Moodle Test Item File for Assessment in Special Education

About our authors Dr. Roger Pierangelo was a Professor in the Department of Special Education and Literacy at Long Island University for over 25 years and recently retired. He has been an administrator of special education programs, served for 18 years as a permanent member of Committees on Special Education, has over 30 years of experience in the public school system as a general education classroom teacher and school psychologist, and serves as a consultant to numerous private and public schools, as well as PTA and Special Education PTA groups. Dr. Pierangelo has also been an evaluator for the New York State Office of Vocational and Rehabilitative Services and a director of a private clinic. He is a New York State-licensed clinical psychologist, a certified school psychologist, and a board-certified diplomate fellow in student and adolescent psychology and forensic psychology. Dr. Pierangelo is the co-executive director of the National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) and an executive director of the American Academy of Special Education Professionals (AASEP). Dr. Pierangelo earned his BS from St. John's University, MS from Queens College, professional diploma from Queens College, PhD from Yeshiva University, and diplomate fellow in student and adolescent psychology and forensic psychology from the International College of Professional Psychology. Dr. Pierangelo is a member of the American Psychological Association, New York State Psychological Association, Nassau County Psychological Association, New York State Union of Teachers, and Phi Delta Kappa. Dr. Pierangelo is the author of multiple books in the field of special education, including two coauthored with Dr. Giuliani from Pearson titled Transition Services in Special Education: A Practical Approach and Learning Disabilities: A Practical Approach to Foundations, Assessment, Diagnosis, and Teaching. Dr. George Giuliani is a full-time Associate Professor at Hofstra University's School of Education and Special Education programs. Dr. Giuliani earned his BA from the College of the Holy Cross, MS from St. John's University, JD from City University of New York School of Law, and MA and PsyD from Rutgers University. He earned board certification as a diplomate fellow in advanced child and adolescent psychology, board certification as a diplomate fellow in forensic sciences from the International College of Professional Psychology, and board certification in special education from the American Academy of Special Education Professionals. Dr. Giuliani is a member of the American Psychological Association, Education Law Association, New York State Psychological Association, American Bar Association, Suffolk County Psychological Association, Psi Chi, American Association of University Professors, and the Council for Exceptional Children. Dr. Giuliani is the co-executive director of The National Association of Special Education Teachers and executive director of the American Academy of Special Education Professionals. He has been a consultant for school districts and early childhood agencies, and has provided numerous workshops for parents, teachers, and other professionals on a variety of special education and psychological topics. Dr. Giuliani is the author of multiple books in the field of special education, including two coauthored with Dr. Pierangelo from Pearson titled Transition Services in Special Education: A Practical Approach and Learning Disabilities: A Practical Approach to Foundations, Assessment, Diagnosis, and Teaching.

Part 1: Foundational Concepts in Special Education Assessment

Introduction to Assessment
Methods of Assessment and Testing Considerations
Basic Statistical Concepts
Scoring Terminology Used in Assessment
Legal, Ethical, and Professional Issues in Special Education Assessment
Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in Special Education Assessment

Part 2: Identification of High-Risk Children

Response to Intervention
Required Responsibilities in Screening and Assessment of Students
The Child Study Team and Pre-referral Strategies
The Multidisciplinary Team and Parental Participation in the Assessment Process

Part 3: Assessment Measures Used in a Comprehensive Evaluation

Assessment of Academic Achievement
Assessment of Intelligence
Assessment of Behavior
Assessment of Perceptual Abilities
Assessment of Speech and Language
Assessment of Hearing Loss and Evaluations for Physical and Occupational Therapy Needs
Early Intervention and Preschool Assessment

Part 4: Putting it All Together: Special Education Requirements

Determining Whether a Disability Exists: Eligibility Criteria
Writing a Comprehensive Report in Special Education
Preparation, Participation and Reporting of Test Results
Eligibility Procedures and the Least Restrictive Environment
Development of the IEP

Appendices

Questions and Answers about Independent Educational Evaluations
Questions and Answers about Mediation and Due Process Hearings
Sample IEP Template