Does the Individuals Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Education
for the Handicapped Act Ammendments of
1986, focus on services provided to
families, children, communities, or to
schools?
I am thinking they provide services to
families. Don't they?
Education of the handicapped is the primary goal of these acts, although, of course, supporting families is part of reaching this goal.
http://www.ed.gov/policy/speced/leg/idea/history.html
http://atto.buffalo.edu/registered/ATBasics/Foundation/Laws/specialed.php#EHA
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Education for the Handicapped Act Amendments of 1986 primarily focus on services provided to schools and children with disabilities. These acts were put in place to ensure that all children with disabilities have access to a free appropriate public education (FAPE) that meets their individual needs.
While supporting families is an important component of these acts, their main focus is on the education and services provided to students with disabilities in the context of the school system. The acts establish the framework for determining eligibility for special education services, developing individualized education programs (IEPs), and providing necessary accommodations and supports to students with disabilities.
To get a more comprehensive understanding of IDEA and the Education for the Handicapped Act Amendments of 1986, you can refer to the official sources such as the U.S. Department of Education website (http://www.ed.gov/policy/speced/leg/idea/history.html) and the Assistive Technology Training Online Project website (http://atto.buffalo.edu/registered/ATBasics/Foundation/Laws/specialed.php#EHA). These sources provide detailed information on the history, purpose, and provisions of these acts.