Instructional or Access Area

Standard Tools

Modifications and Accommodations of Task and Expectations

Assistive Technology Solutions

Identify correctly spelled word from printed list

Write spelling words from dictation

Spell words orally

Take a written spelling test

Use spelling words   appropriately in a sentence

Locate correctly spelled words   in a dictionary

Complete writing tasks with correct spelling

Identify/correct incorrectly spelled words in writing sample

Flashcards

Alphabet strip

Print dictionary

Computer with word processing software with   built-in spell checker

Instructional software to remediate and enhance    basic phonics and spelling skills

Peer/adult assistance for      difficult to spell words

Personal or custom dictionary

Problem word list

Reduce number of spelling     words

Increased time for completing assignments

Personal dry erase board for practice

Tape recorder with difficult to spell words recorded

Hand-held spellchecker without auditory output (e.g Merriam-Webster Dictionary and Thesaurus)

Hand-held spellchecker with auditory output (e.g. Speaking Merriam-Webster Dictionary and Thesaurus)

Portable word processor with built-in spellchecker (e.g. AlphaSmart NEO, The Writer Fusion)

Computer with word processing program with spell check feature (e.g. Microsoft Word)

Computer with talking word processing software containing speaking spell check (e.g. Write Out:Loud, Classroom Suite, Talking Word Processor)

Computer with word prediction software, (e.g. Co:Writer, WordQ)