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Law and Special Education, The, 5th edition

Published by Pearson (December 11, 2020) © 2019

  • Mitchell L. Yell University of South Carolina
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The Law and Special Education helps you understand your legal obligation in relation to providing a free, appropriate public education for students with disabilities. The text is clear, straightforward and very accessible. It walks you through the history and current developments of special education law. It also provides you with the information and tools you need to develop legally sound and educationally appropriate special education programs. The 5th Edition is updated to keep you informed of the latest developments and legislations in the field.

1. Introduction to the American Legal System
2. Legal Research
3. The History of the Law and Children with Disabilities
4. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
5. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
6. The Americans with Disabilities Act
7. The Elementary and Secondary Education Act
8. Free Appropriate Public Education
9. Identification, Assessment, and Evaluation
10. The Individualized Education Program
11. Least Restrictive Environment
12. Procedural Safeguards
13. Disciplining Students with Disabilities
14. Additional Issues: Bullying, Charter Schools, Response to Intervention, Educational Records, and Liability for Student Injury

Appendix A: Major Changes of IDEA 2004
Appendix B: Relevant Sections of the US Constitution

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