I thought that the practice tests were very nice, it is a user friendly program that looks similar to the formats used when actually taking the tests. It is nice to have the immediate feedback on how you have done and it is nice to be able to see what was done both correct and incorrect. There seems to be a wide variety of tests available and we seem to have access to most of the major standard tests currently being used. This looks like a format that is far more reputable than many of the "practice tests" offered for sale.
The "course" I explored was "Social Networking for Career Success", this was not what I expected, this seems to be more of an e-book than an actual course. I only saw content on this subject to read, no activities, no related works. While it appeared to be current and revelent information it is lacking in hands-on material, it would be nice if this were a combination of the ebook and some of the on-line testing and activities I have seen in the practice test area.
I like the availablability of this on-line content, much of this is information and activities that one would have to pay for if not for this service. I like the way the SD library is using e-books and other types of e-resources, it allows people to work and get information anytime, anyplace.
Hi, Jeff, I did look at "Social Networking..." and, in fact, it is an ebook, not a course. There are courses that come up if you type social networking in the search box. There is a course called "Career Course: Job Search and Networking Skills" that may be the closest to what we think of regarding social networking. You've done a good job of highlighting Learning Express's good points. The State Library is pround to offer this resource because, as you said, it's 24/7 from anywhere. Thanks for your comments.
ReplyDeleteI also liked the different tests in Learning Express, particularly the fourth grade ones. I plan to go to the Literacy Network at the Mall today to show them the different tests that Learning Express has to offer them.
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