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
Federal Role in Education: Historical and Constitutional Perspectives
Examine the evolution and legal foundations of federal involvement in education.
2 weeks
Activities
- Historical Analysis Paper
- Constitutional Interpretation Seminar
Readings
- Manna (2006)
- McGuinn (2006)
- Constitutional law cases
Assessments
- Research Paper
- Case Brief