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McGinnis, J. Randy – Theory Into Practice, 2013
A fundamental social justice issue worldwide is how to meet the needs of all learners, especially those with special needs who historically have faced discrimination, exclusion, and oppression due to special needs (physical, cognitive, or behavioral dimensions). This article focuses on the key questions that researchers interested in improving…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Social Justice, Disabilities, Equal Education
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Harrison, Judith R.; Bunford, Nora; Evans, Steven W.; Owens, Julie Sarno – Review of Educational Research, 2013
Educational policies mandate the consideration of accommodations so that students with disabilities become proficient in the objectives outlined by state academic content standards and demonstrate proficiency on high-stakes assessments. However, neither policies nor empirical research provide sufficient guidance for educators to effectively select…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Testing Accommodations, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Emotional Disturbances
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National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance, 2011
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (P.L. 108-446), enacted by the United States Congress on December 3, 2004, is the most recent reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), federal legislation which is specifically focused on the education of children with disabilities. As of Fall…
Descriptors: Special Education, Disabilities, Developmental Delays, Early Intervention
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Bradley, M.C.; Daley, Tamara; Levin, Marjorie; O'Reilly, Fran; Parsad, Amanda; Robertson, Anne; Werner, Alan – National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance, 2011
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 is the most recent reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), federal legislation specifically focused on the education of children with disabilities. Section 664(b) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 requires…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Outcomes of Education, Federal Legislation, Educational Objectives
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Francisco, Marian Patricia Bea; Hartman, Maria; Wang, Ye – Education Sciences, 2020
The purpose of this paper is to trace the historical trajectory of special education and how societal perspectives influenced the special education movement. It aims to answer if special education and inclusion have achieved their goals for all individuals, especially those with disabilities. A review of historical trends, special education laws,…
Descriptors: Inclusion, Special Education, Students with Disabilities, Educational Trends