Programs that are as close as possible to settings designed for children without disabilities, while remaining appropriate for their unique needs, are referred to as ______.

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The term "least restrictive environment" (LRE) refers to the IDEA mandate that students with disabilities should be educated to the maximum extent appropriate with children who are not disabled, and that special classes, separate schooling, or other removal of children with disabilities from the regular educational environment occurs only when the nature or severity of the disability is such that education in regular classes with the use of supplementary aids and services cannot be achieved satisfactorily.

Programs That Are as Close as Possible to Settings Designed