Many special education laws are designed to include disabled students in the education enjoyed by all students, and rightly so. Therefore, to the extent it is appropriate, students with special needs should be educated with their non-disabled peers, i.e. in the Least Restrictive Environment. Special classes, separate schooling, or other removal of a child with disabilities from the regular educational environment should occur only where regular classes with the use of supplementary aids and services is inappropriate. For some students education in a regular classroom will be impossible, but its important to remember that an inclusive education is
However, the word “appropriate” is important. There are many circumstances where it will be appropriate for a student to receive a different education, however, in such circumstances.
Another relevant legal concept is that of a continuum of alternative placements. A continuum of alternative placements generally refers to a range of available educational placements from more to less inclusive. Parents should consider these important concepts when considering the appropriate educational setting for their child.
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