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| An inability to do something; a diminished capacity to perform in a specific way |
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| A disadvantage imposed on an individual |
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| Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) |
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| Specially designed instruction that meets the needs of an exceptional student (in one of the 13 disability categories defined under IDEA) and that might require special materials, teaching techniques, or equipment and/or facilities |
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| The more common types of disabilities, such as specific learning disabilities, emotional disturbances, or speech language impairments |
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| The less common disabilities, such as blindness, hearing impairment, severe intellectual disability, or autism |
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| Free, Appropriate Education (FAPE) |
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| Students with disabilities have a right to an appropriate education at public expense |
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| Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) |
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| Every child receives an education appropriate for his or her needs. Students with disabilities should be educated along with their peers without disabilities to the maximum extent possible |
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| The right to a hearing, access of records, and written notification |
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