Examines legal issues that govern decisions of educators. The course focuses on understanding CA and federal codes, case law, policies, and significant precedent and will emphasize analysis of key legal concepts and application of law to major areas including finance, personnel, risk management, curriculum, student services, teacher rights, torts, students¿ rights, and access. Students examine trends in law and the initiation of educational law to positively influence educational institutions.
This course does not fulfill any general university requirements.
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