Learning Skills 62ABCD
GED Preparation Orientation
What does GED stand for?
„ General
„ Education
„ Development
PowerPoint created by: L Whitaker, Taft College
Do I have to attend classes in
order to take the GED exam?
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No.
However, it is advisable to take
LRSK62ABCD to determine your
readiness to take the test and pass
it.
It will help you to brush up on areas
that need improvement so you do
not waste time and money retaking
portions of the tests.
When are the classes offered?
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MonMon-Thu 8:00A8:00A-12:00P (English)
MonMon-Thu 6:006:00-9:00P (Spanish)
Tue & Thu 6:006:00-9:00P (English)
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Am I eligible to take the GED?
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Must have some sort of
documentation: drivers license,
identification card, passport
and/or student ID.
Must be 18 years of age or older
or within 60 days of your 18th
birthday (regardless of school
enrollment status).
Must I be a resident of
California to take the test?
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No.
All you need is an identification
card.
Is there a minimum age
requirement?
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Yes.
The minimum age is 18 except in the following cases:
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The individual is 17 years old, has been out of school for
at least 60 consecutive school days and provides a letter
of request from the military, a post secondary
educational institution or a prospective employer.
The individual is 17 years of age and is incarcerated in a
California State county correctional facility*.
Resides in the school district, is at least 16 years old,
submits a parent signed permission form to the board of
trustees, has not graduated high school, is not currently
enrolled in high school and has satisfied any other
requirements prescribed by the board of trustees.
* For more information regarding eligibility requirements go to
http://www.cde.ca.gov
http://www.cde.ca.gov//
May I take the GED exam if I have
a high school diploma from
another country?
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Yes.
Persons whose diploma is from
an unaccredited high school are
eligible to take the GED test if
they meet the eligibility
requirements.
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What will be required of me?
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Commitment
Consistent classroom participation
Completion of assignments
Willingness to learn
Are books/materials supplied?
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We recommend that you purchase
Complete GED Preparation (SteckSteckVaughn) for your own personal and
supplemental use.
However, all inin-class material will be
provided for you.
How will I know if the GED
prep class is right for me?
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A strong desire to pass the GED
exam in as short a time as possible.
Commitment to making that happen.
Room in your schedule to attend
class regularly and complete
preparation assignments.
When can I schedule the GED
exam?
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As soon as you feel ready.
During Testing months*:
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February, April, June, August, October,
December
You must sign up with the counseling
office at least two weeks prior to the
first day of testing.
*More detailed information regarding date and time will
be provided on a separate form.
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May I take the GED exam if I
am not a U.S. Citizen?
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Yes.
As long as the individual
possess verification of identity
and eligibility for testing.
Is there a Spanish version of
the test?
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Yes.
The Spanish preparation class
is taught in the evenings from
6:006:00-9:00 MM-Th.
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„ Drivers
license, valid passport,
military ID, and governmentgovernment-issued
identification.
Are there other versions of the
test available?
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Yes.
There are seven versions of the GED test
(English, Spanish, French, Canadian,
audio, large print and Braille).
Since not all sites will have all the versions,
students seeking accommodations in the
following areas will need special
permission and advance notification:
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Do I need a Social Security
Number to take the test?
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No.
Audio
large print
Braille.
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What areas does the GED
exam cover?
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Language Arts Writing Part I
Language Arts Writing Part II
Social Studies
Science
Language Arts Reading
Mathematics
How many questions & how much
time is provided per section?
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Language Arts Writing Part I
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50 questions; 75 minutes
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Language Arts Writing Part II
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Social Studies
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1 essay question; 45 minutes
50 questions; 70 minutes
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How many questions & how much
time is provided per section?
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Science
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50 questions; 80 minutes
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Language Arts Reading
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40 questions; 65 minutes
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Nonfiction Texts: 25%
Literary Texts: 75% (prose fiction, poetry, drama)
U.S. History: 25%
World History: 15%
Civics and Government: 25%
Geography: 14%
Economics: 20%
How much does it cost?
The total cost of the GED exam
is $70
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tests cost $15
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Mathematics Part I
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25 with calculator; 45 minutes
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Life Science: 45%
Earth and Space Science: 20%
Physical Science: 35%
Organization: 15%
Sentence Structure: 30%
Usage: 30%
Mechanics: 25%
Numbers and Operations, Number Sense: 25%
Measurement and Geometry: 25%
Mathematics Part II
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25 without calculator; 45 minutes
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Data Analysis, Statistics and Probability: 25%
Algebra: 25%
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Is advance registration
required?
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Yes.
The counseling center requires that
you register at least two weeks prior
to the first day of testing.
What if I move?
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Where is the test administered?
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Old Board Room
Diagonal from SSS
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If you move before completing all of
the GED, you can finish the test
anywhere the tests is administered in
the United States or overseas.
You will have to inform your new
testing center and they will contact
the State of California GED office to
obtain your previous scores.
What do/don’
do/don’t I need to bring?
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Do bring a valid picture ID and
receipt.
Don’
Don’t bring companions and/or
children.
Do turn off all cell phones and
pagers.
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Don’t bring food/drinks.
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How is the test scored?
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Students must score a minimum
of 410 (52%) on each test.
The combined score must add
up to 2225 (or an average of
450 points).
Students must receive a 1.5 or
better on the essay portion.
Do I have to take the entire
test over if I miss one part?
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No.
You only have to retake the
sections of the test with scores
below 410 (52%) on the GED
subtests and 1.5 on the essay
portion.
You have to earn an average
standard score of 450 or higher.
What happens if I don’
don’t pass
the GED exam?
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You have three chances within
each year to pass the exam.
You will not be required to retake
any section you have passed.
You are welcome to return to class
to focus on the areas that need
improvement.
When will I hear my results?
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Approximately two weeks.
The California Department of
Education will mail them to you.
All results are CONFIDENTIAL.
You can indicate whether or not you
would like the results disclosed to
the instructor.
This will help us help you prepare for
areas that need some improvement
(if any).
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May I continue with the class
as long as I need to prepare
for the GED exam?
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Yes.
You can continue to register for
this class under section 62B,
62C, or 62D.
Remember: You will need to rereregister each semester and pay
tuition.
Resources
For duplicate copies of scores
contact:
ETS GED Records Center
P.O. Box 4005
Concord, CA 9452494524-4005
„ For more information
http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/gd/
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