Accommodated Exams

Extra time on exams provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and abilities taking into account their learning barriers due to disability or medical condition. This accommodation fosters a supportive learning environment, reduces stress and anxiety, and allows students to fully showcase their understanding of the material, ultimately promoting academic success.

Distraction-reduced space during exams offers students a conducive environment for concentration, minimizing external stimuli that may impede their focus or exacerbate sensory sensitivities. This accommodation promotes equal access to assessments, allowing students to perform to the best of their abilities without the challenges posed by environmental distractions, thereby enhancing their exam performance.

A private room during exams provides students with a quiet and controlled environment, minimizing distractions and accommodating sensory sensitivities or concentration difficulties.

A private room also accommodates individualized arrangements, such as use of speech to text software or use of a distracting fidget.

Text-to-speech (TTS) is the ability of your computer to play back written text as spoken words.

Speech to text enables users to dictate text which allows for students to speak their thoughts and answers versus having to type them. This is especially useful for those with physical challenges, a writing disability or a preference for auditory learning.

A reference sheet during exams serves as a valuable tool to help students focus on relevant material during study and organize key information that may be challenging to recall under stress, particularly for students with memory barriers. This accommodation offers essential support by providing key concepts or information, enabling students to apply their knowledge and problem-solving skills effectively, ultimately promoting equitable access to assessments and enhancing their ability to demonstrate their understanding.

Must be approved and provided to testing services by the instructor

Requirements for Reference Sheet

A formula sheet during exams can serve as a helpful aid, providing students with essential formulas and information that may otherwise be challenging to recall due to memory-related disabilities or processing difficulties. This accommodation enables students to focus on problem-solving and application rather than struggling to recall specific formulas, thereby enhancing their ability to demonstrate their understanding and skills effectively.

Must be approved and provided to testing services by the instructor

Requirements for Formula Sheets

Using a personal laptop during exams offers several benefits, including providing students with a familiar and accessible tool for completing assessments, accommodating specific software or accessibility features necessary for their needs, such as speech-to-text or magnifying applications. This accommodation promotes equitable access to exams, allowing students to work efficiently and independently, thereby enhancing their ability to demonstrate their knowledge and skills accurately.

Providing a paper copy of an exam can help students be able to underline, circle or highlight important topics on a test or also be able to work out problems in writing. This means that if it is a computer test a paper copy will also be provided. 

Movement breaks in the classroom offer several benefits, including helping students with disabilities regulate their energy levels and improve focus, attention, and cognitive function. These breaks also promote physical well-being, reduce stress, and create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment, ultimately enhancing students' overall engagement.