Accommodations that support the notetaking proccess allows students with disabilites an equitable opportunity to receive and process information presented in class. Possible accommodations include:

  • Permission to record lecture
  • Copies of presentation slides and/or outlines
  • Use of computer
  • Volunteer notetaker

Examples of Why Accommodation May Be Necessary

Permission to Record Lecture
  • Symptoms of disability...
Copies of Presentation Slides and/or Outlines
  • Distractions significantly interfere...
Use of Computer
  • Student has restricted use of hands
  • Student with a learning disability may use a computer with speech-recognition software to write and read exams

 

Adapted with permission from The University of Virginia (2025)

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