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The essential resource for success in special education Educators face major challenges when addressing the needs of students with disabilities. This includes understanding a complex legal field: special education law. Special Education and the Law, Fourth Edition: A Guide for Practitioners is the ultimate for busy educators. Osborne and Russo, past presidents of the Educational Law Association, are experts in translating legalese into language that educators can understand. They have created a resource that examines legislation and interprets the statutes and their regulations in a reader-friendly format. Major topics include rights of access to public education, procedural due process, placement requirements, delivery of related services, discipline of students with disabilities, and remedies for failure to adhere to the law. With a preventative approach to litigation that separates it from other publications, this book features: Updates on legal developments from the almost-1000 federal and state cases decided since publication of the third edition in 2014 Coverage of IDEA, ADA, FAPE, 504, discipline, IEPs, LRE, parental considerations, public vs. private school considerations, and attorney fees A focus on federal and state interpretations With its user-friendly format, this resource will help educators focus on their core competency: providing exemplary education to students with special needs.

"A must-read, must-purchase, must-save reference. Provides relevant cases that can be used as a professional development resource for teachers and the leadership team, presents a clear explanation of laws for graduate courses, and offers an educational chronology for educators."—Marian White Hood, PrincipalErnest Everett Just Middle School, Mitchellville, MD"This book is a valuable resource for principals, directors of special education, superintendents, members of boards of directors, professors, and aspiring educators."—Peter Hilts, PrincipalThe Classical Academy, Colorado Springs, COA concise, case-based desk reference about issues that affect special education!The ideal resource for practicing or aspiring school leaders, this comprehensive book by special education law experts explores the most difficult and contentious areas of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act and its accompanying regulations. The authors synthesize concepts from leading special education cases and provide excerpts from selected legal decisions to help educators understand and more easily navigate the most pressing issues in special education law. Readers will find assistance in examining:Entitlement to special education servicesProcedural due process Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)Related services, assistive technology, and transition servicesDisciplinary sanctions for students with disabilitiesDispute resolution Anti-discrimination lawsThis text serves as a current and concise desk reference for educators, increasing their awareness of the legal requirements related to special education and strengthening their ability to work effectively with families and students.

"A must-read, must-purchase, must-save reference. Provides relevant cases that can be used as a professional development resource for teachers and the leadership team, presents a clear explanation of laws for graduate courses, and offers an educational chronology for educators."—Marian White Hood, PrincipalErnest Everett Just Middle School, Mitchellville, MD"This book is a valuable resource for principals, directors of special education, superintendents, members of boards of directors, professors, and aspiring educators."—Peter Hilts, PrincipalThe Classical Academy, Colorado Springs, COA concise, case-based desk reference about issues that affect special education!The ideal resource for practicing or aspiring school leaders, this comprehensive book by special education law experts explores the most difficult and contentious areas of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act and its accompanying regulations. The authors synthesize concepts from leading special education cases and provide excerpts from selected legal decisions to help educators understand and more easily navigate the most pressing issues in special education law. Readers will find assistance in examining:Entitlement to special education servicesProcedural due process Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)Related services, assistive technology, and transition servicesDisciplinary sanctions for students with disabilitiesDispute resolution Anti-discrimination lawsThis text serves as a current and concise desk reference for educators, increasing their awareness of the legal requirements related to special education and strengthening their ability to work effectively with families and students.

"Educators need a source that is written in an easy-to-understand format. This book offers many examples of case law that can be applied to educational settings. It is a wonderful resource that covers a range of topics pertinent to teachers and administrators."—Carol Shiffer, Assistant Principal and 504 CoordinatorQuincy Public Schools, MA

A concise legal desk reference to help educators protect the rights of individuals with disabilities!

The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act have greatly reduced discrimination based on race, gender, and disability. To act legally and responsibly, educators need to be aware of the requirements of these laws and how to meet them. This book offers an expert review of the rights and expectations of persons with disabilities.

