Accommodations vs. Modifications: What's the Difference?

Understand the crucial difference between accommodations and modifications, and learn how each can help your child succeed in school.

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Accommodations vs. Modifications: What's the Difference?

Understanding the difference between accommodations and modifications is crucial for advocating for your child's needs. Both are important tools, but they serve different purposes and have different implications for your child's education.

Key Differences at a Glance

| Accommodations | Modifications | |---|---| | Change HOW a child learns | Change WHAT a child learns | | Same curriculum and expectations | Altered curriculum or expectations | | Level the playing field | Provide alternative path to learning |

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