A referral is a formal request that a student be evaluated for special education services. It is characterized by which of the f
ollowing? a. mandatory written notice to parents is required prior to referral
b. the first step toward a special education
c. a formal approval of special education personnel
d. 95% of referrals for special education result in placement
The correct answer is option is b. the first step toward a special education
Explanation:
When a student shows learning difficulties in education, teachers first assess him to judge whether he requires special education or not. This step of determination is known as the pre-referral step towards special education.
Then the first step towards the special education of a child is a referral which is a formal request that a student be evaluated for special education services followed by a written mandatory notice to the parents for the assessment.
