Note taker and Aide Services

Students with visual disabilities, orthopedic limitations, certain specific learning disabilities and other "hidden disabilities" which affect writing speed and/or ability may need the services of a note taker or make use of a tape recorder in the classroom. (If the use of a tape recorder in class by a student with disabilities presents a problem contact DSPS and special tape recorded lecture agreement can be provided). We encourage the student to request a volunteer note taker from the class. The student will provide you with a note taker form (see appendix) that will request the instructor to assist in this process by making an announcement regarding the need for someone to take notes for a student in the class or by identifying a student in the class you know to be a satisfactory note taker. Occasionally, the level of service required is such that a paid note taker will be assigned to accompany the student to class.

Students with visual or physical impairments may require the assistance of a classroom aide to perform certain physical tasks. Aides are most frequently needed in lab situations to assist students with the actual physical manipulation of lab equipment and materials.

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