GED Test Preparation - Division of Adult and Career Education

REVISED: November/2008
Program:
Adult Literacy/High School Diploma
Course of Study:
High School Diploma
Course:
1:2008 Test Preparation
30-50-73
GED Test Preparation
Course Description:
This competency-based course is
comprised of a review of the key
concepts in the high school curriculum
covering the five basic subject areas of
language arts and writing, social
studies, science, literature, and
mathematics.
Credits: 30
Hours: 300
Prerequisites:
1. A minimum reading level of 9.0 as measured by the TABE
D7/8 reading comprehension test
2. Writing fluency at an English 1 placement level,
determined by a student writing sample and evaluated by
the receiving instructor
3. Mastery of the competencies of Basic Math- Advanced
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4. Recommendation of an instructor and/or counselor
Note:
The number 30-50-93 is used for reporting hours students
generate outside the classroom through Distance Learning
program.
The number 30-06-73 is used for reporting hours student
generate through GED Preparation.
After a student has completed this course, he/she may not be
allowed to re-enroll in the course.
COURSE OUTLINE COMPETENCY-BASED COMPONENTS
A course outline reflects the essential intent and content of the course described. Acceptable course
outlines have six components. (Education Code Section 52506). Course outlines for all apportionment
classes, including those in jails, state hospitals, and convalescent hospitals, contain the six required
elements:
(EC 52504; 5CCR 10508 [b]; Adult Education Handbook for California [1977], Section 100)
Course Outline Components
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GOALS AND PURPOSES
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The educational goals or purposes of every course are clearly stated and the class periods are
devoted to instruction. The course should be broad enough in scope and should have sufficient
educational worth to justify the expenditure of public funds.
The goals and purpose of a course are stated in the COURSE DESCRIPTION. Course
descriptions state the major emphasis and content of a course, and are written to be
understandable by a prospective student.
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES OR COMPETENCIES
Objectives should be delineated and described in terms of measurable results for the student
and include the possible ways in which the objectives contribute to the studentʼs acquisition of
skills and competencies.
Performance Objectives are sequentially listed in the COMPETENCY-BASED COMPONENTS
section of the course outline. Competency Areas are units of instruction based on related
competencies. Competency Statements are competency area goals that together define the
framework and purpose of a course. Competencies fall on a continuum between goals and
performance objectives and denote the outcome of instruction.
Competency-based instruction tells a student before instruction what skills or knowledge they
will demonstrate after instruction. Competency-based education provides instruction which
enables each student to attain individual goals as measured against prestated standards.
Competency-based instruction provides immediate and continual repetition and In competencybased education the curriculum, instruction, and assessment share common characteristics
based on clearly stated competencies. Curriculum, instruction and assessment in competencybased education are: explicit, known, agreed upon, integrated, performance oriented, and
adaptive.
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COURSE OUTLINE COMPETENCY-BASED COMPONENTS
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Course Outline Components
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INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES
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Instructional techniques or methods could include laboratory techniques, lecture method, smallgroup discussion, grouping plans, and other strategies used in the classroom.
Instructional strategies for this course are listed in the TEACHING STRATEGIES AND
EVALUATION section of the course outline. Instructional strategies and activities for a course
should be selected so that the overall teaching approach takes into account the instructional
standards of a particular program, i.e., English as a Second Language, Programs for Older
Adults, Programs for Adults with Disabilities.
UNITS OF STUDY, WITH APPROXIMATE HOURS ALLOTTED FOR EACH UNIT
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The approximate time devoted to each instructional unit within the course, as well as the total
hours for the course, is indicated. The time in class is consistent with the needs of the student,
and the length of the class should be that it ensures the student will learn at an optimum level.
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Units of study, with approximate hours allotted for each unit are listed in the COMPETENCY
AREA STATEMENT(S) of the course outline. The total hours of the course, including workbased learning hours (community classroom and cooperative vocational education) is listed on
the cover of every CBE course outline. Each Competency Area listed within a CBE outline is
assigned hours of instruction per unit.
EVALUATION PROCEDURES
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The evaluation describes measurable evaluation criteria clearly within the reach of the student.
