CLEP Macroeconomics

[mrezas]

Any one who has taken Macroeconomics, will you please tell me if studying IC flash cards is enough to pass the test. I don’t have any knowledge in economics courses but need to pass it within 10 days.

Thanks

Ray

[ShotoJuku]

Originally Posted by mrezas

Any one who has taken Macroeconomics, will you please tell me if studying IC flash cards is enough to pass the test. I don’t have any knowledge in economics courses but need to pass it within 10 days.

Thanks

Ray

Hey Ray,

I can only speak for myself and my own experience. I used the IC flashcards -AND- also the REA book -PLUS- the macro/micro videos from Standard Deviants.

To answer your question for myself again, I needed all the resources I could get - particularly the videos. I am a "visual" learner and in that respect, seeing/watching the material displayed in action helped me tremendously. GOOD LUCK!!

[Back2School]

I passed the clep Macroeconomics with a 76 about 2 1/2 weeks ago. To be honest, I would not just rely on the instantcert flash cards. They are very helpful, but you really should look for some reading material that can give you more of an overview.

First off, use this resource:

http://ingrimayne.com/econ/TOC.html

It's well written and has quizes to help make sure you understand the reading material. I used it for macro and micro. If you don't have an Economics text book, this is the next best thing. Make sure you read the four basic economics sections at the top as well as all the macroeconomic subjects. If you understand everything from this link you will be well on your way to doing well on the clep test.

Then you should watch these videos up to #14. They are pretty enjoyable to watch and give a nice broad overview of economics.

http://www.learner.org/resources/ser...54842&pid=338#

Next, I would try the practice tests here:

http://college.hmco.com/economics/bo...ace/index.html

I also highly recommend the Peterson practice tests as well.


Good luck!

[mrezas]

I thank you both for your respons, Brian and back2 school. I think I have to dedicate more time for this exam.

Thank you

[upgray]

I also think you should supplement IC. I ran through IC and when i didn't fully understand an explanation, i consulted the princeton review book for AP micro/macro. Good luck.

[ShotoJuku]

Originally Posted by mrezas

I thank you both for your respons, Brian and back2 school. I think I have to dedicate more time for this exam.

Thank you

Get the videos - used via ebay or amazon - GOOD LUCK!!

[snazzlefrag]

Originally Posted by ShotoJuku

Get the videos - used via ebay or amazon - GOOD LUCK!!

Also, www.half.com is another good source for used study guides, books, videos etc.

I have found several great deals there.

[ShotoJuku]

Originally Posted by snazzlefrag

Also, www.half.com is another good source for used study guides, books, videos etc.

I have found several great deals there.

Thanks for the link Rob, I'll check it out too!!

[libartsmgr]

Originally Posted by mrezas

Any one who has taken Macroeconomics, will you please tell me if studying IC flash cards is enough to pass the test. I don’t have any knowledge in economics courses but need to pass it within 10 days.

Thanks

Ray

Hey Ray, I'm not an economically-minded person, but I was able to pass both macro and micro using just IC. One week study for each. I certainly don't want to recommend you do it, if you just don't feel comfortable, but in my opinion, IC will give you enough to pass.

(I got a 61 on macro and a 60 on micro - both A's for EC.)

[swthing64]

Originally Posted by libartsmgr

Hey Ray, I'm not an economically-minded person, but I was able to pass both macro and micro using just IC. One week study for each. I certainly don't want to recommend you do it, if you just don't feel comfortable, but in my opinion, IC will give you enough to pass.

(I got a 61 on macro and a 60 on micro - both A's for EC.)

Hmmm...don't know if I'd recommend using just IC for either macro or micro. I just missed passing the micro by 2 points and although IC is a nice supplement, it is not nearly enough to pass the micro in my opinion.