Free Appropriate Public Education: The Law and Children With Disabilities

by H. Rutherford Turnbull, Ann P. Turnbull, Matt Stowe

This classic book is essential reading for all educators dealing with the law governing the education of students with disabilities. School principals, special education administrators, and special education teachers should have this new resource on their desks.

The text is completely updated and contains all the substantial amendments made by the latest reauthorization of IDEA. The glossary and other resources bring the newest information to students and professionals. It includes the most recent developments in legislation, case law techniques, due process, parent participation, and much more.

435 pages, Hardcover

First published January 28, 1990

About the author

H. Rutherford Turnbull III is an American author, educator and leader in the field of special education policy and law.
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Occasionally published as Rud Turnbull

Reviews

[Valerie Zink · Rating 3 out of 5]

It is for school. Informative and easy to understand. I would never read it just for fun though!

[Amanda Mastran · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not exactly a thrilling read, but a useful overview of special education legislation and court decisions.

A good place to start your research, but as it is a secondary source, you will not want to reference it in a paper. Use it to get ideas and direction, then research primary sources.