What is the term for a change in the way a student learns new materials outlined in an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?

The correct term for a change in the way a student learns new materials, as outlined in an Individualized Education Program (IEP), is "Accommodation." Accommodations are adjustments made to the learning environment, teaching methods, or materials that enable students with disabilities to effectively access the curriculum and demonstrate their understanding of the subject matter.

Accommodations could include changes like providing extra time on tests, offering materials in different formats (e.g., audio or visual), or allowing a student to take breaks during a lesson. These modifications do not change the content that students are expected to learn, but rather provide them with equal access to the learning process.

In contrast, modifications would involve altering the actual curriculum standards or expectations—meaning that the content itself is changed or reduced. Adjustments and supports are more general terms that do not specifically relate to the accommodations framework established by IEPs, which is designed to ensure that students with special needs can learn alongside their peers in the least restrictive environment.