In the Week 1 Learning Activity, Inclusive Special Education, you had the opportunity to examine what special education looks like in different countries. While we must abide by the laws and legislation of the country in which we live, we must be aware of what things look like globally so that we can draw on other ideas to help inform our practice. In this forum draw on the information you learned in the Inclusive Special Education learning activity, along with your weekly readings, to solidify your knowledge of current practices in special education.

To prepare,

• Read Chapter 1: What Is Special Education?
• Watch The History of Special EducationLinks to an external site..
• Watch Special Education LawLinks to an external site..
• Review the Writing Open-Ended QuestionsLinks to an external site. resource.

In your initial post,

• Compare and contrast special education legislation in the United States with countries around the world. Highlight at least two similarities and one difference.
• Discuss one thing you found surprising about special education laws around the world.
• Propose an open-ended question about historical influences on current special education and inclusion practices for your peers to answer.