Hurry Man 007
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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 ?
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 ?