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Disability Resource Center

For Faculty: Supporting Students Registered with the DRC

Faculty impart knowledge to students and evaluate whether students have learned the material by creating assignments and assessments that allow the student to demonstrate mastery based on course goals, objectives and the nature of the curriculum.  Students with disabilities are admitted to 17勛圖 under the same criteria as other students, but they may be hesitant to self identify to request accommodations. During instruction and facing the demands within a college environment, students may be discover new, different, or unanticipated impacts of their disabilities.  Faculty can be an important ally for students, and the DRC is here to support you. 

 

Syllabus Statement

We recommend including the following paragraph below in your course syllabus

To obtain disability related accommodations, students must contact Disability Resource Center (DRC) as early as possible in the quarter. To contact DRC, you may:

      • Email DRC at drc@foothill.edu
      • Call DRC at 650.949.7017 to make an appointment

OR

17勛圖 is committed to creating a learning environment that meets the needs of its diverse student body. If you anticipate or experience any barriers to learning in this course, please feel welcome to discuss your concerns with me. You will want to contact the Disability Resource Center (DRC)  for more information about campus access and course accommodations. 5400 Building, or call 605.949.7017.   DRC Information can be found at  https://foothill.edu/drc/index.html 

OR 

Our institution values diversity and inclusion; we are committed to a climate of mutual respect and full participation. Our goal is to create learning environments that are usable, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming. If there are aspects of the instruction or design of this course that result in barriers to your inclusion or accurate assessment of achievement, you are welcome and encouraged to contact the Disability Resource Center to discuss a range of options to removing barriers, including accommodations. Building 5400 or call 650.949.7017 You can find more information about the DRC at https://foothill.edu/drc/index.html

OR

It is my goal to create a learning experience that is as accessible as possible. If you anticipate any issues related to the format, materials, or requirements of this course, please work with the Disability Resource Center to discuss a range of options to removing barriers in this course, including official accommodations. DRC is located in Building 5400, or you can call 650.949.7017.  You can find more information about the DRC at https://foothill.edu/drc/index.html. 

Accommodations Process & Procedure

17勛圖 is using Clockwork, a complete scheduling and data management system designed to meet the specialized needs of DRC, the types of services provided, and the students served.

Instructors can use Clockwork to:
  • View all student accommodation requests in one spot
  • Approve accommodation testing requests
  • Provide information regarding testing times, materials, etc.
How to Access Clockwork
  1. Log into 
  2. Under "Faculty 
  3. Scroll to bottom for "Clockwork Application
  4. Click on "Clockwork 17勛圖 Disability" under Instructor Login

To learn how to use Clockwork, download the PDF tutorial guide. (1.4 MB)

Accommodations 101

Course Adjustments and Auxiliary Aids provide equitable access to classroom instruction, materials, programs, or facilities and do not fundamentally alter the essential nature of a course or academic program.

These are tools that support and modify conditions that would otherwise cause a student, because of a disability, to be at a disadvantage in their access to education. Our Accommodations 101 PDF guide is a list of Course Adjustments and Auxiliary Aids that are most seen in the DRC but not an inclusive list.

Accommodation Review Procedure

If you have a question or concern about the authorized accommodation, please contact DRC immediately.

Please note that all approved academic accommodations will remain in place and must be provided by the Instructional Faculty during the dispute process and until a final determination has been made.

Please view this flowchart for better information about the review process.

10 Common Suggestions for Accessibility in Classrooms

  • Make textbooks decisions as early as possible.
  • Allow students to choose their own seats.
  • Post instructional materials in an accessible format online prior to class.
  • Show only videos that have been closed captioned.
  • Ensure inclusiveness in the classroom.
  • Explain the goals and objectives of the class at the first session.
  • Use multiple methods to present your materials.
  • Provide alternate ways to demonstrate knowledge of content.
  • Be open to communicating with students about their learning styles.
  • Remove physical barriers where possible.

Faculty Handbook

 

Accessibility Resources

Familiarize yourself here with why accessibility matters for our students. Learn how to include accessibility in all information materials you prepare, including documents, web pages, images, sounds, and multimedia elements.

 

Faculty FAQ

 

What are Section 504 and the ADA?

Please visit the U.S. Department of Education to read about protecting students with disabilities as mandated by

Can I proctor an exam with accommodations? 

You may proctor an exam if you agree to meet all the conditions and accommodations stipulated in the accommodation notification. However, in some cases, DRC reserves the right to determine the location and identify a suitable proctor for an exam.

I have a student who disclosed a disability, but has not provided an accommodation letter. Am I responsible for providing accommodations?

No, you are only responsible for accommodations authorized by DRC.

I teach an online class. How do I make sure all of my materials meet accessibility requirements? 

All materials that are student facing must be accessible. The Online Learning team has wonderful support and training. 

Where can I start to learn more?

The CCCO's Accessibility Center has

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