Section 504 and the ADA provides educators with an in-depth analysis of these laws and offers recommendations for practice. Chapters cover:

Testing accommodations and educational access for students with disabilitiesThe rights of employees with disabilitiesLegal considerations regarding parents and the general publicBackground information on defenses, immunities, remedies, and the legal system

One of the few resources to focus specifically on the implications of Section 504 and the ADA for public K–12 schools, private schools, and postsecondary institutions, this essential guide helps educators ensure equity for all students.

"Educators need a source that is written in an easy-to-understand format. This book offers many examples of case law that can be applied to educational settings. It is a wonderful resource that covers a range of topics pertinent to teachers and administrators."—Carol Shiffer, Assistant Principal and 504 CoordinatorQuincy Public Schools, MA

A concise legal desk reference to help educators protect the rights of individuals with disabilities!

The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act have greatly reduced discrimination based on race, gender, and disability. To act legally and responsibly, educators need to be aware of the requirements of these laws and how to meet them. This book offers an expert review of the rights and expectations of persons with disabilities.

Section 504 and the ADA provides educators with an in-depth analysis of these laws and offers recommendations for practice. Chapters cover:

Testing accommodations and educational access for students with disabilitiesThe rights of employees with disabilitiesLegal considerations regarding parents and the general publicBackground information on defenses, immunities, remedies, and the legal system

One of the few resources to focus specifically on the implications of Section 504 and the ADA for public K–12 schools, private schools, and postsecondary institutions, this essential guide helps educators ensure equity for all students.

"This practical, easy-to-follow guide is an informative and well-organized resource for busy administrators who are trying to run safe, orderly schools." —Lois F. Berlin, Superintendent Falls Church City Public Schools, VA"The authors present readable, practical guidelines detailing the full spectrum of discipline-related legal issues impacting students with special needs." —Kevin P. Brady, Assistant ProfessorNorth Carolina State UniversityMake appropriate disciplinary decisions without violating the rights of students with disabilities! Leading experts Allan G. Osborne, Jr., and Charles J. Russo illustrate how existing legislation affects the rights of students with disabilities and provides educators with clear guidelines for taking suitable disciplinary actions under the reauthorization of IDEA 2004. Ideal for school principals, assistant principals, guidance counselors, school board members, and special education faculty, this resource includes frequently asked questions, a glossary of terms, acronyms, and abbreviations for easy reference. In language that is current and reader friendly, this book also:Analyzes case law, including Honig v. Doe, the primary court decision concerned with disciplining students with disabilitiesOffers a thorough overview of IDEA′s many detailed disciplinary mandates and provides suggestions for implementing each of the mandates Clarifies the IDEA provisions that protect students to help ensure they are not being disciplined for actions that stem from their disabilitiesDiscipline in Special Education helps school personnel gain a solid foundation for making disciplinary decisions that are fair and legal.

"Now teachers have an absolute desk reference that could be called ′How to Stay in the Classroom and Out of the Courtroom!"—John Casper, District Achievement Gap CoordinatorKentucky Department of Education"Reading this book is the next best thing to taking a class on education law. It could well serve as the resource for such a class!"—Deanna Brunlinger, Science TeacherElkhorn Area High School, WIEverything teachers need to know about education lawDo you know what you can and can′t do and say in your school? Most teacher education programs offer little, if any, instruction on education law. When teachers need advice regarding employment or instructional issues, they may find the search frustrating, time-consuming, or costly. Teachers will find the answers to their most frequently asked legal questions in this easy-to-read book. Key topics include: Certification, tenure, evaluation, and dismissal Collective bargaining and teacher contracts Constitutional rights of teachersDiscrimination and harassment Academic freedomGrading policy and integrity of student records Copyright lawSafetyAlso covered are tort liability, teachers′ responsibilities regarding the safety and well-being of their students, and teachers′ protection from defamation. Educators will find practical suggestions, vignettes, and summaries of judicial opinions with real-world applications. Don′t wait for a problem to arise. Read this book and be prepared.