Module 1: History of Special Education and Inclusive Education Timetoast Timeline

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  • The First Special Education school

    The First Special Education school
    The Connecticut Asylum for the Education and Instruction of Deaf and Dumb Persons was the first special education school. It was established on April 15th, 1817. Shortly after its establishment, it was renamed the American Asylum for the Education and Instruction of the deaf.

  • The Establishment of Gallaudet university

    The Establishment of Gallaudet university
    The Gallaudet University was established on April 8th, 1864. This University was the first University for the deaf and hard of hearing. It represents the significance of higher education accessibility.

  • Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)

    Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)
    The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) was established on April 11th, 1965. The 89th United States Congress passed this Act. President Lyndon B. Johnson also signed this Act.

  • Vocational Rehabilitation Act (VRA)

    Vocational Rehabilitation Act (VRA)
    Vocational Rehabilitation Act was established on September 26, 1973. This bill prohibits discrimination against students with disabilities. The sponsor of this bill was John Brademas.

  • Educational for All Handicapped Children Act

    Educational for All Handicapped Children Act
    The Educational for All Handicapped Children Act was enacted on November 29th, 1975. This act protects the rights, the individual needs, and improves the results for infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities and their families. This bill requires individualized education programs.

  • Education of the Handicapped Act Amendments

    Education of the Handicapped Act Amendments
    The Education of the Handicapped Act Amendments was signed on October 8th, 1986. This Bill was signed by Congress and President Reagan. These amendments reauthorize the Education of the Handicapped Act.

  • Americans with Disabilities Act

    Americans with Disabilities Act
    The Americans with Disabilities Act was signed on July 26, 1990. This bill prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. This bill was signed by President George H.W. Bush.

  • Establishment of NASET

    Establishment of NASET
    The National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) was created on July 1st, 2001. Dr. Roger Pierangelo and Dr. George Giuliani established this organization. This organization provides resources, support, and professional recognition for special education teachers. (https://www.naset.org/)

  • No Child Left Behind Act

    No Child Left Behind Act
    The No Child Left Behind Act was established on January 8, 2002. President George W. Bush signed the No Child Left Behind Act. This act holds schools responsible for the academic performance of all students.

  • Every Student Succeeds Act

    Every Student Succeeds Act
    Every Student Succeeds Act was established on December 10, 2015. This act replaced the No Child Left Behind Act. This Act was signed by President Barack Obama. (https://youtu.be/tTo-sfxIEFk?si=en_NR0d2N9uyJ5m5)