1)Compare and contrast the terms disability, handicap and impairment.

2)Discuss the problems associated with the disproportionate representation of culturally diverse groups in special education. Include the suspected contributing factors.

3)Do you think that labels/classification help or hurt students with disabilities? Support your answer with examples.

4)What is assistive technology? What is it used for? Give examples.

5)Why is it important to have the parents of children with special needs to be involved in the education of their child? What are the advantages of parental involvement?

6)What is the purpose of early intervention services for infants and toddlers? Give examples of the kinds of services that are offered.