What You Need to Know About Special Education Law in the Classroom is an interactive guidebook to special education law that provides basic information that special educators and administrators need to know to deliver special education services to students in the most appropriate and law-abiding way. Each chapter presents a different topic related to special education law, including working with parents and colleagues, supervising students, IEP development, behavioral interventions, confidentiality and record keeping, and teacher conduct both inside and outside school.
The Essentials of Special Education Law is a valuable contribution to special education teacher preparation programs and professionals in the field. Written with undergraduates in mind, this accessible book is an ideal textbook supplement to any university course needing a greater emphasis on special education law. For professionals in the field, The Essentials of Special Education Law serves as a go-to-guide for quick reference to the historical underpinnings of special education, the six pillars of IDEA, essential court cases that have propelled the field of special education to where it is today, practical application tips to ensure legal compliance, and additional resources for further consideration. Special education law is often reported by university faculty and professionals in the field as an overlooked topic, despite its fundamental importance. Each chapter in The Essentials of Special Education Law is presented in a structured format to answer essential questions about special education law. By the end of this book, readers will be able to answer questions such as: -How do the three branches of government influence special education? -What key court cases propelled special education? -What is the progression of federal involvement in the education of students with disabilities? -What is a nondiscriminatory evaluation? -How do you ensure a free and appropriate education? -How do you develop a legally compliant individualized education plan? -What is meant by the least restrictive environment? The first section of The Essentials of Special Education covers the role of government in establishing and defining special education. Seminal court cases and legislative initiatives that have shaped the field of special education are explored to provide historical context for understanding special education today. The second section examines each of the six pillars of the Individual with Disabilities Education Act. Key court cases that have influenced each pillar are presented along with practical tips for legally compliant implementation. The third section covers important topics such as discipline, confidentiality, and transition services. Key terminology are highlighted after each chapter along with additional questions to foster in-depth classroom discussions. The Essentials of Special Education Law is a must-have book for those who understand the significance of special education law yet feel overwhelmed by the jargon and ever-changing nature of the law. The Essentials of Special Education Law cuts through the complexity of legislation and is a clear and concise resource for understanding the essentials of special education law.
This useful handbook provides educators with a practical understanding of the laws that are in place to protect the children with special needs that they support. Written in a user-friendly Q and A format, it covers all of the key areas of special education law including Free Appropriate Public Education, related services, and discipline.
This unique book includes comprehensive discussions of all decisions in IDEA and Section 504 / ADA cases by U.S. Courts of Appeals in 2018, including outcome and prevailing party. You will find a Table of 2018 Special Education Case decisions with date, court, description of issues, and outcome. One chapter describes the steps to resolving special education disputes, from requesting a due process hearing through appeals to federal courts. Also included are five exemplary 2018 Cases of the Year that are "must reads" for special education attorneys, advocates, and others who are interested in special education law. If you want to know about exciting new developments in special education law, Wrightslaw: Special Education Legal Developments and Cases 2018 helps you stay up-to-date.
The essential resource for success in special education Educators face major challenges when addressing the needs of students with disabilities. This includes understanding special education law. The authors, past presidents of the Educational Law Association and experts in translating legalese, have created a resource that examines legislation and interprets the statutes and their regulations in a reader-friendly format. With a preventative approach to litigation, this book features - Developments from the almost-1000 cases decided since 2014 - Coverage of IDEA, ADA, FAPE, 504, discipline, IEPs, LRE, parental considerations, public vs. private school considerations, and attorney fees - A focus on federal and state interpretations
Understanding the relationship between law, advocacy, and Special Education is crucial for those who educate and advocate on behalf of students with disabilities. Special Education Law and Policy: From Foundation to Application provides a framework for understanding and implementing the law as it applies to students with disabilities and their families. Dr. Rodriguez and Dr. Murawski crafted a textbook that distills complex legal concepts into a digestible format to ensure readers understand their roles as teachers, counselors, administrators, and advocates. Their clear and accessible style of writing is intended for students and practitioners and offers case law and real-world examples to highlight the effective application of both law and policy. With contributions from experienced educators and legal professionals, readers will gather the foundational knowledge they need to support students, families, and schools. This is the text that every administrator, teacher, and advocate will want at their fingertips! Key Features Authentic case studies of challenging issues resolved from different perspectives Chapter objectives and summaries to improve retention Boxes throughout the text with key terms, concepts, and checks for understanding Putting it in Practice and Application in Action boxes with real-world examples from case law For Further Consideration sections at the end of each chapter with discussion questions, case law, and additional resources A PluralPlus companion website with PowerPoints lecture slides, a test bank, and sample syllabus for instructors
Special Education Law, Sixth Edition, written by Laura Rothstein and Scott F. Johnson, provides a comprehensive and current overview of the major federal law, and judicial interpretations of those laws, that apply to special education students. School administrators and attorneys attend to special education issues on a regular basis, and local superintendents, principals, special education professionals, psychologists, and regional and state administrators must also be familiar with the legal requirements of educating students with disabilities. Classroom teachers in all types of classrooms need to be aware of the laws that affect them and their students. Special Education Law 6e is intended for students in education and educational administration, both graduate and undergraduate, as well as law students in courses on special education law, school law, and special education. The framework of this book begins with five introductory chapters on the major issues that are addressed in special education law. These topics include an overview the legal system, the history of special education, major statutes in special education law, stakeholders such as students, families, educators, and advocates, and finally, requirements for protection under various special education laws. The remainder of the text presents and analyzes special education case law within specific contexts. The text helps educators understand what the law requires so that they can make decisions that comply with these laws. Updates for the sixth edition include a major reorganization of the text. Chapters have been streamlined and edited for clarity, combining a previous chapter on Related Services with Free Appropriate Publication Education, and folding Eligibility into Identification, Evaluation, and Eligibility, so students can better see the connections between these topics. Many case excerpts have been shortened or summarized to provide students with a more straightforward and focused reading experience. The latest updates in statutes, regulations, and case law are included throughout the text.
