When students need extensive time to finish, the test is usually scheduled over several sessions to avoid student fatigue. Providing the student with additional time may distract other students. Students may become distracted by their classmates who are at different places in the assessment. For instance, directions given to other students may interfere with the student's concentration. Some older students may be embarrassed about needing an accommodation and would prefer to keep it private.
Procedure Determine the routine for extending time.
The teacher permits the student to continue working. The teacher asks the student whether he or she needs more time. The teacher provides more time if the student requests it. Predetermine the time period. Inform the student of the time frame for the subtest or test.