The evaluation indicates anticipated improvement in performances as well as anticipated skills
and competencies to be achieved.
Evaluation procedures are detailed in the TEACHING STRATEGIES AND EVALUATION section
of the course outline. Instructors monitor studentsʼ progress on a continuing basis, assessing
students on attainment of objectives identified in the course outline through a variety of formal
and informal tests (applied performance procedures, observations, simulations), paper and
pencil exams, and standardized tests.
REPETITION POLICY THAT PREVENTS PERPETUATION OF STUDENT ENROLLMENT
After a student has completed all the objectives of the course, he or she should not be allowed
to reenroll in the course. There is, therefore, a need for a statement about the conditions for
possible repetition of a course to prevent perpetuation of students in a particular program for an
indefinite period of time.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
The contributions of MARK KAVANAGH are acknowledged for the development of this course outline.
Thanks to TOM CALDERON for editing and preparing this course outline as competency-based.
MARSHA EASTERDAY
Supervisor
Adult Academic Instruction
APPROVED:
ED MORRIS
Assistant Superintendent
Division of Adult and Career Education
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CBE
Competency-Based Education
COMPETENCY-BASED COMPONENTS
for The GED Test Preparation Course
COMPETENCY AREAS
AND STATEMENTS
A. INTRODUCTION
Understand the nature, scope,
and uses of the Tests of
General Educational
Development (GED).
MINIMAL COMPETENCIES
1. Identify the five subject matter areas of the tests.
2. Identify the types of skills and knowledge used to pass each
test.
3. Research and report on common benefits of earning the
GED certificate, including personal development and entry
into vocational programs, colleges and universities, the
military and the job market.
4. Describe the approximate length of time given for each test.
5. Describe the procedure for arranging to take the test,
including selection of testing times and locations, fee
payment, and necessary identification.
6. Identify and explain range of GED test scores, including
individual and overall passing scores.
7. Interpret the results of GED pretest assessment in the five
subject areas to identify areas of strength and weakness for
the purpose of individual goal setting.
8. Identify and discuss the survey section of the GED test.
(5 hours)
B. COMPREHENSION
STRATEGIES AND SKILLS
1. Demonstrate effective reading techniques such as skimming
and scanning.
2. Skim a lesson identifying headings, words in bold, and
illustrations to form a general impression of the material to be
Apply effective comprehension
studied.
techniques when using GED
preparation materials and
3. Take notes while reading, jotting down key terms, concepts,
taking tests.
proper names, and titles.
4. Formulate questions similar in format and content to questions
presented in the lesson.
5. Review lessons, using self-questioning techniques.
6. Restate given information.
7. Summarize ideas from given passages.
8. Discuss implications of a given situation.
9. Distinguish facts from hypotheses or opinions.
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10. Identify implications of a given set of circumstances.
11. Identify cause and effect relationships.
12. Use given or remembered ideas in a context other than that
provided.
13. Distinguish a conclusion from supporting statements.
14. Identify unstated assumptions.
15. Analyze relationships of component ideas.
16. Assess the adequacy or appropriateness of data to
substantiate hypotheses, conclusions, or generalizations.
17. Assess the accuracy of data as determined by documentation
or proof.
18. Analyze, interpret and draw inferences from pictorial,
graphical, and tabular information, such as:
a. maps
b. graphs
c. cartoons
d. diagrams
e. timelines
f. scales
g. meters
h. gauges
19. Apply information from graphics to concrete events and
situations.
20. Evaluate the validity or accuracy of information or methods
based on provided or assumed criteria.
21. Find logical fallacies in arguments.
22. Evaluate the effect of values on beliefs and decision-making.
23. Apply information and ideas from a text to a situation different
from that described.
(30 hours)
C. LANGUAGE ARTS
Writing Skills
Apply knowledge of the
conventions of English
grammar, mechanics, usage,
sentence structure, and
paragraph and essay
organization in the context of
personal and business
communication and other
informational documents.
1. Capitalize first words and other appropriate words in a
sentence.
