Im a failure!

[SIMPLY_HUGO]

Ive now failed 3 test in a row.

Drug and alcohol abuse before they changed it (45) Bad first test to start
Introduction to computers DSST (397)I was unprepared
And intro to computers clep (43) The 220 question i knew 20 were on it.

I now feel like the biggest piece of S#@$

I cant be the only one to have done this.. how do you all cope with it? Im now studying for Intro. To Astronomy, for the love of all that is good I hope I attain a passing score. It can even be right on I dont care at this point

[frankiebleyes]

Don't give up. Just try a different approach to your studying. Maybe your trying to take your tests too quickly and not giving yourself enough time to absorb the material. Take more frequent breaks between your studying time. Do something physical and fun. Break the material down into smaller sections and do a little each day. Double the time you study before you test. I promise it will make a difference. Your not a failure just weren't ready for those particular tests. Take the time to feel like you ae ready and you will be ready.

Keep going whatevery you do.

[territwinn]

You are not a failure. I failed my first DSST exam, Here's to Your Health because they changed the study guide. I made a 396 and needed a 400. I was so frustrated, but you know what, I'm going to study hard and take my my next test (Analyzing and Interpreting Literature) with the attitude that I cannot changed what happened before and I cannot dwell on it. What that experience has done was add fuel to my fire and made me even more determined to pass the next one, so hang in there and don't get frustrated and keep believing in yourself.

[Levi]

SIMPLY HUGO, you're not a failure! Don't ever give up on this. If you ever decide to take one of the exams I have taken (see my signature below), please feel free to ask me if you have any questions or need advice.

I hope you reconsider and wish you the best in the future! Don't let 3 exams get you down.

[SIMPLY_HUGO]

Thanks everyone .

Levi I might take you up on that.. I was debating clepping macro

[skyfall123]

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I was unprepared

Put it in perspective. In order to pass the tests you need to be prepared. You are attempting to test out of one entire semester of college level work. Your first two scores were not that far off. Study an extra week.

I sent my son in to take his first CLEP (Calculus) expecting him to pass. He tanked. He was miserable until the next week when he took the 6 credit College Mathematics and 6 credit Analyzing Interpreting Literature and walked out with 12 credits.

Your not a failure, you just need to find your pace.

Keep plugging! Don't give up! Study a little longer and a little harder.

[SIMPLY_HUGO]

Well I think im ready to move on ive found about 6 multiple choice quizes on astonomy and I already feel confident with the test ill take in 2 weeks. Only good news out of this all, is the test our free for me!

[sgloer]

Test taking skills are just as important as knowing the material.

Carefully read the following article we've put together on how to take these tests:
http://www.degreeforum.net/clep-study-gu...-tips.html

[SIMPLY_HUGO]

I appreciate all the helpfull feedback I hope to respond with a pass

Also I did do some of those bad habits such as change answer

[YokotaJo]

Hugo Hugo Hugo Honey.... WHAT is your plan with these tests? Drugs and Computers do not mix well and have nothing to do with each other. Unless you are just trying to grab a few random credits here and there, that is no way to plan your tests.

You need to batch them together so you are studying similar topics. Drugs is a tough one to start with because it builds on several other tests. So if you have any other psych exams you need to take them all together so they all overlap.

There are all kinds of thread on the easiest CLEPS to take but you need to have a plan. I need 10 random exams to grab my last 30 credits to get my degree in XXXX. OR..... I have no idea what I want so I am just starting to test. OK great but make a plan of what goes together.

My own opinion but no matter how much I loved Astronomy- I would try something easier unless you already have a good foundation on the info. But hey, if Astronomy is your thing...then study that and another exam that overlap or goes together with it. Get some momentum.

Step back and jump out of the fire for a moment. Make a list of what you need, what your options are and the easiest way to get it. My first degree plan has writing all over it and has so many highlights on it you would think it was tie dye (or that I was on bad acid). I am going to frame it right above my BA that should be in the mail any day now.