On Thu, 1 Aug 2002 15:00:32 +0100 Anna Holloway
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> I am trying to get in touch with course leaders who have recieved guides
> about the adjustments suggested for the accessability of Curricula for
> disabled students. If this is relevant to you please could you consider
> and comment on the following questions as part of ongoing research at
> Sheffield Hallam University. Your comments will greatly help us with our
> work.
>
> * Are recommendations for reasonable adjustments for disabled students (i.e
> note taking help, extended time in exams etc) negotiated between you, the
> accademic, and the students , or a disability specialist and teh student,
> or any other combination?
Disabilities are assessed via student health and appropriate
allowances decided by a central unit - ensures consistency.
>
> * Would you as a result of such reasonable adjustments go back and ammend
> Learning Outcomes and/or Assessment criteria for the module/unit?
No, if it is required it is required, but if it is not
essential, the student can get by. Blind students cannot do
microscopy.
>
> * Have you received a copy of "Accessibile Curricula: Good Practice for
> All", "Teachability: Creating an Accessible Curriculum for Students with
> Disabilities" or equivalent including documents developed in-house? (if so
> have you read this, how useful was it, content and format etc?)
>
Quite possibly, but I don't remember.
> * If you received such a book, when would you be likely to consult it?
In time of great need, or the unlikely event of spare time. I
might have a quick browse over tea.
>
> * Who do you think such booklets should be directed at? Accademic staff,
> disabilities support teams or any others?
Both.
>
> * Have you ever thought about changing your curricula to make it more
> accessible for disabled students (if yes were you able to do this? What
> changes did you make? What barriers to the changes you wanted to make did
> you encounter?)
Disabled students are unique, each case is assessed when they
arrive. Everything is made as accessible as possible anyway.
>
> * If you were to make changes what do you think would be most helpful to
> you in terms of a resourse?
Time
>
>
> Any comments on anything mentioned here would be very greatfully received.
> If you would like to contact me directly please e-mail me on:
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>
> Anna Holloway
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Hugh Fletcher
Hugh Fletcher
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