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The GRE?

The GRE?. Patricia Taylor-Cooke. Drew C. Appleby. Do any of these statements sound familiar?. I have plenty of time to prepare. I didn’t really study for the SAT, so why should I study for the GRE. I did okay on the SAT. So, I will do okay on the GRE.

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The GRE?

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  1. The GRE? Patricia Taylor-Cooke Drew C. Appleby

  2. Do any of these statements sound familiar? • I have plenty of time to prepare. • I didn’t really study for the SAT, so why should I study for the GRE. • I did okay on the SAT. So, I will do okay on the GRE. • I got accepted to college. So, I will have no problem getting into graduate school. • My GRE test is still a year away. • I am only a Freshman/Sophomore/Junior. I don’t need to worry about it yet. • I can’t afford to get help in preparing for the GRE • I’m not going to waste my money. It won’t help anyway. • I haven’t even thought about it. • I don’t need to practice. You can take as long as you want to answer the questions. • What the heck is the GRE?

  3. Overview • What is the GRE? • How is the GRE Administered? • What are the Sections? • The New GRE!! • How Do I Prepare? • Long-Term • Short-Term • Cost vs. Investment • Review

  4. What is the GRE? • The Graduate Record Examination • An examination that tests your skills in several different areas • Verbal • Quantitative • Writing Assessment • Subject Test (Will be covered later) • One Part of Your Ticket to Graduate School • An Important Selection Criteria for Graduate Schools

  5. How is the GRE Administered? • The GRE is Available in CAT or Paper Format • CAT = Computer-Adaptive Test • Each question is chosen based on whether you answered the previous question correctly • Benefit = Available Year Round, Immediate Feedback • Paper Based • Disadvantages – 5 sections, 3 times a year & wait for feedback

  6. What are the sections? • Verbal • Tests vocabulary, verbal reasoning skills, and ability to read with understanding and insight • Types of questions include: Analogies, antonyms, sentence completion, and reading comprehension • 30 questions • 30 minutes (Kaplan, 2001)

  7. Antonyms Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters. • ERRONEOUS: • careful • vigorous • accurate • convincing • thoughtful • ERRONEOUS: • careful • vigorous • accurate • convincing • thoughtful Explanation: Erroneous = incorrect Closest Match = Accurate

  8. Antonyms Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters. • ABET: • Exaggerate • Arrange • Refuse • Deter • Confuse • ABET: • Exaggerate • Arrange • Refuse • Deter • Confuse Explanation: ABET = to aid Closest Match = Deter (Kaplan, 2001)

  9. Analogies Select the pair that best expresses a relationship similar to that expressed in the original pair. • DISCHARGED : SOLDIER • fired : cannon • graduated : student • appointed : judge • transferred : student • docked : salary • DISCHARGED : SOLDIER • fired : cannon • graduated : student • appointed : judge • transferred : student • docked : salary (Kaplan, 2001)

  10. Analogies DISCHARGED : SOLDIER graduated : student Discharged is what a soldier is said to be when his or her tour of duty is up and he or she is released from commitment to the armed forces. Graduated is what a student is said to be when he or she has completed a particular stage of schooling, and is released. (Kaplan, 2001)

  11. Analogies Select the pair that best expresses a relationship similar to that expressed in the original pair. • TITLED : NOBLE • elected : candidate • acclaimed : artist • commissioned : officer • deposed : ruler • initiated : argument • TITLED : NOBLE • elected : candidate • acclaimed : artist • commissioned : officer • deposed : ruler • initiated : argument (Kaplan, 2001)

  12. Analogies TITLED : NOBLE commissioned : officer A person is called noble because he/she is titled. An officer, especially one of the military, is an officer because he/she has been commissioned. This one is easier if you work it from right to left. (Kaplan, 2001)

  13. Sentence Completion Choose the word or set of words for each blank that best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole. • The author presumably believes that all businessmen are _______, for her main characters, whatever qualities they may lack, are virtual paragons of ______. • clever…ingenuity • covetous…greed • virtuous…deceit • successful…ambition • cautious…achievement • The author presumably believes that all businessmen are _______, for her main characters, whatever qualities they may lack, are virtual paragons of ______. • clever…ingenuity • covetous…greed • virtuous…deceit • successful…ambition • cautious…achievement Author believes business men are models of some quality. Implies that whatever bad points they may have, there’s one particular good thing about them. (Kaplan, 2001)

