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50 Years of ERIC
50 Years of ERIC
The Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) is celebrating its 50th Birthday! First opened on May 15th, 1964 ERIC continues the long tradition of ongoing innovation and enhancement.

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Drang, Debra; McLaughlin, Margaret J. – Journal of Special Education Leadership, 2008
When the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (now known as the Individuals With Disabilities Education Improvement Act [IDEA]) was initially passed in 1975, it indicated that districts were required to provide children in private schools with access to special education and related services, but it was unclear whether they were entitled to…
Descriptors: Private Schools, Disabilities, School Districts, Special Education
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Gagnon, Joseph C.; McLaughlin, Margaret J.; Rhim, Lauren Morando; Davis, Gayle A. – Journal of Special Education Leadership, 2002
A survey of 34 special education directors in large school districts that concerned how current education reforms are applied to children with disabilities examined academic content standards, assessments, and graduation and diplomas. Results indicate students with disabilities are differentially considered within specific reform policies and a…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Educational Assessment, Educational Change, Educational Policy
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McLaughlin, Margaret J.; Artiles, Alfredo J.; Pullin, Diana – Journal of Special Education Leadership, 2001
This article discusses increasing student diversity and its challenges to special education systems as more students need assistance to progress in the curriculum. It argues for whole school reorganization that reflects cultural understanding, permits flexibility in the use of resources, and is guided by clear accountability for student…
Descriptors: Administrators, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Influences, Disabilities