The University of Kent does not permit students to take dictionaries
into the exam hall, regardless of native language. Students who are
permitted use of a computer for their exams, for example due to
dyslexia, are allowed to make use of the spell-checker function however.
Regards,
James Galloway
Sandra Mienczakowski wrote:
>
>
> I'm currently looking at dictionary use in exams. Our dictionary rubric
> states:
>
> "Dictionaries are not allowed with one exception. Those whose first
> language is not English may use a standard translation dictionary to
> translate between that language and English provided that neither
> language is the subject of this examination. Subject specific
> translation dictionaries are not permitted.
>
> No electronic devices capable of storing and retrieving text, including
> electronic dictionaries, may be used."
>
> I would be grateful if colleagues could let me know:
>
> 1. Does your University permit students to take dictionaries into exams?
>
> 2. If yes, which students and in what circumstances?
>
> I will be happy to share collated responses - if you would like any
> response anonymised please let me know.
>
> Many thanks.
>
> Sandra
>
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James Galloway
Administrative Assistant
Exams & Timetabling Office
Room G18, Registry
University of Kent,
Canterbury, CT2 7NZ
Tel: 01227 824605
http://www.kent.ac.uk/ettoffice
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