0PC1 Planning Instructional Strategies for Meaningful Learning Version 1
Practice exam for Western Governors University WGU Exams under Western Governors University Exams (College Exams). 5 sample questions.
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Question 1
A student has a neurological-based processing disorder. Which accommodation is appropriate for this learning profile
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assistive technology helps students with processing disorders by giving tools like text-to-speech or speech-to-text. These tools let the student take in or show information without the brain having to work as hard on speed or organization. It keeps the same learning goal but makes the path easier. Bonus questions add extra work and can make the student feel overwhelmed. More worksheets just repeat the same hard task without any real help. A longer school day makes the student more tired and still does not fix the processing problem.
Rationale: Assistive technology helps students with processing disorders by giving tools like text-to-speech or speech-to-text. These tools let the student take in or show information without the brain having to work as hard on speed or organization. It keeps the same learning goal but makes the path easier. Bonus questions add extra work and can make the student feel overwhelmed. More worksheets just repeat the same hard task without any real help. A longer school day makes the student more tired and still does not fix the processing problem.
Question 2
What is an appropriate accommodation to enhance the educational experience of a student who is learning English as a second language
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Extra time on reading tasks lets the student move at a slower pace, look up words, and truly understand the material. This builds both language skills and content knowledge without lowering standards. Grading only on effort hides true learning and does not push growth. Giving only written instructions can confuse the student and slow progress. Projects with little language reduce the very practice the student needs to improve English.
Rationale: Extra time on reading tasks lets the student move at a slower pace, look up words, and truly understand the material. This builds both language skills and content knowledge without lowering standards. Grading only on effort hides true learning and does not push growth. Giving only written instructions can confuse the student and slow progress. Projects with little language reduce the very practice the student needs to improve English.
Question 3
Which example represents the use of a materials accommodation
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Materials accommodations change the actual tools or resources used. A simplified text with easier words is a direct change to the reading material itself. Reducing the number of assignments changes quantity, not materials. Simplified objectives change what the student must learn, not the tool. Broken-down instructions change how the task is presented, not the material.
Rationale: Materials accommodations change the actual tools or resources used. A simplified text with easier words is a direct change to the reading material itself. Reducing the number of assignments changes quantity, not materials. Simplified objectives change what the student must learn, not the tool. Broken-down instructions change how the task is presented, not the material.
Question 4
Which strategy demonstrates differentiating the environment
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Differentiating the environment means changing the physical or emotional setting of the classroom. A welcoming, inclusive space with clear rules and emotional safety fits this perfectly. Personal exploration is process differentiation. Choice in final product is product differentiation. Multiple ways to access material is content or process differentiation.
Rationale: Differentiating the environment means changing the physical or emotional setting of the classroom. A welcoming, inclusive space with clear rules and emotional safety fits this perfectly. Personal exploration is process differentiation. Choice in final product is product differentiation. Multiple ways to access material is content or process differentiation.
Question 5
Which accommodation is appropriate for a student who is gifted and talented
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gifted students need deeper challenge, faster pace, and individual guidance. Personal mentoring provides advanced topics, one-on-one support, and tailored goals to keep them growing. Repetitive exercises bore them and waste potential. Modified rubrics may lower expectations instead of raising the bar. Tutoring others can help, but it is not the best main accommodation for their own growth.
Rationale: Gifted students need deeper challenge, faster pace, and individual guidance. Personal mentoring provides advanced topics, one-on-one support, and tailored goals to keep them growing. Repetitive exercises bore them and waste potential. Modified rubrics may lower expectations instead of raising the bar. Tutoring others can help, but it is not the best main accommodation for their own growth.