2. Use commas properly in different kinds of sentences.
3. Use end punctuation correctly.
4. Use direct and internal quotation marks correctly.
5. Use apostrophes to form possessive words and contractions.
6. Use direct and internal quotation marks correctly.
7. Use colons and semi-colons correctly.
8. Differentiate between homonyms and other closely related
words.
9. Memorize basic spelling rules.
10. Correct spelling errors of words within sentences.
11. Identify the singular and plural forms of subjects and verbs.
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Demonstrate correct subject-verb agreement.
Demonstrate use of correct tenses of verbs.
Demonstrate correct use of plural and possessive nouns.
Edit sentences and paragraphs for consistent use of verb
tenses.
Demonstrate knowledge of correct pronoun reference.
Choose pronouns which express ideas clearly.
Demonstrate correct use of adverbs and adjectives.
Distinguish complete from incomplete sentences.
Correct incomplete sentences.
Correct run-on sentences.
Identify complete sentences.
Modify faulty sentence structure.
Re-write existing sentences using a different structure.
Combine sentences.
Demonstrate subordination of clauses to the main idea of a
sentence.
Express ideas clearly.
Identify cause-and-effect relationships within sentences and
paragraphs.
Identify correct usage, sentence structure, and mechanics in
sentences within paragraphs.
Reorganize a paragraph to demonstrate proper chronological
order.
Edit errors of usage, sentence structure, and mechanics in
sentences within paragraphs.
Evaluate, edit, and revise essays by: choosing the best topic
sentence, moving sentences to improve the flow of ideas,
removing irrelevant details, and dividing and combining
paragraphs.
(20 hours)
D. LANGUAGE: WRITING
The Essay
Formulate a thesis and
support it using appropriate
evidence, detail, and
argument strategies.
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Read and discuss the GED Essay Scoring Guide.
Evaluate sample essays according to the GED Essay
Scoring Guide 1 (Indequate); 2 (Marginal); 3 (Adequate); 4
(Effective).
Use brainstorming techniques such as lists and idea maps to
generate ideas for an essay.
Formulate a thesis in response to a given topic.
Use prewriting strategies such as clustering, idea circles, and
grouping and labeling to generate evidence, details, and
argument strategies to support a thesis.
Organize the material into outline form.
Edit and reorganize the outline.
Compose a first draft of an essay consisting of an
introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
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(20 hours)
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E. SOCIAL STUDIES:
United States History
Demonstrate a basic
knowledge of United States
history and identify key
themes.
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(10 hours)
Edit a first draft for errors of usage, sentence structure,
spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.
Revise a first draft of an essay by improving word choice and
strengthening support of the thesis
Plan and write and essay in response to an essay prompt in
45 minutes.
Use the GED Essay Scoring Guide, individually or
collaboratively, to evaluate a timed essay.
Discuss the multicultural nature of U.S. society.
Explain how occurrences in Europe led to the exploration and
colonization of the New World.
Identify factors which led to the Revolutionary War.
Explain how the thirteen colonies united into one country.
Describe the inter-relationship of domestic and foreign policy
during the first fifty years of American history.
Explain how sectionalism led to the Civil War.
Describe the effect of the Civil War on the South.
Analyze the effect of post-Civil War industrial growth on
United States demographic trends, immigration, and living
conditions.
Discuss how technology has changed work and working
conditions in the United States.
Explain how economic problems of early twentieth-century
America changed the role of the federal government in the
lives of Americans.
Identify events which changed United States foreign policy
from isolationism to internationalism in the twentieth century.
Describe the emergence of the United States as a world
power in the twentieth century.
Describe the role of the United States in international affairs
in the post World War II world.
Identify how Americans gained some of their rights and
freedoms.
Identify major issues in American domestic affairs since
World War II.
Explain some implications of recent events on future
domestic and foreign policy.
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F. SOCIAL STUDIES:
World History
Demonstrate a basic
knowledge of themes in world
history.
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Explores the effect of technology on world history, including
the development of agriculture and the rise of cities.
Discuss the impact of the Industrial Revolution on the world.
Analyze the connection between industrialization and
imperialism.
Analyze the relationship between nationalism and nation
building.
Identify the roots of democracy in Athens and trace its
development through the age of revolution to the present.
