Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ for Faculty
- What is a disability?
- How does Montgomery College determine eligibility for disability related accommodations and services?
- What laws protect students with disabilities in higher education?
- 什么是合理的住宿?
- A student provides me with an Accommodation Letter, do I have to provide accommodations?
- 住宿证明上写着志愿记录员，我需要做什么?
- What if I do not agree with an accommodation that is listed on the accommodation letter?
- Am I required to lower the standards of an assignment because a student has a disability?
- What do I do if a student with disability is failing?
- What if a student with a disability is disruptive or behaves inappropriately?
- Can I ask a student who is having difficulties whether he/she has a disability?
The Americans with Disabilities Act defines disability as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. This includes persons who have a record of such impairment and those who do not have a disability but are regarded as having a disability. The degree of impairment must substantially limit a major life activity (e.g., walking, seeing, hearing, breathing, learning, reading, concentrating, thinking, and communicating). Some examples include specific learning disabilities, visual impairments, and psychological conditions.
Students must self-identify to the DSS office to initiate the process of determining eligibility. Montgomery College uses an individualized interactive process to determine eligibility and accommodations which includes review of disability documentation, functional limitations, impact in an academic setting and student’s self-report regarding disability and needs.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. It specifically states, “No otherwise qualified individual with a disability shall solely by reason of her or his disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 expanded the mandates set forth in section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodation, communications, and governmental activities. The Americans with Disabilities Act was amended in 2008 and expanded the definition of disability. Section 508 is an amendment to the United States Workforce Rehabilitation Act of 1973 mandating that all electronic and information technology developed, procured, maintained, or used by the federal government be accessible to people with disabilities.
A reasonable accommodation is a modification or adjustment to a course or program that enables a qualified student with a disability to have an equal opportunity to participate in an academic program. The ADA stipulates that colleges are responsible for providing reasonable accommodations when a student discloses a disability. The purpose of an accommodation is to correct or eliminate a disability- related barrier to provide access to the curriculum. Examples of accommodations include extended time on exams, access to lecture notes, or reduced-distraction testing environment.
Yes, if the student presents you with an accommodation letter from the DSS office, you must provide the identified accommodations. If you believe the accommodation request significantly alters the essential requirements of your class, contact the DSS office to discuss your concern. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the American with Disabilities Act, protect students with disabilities from discrimination and require that they be afforded access to the curriculum, activities, and programs offered by the College. Denying an accommodation is prohibited under these laws.
学院有责任确保学生在住宿信上注明可以使用课堂笔记。在班上找出一个学生谁可以自愿做笔记。残疾学生将提供方向和笔记本。如果你无法在课堂上找到一个自愿记笔记的人，请立即联系DSS寻求帮助。
If you believe a specific accommodation alters the essential course requirements, contact the DSS office to discuss your concern.
No, students with disabilities are required to meet the same essential requirements and course standards as other students. However, it may be reasonable to exercise flexibility in a component of a course that is not essential. For example, it may be appropriate to complete an assignment in writing versus an oral presentation if the purpose of the assignment is not to assess oral expression.
The purpose of the accommodations is to ensure access and does not guarantee success. Treat the student as you would any other student who is not performing well. Encourage the student to visit you during an office hour to discuss reasons for failing performance and what resources the student may use to improve. Encourage the student to consult with his/her DSS counselor regarding needs and strategies. You may also consult with the DSS counselor directly.
世界杯摩洛哥vs克罗地亚欧赔蒙哥马利学院的学生行为准则适用于所有学生。残疾学生应遵守学院的政策。清楚地陈述所有学生的行为期望是有帮助的;在课堂上，在教学大纲上，根据需要与个别学生讨论这些问题。如果一个学生继续表现出不适当的或破坏性的行为，与学生私下讨论你的观察和期望。如果你需要帮助，DSS办公室和学生行为办公室可以提供咨询。
直接询问学生残疾的可能性是不可取的。残疾人权利法禁止对残疾人的存在进行不必要的询问。对待有困难的学生就像对待其他学生一样。这可能包括鼓励学生利用支持和资源，如校园辅导中心、咨询和建议，以及利用你的办公时间。如果学生与您分享他或她有残疾的历史，或怀疑他或她有残疾，然后将学生直接转到DSS是合适的。