Why do some students with disabilities get extended time on exams/quizzes?
One factor covered by the American with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is the right of the student with a disability to take exams with appropriate accommodations that allow them to demonstrate their abilities. Depending of the student and the exam, one or more accommodations may be requested.
Related Questions
- By making certain accommodations to students with disabilities, am I not discriminating against the other students who would probably prefer such things as extended time for tests, etc.?
- Is it permissible for students with disabilities whose IEP/504 Plan specifies extended time to begin a State test earlier in the day than the general administration time?
- Does giving extended time on exams give the student with a disability an unfair advantage over other students?
