Both an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) and a Section 504 can make certain accommodations and modifications in the classroom to help students with autism succeed. These accommodations and modifications are based on the individual needs of the student.
What are Accommodations?
An accommodation changes a procedure in the classroom but does result in a change in what is measured. Examples of accommodations are;
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Modifications are changes in the classroom to help a child with disabilities in the classroom. Examples of modifications include: reducing... Read more »
Both in education and in the workplace, the terms modifications and accommodations are used to describe changes made to help someone with a... Read more »
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For some, requesting accommodations help by giving extra assistance when needed. Not all adults with ADHD are comfortable asking for help. Adults,... Read more »
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Change your attitude Before setting any plan into action, take some time to review how you typically react to your child. You are going to take 1-2 weeks changing your view of your child and the situation at home. This time will be well spent...
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