im really having a hard time getting back into the rhythm of things. i just barely passed my computer clep with a 52 and now im trying to get ready for the literature. i started reading but i keep looking at all the other classes that i have left and i get frustrated i know i should just concentrate on what i have to do now but im having trouble getting back into the habit. i guess im back in a slump.

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traditional credits 70

tests taken
sociology 65
information systems 52
introduction to computing 440
spanish 79 (native language)


tests needed:
pathophysiology
human anatomy and physiology
gerontology
statistics
A& I of literature
technical writing
plus ISU classes 4

I know the feeling. I took a long weekend break and I have been dragging my feet ever since. I'm studying for PreCalculus, which is killing me... so that's probably part of the problem. :P

My mom advised me to start studying for another test that is either easier or in a subject I enjoy more. I am still studying PreCalc, but also working on Principles of Supervision right now. It has helped some... I'm at least more motivated to study for something.

Anyway... I'm probably not one to give advice at this time. I'll take some from anyone who has it though!

And good luck getting back into things.

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I had the same problem recently. Someone on the board advised me to get study snacks, and just sit down a little at a time and work on it. Something that simple really did help me.

If you're taking the analyzing & interpreting literature test - what I used was the peterson's practice tests and the official clep practice exam (in the blue book). The one from clep was closer to what I actually saw than Peterson's but I felt more confident going into it after having taken some extra practice tests. I know a lot of people have complained about running out of time for that test - Peterson's was a good way for me to learn to gauge my time.

Hang in there!

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Cleps:
Introduction Business Law 65
Principles of Management 70
Principles of Marketing 71
A&I Literature 68
American Lit 59
Educational Psychology 68
Social sciences & history 65
Western Civilization I 64


What lies before us and what lies behind us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.

Here's my standard advice:


I can totally relate to what you all are saying, because I felt that way at times too.

Here's what worked for me:

1. Mope to your IC buddies and ask for encouragement. Oh wait, you already did that.

2. Schedule your tests. Deadlines have a great way of giving us the extra kick we need.

3. Try to make studying fun. For me, that meant fixing a pot of hot tea in my favorite foofy teapot and drinking it out of an equally foofy teacup, rounding up some chocolate, and studying in the company of my three adorable pussy cats. I realize that might not be everyone else's idea of fun, but you get the idea. Get something yummy to sip or munch, get comfortable, and reward yourself at the end.

4. Don't dwell on how depressed you are and stop counting the tests and the days till it's over. It just makes it worse. Take it one day at a time and refuse to listen to discouraged thoughts.

Hang in there! We're all rooting for you!

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History BA, TESC, starting Master's at AMU

CLEPS:
College Math-69, Sociology-70, Humanities-72, Am. Lit-61, English Lit-69, S. Sciences & History-65, Eng. Comp/w essay-75, Microec.-64, Macroec.-73, Western Civ. I-71, Western Civ. II-71, American Gov't-71, US History I-75, US History II-65, A&I Lit-77, Prin. of Mgmt-76, Prin. of Mktng-76. Biology-69

DSST's:
Civil War & Reconst.-70, Modern Middle East-63, World Religions-76, Tech. Writing-67, Prin. of Supervision-67, HR Mgmt-69, Rise & Fall USSR-64, Vietnam War-60, Ethics-69. Intro to Bus-67, Org. Behavior-69, W. Europe-60

thanks everyone. i really appreciate all the encouragement.i wanted to get something done today but as of yet i havent but, im going to go home after work, take a shower get comfy and do something... even if its just a little but i will do it. thanks again

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traditional credits 70

tests taken
sociology 65
information systems 52
introduction to computing 440
spanish 79 (native language)


tests needed:
pathophysiology
human anatomy and physiology
gerontology
statistics
A& I of literature
technical writing
plus ISU classes 4