May 05, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EDUC 563 - Special Education School Law

(3 credits)
Students will gain a greater understanding of both federal and state special education laws including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA 2004), and the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Emphasis will be placed on turning educational and legal theory into practice through the use of educator seminars. Students will review the most current cases and trends in special education law, analyze cases, and learn how to research both statutory and case law. Spring.