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Standardized Tests
- ON-CAMPUS RESOURCES
- Center for Academic Success
- The LSU Center for Academic Success provides resources for students to maximize their academic success. Resources include tutoring, computer training, assessments of individual
learning styles, and online workshops to improve studying and test-taking skills.
- Center for Academic Success standardized test materials
- Links to resources for GMAT, GRE, LSAT and MCAT preparation. These links offer many free practice tests and some study and preparation tips.
- LSU Career Services Home
- LSU Career Services offers resources and guidance for students and alumni in their pursuit of career opportunities, including preparation for graduate school and graduate school admissions tests.
- LSU Career Services for current students
- Select "Graduate School Preparation" from list at left. Career Services offers help with graduate school selection, application, and finance.
- LSU Career Services: Graduate School Admissions Tests
- Career Services' page on how to register and prepare for graduate school admissions tests.
- LSU College of Education Home
- Resources for LSU education students, alumni, faculty and staff. Includes many resources to prepare future educators.
- LSU College of Education PRAXIS Resources
- LSU College of Education resources for students preparing to take the PRAXIS Examination.
- LSU Writing Center Home
- A great resource for anyone who wants to improve his or her writing skills – it is a good idea to brush up on these skills before taking a test that includes a grammar, reading comprehension or essay section.
- LSU Writing Center Grammar Garage
- A quick guide to grammar, including links, tips, common problems and solutions.
- LSU Writing Center: General Writing Resources
- A list of many useful sites with guides to researching and writing everything from term papers and essays to resumes, personal statements and lab reports. Also contains links to sites
that focus on improving grammar and style.
- GENERAL TEST-PREPARATION RESOURCES
- "How to Score High on Standardized Tests"
- This about.com article offers useful tips and strategies for anyone preparing to take a standardized test. The article lays out a schedule of preparation, from the moment you register for the test until testing day.
- "Before You Buy a Test Prep Study Guide"
- This about.com article teaches students how to evaluate and choose test preparation study
guides in different formats.
- LSU Center for Academic Success
- LSU CAS: Standardized Test Preparation
- Links to standardized test preparation resources, broken down test-by-test.
- LSU CAS: Learning Strategies Online
- Take learning-style self tests to learn the most effective test-taking strategies and study skills for their personal learning styles. Online workshops such as Test Preparation, Time Management, and Overcoming Test Anxiety will help students as they prepare for testing.
Students: Choose "LSU Student Entry" and enter PAWS ID and password to log in, and your
learning style information will be saved so you can refer to it later.
- Learning Express
- A database through the State Library (requires public library card from parish or state library in Louisiana).
This database provides study materials and practice tests for standardized tests at all levels, from elementary to postgraduate studies. Also available are general skills improvement materials in areas such as reading, writing and language.
- State Library of Louisiana
- Select databases (at this point, you must log in with a Louisiana state or parish public library card number), then choose Learning Express to access the database.
- Practice Run
- A database offered by the East Baton Rouge Parish Library that provides GEE and LEAP practice tests.
- East Baton Rouge Library
- Select Online Databases and log in with your library card number to access the database.
- East Baton Rouge Library
- Select "Library Catalog," then "Log in to the catalog," then "Study guides for standardized tests." Refine your search using "title [name of test]" to find study materials owned by the East Baton Rouge Parish Library.
- LSU Libraries Online Catalog
- Do a title keyword search for the test to find study materials owned by the LSU library.
- PRAXIS MATERIALS
- Praxis Website
- The official site of the PRAXIS test. Learn details about the different types of PRAXIS exams, stay up to date on news and events in education, and register for your exam at this site.
- PRAXIS test prep materials
- The PRAXIS site offers test preparation materials from outlines, sample questions and
strategy tips to test-preparation booklets. Additional test preparation materials are available
for purchase.
- Test Prep Review for PRAXIS
- Test Prep Review provides breakdowns of the PRAXIS exams, general testing tips, and preparation resources in various subjects covered by the PRAXIS exams.
- LSU College of Education page on PRAXIS
- The LSU College of Education web site lists PRAXIS requirements for Louisiana teacher certification, offers registration information, study tips, and test-prep toolbox with links to other sites for more preparation resources.
- About.com PRAXIS page
- About.com offers articles on preparation for the PRAXIS, divided by the types of exams. The site also offers a calendar of future test dates and links to the PRAXIS site.
