GRE Exam Syllabus

GRE Exam Course

Course Title	[COURSE TITLE]
Course Code	[COURSE CODE]
Instructor Name	[YOUR NAME]
Email	[YOUR EMAIL]
Class Time	[CLASS TIME]
Class Duration	[DATE] - [DATE]

1. Course Title and Description

GRE Exam Mastery: Enhancing Your Readiness for Graduate School Success. This course is designed to introduce prospective graduate school applicants to the structure and content of the GRE exam as well as arm them with effective strategies and techniques for successful performance.

2. Instructor Information

Instructor: [YOUR NAME]
Contact: [YOUR EMAIL]

3. Learning Objectives

• Master the structure and the types of questions on the GRE exam.

• Develop effective strategies for tackling GRE questions.

• Improve time management skills while taking the exam.

• Boost vocabulary skills and reading comprehension for the Verbal section.

• Enhance analytical writing and problem solving abilities.

4. Course Schedule

Week	Topics	Assignments
1	Introduction to Graduate School	- Read assigned chapters from recommended textbooks
	Understanding Graduate School Culture	- Research potential graduate programs and make a list of preferences
	Time Management Strategies	- Create a weekly schedule to allocate time for study, research, and personal activities
	Effective Communication Skills	- Write a brief introduction email to a potential advisor or mentor
2	Research Skills Development	- Attend a workshop or seminar on research methodologies
	Literature Review	- Begin compiling a list of relevant literature for a research project
	Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills	- Solve practice problems related to your field of study
	Academic Writing	- Write a draft of the literature review section for a research paper

5. Required Reading and Materials

• "The Official Guide to the GRE General Test" by ETS

• "GRE Prep Plus" by Kaplan Test Prep

• "5 lb. Book of GRE Practice Problems" by Manhattan Prep

• "GRE Vocabulary Flashcards" by Magoosh

• Free online resources from the ETS website.

6. Assignments and Assessments

• Regular practice quizzes to measure understanding and progress

• Timed practice tests simulating actual GRE exam conditions

• Vocabulary and reading comprehension exercises

• Problem-solving and data interpretation exercises

• Analytical writing assignments

7. Course Policy

• Deadlines are not negotiable. Late submissions will be marked down.

• Academic integrity is a must. Cheating or plagiarism is forbidden.

• Make sure to participate actively in all discussion forums and activities.

• There are zero make-up opportunities for missed quizzes or assignments.

• Ensure that you have a stable internet connection during sessions and tests.

8. Grading Policy

Category	Weight (%)
Assignments	50%
Quizzes	20%
Final Practice Test	30%

Disclaimer

The syllabus provided is not set in stone and may be subjectively altered in accordance to the ever-changing requirements of the class or the instructor's specifications. In such instances, where there is a necessity for modifications, these changes will be immediately and efficiently communicated to all concerned parties.

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