Education 225: High School Equivalency Preparation - Spring 2025

Sep 14, 2026

Education 225: High School Equivalency Preparation (Spring 2025) provides an overview of the four academic subject areas that comprise the GED and other high school equivalency tests: Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science, with emphasis on computer skills required for current testing. Diagnostic pretests guide instruction toward student needs, supporting content mastery and essential test-taking skills. The course also outlines accessibility and support services, prerequisites, and student learning outcomes for success.

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Pages14

Reading Time35 min

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~~ ~~Spring~~ ~~2025~~ ~~ College of the Redwoods ~~ 􀃺 ~~ Education 225: High School Equivalency Preparation Semester & Year: Spring 2025 Course ID & Section \#: EDUC 225 K9126 . (059126) Instructor’s name: Elizabeth Leach O'Rourke Day/Time of required meetings: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:30AM-12:55PM Location: KTIS Computer Lab Number of proctored exams: 0 Course units: 0 Non Credit ~~ 􀀢 ~~ Instructor Contact Information Office location: KTIS computer Lab Office hours: Before and after class [elizabeth-leach@redwoods.edu](elizabeth-leach@redwoods.edu) 􀂪 ~~ 􀁈 ~~ Catalog Description Provides an overview of the four academic subject areas that comprise the 2014 GED and other high school equivalency tests (i.e. , Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science) . Computer skills necessary for passing current high school equivalency tests will also be covered. Through the use of diagnostic pretests, course content will emphasize students’needs. ~~ 􀌒 ~~ Course Student Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate content knowledge in high school secondary education curricula. 2. Demonstrate test taking skills necessary for passing the high school equivalency test. ~~ 􀂑 ~~ Prerequisites / Co-requisites / Recommended Preparatio Advisory EDUC210-Adult Basic Education Adult Basic Education is a course in basic education designed to meet the needs of individuals whose education was interrupted below eighth grade level. For some populations, taking Educ 210 prior to entering Educ 225 will be necessary. EDUC 210 is preparation for the GED class, but not all students will need it. Students that have a solid Elementary level education can 􀂪 enter into EDUC 225 without EDUC 210. ~~ 􀆰 ~~ Educational Accessibility & Support College of the Redwoods is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified students who could benefit from additional educational support and services. You may qualify if you have a physical, mental, sensory, or intellectual condition which causes you to struggle academically, including but not limited to: Mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, or bipolar disorder Common ailments such as arthritis, asthma, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and diseases Temporary impairments such as a broken bone, recovery from significant surgery, or a pregnancy-related disability Neurodevelopmental disorders such as a learning disability, intellectual disability, autism, acquired brain injury, or ADHD Vision, hearing, or mobility conditions Available services include extended test time, quiet testing environments, academic assistance and tutoring through the LIGHT Center ( [https://www.redwoods.edu/services/sass/light.php](https://www.redwoods.edu/services/sass/light.php)) , counseling and advising, alternate formats of course materials (e.g. , audio books, braille, E-texts), assistive technology, learning disability assessments, approval for personal attendants, interpreters, priority registration, on-campus transportation, adaptive physical education and living skills courses, and more. If you believe you might benefit from disability-or health-related services and accommodations, please contact Student Accessibility Support Services (SASS) ( [https://www.redwoods.edu/services/sass/index.php](https://www.redwoods.edu/services/sass/index.php)) . If you are unsure whether you qualify, please contact Student Accessibility Support Services (SASS) for a consultation: [sass@redwoods.edu](sass@redwoods.edu) ([mailto:sass@redwoods.edu](mailto:sass@redwoods.edu)) . Eureka: 707-476-4280, Student Services building, first floor SS113 Del Norte: 707-465-2353, main building, near the Library Klamath-Trinity: 707-476-4280 ~~ 􀉁 ~~ Student Support Services 􀂪 Good information and clear communication about your needs will help you be successful. Please let your instructor know about any specific challenges or technology limitation

FAQs

What subjects are covered in Education 225 for the GED and equivalency tests?

The course covers Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science, which make up the GED and other high school equivalency tests.

How does the course tailor learning to students’ needs?

Diagnostic pretests are used to emphasize students’ needs and direct course content accordingly.

What educational support and accommodations are available for qualified students?

Reasonable accommodations may include extended test time, quiet testing environments, academic assistance and tutoring, alternate formats of materials, assistive technology, and disability-related support services, with contacts provided through Student Accessibility Support Services (SASS).

Sep 14, 2026

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