Online Class: GED Test Preparation

An e-course preparing you to take the GED (General Educational Development) test. GED testing format is explained and broken down to highlight the 5 testing areas along with the content each of these sections covers. Course will provide resources from test tips and strategies, practice tests and recommended books, to researched netlinks.

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  • 96
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  • 37
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  • 3.7
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Course Description

Master the GED: Your Gateway to a Brighter Future

In the dynamic landscape of modern education, the GED (General Educational Development) test serves as a pivotal milestone for many. Whether you’re aiming to accelerate your academic journey or unlock new vocational avenues, obtaining your GED can be transformative. Our meticulously designed online course serves as the ultimate compass to guide you through this essential rite of passage.

Why Our Course Stands Out:

  • Comprehensive Insights: Dive deep into the architecture of the GED test. We demystify the format, illuminating the core areas and content ensuring you're well-prepared for every twist and turn.

  • Resource-Rich Learning: From astute test-taking strategies to enlightening exercises and assignments, our course is brimming with tools to propel your GED preparation to stellar heights. Supplement your learning with our curated netlinks, offering deep-dives into critical topics — all at your own pace.

  • Holistic Coverage: The GED is a vast ocean of knowledge, segmented into four crucial streams: Reasoning through Language Arts, Social Studies, Science Studies, and Mathematical Reasoning. While you won't be expected to know every ripple and wave, understanding the major currents is paramount. Our course, acting as your navigator, provides concise summaries and an abundance of practice resources for each pivotal topic.

In a world where knowledge truly is power, our GED prep course stands as a beacon for those eager to harness their potential. Whether you're reigniting past aspirations or embarking on a fresh academic endeavor, this course is tailored to ensure you walk into the GED test center with confidence and walk out with triumph.

Embrace this opportunity, enroll with us, and let's chart a course to a brighter, more promising future. Your success story starts here!

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  • 6 Months to Complete
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  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
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Course Lessons

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Introduction for GED Preparation

1 Points
This introductory lesson reviews information about the GED Test, such as what is on the test, where to take the test, and strategies for preparing for the test.
  • Lesson discussions: Is this your first online course?; Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete: Introduction Assignment

Reasoning Through Language Arts Test (RLA)

0 Points
A review of this section of the GED exam

Basic English Usage, Grammar and Mechanics Practice pt.1

57 Points
Topics include: fragments, run-on sentences and comma splices, combing sentences with conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, using active and passive voice, sentence structure and types of GED questions, dangling and misplaced modifiers, and parallel s Additional lesson topics: How to Understand the Difference Between Active and Passive Voice; Avoiding Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers; The Subordinate Conjunction; Sentence Fragments
  • Assessment: Sentence Structure Exam
  • Assessment: Sentence Structure Practice 1
  • Assessment: Sentence Structure Practice 2
  • Assessment: Sentence Structure Practice 3
  • Assessment: Sentence Structure Practice 4
  • Assessment: Sentence Structure Practice 5
  • Assessment: Sentence Structure Practice 6

Basic English Usage, Grammar and Mechanics Practice pt.2

40 Points
Topics include: capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. Additional lesson topics: Capitalization and Punctuation Rules
  • Assessment: Mechanics Exam
  • Assessment: Mechanics Practice 1
  • Assessment: Mechanics Practice 2
  • Assessment: Mechanics Practice 3

Basic English Usage, Grammar and Mechanics Practice pt.3

23 Points
Topics include: Paragraph composition, topic sentences, and unity and coherence within a paragraph. Additional lesson topics: Basic Paragraph Structure; Paragraph Structure
  • Assessment: Organization Exam
  • Assessment: Organization Practice

Reading Comprehension Practice

25 Points
Reading Comprehension strategies will be discussed with a focus on the point of view used in reading and writing. Additional lesson topics: Common Themes; Elements of Literature; Understanding Point of View
  • Assessment: Language Arts, Reading Exam 1-3
  • Assessment: Language Arts, Reading Quiz 1-3

