A literature review and critical analysis of school psychologists' knowledge and attitudes towards Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to review and critically examine the literature on school psychologists' knowledge and attitudes toward Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chapter one of this paper will serve as an introduction to the literature review and purposed study. Chapter two will trace the history of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and how it came to pertain to schools. Then, the history specific to Section 504 will be addressed. How Section 504 applies to schools, the definition of Section 504, how Section 504 is implemented in the schools, and how it is enforced will also be incorporated. Next, research on Section 504 will be summarized. Following the research review, Section 504 will be linked to school psychology. Finally, a critical analysis of the literature will be performed. Chapter three will address the proposed research study, research questions, and methodology.