Problem
Examine the history of special education and the inclusion of children within early childhood and school-based programs. (NAEYC Standards: 1a, 1b, 1c, 2c, 4a, 4d) Explore basic federal laws that impact educational programs for children with special needs. (NAEYC Standards: 6 b, 6c, 6d) Identify the basic tenets of inclusion, including beliefs and concerns about inclusion and its history and benefits.