectively assess a student's progress in math?
• Collaborative teaching involves which of the following practices?
• Which statement best explains why the student chose 'pretty' over 'beautiful'?
• How can educators foster a growth mindset culture in the classroom?
• Why is oral language competency important for emergent readers?
• What is an effective strategy for a resource room teacher helping students with reading comprehension?
• Which of the following is a key principle of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act?
• Which statement best describes the focus of behavior analysis in special education?
• According to the Assistive Technology Act, assistive devices are defined as:
• According to the Assistive Technology Act, what is one of the main activities required?
• Why is it important for students with disabilities to engage in extracurricular activities?
• What aspect of culturally responsive teaching helps ensure student engagement?
• What aspect of reading does effective tackling of unknown words typically involve?
• What is self-regulation in the context of special education?
• What is the role of culturally responsive teaching in special education?
• For a student misreading 10% of a text, what is their reading level?
• By law, how is a child with a disability defined?
• Which classroom environment is most supportive for a student with ADHD?
• Which of the following best describes a characteristic of ADHD?
• What is the term for specialized instructional strategies used to support students with disabilities?
• What is a fundamental reason for including parents in the IEP development process?
• Which document outlines the requirements for a student with a disability to receive special education services?
• In the context of reading disabilities, effective reading strategies belong primarily to which category?
• Which of the following actions demonstrates a commitment to inclusion in the classroom?
• What is a requirement for a student before being placed in a special education classroom?
• In the previously mentioned math problem, what is the correct answer for total travel time?
• What is the primary goal of reading fluency?
• What is a possible way a teacher can extend a lesson across the curriculum?
• Which strategy is not commonly used for students with attention deficits?
• What is the primary goal of the Bilingual Support Model in education?
• What is a common characteristic of students with dyslexia?
• According to IDEA, which members are required in an IEP team?
• Which behavior might suggest a student is experiencing trauma rather than typical teenage behavior?
• In lesson planning, how can a teacher effectively utilize students’ lists of skills?
• In a reading exercise with missing key words, what helps the student deduce the correct words?
• Which document must be developed when a student is identified with a disability?
• Which teaching strategy is used when a teacher supports a student's interaction with a learning program?
• What learning environment does IDEA require for students with special needs?
• During a parent-teacher conference about a student's behavior issues, what is the best first step for the teachers?
• What is one effective strategy to increase reading fluency for English Language Learners?
• Which activity can help ELLs with reading comprehension?
• What potential side effect might a student on antidepressant medication experience?
• What is an example of using collaborative methods in education?
• What law mandates that students with disabilities must have access to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)?
• What is a common misconception regarding assessment for young children with suspected learning disabilities?
• What is the best way to help a new student with learning disabilities transition into a special education classroom?
• Which educational approach emphasizes the use of student interests and strengths?
• What is one of the essential skills developmentally delayed students should learn for living independently?
• When is the appropriate time for a teacher to introduce picture books to children in a writing class?
• What is one of the key principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL)?
• At what level is a student reading if they misread 35 words in a 500-word text?
• Which of the following best describes Corrective feedback?
• What does Response to Intervention (RTI) primarily aim to identify?
• What should a teacher encourage a student to do if they feel uncomfortable with teasing from a classmate?
• What is an effective strategy for managing classroom behavior?
• What does verbal dyspraxia primarily affect?
• What type of assistive devices may help a student with cerebral palsy?
• How often must a student's IEP be reviewed and updated?
• What is the primary assessment tool used for evaluating educational performance in special education?
• What is a key component of Secondary Transition defined by IDEA?
• What is a critical approach to teaching spelling effectively?
• Why is it essential for teachers to analyze the effectiveness of their teaching strategies?
• If a student reads with more than a 10% error rate during assessment, they are likely:
• What is the most effective way to assess silent reading fluency?
• What is a key characteristic of a positive behavior support system?
• Which of the following is NOT considered an element of reading fluency?
• What is an effective method for helping students learn sight words?
