Meanings of Intelligence and Adaptive Behavior

Discuss the meanings of intelligence and adaptive behavior with a teacher of students with intellectual disability (ID). Include discussion of the following questions:

1. What problems are associated with assessing students with ID?
2. What are the characteristics of the teacher’s students with ID that result in eligibility for special education?

Write a summary and evaluation of the discussion in an essay of 1,000-1,250 words.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.

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