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<p>That question was answered.</p>
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<p>In other words, he might be able to edit a letter and he might not, but whether he can is immaterial. He can update colleges if he’s inclined to do so. That is what you’re really worried about. And how you conduct yourself in his class will weigh heavily in whether he’s inclined to update colleges on your character and academic performance.</p>
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<p>My kids try to shift the blame to others when they’re in the wrong, too. Heck, I try to shift the blame to others when I am in the wrong. But it doesn’t change who’s in the wrong.</p>
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<p>If that’s who you are, then why should a teacher not update his recommendations to reflect this information? If you don’t want this kind of recommendation, don’t be this kind of student.</p>
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<p>If your respect is worth anything, it will be apparent in your performance in the class. If your respect isn’t worth anything, that will show, too.</p>