[Libs-Or] New Content in LearningExpress Library

[Jennifer Maurer]

Take two minutes to review the list of new content available in LearningExpress Library so far in 2012. The additions cover many different subject areas that will benefit students/patrons of nearly all library types. For example, there are now initial or additional resources for ASSET exams (used for placing students into postsecondary institutions), calculus, geography, NCLEX-RN exams, PANCE exams (Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam), police offer exams, and Praxis exams (for those entering the teaching profession).

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What's New in Q1 2012?
New Online Practice Exams
Praxis I: PPST Practice Exams
Three sets of instantly scored, full-length practice Praxis I(r) Pre-Professional Skills Tests (PPST(r)).

Praxis I PPST: Mathematics Practice Test 1

Praxis I PPST: Reading Practice Test 1

Praxis I PPST: Writing Practice Test 1


Praxis I PPST: Mathematics Practice Test 2

Praxis I PPST: Reading Practice Test 2

Praxis I PPST: Writing Practice Test 2


Praxis I PPST: Mathematics Practice Test 3

Praxis I PPST: Reading Practice Test 3

Praxis I PPST: Writing Practice Test 3

CLEP College Composition Modular Practice Tests
Two instantly scored, full-length practices for the multiple-choice section of the College-Level Examination Program(r) (CLEP) College Composition Modular Test.

CLEP College Composition Modular Practice Test 1

CLEP College Composition Modular Practice Test 2

Calculus Skills Improvement Practice
An instantly scored, 50-question practice exercise to help boost essential calculus skills.

Calculus Skills Improvement Practice

TExES: PPR EC-12 Practice Tests
Two instantly scored, full-length practice tests for the Texas Examinations of Educator Standards(tm) (TExES(tm)) Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (PPR) EC-12 test.

TExES: PPR EC-12 Practice Test 1

TExES: PPR EC-12 Practice Test 2

Additional Police Officer Exam "Reading Comprehension," "Vocabulary," and "Memorization & Visualization" Practices
More 15-question practice sets for the Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary questions found on many Police Officer Exams around the country.

Police Officer Practice: Reading Comprehension 3

Police Officer Practice: Reading Comprehension 4


Police Officer Practice: Vocabulary 3

Another 30-question practice set for the memorization and visualization questions found on many Police Officer Exams around the country.

Police Officer Practice: Memorization & Visualization 3

New eBooks
ASVAB Preparation
ASVAB Core Review, Fourth Edition
Studying for the ASVAB is a major mission. A candidate's score on the four core subtests that comprise the ASVAB's AFQT (Armed Forces Qualifying Test) determines whether or not he or she can enlist, and this eBook helps build the reading, vocabulary, and math skills needed to secure enlistment. It guides readers every step of the way, from diagnosing your strengths and weaknesses and refreshing essential skills, to giving you plenty practice with three full-length practice AFQTs.
Academic Skills Preparation
Calculus Success in 20 Minutes a Day, Second Edition
A good knowledge of calculus is essential for success on many tests and is applicable for a wide range of careers. This completely revised and updated second edition of Calculus Success in 20 Minutes a Day helps students refresh and acquire important calculus skills. This guide provides a thorough review that fits into any busy schedule. Each step takes just 20 minutes a day!

Write Better Essays in 20 Minutes a Day, Third Edition
Whether applying to college, trying to pass an academic course, or drafting a business letter, writing effectively is an important but challenging skill. This newly updated and revised Write Better Essays in 20 Minutes a Day provides readers with step-by-step instructions for writing clear and compelling essays-and all it takes is 20 minutes a day!

Geography Review in 20 Minutes a Day
Mastering geography isn't just about memorizing the names of lakes and mountains-it can also provide a window into the politics and culture of a region. Geography Review in 20 Minutes a Day gives insight into the physical, cultural, economic, and political makeup of the world. This comprehensive eBook contains short, focused lessons on each continent's physical features, major cities, ruling governments, economies, and more. It also examines environmental and political events that have shaped physical and human geography.


What's New in Q2 2012?
New Online Practice Exams
NCLEX-RN Practice Tests
Two instantly scored practice tests for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN(r)).

NCLEX-RN Practice Test 1

NCLEX-RN Practice Test 2

PANCE Practice Tests
Two instantly scored full-length practice tests for the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE).

