Is it possible to take the DAT on paper

[yh4747]

I don't have any disabilities but when I'm on a computer for a while I get a headache and my eyes start to hurt. I was wondering if they would allow me to take the test on paper instead of the computer?

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[DentalLonghorn2014]

You know...that's a really good question.

 

[Tinkering]

That is a great question...I would contact the ADA about that question. I feel the same way, I get a headache also from looking at the computer screen. I will look into it as well.

 

[Master Yoda]

I am 99.9% sure DAT is only administered on computer. I would definitely take exam on paper if it was offered.

 

[DAT Destroyer]

I have contacted the testing administration and will have an answer today. I know you can get extra time if you have a disability but I don't know of any situation where a student was allowed to take the exam on paper. I will post the ADA response later today.

Nancy

 

[syedj94]

I'm actually facing the same problem... I found the Chem, Qr, RC and PAT much easier to do on paper. Bio is fine to do on the computer for me. Unfortunately, I don't think they allow us to do so because the computer grades our exams, and I don't think they have arrangements to grade scantrons.

 

[DAT Destroyer]

I don't have any disabilities but when I'm on a computer for a while I get a headache and my eyes start to hurt. I was wondering if they would allow me to take the test on paper instead of the computer?

I received the following email from the ADA testing administration, so the answer to your question is a paper option is not available.


"Nancy,

Unfortunately, you have to take the exam at a computer. Paper exams are not an option. Thanks."

Kirk T. Kendzior B.A
Test Administration Associate

Associate Department of Testing Services

 

[phillyeagles1]

I was curious of this too....thanks Nancy for doing the research!

 

[Tinkering]

That's nor fair or acceptable. In my opinion I would start calling attorneys🙂!!!! It has to have something in the law to back it up and allow you to take it on paper. And possibly your doctor would also help. Sorry I am a little straight forward but we all have rights and I use mine every chance I have to.

 

[DAT Destroyer]

You are allowed extra time of the DAT for certain disabilities and if you provide proof from a Doctor. If you do pursue this with an attorney with regards to taking the DAT on paper instead of computerized, would please post your findings.

Thanks!

 

[Tinkering]

You are allowed extra time of the DAT for certain disabilities and if you provide proof from a Doctor. If you do pursue this with an attorney with regards to taking the DAT on paper instead of computerized, would please post your findings.

Thanks!

Will do....

 

[yh4747]

Will do....

Any findings?

 

[RuffDay]

I have been sitting behind the computer screen all my life. 5 hours will be nothing! lol