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LAWANALYSISPARTIWorksheet2.docxLAW ANALYSIS PART I
“Laws in Special Education”
Directions: Complete the grid with information on three major laws: Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA), Section 504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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IDEA (2004) |
Section 504 (1973) |
ADA (1990) |
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Purpose
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A section of civil rights law to include assistance for individuals who need help but may not meet criteria for special education |
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Ages covered
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Primarily adults and children benefit from ADA in their access to schools and other businesses |
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Disabilities covered
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Intellectual disabilities; hearing impairments; visual impairments; deaf-blindness; speech/language impairments; orthopedic impairments; autism; traumatic brain injury; specific learning disabilities; other health impairments; multiple disabilities; emotional disturbance; developmental delay |
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Evaluation procedures
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Evaluation by trained professionals, incorporating information from teacher and family. No requirement for use of discrepancy model Use RTI information contributes Regularly monitored with measurable goals |
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Dispute resolution
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Not addressed The school may develop a 504 Plan, but the plan does not have to be written. Section 504 does not require a meeting before a change in placement. |
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