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AT Legislation
Legislation important for Educators Helping Individuals with Disabilities
Term | Definition |
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IDEIA [Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act] (P.L. 108-446) | LEA or state must provide assistance if IEP calls for them, and schools must consider using services/devices on the IEP's of all students. Also provides access to the NIMAC, for students with adaptive learning needs (Such as need for braille) |
Elementary and Secondary Education Act (2001) | All students must engage in academic assessments, and reasonable adaptations and accommodations must be made for students with disabilities. (2001!) |
Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 (101-336) | Employers must make reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities, who also have equal access to state & local programs, services, and activities. Public places must be accessible, and telecommunication accommodations for those who need them |