What accommodations are

  • Accommodations are meant to provide equitable access to learning, whether it be in a classroom or testing situation, or when accessing course materials.
  • Accommodations are in place to reduce or to remove barriers to learning.

What accommodations are not

  • Accommodations might not be perfect, and they might not be immediate.
  • Accommodations are not an excuse for inadequate planning.
  • Accommodations do not give some people advantages over others.
  • Accommodations do not modify or change program or course requirements.

Examples of accommodations

Academic AccommodationsClassroom AccommodationsExam AccommodationsNote-taking AccommodationsTechnology Support
  • Academic strategies
  • Peer-tutoring
  • Reduced course load
  • Psych-ed referrals
  • Academic aide
  • Practicum support
  • Preferential seating
  • Fidget toy
  • Food or drink
  • Specific clothing or glasses
  • Extended time
  • Separate space
  • Screen reader
  • Question clarification
  • Dictation
  • Word processor (with or without spelling enabled)
  • Math – calculator
  • Coloured overlays
  • Examity
  • Music
  • Flexible seating
  • Captioning service
  • Audio/video recording
  • Instructor-provided notes
  • Peer notetaker
  • Alternate format textbooks
  • Recording device
  • Voice recognition software
  • Laptop/tablet

For more information on accommodations available through Accessibility Services, please contact us.

Current students and faculty can get more information through the Getting Started with Accessibility course on Canvas.