The Development of Special Education

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    Special education legislation was introduced to Congress

    In 1972 legislation was introduced in Congress after several "landmark cases" establishing in law the right to education for all handicap children.

  • Public Law 94-142

    On November 19, 1955 Congress enacted public law, also known as The Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975

  • Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

    It was renamed the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in 1990.

  • IDEA was reauthorized in 1997

    The act emphasized academic outcomes for students with disabilities. This involved raising expectations for students, supporting students who follow the general curriculum, supporting parents, and helping states determine appropriate outcomes.

  • Individualized Education Programs (IEP)

    IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) is a document, mandated by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA), which clearly defines the individual goal and objectives set for a child with a disability.