ABE/GED/ACE Online

ABE/GED/ACE/CRC OnlineWhat is Distance Learning?Education for students working at home with little face-to-face contact with instructorsMaterial provided through the internet, television, or mailFor students who cannot attend a traditional class because of time or transportation issuesOnline students should feel comfortable using computers.

How is Distance Learning Different?Is a distance learning class easier or more difficult than a traditional class?Distance learning can be more difficultNot much face-to-face time with teachersMany distractions at home (beware)Distance learning is more convenient, not easier

Course ExpectationsFollow class instructionsMust do 10 hours of class work each week (only about 6% of your entire week)Stay in contact with the instructorAttend testing session at the end of the semesterAttend all testing appointmentsBe professional in all forms of communication

How to Use Contemporarys ITTS, Pre-GED, GED programClick the link on the GED/ACE Online page to access your course workEnter User Name and PasswordClick Log In

Career Readiness Certification (CRC)

Lots of companies, even local ones, are requiring the CRCYou may score a bronze, silver, or gold

You can study and take your first test with us for free!

Ask your instructor to add you to Career Ready 101 and begin practicing

6How to Use ProgramSubjects are assigned based on the students TABE scores

Study Plan MenuBegin assigned units by taking the PretestWhen you master the Pretest (80% or better), the entire unit and its lessons move to the Mastered Units list at the bottom of the Study Plan

Study Plan MenuYou may choose to review the Pretest with the correct answers and explanations.

Once a unit is mastered (at least 80%), you can review the lessons but are not required to take the quizzes or Posttest.

Study PlanThis menu appears after the student clicks on the View Lessons button. The lessons with a green check mark indicate the lesson is mastered. The lessons with a red X indicate the lesson is not mastered and displaya Start Review button.

Navigating LessonsYou navigate through the lessons by clicking the numbers on the number bar at the right or by clicking the More or Next button at the bottom of the screen.

Glossary with AudioClicking on any of the blue highlighted words in a lesson launches a glossary. Clicking on the audio icon allows you to hear the word and definition.

How to Use the ProgramWhen you finish with all scores to 80%, notify your instructor so the next level can be added.

GED Test InfoReading, Writing, Math, Science, Social StudiesPassing score is 2250Must have a minimum of 410 on each testSo, get higher in strong areas!Must pass the practice test before receiving referral. Cost is $25.00-due before first official GED testMust have government issued ID to take test

Make Your Own ScheduleDistance learning is more convenient because you get to make your own scheduleSchedule time to do class work and stick to that scheduleLets look at an example

Schedule Example

StudentOnline Work - XNameClass[42]SunMonTueWedThurFriSat6am:307am:15:30:458am:15:30:459am:15:30:4510am:15:30:4511am:15:30:4512PM:15:30:451PMXX:15XX:30XX:45XX2PM:15:30:453PMXXX:15XXX:30XXX:45XXX4PM:15:30:455PM:306PMX:30X7PMX:30X8PM:309PM:30Life Long Learning80% of todays jobs require some form of post-secondary education85% of our students receive some form of financial aid (Dont let money stop you!)It is important that you do the work and finish!

Get Started!Do at least TEN hours every weekAlways review missed questionsContact your instructor if you have questions-never leave a question unanswered!Tutoring is availableDont give up, you can do it!Use your handout as a checklist to succeed