KERALA TEACHER ELIGIBILITY TEST (K-TET) Flashcards
Theories of Learning-E
Which term refers to children who have exceptionally high abilities in one or more areas?
A. Learning disabled
B. Gifted
C. Mentally challenged
D. Physically challenged
Gifted
Children who struggle significantly in academic areas but have average or above-average intelligence are often classified as:
A. Gifted
B. Learning disabled
C. Physically challenged
D. Mentally challenged
Learning disabled
Inclusive education aims to:
A. Separate students with special needs from their peers
B. Integrate all students, regardless of their abilities, into mainstream classrooms
C. Focus solely on academic achievement
D. Provide special schools for all children with disabilities
Integrate all students, regardless of their abilities, into mainstream classrooms
Which of the following is a characteristic of gifted children?
A. Below-average intelligence
B. Difficulty in learning basic skills
C. High levels of creativity
D. Physical disabilities
High levels of creativity
A child who has difficulties in processing information and learning new skills may be diagnosed with:
A. Physical disability
B. Giftedness
C. Learning disability
D. Mental retardation
Learning disability
Which educational approach is characterized by adapting teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of all students in a classroom?
A. Segregated education
B. Inclusive education
C. Special education
D. Traditional education
Inclusive education
Mentally challenged children often require:
A. Advanced coursework
B. Specialized instructional strategies
C. No special interventions
D. Only physical accommodations
Specialized instructional strategies
The term “physically challenged” refers to children who:
A. Have cognitive impairments
B. Are gifted and talented
C. Have physical disabilities affecting mobility or dexterity
D. Have emotional disturbances
Have physical disabilities affecting mobility or dexterity
A child who exhibits significant discrepancies between their intellectual potential and academic performance may be considered:
A. Physically challenged
B. Learning disabled
C. Gifted
D. Mentally challenged
Learning disabled
An important aspect of inclusive education is:
A. Creating separate classrooms for students with disabilities
B. Providing individualized support within the general education classroom
C. Excluding students with severe disabilities from mainstream education
D. Lowering academic standards for all students
Providing individualized support within the general education classroom
Which of the following is a common challenge faced by gifted children in traditional classrooms?
A. Lack of interest and boredom
B. Difficulty in understanding basic concepts
C. Physical limitations
D. Severe learning disabilities
Lack of interest and boredom
hildren with Down syndrome typically have:
A. Learning disabilities only
B. Physical disabilities only
C. Both cognitive and physical impairments
D. No disabilities
Both cognitive and physical impairments
Which of the following strategies is most effective in supporting students with learning disabilities?
A. Ignoring their individual needs
B. Providing repetitive drills without context
C. Using multisensory teaching techniques
D. Isolating them from peers
Using multisensory teaching techniques
Inclusive education promotes:
A. Segregation of students with disabilities
B. Collaboration between special and general education teachers
C. Homogeneous classrooms
D. Exclusive focus on academic skills
Collaboration between special and general education teachers
Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with students who are mentally challenged?
A. Significant limitations in intellectual functioning
B. Difficulties in adaptive behavior
C. High levels of abstract thinking and problem-solving
D. Need for extensive support in daily living skills
High levels of abstract thinking and problem-solving
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) mandates:
A. Exclusion of students with disabilities from public schools
B. Free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment
C. Standardized testing for all students
D. Segregation of students with severe disabilities
Free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment
Which of the following is a common misconception about children with physical disabilities?
A. They may need physical accommodations
B. They have the same cognitive abilities as their peers
C. They are less intelligent than their peers
D. They may require assistive technology
They are less intelligent than their peers
A student who has difficulty with reading, writing, and spelling but has average or above-average intelligence is likely to have:
A. Dyslexia
B. Intellectual disability
C. Physical disability
D. Giftedness
Dyslexia
Which of the following is an educational provision often used for gifted students?
A. Advanced placement programs
B. Special education classes
C. Occupational therapy
D. Speech therapy
Advanced placement programs
The primary goal of inclusive education is to:
A. Educate all students in the same classroom environment
B. Separate students based on ability
C. Focus exclusively on students without disabilities
D. Lower academic standards for students with disabilities
Educate all students in the same classroom environment
Which professional is typically involved in creating an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students with special needs?
A. General education teacher
B. Special education teacher
C. School psychologist
D. All of the above
All of the above
Children with ADHD often benefit from:
A. Highly structured classroom environments
B. Unstructured, chaotic settings
C. Being left to manage on their own
D. No special accommodations
Highly structured classroom environments
Which of the following is an example of assistive technology for physically challenged students?
