9 Modifications/Accomodations
Size
Adapt the number of items
the learner is expected to
learn or complete. Chunk
things until learned. Adapt
the amount of information
given at any one time.
Output
Adapt HOW the learner can
respond to the instruction.
Ex: Use a project to
evaluate/let them express
instead of just a paper and
pencil quiz.
Degree of Participation
Designed for a student with
a severe disability. Adapt
the extent to which a
learner is actively involved
in the task. Adapt the level
of participation expected
during a task.
Difficulty
Adapt the skill level/problem
type/rules on how the student
approaches assignments.
Simplify directions, give cues,
use computers or calculators.
Level of Support
Increase how much help a
certain learner gets. Give
instruction in a way that can
become independently
supported as needed. Assign
peer buddies, teaching
assistants, and tutors.
Alternate Goals
Designed for a student with a
severe disability. Adapt the
goals, objectives or outcome
expectations while using the
same materials as the rest of
the class.
Input
Adapt the way instruction is
delivered to students. Use
audio/visual aids, semantic
mapping, examples, hands on
activities, use cooperative
groups.
Time
Adapt time used for learning,
task completion, or texting.
Give student a longer time to
grasp concepts. Individualize
the pace of learning for the
needs of students.
Substitute Curriculum
Designed for a student with a
severe disability. Provide
different instruction and
materials to meet a learners
individual goals. This decision is
made by the ARD and should
be planned by a committee.