SPED LAW

Question 1

IDEA

Answer 1

4 part legislation that ensures students with disabilities are provided with free appropriate public education. It covers assistance for those with disabilities in schools and infants and toddlers with disabilities and national support programs. It includes free public education and least restrictive environment as well as confidentiality and discipline and transition services.

Question 2

ADA

Answer 2

Prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in several areas including employment, transportation, public accommodations, communications, access to state and local government programs.

Question 3

504 plan

Answer 3

Covered by section 504 of the rehabilitation act. Students have the right to free appropriate public education. Guarantees rights to people with disabilities. One of the first federal civil rights laws offering protection for those with disabilities. No one can be excluded from participating in federally funded programs or activities under this program.