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2011-2012 University Catalog

EDSE 701 - Legal Issues and Special Populations

Credits: 3 (NR)
Offers a study of the impact of legislation and litigation on the education of special populations emphasizing IDEA and Section 504. Topics of study include emerging trends in special education based on interpretation of landmark court cases related to disability, legal updates on policies and procedures for exceptional learners, and discussion of the guiding principles of special education law when addressing the needs of special populations.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0