Discuss the break up of the Soviet Union and the adoption of
democratic ways in Eastern Europe.
(6 hours)
G. SOCIAL STUDIES
Economics
Demonstrate a basic
knowledge of economics.
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Define economics.
Apply the concepts of consumer, producer, supply, and
demand to analyze real-life economic activity.
Differentiate among the economic systems of capitalism,
communism, and socialism.
Discuss major components of the free enterprise system.
Differentiate among various banking institutions.
Evaluate the impact of the United States government on the
economy.
Evaluate the affects of the global economy on employment in
the United States.
Explain how tax revenues are collected and distributed.
Describe various measures of economic activity, such as
inflation, depression, recession, consumer price index (CPI),
and gross national product (GNP).
Describe the role of labor in the economy.
Discuss the impact of international economic trends on
individual countries.
Interpret the economic implications of charts and graphs.
Assess the adequacy of economic data to support
conclusions and infer cause and effect.
(9 hours)
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H. SOCIAL STUDIES
Civics and Government
Demonstrate a basic
knowledge of political science.
1.
Differentiate among the features of various major forms of
government.
2. Summarize and compare and contrast American political
philosophy as expressed in the Declaration of
Independence and Articles of Confederation.
3. Explain how the United Stated Constitution provides for the
distribution of political power.
4. Categorize the duties of the three branches of the federal
government.
5. Identify the rights and responsibilities of citizens of the
United States.
6. Explain the role of compromise in the ratification of the
constitution.
7. Explain the constitutional amendment process.
8. Compare the powers allocated to federal, state, and local
government structures.
9. Describe the American electoral process on federal, state,
and local levels.
10. Assess the role of the United States as an economic and
military power in international politics.
11. Describe the functions of major international organizations,
such as United Nations, UNICEF, World Health
Organization (WHO), International Labor Organization
(ILO), military alliances such as NATO, and regional
economic and political alliances, such as the European
Economic Community (EEC) and Organization of
American States (OAS).
(10 hours)
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SOCIAL STUDIES:
Geography
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Demonstrate a basic
knowledge of geography.
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Analyze the relationship between human development and
the environment.
Identify unique characteristics of place, including climate and
landforms.
Discuss the division of the world into regions based on
human and physical characteristics.
Identify the geographic factors that impact human life and
culture.
Distinguish between topographic maps, which show the
surface features of an area, and thematic maps, which can
present other kinds of geographic information, such as
migration routes or crop production.
(6 hours)
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SCIENCE:
Themes in Science
Demonstrate basic knowledge
of scientific principles,
concepts, and methods used
in biology, earth science,
chemistry, and physics.
1. Describe the characteristics of a scientist.
2. Explain key unifying concepts in science, including systems,
order, and organization.
3. Explain fundamental processes in science, including change,
constancy, evolution, equilibrium, and entropy.
4. Explain scientific method.
5. Discuss milestones in the history of science and technology.
6. Describe major fields of science.
7. Analyze and evaluate scientific material by distinguishing facts
from opinions and hypotheses.
8. Explain the steps in a scientific experiment.
9. Identify tools used by scientists.
10. Use metric measurements in solving problems.
(12 hours)
K. SCIENCE
Biology
1. Identify parts of a cell.
2. Describe functions of the parts of a cell.
3. Discuss the implications of the cellular composition of all living
things.
Demonstrate a basic
knowledge of plant and animal 4. Describe the process of reproduction.
science and human biology
5. Explain how genetic characteristics are transferred to offspring.
6. Describe the structure of complex biological organisms.
7. Explain the interaction between an antigen and the immune
system.
8. Define the five kingdoms or taxonomic groups of life forms.
9. Distinguish among photosynthesis, absorption, and ingestion
as means of nutrition.
10. Explain the interdependence of living things.
11. Explain the interdependence of an ecosystem.
12. Evaluate the impact of a change in habitat.
13. Define behavior.
14. Explain how different kinds of behavior are manifested by
organisms of different levels of complexity.
15. Explain the process of evolution.
(12 hours)
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L. SCIENCE
Earth and Space Science
Demonstrate a basic
knowledge of earth and space
science.
