How do IEP accommodations differ from 504 plan accommodations for a student with a disability?

• A. IEP accommodations are provided only by general education teachers.
• B. IEP accommodations are part of a plan with related services; 504 accommodations ensure access but not tied to specialized instruction unless needed.
• C. They are identical.
• D. 504 plan accommodations provide more services than an IEP.

Answer: (B)

The key idea is how the two plans are meant to support a student. An IEP is part of IDEA and centers on providing specialized instruction along with related services (like speech therapy, OT, counseling) tailored to the student’s goals. The accommodations listed in an IEP are built into a plan that includes those services and progress toward specific academic or functional goals. A 504 plan, under the Rehabilitation Act, focuses on making the general education curriculum accessible. It provides accommodations to level the playing field, but it doesn’t automatically include specialized instruction or related services unless the student also needs them beyond accommodations.

So, this answer fits best because it highlights that IEP accommodations come with a plan that includes related services and specialized instruction, whereas 504 plan accommodations are primarily about access to the curriculum and do not routinely include specialized instruction unless needed.