Interpreting Fictional Text

25 Points
This lesson will focus on understanding how to interpret fictional writing Additional lesson topics: Characterization; Interpreting Fiction; Drama
  • Assessment: Language Arts, Reading Exam 6
  • Assessment: Language Arts, Reading Quiz 6

Interpreting Nonfiction Text

63 Points
In this lesson, we're going to learn how to read and interpret nonfiction in preparation for your GED test. Additional lesson topics: Biographical Criticism; Nonfiction
  • Assessment: Language Arts, Reading Exam 7-8
  • Assessment: Language Arts and Reading Review Test
  • Assessment: Language Arts, Reading Quiz 7-8

Writing Practice

8 Points
This lesson will break down how to write on the GED exam
  • Review 4 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Essay Question 1 Exam
  • Assessment: Essay Practice 1

MATHEMATICAL REASONING TEST

0 Points
This lesson will go over information and formatting that will be on the Mathematics Exam.

Whole Numbers and Operations

30 Points
Lesson topics include Basic Operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division), and solving word problems with Basic Operations. Additional lesson topics: Multiplication Topics; Division Topics; Subtraction Topics; Order of Operations; Solving Basic Math Word Problems Video ; Addition Topics
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Whole Numbers & Operations Practice

Number Properties, Exponents, Roots

27 Points
Lesson topics include powers, exponents and square roots, as well as Order of Operations Additional lesson topics: How to find a square root of a number; Order of Operations; List of Perfect Squares; Exponents: Basic Rules
  • Review Practice Worksheet: AssignmentPractice21.pdf
  • Assessment: Number Sense Practice

Decimal Numbers

25 Points
Lesson topics include place value and ordering decimals, decimal operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). Additional lesson topics: Decimal: Place Value; Subtracting Decimals; Dividing Decimals; Adding Decimals; Scientific Notation; Rounding Decimals; Multiplying Decimals; Comparing Decimals
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Decimal Numbers Practice

Fractions and Fraction Operations

29 Points
Lesson topics include fractions and fraction operations, types of fractions, and operations with fractions Additional lesson topics: Adding and Subtracting Fractions; Multiplying Mixed Fractions; Dividing Fractions; Comparing Fractions; Fractions; Multiplying Fractions
  • Review Practice Worksheet: AssignmentPRACTICE42.pdf
  • Assessment: Fractions & Fraction Operations Practice

Percents

25 Points
Lesson topics include converting percents to fractions and decimals (and vice versa!), and solving percent problems and interest problems. Additional lesson topics: Converting Between Decimals, Fractions and Percents; Solving Percent Problems Video
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Percents Practice

Number Relationships

25 Points
Lesson topics include signed numbers, and multiplying & dividing signed numbers Additional lesson topics: Absolute Value; Signed Integers
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Number Relationships Practice

Rates, Ratios and Proportions

24 Points
Lesson topics include ratios, rates, and proportions Additional lesson topics: Ratio and Rates Video; Solving Simple Interest Problems; Interpret Tables Practice; Proportions: Introduction; Application of Proportions Video
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Statistics & Data Analysis Practice

Probability

24 Points
Lesson topics include probability, probability range, and dependent probability. Additional lesson topics:
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Probability Practice

Data Analysis

25 Points
Lesson topics include measures of central tendency, finding the range, finding the mean, finding the median, finding the mode, and interpreting charts, tables and graphs. Additional lesson topics: Data; Interpret Tables Practice
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Data Analysis Practice

Algebra and Algebraic Expressions

25 Points
Lesson topics include algebra expressions & equations, one-step and multi-step algebra equations, word problems, simplifying expressions inequalities, graphing and multiplying expressions Additional lesson topics: Basic Graphing; Learn to Solve Word Problems; Solving Equations and Inequalities; Practice Multi Step Expressions; Algebraic Expression Video; Simplifying Expressions; Multiplying Algebraic Expressions; Algebra Factoring; Distance Between Several Distance
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Algebra Practice

