Describe how the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act promotes the rights of challenged children, including children with childhood mental disorders.

What will be an ideal response?


Students should describe the following (not necessarily in any particular order): Using peer-reviewed research and scientifically based behavioral and instructional techniques for physically and mentally challenged students; expanding the definition of parent to include foster parents and nonparent caregivers; emphasizing a student's right to a free public education in the "least restrictive environment," in conjunction with a student's Individualized Education Program; bolstering the educational expectations and requirements of teachers and other educational staff.

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

The first Charity Organization Societies (COS) in the United States did not offer direct relief but rather provided moral and spiritual “uplifting” to the “undeserving poor.”

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Harry's social work career ended abruptly 10 years ago when he was discovered engaging in a sexual relationship with a client. At that time his license was withdrawn and he left the field. Now is is interested in resuming his social work career and seeks a job with a family therapy agency working with elderly home-bound clients. He readily disclosed his prior record and tells the agency director that he would like to reapply for a license after he has worked in the field for a while and proved his reliability. The director believes that hs is competent and would like to employ Harry, but he is concerned about the Board's reaction. How would the director manage this situation in a way that is fair to Harry, the agency's clients and the Board?

A. The director need not consult with the Board on this situation and would simply go ahead and hire Harry if he believes he can do the job. B. The director should consult with the Board and secure their informed support before moving ahead. He can choose to let Harry know that his employment will be contingent on consultation with the Board. C. Harry's prior behavior presents both public relations and a security problem. The director should probably reject Harry's application for employment. D. The director should hire Harry and suggest that he not reveal his record to anyone in the agency.

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It appears that the states of the union will play a decreasing role in managing welfare programs in the coming years

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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