Evaluate the importance of PL 99-457. What will be an ideal ...

[theo]

Evaluate the importance of PL 99-457.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Why is it important to include cultural identity milestones in the Word Pictures?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

[firehawk60]

Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:
PL 99-457, the Education of the Handicapped Amendments Act of 1986, has had a profound effect on early childhood educators. Sections of this law provide funding for children who were not included in the previous law, particularly infants, toddlers, and 3- to 5-year-olds. Parents of children with special needs became part of the process through the childs Individualized Education Plan, and their role has been strengthened in other areas. This law also allows for the inclusion of developmentally delayed youngsters and children at risk. The vague definition leaves more of the determination for services up to local agencies.

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER:
They make the connection between developmental stages and the awareness of ones own culture; they can enhance a childs sensitivity and attitude toward differences.

[theo]

Great answer, keep it coming

[olderstudent]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it