COOS Launches New Online Study Aids

The Committee on Online Services (COOS), working in conjunction with the Student Liaison Committee, has launched E-Mail Study Groups for those taking CAS Examinations. The new online service has been established for those preparing for CAS Examination Parts 6, 8, and 10. Participants are encouraged to discuss any topic that might be of interest to people who are preparing for the examinations. If this pilot program proves popular, it may be expanded in the future to include study groups for all exam parts.

Along with the E-Mail Study Groups, COOS has established Study Tool Web Pages, which will allow candidates to share useful exam preparation material. Candidates who wish to contribute to the Study Tool Web Pages should E-mail their contribution to Amy Wright, Web Site Assistant. Links to the Study Tool Web Pages can be found in the CAS Web Site’s Students’ Corner.

"COOS is always on the lookout for ways to utilize online resources to benefit members and students," said Israel Krakowski, COOS Chairperson. According to Krakowski the creation of exam E-mail lists and their associated tool web sites are ideas with little cost but potentially great benefits. "These services will probably be most appreciated by actuarial students who are not in big cities or who are not working for large organizations—for them it will level the playing field," said Krakowski. "It should prove to be a useful resource for all students, especially as the Tool Pages grow over time."

To join a study group, send an E-mail to caslists@lists.casact.org. In the body of the message, type join studygroup6, join studygroup8, or join studygroup10 as appropriate. An E-mail message will be returned confirming that you have been added to the study group. Contact Mike Boa with any questions.