Algebraic Operations

11 Points
In this lesson, you will learn (or review) how to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in the context of algebra. Additional lesson topics: Practice quiz on Order of Operations; Quiz on the Order of Operations; Quiz on Properties of Equality; Algebraic Properties of Equality
  • Assessment: Algebraic Operations

Linear Equations and Inequalities

21 Points
This lesson will introduce you to linear equations and inequalities, including their properties, graphs, and solutions. Additional lesson topics: Graphing Linear Inequalities; Video of Graphing Linear Functions; Solve Linear Inequalities Tutorial
  • Assessment: Linear Equations
  • Assessment: Linear Inequalities

Systems of Linear Equations and Linear Inequalities

20 Points
This lesson will teach you how to solve so-called systems of linear equations using substitution and will extend your understanding beyond simple equations in two dimensions to equations in many dimensions. Additional lesson topics: Video of Graphing of Systems of Linear Inequalities; Graphing a Linear Equation; Systems of linear inequalities
  • Assessment: Systems of Linear Equations
  • Assessment: Systems of Linear Inequalities

Functions

10 Points
Once you have mastered the basic concepts associated with functions, you will then have all the tools you need to get into the more complicated (and more fun) aspects of algebra. Additional lesson topics: Graphing Functions
  • Assessment: Functions

Geometry

138 Points
Lesson topics include geometry vocabulary as well as measurements, angles and triangles relationships. Additional lesson topics: Pythagoras' Theorem; Review of Basic Geometry; Calculating Volume; Trigonometric Ratio; Measurement and Geometry; Lines, Rays and Angles
  • Review 2 Practice Worksheets
  • Assessment: Geometry Practice
  • Assessment: The Mathematical Reasoning Post Test

THE SOCIAL STUDIES TEST

9 Points
This lesson will go over information and question formatting that will be on this section of the GED exam. Additional lesson topics: Guide to Reading Social Science: How to work through long reading assignments; Tips for Passing the GED Test: Social Studies Section
  • Assessment: How to Read Social Studies Questions Practice

Civics and Government, pt. 1

16 Points
Lesson material will include topics involving types of political systems, The United States Federal Government, the system of checks and balances, and the process of amending the Constitution. Additional lesson topics: Amending the Consitution; US Government; Types of Political Systems
  • Assessment: Civics and Government, Part 1 Exam
  • Assessment: Civics and Government Practice Part 1

Civics and Government, pt. 2

16 Points
Just as the United States has a federal, or national, government, each state has their own government as well. Additional lesson topics: History of US Political Parties; US Monetary Policy; State Governments
  • Assessment: Civics and Government, Part 2 Exam
  • Assessment: Civics and Government Practice Part 2

Economics, pt. 1

15 Points
Lesson material will include topics involving the factors of production, economics and governments, supply and demand, imports and exports, and inflation. Additional lesson topics: Balance of Trade; Inflation; Economic Systems; Factors of Production; Economics: GED Test Prep; Capitalism
  • Assessment: Economics, Part 1 Exam
  • Assessment: Economic Practice Part 1

Economics, pt. 2

20 Points
Lesson material will include topics on the factors involved in economic growth, money and monetary policy, government and fiscal policy, and the American consumer. Additional lesson topics: Fiscal Policy; GDP; Effects of Consumerism; US Fiscal Policy; Economic Growth
  • Assessment: Economics, Part 2 Exam
  • Assessment: Economics Practice 2

Geography

21 Points
Lesson material will include topics involving mapping, latitude and longitude, time zones, topography, climate, and population distribution. Additional lesson topics: Time Zones; What is a Map?; Population; World Climates; Longitude and Latitude
  • Assessment: Geography Exam
  • Assessment: Geography Practice

World History, pt. 1

19 Points
Lesson material will review topics of early humanity and civilizations. Additional lesson topics: Ancient Egypt; Greek Empire
  • Assessment: World History, Part 1 Exam
  • Assessment: World History Practice Part 1

World History, pt. 2

16 Points
Lesson material will include topics involving the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, The Reformation and The Age of Enlightenment Additional lesson topics: The Enlightenment; The Renaissance Period; Roots of the Reformation; Some Theories on the Origins of Religion; Chinese Dynasties
  • Assessment: World History, Part 2 Exam
  • Assessment: World History Practice Part 2

