And “What it is an MOA?” How can they help me? Dr. Estela Landeros Dugourd Director of Disability Support Services Office of Disability Support Services

NOVA is committed to serving students with documented disabilities..

What does this mean to you?  By law  By design

Who is eligible ?

Hidden Disabilities  ADHD/ADD  Learning Disabilities  Developmental Reading Disorders  Developmental Delays  Dyslexia  Autism Spectrum Disorders  Traumatic Brain Injury/Closed Head Injury  Medical Concerns  Psychological or Psychiatric Disorders

How do we serve these students? “Standard” Practices“Best” Practices EligibilityBroader eligibility options AccommodationsImproved or inventive use of technology AccessibilityIntegration of IDL principles AwarenessOnline tools ResourcesVolunteer programs

Obtaining Disability Services: The Process

Accommodations Will not alter the fundamentals of the class Are not provided by the instructor without an MOA Will be reasonable Will not place an “undue burden” on the institution

MOA Form

Student’s Responsibilities: Classroom Accommodations Give the professor the MOA as soon as possible  Make sure you have a valid MOA  Coordinate logistics of approved accommodations with professor (if needed)

Professor’s Responsibility: Syllabus Special Needs and Accommodations At NOVA we are committed to giving every student the support and services they need to pursue their college education and take advantage of all available opportunities. If you believe that you may have a disability and need academic accommodations, please see the Disability Services Web Page at No qualified student with a documented disability shall be denied access to or participation in the services, programs and activities at NOVA.

Professor’s Responsibilities: Questions about an accommodation Address with the Disabilities Counselor, NOT the student If you are ed about a student regarding disabilities, please respond in writing

Resources for Faculty Faculty Handbook for Teaching Students with Disabilities NOVA Definitions of Accommodations Universal Design for Instruction