PANCE Practice Test 1

PANCE Practice Test 2

ASSET Practice Tests
Seven sets of instantly scored, full-length practice tests for ASSET(r) Basic Skill Measures and Advanced Mathematics Measures.

ASSET Writing Skills Practice Test 1

ASSET Writing Skills Practice Test 2


ASSET Numerical Skills Practice Test 1

ASSET Numerical Skills Practice Test 2


ASSET Reading Skills Practice Test 1

ASSET Reading Skills Practice Test 2


ASSET Elementary Algebra Practice Test 1

ASSET Elementary Algebra Practice Test 2


ASSET Intermediate Algebra Practice Test 1

ASSET Intermediate Algebra Practice Test 2


ASSET College Algebra Practice Test 1

ASSET College Algebra Practice Test 2


ASSET Geometry Practice Test 1

ASSET Geometry Practice Test 2

Additional Praxis I: PPST Practice Exams
An additional set of instantly scored, full-length practice Praxis I(r) Pre-Professional Skills Tests (PPST(r)).

Praxis I PPST: Mathematics Practice Test 4

Praxis I PPST: Reading Practice Test 4

Praxis I PPST: Writing Practice Test 4

New eBooks
Professional Skills
Nursing Assistant/Nurse Aide Exam, Fifth Edition
This completely revised and updated fifth edition is designed to prepare readers to pass the Nursing Assistant/Nurse Aide Certification Exam and help them achieve their career goals. It includes five complete practice exams based on the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) standards, each including 70 multiple-choice questions with detailed answer explanations; practical information on state requirements for becoming a CNA, including a complete list of state Certified Nursing Assistant Registries with contact information; and an inside look at the tasks a candidate will be responsible for as a CNA, including a sample practical skills assessment to prepare for the clinical portion of the exam and for job interviews.
Praxis I: Power Practice
The nation's top teacher education programs use Praxis I Pre-Professional Skills Test scores to determine whether candidates have the basic academic skills required for a career in education, and many states use these scores as part of their certification requirements. If the goal is to become an educator, earning great scores on the Praxis I is crucial, and this book will help readers reach that goal. Praxis I: Power Practice offers the most practice available for the Praxis I PPSTs.

PANCE: Power Practice
Success on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE) is mandatory for becoming a physician assistant. PANCE: Power Practice features two full-length tests that are based on the official test, along with detailed answer explanations.

Career Changer's Manual
Designed for anyone from the recent graduate who decides to change his focus to the seasoned professional starting fresh in a new industry, Career Changer's Manual offers hands-on activities that lead consumers through each step of the career changing process. With profiles of people who have successfully changed careers, information on scholarships and grants, insight into industries that are hiring, and resume and interview tips, this is a complete, interactive resource for anyone needing guidance. Career Changer's Manual helps readers evaluate their current career to decide if the timing is right to pursue a new one and guides them through a series of list-making, checklists, and financial planning worksheets that will eventually lead to a rock-solid plan when approaching their job hunt.

Academic Skills
501 Geometry Questions, Second Edition
This comprehensive study guide takes readers step-by-step though 501 geometry questions, helping them brush up on math skills, gain effective problem-solving techniques, and prepare for academic exams. Each question is accompanied by a complete answer explanation, so readers can clearly see what they did right and in what areas they need to improve.

ACT Flash Review
This skill-building guide features essential ACT vocabulary and terminology that test takers should master in order to feel confident on test day. Inside, readers will find 600 ACT flashcards with definitions, sample sentences, synonyms, and a pronunciation key for each term. It's the perfect companion to any ACT study plan, and an ideal guide for self-study and review.

Practical Math Success in 20 Minutes a Day, Fifth Edition
Great math skills are essential for meeting the demands of work and succeeding on standardized tests. This eBook has been created specifically to guide readers through pre-algebra, algebra, and geometry-the fundamental concepts they're striving to conquer, or the ones once learned but may have been forgotten-in just 20 easy steps. What's more, each step takes only 20 minutes a day!

Thanks,
Jen

Jennifer Maurer
School Library Consultant
Oregon State Library
250 Winter Street NE
Salem, OR 97301
503.378.5011
jennifer.maurer at state.or.us
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