Distance Learning
Distance learning classes can be an effective
method for addressing some disability access issues,
because they offer the flexibility to complete course
work off-campus and on the student’s time schedule.
De Anza offers distance education through televised
courses, video, and online. Visit the Distance Learning
office to pick up the information brochure and schedule
or visit the site at http://distance.deanza.fhda.edu.
Courses produced by De Anza are closed captioned,
and the college is in the process of ensuring closed
captioned access to all video courses. Those currently
available are designated as such in the Distance
Learning brochure and schedule. Web and on-line
courses are also expected to meet accessibility
standards.
Completing courses in a distance education format
this way does creates some challenges for all learners.
Before you register for a class that relies heavily
on technology and organization, prepare yourself
with the necessary skills to work independently.
It is also recommended that you take a class that
orients you to online learning methods. A good preparation
class for online learning is: WebReady http://ctlonline.net/webreadyguest/.
Steps to Request Accommodations
for Distance Learning courses:
1. For classes that require campus attendance,
follow the steps in Section 2 to request accommodations.
2. For questions about online classes
which do not require you to be on campus, contact
the following programs for consultation:
• Students with learning disabilities, contact
Educational Diagnostic Center.
• Students with other disabilities, contact
Disability Support Services.
Policy
• All disability documentation, eligibility
requirements and procedures as outlined in Section
2, "Using Disability Services & Accommodations,
The Basic Questions", apply to accommodations
for distance education classes.
• Learning disability assessment and disability
information meetings require campus visits.
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