Praxis

I failed the praxis II test. They do provide an interpreter but it is for only spoken direction. They do not allow interpreter to interpret what the questions, case study, short story say. They do not allow deaf takers to use dictionary for clarification. Isnt that violation of ADA law?

Someone stated " will an interpreter be there every time you read a a new novel for your class, or academic research to stay on top of educational trends? A basic level of proficiency in English, particularly with the academic language of your field is important. Now, does that mean you shouldn't have access to an interpreter or dictionary for clarity plus extra time to get that clarity? I would argue no. In the real world you have multiple points of access to new material in a foreign/non-native language and you should be allowed to have some way of clarifying a question or answer. However, the field itself is bilingual (research, memos, emails from staff etc) and I think it would be unwise to ignore English proficiency ENTIRELY."

Your thoughts?

Should I file a complaint against praxis for violation of ADA ?

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I took the Praxis II tests (Special Education and Elementary Ed) using paper and passed. Can you take the paper or computer tests?

computer test. I took The Principle of Learning and Teaching Grades 7-12.

Hurry Man 007 said:

computer test. I took The Principle of Learning and Teaching Grades 7-12.

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I am starting to get your point. The Praxis II tests aren't to assess your proficiency in English but your knowledge in the context area so in way, if you get the questions asked in your native language, that would not be cheating. I see what the problem is. I would inquire about it with the National Association for the Deaf.

I teach ASL. The public school requires me to take Praxis II PLT. dumb, isn't it?