World History, pt. 3

17 Points
Lesson material will include topics involving the French Revolution, Central America, Eastern Europe, the Industrial Revolution, and World War 1. Additional lesson topics: The First World War; The French Revolutions; History of Central America; Industrial Revolution; Eastern Europe: History and Politics
  • Assessment: World History, Part 3 Exam
  • Assessment: World History Practice Part 3

World History, pt. 4

18 Points
Lesson material will include topics involving the Russian Revolution and the rise of Communism, relationships between India and Pakistan , and the impact of technology on the world. Additional lesson topics: World War 2
  • Assessment: World History, Part 4 Exam
  • Assessment: World History Practice Part 4

U.S. History, pt. 1

19 Points
Lesson material will include topics involving the beginning of the formation of the United States, the formation of the American government, and the development of the Declaration of Independence. Additional lesson topics: The Constitutional Convention of 1787; Declaration of Independence; The Federalist Papers; The Articles of Confederation
  • Assessment: US History, Part 1 Exam
  • Assessment: U.S. History Practice Part 1

U.S. History, pt. 2

16 Points
Lesson material will include topics involving the beginning of U.S. domestic and foreign policy, the War of 1812, the Civil War, and the impact of the Industrial Revolution in the U.S. Additional lesson topics: Causes of the Civil War; American Civil War; Overview of the Industrial Revolution
  • Assessment: US History, Part 2 Exam
  • Assessment: U.S. History Practice Part 2

U. S. History, pt. 3

17 Points
Lesson material will include topics involving the United States as a world power, U.S. role in World War 1, the Suffrage Movement, the Roaring Twenties, the Stock Market Crash, and the New Deal. Additional lesson topics: The Fight for Woman's Suffrage; America in World War 1; The Stock Market Crash of 1929; The New Deal; The Roaring Twenties
  • Assessment: US History, Part 3 Exam
  • Assessment: U.S. History Practice Part 3

U.S. History, pt. 4

16 Points
Lesson material will include topics involving the United States in World War II, The Korean Conflict, and the Eisenhower presidency. Additional lesson topics: The Korean War; Eisenhower's Presidency; The US Army in WWII; US involvement in the Korean War; American in WWII
  • Assessment: US History, Part 4 Exam
  • Assessment: U.S. History Practice Part 4

U.S. History, pt. 5

149 Points
Lesson material will include topics involving the Kennedy Presidency, the Vietnam War, the Watergate Scandal, and the end of the Twentieth Century. Additional lesson topics: The Kennedy Presidency; The Late Twentieth Century; Watergate; Vietnam War
  • Assessment: US History, Part 5 Exam
  • Assessment: Social Studies Post Test
  • Assessment: U.S. History Practice Part 5

THE SCIENCE TEST

0 Points
This lesson will go over information and formatting details of the Science Test for the GED. Additional lesson topics: Practice Science Test
  • Review 5 Practice Worksheets

Life Science: Biology pt. 1

25 Points
This lesson will discuss topics including: the cell, structure of the Eukaryotic animal cell, structure Of the Eukaryotic plant cell, functions of a typical cell, diffusion, active transport, protein synthesis of cells, types of reproduction, genetics, an Additional lesson topics: Life: Levels of Organization; Multicellular Organisms; Evolution and Natural Selection; Chemical Basis of Life; Energy Cycle in Living Things; Virtual Cell Biology; Biological Classification of Organisms; Cell Biology
  • Assessment: Biology Part 1 Exam
  • Assessment: Life Science: Biology Part 1 Quiz

Life Science: Biology pt. 2

25 Points
Several hundred years ago, as science began to advance, scholars needed a well organized system to talk about the vast number of organisms on the planet. Additional lesson topics: Earth on Edge; Natural Selection; Biology of Plants; Classification of Plants; Ecosystems
  • Assessment: Biology Part 2 Exam
  • Assessment: Biology Part 2 Quiz

