Dziorny, M. (2006) Accommodating Learning Disabilities in Online Classes. Preconference Workshop for Innovations in Online Learning, Austin, TX
Though much has been written about accommodating physical disabilities in online courses, instructors are often left struggling to accommodate learning disabilities (LD), especially in online courses. Accommodations typically include extended time on tests or modified tests. They can also include modified assignments. Many instructors are unaware of how to efficiently make these accommodations, especially when teaching in a Course Management System. Course Management Systems, like BlackBoard and WebCT, have several features that can be used to ensure that LD students’ accommodations are met with minimal effort on the part of the instructor and/or course designer. This workshop will present common accommodations requested by students with LD along with practical suggestions for how to adjust courses to meet them. Features such as selective release and group management will be discussed and demonstrated. Participants will be encouraged to brainstorm and discuss other potential solutions to accommodation LD in their online classes.
This workshop will present common accommodations requested by students with LD along with practical suggestions for how to adjust courses to meet them. Features such as selective release and group management will be discussed and demonstrated. Participants will be encouraged to brainstorm and discuss other potential solutions to accommodation LD in their online classes.
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