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Core components of Peterson's FCAT Online Course include:
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A diagnostic test to assess each student's strengths and weaknesses
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A customized course of instruction based on each student's diagnostic test, focusing on improving
performance in the core FCAT subject areas of math and reading
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Quizzes at the end of each lesson
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Three timed, full-length practice tests
AVAILABLE THROUGH THE CUSTOMIZED LEARNING PATH
FCAT Math Course
About the FCAT Math Exam
Types of Questions
Using Calculators
Types of Numbers
Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication,
and Division
Inverse Relationships
The Order of Operations
Decimals and Fractions
Ratios and Proportions
Percents
Square Roots
Exponents and Scientific Notation
Absolute Values
Equivalent Forms of Numbers
Comparing Numbers
Results of Mathematical Operations
Short-Response: Estimation
Using Expressions, Equations,
and Graphs
Solving Equations
Inequalities
Patterns
Short-Response: Changing Parameters
Short-Response: Solving Systems
of Equations
Triangles
Quadrilaterals
Circles
Regular Polygons
Coordinate Geometry
Transformations
3-D Objects
Congruent and Similar Figures
Geometry Problem Solving
Interpreting Graphs
Planar Cross Sections
Short Response: Geometry Questions
Extended Response:
Geometry Questions
Rates
Angle Measures
Perimeter and Area of Planar Objects
Indirect Measurement
Unit Conversions
Short Response:
Measurement Questions
Interpreting Data
Mean, Median, Mode, and Range
Probability
Analyzing Statistical Data
Short Response: Analyzing
Statistical Experiments
Extended Response: Data Analysis
What to Do on Test Day
FCAT Reading Course
About the FCAT Reading Exam
Types of Questions
Strategies for Reading and
Understanding Passages
Identifying Unfamiliar Words and
Word Meanings
Identifying the Main Idea
Identifying Relevant and
Supporting Details
Inferring and Drawing Conclusions
Comparing and Contrasting
Author's Purpose and Point-of-View
Identifying Organization and Transition
Persuasive Writing
Gathering and Using Information
Evaluating Resources
Synthesizing Information
Identifying Cause and Effect
Identifying Literary Elements
Writing Skills
What to Do on Test Day
LESSON TOPICS:
Core components of Peterson's FCAT Online Course include:
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A pretest to assess each student's strengths and weaknesses
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A customized course of instruction based on each student's diagnostic test, focusing on
improving performance in the core FCAT subject areas of math and reading
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Quizzes at the end of each lesson
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Three timed, full-length practice tests
