Purpose and Promise of Special Education

Who are Exceptional Children?

• Children with Disabilities

• Children above/below the norm that require individualized programs of special ed.

• Children that are normal but need attention

• Children that are unable to learn anything

Twice as many [blank] as females receive special education.

What percent of children with disabilities represent the school-age population?

• 20%

• 4.3%

• 50%

• 9.5%

True or false?

Labeling and classification leads to more acceptance by peers?

• True

• False

What are some disadvantages of labeling and classification?

• Focuses on what students cannot do.

• May negatively affect self-esteem.

• May stigmatize and lead to peer rejection.

• All of the above.

What does ESSA stand for?

• Everyone Saves Some Avacados

• Each Student Stores Association

• Every Student Succeeds Act

• Every Student Snowboards Act

SPED teachers must hold at least a bachelor's degree and full [blank] certification in SPED.

The Javits Gifted and Talented Student Education Act...

• Extends civil rights to people with disabilities

• Provides financial incentives

• Improves the achievement of all students

• Helps children