SPED 6280 Special Education Law

This course will provide instruction in the legal issues involved in the education of students with disabilities. It will illustrate how the American legal system works vis-a-vis special education law. This class will examine the history of special education law, current New Jersey and federal legislation, and pertinent case law. The course content will focus on facets of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (NCLB), Section 504 of the American Disabilities Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Credits: 3.0