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William L. Heward Exceptional Children: An Introduction to Special Education, 8e Copyright 2006 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458 All rights reserved.
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Children in special education represent about 9% of the school age population Approximately 75% of students with disabilities receive at least part of their education in regular classrooms
William L. Heward Exceptional Children: An Introduction to Special Education, 8e Copyright 2006 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458 All rights reserved.
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William L. Heward Exceptional Children: An Introduction to Special Education, 8e Copyright 2006 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458 All rights reserved.
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Equal Protection
All children are entitled to a free, appropriate public education
William L. Heward Exceptional Children: An Introduction to Special Education, 8e Copyright 2006 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458 All rights reserved.
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William L. Heward Exceptional Children: An Introduction to Special Education, 8e Copyright 2006 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458 All rights reserved.
Related Legislation
Gifted and Talented Children
The Gifted and Talented Childrens Education Act of 1978 provides financial incentives for states to develop programs for students
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William L. Heward Exceptional Children: An Introduction to Special Education, 8e Copyright 2006 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458 All rights reserved.
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