Question 1

Awareness and identification of an individual as disabled may occur in all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) by the time a fetus in 8 weeks old 
B) shortly after birth 
C) during the preschool years as a result of illness or accident 
D) upon entering school 
A) by the time a fetus in 8 weeks old 
B) shortly after birth 
C) during the preschool years as a result of illness or accident 
D) upon entering school

Question 2

The best intentions of teachers can easily be misinterpreted if they fail to consider the value system and cultural traditions of families who are culturally and linguistically diverse.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

When are schools expected to involve parents in decision-making processes?

Accepted Answer

A) When professionals think that parents will be able to understand the education system 
B) When parents understand and speak the language 
C) When parents are willing to comply with suggestions of professionals 
D) Schools are always expected to involve parents. 
A) When professionals think that parents will be able to understand the education system 
B) When parents understand and speak the language 
C) When parents are willing to comply with suggestions of professionals 
D) Schools are always expected to involve parents.

Question 4

In regards to children with disabilities,professionals have historically viewed parents as

Accepted Answer

A) a cause of the child's problem. 
B) collaborators. 
C) passive recipients of services. 
D) as both a cause of the child's problem and as passive recipients of services. 
A) a cause of the child's problem. 
B) collaborators. 
C) passive recipients of services. 
D) as both a cause of the child's problem and as passive recipients of services.

Question 5

Parents have always been considered key players in dealing with a child's disability.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Choose three issues from the list and discuss how professionals' attitudes toward parents and families have changed over time: vision,support and assistance,socialization,hope for the future,instructional emphasis,and social support.

Accepted Answer

Vision
Traditional: accept burden of chi

Question 7

When working with families who have a child with a disability,it is important to recognize that

Accepted Answer

A) these are actually dysfunctional families and should be treated as such. 
B) no family will ever run smoothly if they are dealing with an exceptional child. 
C) these families will have strengths and weaknesses but can learn to run smoothly. 
D) the emotional and financial burden will likely be so great that the parents will not likely be able to care for the child. 
A) these are actually dysfunctional families and should be treated as such. 
B) no family will ever run smoothly if they are dealing with an exceptional child. 
C) these families will have strengths and weaknesses but can learn to run smoothly. 
D) the emotional and financial burden will likely be so great that the parents will not likely be able to care for the child.

Question 8

______ are the features that make a family unique.

Accepted Answer

A) Cultural background 
B) Geographic location 
C) Family size 
D) All of these 
A) Cultural background 
B) Geographic location 
C) Family size 
D) All of these

Question 9

______ involves sharing of information and resources as well as expertise and a commitment to jointly reaching decisions.

Accepted Answer

A) Cohabitation 
B) Active listening 
C) Collaboration 
D) Cohesion 
A) Cohabitation 
B) Active listening 
C) Collaboration 
D) Cohesion

Question 10

Listening to parents and other caregivers with understanding is known as

Accepted Answer

A) active listening. 
B) reciprocity. 
C) sympathy. 
D) encouragement. 
A) active listening. 
B) reciprocity. 
C) sympathy. 
D) encouragement.

Question 11

The movement from one stage to another,within the family life cycle,is characterized as ______.

Accepted Answer

A) transitions 
B) stress 
C) family reconstruction 
D) adaptability 
A) transitions 
B) stress 
C) family reconstruction 
D) adaptability

Question 12

The primary decision maker for a child's future is the ______.

Accepted Answer

A) parents 
B) school 
C) child 
D) family 
A) parents 
B) school 
C) child 
D) family

Question 13

As stated in the text,how many distinct periods are there in the history of parent-professional relationships,with parents who have exceptional children?

Accepted Answer

A) 5 
B) 10 
C) 3 
D) 0 
A) 5 
B) 10 
C) 3 
D) 0

Question 14

______ is characterized by a state of mind in which a deliberate effort is made to recognize,understand,and resolve problems.

Accepted Answer

A) Rationalizing 
B) Bargaining 
C) Acceptance 
D) Adjustment 
A) Rationalizing 
B) Bargaining 
C) Acceptance 
D) Adjustment

Question 15

To establish meaningful and effective alliances with families with children who are disabled,it is recommended that professionals create partnerships based on

Accepted Answer

A) the idea that professionals know more than families and families should defer to professionals. 
B) honesty,trust,and respect. 
C) the idea that most families are not capable of handling exceptional children. 
D) the assumption that all families will do everything possible to support their child. 
A) the idea that professionals know more than families and families should defer to professionals. 
B) honesty,trust,and respect. 
C) the idea that most families are not capable of handling exceptional children. 
D) the assumption that all families will do everything possible to support their child.

Question 16

______ is characterized by "striking a deal" with God,science,or anyone parents believe may be able to help their child.

Accepted Answer

A) Rationalizing 
B) Bargaining 
C) Acceptance 
D) Adjustment 
A) Rationalizing 
B) Bargaining 
C) Acceptance 
D) Adjustment

Question 17

The contemporary emphasis on building family-professional partnerships implies that families are full and equal partners with professionals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a deleterious effect of having a sibling with a disability?

