ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS ON AN IEP OR 504 PLAN

Feb 24, 2012

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS ON AN IEP OR 504 PLAN
OKLAHOMA CORE CURRICULUM TEST
Writing/Multiple Choice Assessments

I. Setting	II. Timing/Scheduling
Test administration: •Individually •In small group (no more than 5) •In testing carrel •In separate location (such as a special resource classroom) that will minimize student distractions Provide special lighting Provide adaptive or special furniture	Time of day when student is most responsive Flexible schedule Administer subject area test over several sessions Allow frequent breaks during testing
III. Response	IV. Presentation
Mark answers in test booklet and not on answer sheet, for later transfer by Test Administrator to Answer Document Slant board or wedge for positioning Utilize assistive technology communication device(s) Brailler Pencil grip Colored overlays Abacus (for students using Braille) Give oral or signed responses to be marked on multiple-choice Answer Document by Test Administrator Dictate words to scribe (English II and writing test only) (Test Administrator must transcribe words verbatim into the standard student Answer Document) Utilize typewriter, word processor, or computer without the use of “help” features, such as spell check, etc. (English II and writing test only) Student tapes response for verbatim transcription at a later time (English II and writing test only) (Tapes need to be destroyed by the District Test Coordinator)	Large print or Braille (contracted) (Test Administrator must transcribe answers verbatim into a standard student Answer Document) Use of assistive devices/supports Magnifier Auditory amplification devices, such as hearing aids or noise buffers Read or sign test items if test is not a reading test (teacher reading items must read over the student’s shoulder not from a separate test booklet, except when “signing”)(Groups of 5 or less) Color overlays to reduce glare Simplification/repetition/signage of directions (not test questions or answer choices) Student may ask for clarification of directions (not test questions or answer choices) Students utilizing Braille may be provided an abacus Calculator (3rd - 8th Math, 5th and 8th Science - can use 4-function calculator only; Algebra I and Biology - can use scientific calculator only) Provide cues (arrows, stop signs) on answer form Use templates to reduce the amount of visible print Secure paper to work area with tape or magnets Reread directions for each page of questions Masks or uses markers to maintain place Test Administrators assist the student in tracking and/or monitors the placement of student responses on the answer document