Question

Define the following Key terms as used in Chapter 10 of the Book “The Exceptional Child: Inclusion in Early Childhood Education" screening, sensitivity, service coordinator, specificity,

Answer 1

Screening is a strategy used to identify the possible presence of developmental problems or the vulnerability to developing certain illnesses in the future.

Sensitivity refers to the ability of an assessment tool to correctly identify a trait or ability.

Service coordinators are individuals who manage and integrate supportive services and other community resources for vulnerable individuals.

Specificity refers to the ability of an assessment tool to correctly distinguish between those individuals who possess a trait or ability and those who do not.