Wednesday, November 30, 2011

http://www.martinsvillebulletin.com/article.cfm?ID=31138

The high school equivalency test will change in 2013, and people who have not passed all sections of the current test before then will have to be tested again with the new exam.

The new edition of the GED Testing Service exam will be offered in January 2013, so it is important for people to take or finish sections of the current test before then, said Stacey Wright, West Piedmont regional program manager for adult education.

If they do not complete the exam by then, they will have to be retested with the new edition, Wright added.

According to Wright, the current test has one essay section while the new test will have two. The new test will not be all multiple choice; a section with open-ended questions will require short answers.

The math problems in the new edition will require more critical thinking and will involve trigonometry. The current test covers just algebra and geometry.

The new test will have four sections instead of the current five. Currently, the test sections include writing skills, reading skills, science, math and social studies. The new test will combine the reading and writing skills sections, she said.

In addition, the new test will be given totally on computers, Wright said.

The purpose of the test changes is “to make the test more in line with the high school graduation requirements,” she said.

The GED math test will be offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the New College Institute, 30 Franklin St., Martinsville.

The day will begin with a tutoring session followed by the test in the afternoon, according to Wright said.

To be a part of the free test on Saturday, register by 3 p.m. Thursday by calling West Piedmont Adult Education Transition Specialist Cynthia Ingram at 734-7468.



Can you get your GED® credential or diploma online?

No. Just like paper-based testing, the computer-based version of the GED® tests will only be offered in a proctored testing environment and only at an Official GED Testing Center™. The test will not be administered on the Internet and there is not "online testing." The proctored testing environment ensures security measures present today and those continuing to be developed will be enforced.

DO WE HAVE YOUR ATTENTION? For more information on upcoming changes to the GED® test check out: http://tiny.cc/vq21b

When will the computer-based GED® exam be available for all testing centers?

The test used in computer-based testing is the same 2002 Series GED Test currently available in a paper-based format. There will not be a new assessment until sometime in 2014.

DO WE HAVE YOUR ATTENTION? For more information on upcoming changes to the GED® test check out: http://tiny.cc/vq21b

Think you know the GED® Test?

Want more information?  Check out the GED Testing Service Website!

Why the GED^® test is more important than ever

1.3 million  
 Average number of high school students who drop out every year
23 percent        
 Percentage of U.S. jobs requiring college degree or professional certificate in 1963
59 percent        
 Percentage of U.S. jobs requiring college degree or professional certificate in 2008

For more information:  http://www.gedcbt.org/gedts/thecommunityaugust.html

GED Testing Service - Computer Based Testing

Did you know that the Official GED Test will be administered via computer by the year 2014? Check it out.......

GED Testing Service - Computer Based Testing

Check out the GED Testing Service's Facebook page!!!

http://www.facebook.com/GEDTesting

What does "GED" stand for?

GED—A trademarked acronym used for the General Educational Development Tests, a battery of examinations administered by states and jurisdictions to measure the skills and knowledge similar to a high school course of study. GED graduates earn a GED credential. The type of credential issued, diploma or certificate, varies by state.

Understanding Your Scores

Many people ask "What scores are needed to pass the GED test"?  Check out this link for more information:

Your GED® Test Scores

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Find out more about Adult Education in Virginia!

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/instruction/adulted/index.shtml

Can I take the GED test online?

NO, you cannot take the GED Test online!

Check out this YouTUBE video from the GED Testing Service for more information.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jz3HyvLb9LI

Have you lost your GED Transcript or Certificate?

The GED®TRANSCRIPT AND DUPLICATE CERTIFICATE REQUEST FORM  from the Virginia Department of Education can be used to request duplicates of your GED Transcript or Certificate.  The form can be submitted by mail or in person.  Check it out!

Do you want to know what GED classes are offered near you?  Check out the CLASS SCHEDULES on the official website for West Piedmont Regional Adult Education!