Legally Blind Justice Podcast

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This conversation provides an in-depth overview of Extended School Year (ESY) services, emphasizing their importance for students with disabilities. The discussion covers the definition of ESY, its individualized nature, eligibility criteria, goals, service delivery models, and the curriculum structure. The speakers highlight the benefits of ESY, including preventing regression, maintaining skills, and providing consistency...

Keywords: special education, disability rights, IDEA, Section 504, advocacy, school discipline, legal protections, manifestation determination reviews, educational law, parent rights

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This conversation delves into the complexities of special education advocacy, focusing on the legal frameworks that protect students with disabilities, the differences between IDEA and Section 504, and the importance of proper disciplinary proc...

Legally Blind Justice Podcast: Understanding Functional Behavior and Discipline

Join host Tim Markley and the special education advocacy team at K Altman Law as they explore the critical role of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) in supporting students and promoting positive behavioral change. Featuring special guest Michelle Guffey from New Horizons Educational Group, this rebroadcast of ...

Advocating for Gifted Students: Legal Rights, Education, and Support

Welcome to another episode of Legally Blind Justice! Today, we’re tackling an important and often overlooked topic—advocating for gifted students and ensuring they receive the education and support they deserve.

Gifted education is more than just advanced coursework—it intersects with special education, legal protections, and the need for proper accommodations. Jo...

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In this episode of the Legally Blind Justice Podcast, host Tim Markley discusses the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and its implications for academic integrity. AI-powered tools, such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and other natural language processing models, are becoming widely used by K-12 and higher education students for tasks such as essay drafting, summarizing r...

Episode Description: Welcome to Legally Blind Justice, the podcast where we dive deep into legal issues impacting education. In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of Title IX with Keith Altman, founder of K. Altman Law and a seasoned litigator in education law. Join us as Keith discusses the foundations of Title IX, the challenges schools face in compliance, and the critical legal safeguards for those involved in these...

Welcome to Legally Blind Justice, the podcast where we confront the toughest challenges facing students in their academic journey. Hosted by Tim Markley, Senior Director for Student Defense at K. Altman Law, this show provides essential insights and practical advice for navigating accusations of academic misconduct.

In today’s episode, we discuss academic mis...

Navigating University Disciplinary Hearings

Keywords: university disciplinary hearings, student rights, due process, academic misconduct, Title IX, appeal process, legal advice, student defense

Summary: In this episode of the Legally Blind Justice Podcast, Dr. Tim Markley discusses the complexities of university disciplinary hearings, including preparation, understanding the conduct board, ensuring fairness and due process, and t...

This episode of the Legally Blind Justice Podcast explores the evolution of student rights through landmark legal cases. Host Dr. Tim Markley discusses significant rulings that have shaped due process, Title IX, and the protections afforded to students in educational settings. The conversation highlights key cases from the 1960s to 2019, illustrating the ongoing development of legal standards that protect students from discriminati...

In this episode, the Legally Blind Justice Podcast explores the topic of academic integrity in the digital age. The rise of online learning and the accessibility of digital resources have presented new challenges in maintaining academic standards. The conversation covers various forms of academic misconduct, including plagiarism and contract cheating. It also discusses the use of technology and polic...

This podcast episode discusses various issues college students may face when returning to school. Topics include changes in living conditions, adjusting to school rules and regulations, obtaining accommodations for disabilities, managing social media presence, maintaining academic integrity, and navigating Title IX issues. The conversation emphasizes the importance of seeking legal advice when dealin...

This episode is a replay of the K Altman Law webinar that discusses the manifestation determination review (MDR) process in special education. Hear from our Expert Special Education Team as they discuss this important issue. The MDR is a meeting held when a student with a disability is suspended for 10 or more days. The team answers two questions: whether the behavior is related to the disability and...

Join us as we delve into the intricacies of the Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) process, a critical component in the world of special education. Keith Altman of K. Altman Law provides an insightful introduction to MDR, explaining its importance for students with IEPs or 504 plans who face disciplinary actions. Following Keith's overview, we sit down with Ashley Bennett, Director of Special E...

Welcome to the Legally Blind Justice podcast with Tim Markley from K Altman Law! This episode delves into a pressing issue in our AI-driven world: "Why AI Detectors Are Problematic and What To Do Instead."

Artificial Intelligence is becoming ubiquitous, influencing everything from our communication and shopping habits to our work and entertainment. As AI advances, it increasingly handles writing tasks, posing unique challenges for ...

Welcome to the Legally Blind Justice Podcast with your host, Tim Markley. In this episode, we dive deep into the recent regulatory overhaul of Title IX by the Biden administration. Title IX, a pivotal legislation aimed at combating sex discrimination in education, has undergone significant revisions, sparking crucial conversations about rights, due process, and inclusivity.

This episode unpacks the key changes introduced by the 202...