students  are the most reliable part of the assessment process,yet most of them feel worried or vexed when taking an assessment thus the best wayis to let them feel that they are taking a test  as a part of their cerriculum for success.

Date: Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:59:15 -0600From: jill at literacyservices.orgTo: assessment at nifl.govSubject: [Assessment 1784] Re: GED-- classroom format or lab?







A bit off topic, but does anyone use an IQ test as part of their intake process? If so, what test do you use and who administers that test? 
 
Thanks!
Jill
 

Jill Snider Program Manager Literacy Services of Wisconsin 2724 W. Wells Street Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53208 414.344.5878 jill at literacyservices.org www.literacyservices.org 
-----Original Message-----From: assessment-bounces at nifl.gov [mailto:assessment-bounces at nifl.gov] On Behalf Of Stephanie MoranSent: Wednesday, February 11, 2009 3:06 PMTo: 'The Assessment Discussion List'Subject: [Assessment 1783] Re: GED-- classroom format or lab?
 
Since we all seem to still be online, I would say regarding 1:1 vs. small group instruction, different strokes for different folks. Most of our students do like being in a classroom, but fast-trackers just want the quick version and then take the GED and move on with other goals.  The students who seem to respond best to small group are the ones who perhaps never before truly experienced being a part of a *successful working* group, and they know they are valued in our classes, their opinions are taken into account, and their intelligence is recognized and made note of in comfortable, public ways. These students often need more “breathing space” as well as content/skill improvement, and our centers are the perfect place to take time. I’m not talking about “mascots” who don’t make progress—just people whose lives need a “clean-well-lighted place” where studying is part of the larger healing/learning environment.
Stephanie Moran
 


From: assessment-bounces at nifl.gov [mailto:assessment-bounces at nifl.gov] On Behalf Of Dianna BaycichSent: Tuesday, February 10, 2009 4:14 PMTo: 'The Assessment Discussion List'Subject: [Assessment 1780] Re: GED-- classroom format or lab?
 
Kay used the phrase "contrary to popular opinion" when she talked about the students who want to remain in a classroom setting. I'm interested in finding out more about this "popular opinion" and why it leads teachers to believe that students prefer individualized instruction in workbooks. 
Thank you,
Dianna B.
 



From: assessment-bounces at nifl.gov [mailto:assessment-bounces at nifl.gov] On Behalf Of Combs, KaySent: Monday, February 09, 2009 10:50 PMTo: The Assessment Discussion ListSubject: [Assessment 1774] Re: GED-- classroom format or lab?


We have pre-GED and GED classes.  Anyone who tests below a 5.0 GE in Reading and Math on the TABE are in pre-GED classes.  Everyone else is in a GED class.  Typically our Pre-GED class size is small so these students can be served in a classroom and individual basis based on their needs.  If the GED students have not progressed at the end of the six weeks, they have a choice of repeating the class or receiving individual targeted instruction.  Contrary to popular opinion, most of the students opt for the classroom setting again.  It is the student engagement and relationship part of adult education that I believe allows students to want to be with the students they have formed a relationship with over the six-week time period.

 

In the Pre-GED class, we look at the six-week time frame mostly for post-testing purposes, but there is not a standard time for thier educational obtainment.  Some of these students are very low-level readers and they know they will be in this classroom environment until they progress.  Amazingly, we have had almost the same group of students throughout the school year and they have low absenteeism, high motivation for achievement and consistently ask for homework.  

 

There are many other students we serve that cannot be in the classroom setting because of home and work life.  We partner with KET and for $40 they receive the set of GED Connection books and we arrange for them to meet with an instructor weekly to catch up on homework, review any issues they having, etc.  In addition, we document hours they are working through homework they turn in.  When they have achieved the ability to take their GED, the receive a $40 voucher which pays for their GED test.  So, they really aren't loosing any money; they have a set of books that the the instructor has in the classroom and many times instructors can assist the students over the phone or on-line.  I hope this helps.

 

Kay Combs

GED Coordinator

Center for Lifelong Learning

Scott County Schools

332 Champion Way

Georgetown, KY  40324

502-570-8984

 



From: assessment-bounces at nifl.gov on behalf of Satchell, BrigetteSent: Fri 2/6/2009 9:47 AMTo: The Assessment Discussion ListSubject: [Assessment 1726] Re: GED-- classroom format or lab?

Hi Kay,
Are your six week sessions broken out according to educational levels? How do you handle the students if they have not made any progress within the 6 weeks? 
 

Brigette Satchell
Assistant Dean, Programs and Instruction
Gloucester County College
Phone (856) 468-5000 ext. 6226
Fax (856) 468-7023
 
" Intelligence plus character- that is the goal of true education"- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
 


From: assessment-bounces at nifl.gov [mailto:assessment-bounces at nifl.gov] On Behalf Of Combs, KaySent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 7:28 PMTo: The Assessment Discussion ListSubject: RE: GED-- classroom format or lab?
 


We have managed classroom settings for morning, afternoon and evening classes.  When are students go through a six-week session and still need additional remediation, they go to a one-on-one targeted instruction setting.

 

Kay Combs

GED Coordinator

Center for Lifelong Learning

Scott County Schools

Georgetown, KY 40324

502-570-8984

 



From: assessment-bounces at nifl.gov on behalf of Cervania, RaneeSent: Thu 2/5/2009 6:09 PMTo: The Assessment Discussion ListSubject: RE: GED-- classroom format or lab?



I have the impression (based on inquiry and what I've seen at CCD) that GED sites are generally a lab format -- one-on-one tutoring.  

 

I'm doing a survey.  Please let me know which format you follow at your GED sites--classroom, i.e., regular classes are held or LAB, i.e., one-on-one tutoring.

 

Thank you for your participation.

 

Ranee CervaniaCurriculum SpecialistReady for College - Colorado Success UNlimited (SUN)Colorado Community College System9101 E. Lowry BoulevardDenver, Colorado    80230720-858-2801 (office)303-620-4094 (fax)

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