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Section Two: Using Disability Services and Accommodations


Readers / In-Class Assistants

Reader Services

Students unable to use print and who prefer auditory material are urged to utilize alternate media sources. When possible, we will obtain audio file books from outside sources or electronic texts from publishers. If these are not available, print materials can be scanned to disk, transferred to audio file or read directly from the computer with a screen reader. These solutions provide effective, independent and economical methods to read textbooks.


Students can learn to do this independently. The equipment is readily available on campus and we can advise about options for home purchase. Students have found that their ability to provide for and utilize alternate media independently is very useful when they transfer to the university or become employed.


If these solutions are not effective, personal reader service for required course materials will be considered. If you are a Department of Rehabilitation client, or are a blind student who is not a client, we will help you determine if reader funds can be made available for you to hire your own personal reader. Reader referral service is available through Disability Support Services. See your DSS Counselor or LD Specialist for information.

In-Class Assistants

Sometimes a student’s educational limitations present a challenge in completing classroom activities, such as lab experiments. When this occurs, the instructor, student, and their DSS Counselor or LD Specialist should consult to explore accommodation options. Common solutions include pairing students with a lab partner, providing alternate media or materials, or modifying the curriculum or delivery methods.


In the event that no other satisfactory solution can be found, after careful deliberation with your DSS Counselor or LD Specialist, the provision of an in-class assistant may be considered.

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DISH Table of Contents

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Section One: Coming to De Anza College

Section Two: Using Disability Services and Accommodations


General / College-Wide Accommodations and Services


Instructional / Classroom Accommodations and Services:


Alternate Media Services:


Deaf or Hard of Hearing Services:


Legal Aspects


Concerns and Complaints

Section Three: Disability Support Programs & Services Instruction

Section Four: Success Strategies

Section Five: Campus and Community Life

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