When note taking is difficult, the problem is often due to a
poor learning environment. This means that a child's ability to
get the information he needs is impaired because of factors
going on (or not going on) in the classroom around him.
Fortunately, there's something called "accommodation." "Academic
accommodation" is a formal term that carries with it both legal
and moral implications. In the case of a child with a
disability, accommodations are required by law under the
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). But there's also an
inclusive meaning to the term that goes beyond the special
education population. The concept of accommodations is inherent
in our society's idea of education -- reaching each and every
child -- and many progressive educators believe it's the
responsibility of the teacher to accommodate every child
regardless of labels. So, disabled or not, the following are
simple modifications to the classroom that can help every child
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