PSY345H5 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Intellectual Disability, Brainstem, Educational Assessment
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A changing era in the lives of students with disabilities. The view that children with disabilities should be excluded from school is being replaced with the call to provide an educational opportunity for every child. Ex: in the 1994 salamanca statement issued by the united nations (un) with the support of 92 different countries. The un further strengthened its strong view on education for all during the world summit for. Children, calling for school to promote access to education for every child with a disability. Schools are responsible for every student, from the most academically capable to those in need of specialized services and supports. Origins of special education in the united states. The goal of education for all is full participation for everyone regardless of race, cultural background, socioeconomic status, physical disability, or intellectual challenges. It wasn"t until 1975 that this value was translated into practice for all students with disabilities.
