Letter to Professors - Revised Version

______________________________ (student name) has registered for __________________.

It is the policy and practice of UALR to create inclusive learning environments. Having this student in your course will give you the opportunity to evaluate your course design in terms of its inclusiveness of student diversity. Here are some strategies that can move your course toward universal design and that may eliminate the need for further accommodations/modifications for this student:

Use teaching techniques that appeal to both visual and auditory learners.

Incorporate hands-on activities for kinesthetic and active learners.

Emphasize active listening and participation.

Provide a balance of theory and application.

Allow time for formulating questions and responses.

Organize class time in a predictable format.

For more information, visit the PACE website at: www.ualr.edu/pace/ud/tips.htm

In addition to these modifications, the student is eligible for the following accommodations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Classroom	Testing	Web Accommodations
Taping lectures Front row seating Help finding notetakers Copies of overheads and PowerPoint Interpreters Speech to text transcription Clear view for speechreading Assistive Listening Device Braille hand-outs Large print hand-outs Visual material described Physical assistance in labs Wheelchair height tables Other	Extended time Interpreter Voice calculator Spelling dictionary Brailled tests Large print tests Test orally or test on tape Scribe to record answers Low-distraction room Other	Extended time for tests Alternate format for tests Interpreter for tests given on campus Screen reader compatibility Discussion board versus chat Videos: make visual info accessible Videos: make audio info accessible Use of UALR email in lieu of WebCT email Other

Such academic accommodations are provided in the spirit of equalizing opportunity rather than lowering standards or waiving requirements. Please meet with the student individually to discuss specific course requirements, identify areas that may be affected, develop a plan of action, and work out the logistics for providing the accommodations listed above. It's also important to follow up before and after exams to ensure that implementation is effective.

If you have any concerns about these modifications or accommodations compromising an essential requirement of your course, please discuss this with the student and/or call us at 569-3142 (voice or tty) to discuss these concerns and work out alternatives. We look forward to working with you.