“Bees will buzz, kids will blow dandelion fuzz” Olaf in Disney’s Frozen As summer days grow longer and warmer, it becomes more and more tempting to let school and work slide for awhile. Colleges and schools are out, the sun is shining, and it’s time to get outside! But if you’re like me, there are…
Category: Helpful Hints
Back to the Beginning
CLEP has once again changed it’s policy on IDs. You no longer have to have 2 photo IDs to take a CLEP exam. Just one, government issued, ID is all you need. Officially. However, most test centers haven’t switched back yet. So call your test center and ask what they need right now, and plan…
How I Pass CLEPs
I have taken quite a few CLEPs and, with the exception of Macroeconomics last spring, I have passed them all. When I share that with people, they usually want to know how I pass that many tests. And to be perfectly honest, it is nothing that I do. It is totally the Lord and…
5 Ways to Keep Friends in College
You get busy as a distance student. Most of us already have jobs and time commitments, that’s one reason we’re doing college this way. And then you have your tests coming up, and deadlines to meet. And family gets first priority. So where do friends fit in? Relationships and friendships take energy – emotionally and…
4 Ways to Exercise Better
1. Dress for It I’m serious, this is the best way to improve your exercise routine. Invest a little money and purchase real exercise clothing – shirts, shorts, pants, and shoes. My running clothing is different than my normal clothing, and just putting it on helps me get ready to go run. Dress affects…
3 Ways to Befriend Your CLEP Proctor
There are rules to every game, even taking tests. Some of the rules are un written, but they still exist. And, if you follow them, your proctor will love you. Here are 3 Ways to Befriend Your CLEP Proctor. 1. Be on Time One of the best ways to make a good impression is to…
College Composition Modular CLEP… Is there a difference?
Q. Is there a difference between College Composition and College Composition Modular CLEP? A. Yes, there are actually several differences! Timing College Composition: 120 minutes. 50 for the multiple choice, and 70 for the essays. College Composition Modular: 90 minutes. (only multiple choice) Essays College Composition: Two typed, mandatory essays. Prompts created by CollegeBoard. College…
Compostion CLEP – with or without the essay?
Questions: Can you take the Modular CLEP for English, instead of the full CLEP? Will it count as English 102? Can you avoid the essays? Before deciding which test to take, look up your college and see what they accept. For CollegePlus students, or other kids who are going to use Thomas Edison State College,…
When Does Your Energy SOAR? (Time Management)
Time Management #2 Figure Out When You Work Best Everybody has a time when their energy level soars. Figure out when your mind is the sharpest, and work then. You will get the most out of your effort if you know utilize the time that your thoughts, actions, and emotions are the most stable and…
Economics for Your Bookshelf
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