Students enter face-to-face and online learning environments with different learning needs, including learning differences that are short or long-term. These differences impact the ways students communicate, interact with their peers, and learn new academic content. In order for students to succeed, some students need additional accommodations or modifications to thrive. Specific and individualized accommodations and modifications are described through Individual Educational Programs (IEPs), Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), or 504 Plans. Even though the terms accommodations and modifications are often used interchangeably, they are unique, and it is important to be able to distinguish them. Ensuring that students are provided identified accommodations and modifications supports equitable learning opportunities.
What are accommodations and modifications for special populations?
What experiences do I have working with special populations in online environments?
What are my roles and responsibilities when it comes to accommodations and modifications for special populations in online environments?