Section 3: Transition                                                                                                                                             MO-AHEAD > Table of Contents > Section 3.11

 

Student Responsibilities

  • Register with the DSS office. This is recommended even if accommodations are not anticipated.

  • Present comprehensive, recent documentation of disability.

  • Have knowledge of how disability will affect learning.

  • Request accommodations in a timely manner. Follow the procedures established by the DSS office.

  • Be willing to talk about accommodation needs with your instructor.

  • Seek out campus resources (library, learning labs, counselors, etc.) and use them.

  • Maintain contact with the DSS office staff.

  • Demonstrate self-advocacy skills.

  • Inform the DSS staff of problems or schedule changes as soon as they occur.

  • Use assistive technology responsibly and inform the staff of problems.

 

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