- LSAT Materials
- LSAC - Law School Admissions Council
- The Law School Admissions Council, which organizes the LSAT, provides useful advice and information on its web site. Students at different stages in their LSAT preparation, from those considering law school as a possibility, to those ready to sign up for the LSAT, to those who have signed up and are studying for the exam, will all find valuable resources at this site.
- 30 Days to the LSAT (Internet Edition)
- This site is the Internet Edition of the preparation book, "30 Days to the LSAT." Here, students will find an LSAT orientation, mini-tests, a countdown to test day, and more tips and links.
- LSAT Prep Wiki
- An open-content textbook dedicated to information on the LSAT and preparation for the test. Most of the information here is on test-taking strategy. There are external links to other preparation sites.
- LSAT Prep Discussion Board
- A discussion board where people preparing for the LSAT can share their thoughts, strategies, and tips. Includes sections to discuss different preparation courses and sections of the LSAT. There are also sections for discussion law schools and the applications process.
- Yahoo LSAT Prep
- Yahoo's resource for people preparing for the LSAT includes practice questions and games, as well as tips for strategy and writing a great essay.
- LSAT Test Sherpa
- This free LSAT preparation site has more than 650 pages of study materials and an LSAT learning lab. The study materials are divided by subject and give helpful tips on improving your score.
- About.com LSAT Prep
- Articles on various topics relating to LSAT preparation and strategy, including a test overview, sections on each portion of the test, frequently asked questions, and links to other preparation tools.
- eHow.com articles on preparing for the LSAT
- eHow offers a variety of resources on the LSAT and law school admissions process. Some articles on this site are "How to Study for the LSAT," "How to Sign Up to Take the LSAT," "How to Prepare the Evening Before the LSAT," and "How to Decide if you Want to Apply to Law School."
- Kaplan LSAT Preps
- Kaplan is a leader in LSAT prep courses. Their web site includes a free online practice test, sample test questions, and strategy sessions with test-taking tips.
- GRE Materials
- GRE Web Site - Test Preparation
- The official web site of the Graduate Record Examination features information about the test itself, including registration and study resources. Test preparation materials include sample test questions and essay topics, test-taking tips and a practice examination.
- GRE Web Site - Test Takers Download Library
- Here, test-takers can download materials about registration, testing locations, test preparation materials, score reports, and refunds.
- Number2.com - GRE prep materials
- This free web site offers test information, a word of the day, GRE question of the day, links to information about financial aid and tips for international test-takers.
- GRE Vocabulary Builder
- Extensive vocabulary word lists that students can use as virtual flash cards. Students can select particular words as favorites, adding them to a personalized list for quick review.
- YAHOO GRE Prep
- Yahoo's resources for people preparing for the GRE include practice questions in verbal and math subjects, as well as information on registering and preparing for the test.
- About.com GRE Prep
- About.com has articles on various aspects of preparation for the GRE, both the general exam and the subject tests. Articles include "Overview of the GRE Computer-Based General Test," "Learn the Computer Skills You'll Need for the Computer-Based GRE and Essay," and "Official Sample Questions for the GRE General Test."
- Test Prep Review - GRE
- Test Prep Review offers a complete online preparation course with test information, self-assessment modules which focus on various topics covered on the exam., and general test-taking strategy tips.
- eHow.com - How to Study for the GRE
- This article shows students how to prepare for the GRE with step-by-step instructions, and gives tips for a successful performance and warnings about possible pitfalls.
- Syvum
- A store of free online GRE practice exercises and study resources, with mini subject tests in verbal ability, quantitative ability, and vocabulary. Also offers test-taking tips, an overview of the GRE's structure, and tips for the computer-based GRE.
- Amby
- An extensive list of links for online GRE prep, as well as tips for improving writing and test-taking skills.
- Kaplan GRE Prep
- Kaplan is a popular program for paid GRE preparation, but the web site includes free practice test, practice questions, and strategy sessions with test-taking tips.
- GMAT MATERIALS
- MBA.com - GMAT Resources
- At the official GMAT site, students can learn the basics about the test, check seat
availability, sign up for the test, and browse preparation materials.
- Yahoo GMAT prep
- Yahoo! Education offers practice questions in reading
comprehension, sentence correction, critical reasoning, data sufficiency, and problem solving.
- The GMAT Cat
- Divided into sections titled "Teach Yourself," "Coach Yourself," "Test Yourself" and "Prepare Yourself," this site has a variety of preparation resources for the GMAT. Also provides links to other resources, including those for improving writing skills.