Accepted Answer

A) depression 
B) social withdrawals 
C) jealousy 
D) excellent peer relationships 
A) depression 
B) social withdrawals 
C) jealousy 
D) excellent peer relationships

Question 19

When working with families of a child with a disability,it is important for the professional to focus on the families' strengths and resources and not solely on the challenges of raising such a child.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Identify at least eight ways a teacher can exhibit cultural sensitivity.

Accepted Answer

(Answers may vary.Should include at leas

Awareness and identification of an individual as disabled may occur in all of the following EXCEPT

The best intentions of teachers can easily be misinterpreted if they fail to consider the value system and cultural traditions of families who are culturally and linguistically diverse.

When are schools expected to involve parents in decision-making processes?

In regards to children with disabilities,professionals have historically viewed parents as

Parents have always been considered key players in dealing with a child's disability.

Choose three issues from the list and discuss how professionals' attitudes toward parents and families have changed over time: vision,support and assistance,socialization,hope for the future,instructional emphasis,and social support.

When working with families who have a child with a disability,it is important to recognize that

______ are the features that make a family unique.

______ involves sharing of information and resources as well as expertise and a commitment to jointly reaching decisions.

Listening to parents and other caregivers with understanding is known as

The movement from one stage to another,within the family life cycle,is characterized as ______.

The primary decision maker for a child's future is the ______.

As stated in the text,how many distinct periods are there in the history of parent-professional relationships,with parents who have exceptional children?

______ is characterized by a state of mind in which a deliberate effort is made to recognize,understand,and resolve problems.

To establish meaningful and effective alliances with families with children who are disabled,it is recommended that professionals create partnerships based on

______ is characterized by "striking a deal" with God,science,or anyone parents believe may be able to help their child.

The contemporary emphasis on building family-professional partnerships implies that families are full and equal partners with professionals.

Which of the following is NOT a deleterious effect of having a sibling with a disability?

When working with families of a child with a disability,it is important for the professional to focus on the families' strengths and resources and not solely on the challenges of raising such a child.

Identify at least eight ways a teacher can exhibit cultural sensitivity.

Special Education in Context: People, Concepts, and Perspectives

Policies,Practices,and Programs

Cultural and Linguistic Diversity and Exceptionality

Assistive Technology

Individuals with Intellectual Disability

Individuals with Learning Disabilities

Individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Individuals with Emotional or Behavioral Disorders

Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Individuals with Speech and Language Impairments

Individuals with Hearing Impairments

Individuals with Visual Impairments

Individuals with Physical Disabilities, Health Disabilities, and Related Low-Incidence Disabilities

Individuals Who Are Gifted and Talented

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Exam 4: Parents,Families,and Exceptionality

Awareness and identification of an individual as disabled may occur in all of the following EXCEPT

The best intentions of teachers can easily be misinterpreted if they fail to consider the value system and cultural traditions of families who are culturally and linguistically diverse.

When are schools expected to involve parents in decision-making processes?

In regards to children with disabilities,professionals have historically viewed parents as

Parents have always been considered key players in dealing with a child's disability.

Choose three issues from the list and discuss how professionals' attitudes toward parents and families have changed over time: vision,support and assistance,socialization,hope for the future,instructional emphasis,and social support.

When working with families who have a child with a disability,it is important to recognize that

______ are the features that make a family unique.

______ involves sharing of information and resources as well as expertise and a commitment to jointly reaching decisions.

Listening to parents and other caregivers with understanding is known as

The movement from one stage to another,within the family life cycle,is characterized as ______.

The primary decision maker for a child's future is the ______.

As stated in the text,how many distinct periods are there in the history of parent-professional relationships,with parents who have exceptional children?

______ is characterized by a state of mind in which a deliberate effort is made to recognize,understand,and resolve problems.

To establish meaningful and effective alliances with families with children who are disabled,it is recommended that professionals create partnerships based on

______ is characterized by "striking a deal" with God,science,or anyone parents believe may be able to help their child.

The contemporary emphasis on building family-professional partnerships implies that families are full and equal partners with professionals.

Which of the following is NOT a deleterious effect of having a sibling with a disability?

When working with families of a child with a disability,it is important for the professional to focus on the families' strengths and resources and not solely on the challenges of raising such a child.

Identify at least eight ways a teacher can exhibit cultural sensitivity.

Special Education in Context: People, Concepts, and Perspectives

Policies,Practices,and Programs

Cultural and Linguistic Diversity and Exceptionality

Assistive Technology

Individuals with Intellectual Disability

Individuals with Learning Disabilities

Individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Individuals with Emotional or Behavioral Disorders

Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Individuals with Speech and Language Impairments

Individuals with Hearing Impairments

Individuals with Visual Impairments

Individuals with Physical Disabilities, Health Disabilities, and Related Low-Incidence Disabilities

Individuals Who Are Gifted and Talented

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