Special Education Law

Survey course that gives an exploration of the laws that govern schools, disabilities, and special education, Provides background knowledge in laws and court cases involving public and private education, student and family rights, teacher rights, tort and school district liability, the individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Act 504, and case law pertinent to Hawai’i, such as the Felix Decree. Case studies, personal reading reflections, and debates will be used to enhance the course content areas.