Provide Alternative to Group Work

Definition:

Creation of an alternative activity to fulfill the learning outcomes, in lieu of group work as assigned.

*Note: If the learning outcome of the class is working in a group, then this accommodation may not apply.

Purpose:

To find comparative means to fulfill the learning outcomes with reductions of barriers such as processing or mental health

Responsibilities:

The Student: Meet with your Instructor at the start of the quarter to discuss your needs and establish an action plan with an alternative option. Communicate with your instructor as early as possible before each group assignment, unless instructed otherwise.

The Instructor: Meet with the student at the start of the quarter to discuss class’s specific learning outcomes and student’s specific needs. Establish an action plan with a comparable alternative option.

DAS: Notify instructor of student accommodation. Assist student with communicating with instructor. Support and work with Instructor and student to help problem solve as needed.

How to use this accommodation:

Communicate with your instructor to establish an alternative plan to group work assignments.
Follow plan instructions, make sure to communicate in advance of upcoming assignments if applicable so the instructor has enough time to create agreed upon alternative.

Example communication:

At the beginning of the quarter:

“Hello Instructor Name,

My name is __________ and I am in your ________ class. I have reviewed your syllabus and see that we have group work assignments this quarter. I would like to use my alternative to group work accommodation in your class. I would like to set up a time to talk about how this would work best for your class.

Please let me know a time that will work will for you, I am usually available ___________. Thank you.”

Before an upcoming group work assignment (if applicable)

“Hello Instructor Name,

My name is __________ and I am in your ________ class. I intend to use my alternative to group work accommodation for the upcoming assignment. Please let me know if there have been any changes to the plan we established at the start of the quarter, or if you need anything from me. Thank you.”