Note Taking Assistance
AVAILABLE ACCOMODATIONS
If note-taking assistance is one of your accommodations, you should schedule an appointment with your instructor after electronically submitting your accommodations to him or her. Typically, your instructor will arrange for a note-taker by asking for a volunteer. During your initial meeting with your instructor, you should discuss whether you want the note-taker to know your identity. If you choose to self-disclose, you and the note-taker can arrange when and how you would like to receive a copy of your notes. If you choose to remain anonymous, you should work with your instructor to determine a process for receiving the notes. If you are not receiving notes or no one volunteers, collaborate with your instructor to resolve this issue. Contact a disability specialist immediately if nothing is resolved.
After receiving your notes, meet with your instructor during the office to discuss the quality of your notes. Instructors are more than willing to ensure you have a quality set of notes. If your instructor feels the notes are inadequate, he or she will work to find you a new note-taker or help fill in the gaps.
If you are not currently receiving this accommodation and you feel this accommodation may help, please schedule an appointment with a disability specialist to discuss your options.
Students wishing to independently navigate the learning environment without the need for a fellow student to serve as a note-taker may wish to use the Livescribe Pen. Please visit Livescribe Pen for more information on acquiring and using this technology in the classroom.
