Laurie Ann Callihan - CLEP® Natural Sciences Book + Online

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CLEP Natural Sciences with Online Practice Exams

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ISBN-13: 978-0-7386-1207-2

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CLEPNATURAL
SCIENCES

Access Your Online Exams

by following the instructions
found at the back of this book.

CONTENTS

Online Diagnostic Test

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ABOUT OUR AUTHORS

Laurie Ann Callihan, Ph.D., received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from San Diego Christian College in El Cajon, California. She received her Ph.D. in Science Education as a University Fellow at Florida State University. She has extensive writing, speaking, and teaching experience. Her publications include REAs CLEP Biology with Online Exams and other REA titles and journal articles. She is an internationally known speaker on education, having been the keynote speaker at state and local education conventions throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. In addition to years of study, curriculum development, and teaching Biology and Physical Science, her current research focuses on development of effective teaching methods and tools for conceptual understanding.

David Callihan earned a Bachelor of Science in Geophysics from San Diego Christian College in El Cajon, California and a Masters in Science Education at Florida State University. He currently teaches physical science and mathematics at Bishop Hall Charter School in Thomasville (Thomas County), Georgia. He began his teaching career at DeSoto Middle School in Arcadia, Florida, where he was recognized as the top-performing teacher based on AYP results. Prior to becoming a teacher, Mr. Callihan had a successful career in manufacturing, oil exploration, and high technology sales. Mr. Callihan is a Zero-G teacher coach, and has worked with the Florida Space Grant Consortium, the Center for Oceanic Studies in Educational Excellence, and the Florida Institute of Phosphate Research.

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CHAPTER 1

Passing the CLEP
Natural Sciences Exam

CHAPTER 1

PASSING THE CLEP
NATURAL SCIENCES EXAM

Congratulations! Youre joining the millions of people who have discovered the value and educational advantage offered by the College Boards College-Level Examination Program, or CLEP. This test prep focuses on what you need to know to succeed on the CLEP Natural Sciences exam, and will help you earn the college credit you deserve while reducing your tuition costs.

GETTING STARTED

There are many different ways to prepare for a CLEP exam. Whats best for you depends on how much time you have to study and how comfortable you are with the subject matter. To score your highest, you need a system that can be customized to fit you: your schedule, your learning style, and your current level of knowledge.

This book, and the online tools that come with it, allow you to create a personalized study plan through three simple steps: assessment of your knowledge, targeted review of exam content, and reinforcement in the areas where you need the most help.

Lets get started and see how this system works.

THE REA STUDY CENTER

The best way to personalize your study plan is to get feedback on what you know and what you dont know. At the online REA Study Center, you can access two types of assessment: a diagnostic exam and full-length practice exams. Each of these tools provides true-to-format questions and delivers a detailed score report that follows the topics set by the College Board.

Diagnostic Exam

Before you begin your review with the book, take the online diagnostic exam. Use your score report to help evaluate your overall understanding of the subject, so you can focus your study on the topics where you need the most review.