Starting January 1, 2014, the GED will be a computer-based test that correlates to the Common Core Standards, according to the GED Testing Service LLC.
Test-takers will no longer use paper and pencil; everything will be completed on computer at an approved testing center. Keyboarding skills will be a must.
Increased proficiency in math will be essential.
More content knowledge will be required, especially in science and social studies.
There will be two separate scoring categories: high school curriculum knowledge and preparedness for entering college or a career.
HIGHLIGHTS of the new 2014 GED Test:
* Test is computer based
* New test format includes 4 testing content areas: Reasoning Through Language Arts (Reading and Writing), Mathematical Reasoning, Science and Social Studies
* Test questions will no longer be just multiple choice, but will include:
~ Fill in the blank
~ Brief short answer
~ Technology-enhanced items (drop-and-drag; hot spots)
~ Extended response 550-650 words
* GED test takers who have not completed and passed all 5 subjects of the current test (2002-2013) by January 1, 2014, will have to start over with the new test; scores from the current test will not transfer to the new one.
Time to prepare!!!
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