The Palestine Yearbook of International Law, 1995
The Palestine Yearbook of International Law, 1995

Author: Anis F. Kassim

Publisher: Martinus Nijhoff Publishers

Published: 1997-01-01

Total Pages: 566

ISBN-13: 9789041103147

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A well-established yearbook, "The Palestine Yearbook of" "International Law" is widely respected as a prime source of legal material relating to Palestinian issues. It provides an important forum on topical matters relating to Palestine for the international legal community, particularly for legal practitioners, researchers and scholars. In addition to leading articles on current matters of interest, it contains key legislation, court decisions, and other relevant legal material translated from the original Arabic or Hebrew into English. This eighth volume of "The Palestine Yearbook of International Law" contains: leading articles on Palestinian self-government, legal aspects of the Palestinian/Israeli peace process, and the problems of water management in Palestine; the texts of Palestinian, Jordanian, Israeli and U.S. legislation and of various Agreements concluded between the Palestinian National Authority and both Jordan or Israel; the texts of human rights reports; a selection of recent book reviews; and a detailed bibliography. The level of activity in this field and its importance and complexity make "The Palestine Yearbook of International Law" an important component in any international law library, allowing practitioners and academics to maintain awareness of these critical issues.

The Yearbook of Education Law, 1997
The Yearbook of Education Law, 1997

Author: Charles J. Russo

Publisher: Education Law Association

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 448

ISBN-13: 9781565340954

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An overview of how legal decisions involving education are handed down is provided. Organized into 10 parts, part 1, "Employees," (Ralph D. Mawdley) focuses on court actions that addressed school board compliance with district and state policies regarding dismissal, nonrenewal, demotion, and discipline. Part 2, "School Governance," (Donald F. Uerling) examines cases involving state boards, commissioners, and departments of education. Part 3, "Pupils" (William E. Camp) looks at complex issues concerning how to balance the rights of students, the interests of parents, and the duty of the schools to maintain an orderly learning environment. Part 4, "Bargaining," (Julie F. Mead) addresses cases involving collective bargaining and labor relations in elementary and secondary schools. Part 5, "Students with Disabilities," (Allan G. Osborne, Jr.) deals with legal action that involves students with disabilities including placement, discipline, state laws, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Tort actions involving negligence and corporal punishment are addressed in part 6, "Torts," (William J. Evans, Jr.). Equality and eligibility issues in sports programs are described, in part 7, "Sports," (Linda A. Sharp) including salary cap for coaches, negligence, and contract disputes. Chapter 8, "Higher Education," (Robert M. Hendrickson) concerns jurisdiction, university hospitals, faculty employment, student discipline, and financial aid among others. Part 9, "Federal and State Legislation" (Gus Douvanis) address broad concerns, such as crime and violence prevention, funding, and school choice. Finally, part 10, "Education Related," (Paul R. Downing) covers the First, Fourteenth, and Fourth Amendments and discrimination in the workplace. (Includes a table of cases, a list of cases by jurisdiction, and an index.) (RJM)

Essential Concepts and School-Based Cases in Special Education Law
Essential Concepts and School-Based Cases in Special Education Law

Author: Charles J. Russo

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 369

ISBN-13: 141292703X

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Covers IDEA and its accompanying regulations and analyzes cases involving procedural due process, assistive technology, disciplinary sanctions, dispute resolution, antidiscrimination laws, and special services entitlement.

The Legal Rights and Responsibilities of Teachers
The Legal Rights and Responsibilities of Teachers

Author: Allan G. Osborne, Jr.

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2011-04-04

Total Pages: 353

ISBN-13: 1452223653

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Everything teachers need to know about education law Do you know what you can and can’t say and do in your school? Most teacher education programs offer little, if any, instruction on education law. When teachers need advice regarding employment or instructional issues, they may find the search frustrating, time-consuming, or costly. Teachers will find the answers to their most frequently asked legal questions in this easy-to-read book. Key topics include: Certification, tenure, evaluation, and dismissal Collective bargaining and teacher contracts Constitutional rights of teachers Discrimination and harassment Teachers’ responsibility regarding student bullying Academic freedom Copyright law Safety

Special Education and the Law
Special Education and the Law

Author: Allan G. Osborne, Jr.

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2014-03-17

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 1483303152

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The ultimate resource for success in special education—newly updated! If you’d wanted to be a lawyer, you would have gone to law school. How could you have predicted you’d need legal knowledge after all? Here is your essential guide. Osborne and Russo, past presidents of the Educational Law Association, are experts in translating legalese into a language educators can understand. Updated to reflect significant court decisions and new legal developments, this is your road map to meeting today’s special education requirements. The latest edition features Extensive coverage of IDEA’s reauthorization, Section 504 and the ADA, and FAPE and LRE New analysis of parent and student rights Guidance on discipline A preventative approach to special education litigation Focus on federal and state interpretations of the law Designed for educators, this practical resource allows you to focus on your core competency: providing excellent education for students with special needs. "Some books are carefully placed on bookshelves and easily forgotten, while others sit on desks with their spines cracked and well worn from use. My copy of Osborne′s and Russo′s Third Edition of Special Education and the Law will soon be dog eared, highlighted in yellow, its margins scribbled with notes. Read it and you will use it." —Todd A. DeMitchell, Professor University of New Hampshire "Every administrator should have this in their professional library to guide them in making appropriate decisions in scheduling and meeting students’ needs." —Dr. Elizabeth Alvarez, Principal Chicago Public Schools

Education at a Glance 1998 OECD Indicators
Education at a Glance 1998 OECD Indicators

Author: OECD

Publisher: OECD Publishing

Published: 1999-12-06

Total Pages: 435

ISBN-13: 9264174427

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The 1998 edition of Education at a Glance provides comparable information on the human and financial resources invested in education, on how education and learning systems operate and evolve, and on the returns to educational investments.

Section 504 and the ADA
Section 504 and the ADA

Author: Charles J. Russo

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2008-08-28

Total Pages: 153

ISBN-13: 1452294658

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"Educators need a source that is written in an easy-to-understand format. This book offers many examples of case law that can be applied to educational settings. It is a wonderful resource that covers a range of topics pertinent to teachers and administrators." —Carol Shiffer, Assistant Principal and 504 Coordinator Quincy Public Schools, MA A concise legal desk reference to help educators protect the rights of individuals with disabilities! The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act have greatly reduced discrimination based on race, gender, and disability. To act legally and responsibly, educators need to be aware of the requirements of these laws and how to meet them. This book offers an expert review of the rights and expectations of persons with disabilities. Section 504 and the ADA provides educators with an in-depth analysis of these laws and offers recommendations for practice. Chapters cover: Testing accommodations and educational access for students with disabilities The rights of employees with disabilities Legal considerations regarding parents and the general public Background information on defenses, immunities, remedies, and the legal system One of the few resources to focus specifically on the implications of Section 504 and the ADA for public K–12 schools, private schools, and postsecondary institutions, this essential guide helps educators ensure equity for all students.