Faculty members represent Tyndale University and as such, we all have a duty to accommodate students registered with Accessibility Services. Faculty members play a vital role in the education and development of students and thus, the following rights and responsibilities apply to faculty members teaching students with disabilities:
Faculty members have the right to:
- Determine course content and establish methods of instruction
- Develop standards of the course and ensure they are not compromised
- Evaluate that the student demonstrates mastery of course content and its essential requirements
- Fail any student who does not meet the academic standards
- Discuss accommodations with the Accessibility Specialist if they compromise the integrity of the course
- Consult the Accessibility Specialist and other professionals to determine best ways to implement accommodations
- Be a valued and key member in student's learning development
Faculty members have the responsibility to:
- Educate oneself on the Accessibility Services accommodation process
- Assist Accessibility Services by implementing approved accommodations
- Provide a discrimination-free learning environment
- Respond to approved accommodation requests in good faith
- Protect student's confidentiality and never disclose any accommodation or disability information without student's consent
- Respect the student's rights and dignity
- Not inquire about the student's disability
- Assist the Accessibility Office in promoting an equal learning environment for students with disabilities
- Communicate with the Accessibility Specialist when required