What Should I Do When Students Say They Have a Disability?
Program includes a CD with the video presentation, plus supplemental materials, PowerPoint slides, and complete transcript • $99
The number of students with disabilities at our college campuses has grown in recent years. As a result, the range of potential issues and requests that faculty may encounter from these students is more diverse—and challenging—than ever before.
In responding to the wide-ranging needs of these students, it’s critical that faculty have a solid grasp of the essential requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. During this program, W. Scott Lewis, J.D., president-elect of the Association for Student Conduct Administration (ASCA), will walk you through the fundamental requirements to ensure you are working with students properly under the law.
During this 20 minute program, you will learn:
- Key ADA and Section 504 requirements and definitions related to students with disabilities.
- Four key questions that you might ask in encountering an issue involving a student with a disability.
- How to work effectively with your institution’s Disabled Support Services Office staff.
The program also includes supplemental materials that feature sample syllabus statements, checklist of campus resources, links to sites for more information, and a script that shows how to have a conversation with a student about accommodations.
Learning outcomes
At the conclusion of this program, you will understand:
- The essential requirements for working with disabled students under the ADA and Section 504.
- Appropriate vs. inappropriate responses to students seeking assistance.
- The different types of documentation used by students seeking assistance.
What Should I Do When Students Say They Have a Disability? • CD • $99
Each Magna 20 Minute Mentor includes a CD with the video presentation, supplemental materials, a copy of the PowerPoint slides and the program transcript.
Want to make this program available for your entire campus?
Contact us about a Campus Access License to load the CD onto your institution’s internal web site for unlimited, convenient on-demand access to members of the campus community. The Campus Access License is ideal for ongoing group or individual training or to build a library of professional development material.
If you have any questions contact Customer Service at 800-433-0499 or (608) 246-3590 or email us at support@facultyfocus.com.
W. Scott Lewis, J.D. is a partner with the National Center for Higher Education Risk Management. He recently served as the assistant vice provost for judicial affairs and academic integrity at the University of South Carolina. He brings more than 15 years of experience as a student affairs administrator, faculty member, and consultant in higher education. He is a frequent keynote and plenary speaker, nationally recognized for his work on behavioral intervention for students in crisis and distress. He is noted as well for his work in the area of classroom management. He presents regularly throughout the country, assisting colleges and universities with legal, judicial, and risk management issues, as well as policy development and implementation.