ACCESSIBLE LEARNING SERVICES

The Accessible Learning Services (ALS) team works with learners with disabilities to promote self-determination and self-empowerment and enhance inclusive learning at the college The team offers information and training sessions on the provision of accommodations and the importance of equitable access to learning environments for learners Learners may be referred as appropriate to internal and external services including but are not limited to assistive technology training, learning strategy support as well as ADHD Coaching

Common Accessibility Barriers In Learning Environments

Learners with mental health conditions and learning disabilities represent more than half of the learners registered with ALS In addition to mental health conditions and learning disabilities, it is important to keep in mind that learners may be experiencing a wide variety of other disabilities

We encourage faculty to plan for and expect learners with disabilities to be enrolled in their courses. At the college, over 30% of learners self-identify as living with one or more disabilities and 14% of learners at the college register with ALS for accommodations. Common barriers encountered by learners include but are not limited to, timed assessments (quizzes, tests and exams) as well as the need for flexibility with respect to assignment due dates and having to take notes during lectures. Faculty can take a proactive approach by implementing flexible learning and Universal Design practices in their courses such as posting course materials and lecture notes in advance, providing flexibility with respect to assignment due dates, and making recording of lectures available to learners. Additional tips and resources are available on the Innovative Learning EDI Curriculum Toolkit and SWEL's Thriving in the Classroom Toolkit.

Meeting 1:1 with a learner with disabilities can support the learner with clarifying course content and/or expectations for assessments.

Learners With Disabilities In Ontario

Connecting with ALS

Website: https://humberca/studentlife/swac/accessible-learning

Email: swac@humberca

North and Carrier Campus: Learning Resource Commons - 2nd floor Phone: 416-675-5090

(Source: Ministry of Colleges and Universities, 2021)

Lakeshore Campus: Student Welcome and Resource Centre - 2nd floor Phone: 416-675-6622 ext 3331