The legal protections and entitlements granted to individuals regarding their access to education, quality of schooling, opportunities for learning, and freedom from discrimination or inequality in educational settings.
Related terms
Title IX: A federal law passed in 1972 that prohibits sex-based discrimination in any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA): A federal law enacted in 1975 guaranteeing special education services and accommodations for students with disabilities.
Equal Educational Opportunities Act (EEOA): A federal law passed in 1974 aiming to ensure that English language learners have equal access to quality education by prohibiting discriminatory practices based on language abilities.