Lesson Plan: The A.D.A. and Its Economic Impact
Grades 9-12
The Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) represents the culmination of years of work by disability rights activists. The law required changes to public buildings, private buildings, transportation, education and telecommunications, but did not provide funding to help meet those mandates. Students will analyze quotes reflecting support for and opposition to the legislation, evaluate how it increased economic opportunities for Americans with disabilities, and make connections between major economic concepts and the A.D.A.
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