History of Special Education Timeline

(1800s to Present)

Explore the history of special education with this timeline, including key milestones and developments. More Less

Early Developments

Apr 8, 1829

Aug 21, 1876

Jun 30, 1878

Oct 27, 1922

Sep 23, 1951

Apr 12, 1953

Feb 13, 1963

Feb 11, 1965

Jul 20, 1968

Jun 15, 1974

Jan 1, 1979

Landmark Court Decisions

May 17, 1954

Jun 20, 1972

Jun 22, 1999

Legislation and Policy Changes

Sep 26, 1973

Nov 29, 1975

Oct 1, 1977

Jul 26, 1990

Oct 30, 1990

Jan 8, 2002

May 3, 2008

Inclusion and Modern Practices

Jan 1, 1975

Nov 20, 1998

Mar 19, 2004

Key Facts

  1. The first school for the deaf is established in the United States in 1817.
  2. In 1848, the first school for the blind is opened in the United States.
  3. The eugenics movement in the early 20th century leads to forced sterilization of individuals with disabilities.
  4. The Education for All Handicapped Children Act is passed in 1975, guaranteeing free and appropriate public education for children with disabilities.
  5. In 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act is signed into law, prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life.

Source

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