Definition , Physical Disabilities , Sensory Disabilities , Attention Deficit Disorder and Learning Disabilities Person With A Disability Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities.
Physical disabilities vary greatly.
Some students with physical disabilities may also have mobility disabilities. Labs must be accessible with enough knee space underneath counters and appropriate height counter tops. Aisles should be wide enough for mobility. Some students may have difficulty writing and may prefer to tape lectures or use a note taker. Because of difficulty in maintaining focus, some students may need an extended amount of time to take tests.