Describe two reasons why defining learning disabilities has been so problematic
What will be an ideal response?
It's a relatively new field so there hasn't been as much time to come to a consensus regarding a definition. Yet, as the largest special education category (and one that many people are skeptical of the very existence of), it demands immediate defining. It has traditionally been associated with a presumption of central nervous system dysfunction of some kind, but until recently this has been very difficult to prove. It has been associated with psychological processing disorders that are terribly difficult to measure and that led to some training programs that were found to be without merit. It is associated with an IQ-achievement discrepancy that suggests that a child is not living up to potential as measured by standardized intelligence tests. This discrepancy
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Shawna is a teacher in a preschool where the classroom has a prepared environment and many sensory-based materials. There is an emphasis on respect for the children. Shawna's preschool is based on the work of ______________
A. John Dewey B. Johann Pestalozzi C. John Locke D. Maria Montessori
Which of the following best exemplifies physical punishment (spanking)?
A) It is legal in child care programs B) It is likely to make the child fearful or angry, or cause resentment C) It is the best approach to changing undesirable behavior D) It is likely to enhance the "teachable moment"
Explain one core principle of ‘RtI.'
What will be an ideal response?
Barbi just bought a piece of equipment that builds her students’ self-esteem and engages them in cooperative interaction. Which criterion of selecting equipment does this item meet?
a. Is the equipment durable? b. Does this piece of equipment support the program’s philosophy? c. Is the equipment appropriately sized for the children? d. Is the equipment aesthetically pleasing?