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Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. New GRE Test - August 1, _Video.htmlhttp:// _Video.html More user friendly More closely aligned with the skills needed to succeed in graduate school Computer-based - available throughout the year

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. New GRE: Test-taker Friendly Mark & Review - tag questions to skip and return later within a timed section Can change/edit answers within a section Can navigate within a timed section On-screen calculator in quantitative section

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. The GRE Testing Program I. The General Test Verbal, Quantitative and Analytical Writing II. Subject Tests Biochemistry, Cell & Molecular Biology Biology Chemistry Computer Science Literature in English Mathematics Physics Psychology

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. How to Prepare for a Subject Test Review the Subject Test practice book for the test, which includes –Content specifications for the test, including the weight assigned to each topic –Practice test The practice book will be mailed to you when you register for the Subject Test or you can download it from the Web site at anytime free-of-charge.

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Preparing for the GRE General Test

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Structure of the General Test SectionNumber of Questions Time Analytical Writing (two tasks) Analyze an Issue30 min. Analyze an Argument30 min. Verbal Reasoning (two sections) 20 questions per section 30 min. per section Quantitative Reasoning (two sections) 20 Questions per section 35 min. per section Non-scored Sections (Used for GRE Research) 2 Sections Number varies varies

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Diagnosing Skill Areas in Which You Should Practice Identify weak areas that may need intensive review. Potential areas include: –arithmetic, algebra, geometry, elementary probability theory, basic statistics, reading charts and graphs –vocabulary, reading for meaning –analyzing arguments –organizing short essays

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. The Verbal Reasoning Measure –Two 30-minute sections 20 Questions in each section –Contains three question types: Text Completion Sentence Equivalence Reading Comprehensive

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. The Verbal Reasoning Measure New Test Question Types – –Text Completion 1 – 5 sentences with blanks 1 – 3 blanks with answer choices Given word options – must get all 3 correct to get credit –Sentence Equivalence (synonyms) 6 choices select 2 that give sentence same meaning –Reading comprehension Passage with 6 choices

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. The Verbal Reasoning Measure Sample questions out/content/verbal_reasoninghttp:// out/content/verbal_reasoning

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Quantitative Reasoning Measure Two 35-minute sections –20 questions in each section More real-life scenarios Covers basic concepts of –Arithmetic –Algebra –Geometry –Data analysis

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Quantitative Reasoning Measure –Numeric Entry Questions Enter a numerical answer in an answer box or boxes instead of multiple choice –Multiple choice – select one Five answer choices – choose the correct one –Multiple choice - select one or more Select one or more choices from a list –Quantitative Comparison Questions Calculator provided –Adaptive section by section

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Quantitative Reasoning Measure –Quantitative Comparison Compare two quantities –Data Interpretation Sets –Calculator provided –Adaptive section by section

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Quantitative Reasoning Measure Sample Questions out/content/quantitative_reasoninghttp:// out/content/quantitative_reasoning

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. The Analytical Writing Measure The Analytical Writing Measure continues to assess critical thinking and analytical writing skills. The new GRE requires more focused responses to questions, reducing the possibility of reliance on memorized materials

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. The Analytical Writing Measure Assesses ability to: –articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively –examine claims and accompanying evidence –support positions on issues with relevant reasons and examples –sustain a well-focused coherent discussion –control the elements of standard written English

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. The Analytical Writing Measure (continued) “Present your Perspective on an Issue” –You will be able to choose 1 of 2 essay topics selected by the computer from the pool of topics. –You will have 30 minutes to write your essay response. “Analyze an Argument” –The computer will present you with a single topic selected from the topic pool. –You will have 30 minutes to write your essay response.

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. The Analytical Writing Measure Sample Issues ontent/analytical_writing Scoring Guide /analytical_writing/score_level_descriptions/

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Preparing for the Analytical Writing Measure Sample essay tasks are published on the GRE Web site at You can practice typing an essay response under timed conditions using GRE POWERPREP software ScoreitNow! Online Writing Practice is a GRE service that will machine score your practice essay responses

Listening. Learning. Leading. New GRE General Test- Computer-Adaptive section by section

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. BUILDING AN ADAPTIVE TEST TEST DESIGN

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. New GRE Credited for correct answers Not penalized for wrong answers Adaptive section by section Analytical Writing section first Others delivered randomly

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. POWERPREP II FREE at Practice taking the test – one complete practice test provided Understand what's being tested Get familiar with the test design and various question types Review scored Analytical Writing responses and reader commentary Review test-taking strategies

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Other Free Resources GRE Web site – provides access to all GRE test preparation materials and services. –Math Review Skills, concepts definitions Examples and exercises –Math Conventions Mathematical assumptions Guidelines for interpreting info given in test questions

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Useful Resources The Official Guide to the GRE General Test ($35) –Two practice tests, sample questions, strategies, samples essays ScoreItNow! Online Writing Practice ($13) –Receive e-rater scores on two essays and diagnostic feedback on your responses.

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Don’t Take the Actual GRE Tests for Practice All scores earned in official GRE test administrations become part of your official record for 5 years. It is more economical to use GRE practice materials to take earlier editions of actual GRE tests under timed conditions. Both paper and computer editions of GRE General Tests are available on the GRE website at Practice Subject Tests can also be downloaded from the site.

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. GRE Registration Computer-based (year-round) Web – –Recommend online scheduling – sets up personal account Phone – GRE-CALL Can take test once every 60 days, 5 times a year Lexington Testing Center open until 9:30 and on Sundays Cost - $160

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Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Day of the Test Dress comfortably Visitors not permitted Take valid picture ID No cell phones, smartphones, PDAs etc. allowed – will be turned off Lockers available Computers have count-down clocks Is taking 4- 4 ½ hours

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Scratch Paper Test takers will receive a supply of numbered scratch paper before they begin their test. Pencils are supplied Test takers will be able to replenish their supply of scratch paper, as necessary, throughout the entire test administration. Scratch paper may not be taken from the test center

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Breaks There is a 10-minute break following the third section, and a 60 second pause after each section. Test takers might want to replenish your supply of scratch paper during each scheduled break. Section timing will not stop if the test taker takes an unscheduled break, so they should proceed with their test without interruption once it begins.

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Scores Scales Three scores are reported on the General Test: a Verbal Reasoning score reported on a , in 1-point increments a Quantitative Reasoning score reported on a , in 1-point increments an Analytical Writing score reported on a 0–6 score scale, in half-point increments.

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Scores Results to 4 schools – at time of test Additional schools - $23 All GRE scores received in past 5 years are reported to each institution Best to take only once

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Scores Report will include: –intended Graduate Major –test dates –Scores and percentile ranks If took old GRE – old scores will also be reported on new scale Testing in November – scores reported in December Testing in December and beyond – scores reported 10 – 15 days after test.

Copyright © 2006 Educational Testing Service Listening. Learning. Leading. Preparation GRE web site EKU Libraries Learning Express – Practice Exams Understand all instructions ahead of time ETS expects students to be well practiced Kaplan offering free practice tests

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