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This is a question often asked; for more information, read the article, "When Faculty are TOO Accommodating!" by Dr. Jane Jarrow, President of Disability Access Information and Support. The article may be found at the Catholic University of America's Disability Support Services website: "http://dss.cua.edu/Providing Equal Access in the Classroom/whenfacultyaretooaccommodating.cfm".
The ADA does not exempt students with disabilities from disciplinary action for disruptive behavior, even if the behavior is due to a disability. The University must apply the same disciplinary actions to students with disabilities as those applied to non-disabled students as listed in the Student Code of Conduct.
Simply suggest that the student schedule an appointment with OSWD to discuss further the challenges the student is currently facing. OSWD will identify next steps in the eligibility process. This may entail referring the student for assessment or in contacting medical or diagnostic personnel on behalf of the student.
Providing accommodations to a student with a disability does not guarantee academic success in the course. Students with disabilities must be given the same rights as any other students to fail as part of their educational experience.
Yes, OSWD respectfully requests that you select a book as soon as possible so print alternative material for students with disability can be prepared in a timely manner. At least three months prior to the start of the semester is recommended.
Students with disabilities must attend classes in order to receive assistance from Note Taking Services. Their accommodation does not excuse their absences.
No, academic accommodations actually allow students with disabilities the same opportunities to study as their peers. Students with disabilities are expected to meet all course requirements.
OSWD has systematic and secure procedures for getting exams from faculty and returning them once the student has taken the exam, so that no one is able to take an accommodated exam without authorization. Students are proctored while taking exams.
The student must retrieve course notes by coming to the OSWD and collecting them from his or her personal folder, labeled with Student Identification number. Notes typically are placed in the folder within 24 hours after the end of the class. If there is any dissatisfaction with the quality of service, professionalism, and competence of the Note Taker, or an absence of notes in the folder, the student should contact the Note Taking Services Coordinator.
We encourage students and faculty to meet at the beginning of the semester. The purpose of this meeting is to allow the student to make the faculty aware of disabilities and accommodations that may be approved. It also allows the professor to have questions answered by the student.
If the student either hands you the letter or leaves it for you, then we suggest that you reach out to the student and suggest a time for the two of you to meet. Creating an opportunity for both of you to discuss the situation, ask questions, and solve problems will be a benefit in the end.
No. Faculty are not required to provide reasonable accommodations until OSWD has presented a Faculty Accommodations Letter.
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