Academic Accommodations are put in place to eliminate, reduce, or mitigate barriers faced by students with disabilities in the educational setting. These supports are intended to promote access for students with disabilities without compromising the integrity of the learning environment. Academic accommodations are determined based upon medical documentation and in consultation with the student.
Examples of Academic Accommodations
The following list is a sample of available academic accommodations:
Assignments:
- Alternate format/assignment
Classroom:
- Interpreter
- Notetaker
- Preferential seating
- Use of assistive technology
- TypeWell transcription
Exams:
- Extra-time
- Separate setting
- Use of a computer
- Use of assistive technology
- Reader
- Scribe
Studying:
- Alternate format for course materials/text books (e.g. e-text)