Accommodations
The definition of an accommodation states that it is a change that helps a student ____ or work around their disability
overcome
Reference: Module 4
The definition of a modification states that it is a change in what is being taught to or _____ from the student.
expected
Reference: Module 4
An IEP is written plan describing the special education program and/or services required by a particular student, including a record of the particular ______ needed to help the student achieve his or her learning expectations.
What outlines the knowledge and skills students need for success in any pathway they choose?
The Ontario Curriculum.
Reference: https://www.dcp.edu.gov.on.ca/en/curriculum-review/what-is
A student receiving a modified program may also receive accommodations.
What is the name of the assessment from which specific accommodations are permitted?
EQAO.
Reference: https://www.teachspeced.ca/iep?q=node/681
Where are modifications documented?
What does the abbreviation (AC) mean on an IEP?
Who delivers early years, child care and publicly funded education from kindergarten to Grade 12?
Modifications are developed on a per-subject basis, determined by student need and based on the Ontario Curriculum.
Name the three teaching strategies accommodations can be categorized into.
Modifications may include the use of expectations at a differentwhat?
_______ _______ are statements that describe the specific knowledge and skills that the student should be able to demonstrate within a specified time period during the school year.
Learning expectations. *Learning expectations should be expressed in a way that the student and parent/guardian can understand
True or False - resources for parents/guardians can only be found online.
False. In-school meetings with the teachers and other school administrators are important for developing and implementing the student's IEP.
All accommodations are aimed at providing necessary support for a student to get the highest grade they can regardless of their learning potential.
False. The supports aim to help the student access the curriculum and meet their learning potential.
Reference: https://www.teachspeced.ca/iep?q=node/681
Setting up a system for delivering accommodations (i.e. a folder where students get photocopies of notes) is referred to as what?
What does the SMART acronym stand for?
Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Reasonable and Time limited.
Reference: https://www.teachspeced.ca/iep?q=node/682
What are two reasons for developing an IEP?
1. Student identified as exceptional by IPRC
2. Student not identified by IPRC but requires special education program/services, including accommodations and/or modified/alternative learning expectations
Reference: https://files.ontario.ca/edu-appendixe-sample-iep-template-en-2022-06-28.pdf
Assuming you have reviewed Learning for All , name two documents with important information referring to policies and initiatives.
Answers may vary.
Refer to: https://files.ontario.ca/edu-learning-for-all-2013-en-2022-01-28.pdf, page 5.
The use of visuals and study guides is an example of a modification.
False. This is an instructional teaching strategy for accommodations.
Reference: https://www.teachspeced.ca/iep?q=node/681
Name five different examples of an accomodation.
Answers will vary - refer to https://www.teachspeced.ca/iep?q=node/681
Name five different strategies that can be understood as a modification.
Answers will vary. Refer to https://www.teachspeced.ca/iep?q=node/682
Name two roles of the parent/guardian when developing the IEP.
Answers may vary. Refer to https://www.ontario.ca/document/special-education-ontario-policy-and-resource-guide-kindergarten-grade-12/components-iep#section-8
Components of the IEP standards and effective practices -> 9. Parent/student Consultation
Name five people/groups that might be consulted when creating an IEP.
Answers may vary. Refer to: https://www.ontario.ca/document/special-education-ontario-policy-and-resource-guide-kindergarten-grade-12/components-iep#section-8
Components of the IEP standards and effective practices -> 10. Staff Involvement in Developing the IEP -> Establishing a Collaborative Approach for Developing and Implementing the IEP
An accommodation is an adjustment to better fit the student's specific educational needs, and a modification is a strategy required for a student to meet curriculum expectations for their grade/course.
False. It is the opposite.
Information found on https://www.teachspeced.ca/iep?q=node/682 and https://www.teachspeced.ca/iep?q=node/681