Special Education Law in the United States

Legal Framework for the Education of Individuals With Disabilities in Mexico

“…Mexican education and special education laws guarantee individuals with disabilities full rights to education (Russo & Lozano, 2015). Table 1 provides the names of six laws, the focus of each, and special education provisions in schools.…”

“…In addition, the GLRGBA stipulates that students with disabilities are entitled to free early education programs, health services, rehabilitation programs, and vocational training. The federal and local governments are responsible for providing the parents and families of eligible students with the educational support necessary to help their children with disabilities achieve respectable lives (Cobo-Téllez, 2019; Russo & Lozano, 2015). The GLRGBA provides more educational specificity and extends protections and services beyond learning to include physical, mental, and vocational realms.…”

“…Equity of access and inclusion in education are the two most important components of special education in Mexico (Agrawal et al, 2019; Russo & Lozano, 2015; Shepherd et al, 2002). Inclusion, according to Russo and Lozano (2015), is the main focus of special education in Mexico.…”

“…Equity of access and inclusion in education are the two most important components of special education in Mexico (Agrawal et al, 2019; Russo & Lozano, 2015; Shepherd et al, 2002). Inclusion, according to Russo and Lozano (2015), is the main focus of special education in Mexico. Inclusive education is defined as using specific methods, techniques, and resources with the aim of integrating individuals with disabilities in the general education learning environment.…”

“…Thus, general education and special education laws allow students with disabilities to be included in general education alongside their typical peers as is feasible using specialized methods, techniques, and materials. In cases where students with disabilities need additional support beyond what is available in the inclusive setting, the law calls for alternative programming (Agrawal et al, 2019; Russo & Lozano, 2015). The federal education law, which guides all levels of education in Mexico, stresses the concept of permanence .…”