Understanding students with autism spectrum disorder 9
A teacher learns that a new student has autism and a second condition that often occurs with it. Which of these is named among the common examples?Wikipedia, Conditions comorbid to autism (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 004.
An evaluation report says a kindergartner's walking, balancing and other large-muscle skills are on track, while skills that use the smaller muscle groups lag. Where is the lag?Wikipedia, Motor skill (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 001.
Asked "Do you want juice?", a student answers "Do you want juice?" Later he recites lines he heard in a cartoon. What is this repetition called?National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder: Communication Problems in Children (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 003.
During free choice, two preschoolers thread beads at one table. Each strings her own necklace and copies the other's color pattern, yet neither shares beads or joins the other. Which stage of play is this?Wikipedia, Parten's stages of play (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 001.
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Understanding students with autism spectrum disorder, continued
The federal special education regulation defines autism as a developmental disability that significantly affects which areas?34 CFR 300.8(c)(1), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 002.
In one student's home, children are taught not to look adults in the eye. How should a teacher treat this when describing the student's social communication?The answer rests on the text printed in the question and on the wording of the objective (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 004.
Michigan's rule characterizes autism spectrum disorder by qualitative impairments in reciprocal social interactions and in communication. What is the third characteristic?Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education, R 340.1715(1) (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 002.
When the cafeteria grows loud, a student rocks and flaps her hands. What can such self-stimulatory behavior do for a person?Wikipedia, Stimming (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 003.
Which change did the DSM-5 make in 2013?Wikipedia, Autism (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 002.
Assessment and individualized programs 12
A behavioral support plan works well in a student's autism classroom, but his behavior is unchanged in art class and on the bus. What is the likeliest gap?The answer rests on the text printed in the question and on the wording of the objective (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 009.
A district plans to decide a student's eligibility from one autism rating scale alone. What does federal regulation say?34 CFR 300.304(b), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 006.
A Michigan district runs a single classroom program for students with autism spectrum disorder. What is the most students the program may have?Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education, R 340.1758 (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 008.
A parent fills in the M-CHAT, a 20-question checklist about a toddler. What kind of instrument is it?Wikipedia, Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 005.
During each lesson a teacher takes a two-minute probe and uses it to decide what to reteach the next day. Which kind of assessment is this?Wikipedia, Formative assessment (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 005.
Federal regulation puts on every IEP team an individual who can do what with evaluation results?34 CFR 300.321(a)(5), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 007.
In Michigan, the team that evaluates a student for autism spectrum disorder includes at least a psychologist or psychiatrist, a school social worker, and which third member?Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education, R 340.1715(5) (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 006.
In the positive behavior support process, what is undertaken once goals have been identified, before supports are designed?Wikipedia, Positive behavior support (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 009.
Michigan's rule accepts that autism spectrum disorder may exist with other diagnoses. For eligibility under the rule, which primary diagnosis must be absent?Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education, R 340.1715(4) (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 007.
The Part C rule allows 45 days from referral to the first IFSP meeting. Which circumstance stops that clock?34 CFR 303.310(b), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 008.
Progress data show that a student is not moving toward an annual goal as expected. What does federal regulation tell the IEP team to do?34 CFR 300.324(b)(1), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 010.
"Quarterly or other periodic reports, concurrent with the issuance of report cards" is the regulation's own example of something every IEP must describe. What is it?34 CFR 300.320(a)(3), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 010.
Promoting development and learning 16
A service coordinator proposes that a toddler's sessions take place at home and at the library story hour, not in a clinic. Which Part C idea is she following?34 CFR 303.26, Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 013.
A student can describe every step of crossing a street when asked in class. Where should the skill be taught and checked next?The answer rests on the text printed in the question and on the wording of the objective (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 017.
A student is puzzled that a classmate did not know where he had hidden the ball, since he himself knew. Which capacity is he still developing?Wikipedia, Theory of mind (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 015.
A student loves the swing and avoids handwriting, so swing time is set to follow five minutes of handwriting. By the Premack principle, what is serving as the reinforcer?Wikipedia, Premack's principle (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 016.
A student with autism is also learning English as a new language. What does federal regulation tell his IEP team to do?34 CFR 300.324(a)(2)(ii), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 014.
A student with autism understands the class unit on the water cycle but cannot yet write a paragraph. Which task lets him show the same content knowledge?The answer rests on the text printed in the question and on the wording of the objective (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 012.
A teacher holds up a wind-up toy and says "Look!" Her student does not follow her gaze or her pointing finger to it. Which early social-communication skill is she working to build?Wikipedia, Joint attention (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 014.
A teacher introduces a visual schedule to help a student move between activities. Ideally, how should adult guidance with the schedule change over time?Wikipedia, Visual schedules (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 018.
A team studies how a student uses his speech-generating device in his own classroom and in the lunchroom. Under federal regulation, what is this functional evaluation part of?34 CFR 300.6, Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 011.
