Description
This course will examine current laws pertaining to individuals who have disabilities. Students will gain an understanding of the legal components and requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. Graduate Nature of the Course: Students taking this course for graduate credit will complete all assignments required for undergraduate credit and complete a graduate level research project (15-page research paper or a 5-page reflective analysis of a field-based experience) related to the impact of special education law on the provision of services to children with exceptional needs.
3 credits