What are some of the significant trends and issues facing Special Education today. Look at this from both a national and local level?

Identify three prominent current trends and issues in special education

• These do not have to be negative. You are allowed to explore both the highs and lows of topics that are trending.
• It is acceptable for you to discuss one (1) topic from the discussion board, but you may not include all that have previously been discussed. As well, you are expected to bring new information to this assignment.
• This is NOT meant to be an opinion presentation. You must support your work with research.
• Discuss the implications for the issues that you selected. This means what are the long and short term impact that these issues will have on students with special needs. This section will require you to think critically and deeply about your own students.
• Discuss the attention to(or lack thereof) special needs students from diverse racial,ethnic,and linguistic backgrounds
• Offer realistic and tangible suggestions on the way in which you can be an advocate within your school and in the community.