Briefly describe the philosophical belief supporting "normalization". Describe how this philosophy contrasts with earlier beliefs about people with disabilities.
What will be an ideal response?
Answer should include the philosophical belief supporting normalization as described in this chapter. Answer should explain how this belief differs from earlier beliefs that persons with disabilities were eternal children.
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Which process involves administering the same test to all students in order to determine who is likely to be at risk for academic difficulties?
A. Universal screening B. Progress monitoring C. Universal design D. Informal assessment
Funding sources often require programs to justify the progress of participating children by:
A. acknowledging the fluctuation of every child’s growth and development can cause test scores to fluctuate. B. generally selecting commercially prepared standardized tests. C. seldom requiring standardized tests for program accountability. D. all of the above
How long has research on differentiating instruction been demonstrating its effectiveness?
a. 1-2 years b. Decades c. Centuries d. Research has not demonstrated the effectiveness of differentiating instruction.
Which one of the following statements best captures the textbook's view about the value of the Internet in classroom instruction?
a. It has potential as a learning tool, but teachers should scaffold and monitor students' use of it. b. Many computer experts suggest that its dangers (e.g., exposure to racism and other forms of intolerance) far outweigh the benefits it might have for children and adolescents. c. It appears to be far more effective than classroom lectures as a way to promote learning, especially at the secondary level. d. Its effects are minimal unless students each have access to their own computer terminal.