Understanding Accommodations and Modifications

What is the definition of an accommodation in the classroom?

• A change in what a student is expected to learn

• A change in how a student accesses information or demonstrates learning

• A change in the curriculum content

• A change in the grading scale

What is the definition of a modification in the classroom?

• A change in the way a student is tested

• A change in the curriculum content or learning expectations

• A change in classroom seating

• A change in the time allowed for assignments

Which of the following is an example of an accommodation?

• Assigning an alternate project with different expectations

• Allowing extra time on assignments

• Assigning a different book at a lower reading level

• Changing the grading criteria

Which of the following is an example of a modification?

• Providing a calculator for math tests

• Giving a student a different assignment than the rest of the class

• Allowing a student to take a test in a quiet room

• Allowing oral responses instead of written ones

What is the main purpose of accommodations in the classroom?

• To change the learning expectations for a student

• To provide access to the same curriculum as peers

• To lower the academic standards

• To reduce the amount of work required

What is the main purpose of modifications in the classroom?

• To help students complete the same assignments as their peers

• To alter the learning expectations to better fit the student’s needs

• To provide additional resources

• To give more time for assignments

Which of the following best describes an accommodation?

• Changing the content of the curriculum

• Changing the way a student learns or demonstrates knowledge

• Lowering the grade level of assignments

• Assigning fewer tasks

Which of the following best describes a modification?

• Providing a scribe for written assignments

• Allowing breaks during class

• Changing the learning objectives for a student

• Using assistive technology

A student is allowed to use a word processor for written assignments. Is this an accommodation or a modification?

• Accommodation

• Modification

• Both

• Neither

A student is given a math test with fewer and simpler problems than the rest of the class. Is this an accommodation or a modification?

• Accommodation

• Modification

• Both

• Neither