What are “approved” accommodations?
The term “DIBELS-Approved Accommodations” refers to very specific accommodations that do not compromise the standardization of the test. An approved accommodation, for example, would be using a larger font or different-colored materials for students with vision problems. We do not recommend using any supports or strategies, unless the individual student demonstrates a need for such support. Prior to making any accommodations, it is recommended that the measure be administered in the standardized format to see how successful the student will be. If during that administration it is clear that the student needs support, then an accommodation may be considered from the list in the Administration and Scoring Guide. You can find additional information on approved accommodations on Page 44 in the Administration and Scoring Guide, available from our Download Measures page.
The term “DIBELS-Approved Accommodations” refers to very specific accommodations that do not compromise the standardization of the test. An approved accommodation, for example, would be using a larger font or different-colored materials for students with vision problems. We do not recommend using any supports or strategies, unless the individual student demonstrates a need for such support. Prior to making any accommodations, it is recommended that the measure be administered in the standardized format to see how successful the student will be. If during that administration it is clear that the student needs support, then an accommodation may be considered from the list in the Administration and Scoring Guide. You can find additional information on approved accommodations on Page 44 in the Administration and Scoring Guide, available from our Download Materials page.
Related Questions
- If a disabled student participates in the NSTI Program and requires special accommodations that were not included in the approved budget, can the host site request additional funding?
- If a student gives me a letter from Disabled Student Resources identifying approved accommodations, what is my responsibility as an instructor?
- What if a student has been approved for accommodations on one of Rutgers regional campuses, but taking classes on another?
