Accommodations
According to Learning For All, what is an accommodation?
Special teaching and assessment strategies, human supports, and/or individualized equipment required to enable a student to learn and to demonstrate learning.
According to Learning For All, what is a modification?
Changes made to the grade-level expectations for a subject or course in order to meet a student’s learning needs.
In order for students to receive accommodations for EQAO, students must have a _____ that identifies that accommodations are required.
IEP
(Special Education in Ontario)
How does applying accommodations support a Universal Design of Learning?
It ensures that planning is flexible, supportive, adjustable, and focused on increasing access to the curriculum by all students. (Learning for All)
How can modifications make school work more challenging for a student?
Modifications can make schoolwork more challenging by increasing the number of tasks, adding more complex skills, or using higher-grade-level expectations to push the student’s learning further. (Special Education in Ontario)
Why must the actions in a student’s transition plan align with the goals, learning expectations, supports, and accommodations in their IEP?
To ensure that the student’s needs are consistently supported across all areas of their education.
(Special Education in Ontario)
What are some examples of accommodations?
adjustment of timelines on assignments and projects
seating arrangements
access to information and assistive technologies
access to various types of organizational tools (e.g., advance organizers, visual schedules).
etc.
How can educators track a student’s progress with modified learning expectations?
Educators could use a progress-tracking chart and assess goals regularly, adjusting learning expectations as needed throughout the term.
What four options are available for students to receive instruction in Ontario?
No accommodations or modifications
Accommodations only
Modified expectations (with or without accommodations)
Alternative expectations/programs (with or without accommodations) (Special Education in Ontario)
Who should a teacher consult with while developing accommodations for a student ?
The students, guardians and all of the teachers who teach the student, as well as previous teachers.
Why should learning expectations be limited to a few specific goals?
Focusing on a few key goals helps target the most important skills or knowledge areas, ensuring the student receives the support they need to achieve success.
Why do teachers talk regularly with parents or guardians regarding accommodation and modifications?
Regular communication helps parents stay informed, give input, and work together with the school to support the student’s progress.
Is providing an alternative work location an example of an instructional, environmental or assessment accommodation?
Environmental accomodation
Is there a limit to how much a student’s grade-level expectations can be modified?
No, in elementary school, there is no limit to how much a student’s grade-level expectations can be modified. However, in high school, students must work towards credit requirements, so the extent of modifications becomes more limited.
Is simplifying the language of instruction an example of an accommodation or modification?
Accommodation