  14. Reading Comprehension After reading the passage, choose the best answer to each question. Answer all questions following the passage on the basis of what is stated or implied in the passage. (Kaplan, 2001)

  15. The four Galilean satellites of Jupiter probably experienced early, intense bombardment. Thus, the very ancient surface of Callisto remains scarred by impact craters. The younger, more varied surface of Ganymede reveals distinct light and dark areas, the light areas featuring networks of intersecting grooves and ridges, probably resulting from later ice flows. The impact sites of Europa have been almost completely erased, apparently by water outflowing from the interior and instantly forming vast, low, frozen seas. Satellite photographs of Io, the closest of the four to Jupiter, were revelatory. They showed a landscape dominated by volcanoes, many erupting, making Io the most tectonically active object in the solar system. Since a body as small as Io cannot supply the energy for such activity, the accepted explanation has been that, forced into a highly eccentric orbit, Io is engulfed by tides stemming from a titanic contest between the other three Galilean moons and Jupiter. (Kaplan, 2001)

  16. The four Galilean satellites of Jupiter probably experienced early, intense bombardment. Thus, the very ancient surface of Callisto remains scarred by impact craters. The younger, more varied surface of Ganymede reveals distinct light and dark areas, the light areas featuring networks of intersecting grooves and ridges, probably resulting from later ice flows. The impact sites of Europa have been almost completely erased, apparently by water outflowing from the interior and instantly forming vast, low, frozen seas. Satellite photographs of Io, the closest of the four to Jupiter, were revelatory. They showed a landscape dominated by volcanoes, many erupting, making Io the most tectonically active object in the solar system. Since a body as small as Io cannot supply the energy for such activity, the accepted explanation has been that, forced into a highly eccentric orbit, Io is engulfed by tides stemming from a titanic contest between the other three Galilean moons and Jupiter. • According to the passage, which of the following is probably NOT true of the surface of Io? • It is not characterized by intense tectonic activity. • Its volcanos have resulted from powerful tides. • It is younger than the surface of Callisto. • It is distinguished by many impact craters. • It has apparently not been shaped by internal forces. • According to the passage, which of the following is probably NOT true of the surface of Io? • It is not characterized by intense tectonic activity. • Its volcanos have resulted from powerful tides. • It is younger than the surface of Callisto. • It is distinguished by many impact craters. • It has apparently not been shaped by internal forces.

  17. The four Galilean satellites of Jupiter probably experienced early, intense bombardment. Thus, the very ancient surface of Callisto remains scarred by impact craters. The younger, more varied surface of Ganymede reveals distinct light and dark areas, the light areas featuring networks of intersecting grooves and ridges, probably resulting from later ice flows. The impact sites of Europa have been almost completely erased, apparently by water outflowing from the interior and instantly forming vast, low, frozen seas. Satellite photographs of Io, the closest of the four to Jupiter, were revelatory. They showed a landscape dominated by volcanoes, many erupting, making Io the most tectonically active object in the solar system. Since a body as small as Io cannot supply the energy for such activity, the accepted explanation has been that, forced into a highly eccentric orbit, Io is engulfed by tides stemming from a titanic contest between the other three Galilean moons and Jupiter. • It can be inferred that the geologic features found in the light areas of Ganymede were probably formed • subsequent to the features found in the dark areas. • in an earlier period than those in the dark areas. • at roughly the same time as the features found in the dark areas. • primarily by early bombardment. • by the satellite’s volcanic activity. • It can be inferred that the geologic features found in the light areas of Ganymede were probably formed • subsequent to the features found in the dark areas. • in an earlier period than those in the dark areas. • at roughly the same time as the features found in the dark areas. • primarily by early bombardment. • by the satellite’s volcanic activity.