Chemistry, pt. 1

25 Points
Just as the cell is the basic building block of life, the atom is the basic unit of matter. There are just over 100 types of atoms in the known universe, and these tiny particles combine to make all matter. Additional lesson topics: Energy Changes; Nuclear Energy; Periodic Law; Atomic Theory; How Nuclear Power Works; Different Types of Atoms; Periodic Table of the Elements; Structure and Behavior of Matter; Acid-Base Chemistry; Electrons; How Atoms Work
  • Assessment: Chemistry Part 1 Quiz
  • Assessment: Chemistry, Part 1 Exam

Chemistry, pt. 2

25 Points
When elements combine in a chemical reaction, a new compound is formed that has properties different from the original components. Additional lesson topics: Acids, Bases, and Salts; Reactions and Equilibrium
  • Assessment: Chemistry Part 2 Quiz
  • Assessment: Chemistry, Part 2 Exam

Physics, pt. 1

25 Points
Physics is at work in your life every day. Its what keeps you from floating out into space and what keeps your car moving forward as you roll downhill. Additional lesson topics: Properties of Waves; Nuclear Physics; Energy; Types of Forces; Six Kinds of Simple Machines; Magnetism; Conservation Laws; Work, Energy, and Power; Reflection, Refraction and Diffusion
  • Assessment: Physics Part 1 Quiz
  • Assessment: Physics, Part 1 Exam

Physics, pt. 2

25 Points
Heat is a type of energy that results from the movement of atoms in molecules in a substance. Heat is measured in Joules, BTUs, or Calories and it refers directly to the amount of energy. Additional lesson topics: Heat Transfer; Waves; Sonic Booms; Heat Energy; Photon; The Nature of Light
  • Assessment: Physics Part 2 Quiz
  • Assessment: Physics, Part 2 Exam

Physics, pt. 3

24 Points
Electricity is a secondary source of energy that has to be converted from another primary source, like coal, water, or solar energy. Additional lesson topics: Electricity; Batteries; Power Production; How a Battery Works
  • Assessment: Physics Part 3 Quiz
  • Assessment: Physics, Part 3 Exam

Earth and Space Science pt. 1

25 Points
Our Sun is one of billions of stars in the known universe. It is a yellow star, and it is a pretty good example of most of the known stars, with a few minor exceptions. Additional lesson topics: The Oceans; Stars and Galaxies; Types of Stars; Star Facts; Forces That Shape the Earth; Plate Tectonics; Stars; Rocks; Life Cycle of a Star; Continental Drifts; Galaxies; Earth; Geologic Timeline; The Earth's Surface; Clean Air Act; Nine Planets
  • Assessment: Earth and Space Science Part 1 Exam
  • Assessment: Earth and Space Science Part 1 Quiz

Earth and Space Science pt. 2

115 Points
Paleontologists work to reconstruct the Earth's ancient history by studying fossils, the traces of past life. Additional lesson topics: Paleontology; What Are Fossils?; Water Cycle; Stratigraphy
  • Lesson discussions: What is your opinion of this course?; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
  • Assessment: Earth and Space Science Part 2 Exam
  • Assessment: Earth and Space Science Part 2 Quiz
  • Assessment: Science Test Review
1399
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Demonstrate mastery of grammar topics.
  • Demonstrate mastery of sentence structure and organization.
  • Recognize frequent spelling and diction errors.
  • Prepare for the essay test.
  • Demonstrate mastery of reading tables, graphs, maps and political cartoons.
  • Demonstrate mastery of history and economics.
  • Demonstrate mastery of geography, political science and behavioral studies.
  • Describe basic concepts of biology.
  • Describe basic concepts of earth and space structure.
  • Describe basic concepts of chemistry and physical science.
  • Solve basic math, algebra, and geometry problems.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: GED Test Preparation
Course Number: 8900370
Lessons Rating: 4.61 / 5 Stars (2,921 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is fully available online in all 50 states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It’s also offered in major English-speaking countries, such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland.
Last Updated: April 2024
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 3.7 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: Dana Kristan
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $170.00 U.S. dollars

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