In the past, those who were disabled were often not eligible for public education. Children with disabilities were repeatedly denied an education by physicians or special tutors. These early physicians (people like Itard, Seguin, Howe, Gallaudet) set the foundation for special education today. They focused on individualized instruction and functional skills. In its early years, special education was only provided to people with severe disabilities, but more recently it has been opened to anyone who has experienced difficulty learning. COUNT 4
QSN1 What was a rule for disabled people in the past for education? ANS1 not eligible for public education QSN2 Who denied children with disabilities to be unable to attend a public school? ANS2 physicians or special tutors QSN3 Who were some of these early physicians? ANS3 Itard, Seguin, Howe, Gallaudet QSN4 What would Special Education usually only apply to in the early years of schooling in the U.S? ANS4 people with severe disabilities