  18. What are the sections? • Quantitative • Tests basic math skills, understanding math concepts, and reasoning skills • Types of questions include: Graph problems, problem solving, and quantitative comparison • 45 minutes • 28 questions (Kaplan, 2001)

  19. Quantitative Comparisons This question consists of two quantities, one in column A and another in column B. You are to compare the two quantities and decide whether the quantity in column A is greater; the quantity in column B is greater; the two quantities are equal; the relationship cannot be determined from the information given Common information: In a question, information concerning one or both of the quantities to be compared is centered above the two columns. A symbol that appears in both columns represents the same thing in column A as it does in column B. (Kaplan, 2001)

  20. B C b° 91° 89° a° A D Quantitative Comparisons Column AColumn B ABCD is a rectangle a b First – Make the picture look like the description. (Kaplan, 2001)

  21. Quantitative Comparisons Column AColumn B B C b° 91° 89° a° A D ABCD is a rectangle a b Answer: The quantity in column A is greater

  22. Problem Solving Select the best answer choice given. • If a  b = a+b for all nonnegative numbers, what is the value of 10  6? • 0 • 2 • 4 • 8 • 16 • If a  b = a+b for all nonnegative numbers, what is the value of 10  6? • 0 • 2 • 4 • 8 • 16 To solve just plug in 10 for a and 6 for b. (Kaplan, 2001)

  23. Graphs MEGACORP, INC. REVENUE AND PROFIT DISTRIBUTION FOR FOOD- AND NONFOOD-RELATED OPERATIONS, 1984-1989 Percent Revenues From Food-Related Operations in 1989 By Category (Kaplan, 2001)

  24. Percent Revenues From Food-Related Operations in 1989 By Category • Approximately how much did total revenues increase from 1984 to 1987? • $ 0.5 billion b) $ 1.5 billion • c) $ 4.0 billion d) $ 4.5 billion • e) $ 5.0 billion • Approximately how much did total revenues increase from 1984 to 1987? • $ 0.5 billion b) $ 1.5 billion • c) $ 4.0 billion d) $ 4.5 billion • e) $ 5.0 billion (Kaplan, 2001)

  25. Percent Revenues From Food-Related Operations in 1989 By Category • In 1989, approximately how many millions of dollars were revenues from frozen food operations? • 1,700 b) 1,100 • c) 900 d) 600 • e) 450 • In 1989, approximately how many millions of dollars were revenues from frozen food operations? • 1,700 b) 1,100 • c) 900 d) 600 • e) 450 (Kaplan, 2001)

  26. The New GRE • Beginning October 1st 2002 • Analytical Section Replaced with the Writing Assessment (ETS, 2002)

  27. The New GRE • What if I Have Already Taken the Analytical Section? • ETS is Recommending all Institutions to Consider both Formats Equally • Check With the Schools, But You Should Not Be Required to Take the Writing Section if You Took the GRE Prior to October 1st 2002 (ETS, 2002)

  28. The Writing Assessment • Consists of 2 Parts (as of July 1, 2003 must be word processed at CBT centers) • Present Your Perspective on an Issue • You are Given a Choice of Two Issues • 45 Minutes to Write • Analyze an Argument • An Argument Will be Given • 30 Minutes to Write • Scored on a 6-Point Scale (ETS, 2003)

  29. The Writing Assessment • Present Your Perspective on an Issue • Assesses Your Ability to Think Critically About a Topic and to Clearly Express Your Thoughts About it • You May Take any Approach You Wish – There are NO Correct Answers • You Must Write a Persuasive and Compelling Argument to Back Your Position (ETS, 2002)

  30. The Writing Assessment • Present Your Perspective on an Issue  Sample Issues: • “In our time, specialists of all kinds are highly overrated. We need more generalists --- people who can provide broad perspectives.” • “The best ideas arise from a passionate interest in commonplace things.” (ETS, 2002)

  31. The Writing Assessment • Analyze an Argument • Assesses Your Ability to Understand, Analyze, and Evaluate an Argument and to Clearly Convey Your Critique in Writing • This is Primarily a Critical Thinking Task Presented in Essay Format (ETS, 2002)

  32. The Writing Assessment • Analyze an Argument  Sample Argument: • Hospital statistics regarding people who go to the emergency room after roller-skating accidents indicate the need for more protective equipment. Within this group of people, 75 percent of those who had accidents in streets or parking lots were not wearing any protective clothing (helmets, knee pads, etc.) or any light-reflecting material (clip-on lights, glow-in-the-dark wrist pads, etc.). Clearly, these statistics indicate that by investing in high-quality protective gear and reflective equipment, roller skaters will greatly reduce their risk of being severely injured in an accident. (ETS, 2002)

  33. The Writing Assessment • Visit www.gre.org for… • Sample Essays With Reader Comments • Scoring Criteria • Published Pool of Issues and Arguments • Visit www.kaptest.com to… • Receive Feedback on Two of Your Essays • Only $59.00

  34. What are your thoughts and feelings? • If you thought these questions… • Weren’t too difficult • Were easy and fun  Then start preparing for your future in graduate school!!!