(12 hours)
M. SCIENCE
Chemistry
Demonstrate a basic
knowledge of chemistry.
1. Describe the formation of the universe and solar system.
2. Explain the Copernican theory and the earthʼs place in the
solar system.
3. Explain the relationship between gravitational force and the
structure of the universe.
4. Describe the earth's structure and composition.
5. Explain how the earth is undergoing constant change.
6. Describe the water cycle.
7. Describe the rock cycle.
8. Explain the function of earth's atmosphere.
9. Explain how weather patterns operate.
10. List sources of energy.
11. Discuss the relationship between fossil fuels and the
greenhouse effect.
1. Define matter.
2. Describe the properties of matter.
3. Apply knowledge of the states of matter to the classification of
ordinary household items.
4. Explain what atoms and molecules are and how they
combine.
5. Describe the role of protons, neutrons, and electrons in the
structure of matter.
6. Use a periodic table to illustrate the properties of elements.
7. Explain how substances can be combined into compounds,
mixtures, and solutions.
8. Interpret a chemical equation and explain the chemical
reaction it represents.
9. Evaluate an everyday occurrence and explain how it illustrates
the concept of conservation of matter.
10. List the products of a chemical reaction between an acid and
a base.
11. Explain how energy is transferred during a chemical reaction.
12. Describe the properties of radioactive materials.
13. Explain how carbon dating is used to determine the age of
objects.
(12 hours)
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N. SCIENCE
Physics
Understand the relationship
between energy, work, and
power.
1. Explain the forces which affect motion.
2. Explain the relationship between force and distance in the
scientific definition of work.
3. Compare and contrast the properties of heat, water, sound,
electromagnetic, and electrical energy.
4. Analyze and discuss an everyday event in terms of kinetic and
potential energy.
5. Explain the relationship between heat and mechanical energy.
6. Describe the properties of waves.
7. Describe the properties of light.
8. Explain how electricity is a basic property of all matter.
9. Describe the relationship between magnetism and electricity.
10. Describe how nuclear fission and nuclear fusion convert matter
into energy.
11. Describe how various branches of science interrelate with each
other and outside fields of study.
12. Explain how science knowledge is applied to real world
problems.
13. Evaluate and discuss the use of water, solar, geothermal, and
wind energy as alternatives to fossil fuels.
(12 hours)
O. LANGUAGE ARTS
Reading
Comprehend, interpret, and
analyze literary texts, including
prose fiction, poetry, and
drama; and nonfiction texts,
including biography and
autobiography, editorials,
speeches, reviews of visual
representation and business
documents.
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Analyze various elements of style and structure in a given
text, including tone, mood, diction, and use of figurative
language, to determine how these elements contribute to
overall effect.
Identify specific details from a text that reveal an authorʼs bias.
Analyze a given passage for elements of style and structure.
Discuss how elements of style and structure relate to the
effect of a given passage
Explain how literature is different from other forms of written
expression.
Define criticism/commentary.
Distinguish fiction from other forms of written expression.
Identify and discuss different types of nonfiction texts,
including business communication; movie, television, and
book reviews; biography, autobiography; editorials, magazine
features, and newspaper articles.
Differentiate between fiction and nonfiction.
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10. Apply the following concepts to the understanding and
analysis of a text:
a. story element
b. plot
c. character
d. motivation
e. authorʼs viewpoint
f. authorʼs purpose
11. Explain how dramatic literature differs from other forms of
literature.
12. Apply the following concepts to the understanding and
analysis of a text:
a. figurative language
b. metaphor
c. simile
d. personification
e. rhythm
f. rhyme
13. Describe and analyze literary techniques employed in poem.
14. Explain how poetry differs from prose.
15. Interpret the theme of a poem.
16. Explain how commentary and criticism differ from other forms
of writing.
17. Discuss commentary, criticism, and editorials on both a literal
and inferential level.
18. Analyze commentary and editorials for tone, authorʼs point of
view and purpose, and bias.
(40 hours)
P. MATHEMATICS
Whole Numbers
Understand how to solve
problems using whole
numbers.
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Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.
