常见问题(FAQ)

我该如何开始?
The first step to joining any 成人基本技能 Department classes is to complete 我们的 网络方向. 你可以随时开始培训.
我可以在网上上课吗?
是的, we are currently offering both virtual and in-person classes.
上课时间和地点?
Virtual classes meet at specific days and times on Zoom. 面对面的课程是典型的 offered at the main campus (Albany), Lebanon Center, Benton Center, and the DHS building 在科瓦利斯的研究方法. 我们有白天、晚上和一些星期六的选择. 不是每学期都开设所有的课程.
我可以随时出发吗?
While most classes start at the beginning of a new term, some classes are open enrollment. Usually we can get you started at any point in the term. 我们会帮你准备的 to register for the classes you want at the start of the next term.
什么是CASAS测试?
Students in any ABS classes will take a CASAS (Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems) test when they enter the program and then usually once a term to monitor progress. This test shows y我们的 level and helps us get you into the right class. 采取 the CASAS is a requirement and you are able to schedule the test either in person 或者在你方便的时候.

 

关于格考试的问题

我如何获得普通教育文凭?
You earn y我们的 格 by passing f我们的 格 subject area tests: language arts, math, science, 还有社会研究.
我该如何准备格考试?
It’s up to you: we offer in person or virtual 格 preparation classes, or you can 自学.
我该如何开始?
The first step to begin 格 classes is to complete 我们的 网络方向. 你可以随时开始培训.
我能去考试吗?
是的, but it is not recommended unless you are sure you’re prepared to pass. 你会 需要在 格测试服务 预约正式测试. 通过格考试服务，你可以 also purchase “格 Ready,” which is the official 格 practice test. 格准备考试 lets you know if you are likely to pass or if you should consider prep classes. 格 准备可以从家里在线完成. 官方测试可在博天堂官方奥尔巴尼 校园，并通过你的 格测试服务 账户. Additionally, you may have the option to take an official test online if 你符合一定的要求. 更多信息请点击这里.
格考试的费用是多少?
官方格考试每门科目38美元. 有四个科目测试.
如果我未满18岁，我能拿到普通教育文凭吗?
The 格 credential and 我们的 格 prep classes are meant for adults, but we can make 16岁和17岁除外. They should have a “release from compulsory attendance” letter from their most recently-attended high school or get a “parent assurance” and “格授权书”来自 Linn-Benton-Lincoln ESD家庭学校办公室 (541-812-2687). 没有未成年人 of 16 is eligible for 格 classes or 格 testing.
我很久以前就考过了. 我需要重考吗?
格考试最近一次更新是在2014年. 如果你在2014年之后参加考试，你的分数仍然是 有效，可以通过您的 格测试服务 账户. If y我们的 scores were from before 2014, you will need to retake y我们的 tests.
我如何获得格成绩单/记录的副本?
你可以在 格测试服务 或致电877-392-6433. 博天堂官方不保存格记录.
我可以用西班牙语上普通教育文凭课程吗?
是的! 更多资料请浏览 格 西班牙语版 或者拨打541-917-4710
What happens if I don’t feel ready to take my official 格 test at the end of a term? 我可以补课吗?
Our subject-based classes (Science, Language 艺术, etc) are designed to help you learn what you need to know to pass the official test in that subject area after one term. You will take an official practice test, the 格 Ready, at the end of the class. 然而, sometimes students want to repeat the class and that is okay. 学生可以选修任何 主课不超过三次. 参加你所有的 上课，参与，做作业.

 

关于ELA(英语课程)的问题

什么是ELA?
ELA代表“英语语言习得”. 他们是英语课来帮助你的 develop skills to use English for work and/or going to college.
I’m visiting the United States, can I take ELA classes?

ELA课程由美国政府资助.S. 政府为人们准备工作和/或 去美国上学. 如果你想在美国永久居住 你有资格上我们的课. 如果你打算回国 有一天，你没有资格参加我们的ELA课程.

If you are here on a visa that does not allow you to work and go to school, we can 帮助你找到其他地区的项目. 如果你是国际学生，我们推荐 ELCI. If you are not an international student, there are English classes available through 博天堂官方’s 社区 Education department that are open to visitors. 请联系苏 石(stones@linnbenton.Edu)获取更多信息.
我该如何开始?

The first step to joining ELA classes is to complete 我们的 网络方向. 你可以随时开始培训.

What is the difference between Fast Track and 社区 ELA?

Fast Track is an intensive program designed for students who need English skills for work and/or college and want to move quickly toward their goals. 学生应该有 at least 10 or more h我们的s a week for classes and homework. 快车道学生 take core English classes as well as computer, basic math, and college readiness classes. 社区 ELA is for students who have less time to attend classes and do homework. These classes will focus on day to day English needed for life in the United States.

我的孩子可以参加这些课程吗? 你们的年龄要求是多少?

这些课程适用于18岁及以上的成年人. 我们很少能接受16岁的孩子 or 17 who have been formally released from compulsory education or have documentation to show they have graduated high school from a home country. 没有未成年人 有资格申请ELA. 博天堂官方 does not allow children to attend classes with parents 或监护人.

 

关于出勤和课程费用的问题

可以 I register if I can’t attend class every time the class meets?

You should be prepared to attend each class you sign up for at least 90% of the time, which means you can have no more than two unexcused absences per term. 这包括 在线课程. 我们提供白天、晚上和一些周末课程. 我们帮不了你 如果你不在课堂上，实现你的目标.

Missing a lot of classes will affect y我们的 progress in the program and can affect whether 或者你是否能够注册未来的条款.

多少钱?

Class fees in the 成人基本技能 Department are $33 per term. 你可以多吃一点 than one class for that fee if you can meet the attendance requirements.

我怎样缴纳注册费?
  1. 通过在线 Webrunner
  2. Call the Business Office at 541-917-4312 (8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday)
  3. Visit the Business Office in Calapooia Center, or the front desk at Lebanon or Benton Center
  4. 邮寄支票或汇票(请不要现金)至:

林本顿社区学院
卡拉波亚中心，商务办公室
太平洋大道西南6500号
奥尔巴尼，OR 97321

缴费的截止日期是什么时候?
Please try to pay y我们的 fee by the end of the first week of the term. 为了避免注册 hold on y我们的 账户, pay y我们的 fee before it’s time to register for a new term.

 

更多的问题

I might want to start college when I’m done with the 成人基本技能 program. 可以 你来帮我?
是的! We have Transition Specialists who can help you plan for college. 他们帮助 things like financial aid, researching programs at 博天堂官方, navigating the admissions 过程等等. We also have a special class, College and Career Readiness, to 帮助你准备好进入大学.
我还有一个问题.
Please contact the 成人基本技能 department at 541-917-4710 or abs@oldtimer-markt.net