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