Asked by Roxanne De La Rosa on Feb 29, 2024
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The Education for All Handicapped Children Act (PL 94-142) was renamed:
A) American with Disabilities Act
B) No Child Left Behind
C) Equal Education for All Children
D) Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act
Education For All Handicapped Children Act
A public law passed in 1975 which required that all public schools that receive federal funds provide handicapped children and adults ages 3–21 with an education in the “least restrictive environment.”
Individuals With Disabilities Education Improvement Act
A U.S. law that ensures students with disabilities are provided with Free Appropriate Public Education that is tailored to their individual needs.
- Identify key legislation related to education for students with disabilities.
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Kashish GuptaFeb 29, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The Education for All Handicapped Children Act (PL 94-142) was renamed as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) in 1990. This act ensures that all children with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education that meets their individual needs. It has been amended multiple times since 1990, with the last amendment being in 2004.
Learning Objectives
- Identify key legislation related to education for students with disabilities.