The Difference Between Accommodations & Modifications
Published: Feb. 16, 2022Updated: Jul. 11, 2022
Dr. Sarah Pelangka, special education advocate and owner of KnowIEPs, says that whether a support is an accommodation or modification all comes down to the way a child accesses the curriculum and how what they’re learning compares to their peers. Check out her explanation and examples in this clip.
To learn more, check out our full conversation about accommodations and modifications.
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