Access to the General Curriculum: A Curriculum and Instruction Perspective for Educators

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act places more emphasis than ever on providing students with new ways to fully access the general curriculum. This places a great deal of importance on the areas of curriculum and instruction. It also recognizes the need for special and general education...

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Published in:Intervention in school and clinic 2005-11, Vol.41 (2), p.82-86
Main Authors: Abell, Michael M., Bauder, Debra K., Simmons, Thomas J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Access to Education
Curriculum development
Disabilities
Educational Change
Educational Policy
Educational Technology
Equal Education
Federal Legislation
General Education
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Information technology
Instructional Materials
Learning disabilities
Regular and Special Education Relationship
Special education
Teaching Methods
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Summary:The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act places more emphasis than ever on providing students with new ways to fully access the general curriculum. This places a great deal of importance on the areas of curriculum and instruction. It also recognizes the need for special and general education staff to work together to offer high-quality support and instruction. The role of the digital curriculum and accompanying technology is beginning to bring new perspectives to how students can be engaged and have more control over their own learning.
ISSN:1053-4512
1538-4810
DOI:10.1177/10534512050410020801