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Examples of Academic Adjustments, Modifications, Auxiliary Aids and Services

Posted in Effective College Planning by admin on the December 20th, 2010
Academic Modifications Auxiliary Aids Services
  • Extension of time to complete graduation requirements
  • removal of architectural barriers
  • Adaptive equipment
  • Recording classes, notes
  • Course substitutions of non-essential program requirements
  • moving a class to an accessible location
  • Alternative format for print material, note takers, interpreters, scribes
  • Voice input software for assignments
  • Alternative testing locations
  • Alternative format for tests or assignments
  • Calculators, spell checkers, dictionaries, etc.
  • test proctoring
  • Priority registration
  • Alternative format for instruction i.e. small group or individualized instruction
  • FM amplification units
  • mobility training
  • Recording of classes
  • alternative format for print materials e.g. tactile, audio, Braille, large print, e-text formats for tests and handouts
  • specialized computer hardware or software
  • training on specialized equipment
  • use calculators, spell checkers,
  • systems advocacy
  • self-advocacy
  • faculty, staff in-service

Examples of Academic Accommodations Often Used By Students With Specific Disabilities

Disability Accommodations
    Low Vision
    Large print lab handouts, lab signs, and equipment labels
    TV monitor connected to microscope to enlarge images
    Class assignments made available in electronic format
    Computer equipped to enlarge screen character and images
    Voice output on computer
    Blindness
    Audio-taped or Braille lecture notes, handouts and texts
    Raised line drawings and tactile models of graphic materials
    Braille lab signs and equipment labels
    Adaptive lab equipment, e.g., talking thermometers, calculators, light probes and tactile timers
    Class assignments made available in electronic format
    Computer with optical character reader, voice output, Braille screen display and printer output
    Single room in dorm to accommodate extra equipment
    Hearing Impairment
    Interpreter; FM amplification system;
    Note taker
    Faculty faces student when speaking or using visual aids.
    Real time captioning of course lectures
    Captioned videos
    Learning Disability
    Notetaker and/or audio-recorded class sessions
    Extra exam time
    alternative testing arrangements
    Visual, aural and/or tactile demonstrations incorporated into instruction
    Computer with voice output, spell checker and grammar checker
    Mobility Impariment
    Notetaker/Attendant to assist with lab work, group or lab assignments
    Classrooms, labs, field trips and field placements in accessible locations
    Adjustable tables, computer stations and lab equipment located within reach
    Class assignments in electronic format
    Computer equipped with special input devices such as voice input, Morse code, alternative keyboard
    Health Impairments
    Notetakers
    Flexible attendance requirements and extra exam time
    Assignments made available in electronic format; use of e-mail to facilitate communication
    ADD; ADHD, AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDERS
    Structured instructional environment
    Study groups or tutor
    Lab partner
    Reduced course load
    Extra time for tests
    Mental Health
    Determined on a case by case basis.

Important Note: no services can be granted to a student who does not identify him/herself to the Student Disability Services office on campus or who does not provide adequate documentation of a disability.

If a student will need accommodations, it is crucial for him or her to meet with the Disability Services Staff as early as possible. This will help with planning for appropriate services, accommodations or auxiliary aids. All students who self-identify must provide adequate documentation of disability before accommodations can be provided.