Campbell Law Library: Education Equity Resources: Special Education

The Comprehensive Guide to Special Education Law by George A. Giuliani
Call Number: Law Library General Collection KF4210 .G58 2012
The Comprehensive Guide to Special Education Law is a detailed yet accessible introduction to federal law as it applies to the rights of children with special needs. Written in a user-friendly question and answer format, the book covers all of the key areas of special education law including parental rights of participation, the legal right to Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) and related services, and the complex issues of discipline and dispute resolutions. This book provides educators with knowledge of the requirements, history, and evolution of the laws that impact their daily working lives and gives them the information they need to help parents obtain better services for their children.
The Essentials of Special Education Advocacy by Sarah A. Nagro et al.
Call Number: Law General Collection LC3981 .M27 2024
The Essentials of Special Education Advocacy is a valuable tool for preservice and in service special education professionals who seek to advocate for their students and their profession. This book provides a framework and a step-by-step guide to systematically understand challenges and organize advocacy efforts for special education professionals to continue the historical progress and propel the next generation of change agents.
Research and Evaluation Methods in Special Education by Donna M. Mertens
Call Number: Online
ISBN: 9780761946533
Research-based practice is a powerful tool for success, as it can inform educators and others about educational strategies that work. Research and Evaluation Methods in Special Education is intended to enable educators to design, conduct, and report research and evaluation in a way that transforms special education by addressing the needs of persons with disabilities as heterogeneous, cultural groups.
Special Education Law and Policy by Jacqueline Rodriguez
Call Number: Law General Collection KF4209.3 .R63 2022
Understanding the relationship between law, advocacy, and Special Education is crucial for those who educate and advocate on behalf of students with disabilities. Rodriguez and Murawski crafted a book that distills complex legal concepts into a digestible format to ensure readers understand their roles as teachers, counselors, administrators, and advocates. Their clear and accessible style of writing is intended for students and practitioners and offers case law and real-world examples to highlight the effective application of both law and policy.
Special Education Law by Laura F. Rothstein; Scott F. Johnson
Call Number: Law General Collection KF4210 .R68 2014
Special Education Law, Fifth Edition provides a comprehensive, and overview of the major federal laws--and judicial interpretations of those laws--that apply to the education of children with special needs. Laura Rothstein and Scott F. Johnson thoroughly present the most up-to-date information on special education statutes, regulations, and judicial interpretations, including substantial changes in the interpretation of the legislation.
What Do I Do When- by Susan Gorn
Call Number: Law Library General Collection KF4209.3.Z9 G67 2006
Addressing the latest legal developments and new case law, the updated Second Edition guides you through the IDEA's rigid timelines and procedures in 15 critical compliance areas -- helping you anticipate potential trouble spots and prevent due process complaints. Covering identification, eligibility, parental consent, student discipline and 11 more areas, each chapter provides an at-a-glance summary of critical timelines followed by Q&As deciphering IDEA's technical rules and how judges and hearing officers analyze key issues.

Disability Rights of North Carolina News Feed
Disability Rights North Carolina is a legal advocacy agency that fights for the rights of people with disabilities in North Carolina.
DisabilityScoop
Founded in 2008, Disability Scoop is the nation’s largest news organization devoted to covering developmental disabilities. With daily coverage of autism, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and more, no other news source offers a more timely and comprehensive take on the issues that matter to the developmental disability community.
Special Education Law Bulletin
Special education compliance presents a complex set of legal issues. Special Education Law Bulletin keeps you informed of important developments and helps you deal with issues when they arise. Topics include mainstreaming concerns, classroom management, private schools and special programs, tuition reimbursement, individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) compliance, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and discipline issues. Available on Westlaw. Username and password required.

Special Ed Connection
One of the most popular Special Education resources for educators is Special Ed Connect. This database is tailored specifically for educators with information on cases, practical guidance, and other helpful resources. A username and password is required to access this resource. Currently, the Campbell Law Library does not subscribe to Special Ed Connection.
A Parent's Guide to Special Education in North Carolina
The Duke Children’s Law Clinic has produced a comprehensive Guide for parents of children with special education needs. The Guide explains the special education law in clear terms so that parents can learn the vocabulary, navigate the special education system, and become an effective advocate for their children. The Guide is especially geared to assist North Carolina parents.
Education of Students with Disabilities: Federal and State Laws: 50 State Survey of Special Education Laws and Regulations
From the Franklin County Law Library, this online guide links laws and regulations for each of the fifty states and the District of Columbia for the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) - U.S. Dept. of Education
The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) is dedicated to improving results for infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities ages birth through 21 by providing leadership and financial support to assist states and local districts.

Treatises and Study Aids

Disabilities and the Law

by Laura Rothstein and Julia Rothstein

This treatise, provides a comprehensive overview of the rights of persons with disabilities in primary, secondary, and higher education. See specifically Chapter 2: Elementary and Secondary Education. Available on Westlaw Edge. Username and password required.

Special Education Law

The book provides a solid background in special education law and is fully up-to-date with the recent recodification of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the new Department of Education regulations, and the recent case law, including the most recent United States Supreme Court decisions.

Special Education Law and Litigation Treatise

This book is a comprehensive work that answers the myriad of specific legal questions engendered by special education law. The book gives guidance on particular legal questions found in special education and evaluates caselaw and other authoritative materials.

Special Education Law in a Nutshell

This Nutshell presents a very timely overview of legal topics relating to special education services for students in K-12 education. Topics covered include: historical background, Section 504 coverage, IDEA coverage, child find, evaluations, IEPs, disciplinary issues, due process hearings, and state administrative complaints.

Understanding Disability Law

Understanding Disability Law discusses important statutory and constitutional issues relating to disability discrimination. It is designed to help students in Disability Law courses synthesize and apply the materials they are learning.