  35. What are your thoughts and feelings? • If You Thought These Questions… • Were Fairly Challenging • Made You a Little Anxious/Uncomfortable  Then There are Three Routes for You to Take 1) Begin Preparation Now for Graduate School 2) Consider Programs that Don’t Require the GRE 3) Consider Employment Opportunities that Don’t Require a Higher Degree

  36. What are your thoughts and feelings? • If You Thought These Questions… • Were Really Confusing • Are too Difficult for You to do Well  Then Rethink Aspirations • If They Involve Graduate School Then You May Want to Shift Your Focus to a Different Type of Program or to Employment

  37. How do I prepare? • Long-term Preparation • Short-term Preparation

  38. Long-Term Prep • Don’t Wait!!!!! • SAT Scores are a Good Indicator • Start Preparing Early in Your Education • Sophomore Year Take a Practice Test • Free Test at IUPUI (278-2490) • An ETS GRE Book (www.gre.org) • Kaplan Book or Online (www.kaptest.com)

  39. Long-Term Prep • Plan Semesters to Build Weak Areas • Verbal Section • Take Latin • Learn Word Roots • Helps you Figure Out Words You Don’t Know • Take a Critical Thinking Class • Learn to Pull Main Points From Paragraphs

  40. Long-Term Prep • Quantitative Section • Take or Audit M111 Algebra • Covers all Math Skills Needed • Basic Algebra and Geometry • Take M118 Finite Math • Covers Some Concepts From GRE • Probabilities

  41. Long-Term Prep • Writing Assessment • Take R227 Argumentation and Debate • Builds Skills in Analysis & Evidence of Arguments • Take W250 Writing in Context • Builds Skills for Writing on Issues • Take P162 Logic • Builds Skills on Analyzing Arguments • Download the Published Pool of Arguments and Issues and Practice

  42. Long-Term Prep • Research Schools Offering the Types of Programs that Interest You • Find Out Their Cut-Off Scores • Many Schools have Arbitrary Cut- Off Scores Used to Weed Out Applicants • For Example – Combined Verbal and Quantitative of 1200

  43. Short-Term Prep • Begin No Later Than 2 Months in Advance • Expensive • Less Expensive • Inexpensive

  44. Short-Term Prep • Expensive • Kaplan (www.kaptest.com) or 1-800-KAPTEST • Classroom Course ($999.00 - $1049.00) • Math or Verbal Course ($599.00) • Online Course ($499.00) • Private Tutoring ($1999.00 - $3999.00) Course Prices Listed on Kaplan Web Site 08-30-03

  45. Short-Term Prep • Less Expensive • IUPUI • Community Learning Network • GRE Course ($259.00) • Accessing the Site  (www.cln.iupui.edu) Continuing Studies Course Catalog College and Graduate Prep The GRE: Prep. For Test-Taking Course Price Listed on Web Site 01-15-02

  46. Short-Term Prep • Inexpensive • Kaplan (www.kaptest.com) or 1-800-KAPTEST • Crash Courses ($99.00) • Online Essay Grading ($59.00) • Workshops ($29.00 each) • Books and Software ($17.00 - $49.99) • GRE Strategy Seminar FREE Prices Listed on Kaplan Web Site 08-30-03

  47. Short-Term Prep • Inexpensive • ETS (the Test Makers)(www.gre.org) • Free PowerPrep Software & Paper Test When You Register for the Test • Online Diagnostic Test, Verbal & Quantitative ($15.00) • Book: Practicing to Take the GRE General Test 10th Edition ($21.00) • Online Writing Practice or Timed Test ($10.00) • Other Free Information Prices and Information Listed on ETS Web Site 08-30-03

  48. Cost vs. Investment Cost  What You are Investing • $15.00 - $4,000.00 • Time Investment  What You Get in Return • Graduate Degree • A Professional Career • Personal Satisfaction • Higher Average Earnings

  49. Average Earnings by Education High School Diploma/Technical Certification: • $19,930.00 Associate’s Degree: • $36,075.00 Bachelor’s Degree: • $43,500.00 Master’s Degree: • $46,500.00 Doctoral Degree: • $61,178.00 Bureau of Labor Statistics

  50. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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