Return-Path: <nifl-ld@literacy.nifl.gov> Received: from literacy (localhost [127.0.0.1]) by literacy.nifl.gov (8.10.2/8.10.2) with SMTP id iAOLXVQ16133; Wed, 24 Nov 2004 16:33:31 -0500 (EST) Date: Wed, 24 Nov 2004 16:33:31 -0500 (EST) Message-Id: <05C9F46F0779EA48B8D64113FBDC86810CAAE4@ntxdo.sdccd.cc.ca.us> Errors-To: listowner@literacy.nifl.gov Reply-To: nifl-ld@literacy.nifl.gov Originator: nifl-ld@literacy.nifl.gov Sender: nifl-ld@literacy.nifl.gov Precedence: bulk From: Marie Doerner <mdoerner@sdccd.cc.ca.us> To: Multiple recipients of list <nifl-ld@literacy.nifl.gov> Subject: [NIFL-LD:4537] RE: Introduction and Question about LD Assessm X-Listprocessor-Version: 6.0c -- ListProcessor by Anastasios Kotsikonas Content-Type: text/plain; X-Mailer: Internet Mail Service (5.5.2655.55) Status: O Content-Length: 2424 Lines: 67 It is a good idea for students to check with the testing center to see if these items are available or if they could bring them themselves. I contacted our GED tester and established what was available to all students. The GED disability people have an even longer list of available accommodations. I will try to find them for you. To add to the great list in the last email. We also provide students with earplugs and the testing center with sound muffling earphones. Our testing service is near the airport so the noise can get quite distracting. Marie Doerner Learning Disability Specialist Continuing Education San Diego Community College District -----Original Message----- From: nifl-ld@nifl.gov [mailto:nifl-ld@nifl.gov]On Behalf Of Patti White Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2004 1:14 PM To: Multiple recipients of list Subject: [NIFL-LD:4535] RE: Introduction and Question about LD Assessment for GED Thanks, Donita, for all those good suggestions. To save people a little time, here's the list of GED testing accommodations that can be used without documentation of a disability: 1. Use of a large-print version of the test; 2. Use of a straight-edge (no markings) or guide to facilitate the reading of the text; 3. Use of colored overlays for reading; 4. Request to sit near a window, away from flourescent lights, etc. when possible; 5. Use of graph paper for working out math problems; 6. Taking individual tests on different days (at the discretion of the center and available personnel); 7. Use of clear, transparent overlays with highlighter; 8. Earplugs; 9. Magnifying device; and 10. Priority seating. Patti White Disabilities Project Manager Arkansas Adult Learning Resource Center prwhite@madisoncounty.net ----- Original Message ----- From: Kaare, Donita To: Multiple recipients of list Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2004 2:59 PM Subject: [NIFL-LD:4534] RE: Introduction and Question about LD Assessment for GED Try contacting your local Department of Rehabilitation Services. Your LD students may be eligible for an assessment and other services. Also, talk to your local sheltered workshop and see if they have a psychologist on staff who might assess your students at a reduced rate. Also, contact the GED testing service for a list of accommodations they can give without any documentation. Donita Kaare Learning Skills Center Director Olney Central College Olney, IL
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