Keeping in consideration wide range of special education and related services, most schools provide a continuum of services. Arrange the following in order of increasing severity of disabilities.

(A) Full-time separate classroom

(B) Regular classroom with supplementary instruction and services

(C) Regular classroom

(D) Special school

(E) Regular classroom and Resource room

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The correct answer is - (C), (B), (E), (A), (D)

Key Points

• Regular classroom (C)
  • Students with disabilities spend the majority of their time in general education classrooms.
  • They receive the same education as their non-disabled peers.
• Regular classroom with supplementary instruction and services (B)
  • Students are in general education classrooms but receive additional support such as tutoring or therapy.
  • This helps them keep up with the curriculum.
• Regular classroom and Resource room (E)
  • Students split time between general education classrooms and specialized resource rooms.
  • Resource rooms provide targeted instruction to address specific needs.
• Full-time separate classroom (A)
  • Students spend most or all of their school day in a specialized classroom.
  • These classrooms are designed for students with significant disabilities requiring specialized instruction.
• Special school (D)
  • Students attend a school specifically designed for individuals with significant disabilities.
  • These schools offer highly specialized programs and services.

Additional Information

• Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
  • IDEA mandates that students with disabilities should be educated in the least restrictive environment appropriate for their needs.
  • General education classrooms are considered the least restrictive, followed by supplementary services, resource rooms, separate classrooms, and special schools.
• Individualized Education Program (IEP)
  • Each student with a disability has an IEP outlining specific educational goals and the services required to achieve them.
  • The IEP team determines the appropriate setting and services based on the student's unique needs.
• Continuum of Services
  • This refers to the range of placement options available to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.
  • It ensures that students receive the appropriate level of support while being included in general education settings to the maximum extent possible.