Resources for Faculty
In partnership with SDS, faculty have an important role in ensuring that the University complies with federal disability laws and that their courses are accessible to students. SDS has compiled resources to assist you with this responsibility and to help you improve access and inclusion at the University of Chicago.
UChicago Faculty Resources
- How to Provide Exam Accommodations for Students with Disabilities (PDF)
- Instructor Guide: Providing Test Accommodations for Students with Disabilities (PDF)
- Faculty FAQ
- Sample Syllabus Statement on Disability
- Tips for Communicating Effectively with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
- Best Practices
- Rights and Responsibilities
- Zoom Considerations for Teaching Students with Disabilities
- Planning Accessible Courses
- Practical Advice About Disability Inclusion in STEM, by Matt Kaufman, PhD, Assistant Professor of Organismal Biology and Anatomy (PDF)
Additional Resources
- DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) based at the University of Washington
- Universal Design
- Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Guidelines from CAST
- Quality Education Is Accessible by the DO-IT Center