EDEC 4250 Laws and Litigation in Early Childhood Special Education
This course is an overview of the laws and litigation that have influenced the education of young children with disabilities. Prerequisite: Completion of EDEX 2484. (2 lect.)
Major Topics
- The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
- The Rehabilitation Act
- Every Student Succeeds Act
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Analyze laws and legislation that impact services and education for individuals with special needs.
2. Examine litigation related to special education.
3. Construct a case briefing of a major court decision regarding special education services.