SED 420 - Special Education Law

3 CR

Students will study the American legal system and procedural due process to develop a framework for addressing legal issues relating to students with disabilities. The six principles of IDEA will be covered, as well as providing for a free appropriate public education; identifying and assessing students; educating in the least restrictive environment, providing related services; addressing discipline issues; and finding solutions to challenging situations facing students with disabilities. The role of the federal, state, and local government in sped issues will also be covered, with special emphasis on case and regulatory law.

Prerequisite(s): EDU 387 or SED 201.