Collaboration in planning universally designed environments:
a. is critical, because teachers must move away from teaching in isolation in order to meet the needs of all our learners.
b. often involves co-teaching, in which the general education teacher is responsible for planning the big ideas goals, and assessments.
c. often involves team problem-solving in which the special education teacher is responsible for identifying and finding solutions for students who have behavior difficulties.
d. should only involve professionals because parents, other family members, and guardians do not have the necessary expertise.
Question 2
Which of the following statements on the use of adaptations in supporting universally designed learning environments is NOT true?
a. An accommodation is a service or support that is provided to help a student fully access subject matter and instruction.
b. When students depend on adults, peers, and/or material supports more than they need, learned helplessness can occur.
c. Modifications differ from accommodations.
d. Modifications cannot take place in a general education classroom setting due to the significant changes needed to modify a curriculum.
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