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And “What it is an MOA?”
How can they help me?
Dr. Estela Landeros DugourdDirector of Disability Support Services
Office of Disability Support Office of Disability Support ServicesServices
Hidden Disabilities
ADHD/ADD Learning Disabilities Developmental Reading
Disorders Developmental Delays Dyslexia Autism Spectrum Disorders Traumatic Brain
Injury/Closed Head Injury Medical Concerns Psychological or Psychiatric
Disorders
How do we serve these students?“Standard” Practices “Best” Practices
Eligibility Broader eligibility options
Accommodations Improved or inventive use of technology
Accessibility Integration of IDL principles
Awareness Online tools
Resources Volunteer programs
Accommodations
Will not alter the fundamentals of the class
Are not provided by the instructor without an MOA
Will be reasonable
Will not place an “undue burden” on the institution
Student’s Responsibilities:Classroom Accommodations
Give the professor the MOA as soon as possible
Make sure you have a valid MOA
Coordinate logistics of approved accommodations with professor (if needed)
Professor’s Responsibility:Syllabus
Special Needs and Accommodations
At NOVA we are committed to giving every student the support and services they need to pursue their college education and take advantage of all available opportunities. If you believe that you may have a disability and need academic accommodations, please see the Disability Services Web Page at http://www.nvcc.edu/current-students/disability-services/index.html
No qualified student with a documented disability shall be denied access to or participation in the services, programs and activities at NOVA.
Professor’s Responsibilities:Questions about an accommodation
Address with the Disabilities Counselor, NOT the student
If you are emailed about a student regarding disabilities, please respond in writing