The Law and Special Education

by Yell, Mitchell L.

• ISBN13: 9780135175361
• ISBN10: 0135175364
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780135178362
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2018-07-13
• Publisher: Pearson

About This Book

The Law and Special Education, 5th Edition

ISBN: 9780135175361

The Law and Special Education, 5th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed for students and educators in the field of special education law. Written by Mitchell Yell, this book is a go-to resource for understanding the legal obligations and current developments in special education.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in special education law courses at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for professionals in the field of special education, including school administrators, lawyers, and advocates working with students with disabilities.

History and Editions

The 5th edition of The Law and Special Education has been updated to keep readers informed of the latest developments and legislations in the field. This edition includes detailed information on the history of special education law, current case studies, and practical tools for developing legally sound and educationally appropriate special education programs.

Author and Other Works

Mitchell L. Yell is the author of The Law and Special Education. He is a renowned expert in the field of special education law and has written extensively on topics related to legal obligations in special education. His clear and straightforward writing style makes complex legal concepts accessible to both students and professionals.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in special education law, including detailed explanations and case studies.
• Practical Tools: It provides educators with the information and tools needed to develop legally sound and educationally appropriate special education programs.
• Updated Research: The 5th edition includes updates on the latest developments and legislations in the field of special education law.
• Accessible Writing Style: The text is clear, straightforward, and very accessible, making it easy for readers to understand the material.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780135175361
• eTextbook: Available through VitalSource and eCampus (ISBN: 9780135175361)
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers, including Chegg and VitalSource.

Publication Details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication Date: July 13, 2018
• Number of Pages: 432 pages
• Language: English
• Item Weight: Not specified
• Dimensions: Not specified

Other Editions and Formats

• Related ISBNs:
• 9780135178324
• 9780135178362
• 9780135178386
• 9780135178874
• 0135178320
• 0135178363

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for The Law and Special Education, 5th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Author Biography

Mitchell Yell, Ph.D., is the Fred and Francis Palmetto Chair in Teacher Education and Professor in Special Education in the College of Education at the University of South Carolina (USC) in Columbia, South Carolina.  For the past 26 years, Dr. Yell has conducted extensive research and presented numerous workshops on developing individualized education programs (IEPs), formulating legally correct special education policies, and adopting best practices in educating students with disabilities. His primary goal has been to extrapolate principles from legislation and litigation; communicate them to parents, teachers, and administrators in clear, “nonlegalese” language; and assist teachers and school districts in the use of legally sound research-based policies and practices.

Prior to coming to the University of South Carolina, Dr. Yell was a special education teacher in Minnesota for 16 years. During this time, he taught in elementary, middle, and secondary school classrooms and in special schools for students with learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and autism.

He has published 112 articles and 30 book chapters, and has conducted numerous workshops on special education law and classroom management. He is the author of four textbooks published by Pearson: The Law and Special Education, Evidence-Based Practices for Educating Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, and No Child Left Behind: A Guide for Professionals, and is the coauthor of A Teacher’s Guide to Preventing Behavior Problems in the Elementary Classroom with Stephen Smith.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to the American Legal System 
2. Legal Research 
3. The History of the Law and Children with Disabilities 
4. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 
5. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 
6. The Americans with Disabilities Act 
7. The Elementary and Secondary Education Act 
8. Free Appropriate Public Education 
9. Identification, Assessment, and Evaluation 
10. The Individualized Education Program 
11. Least Restrictive Environment 
12. Procedural Safeguards 
13. Disciplining Students with Disabilities 
14. Additional Issues: Bullying, Charter Schools, Response to Intervention, Educational Records, and Liability for Student Injury 

Appendix A: Major Changes of IDEA 2004 
Appendix B: Relevant Sections of the U.S. Constitution