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MCCCD Policies and Procedures iii. Information Processing: evaluation should assess specific information processing areas such as short‐ and long‐term memory, sequential memory, auditory and visual perception/processing, processing speed, executive function, and motor ability. Examples of Achievement (including but not limited to): 1. Wechsler Individual Achievement Tests (WIAT) 2. Woodcock‐Johnson Psycho‐Educational Battery 3. Stanford Test of Academic Skills (TASK) 4. Scholastic Abilities Test for Adults (SATA) B. Diagnostic Report The diagnostic report must include the following information: i. A diagnostic interview that addresses relevant historical information, past and current academic achievement, instructional foundation, past performance in areas of difficulty, age at initial diagnosis, and history of accommodations used in past educational settings and their effectiveness. ii. A list of all instruments used in the test battery. iii. Discussion of test behavior and specific test results. iv. A diagnostic summary or statement with the following information: 1. DSM‐IV, including all five axes. 2. A clear and direct statement that a learning disability does or does not exist, including a rule‐out of alternative explanations for the learning problems. Terms such as "appears," "suggests," or "probable" used in the diagnostic summary statement do not support a conclusive diagnosis. 3. A clear statement specifying the substantial limitations to one or more major life activities. 4. A psychometric summary of scores. 5. A recommendation for accommodations, including rationale. Diagnosis of specific learning disabilities that do not contain psycho‐educational measures may not be sufficient for determining eligibility for academic accommodations. For example, school plans such as individualized education plans (IEP) or 504 plans may not be sufficient documentation. DRS reserves the right to request reassessment when questions regarding previous assessment or previous service provision arise. 3. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) / Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) A. Required Documentation Submit a current diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)/attention deficit disorder (ADD) that is based on appropriate diagnostic evaluations. B. Diagnostic Report Acceptable documentation must include: i. DSM‐IV diagnosis, including all five axes ii. A summary or statement which includes the following information: iii. A clear summary or statement specifying evidence of behavior that significantly impairs functioning, including degree of severity. iv. A recommendation for accommodations, including rationale. 4. Psychological/Psychiatric Disabilities A. Required Documentation i. Depression and/or bipolar disorder ii. Generalized anxiety disorders iii. Post traumatic stress disorder iv. Psychotic disorders v. Autism spectrum disorder. B. Diagnostic Report [Estrella Mountain Community College | 2012-2013 Catalog] [299]
MCCCD Policies and Procedures If the diagnostic report is not current, a letter from a qualified professional that provides an update of the diagnosis may be requested The diagnostic report must include the following: i. DSM‐IV diagnosis, including all five axes ii. A diagnostic summary or statement that includes the following: 1. A clear summary or statement that a disability does or does not exist. 2. A clear summary or statement specifying evidence of behavior that significantly impairs functioning including degree of severity. 3. A discussion of medications and their possible impact on academic functioning. 5. Neurological Disorders A. Required Documentation Disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system, including but not limited to: i. Acquired Brain Injury/Traumatic Brain Injury ii. Epilepsy/Seizure Disorder iii. Stroke B. Diagnostic Report Written statement of diagnosis: i. Current functional limitations ii. Information regarding current symptoms iii. Information regarding prescribed medication(s) and possible side effect and impact on student academic performance iv. Restrictions on activities imposed by the condition v. Where learning has been affected, a recent neuro‐psychological evaluation is requested 6. Temporary Disabling Conditions A. Required Documentation i. Temporary disabling conditions as a result of surgery, accident, or serious illness may require accommodations for a limited time. Acceptable documentation must include: ii. Written statement of diagnosis iii. List of current symptoms and degree of severity iv. Information regarding functional limitations and impact within an academic environment v. Medications and possible side effects vi. Duration of symptoms and estimated length of time services will be needed 2.3.11 Academic Misconduct 1. Definitions A. Academic Misconduct ‐ includes misconduct associated with the classroom, laboratory or clinical learning process. Examples of academic misconduct include, but are not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, excessive absences, use of abusive or profane language, and disruptive and/or threatening behavior. B. Cheating ‐ includes, but is not limited to, (a) use of any unauthorized assistance in taking quizzes, tests, assessment tests or examinations; (b) dependence upon the aid of sources beyond those authorized by the faculty member in writing papers, preparing reports, solving problems, or carrying out other assignments; or (c) the acquisition, without permission, of tests or other academic material belonging to a member of the college faculty or staff. C. Plagiarism ‐ includes, but is not limited to, the use of paraphrase or direct quotation of the published or unpublished work of another person without full and clear acknowledgment. It also includes the unacknowledged use of materials prepared by another person or agency engaged in the selling of term papers [Estrella Mountain Community College | 2012-2013 Catalog] [300]
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