FTCE Exceptional Student Education (ESE) K-12 Practice Test

Which law requires inclusive education practices and participation of general education teachers in IEP development?

1. IDEA 97

2. Public Law 99-372

3. Americans with Disabilities Act

4. Public Law 99-506

The correct answer is: IDEA 97

The correct choice is indeed IDEA 97, as this law emphasizes the importance of inclusive education and mandates the involvement of general education teachers in the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities. IDEA, which stands for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, ensures that students with disabilities have access to a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment. Under IDEA, the law specifically outlines that general education teachers must be part of the IEP team, recognizing their critical role in the educational process and the need for collaboration between special and general education to meet the individual needs of students. This inclusion fosters a more supportive and effective learning environment for students with disabilities. The other options relate to different aspects of educational law but do not explicitly focus on the inclusion of general education teachers in the IEP process or the broader framework of inclusive education as defined by IDEA.