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[quote=Anonymous]If college was anything like real life some of the nasty and negative comments here might make sense. But college isnt. It just teaches you what you need to know and it gets you the degree you need to get a job. I mean really, in what job the SAT or ACT have any relevance. Or tests in general. Who takes tests at work.

In real life many of the accommodations that kids get are just a natural part of a job. I mean really, if you need a break, employers dont forbid bathroom and water breaks. Speaking programs are often used instead of actual writing or typing. And if the need certain accommodations prevent someone from being successful in a job, then the person likely won’t apply for the job, won’t get the job or won’t stay in the job.

I find it appalling that people are so anti accommodations which level the playing field and make kids eligible for jobs that they otherwise couldnt have gotten. I think this is the real issue - elitists want less competition for good jobs and by eliminating accommodations they can eliminate competition. [/quote]

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