Earlier this week, USA Today published an article about the new GED test, titled "Tougher GED tests mean fewer take exam, pass."
The map included in the article is a clear picture of what states have adopted the new GED test, and what states have adopted the alternative high school equivalency tests, HiSET and TASC. (Another chart can be found on the New Readers Press (NRP) website.)
The article states: "Five months after officials revamped the GED exam to better reflect high school proficiency, fewer people are taking and passing the test across the USA, according to the education company that runs the test."
The article also cites an increased fee as an impediment for taking the test. It's important to note that some states and testing facilities are subsidizing the cost and making it cheaper for students.
For materials associated with the new GED test as well as the HiSET and TASC tests, visit the NRP website and search under GED/HSE!
