Short term misadventure/special consideration
Special consideration may apply to situations where a student’s ability to demonstrate achievement is impaired by a circumstance of a short-term temporary basis. This includes situations such as bereavement, depression, illness or injury. In these situations, a student could be entitled to:
- alternative assessments
- extensions on submission of work
- sitting assessments at times different to other students
- extra time allowed for assessment items
- exemption from completing items (estimates for individual items)
- status for a semester or half-semester unit
In these circumstances, a student needs to apply for Special Consideration at the Studies office, and must supply appropriate and current documentation to the college. See your Tutor, Head of House, or the college psychologist for advice.
Special consideration for assessment requirements
Where a student’s disability or special need impacts significantly on their ability to complete assessment items or tasks required as per the unit outline, the student may apply through the College Studies team for Special Consideration. This process formally records the circumstance and decision making in accordance with OBSSS guidelines.
What kind of provisions can students ask for?
Examples of special provisions which may be used to support students include:
- Technology– use of laptop for writing tasks, voice activated software for students with low literacy skills, assessment items in electronic form for students with visual impairment,
- Alternative assessment formats– practical tests, oral presentations, electronic forms of presentations, all allow demonstration of knowledge for students who have difficulty in writing
- Assessment requirements– extra time for reading and completing examination papers, extension of assignment due date, reasonable reduction in word limit required for assignment, use of a separate room for test
- Assessment supports– signing interpreters, scribe/note taker, built in relief breaks
People to seek help from in our College
- Psychologist
- Class teachers
- Special Needs Co-ordinator/Team
- Head of House
- Careers Advisors
- Studies office
Tracey Craze (Director of Teaching and Learning – Acting)