Clark Family Library: EDU 221: School Law (Abdellatif): Find Reliable Websites

Why use websites?

Websites are great resources because:

They can contain a wide variety of information on all sorts of topics and in many formats.
They are helpful for current events, reports, data, etc.
Scholars are increasingly using personal websites, blogs, Open Access databases, and sharing collaborative projects openly online.
You'll have access to these resources after you graduate!

Reliable Websites

Below is a list of websites to get you started. Keep in mind it is not a definitive list, so use your Google search tips to find additional credible websites.

American Montessori Society
Site provides information on the history, philosophy, and practice of Montessori education as well as resources on member schools, parental and public involvement, and teacher education programs.
EducationNews.org
Articles and news about education at all levels, including online schools.
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
U.S. Department of Education’s Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) website that brings together IDEA information and resources from the Department and their grantees.
MERLOT - Multimedia Educational Resource for Learning and Online Teaching
Find peer reviewed online teaching and learning materials. Share advice and expertise about education with expert colleagues. Be recognized for your contributions to quality education.
Pennsylvania Department of Education
The mission of the department is to academically prepare children and adults to succeed as productive citizens. The website offers data and statistics, codes and regulations and a directory of educational institutions.
US Department of Education
The US Department of Education's mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access.