Assessment Accommodations
This quiz assesses your knowledge of assessment accommodations, which are modifications to assessments that allow students with disabilities to demonstrate their knowledge and skills on an equal basis with their peers.
Questions
What is the purpose of assessment accommodations?
- To give students with disabilities an unfair advantage.
- To make assessments easier for all students.
- To allow students with disabilities to demonstrate their knowledge and skills on an equal basis with their peers.
- To punish students who cheat on assessments.
Which of the following is an example of an assessment accommodation?
- Giving students extra time to complete an assessment.
- Providing students with a reader or scribe.
- Allowing students to use assistive technology.
- All of the above.
Who is responsible for providing assessment accommodations?
- The student's parents.
- The student's teacher.
- The school district.
- All of the above.
What is the best way to determine which assessment accommodations a student needs?
- Ask the student's parents.
- Ask the student's teacher.
- Conduct an assessment of the student's needs.
- All of the above.
What are some of the challenges associated with providing assessment accommodations?
- Cost.
- Time.
- Lack of training.
- All of the above.
What are some of the benefits of providing assessment accommodations?
- Increased student participation.
- Improved student performance.
- Reduced student stress.
- All of the above.
What is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?
- A federal law that guarantees a free and appropriate public education to students with disabilities.
- A federal law that provides funding for special education services.
- A federal law that protects the rights of students with disabilities.
- All of the above.
What is the difference between an assessment accommodation and a modification?
- Accommodations allow students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills on an equal basis with their peers, while modifications change the content or expectations of the assessment.
- Accommodations are for students with disabilities, while modifications are for students who are struggling.
- Accommodations are always necessary, while modifications are only sometimes necessary.
- None of the above.
What are some examples of assessment accommodations that can be used for students with dyslexia?
- Providing students with extra time to complete assessments.
- Allowing students to use assistive technology.
- Providing students with a reader or scribe.
- All of the above.
What are some examples of assessment accommodations that can be used for students with ADHD?
- Providing students with a quiet testing environment.
- Allowing students to take breaks during assessments.
- Providing students with fidget toys.
- All of the above.
What are some examples of assessment accommodations that can be used for students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?
- Providing students with visual supports.
- Allowing students to use social stories.
- Providing students with a quiet testing environment.
- All of the above.
What are some examples of assessment accommodations that can be used for students with physical disabilities?
- Providing students with a wheelchair-accessible testing location.
- Allowing students to use a computer to complete assessments.
- Providing students with a scribe.
- All of the above.
What are some examples of assessment accommodations that can be used for students with intellectual disabilities?
- Providing students with simplified instructions.
- Allowing students to use manipulatives.
- Providing students with extra time to complete assessments.
- All of the above.
What are some examples of assessment accommodations that can be used for students who are English language learners (ELLs)?
- Providing students with a bilingual dictionary.
- Allowing students to use their native language during assessments.
- Providing students with extra time to complete assessments.
- All of the above.
What are some examples of assessment accommodations that can be used for students who are homeless?
- Providing students with a safe and stable testing environment.
- Allowing students to take assessments at a time and place that is convenient for them.
- Providing students with food and water during assessments.
- All of the above.