Why IDEA Is So Important: Championing Inclusivity in Education Makes Moral and Financial Sense At its core, education is a basic human right. It is the foundation upon which individuals build their lives, gain opportunities, and become active, contributing members of society. But it’s not enough to simply provide an education to all
Understanding IDEA and ADA: Navigating Special Education Law Navigating the complexities of special education law can be daunting, especially when dealing with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Both laws aim to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities, but they serve different purposes and
FAPE in Special Education FAPE stands for Free Appropriate Public Education, and it is a fundamental concept in special education. It ensures that all students with disabilities have the right to receive a free and adequate education that meets their unique needs. For educators, FAPE guides their practice by requiring them to provide
What is Universal Design for Learning (UDL)? Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an educational framework created by David H. Rose, Ed.D. of the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and the Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST), that seeks to provide all learners with access to an inclusive learning environment. The guiding principle
One of the most significant special education court cases in several years has been decided by the US Supreme Court this week. The case, Perez vs. Sturgis, clarifies the circumstances in which a disabled student has the right to sue a school district for failing to provide a “Free Appropriate Public Education” (FAPE). Students
In an interview with Dr. Mitchell Yell and Dr. Kurt Hulett, Let’s Go Learn sponsored a free special education workshop to explain the legal issues surrounding FAPE, and how Let's Go Learn can help. FAPE means a "free appropriate public education", and it's a fundamental right spelled out for eligible children with
In partnership with the National Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE), this week Let's Go Learn presented a webinar that shares educators' best practices for implementing remote learning in the context of special education. The webinar included discussion of the current environment, as well as a lengthy Q&A session for a panel of
Now that students are home using online learning strategies provided by their schools, new educational challenges are emerging. Schools are struggling to maintain equity with all students learning from home, with some kids requiring accommodations, special services, and English language help. Students with disabilities are likely to have some of the most challenges
