Accommodations Overview
Where to find and configure accessibility settings and reasonable adjustments in VivaEdu.
VivaEdu provides comprehensive accommodation options across multiple locations in the platform. Instructors can set accommodations that alter viva behavior (extended time, re-recording, pause/resume), while students can configure their own visual and interface preferences without needing approval.
This page covers where to configure each type of accommodation. For detailed explanations of what each accommodation does, see the dedicated pages linked in the Related Pages section.
Accommodations set in the Student Profile are permanent and apply to all future viva sessions for that student. Accommodations set during Viva Verification or in the Assignment Wizard apply only to that specific viva.
Q&A Assignment Wizard (Step 5)
When creating a Q&A Viva Assignment, Step 5 allows you to set viva-wide accommodations that apply to all students, and per-student accommodations for individual needs.
Click the Accommodations button next to any student to open the full accommodations modal. Students with existing accommodations are marked with a star icon for quick identification.
Per-Student Accommodations Modal
The accommodations modal provides a three-column layout for configuring timing, response options, and interface aids. This modal appears when clicking "Accommodations" or "Manage" in various locations.
Accessibility & Accommodations
Applies to new viva sessions for this student.
Timing
Prep and record durations are increased by the selected percentage.
Response options
Student may type instead of recording audio.
Enable re-recording to reduce anxiety or correct mistakes.
Permit pausing during recording to accommodate breaks.
Interface aids
Increase contrast to improve readability.
Increase hit targets for motor accessibility.
Enable keyboard controls during viva.
Notes: Changes apply to new sessions created after saving. Existing sessions are not modified.
Changes made here apply only to new sessions created after saving. Existing sessions are not modified.
Student Profile (Permanent)
For permanent accommodations that apply to all future vivas across all classes, use the Student Profile page. This is the recommended location for students with documented accessibility needs.
Accommodations
Accessibility & reasonable adjustments for new sessions.
Click Manage to open the full accommodations modal. Settings saved here persist permanently and are automatically applied whenever a new viva session is created for that student.
Viva Verification Configuration
When sending a Viva Verification to a single student, you can configure accommodations specific to that verification session.
Accommodations set during verification configuration apply only to that specific verification session. They do not modify the student's permanent accommodations. For permanent changes, use the Student Profile instead.
Batch Review (Extensions & Re-dos)
The batch review table provides quick access to grant extensions and allow re-dos for individual students.
| Student | Assignment | Status | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
Jane Doe CS 101 | Week 3 Viva | reviewed | |
John Smith john.smith@university.edu | — | late window |
Extensions add extra time beyond the due date. Re-dos clear all responses and give the student 7 days to resubmit. TAs cannot grant re-dos and must contact the instructor.
What Students Can Set Themselves
Students can configure visual and interface preferences through their Settings page. These options affect only the student's own interface and do not require instructor approval.
Settings & Preferences
These affect your own interface only and do not require instructor approval.
Students cannot grant themselves viva-altering accommodations like extended time, re-recording, or pause/resume. These must be set by an instructor. Students can request official accommodations through the "Request accommodations" link on their settings page.
Quick Reference
| Accommodation Type | Where to Configure | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Extended time | Student Profile, Step 5, Verification | Permanent or per-session |
| Pause/Resume | Student Profile, Step 5 (viva-wide), Verification | Permanent or per-session |
| Re-recording | Student Profile, Step 5 (viva-wide), Verification | Permanent or per-session |
| Text response | Student Profile, Step 5, Verification | Per-student only |
| Interface aids (contrast, large buttons, keyboard) | Student Profile (instructor), Student Settings (self) | Per-student |
| Extensions | Step 5, Batch Review, Assignment Page | Per-student, per-assignment |
| Re-dos | Batch Review, Individual Viva View | Per-session |
| Multilingual settings | Wizard Step 3, Verification Config | Per-assignment |
Related Pages
Extended time, pause/resume, re-recording, and text response options.
High contrast, large buttons, keyboard shortcuts, and other interface options.
Granting extra time and allowing students to redo completed vivas.
Language settings, student language override, and auto-translation.
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