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The comprehensive guide to special education law : over 400 frequently asked questions and answers every educator needs to know about the legal rights of exceptional children and their parents /

It is vital for all professionals in the field of education to have a practical understanding of the laws that are in place to protect the children with whom they work. The Comprehensive Guide to Special Education Law is a detailed yet accessible introduction to federal law as it applies to the righ...

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Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Giuliani, George A., 1938-
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2012.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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  • The Comprehensive Guide to Special Education Law: Over 400 Frequently Asked Questions and Answers Every Educator Needs to Know about the Legal Rights of Exceptional Children and their Parents; Disclaimer; About the Author; Acknowledgements; Preface; Introduction; Why this book was written; Objectives of the book; Understanding citations in the book; 1 Overview of Special Education Law; What is the legal definition of special education?; In the definition of special education, who is considered a "parent"?; In the definition of special education, who is a "child with a disability"?
  • What is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA)?What are the purposes of IDEIA?; Is IDEIA made of separate parts?; Where can you find IDEIA?; What disabilities are covered under IDEIA?; Why is "gifted and talented" not a classification under IDEIA?; How many children currently receive special education services?; Children with disabilities in special education represent approximately what percentage of all children in school?; Does IDEIA address the needs of infants and toddlers?; Where is special education instruction provided?
  • Why was a federal law in special education enacted?Is there a law to protect students with disabilities who are deemed not eligible for special education?; What are the legal steps required in the special education process under IDEIA?; 2 Requirements for Being a "Parent"; Who is a "parent" as defined under IDEIA?; Why is there such a broad definition of a parent under IDEIA?; Who is considered an "adoptive" parent?; Are biological or adoptive parents always presumed to be authorized to make educational decisions for the child even if other individuals also meet the definition of parent?
  • Who is considered a foster parent?What rights do foster parents have in the educational decision making for a child in special education?; Who is considered a guardian?; Who is considered a surrogate parent?; Are surrogate parents required to have knowledge and skills that ensure adequate representation of the student?; What rights does a surrogate parent have under IDEIA?; What are the guidelines for being a surrogate parent for a student?; Can the state be considered a surrogate parent?; Can a foster parent serve as a surrogate parent?
  • How long can a surrogate parent act as surrogate parent?Is there a timeframe for assignment of a surrogate parent?; When parents divorce, who exercises the rights under IDEIA?; Who is considered a ward of the state?; Is there a transfer of parental rights at the age of majority in special education?; How are children informed of the transfer of rights?; 3 Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE); What is a FAPE?; What does "free" actually mean?; Is lack of funds a sufficient defense for not providing a student with a disability an appropriate education?