In order for a student to receive the Interpreter Accommodation, they must:
- Be registered with the Office of Accessibility Resources and Services (OARS).
- Be registered for this accommodation based on their needs, and have it documented in their accommodation letter.
- Communicate with the professor that they intend to use their accommodations in the course.
Professors will first be alerted via the student's accommodation letter sent by OARS each semester. If the student is registered for Interpreter it will be stated in the student's accommodation letter as follows:
Accommodation letter text: "The student will be using an ASL interpreter in this class. OARS will work with the student to arrange an interpreter prior to the start of the course."
OARS Responsibility | Student Responsibility | Faculty Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
Determine student eligibility for Dragon software as an accommodation. OARS will purchase Dragon Software for the student and assist with any | The student should inform OARS if the software is not functioning properly or having difficulties using the software. | The professor does not have a specific responsibility regarding this accommodation. |
Dragon Software: Voice to text software a student can use for all academic writing assignments.
Accommodation application in an online setting: This accommodation applies the same online as face-to-face.
Qualification for accommodation: Dragon software is considered an appropriate accommodation for students with physical disabilities that limit or prohibit their ability to complete written assignments.