Round off whole numbers.
Use distance and cost formulas.
Use powers and square roots of whole numbers.
Calculate the perimeter and area of plane areas.
Calculate the volume of solid figures.
Apply the commutative, associative, and distributive
properties of numbers.
Apply the order of operations to solve a math problem.
Calculate the mean and median of a set of numbers.
Define key terms of arithmetic.
Apply problem-solving strategies to solve multi-step
problems.
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Apply a five-step process to solve word problems based on a
reading passage.
Estimate the best solution to a problem.
Set up solutions to word problems.
Use a number grid to record an answer.
(10 hours)
Q. MATHEMATICS
Fractions
Understand how to solve
problems using fractions.
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Reduce fractions to lower terms and raise fractions to higher
terms.
Interchange forms of fractions.
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions.
Calculate the fraction one number is of another.
Identify key terms associated with fractions.
Solve distance and cost problems containing fractions.
Use powers and square roots of fractions.
Use and interchange standard units of measure.
Solve perimeter, area, and volume problems containing
fractions.
Compare and order fractions.
Set up ratios and proportions.
Solve proportion and word problems.
Calculate the probability of an event.
Solve multi-step proportion problems.
Set up solutions to word problems.
Solve problems when extraneous information is given.
(10 hours)
R. MATHEMATICS
Decimals
Understand how to solve
problems using decimals.
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Read and write decimals.
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals.
Convert between fractions and decimals.
Round off decimals.
Solve word problems containing decimals.
Use powers and square roots of decimals.
Use metric units of measurement.
Solve perimeter, area, and volume problems containing
decimals.
Calculate the circumference of a circle.
Calculate the volume of a cylinder.
Compare and order decimals.
Explain travel problems to calculate distance.
Analyze whether all information necessary to solve a problem
is given.
(8 hours)
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S. MATHEMATICS
Ratio and Proportion
Understand how to solve
Problems using proportion.
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Use ratios to compare values.
Identify elements, cross products, and the steps in solving a
proportion.
Use proportion to solve a word problem.
(7 hours)
T. MATHEMATICS
Percents
Understand how to solve
problems using percents.
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Convert between percents and decimals.
Convert between fractions and percents.
Calculate a percent of a number.
Calculate what percent one number is of another.
Calculate a number when a percent of it is given.
Solve word problems (including multi-step problems)
containing percents.
Use the formula for calculating interest.
Use percent in comparisons.
(8 hours)
U. MATHEMATICS
Measurement
Use the English and metric
systems to estimate and
calculate.
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Estimate and calculate using the English system of
measurement.
Estimate and calculate using the metric system.
Solve for the perimeter and area of regular and irregular
shapes.
Use proportions to convert measurements.
Use scales, meters, and gauges for measurement.
(6 hours)
V.
MATHEMATICS
Data Analysis and
Probability
Understand how to read and
interpret data.
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3.
Interpret pictographs, tables, circle graphs, bar graphs, and
line graphs.
Solve problems from information given in graphs.
Express probability as a fraction, as a decimal, as a percent,
or as a ratio.
(5 hours)
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W. MATHEMATICS
Formulas and Problems
Solving
1. Solve word problems.
2. Translate given contexts into arithmetic and/or algebraic
language.
3. Use given formulas to solve arithmetic, algebraic, and
geometric problems.
Apply knowledge of
mathematics, whole numbers, 4. Apply common geometry formulas in problem-solving
fractions, decimals, percents,
situations.
graphs, algebra, and geometry 5. Interpret charts, graphs, tables, and illustrations, applying this
to solve mathematics
comprehension to solving problems.
problems.
(10 hours)
X. MATHEMATICS
Algebra
Understand algebraic
concepts and apply them to
solve problems.
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Use a number line.
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide signed numbers.
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide monomials.
Write algebraic expressions
Apply the order of operations.
Solve inequalities.
Write algebraic expressions and equations.
Multiply binomials.
Factor binomials and quadratic equations.
Use factoring to simplify square roots.
Solve quadratic equations.
Solve various algebra problems.
Solve algebraic word problems.
