Learning Xpress Lib (wk 2)

The first thing I experienced was "test anxiety" even as old as I am. I surely don't understand why people want to become professional students. 
The way the GED testing is set up one can almost truly do it alone. All the questions have explanations as to why one answer is correct and the others are not. Once finished, you have a score analysis chart available to help you understand what areas you need to improve upon and based on how well you do there are suggestions for more courses and or tests. It also informs you how GED tests are scored, the lowest score you can have and the average score you need to pass. All the important issues you need to know before taking the actual test are available.
Honestly, anyone, especially those hoping to continue their education, really have no excuse not to do well if they are willing to put in the time and use the practice tests. You can do them at your own speed, stop to seek help if needed then continue on, or even retake the tests. If you wish to look at changing or enhancing your career choice, the information is there. You don't even need to leave the computer.
I chose "Vocabulary and Spelling" as my exercise in "Workplace Skills." I not only explored but completed the first part. You are taught the 3 types of vocabulary and 3 ways to learn it. You are tested in all three. By the third time you should be able to identify, pronounce and give the definition of the words listed. If not you can write them down on a card and review them when you have some downtime. It also suggests using a "study buddy" as speaking with and hearing someone else say the words makes them more recognizable to you. This exercise was very thorough and I learned the words precis and ennui.
The e-book I chose was "Becoming a Paralegal" from the "Job & Careers" tab. It took only a few seconds to download. This was a very current (2010) edition. It was easy to read because the print was quite large.There are many options available from the toolbar. I noticed you can have the text read out loud, offering you an opportunity to read with your eyes closed.
In conclusion I would say you can be as informed as you want to be in the area of education, train for a job you are wanting to have, or sharpen the skills you already possess if you have access to this valuable database. We will need to give our patrons a little nudge to apply for the e card if they would like to explore all these wonders in the comfort of their homes.
Who needs to purchase brain games and software when you have "The Learning Express Library" at your fingertips!