Praxis II®: Education of Exceptional Students (0353, 0382, 0542, 0544)
About the contents:
Introduction
How to use this book
Overview of the exam
Proven study strategies and test-taking tips
FAQ
Part I: Review of Specific Special Education Test Sections
Core Content Knowledge (0353): Understanding exceptionalities; legal and societal issues; delivery of services
Learning Disabilities (0382): Characteristics of individuals with learning disabilities; delivery ofservices
Mild to Moderate Disabilities (0542): Assessment; curriculum and instruction; structuring and managing the learning environment
Severe to Profound Disabilities (0544): Characteristics of learners; assessment; curriculum and instruction; structuring and managing the learning environment
Part II: Full-Length Practice Tests
Each practice exam includes the same number of multiple-choice questions as the actual exam
Complete with answers and explanations for all questions
Children with exceptional needs differ from the norm and may be either above or below in their ability to perform and achieve. The term exceptional children includes all children who have disabilities and those children who are identified as gifted or talented. These exceptional children may require specialized services, programs, modifications, or accommodations to benefit from an education. When identifying exceptional children, it is important to review the 13 categories in federal law for students with disabilities as well as to include the separate category of giftedness and special talents.
The history of special education has been an ebb and flow of changes. These changes are due in part to legal actions, political situations, societal attitudes, medical technologies, instructional improvements, and the students themselves. These students may endure complications, experience hardships, and face barr ... read full excerpt from CliffsTestPrep Praxis II: Education of Exceptional Students (0353, 0382, 0542, 0544) ebook
