An important part of being an early childhood educator is understanding all federal and state mandates related to education. IDEA is a federal law intended to support students with disabilities....

An important part of being an early childhood educator is understanding all federal and state mandates related to education. IDEA is a federal law intended to support students with disabilities. Teachers must understand the intricacies of this law and what is covered under the law.

In 500-750 words, compose an essay describing the major components of IDEA Part C.

Include the following in your essay:

• Purpose of IDEA Part C


• Overview of the responsibilities of lead agencies


• Why this is beneficial for early childhood development


• How you will use this information in your future professional practice

Support your essay with 3-5 scholarly resources.