ADVANCED READING -3

REMYCIA PAHICNADON BEED-11

Guide Questions:
1. Provide examples of People First Language.
Use People First Language to tell what a person HAS, not what a person IS. Emphasize
abilities not limitations. For example, say “a man walks with crutches,” not” he is crippled.” Avoid
negative words that imply tragedy, such as afflicted with, suffers, victim, prisoner and unfortunate.

https://tcdd.texas.gov/resources/people-first-language/#:~:text=Use%20People%20First
%20Language%20to,%2C%20victim%2C%20prisoner%20and%20unfortunate .

2. What are the different processes as well as strategies used in the pre-referral system in an
inclusive school?
The six steps for a Pre-Referral Process are: initial concern, gathering information,
information sharing and team discussion, discussion of possible strategies, implementing and
monitoring of strategies and evaluation and decision making. Each step is different in the actions
that need to be taken.
https://prezi.com/dv6z3rygsmkk/the-pre-referral-process/#:~:text=The%20six%20steps%20for
%20a,that%20need%20to%20be%20taken.

3. What are the different assessment methods and tools used to identify the strengths, abilities,
needs, and placement of children with disabilities?
The different assessment methods and tools used to identify the strengths, beliefs, needs,
andplacement of children with disabilities are test, informal and authentic assessment. In terms of
tests ithas norm-referenced and criterion-referenced tests. However, informal assessment it has
informal ornon-standized assessments. Therefore, authentic assessment whether formal or
informal or observation.
https://www.coursehero.com/file/93611642/Reviewdocx/

4. Why should parents of children with disabilities be involved in the process of planning and
decision making?
Family involvement in planning and decision making is important because families know their
child best. Family input is instrumental in making sure that the student receives appropriate
support, and that necessary changes are made so they can be fully included in the classroom.
https://www.family-advocacy.com/ordinary-lives/school-years/building-good-relationships-with-
the-school/family-involvement-in-meetings-planning-and-decision-making/#:~:text=Family
%20involvement%20in%20planning%20and,fully%20included%20in%20the%20classroom.

5. Describe the educational placements for students with exceptionalities.

Placement refers to the amount of time in each school day that a student spends in the resource or
in a general education classroom. The school district is required to have a range of placements where
your child can be taught, including in the general education classroom.
https://www.navigatelifetexas.org/en/education-schools/educational-placements-for-students-with-
disabilities#:~:text=Special%20Education%20Placement%20Options,-Once%20your
%20child's&text=Placement%20refers%20to%20the%20amount,in%20the%20general%20education
%20classroom.