2.12.2012
Learning Express, the SD State Library provides a 2-page handout, and Learning Express provides a tutorial.
Discovery Exercise:
Create a blog post discussing the following questions and other observations you have about Learning Express Library. All resources can be accessed via this alphabetical list.
1. Set-up an account in Learning Express and browse through the available exams.
2. Choose one and answer a few questions. Then click "Score my test" in the top toolbar. Ignore the warnings and continue to have your test scored, so that you can see how the diagnostic page looks. Then click "View Answers" at the bottom of the page. What did you think about this test experience?
Discovery Exercise:
Create a blog post discussing the following questions and other observations you have about Learning Express Library. All resources can be accessed via this alphabetical list.
1. Set-up an account in Learning Express and browse through the available exams.
2. Choose one and answer a few questions. Then click "Score my test" in the top toolbar. Ignore the warnings and continue to have your test scored, so that you can see how the diagnostic page looks. Then click "View Answers" at the bottom of the page. What did you think about this test experience?
I have used this testing site before in other schools where I worked. The teachers were very interested in using it, particularly since it grades immediately, has the reasoning behind why each answer is correct, and which skill the student is using. I knew that I liked it, but I have fallen out of practice in recommending it to other teachers. I intend to show the Fourth and Fifth Grade teachers this important test practice site.
3. Job searching and resume writing are among the self-paced courses in Learning Express. Click on the "Job Search and Workplace Skills" learning center and add one of the courses to your center. Take a few minutes to explore the course and note your observations.
3. Job searching and resume writing are among the self-paced courses in Learning Express. Click on the "Job Search and Workplace Skills" learning center and add one of the courses to your center. Take a few minutes to explore the course and note your observations.
I chose the TOEIC Practice Test. It was grueling! I am glad that I have always spoken English or I don’t think that I would have been able to pass this test! I wish that they would break the test into smaller parts. Fatigue must play a huge part in whether the people pass the real test or not. I think that I will tell the Literacy Network about this test so that they can use it when they are helping ELL clients learn to read.
4. Type a search term in the search box in the upper left of the home page for a skills improvement or career topic in which you are interested. Notice that results are sorted by tests, courses and eBooks (if all of those are available for your chosen topic). Please select an eBook and look through its pages.
4. Type a search term in the search box in the upper left of the home page for a skills improvement or career topic in which you are interested. Notice that results are sorted by tests, courses and eBooks (if all of those are available for your chosen topic). Please select an eBook and look through its pages.
I took time out to email two of my sons about an ebook that may be of interest to them. I also enjoyed skimming through a book about vocabulary.
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From the home page, bottom right, click the link for eBooks. The list will open in a new window. Browse the titles and take a look at one that interests you.
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From the home page, bottom right, click the link for eBooks. The list will open in a new window. Browse the titles and take a look at one that interests you.
Good for you, Marilyn. You understand the wealth of academic skills improvement materials here. Thanks for your promotion ideas! I hope they hear you and take you up on using Learning Express! Thanks for your comments.
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