K12 Dual Credit Resource Guide 2020-2021 | Page 23

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities in Dual Credit Courses
TRANSCRIPTED CREDIT
When Contacting the Help Desk , Call 920-498-6800 .
• Provide your NWTC Employee ID ( username )
• Full name
• High School
• Identify yourself as a High School Transcripted Credit Instructor
• The class number ( example : 25644 )
• Type of machine you are using
NWTC ’ S HELP DESK :
Hours : Monday-Thursday : 7:00 a . m . – 8:00 p . m . Friday : 7:00 a . m . – 4:30 p . m . Saturday : 8:00 a . m . – 2:00 p . m .
920-498-6800
To get the help you need , please state that you are a “ Transcripted Credit Teacher .”

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities in Dual Credit Courses

Students who receive high school accommodations / modifications may also receive accommodations for dual credit courses while taking NWTC courses . The school district is required to provide the accommodations outlined in the student ’ s IEP , while NWTC Disibility Services staff determines the type , level and duration of the accommodation .
Students requesting accommodations for their dual credit course should reach out to the Disability Services via email at disability . services @ nwtc . edu or call to make an appointment at 920-498-6904 .
Once notified of a need for accommodations , Disbility Case Managers will work directly with the identified Special Education teacher and student to ensure that the student ’ s accommodations , consistent with their IEP , are being met . For questions please contact the NWTC Team at the email or number listed above .
Possible accommodations that can be approved depending upon the student need and disability include :
1 . Extended test time ( 1.5X or 2.0X ), taking the test in a reduced distraction area , utilizing speech software , or the use of a calculator ( math disability ).
2 . Instructors are not allowed to eliminate answers on a test or provide a word bank as these are not approved post-secondary accommodations .
3 . Test questions can be read , but NOT explained .
4 . Students are not allowed to use notes on tests unless this is something that is being provided to the entire class .
5 . Sign-language interpreter services will be provided , Disability Services will coordinate and determine fee structure / billing .
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