05:300:383 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1.3: No Child Left Behind Act, Rehabilitation Act Of 1973, Non-Functional Requirement
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Introduction to special education - chapter 1. 3 - laws for students with disabilities. The no child left behind act (nclb) hold schools accountable for all students. Measures accountability through a variety of measures, but large-scale assessment (testing) is often most visible form of measurement. Imposes sanctions on schools for not making adequate yearly progress on steps toward proficiency on assessments. Ensures physical access to all public facilities. Requires employers to make reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. : americans with disabilities amendments act (signed into law in sept. 2008 and effective jan 1, One other relevant law: section 504 of the rehabilitation act (pl 93-112) Have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Have a record of such an impairment, or. Are regarded by others as having an impairment. [ also for those who do not need the full iep accommodations. A quick comparison of section 504 and idea.