(10 hours)
Y. MATHEMATICS
Geometry
Understand geometric
concepts and apply them to
solve problems.
1. Identify angles by name according to how many degrees they
contain.
2. Identify pairs of angles.
3. Use parallel lines and transversals to solve problems.
4. Identify various kinds of triangles.
5. Describe the properties of various kinds of triangles.
6. Compare similar and congruent figures.
7. Solve problems using the Pythagorean theorem.
8. Calculate perimeter and circumference using the perimeter and
circumference formulas that appear on the GED test.
9. Calculate area and volume using the formulas that appear on
the GED test.
10. Solve word problems using formulas for perimeter,
circumference, area, and volume.
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11. Identify sine, cosine, and tangent.
12. Use a scientific calculator to determine sine, cosine, and
tangent.
13. Locate points on the rectangular coordinate system.
14. Calculate distance between points on the rectangular
coordinate system.
15. Graph linear equations.
16. Graph quadratic equations.
17. Calculate slope and intercept.
18. Solve geometry problems using algebra.
(8 hours)
Z. MATHEMATICS
Calculator Skills
Understand the skills
necessary for the use of the
official calculator on the math
section of the GED test
1. Recognize basic key functions:
a. power on
b. clear ©
c. power on/all clear (AC)
d. decimal point
e. shift
f. change key function
g. digit or number key
2. Recognize basic calculation keys:
a. addition
b. subtraction
c. multiplication
d. division
e. equal
2. Recognize special keys:
a. fraction key
b. percent key
c. exponent
d. Pi
e. sign change
f. square root
g. open/close parentheses.
(2 hours)
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SUGGESTED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS and OTHER RESOURCES
TEXTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS
Contemporary/Wright Group/McGraw-Hill
220 East Danieldale Road
DeSoto TX 75115-2490
www.WrightGroup.com
(800) 621-1918
TEXTS
Contemporaryʼs GED Satellite Series, McGraw-Hill/Contemporary, 2002.
Language Arts, Writing
Social Studies
Science
Language Arts, Reading
Mathematics
(0-8092-2228-0)
(0-8092-2229-9)
(0-8092-2230-2)
(0-8092-2231-0)
(0-8092-2232-9)
Contemporaryʼs GED Essay, McGraw-Hill/Contemporary, 2002. (0-07-252758-7)
Contemporaryʼs GED Instructor Resource Binder. McGraw-Hill/Contemporary, 2002. (0-07-284936-3)
Contemporaryʼs Complete GED. McGraw-Hill, Contemporary, 2002. (0-8-92-9469-9)
Contemporaryʼs The GED Math Problem Solver Student Text. McGraw-Hill/Contemporary, 2002.
(0-07-252755-2)
Contemporaryʼs The GED Math Problem Solver-Teacherʼs Guide. McGraw-Hill/Contemporary, 2002. (007-252756-0)
SOFTWARE
Contemporaryʼs MHC Interactive: GED Integrated Online Solution
12 Month Virtual Seat (0-07-294506-0)
Contemporaryʼs MHC Interactive: GED
Windows Single User License (0-07-250328-9)
TECHNOLOGY
Casio fx-260 Calculator (0-07-252545-2)
Casio OH-260 Overhead (0-07-252546-0)
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(continued)
ASSESSMENT
Contemporaryʼs Assessment Program for the GED, McGraw-Hill/Contemporary, 2002.
Full-Length Diagnostic Form CD1 (5-Pack)
Full-Length Diagnostic Form CD2 (5-Pack)
Half-Length Predictor Form CP1 (5-Pack)
Half-Length Predictor Form CP2 (5-Pack)
Administratorʼs Guide with Scoring Templates
Universal Answer Sheet Booklet (25 Pack)
(0-07-282212-0)
(0-07-282214-7)
(0-07-282216-3)
(0-07-282220-1)
(0-07-282208-2)
(0-07-282210-4)
Kentucky Educational Television Enterprises
560 Cooper Drive
Lexington, KY 40502-2200
800.354.9067
www.ket.org/enterprise
Arlene Mickley
818.898.3340
[email protected]
TEXTS
KET GED Connection: Mathematics Workbook. KET Enterprises, 2002.
