ETS Accommodations 2

Question 1

Which federal law primarily governs ETS's obligation to provide testing accommodations for individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Answer

The ADA requires testing entities like ETS to provide reasonable accommodations so people with disabilities have equal access to tests.

Question 2

A test taker with a chronic fatigue condition requests extended breaks between test sections. How does ETS typically categorize this type of accommodation?

Accepted Answer

A timing/scheduling accommodation

Answer

Extended or additional breaks fall under timing and scheduling accommodations because they adjust when and how often a test taker may rest.

Question 3

If an ETS accommodation request is denied, what is the recommended first step for the applicant?

Accepted Answer

Request a reconsideration or appeal through ETS's formal process

Answer

ETS has an official reconsideration or appeal process that applicants should use before pursuing other remedies.

Question 4

Which of the following documentation would MOST likely be required when applying for a reading disorder accommodation on a GRE exam?

Accepted Answer

A psychoeducational evaluation from a qualified professional

Answer

ETS requires a comprehensive psychoeducational evaluation conducted by a qualified clinician to substantiate a learning disability such as a reading disorder.

Question 5

For which population does ETS waive the requirement to submit third-party disability documentation for certain basic accommodations?

Accepted Answer

Test takers who received accommodations under an IEP or 504 plan in their most recent educational setting

Answer

ETS may streamline or waive some documentation requirements for individuals who had documented accommodations via an IEP or 504 plan, as prior educational history supports the request.

(ETS) Educational Testing Service Practice Test

(ETS) Educational Testing Service Practice Test

ETS Accommodations 2