Accessibility-Accommodations-Manual

Overview of Accessibility & Accommodations

• Manual serves to guide the selection and provision of supports for

  • ACCESS for ELLs

  • WIDA Screener

Key Contents

• Critical Contact Information

  • WIDA Client Services Center

  • Data Recognition Corporation for data/test concerns

• Accessibility and Accommodations Framework

  • Must ensure validity and reliability

  • Only specified supports should be used

• Universal Design Principles

  • Prioritize student engagement and diverse learning needs

Test Administration Considerations

• Test Timing and Scheduling

  • Students can take breaks as needed.

  • Extended testing time possible (not timed tests).

• Test Environment

  • Adaptive and specialized equipment should be used for comfort.

  • Familiar test administrator preferred.

  • Individual or small group settings recommended.

Universal Tools Available

• Examples

  • Audio aids for sound amplification.

  • Color overlays for better visibility.

  • Highlighters and colored pencils for marking text.

Accommodations for Testing

• Designed for students with documented disabilities.

• Must be pre-selected or ordered in advance if necessary.

• Examples of Accommodations

  • Braille: Unified English Braille materials available.

  • Extended Speaking Response Time: Allows extra time for responses.

  • In-person Human Reader: Test administrators read instructions and items.

  • Scribe: For students needing a helper to document responses.

  • Large Print: Available for students with visual impairments.

Conclusion

• All guidelines adhere to state-specific accessibility and accommodation policies.

• Document accommodations carefully to ensure appropriate support during testing.