KET GED Connection: Science/Social Studies Workbook. KET Enterprises, 2002.
KET GED Connection: Language Arts Reading/Writing Workbook. KET Enterprises, 2002.
TECHNOLOGY
KET GED Connection DVDs
Program 1:
Program 2:
Program 3:
Program 4:
Program 5:
Program 6:
Program 7:
Program 8:
Program 9:
Program 10:
Program 11:
Program 12:
Program 13:
Program 14:
Orientation
Passing the GED Writing Test
Getting Ideas on Paper
The Writing Process
Organized Writing
Writing Style and Word Choice
Effective Sentences
Grammar and Usage
Spelling Punctuation and Capitalization
The GED Essay
Passing the GED Reading Test
Nonfiction
Fiction
Poetry
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Program 37:
Program 38:
Program 39:
Drama
Passing the GED Social Studies Test
Themes in U.S. History
Themes In World History
Economics
Civics and Government
Geography
Passing the GED Science Test
Life Science
Earth and Space Science
Chemistry
Physics
Passing the GED Math Test
Number Sense
Problem Solving
Decimals
Fractions
Ratio, Proportion, and Percents
Measurement
Formulas
Geometry
Data Analysis
Statistics and Probability
Introduction to Algebra
Special Topics in Algebra and Geometry
ONLINE MATERIALS
GED Video Partners Workbooks
California Distance Learning Project
cdluponline.org
Steck-Vaughn, Division of Harcourt Company
P.O. Box 690789
Orlando, FL 32819-0789
(800) 531-5015
GED Instructorʼs Resource Guide. Steck-Vaughn/Harcourt, 2002. (0-7398-2940-8)
GED Skill Book for Mathematics: The Calculator. Steck-Vaughn/Harcourt, 2002. (0-7398-4669-8)
GED: Essay, Steck-Vaughn/Harcourt, 2001. (0739828320)
GED: Language Arts, Writing, Steck-Vaughn/Harcourt, 2001. (0739828312).
GED: Social Studies, Steck-Vaughn, 2001. (0739828347)
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(continued)
GED: Science., Steck-Vaughn/Harcourt, 2001. (00739828339)
GED: Language Arts, Reading, Steck-Vaughn/Harcourt, 2001. (0739828363)
GED: Mathematics, Steck Vaughn-Harcourt, 2001. (0739828355)
GED 2002 Series Official Practice Tests. GED Testing Service American Council on Education, SteckVaughn, Division of Harcourt Company, 2001.
Official GED Practice Tests Form PA (0739854429)
Official GED Practice Tests Form PB (0739854437)
Official GED Practice Tests Form PC (0739854445)
Official GED Practice Tests Form PD (0739885677)
Official GED Practice Tests Administratorʼs Manual, Steck-Vaughn/Harcourt, 2002. (0739854399)
RESOURCE PERSONS
Subject Area Supervisor
Subject Area Advisers
State Department of Education Consultant
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TEACHING STRATEGIES AND EVALUATION
METHODS AND PROCEDURES
A. Lecture and discussion
B. Small group problem-solving and discussion
C. Teacher-generated reading and writing assignments
D. Individualized reading and writing assignments from GED preparation books
E. Independent study including reading and writing assignments and video/DVD viewing
F. Multi-media presentation including GED video programs via broadcast on KLCS or
videocassette/DVD.
EVALUATION
A. Diagnostic and practice tests
B. Teacher developed tests based on the competencies in this course outline.
C. Class participation
D. Written assignments
E. Teacher evaluation
Thirty semester units of elective credit can be granted by achievement of passing scores in all areas of
the Tests of General Educational Development or achievement of a GED composite score of 2250
(minimum 410 on any individual test) on "The Official GED Practice Test".
A student demonstrating competency in one or more sections of the GED Test Preparation course by
either passing a section of the GED tests or achieving a GED score of 450 or better on "The Official GED
Practice Test," will not be required to complete the competencies for that section of the course in this
outline in order to receive credit.
Statement for Civil Rights
All educational and vocational opportunities are offered without regard to race,
color, national origin, gender, or disability.
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