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Graduate Record 2019-2020 
    
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EDIS 5001 - Legal Foundations of Special Education

The purpose of this course is to identify, explore, and discuss special education’s defining issues and the complex contexts in which teachers work. Students will examine historical perspectives, models, theories, philosophies, and trends in order to provide context for current issues in special education. Students will explore current federal, state, and local policy contexts and the legal status of special education teachers and students.



Credits: 3