Department of Education

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Critically analyze the role of the Department of Education in the U.S. How does it impact special education?

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The Department of Education provides funding and guidelines for special education programs.

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The Department of Education only became a Cabinet-level agency in what year?

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1979

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State and local governments must comply with which federal act to ensure students with disabilities receive appropriate education?

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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

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What is one of the primary roles of the U.S. Department of Education?

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To establish federal education policies

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What is the primary purpose of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?

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To provide free and appropriate public education to students with disabilities

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How does the Department of Education support low-income students?

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By offering grants and financial aid for higher education

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What is the impact of federal funding on public education in the U.S.?

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It provides additional support for low-income and special needs students.

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Which of the following is a challenge faced by the Department of Education? Hiring teachers for all public schools, Managing private school curricula, Balancing federal oversight with state autonomy, Providing healthcare services to students

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Balancing federal oversight with state autonomy

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Which president signed the Department of Education into law?

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Jimmy Carter

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Under which president was the first federal education department created but only lasted for one year?

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Andrew Johnson