Special Education Law 101: A 60-Minute Special Education Law Primer

In this webinar presented by the Association of Educational Therapists, Dr. Kaye Ragland covers the basic tenets of Special Education law. Understanding Special Education law can help educational therapists, parents, and educators ensure appropriate services for children with special needs both in and out of the public school system. The history of education for individuals with disabilities in America will set the frame for the webinar. In addition to the historical context, the following concepts and more will be covered: Individuals with Disabilities in Education Improvement Act (IDEIA) Response to Intervention (RtI) Every Child Succeeds Act (ESSA) Assessment Time lines Eligibility Section 504 of the Americans with Disabilities Act Parents’ Rights and Responsibilities under the law How can educational therapist support parents and students in obtaining their rights under the law? What is the relationship of educational therapy to public education under the law?