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american gov't - jschuster123 - 07-12-2009
I am about to start studying for the american gov't clep. I'm trying to find the best book(s) to use. Do you have any ideas of which study guide (besides for IC) would be the best? Any advice would be helpful. Thanks!!
american gov't - nick94 - 07-12-2009
Use the free peterson's practice exams. Check the Specific exam feedback forum.
american gov't - NAP - 07-12-2009
Hi!
CliffsQuickReview book (This is also available for free online - http://www.degreeforum.net/general-education-testing-discussion/7405-need-pass-american-government-advice.html#post54695)
(New) REA study guide with 2 practice tests
Also at the bottom of this post is a list of all of the materials I used:
http://www.degreeforum.net/excelsior-thomas-edison-charter-oak-specific/6677-degree-plan-bs-math-major-excelsior-2.html#post52148
Best wishes on your exam!
american gov't - bkbarden - 07-12-2009
jschuster123 Wrote:I am about to start studying for the american gov't clep. I'm trying to find the best book(s) to use. Do you have any ideas of which study guide (besides for IC) would be the best? Any advice would be helpful. Thanks!!
I used the "Cliff's Quick Review" and the Official CLEP Study Guide... that was all. I am very familiar with government, so that was enough. If it's new to you, I'd recommend the REA book... I didn't use it for government, but they're always good resources.
american gov't - Ruddigore - 07-12-2009
I used the Standard Deviants DVDs to introduce me to the subject, and IC for almost everything else. IC's section for American Government is one of the best I have used.
If you look up all the unfamiliar concepts, agencies, etc. on Wikipedia, you will be fine on the real test.
american gov't - 94steve - 07-13-2009
I used to work in politics so when I scored 82/100 on the peterson's I wasn't surprised. I'm taking this one tommorow so I'll let you know how it goes.
american gov't - 94steve - 07-14-2009
Passed american government with a 65. I took it pretty much cold save for the peterson's practice test. This test shouldn't be too hard if you follow politics, read up on the supreme court, the house, the senate, and the constitution.
american gov't - Sunshine - 07-14-2009
Nice work! Congrats on your pass!
american gov't - 94steve - 07-14-2009
Thanks man. There's no better way to thumb one's nose at the educational establishment than to obtain what they offer (a bachelor's degree) without suffering through their system.
american gov't - Ruddigore - 07-14-2009
94steve Wrote:Passed american government with a 65. I took it pretty much cold save for the peterson's practice test. This test shouldn't be too hard if you follow politics, read up on the supreme court, the house, the senate, and the constitution.Great job. American government has the potential to be a tricky test, but you cruised right through it!