The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
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Originally passed in 1975, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) guarantees a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) to all children with disabilities. IDEA is meant to meet the specific, unique needs of all children with disabilities in order to prepare them for independent living, further education, and future employment (American Psychological Association, 2016).
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