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Over the last year, Microsoft Learning’s exam development team has been doing some really awesome work to incorporate more types of questions into our exams. We added these question types in order to make our exams more real-world and relevant. And that’s a benefit to you because when our...

I was at the MCT Summit in San Francisco a few weeks ago, and as soon as the I walked in the door, I was bombarded with questions about that pesky conflict of interest statement that you're asked to sign if you are interested in participating in MCP exam development (this doesn't apply to all...

SQL Server 2012 is coming! We have already started developing some of the exams, courses, and books that will help our customers to learn SQL Server 2012 and to showcase their new skills. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in the works. Keep your eye here on Born to Learn for more details as we...

I've been toying around with the idea of making some changes to the score reports because the results from our Exam Satisfaction Survey (yes, I look at this data very carefully and use your feedback to make decisions about how to improve the quality of content and exam experience, so you really should...

Microsoft technologies are evolving more quickly than ever. In order to maintain the value of your certifications, we need to ensure that Microsoft certifications keep pace with changing technologies and remain a meaningful indicator of a candidate’s continued competence. In late July, we invited...

I am excited to announce the arrival of the new SharePoint 2010 exam, joining our Microsoft Office Specialist 2010 line up. If you're like me, SharePoint has become a key, integrated platform to connect with coworkers on key projects, as well as store and share valuable information. And I love how...

First and foremost a reminder that exams 271 and 272 will be retiring at the end of the month and these exams award the Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) certification. If you are in progress to achieve this certification, you must take and pass both exams before June 30, 2011 ....

Are you still pursuing a SQL Server 2005, Visual Studio 2005, or BizTalk Server 2006 certification? What about your MCDST? Well, time's a wastin'. The exams that are required to earn these certifications retire on June 30th.* After June 30th, 27 different exams will no longer be available to...

If you're interested in brushing up on your TS 70-681 skills in preparation for taking the exam, please join us now. Certification Exam Preparation Session: TS Windows 7 and Office 2010, Deploying (70-681) https://www.livemeeting.com/cc/microsoft/join?id=MSL052411&role=attend&pw=webcast

Do you use SharePoint 2010? We need your help! The SharePoint 2010 MOS beta is about to open and we need participants. We are excited to bring SharePoint 2010 to our Microsoft Office Specialist Please be sure to review exam details including audience profile and skills measured on our exam detail page...

While scouting training and certification resources for SharePoint Server 2010, I stumbled across the SharePoint Connection Coast to Coast Tour + Microsoft SharePoint Bootcamp , being held in Las Vegas, Boston, San Diego, San Francisco, San Antonio and Chicago, starting April 18, 2011. It’s a great...

Exams 664 and 665 are available in Prometric testing centers! This means that you now can earn the MCTS: Lync Server 2010, Configuration and the MCITP: Lync Server 2010 Administrator certifications. Microsoft Lync Server 2010 is an integral part of the Microsoft "software-plus-services" cloud...

If you’ve earned a Microsoft Certification, you may have initially prepared by reviewing an exam preparation guide . These guides provide an overview of the focus of an exam, what certification(s) it counts towards, and candidates’ level of expertise, along with the skills measured and suggested...

We're planning updates to various tools, systems, and sites to serve you better. One tool we're looking at is the Microsoft Certification Planner tool, where you can track your progress toward achieving a specific certification. Synchronized with your personal transcript, Certification Planner...

Exam 70-583: PRO: Designing and Developing Windows Azure Applications is now available in Prometric testing centers. This exam is a professional level exam for candidates who are seeking to prove their skills and knowledge in designing and developing applications that will be hosted on the Windows Azure...

B usiness is moving to the cloud. According to IDC predictions for 2011, 80% of new software will be available as cloud services; by 2014, over one-third of software purchases will be delivered through the cloud .* To keep pace with their customers and employers, most IT professionals and developers...

Check out this recent New York Times article that discusses the learning benefits from testing: To Really Learn, Quit Studying and Take a Test "Taking a test is not just a passive mechanism for assessing how much people know, according to new research. It actually helps people learn, and it works...

Exam 70-506: TS: Silverlight 4, Development is now available in Prometric testing centers. This exam is intended for software developers who are creating rich Internet-based applications using Silverlight. The exam focuses mainly on Silverlight 4, but also covers core Silverlight concepts. Candidates...

You are invited to take beta exam 71-665: PRO: Microsoft Lync Server 2010, Administrator. If you pass the beta exam, the exam credit will be added to your transcript and you will not need to take the exam in its released form. By participating in beta exams, you have the opportunity to provide the Microsoft...

If you work for a "use it or lose it" organization, you may be scrambling to make sure you spend every dollar by December 31. Here's a last minute suggestion: Invest in Microsoft Certified team for 2011. Purchase a Microsoft Certification exam voucher 10-pack now and you'll save 15...