Why should students with disabilities get accommodations?

Accommodations are intended to lessen the effects of a student’s disability; they are not intended to reduce learning expectations. Changing, lowering or reducing learning expectations is usually referred to as a modification or alteration.

Should people with disabilities go to college?

You can go to college. In fact, more students with disabilities are attending college today than ever before. Every college has services for disabled students and will work with you to make your experience as stress-free and successful as possible. Work closely with your high school counselor to plan for college.

What are disability accommodations in higher education?

An accommodation is a legally mandated modification or service that gives a student with a disability an equal opportunity to benefit from the educational process. It may be useful to think of accommodations as adjustments to how things are normally done.

Does having a physical disability help you get into college?

The colleges cannot deny you admission just because you have a disability. On the other hand, colleges will not admit you just because you have a disability. To apply for admission into a college or university means that you must start planning when you begin high school.

How do you accommodate students with physical disabilities in the classroom?

Possible accommodations include:

1. Relocating a class or lab to an accessible building/space.
2. Audio recorder or notetaking assistance.
3. Accessible seating or table in the classroom.
4. Scribe for Scantrons and/or essay exams.
5. Additional time for completing exams.

How can students help with disabilities in higher education?

Accommodating Students with Learning Disabilities

1. Modifying Individual Course Instruction.
2. Alternative Forms of Coursework and Testing Material.
3. Adaptive/Assistive Software and Technology.
4. Different Types of On-Campus Support Centers.
5. Classroom Accommodations.
6. Additional Time for Coursework, Testing and Assignments.

What are some examples of reasonable accommodations?

Examples of reasonable accommodations include making existing facilities accessible; job restructuring; part-time or modified work schedules; acquiring or modifying equipment; changing tests, training materials, or policies; providing qualified readers or interpreters; and reassignment to a vacant position.

Do colleges discriminate based on disability?

Under federal and state law, schools cannot discriminate against qualified students and applicants with disabilities. Generally, schools are required to ensure that all of their programs, services, activities, and facilities are accessible to persons with disabilities.

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