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Federal Education Policy

National Laws & Regulations

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Overview

This module provides comprehensive coverage of federal education policy, from the U.S. Department of Education to landmark legislation like ESSA and IDEA.

Essential Questions

How does the federal government influence education despite the 10th Amendment?
What are the key provisions of ESSA and how do they affect schools?
How does IDEA protect students with disabilities?
What role does federal funding play in education policy?

Units (6)

Unit 1

Constitutional Foundations of Federal Role

Analyze the legal basis for federal involvement in education.

1 week

Activities

  • Constitutional Analysis Paper
  • 10th Amendment Debate

Readings

  • Constitutional provisions
  • Key Supreme Court cases