After a student throws a book, his teacher takes away five minutes of computer time, and the throwing becomes less frequent. What is this in operant terms?Wikipedia, Reinforcement (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 016.
Federal regulation says transition services are based on the individual child's needs. What must be taken into account?34 CFR 300.43, Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 018.
Pivotal response treatment aims its teaching at "pivotal" skills. Which two does it name?Wikipedia, Pivotal response treatment (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 013.
Specially designed instruction adapts content, methodology or delivery to a student's needs. To what end, according to the regulation?34 CFR 300.39(b)(3), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 012.
To go over a playground argument, a teacher draws stick figures with speech and thought bubbles alongside the student. Which technique is this?Wikipedia, Social Stories (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 015.
Which pair of interventions is typical of the TEACCH approach to structured teaching?Wikipedia, Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 011.
Which technique of applied behavior analysis, developed by Ivar Lovaas, relies on prompts, modeling and positive reinforcement?Wikipedia, Discrete trial training (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 013.
The professional environment 7
A classroom aide helps carry out a student's communication program. Which two conditions does the federal personnel rule attach to that kind of help?34 CFR 300.156(b)(2)(iii), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 020.
An IFSP may hold a statement of the family's resources, priorities and concerns. On what condition?34 CFR 303.344(b), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 019.
Michigan's rule sets a minimum size for the teacher education program for teachers of students with autism spectrum disorder. What is it?Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education, R 340.1799(1) (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 022.
On Monday a mother asks to see her son's school records. His IEP meeting is on Friday. What does the special education regulation require of the agency?34 CFR 300.613(a), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 022.
Under federal regulation, which related service includes counseling and guidance of parents, children and teachers regarding speech and language impairments?34 CFR 300.34(c)(15), Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 020.
What did the "refrigerator mother" theory claim caused autism, and how is the theory regarded today?Wikipedia, Refrigerator mother theory (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 021.
Who published the 1943 paper that described 11 children and named their condition "early infantile autism"?Wikipedia, Leo Kanner (read 2026-10-16). Outline: MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064) test objectives, objective 021.
How this list was compiled: Our own questions, written to the test objectives of the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) field 064, Autism Spectrum Disorder, as the MTTC site prints them (https://www.mttc.nesinc.com/Content/STUDYGUIDE/MI_SG_obj_064.htm and the test page https://www.mttc.nesinc.com/TestView.aspx?f=HTML_FRAG/MI064_TestPage.html, read 2026-10-16): Understanding students with autism spectrum disorder, 21%; Assessing students and developing individualized programs, 28%; Promoting development and learning, 36%; Working in the professional environment, 15%; 100 multiple-choice questions, 2 hours 30 minutes of testing time, passing score 220. This bank holds 44 questions, spread 9, 12, 16 and 7 over those subareas. Every fact was read on 2026-10-16 in the public page named under its question: the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (Michigan Department of Education, May 2025 printing), 34 CFR Parts 300 and 303 in the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations, the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, and the Wikipedia article named for each remaining question. 4 questions rest on a situation printed in the question and on the wording of the objective. Licence: Questions, passages, choices and explanations are original work of this site.
How it works
This MTTC autism study guide is 44 practice questions of our own on Autism Spectrum Disorder, field 064, from Michigan's eligibility rule to teaching and behavior support. It is unofficial, not affiliated with the Michigan Department of Education or Pearson.
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What field 064 weighs
By the test objectives read October 16, 2026: understanding students with autism spectrum disorder 21%; assessment and individualized programs 28%; promoting development and learning 36%; the professional environment 15%. This bank holds 9, 12, 16 and 7. A timed run asks 40 of them in 60 minutes, the real pace.
Michigan's own rules
Five questions come from the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education: the three characteristics in R 340.1715, the members of the evaluation team, the diagnoses that must not be primary, the five-student classroom of R 340.1758, and the 30 semester hours of R 340.1799.
The test page notes that this test was formerly called Autistic.
Objectives 011 to 018, over a third of the test, are about teaching: environments, curriculum, communication, social competence, behavior, living skills and transitions.
Questions and answers
How many questions are on the MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder test?
100 multiple-choice questions, taken on a computer. Testing time is 2 hours 30 minutes; with a 15-minute tutorial and nondisclosure agreement the appointment is 2 hours 45 minutes.
What do you need to pass MTTC Autism Spectrum Disorder (064)?
A scaled score of 220 or higher on the 100 to 300 scale. For the SV endorsement at initial certification the test page also requires a Professional Knowledge and Skills test (117, 121, 135 or 136).
Is there an official MTTC autism study guide?
Yes. The MTTC site lists a study guide for field 064 with the test objectives in Section 3 and sample questions in Section 4, and says registration gives access to an online practice test. None of that material is used here.