• Why might a teacher suggest intervention rather than assessment for a kindergarten student suspected of having a learning disability?
• What is an example of scaffolding in teaching a new subject?
• How can teachers effectively address the individual needs of students with disabilities?
• Which strategy is effective for teaching students with learning disabilities?
• In the case of insulin shock, what is the best immediate action for a diabetic student?
• A student struggling with algebra may benefit from which suggested action?
• What is one of the primary goals of transition planning for students with disabilities?
• What teaching method has been successful for students with math disabilities according to multi-sensory techniques?
• What is an important consideration when assessing students with disabilities?
• Howard Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences includes which of the following types?
• What is one effective method to teach social skills to students with disabilities?
• How can a resource teacher best facilitate achievement in emergent writers?
• How does a teacher support a child with ADHD in a classroom setting?
• What type of intervention would be best for a student with low reading comprehension despite decent word decoding abilities?
• Which method is considered most effective for handling behavior problems in special education students?
• What behavior is characteristic of a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
• What is the primary benefit of the pre-reading activity discussing birds?
• What can indicate that a student has difficulty recalling math facts?
• What intervention is essential when a student shows signs of severe emotional distress during class?
• What is a potential challenge faced by students with disabilities during transitions?
• What is the role of social skills training for students with disabilities?
• Which of the following is crucial for ensuring a smooth transition for students with special needs?
• What is the significance of IEP goals in special education?
• What is the appropriate response of a teacher when modifying work for a student with learning disabilities?
• How can a teacher effectively assess students' prior knowledge on a specific topic?
• Which tool would best assist a student in manipulating time-related math problems?
• What approach can best assist a student with dyscalculia in organizing math problems?
• What should a teacher do periodically with student journals?
• What is the main difference between accommodations and modifications?
• How is an early activity of listing skills useful for a high school resource teacher?
• What age group does the Secondary Transition process primarily focus on?
• What should teachers use to ensure all students have access to the curriculum?
• What does ADHD stand for?
• What is one objective of the vocabulary enhancement project involving verbs?
• What type of learner is Ella, who excels with oral and written materials?
• What is the significance of peer-mediated instruction?
• What type of speech impairment is characterized by inconsistent speech errors?
• What is the role of social stories in supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder?
• What is the intent of gathering a team for an IEP according to IDEA?
• What does the term "self-advocacy" mean in the context of special education?
• What should a teacher do to encourage students to engage with their journals?
• Children with Asperger's Syndrome typically exhibit what kind of behaviors?
• What type of learning activity may benefit students with intellectual disabilities in math?
• What is the role of the ARD (Admission, Review, and Dismissal) committee?
• What is a key characteristic of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?
• Why is self-esteem important for students with disabilities?
• What behavior change in Jacob after his motorcycle accident suggests a potential issue?
• What comprehensive approach should teachers take for ELL students?
• What does explicit instruction in teaching include?
• What is the purpose of the Individualized Education Program (IEP)?
• What is a key component of student-centered learning?
• Identifying skill deficits in special education math students allows teachers to:
• Why is collaboration between general and special education teachers important?
• One of the most important elements in teaching emergent writing is:
• When transitioning from a self-contained special education classroom to a general education classroom, what is the best approach?
• What aspect is essential in the Response to Intervention (RTI) process?
• Which of the following is an outcome of effective word recognition strategies?
• What behavior might suggest a second grader lacks developed social skills?
• Why is data important in special education instruction?
• Which factor is important for understanding the development of a child with special needs?
• What are common manifestations of Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) in students?
• What type of feedback does the special education teacher receive from pre-reading activities?
• What is a key principle of differentiated instruction in special education?
• What constitutes an Oral Reading Fluency (ORF) assessment?
• A student encounters a reading test with blanks and chooses the correct answers from options given below. What is this assessment called?
• Which type of instructional support is focused on social skill development?
• What best describes the philosophy of inclusion in education?
• What is the most significant characteristic of children diagnosed with Autism?
• What is meant by "fading" in the context of special education?