Domain 4, Comp 13: PPR EC-12 Test and Flashcards

Supervision:

Students are not to be left unsupervised while on campus during the school day. The daily appearance of a student should be noted. Any indication of child neglect or physical abuse should be reported promptly to CPS or local child protection services

Confidentiality:

Students’ performance, grades, private information, and permanent records are always confidential and the teacher must be very careful with whom they talk to about these records. Teachers can only discuss these records for a lawful educational purpose, if it is beneficial to the student’s education

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA):

Federal law designed to protect the privacy of student education records. Established the right of only students and parents to inspect/review the student’s education records. Parents can come observe any class without restriction after they inform the school. Written permission to take photos/videos of students.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA):

To assure equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for such individuals

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA):

All children with disabilities have available to them a free, appropriate public

education that emphasizes special education and related services

IDEA and the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (No Child Left Behind

Act of 2001 (No Child Left Behind)

are designed to provide students with disabilities greater and equal access to the general education curriculum Committee ARD

ARD

stands for Admission, Review, and Dismissal committee. This is the name of the committee responsible for making the educational decision for a student. Meeting is usually held yearly, Includes special education teacher, general ed teacher, parent, administrator, and any other personnel that have worked with/have insight of child/their needs

Individual Education Plan (IEP):

Written educational plan for special needs students developed by professionals and the child's parents. Describes education related services developed for each student with a disability. it is a requirement of the IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). Can be revised by the ARD committee

Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP):

a document that describes just how the IEP team plans on helping the child improve their behavior. Can be revised by the ARD committee

Section 504:

Provides modifications for students who have a physical/mental impairment that is not as severe as special education

Conditions associated with Special Ed:

autism, mental retardation, learning disabilities, blindness, deafness

Conditions associated with 504:

diabetes, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, or temporary physical disabilities

Procedures for special education:

Teachers must apply the modifications written on the IEP. This is required by law. Teachers should refer to the special education department for all special education issues. Request an ARD meeting if necessary, but parental consent is needed to make the meeting. If IEP doesn't work, refer to the special education department.

English as a Second Language (ESL):

Students receive specified periods of instruction aimed at the development of the English Language skills, with a primary focus to learn other subjects in English

Home Language Survey:

identifies children as speaking another language and is required for all students new to the district. Parents must give permission for bilingual or ESL program.

ESL levels:

beginner, intermediate, advanced, advanced high

Federal Bilingual Act:

This involves education in a child’s native language typically for no more than 3 years, to ensure that the child does not fall behind in the content areas while they are learning English. The goal is to help them transition to mainstream English-only classrooms as quickly as possible, and the linguistic goal of such programs is English acquisition only

Bilingual program:

enriched program where students learn knowledge in two languages, and learn English

State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR):

Formally known as the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS); The assessments are based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, which are the state curriculum standards; starts at grade 3. Students must pass the exit-level tests

Administration:

Teachers must follow the guidelines written on the test administration manual, Keep test materials secure, Use instructions given for administration, Cannot change the wording given in the manual, Can answer student questions only about test directions, only about the test questions, Active monitoring during test duration

Code of Ethics:

The Texas educator shall comply with standard practices and ethical conduct towards students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community and shall safeguard academic freedom.

Self-advocacy:

teachers know how to stay in the loop and how to negotiate all demands. The teacher is responsible to have continual "with-it-ness"-knowing what is happening, why it is happening and how you fit into the big picture

Acceptable Use Policy:

The policies govern the way technology networks and resources are used by participants in the group. Acceptable-use policies generally integrate copyright and fair-use information intended to promote the appropriate use of intellectual property and to safeguard privacy and individual safety for users

Maintaining accurate student records:

Teachers are responsible for maintaining portfolios of students academic performances from past assignments for observing level of progress and as supportive documents for parent-teacher conferences

The State Compensatory Education Program:

Defined in law as programs and/or services designed to supplement the regular education program for students identified as at risk of dropping out of school. The purpose is to increase academic achievement and reduce the dropout rate of these students

Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA):

Requires that all students in America be taught to high academic standards that will prepare them to succeed in college and careers. Works with TEA to: recruit teachers and administrators, build a foundation in reading and math, connect HS to college and careers, and improve low performing campuses

Equity:

Creates a culture of fairness for all students regarding opportunity, access, and respect for diverse learning styles

Flashcards: Domain 4, Comp 13: PPR EC-12