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3DA ORIGINAL ARTICLES
Explore our collection of articles covering important topics, from landmark court cases to technological developments in the field of developmental disabilities.


Southeastern Community College v. Davis (1979)
A summary on the Supreme Court case involving the interpretation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Sep 16, 20245 min read


Sutton v. United Airlines (1999)
A summary of the Supreme Court case involving two visually impaired applicants being turned down a job opportunity.
Sep 16, 20243 min read


Zobrest v. Catalina Foothills (1993)
An overview on the 1993 Supreme Court case involving the use of a government funded sign language interpreter in a private school.
Sep 16, 20244 min read


The Section 504 Sit-ins: H.E.W. vs Disability Rights
More on the 1977 sit-in protests following the government's initial failure to implement Section 504.
Sep 16, 20244 min read


Technology First: A Brief Overview
What Technology First means and why it matters.
Aug 20, 20241 min read


Sub-Minimum Wage and IDD
An overview on sub-minimum wage and how it effects individuals with developmental disabilities.
Jul 31, 20245 min read


Atkins v. Virginia (2002)
A summary and review on this Supreme Court case from 2002.
Jul 31, 20244 min read


Endrew F. v. County of Douglas School District (2017)
A summary on the Supreme Court case that raised the standards of IDEA.
Jul 4, 20245 min read


Assistive Technology Act of 1988
History on the Technology Act of 1988 and its significance.
Jun 17, 20244 min read


Youngberg v. Romeo (1982)
An overview on the Supreme Court case from 1982.
Jun 17, 20243 min read


O'Connor v. Donaldson (1975)
A summary of O'Connor v. Donaldson from 1975.
Jun 3, 20243 min read


Having Students Involved in Their IEP Meetings
Having students participate in their IEP meetings is important and should be valued by all parties involved.
May 26, 20242 min read


The Importance and Components of Self Advocacy: A Brief Overview
This articles goes over independence, abuse and victimization, and staffing shortages and how they all show the importance to self advocacy.
May 22, 20249 min read


Mills v. Board of Education of District of Colombia (1972)
A review and summary of Mills v. Board of Education of District of Columbia
May 19, 20243 min read








A Brief Overview of Special Education
A brief overview on the different elements of special education.
Mar 26, 20242 min read
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