A. Textbooks
B. Wheelchairs
C. Pencils
D. Whiteboards
Wheelchairs
Students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may require support in:
A. Social interaction
B. Communication
C. Repetitive behaviors
D. All of the above
All of the above
A common challenge for students who are visually impaired is:
A. Hearing loss
B. Limited access to visual learning materials
C. Physical mobility issues
D. Learning disabilities
Limited access to visual learning materials
Children who are gifted often require:
A. Accelerated learning opportunities
B. Standard curriculum with no modifications
C. Simplified lessons
D. Only physical accommodations
Accelerated learning opportunities
A major challenge faced by students with hearing impairments is:
A. Visual learning difficulties
B. Access to spoken information
C. High physical activity levels
D. Overachievement in academics
Access to spoken information
Inclusive education requires:
A. Collaboration between general and special education teachers
B. Separation of students based on ability
C. Exclusive use of traditional teaching methods
D. Ignoring individual needs of students
Collaboration between general and special education teachers
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is designed to:
A. Provide a one-size-fits-all curriculum
B. Tailor educational plans to meet the unique needs of each student
C. Focus solely on academic performance
D. Limit the resources available to students with disabilities
Tailor educational plans to meet the unique needs of each student
Children with Down syndrome typically exhibit:
A. High academic achievement without support
B. Cognitive and physical developmental delays
C. Only physical disabilities
D. No need for special education services
Cognitive and physical developmental delays
Which of the following is a common educational provision for students with physical disabilities?
A. Advanced placement courses
B. Physical therapy
C. Gifted programs
D. Extracurricular activities
Physical therapy
Which strategy is NOT effective for teaching students with learning disabilities?
A. Multisensory instruction
B. Clear, concise directions
C. Flexible seating arrangements
D. Ignoring their individual needs
Ignoring their individual needs
Gifted students often benefit from:
A. Remedial education
B. Enrichment programs
C. Standardized testing only
D. Minimal academic challenges
Enrichment programs
A key challenge for students with ADHD is:
A. Lack of interest in any subject
B. Difficulty maintaining focus and attention
C. Low intelligence
D. Physical disabilities
Difficulty maintaining focus and attention
Inclusive education is based on the principle that:
A. All students, regardless of their abilities, should learn together
B. Students with disabilities should be educated separately
C. General education classrooms cannot accommodate special needs
D. Special education is superior to inclusive education
All students, regardless of their abilities, should learn together
Which professional typically provides support for students with speech and language impairments?
A. Occupational therapist
B. Speech-language pathologist
C. Physical therapist
D. Special education teacher
Speech-language pathologist
The main goal of an IEP meeting is to:
A. Create a general curriculum for all students
B. Develop a tailored educational plan for a student with special needs
C. Discuss extracurricular activities
D. Plan a school’s budget
Develop a tailored educational plan for a student with special needs
A common challenge faced by children with emotional and behavioral disorders is:
A. Overachievement in academics
B. Difficulty forming positive relationships
C. Physical disabilities
D. Giftedness
Difficulty forming positive relationships
Which of the following is an example of a non-verbal communication tool for students with communication disorders?
A. Written tests
B. Speech therapy sessions
C. Picture exchange communication system (PECS)
D. Lecture notes
Picture exchange communication system (PECS)
A child who excels in artistic abilities but struggles academically may be:
A. Physically challenged
B. Learning disabled
C. Gifted in the arts
D. Mentally challenged
Gifted in the arts
Which of the following is an effective classroom accommodation for students with ADHD?
A. Unstructured free time
B. Clear and consistent routines
C. Long, uninterrupted lectures
D. Lack of visual aids
Clear and consistent routines
Inclusive education benefits students with disabilities by:
A. Isolating them from their peers
B. Providing a supportive and diverse learning environment
C. Offering fewer academic challenges
D. Limiting their social interactions
Providing a supportive and diverse learning environment
Which of the following is a challenge faced by children with physical disabilities in schools?
A. High academic expectations
B. Access to physical spaces and resources
C. Overabundance of physical activities
D. No need for special accommodations
Access to physical spaces and resources
Gifted children may require:
A. Curriculum modifications to provide greater challenges
B. Simplified tasks
C. Standardized instruction without differentiation
D. Physical therapy
Curriculum modifications to provide greater challenges
Which of the following is a common characteristic of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?
A. Exceptional verbal communication skills
B. Difficulty with social interactions
C. Physical disabilities
D. No need for educational support
Difficulty with social interactions
Students with hearing impairments may benefit from:
A. Visual aids and sign language interpreters
B. No special accommodations
C. Loud, verbal instructions
D. Minimal interaction with peers
Visual aids and sign language interpreters
The role of a special education teacher in an inclusive classroom is to:
A. Work solely with students with disabilities
B. Support the general education teacher in meeting the needs of all students
C. Focus only on academic instruction
D. Exclude students without disabilities
Support the general education teacher in meeting the needs of all students
Which term refers to a learning environment where students with and without disabilities learn together?
A. Segregated education
B. Inclusive education
C. Special education
D. Traditional education
Inclusive education
A child who has difficulty with both motor skills and cognitive processing might be diagnosed with:
A. Giftedness
B. Learning disability
C. Multiple disabilities
D. Hearing impairment
Multiple disabilities
One of the main benefits of inclusive education for students without disabilities is:
A. Improved academic performance
B. Greater understanding and acceptance of diversity
C. Less exposure to diverse perspectives
D. Simplified curriculum
Greater understanding and acceptance of diversity
