I Passed!!!

Yes, the storm is over now! Now you may be wondering, why did you make such a big deal about this test.  Well excuse me Dr. Skeptical, but I haven’t taken a history course in over 10 years. Now if you tested me on changing diapers, breastfeeding, potty training, homeschooling, or even Zumba I would pass without breaking a sweat.  This however, was not that simple.  The NES History Exam is no joke.  I purchased the $50 practice test which was invaluable because it showed me my weak areas (I was weak all over).  I have to give mad props to Khan Academy.  I completed about 75% of their lessons and quizzes which reduced my anxiety levels significantly and I do not think I would have passed with out it.  Also, I purchased NES History Secrets Study Guide: NES Test Review for the National Evaluation Series Tests (Mometrix Secrets Study Guides)

christmas scram to cram

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Last week I was very discouraged. I decided to just go for it. If I fall or fail, I will get back up and try again until I reach my goal. With that said, I have just registered to take the NES History Exam. I have four weeks to study, and I am pretty sure I’m going to fail.

I have not taken a history course in over 10 YEARS!

I keep asking myself why I chose to do this. I bought a $50 study guide so we will see. I am afraid of the written portion, what if the topic is something I have very little knowledge of? Let the crunch time begin. Of course, I would be trying to study during the holidays right? Christmas should totally be stress-free.