Understanding School and Workplace Accommodations

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What is the definition of an accommodation in education and the workplace?

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Reasonable changes at school & on the job to support individuals with disabilities

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Which of the following is a type of school accommodation? Allowing extra time on tests, Offering free lunch, Providing a wheelchair ramp, Reducing the number of assignments

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Allowing extra time on tests

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Identify an example of a workplace accommodation.

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Offering a flexible work schedule

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What law gives individuals with disabilities the right to accommodations?

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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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Which of these is a step in the process for requesting accommodations at work?
Options:
Submitting a formal complaint to HR,
Providing documentation of the disability,
Informally discussing needs with a colleague,
Demanding immediate changes without notice

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Providing documentation of the disability

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What is the primary purpose of educational accommodations?

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To provide equal access to learning opportunities

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Which of the following is NOT a type of educational accommodation?
Preferential seating, Use of a calculator during math tests, Providing a personal tutor, Allowing breaks during exams

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Providing a personal tutor

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What is a common workplace accommodation for employees with visual impairments? Options: Providing a standing desk, Offering large print materials, Allowing remote work, Giving additional vacation days

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Offering large print materials

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Which law requires schools to provide accommodations for students with disabilities?

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The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

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What is the first step an employee should take when requesting accommodations at work?

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Discuss the need with their supervisor or HR