History of Special Education

  • Elementary and Secondary Education Act

  • Education of the Handicapped Act

  • Education for All Handicapped Children Act

  • Handicapped Children's Protection Act

  • Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

    Originally known as the Education of the Handicapped Children's Act; the name was changed to IDEA to use "people first" language.
  • Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act

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