ACT Special Education & Accommodations 3

Question 1

A student's IEP includes extended time for tests at school, but the student has never previously applied for ACT accommodations. How far in advance of the test date should the accommodation request typically be submitted?

Accepted Answer

At least 5–7 weeks before the test date

Answer

ACT recommends submitting accommodation requests approximately 5–7 weeks before the test date to allow sufficient time for review and approval.

Question 2

During an ACT testing session, a student with an approved 'separate testing room' accommodation is placed in a room with 8 other students receiving various accommodations. Is this arrangement compliant?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a separate room simply means a room apart from the standard testing room and may include other students

Answer

A 'separate testing room' means a space distinct from the main testing room; it may include multiple students with various accommodations as long as proper supervision is maintained.

Question 3

A student is approved for the ACT with a 'preferential seating' accommodation. As the test coordinator, what is your primary obligation?

Accepted Answer

Place the student in a location that minimizes their specific barriers, such as near an exit or away from distractions

Answer

Preferential seating means placing the student in a location that addresses their specific disability-related needs, such as minimizing distractions or improving accessibility.

Question 4

Which scenario correctly describes when a student DOES NOT need new ACT accommodation documentation?

Accepted Answer

When the student previously received approval and is retesting within the approval period

Answer

ACT accommodation approvals remain valid for a defined period; students retesting within that period do not need to resubmit documentation.

Question 5

A student with anxiety disorder requests the ACT accommodation of 'stop-the-clock breaks.' What does this accommodation specifically allow?

Accepted Answer

The student's test timer pauses during approved breaks, so break time does not count against testing time

Answer

Stop-the-clock breaks allow the timer to pause during breaks, ensuring the student receives the full allotted testing time without break time reducing it.

ACT Practice Test

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ACT Special Education & Accommodations 3