Assignment 2: Learning Express Library

This is a wonderful site for AP test preparation and practice. Last spring I used Learning Express Library in my AP Lit class. My students were assigned one of the tests and then given bonus points for taking more tests. I think they felt the extra practice was worth their time. The practice tests give students an opportunity to practice both the Multiple Choice section and the Essay section. I love that this site gives them feedback on their writing.  I plan to use LEL again this spring. This afternoon I went in and took one of the tests (well half of a test). I was excited because the first two poems in the test were poems I teach. I think I could actually use this test as a graded exercise in class - it would test students' understanding of these poems and give the students AP Test practice.
I also teach an ACT Prep course twice a year, so I checked out an ACT practice test this afternoon. The practice test is exactly like the real thing. Students who are serious about improving their ACT test scores know that PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE is a key to success. I think they will find this site useful. The site identifies their strengths and weaknesses and gives them personal feedback. And it's free! I will include information on this site in my spring class.