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Getting Started with GED Science Prep

Overview

This guide will help you get started with the GED Science preparation materials.

Course Structure

The GED Science curriculum is organized into 12 chapters covering 200 concepts. Each chapter builds on previous concepts, so it's recommended to work through them in order.

How to Use This Resource

  1. Start with Chapter 1 - Scientific Reasoning Foundations establishes the core concepts you'll need
  2. Work through chapters sequentially - Concepts build on each other
  3. Use the Learning Graph - Check concept dependencies if you're unsure about prerequisites
  4. Interact with MicroSims - Visual and interactive elements help reinforce learning
  5. Review regularly - Revisit previous chapters to reinforce understanding

Learning Objectives

By completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Comprehend scientific presentations (text, graphs, tables, diagrams)
  • Design scientific investigations
  • Reason from data and evidence
  • Evaluate scientific claims and theories
  • Express scientific information clearly
  • Apply scientific models and theories
  • Use probability and statistics
  • Integrate concepts across scientific disciplines

Assessment Format

The GED Science Test includes:

  • 90 minutes to complete
  • 34-40 questions covering all content domains
  • 60% of questions at Depth of Knowledge (DOK) level 2 or 3
  • Questions may include text passages, graphs, charts, tables, and diagrams

Study Tips

  1. Take notes as you read each chapter
  2. Complete interactive exercises in the MicroSims
  3. Review the Learning Graph to see how concepts connect
  4. Practice with sample questions (when available)
  5. Focus on understanding rather than memorization

Next Steps