Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and the Nature of American Politics : A Handbook on Public Policy

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and the Nature of American Politics provides an encapsulated history of the events which led to the original federal mandate and the subsequent reauthorizations. The struggle over the federal role in education and the controversy over the guarantee of a free and appropriate education is explored in detail. This handbook also serves as a report on the negotiations that took place during the 104th and 105th Congresses, leading to the passage of Public Law 105-107, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act amendments of 1996-1997. In addition, the events and change in the cultural climate during the 106th Congress and its impact on IDEA, is discussed. Furthermore, the likely impact of the 108th Congress and the policies of the George W. Bush administration on the delivery of services are also evaluated. Dr. Sal Pizzuro holds a doctorate in Special Education from Columbia University (Teachers College) and received post-doctoral training in Infant and Toddler Assessment and Assistive Technology at the University of Illinois and the University of Kentucky, respectively. During his career, he has chaired more than ten Congressional press conferences for members of the House and Senate from both major political parties. In addition, he served as a consultant to members of the Congress on the last four reauthorizations of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. A public policy specialist, psychometrician, educator and author, Dr. Pizzuro resides in Bergen County, New Jersey.Pizzuro, Sal is the author of 'Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and the Nature of American Politics : A Handbook on Public Policy', published 2001 under ISBN 9780970929617 and ISBN 0970929617.