How are accommodations for students with disabilities handled in online courses?

• A. Accommodations are provided through Disability Services; online materials can be adapted, and assessments can be adjusted.
• B. Accommodations are not provided for online courses.
• C. Accommodations are provided by the instructor on a case-by-case basis outside the Disability Services framework.
• D. Accommodations are provided through Disability Services; online course materials may have alternative formats; assessments can be adjusted per policy.

Answer: (D)

Accommodations for online courses are coordinated through Disability Services, with a formal process to review documentation and determine appropriate supports. In online settings, the learning materials can be offered in alternative formats (such as accessible PDFs, captions, transcripts, or materials compatible with screen readers), and assessments can be adjusted according to established policy (for example, extended time or alternative submission formats). This policy-driven approach ensures consistent, legally compliant access to course content and assessments for students with disabilities. Other approaches, like handling accommodations without Disability Services or making ad hoc adjustments, do not align with the college’s formal procedures.