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UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones
Adequate yearly progress; Articulation (Education); Educational accountability; Educational equalization; Elementary schools; Limited English-proficient students; Minority students; No Child Left Behind Act of 2001; Professional development school; Special education; Special populations; Students with disabilities
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Exploring The Factors That Influence Adequate Yearly Progress Within Elementary School Settings, Shannon Marie Hennrich
Exploring The Factors That Influence Adequate Yearly Progress Within Elementary School Settings, Shannon Marie Hennrich
UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones
In the recent past, standards and access to resources for accountability and equity have been implemented nationally in schools. For example, the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act of 2001, was a federal mandate designed to raise the academic expectations and accountability of all learners. In addition, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) of 2004 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 were created to protect the rights of all individuals with disabilities in programs that receive federal funds and ensure equal access to knowledge. Additionally, English language learners (ELL) must be included in the general …