Praxis 5621
Question 1 of 5.
Which of the following is a true statement regarding parental rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?
A. Parents can receive a copy of eligibility determination and evaluation reports at a minimal cost.
B. Parents provide information that is part of the student'sassessment.
C. The student'steacher must represent the parents in developing the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
D. Parents do not need to give consent for all evaluations, only the initial assessment for special education.
Explanation: IDEA mandates that parents are integral members of the evaluation team and provides the right to contribute information about their child for assessments. This ensures a comprehensive understanding of the student'sneeds.
Question 2 of 5.
Extract:Martin, a student who has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, receives a variety of services detailed in his Individualized Education Program (IEP). Toward the end of the school year, the IEP team meets to discuss strategies for how Martin can continue to get support over the summer months when school is not in session.
Which of the following is most likely to provide Martin with the academic and social supports he needs?
A. Asking Martin's parents to arrange for volunteer tutors who will provide instruction to Martin as needed to reinforce skills taught throughout the year
B. Providing extended school year services to ensure Martin retains all the valuable skills that are taught throughout the year
C. Arranging for Martin to practice skills learned throughout the school year using online interactive educational games approved by his teacher
D. Having the guidance counselor organize small groups of students to meet a couple of times over the summer to ensure Martin interacts with his peers
Explanation: Extended School Year (ESY) services are a formal provision under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for students with disabilities, like autism, who are at high risk of regression and recoupment difficulties over extended breaks. ESY is designed to maintain learned skills and is determined by the IEP team based on individual student needs, making it the most comprehensive and legally appropriate option.
Question 3 of 5.
Extract:Which of the following school support personnel is best qualified to implement an assistive technology communication board for a student and train the teachers and family to work with the student on the device?
Which of the following school support personnel is best qualified to implement an assistive technology communication board for a student and train the teachers and family to work with the student on the device?
A. Occupational therapist
B. School counselor
C. Physical therapist
D. Speech-language pathologist
Explanation: Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are specifically trained in all aspects of communication, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices like communication boards. Their expertise lies in assessing communication needs, implementing such devices, and training others in their use to support the student's speech and language development.
Question 4 of 5.
Extract:Mr. Benson is working with Megan, a student in his first-grade class, and asks her to read a short story aloud. During the reading, Megan comes to a word she does not recognize and stops. Mr. Benson tells Megan the word and asks her to reread the sentence saying the difficult word once again. Mr. Benson then takes the opportunity to provide direct instruction in a phonics strategy that will help Megan decode other unknown words she may encounter that follow the same phonics rule. Mr. Benson continues to support Megan’s learning and provides opportunities for her to apply the newly learned decoding technique. As Megan becomes more proficient in using the skill, Mr. Benson encourages her to take more responsibility on her own for sounding out unfamiliar words.
The instructional scenario best shows the teacher's use of which of the following strategies to support student learning?
A. Mentoring
B. Modeling
C. Differentiation
D. Scaffolding
Explanation: Scaffolding is an instructional technique where a teacher provides supports for learning and gradually removes them as the student becomes more proficient. The scenario perfectly illustrates this: the teacher starts with heavy support (providing the word), then provides direct instruction, offers opportunities for guided practice, and finally reduces support to encourage independence.
Question 5 of 5.
Extract:An Individualized Education Program (IEP) team meets to discuss the educational plan for a kindergarten student with a learning disability. The student has good verbal communication and social skills but struggles with academics. During the meeting, the team establishes a plan for how the paraprofessional can best support the student.
Which of the following is the most appropriate role for the paraprofessional?
A. Working with the student one-on-one to facilitate group interactions with peers
B. Organizing functional living and learning experiences for the student
C. Assisting in delivering instruction and monitoring student progress
D. Ensuring that lesson plans are aligned to the student's specific IEP goals and objectives
Explanation: The primary role of a paraprofessional is to assist the certified teacher in implementing instruction and supporting students under the teacher's guidance. Monitoring progress is also a key supportive duty. While other choices describe tasks a teacher might do (D) or are less relevant to the stated academic needs (A, B), assisting with instruction delivery is the most direct and appropriate support for a student struggling academically.