UIC College of Education Content Test Prep

Sub Area 2 of the Early Childhood Special Education test focuses on assessing students and developing individualized approaches to instruction that will support their learning and development across all domains. 

These questions, which account for 20% of the test, require an understanding of the types and uses of specific screening tools, the teacher’s role in developing and monitoring goals outlined within a child’s Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) or Individualized Education Plan (IEP), collaborating with families and other professionals to develop and support those goals, and creating a classroom that aligns with the requirements for student learning in the least restrictive environment (LRE).  

Resources that may support your review of content in this sub area include: 

ILTS Test 230-Subarea 2: Assessing Students and Developing Individualized Programs

Test Objectives 

• Understand policies, principles, and procedures for program planning, placement, and developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) Pees), Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), and transition plans.
• Understand types and characteristics of assessment instruments, methods, and procedures used for screening, identifying, and referring children who may qualify for special education or early intervention services from birth to grade three.
• Understand procedures for assessing the developmental and educational strengths and needs of young children and how to utilize assessment data to design or adapt instruction or intervention and monitor and evaluate child progress.