Question 1

All children have the right to a free and appropriate public education between the ages of 3 and 21.

Accepted Answer

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ensures that children with disabilities have the right to a free and appropriate public education from ages 3 to 21 in the United States.

Question 2

The school environment must be the same for all children.

Accepted Answer

Different children have diverse needs and learning styles, so the school environment should be adaptable to accommodate these differences and provide an inclusive and supportive learning experience for all students.

Question 3

IDEA is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and was reauthorized in 2004 as PL 108-446.

Accepted Answer

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was reauthorized in 2004 as Public Law 108-446, which updated and amended the original act to improve educational outcomes for students with disabilities.

Question 4

Inclusion is not only about a place or a curriculum but also about a sense of belonging and participating successfully.

Accepted Answer

Inclusion involves creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to contribute, which goes beyond just physical presence or curriculum adjustments.

Question 5

Educators agree that there is no difference between inclusion, mainstreaming, and integration.

Accepted Answer

Inclusion, mainstreaming, and integration are distinct concepts in education, each with different approaches and goals for incorporating students with disabilities into general education settings.

Question 6

Most preschool programs include all types of children.

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

The emphasis in inclusive education is to provide direct tutoring to the child in a special room.

Accepted Answer

Inclusive education focuses on integrating all students, including those with disabilities, into regular classrooms, rather than isolating them in special rooms.

Question 8

In inclusive education, children with disabilities are full-time members of the general education classroom.

Accepted Answer

Inclusive education aims to integrate children with disabilities into general education classrooms, allowing them to participate fully alongside their peers.

Question 9

Inclusion is not a set of strategies but a plan of action affecting the total environment for the child and family.

Accepted Answer

Inclusion involves creating an environment that supports the participation and belonging of all individuals, rather than just implementing specific strategies.

Question 10

The concept of goodness-of-fit refers to the stage of development of the child.

Accepted Answer

Goodness-of-fit refers to how well a statistical model fits a set of observations, not to child development.

Question 11

Inclusion means that children with disabilities:
A) can attend public school if it is in their district.
B) attend preschool, child care, and recreational programs with their typically developing peers.
C) have special education programs available.
D) can participate in any and all programs regardless of age, gender, or race.

Accepted Answer

Inclusion refers to the practice of integrating children with disabilities into mainstream settings, such as preschool, child care, and recreational programs, alongside their typically developing peers.

Question 12

The Education for All Handicapped Children Act (PL 94-142) guaranteed:
A) that all children have a right to a special education.
B) that every child has a specialized classroom according to their disability.
C) that every child between the ages of 3 and 21 is entitled to a free and appropriate public education.
D) parents the right to place their child in a private school.

Accepted Answer

The Education for All Handicapped Children Act (PL 94-142) ensures that every child with a disability between the ages of 3 and 21 is entitled to a free and appropriate public education.

Question 13

A least restrictive environment means children with disabilities should be educated:
A) in the environment most like the educational environment of their peers who are typically developing.
B) partially alongside their typically developing peers but with periods of one-on-one specialized care.
C) in separate classrooms with extra supports to cover the curriculum of typically developing students.
D) without special restrictions or accommodations.

Accepted Answer

The least restrictive environment (LRE) principle under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) mandates that children with disabilities should be educated with their non-disabled peers to the greatest extent appropriate, in settings that are as close as possible to the regular educational environment.

Question 14

Mainstreaming was an attempt to:
A) include special classes for all types of children.
B) educate special children with disabilities at the same school.
C) allow children with disabilities the opportunity to go on field trips with other classes.
D) educate children with and without disabilities of the same age in the same classroom.

Accepted Answer

Mainstreaming refers to the practice of placing students with disabilities in general education classrooms with their peers without disabilities, allowing them to learn together.

Question 15

In inclusive education, children with disabilities:
A) are included for at least 50 percent of the day with other children.
B) have the same homeroom but different special education classes.
C) are included in all related activities such as art, music, and physical education if they do not interfere with the class environment.
D) are full-time members of the general education classroom.

Accepted Answer

Inclusive education means that children with disabilities are full-time members of the general education classroom, participating in all activities alongside their peers without segregation.

Question 16

When children with disabilities are in inclusive programs, they:
A) no longer receive special education services.
B) receive their special education and support services in their least restrictive environments.
C) have to pay more because they need extra services.
D) must do the same things that other children do.

Accepted Answer

Inclusive programs aim to provide children with disabilities the support they need in the least restrictive environment, allowing them to participate alongside their peers while still receiving necessary special education services.

Question 17

The best way to view inclusion, according to Ehlers (1993), is through:
A) beliefs and values.
B) traditional perspectives.
C) a political lens.
D) relationship to the self.

Accepted Answer

Ehlers (1993) suggests that inclusion is best viewed through beliefs and values, emphasizing the importance of underlying principles and attitudes in fostering inclusive environments.

Question 18

How will a family's belief system impact a child's educational setting?
A) It has nothing to do with the child's educational setting.
B) It will have a negative impact on the child's ability to succeed.
C) It will have a direct impact on its views about inclusion.
D) It will have little impact on the child's interactions with others.

Accepted Answer

A family's belief system can directly influence a child's views on inclusion, as it shapes their attitudes, values, and behaviors towards diversity and acceptance in educational settings.

Question 19

Providing high-quality care is important for:
A) all children, regardless of a child's disability.
B) only children with disabilities.
C) parents but not for the benefit of important for children.
D) typical children.

Accepted Answer

Providing high-quality care is important for all children, regardless of a child's disability.

Question 20

The experience of inclusion:
A) is always positive for children.
B) varies from child to child and family to family.
C) is dependent upon the child's type of disability.
D) is positive only if the parents pay extra.

Accepted Answer

The experience of inclusion can differ greatly among children and families due to individual needs, circumstances, and the specific environment in which inclusion is implemented.

Quiz 1: An Inclusive Approach to Early Education

All children have the right to a free and appropriate public education between the ages of 3 and 21.

The school environment must be the same for all children.

IDEA is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and was reauthorized in 2004 as PL 108-446.

Inclusion is not only about a place or a curriculum but also about a sense of belonging and participating successfully.

Educators agree that there is no difference between inclusion, mainstreaming, and integration.

Most preschool programs include all types of children.

The emphasis in inclusive education is to provide direct tutoring to the child in a special room.

In inclusive education, children with disabilities are full-time members of the general education classroom.

Inclusion is not a set of strategies but a plan of action affecting the total environment for the child and family.

The concept of goodness-of-fit refers to the stage of development of the child.

Inclusion means that children with disabilities:

The Education for All Handicapped Children Act (PL 94-142) guaranteed:

A least restrictive environment means children with disabilities should be educated:

Mainstreaming was an attempt to:

In inclusive education, children with disabilities:

When children with disabilities are in inclusive programs, they:

The best way to view inclusion, according to Ehlers (1993) , is through:

How will a family's belief system impact a child's educational setting?

Providing high-quality care is important for:

The experience of inclusion: