1. Purpose

US Meta Arees International University is committed to ensuring equal access to education for all students, including those with physical, sensory, cognitive, or psychological disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and U.S. inclusive education standards.

2. Scope of Application

This policy applies to:

• All students
• All academic and professional programs
• On-campus education
• Distance education through the LMS

3. Core Principles

The University is committed to:

• Non-discrimination based on disability
• Equal access to education
• Respect for privacy and dignity
• Flexibility in teaching and assessment
• Provision of reasonable accommodations

1. Support for Students with Disabilities in Distance Learning (LMS)
2. Digital Accommodations

Through Moodle, the University provides:

• Text enlargement and color adjustment options
• Screen reader support
• Downloadable learning materials (PDF, Word, Audio)
• Video lecture recordings
• Subtitles and captions when needed

5. Academic Flexibility

Students with disabilities are entitled to:

• Extended assignment deadlines
• Additional exam time
• Alternative assessments (projects instead of tests when necessary)
• One-on-one sessions with instructors via Zoom or the LMS

6. Online Examinations

The University provides:

• Additional time
• Untimed exams when necessary
• Oral or audio-based exams instead of written ones when appropriate

1. Support for Students with Disabilities in On-Campus Education
2. Classroom Accommodations

The University provides:

• Accessible entrances and elevators
• Adapted seating
• Clear signage
• Appropriate lighting and sound systems

8. Academic Accommodations

These include:

• Front-row seating
• Enlarged printed materials
• Lecture recordings
• Sign language interpreters when required

III. Administrative Support

9. Disability Support Unit

The University designates a unit responsible for:

• Receiving accommodation requests
• Evaluating individual cases
• Coordinating with instructors
• Maintaining confidentiality

10. Requesting Accommodations

Students may submit a formal request with:

• A medical or educational report
• A recommendation outlining the required accommodations

11. Confidentiality

All health-related information is kept strictly confidential in accordance with U.S. privacy laws.

12. Review

This policy is reviewed annually to ensure compliance with:

• The U.S. ADA
• Inclusive education standards
• International best practices