Special Education: Accommodations vs. Modifications

Modifications change the expectation of learning.

Student is provided more time to complete a task, or turn in an assignment.

Readability is reduced on assigned text or supplemental materials yet all concepts are covered

Content of a student's test is adjusted to account for only 3 of 7 concepts covered.

Student is given the use of calculator and electronic speller to support the learning process.

________________are changes in how a student is accessing content and materials.

Student is provided an alternate form of assessment but content is the same

_________________are changes to what students are taught and tested.

Changes in how a student is accessing content and materials is a/an

______________are practices and procedures that change the nature of the task or target skill.

An accommodation does not fundamentally alter or lower the standard or expectations.

Student is working on grade level materials but # of curriculum standards has been reduced.

Implements accs/mods of appropriate assignments and assessments per the student's IEP.

Student is given note-taking assistance through graphic organizers and note outlines.

While IEP goals align with grade level standards, a student needs below grade level assignments

The format of the student's tests is altered to respond by using visual strategies

All printed materials are read to the student.