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05-14-2008, 02:40 AM
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What do you guys think of iStudySmart.com?
I am preparing to take the Natural Sciences CLEP because my college will accept this CLEP for 3 credits in Natural Science AND 3 credits in Biology. The Biology CLEP would only be worth 3 credits in Biology at my school. My dilemma is that science is a very weak subject for me and I think I am going to need extra help in order to pass. If I pass this exam this summer, I will be done with my general education requirements.
 So...I was surfing the web for resources and I found iStudySmart.com. In spite of the fact that they are a little pricey, it seems like they may be right along the lines of what I am looking for. Specifically, I like the fact that they are offering sort of an "online classroom" style program, rather than just a textbook. Has anyone had any experience with this company? It appears that they are endorsed by DSST, which is pretty compelling. The truth is that I just do not want to spend more than I have to unless the resource is pretty terrific. Thus far, I will admit that InstantCert has spoiled me!
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Here is my lineup since January 2008!
UP NEXT: Introductory Business Law Biology 53  Intro to Educational Psychology 63 Principles of Marketing 65 College Algebra 60 Introductory Psychology 70 Human Growth and Development 68 Information Sys. Computer App. 48 OUCH!  Introductory Sociology 66 Principles of Management 70 US History II 56 Analyzing & Interpreting Literature 54 COLD English Composition with Essay 52 COLD Plus, the 24 credits I've earned at the traditional B&M so far. I am graduating in December of 2009! BS in Human Resources Management Saint Mary's University of Minnesota     
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05-14-2008, 07:36 AM
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Crap!!!!!!!!!!!!
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ShotoJuku + A.S., B.S., M.S. Always be ready to release your mind and be willing to listen to the advice of others. Remain flexible. - Gichin Funakoshi
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05-14-2008, 08:19 AM
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When I started this journey and before I discovered InstantCert, for my first exam I purchased the Principles of Mgmt for approx $200 from IStudy Smart.
I do not know what kind of guarantee they give now, but then, unless you went thru every !@*&$& single exercise and test and passed (online - and they tracked it) they would not guarantee a refund if you did not pass the actual exam - and believe me the material and exercises went on and on and on and were merely a repetition of what was in the book they tell you to buy - there was absolutely no value add to the electronic material. It was repetitive and redundant. For me it was definitely not an effective or efficient way to study the material. I set it aside after two weeks of wasting my time, found InstantCert, and got it done much much quicker! I have not yet taken any of the science exams and probably will do Astronomy instead, but if I do take the Nat'l Sciences or Biology exam I plan to use InstantCert along with a text book, and possibly REA. There are also a lot of online resources including sites like CLEP General Exam in Natural Sciences - Free University Project If you really want a real online classroom experience to learn this material then I urge you to look for another solution - IStudySmart is not that! I am sure others will chime in if they have had a good experience with IStudySmart, but in my case it was a waste of money and time for the materials I purchased! I know it is tempting to think that somehow they will make the learning process more organized and therefore easier/quicker, but frankly there are cheaper, smarter, and less time consuming ways to go IMO. Just my two cents worth!
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CLEPS/DANTES ATTEMPTED/PASSED -21 Classes credited:- Human/Cultural Geography (SOC300) 69/Nov 08 - Intro to Business Law (LEG100) 73/Nov 08 - Astronomy (HUM300) 68/Nov 08 - Human Resource Management (BUS310) 73/Jul 08 - Money and Banking (ECO320) 64/Jun 08 - Principles of Finance (FIN100) 67/May 08 - Principles of Macroeconomics (ECO100) 75/Apr 08 - Principles of Marketing 74/Apr 08 - Introduction to World Religions (HUM400) 78/Apr 08 - Analyzing & Interpreting Lit 69/Mar 08 (6 credits) - Introductory Psychology 74/Feb 08 - Introductory Sociology 73/Jan 08 - Principles of Mgmt 75/Dec 05 - English Comp (cold) 59/Sep 05 (6 credits) - Information Systems & Computer Apps 72/Sep 05 - College French Language 75/Jun 05 (12 credits) +Traditional Credits Earned 2005-2008: 17 classes - last 3 traditional classes completed Oct/08 ALL DONE NOV 08. Degree received: BS in Business Administration, minor in Management, SCL. Saved $$$$$ and Time - Thanks to InstantCert.
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05-14-2008, 10:11 AM
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I looked into IStudySmart before I found IC,. but was turned of by the expense.
Example: Principles of Management $200 IStudySmart $65 Test Fee $15 Proctor Fee $280 I can take a the same class at LSU Independent and Distance Learning for $241!!
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BSBA Marketing Thomas Edison State College-63/120 College Math-66, College Algebra-64, Analyzing & Interpreting Literature-67, U.S. History I-66, U.S. History II-61, Information Systems & Computer Applications-59, Biology-61, DSST Introduction to Business-61, Introductory Sociology-65, Introductory Psychology-52, Principles of Microeconomics-54, Principles of Macroeconomics-47, Principles of Marketing-68, Financial Accounting-47, Introductory Business Law-62, Principles of Management-70, DSST Principles of Supervision-64, DSST Organizational Behavior-68, English Literature-61
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05-14-2008, 05:04 PM
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Thanks for the feedback guys. I think I am going to avoid iStudySmart then. Off to Amazon I go to find a Natural Sciences textbook!
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Here is my lineup since January 2008!
UP NEXT: Introductory Business Law Biology 53 Intro to Educational Psychology 63 Principles of Marketing 65 College Algebra 60 Introductory Psychology 70 Human Growth and Development 68 Information Sys. Computer App. 48 OUCH! Introductory Sociology 66 Principles of Management 70 US History II 56 Analyzing & Interpreting Literature 54 COLD English Composition with Essay 52 COLD Plus, the 24 credits I've earned at the traditional B&M so far. I am graduating in December of 2009! BS in Human Resources Management Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
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05-14-2008, 05:31 PM
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This will work BIG TIME: Special Offer: David and Laurie's Downloadable NATURAL SCIENCE CLEP(tm) NOTES!
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ShotoJuku + A.S., B.S., M.S. Always be ready to release your mind and be willing to listen to the advice of others. Remain flexible. - Gichin Funakoshi
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