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Disabilities Task Force
Recommendations to New York State for strategies to increase access and opportunity
1. Preparation for postsecondary education opportunities 2. Institutional commitment within postsecondary education 3. Capacity of all campus personnel and students to work with and teach students with disabilities 4. Universal design and access through assistive technology 5. Career development and full employment opportunity 6. Regional coordination and partnerships 9. Management structure for continued collaboration and implementation Download Reports: (+) |
Definition of TermsReasonable Modification As defined in the ADA may include:
Rehabilitation Act Prohibits federal agencies and their grantees and contractors from discriminating against people based on disability in employment, programs and activities. Remedial Course A course that concentrates on the acquisition of knowledge at pre-college levels. Such courses do not carry college credit. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (ADA/504) A federal statute that guarantees the rights of disabled people to equal opportunity in all programs and activities which receive federal financial assistance. It prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals solely on the basis of handicap. Section 504 regulations apply to state education agencies, elementary and secondary school systems, colleges and universities, libraries, vocational schools and state vocational rehabilitation agencies. First Previous 3 4 5 6 7 Next Last |