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I strongly agree with article "What does MySchool do for non-academic Kids?" because children should not be forced to take tests that are not suited to their abilities. It is degrading to children "who aren’t ‘words’ kids or ‘numbers’ kids " because it presents the idea that they are incompetent and discourages them from any further learning while preventing them from "finding their passion. As an Integration Aide, every day I see children with learning difficulties who need to have the curriculum adapted to their needs so they wont be disadvantaged. Every kid has their own way of learning. We, as teachers, need to find ways to engage with the students and give them the necessary tools to succeed in life. Their passions should be able to flourish in a positive learning environment, so that they can be the best person they can be.
 * Date:** 24 July 2010 4:58 PM

I think Richard stated his arguments well by providing evidence from the article to strengthen his opinion. I totally agree with his point of view about children not learning in a linear manner and that we should take into consideration external factors that affect their learning. Liliana