Chapter 3 Flashcards
Acceleration
A method of teaching gifted and talented students in which they do the same work as other students but at a faster pace
Assimilation
The absorption of an individual or a group into the cultural tradition of a population or another group
Individualized Family Services Plan (IEP)
A written document that outlines the early intervention for children, from birth to age 2, who’re developmentally delayed.
Lesbian,Gay,Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT)
A term that’s intended to emphasize a diversity of sexuality- and gender identity-based cultures.
Learning Styles
A certain or characteristic way that a student learns.
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
A requirement of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act stating that students with disabilities should participate in regular education programs to the greatest appropriate extent.
Limited English Proficient (LEP)
Term for students whose native language is not English and who have difficulty understanding and using English
Mainstreaming
The practice of placing special education students in general education classes for at least part of the school day while providing additional services, programs, or classes as needed.
Multicultural Education
An approach to education that recognizes cultural diversity and fosters cultural enrichment of all children and youth.
Multiple Intelligence
A theory of intelligence that consists of at least eight dimensions of intellectual capacities that people use to approach problems and create products.
Response To Intervention (RTI)
A method of academic intervention used in the United States to provide early, effective assistance to children who’re having difficulty learning.
Special Education
Educational programming provided by schools to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM)
An acronym referring to educational programs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
