Understanding Accommodations in Education

What is the main purpose of providing accommodations in U.S. schools?

• To modify the curriculum content

• To provide alternative activities for students

• To help students with disabilities access the same learning opportunities as their peers

• To ensure all students receive the same tests and assignments

An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is designed for students who:

• Need accommodations only

• Have a recognized disability and require specialized instruction

• Need additional time for tests

• Struggle with homework assignments

A 504 Plan mainly provides:

• Specialized instruction and modified curriculum

• Accommodations to ensure access to education

• Separate classrooms for students with disabilities

• Advanced learning programs for gifted students

Which of the following best describes an IEP?

• A plan focused solely on testing accommodations

• A detailed program with individualized goals and services for a student with disabilities

• A general classroom policy for all students

• A document listing school rules

Under which law are schools required to identify students who need an IEP?

• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

• Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

• Civil Rights Act

• Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

Which of these students would likely qualify for a 504 Plan instead of an IEP?

• A student needing special education due to a specific learning disability

• A student with temporary difficulty in walking after an injury

• A student requiring a modified curriculum due to intellectual disabilities

• A student in an advanced gifted program

How often are IEPs reviewed to assess the student’s progress and needs?

• Every month

• Annually, with a full reevaluation every three years

• Every five years

• Only when requested by parents

Who is typically responsible for implementing accommodations in the classroom?

• Parents of the student

• Teachers and support staff

• School principal only

• The student alone

To qualify for an IEP under IDEA, a student must have a disability that falls into one of 13 categories. Which of the following is NOT one of these categories?

• Autism

• Specific Learning Disability

• Gifted and Talented

• Speech or Language Impairment