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Dyslexia-Common Accommodations

Use this accommodation list as a guideline to help you think about what the student may need in your classroom. Some students may only require minimal accommodations while others may require more intense interventions, support and assistance. This list contains some common accommodations but it is not exhaustive.

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Dyslexia-Common Accommodations

Use this accommodation list as a guideline to help you think about what the student may need in your classroom. Some students may only require minimal accommodations while others may require more intense interventions, support and assistance. This list contains some common accommodations but it is not exhaustive.

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Common Accomodations for Students with Dyslexia

Each student with dyslexia is different and their needs will be different. Use this accommodation list as a
guideline to help you think about what the student may need in your classroom. Some students may only
require minimal accommodations while others may require more intense interventions, support and assistance.
This list contains some common accommodations but it is not exhaustive.
READING
Provide access to audiobooks
Provide access to text-to-speech software
Provide a set of textbooks for home use
Only ask the student to read aloud if he volunteers
Provide extra time for reading assignments
Provide a quiet environment for reading
Allow student to preview reading materials
SPELLING
Reduce spelling lists
Design spelling tests with a common phonetic skill
Do not take off points for spelling errors on written work
Allow access to a spellcheck
Provide access to word prediction software
WRITING
Provide a scribe
Provide access to speech-to-text software
Offer alternative projects instead of written reports
Provide written copies of notes
Minimize the amount of copying from the board
Allow student to use a keyboard to take notes
Allow student to tape record lectures
Reduce written work
Provide a letter formation strip
Provide graphic organizers
Grade assignments on content rather than form

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MATH
Allow use of calculator
Allow use of math tables
Allow use of manipulatives
Allow finger counting or sub-vocalizing
Provide graph paper
Provide scrap paper
Provide frequent checks for accuracy
Highlight the operation to be performed
HOMEWORK
Reduce homework
Allow student to dictate answers
Allow typewritten homework
Limit time spent on homework
Email list of assignments to student or parent
Provide written list of assignments
TESTING
Allow student to take tests orally
Provide for extra time
Read directions aloud
Read test questions aloud
Provide alternatives to testing (oral projects or videos)
Provide a quiet testing area with minimal distractions
Grade in collaboration with special educator
Clarify or simplify written directions

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