I work full time (47 hours a week) and just registered for the GCPS. I'm trying to set a realistic study timeline before committing to a test date.
From what I've read online, estimates range from 6 weeks to 12 weeks depending on background. My background is related but I've never taken a formal practice test course, so I'm probably starting from an intermediate level.
I've been using the gcps instructional planning to gauge where I stand, and my initial diagnostic scores are around 58% — which tells me I have work to do.
For those who've been through it: did you study daily or more intensively in bursts? And did you feel like your practice scores accurately predicted your real exam performance? Any input would help me set a realistic target date.
Same experience here. The gcps instructional planning was what finally made it click for me — specifically the way it explains the reasoning rather than just giving answers. Took me 2 weeks of consistent practice but scores went from 66% to 88% by exam day.
The part about reviewing wrong answers thoroughly is so underrated. Most people (including me, first time around) just move on after getting something wrong. Going back to understand the concept is what actually builds retention for the GCPS.
The part about reviewing wrong answers thoroughly is so underrated. Most people (including me, first time around) just move on after getting something wrong. Going back to understand the concept is what actually builds retention for the GCPS.
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