Sunday, December 21, 2008

Chapter 2 Outline Memorization Work

Here are my acronyms for memorizing the topics of each chapter and the sub-topics of each chapter topic...

Comments on General Test Study Strategy

I just wanted to make some comments with how I am studying for this exam in case you look at my stuff and say, "What the heck!"

I am approaching this from an outline memorization approach, and to that end, I use a lot of mnemonic devices (particularly words or phrases out of acronyms).

I am trying to get the basic framework and check lists in my head, and then I can fill in additional details.

There are, of course, many other ways to study. I would love to post your ideas as well. Email me or comment.

Thursday, December 18, 2008

Outline: Ch. 2 -- Profile

How would you outline Chapter 2 of the Intro Manual (pp. 13-22)?

Intro to ED: 5 Prereq's for ED initiatives (p. 3)

What are the 5 things you have to do prior to establishing any new economic development initiatives.

Outline: Ch. 1 "Intro to ED" -- Memorizing the Outline

What are ways people have for memorizing the elements in Chapter 1?

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Intro to ED: Universal definition for ED?

Is there a universal definition for ED? What is the implication of the answer to that question? (p. 5, Intro Manual)

Intro to ED: ED Definitions

Give the definition for ED given in the manual (p. 4, Intro Manual). Bonus points if you can give the alternate definition also given in the manual.

Intro to ED: 10 ED Players

Name the ten organizational players in economic development (pp. 6-7, Intro Manual).

Intro to ED: 6 EDP Roles

What are the 6 roles of the Economic Development Practitioner? (pp. 8-9, Intro Manual)

Intro to ED: 6 ED Theories

List the 6 theories of economic development (pp. 9-12, Intro Manual)

Outline: Ch. 1 "Intro to ED" (Intro Manual)

What does your outline look like for this Chapter?

Sunday, December 14, 2008

Glossary: location quotient

What is the "location quotient"?
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Friday, December 12, 2008

Glossary: AFDC/TANF

Provide the definition that's in the manual.
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BR&E: Clusters--3 Amenities/Support

Name 3 of the amenities and support services that foster clusters? (p. 60, Manual 1)

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Strategic Planning: 4 Benefits

What are the four main benefits of strategic planning (pp. 23-24 of Intro manual)?

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Welcome CEcD wannabe. This blog is totally about and for folks that want to prepare for the CEcD exam. It will provide questions and answers, information about the exam, and updates, as well as test taking strategies and tips. Looking forward to putting anyone's comments up here as well. Please email me at dzak@greaterspringfield.com.