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Learning disabilities
In the 1940s, programs for children with learning disabilities became more common. -
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Landmark decision
Brown v Board of Education was passed in 1954, stating that racial segregation were unconstitutional. That decision prompted parents of disabled children to bring lawsuits against school districts. -
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Elementary and Secondary Educarion Act of 1965
The law was amended in 1966 to improve programs and education for handicapped children. -
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Congressional Investigation
Lego sis Latino was introduced in Congress after landmark court cases establishing in law the right to education all handicapped children. -
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Public Law 94-142
This is also known as the education for all handicapped children act of 1975. All handicapped children have a right to an education. -
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PARC and Mills
Pennsylvania Assn. for Retarded Children v Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Mills v Board of Wducation of District of Colombia. PARC was dealing with the exclusion of children with mental retardation from public schools. -
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IDEA
The IDEA compliance test was introduced. The test is to ensure special education to eligibility children with disabilities. -
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Individuals with Disabilites Education Improvement
Congress wanted to increased the focus on accountability and improved outcomes by requiring that special education teaches be highly qualified.