- 800 Score
- 800 Score is a professional GMAT preparation company. Some services on the site are for pay, but there are a lot of free sample questions and tips to be found here, including an essay guide and time-management strategies.
- Business Week
- The online version of Business Week Magazine has practice resources and strategies for the GMAT. Some exclusive Kaplan prep questions are available free here.
- About.com GMAT Prep
- About.com divides its GMAT prep resources into subtopics of analytical writing, verbal, and quantitative. There are also answers to frequently asked questions, and articles titled "How to Prepare for the GMAT" and "Overview of the GMAT."
- eHow.com GMAT Prep
- eHow has several articles on GMAT preparation, including "How to Study for the GMAT," "How to Sign Up to Take the GMAT," and "How to Prepare the Evening Before the GMAT."
- Kaplan GMAT Prep
- Kaplan is a popular program for paid GMAT preparation, but the web site includes free practice test, practice questions, and strategy sessions with test-taking tips.
- MCAT MATERIALS
- MCAT Official Site
- Learn about the MCAT, prepare to register for the exam, determine where and how to send score reports. This site has information for testers with disabilities, information about the fee assistance program, data on examinees, and preparation resources.
- MCAT Official Practice Tests
- The official MCAT site offers one free full-length practice test. Additional practice tests are available for purchase. This page also offers links to Frequently Asked Questions about MCAT preparation and publications for students.
- Test Prep Review MCAT
- Test Prep Review provides self-assessment modules in many subjects covered on the MCAT and links to several MCAT study guides available online. This site also provides general test-preparation resources including advice on test timing and dealing with test anxiety.
- Nova Press
- While Nova Press runs a paid MCAT preparation course online, this page contains some free content with information on the makeup of the exam and tips for success.
- About.com – MCAT
- About.com provides a general overview of the MCAT and detailed resources for the biological sciences, physical sciences, verbal reasoning, and writing sample portions of the test. This page also answers frequently asked questions about the MCAT.
- Student Doctor Network
- The Student Doctor Network is a nonprofit organization devoted to providing unbiased information to students. The web site features blogs, articles, interviews, a medical schools database, and an active discussion forum where test-takers can share their thoughts, tips, and
strategies as they prepare for the MCAT. Registration is required to post on the forum, but it is free.
- eHow.com – How to Study for
the MCAT
- This article shows students how to prepare for the MCAT with step-by-step instructions, and gives tips for a successful performance and warnings about possible pitfalls.
- EnglishTest.net - MCAT Resources
- English Test is a site that helps students hone their verbal skills in preparation for standardized tests. Here, students can reinforce their vocabulary and verbal reasoning skills
in preparation for the MCAT.
- Kaplan MCAT Prep
- Kaplan is a paid test preparation service, but its web site provides some resources to test-takers at no charge. Resources include a free online practice test, sample test questions
and strategy sessions with test-taking tips.
- GED MATERIALS
- GED Official Site
- The American Council on Education web site gives information about the GED test, including contact information on your jurisdiction's GED testing center and locations where the test is administered. The site also offers general GED information for test-takers and educational
professionals.
- Registration and Prep
- A guide to students, asking "Are You Ready to Take the GED Test?" A phone number is provided for guidance, and instructional sites in different regions are listed. Also, there are links to instructional and preparatory materials for test-takers.
- Louisiana Department of
Education – GED Information
- The Louisiana Department of Education answers frequently asked questions about the GED, lists testing sites in the state and eligibility requirements, and allows users to download the form for requesting a high school equivalency transcript or diploma.
- About.com
– Tips for Success on the GED
- About.com offers ten simple tips for people preparing for the GED. About also provides other articles on GED preparation, and gives links to GED prep resources online.
- eHow – GED Preparation Resources
- eHow articles include "How to Sign Up for the GED" and "How to Prepare for the GED". Other resources are linked.
- Amby GED Prep
- Amby offers lots of GED preparation resources, including an online prep course, test-taking skills development, and links to other helpful resources online.
- Test Prep Review – GED
- Test Prep Review provides an entire online GED Preparation course with self-assessment modules covering many of the topics on the GED, a writing review and a separate section for improving general test-taking skills.
- Free-Ed.Net
GED Prep
- This site offers free online preparation materials for GED test-takers, including materials for language arts: reading and writing, social studies, science, and mathematics. Sample tests, Lessons, a Writing Handbook, and a Glossary are provided.
