Jun 12, 2018
For more complex tasks – an exam or major assignment – students can utilize reverse planning to train their eyes on the goal, and work backwards through the steps to achieve it....Apr 24, 2018
As the nation’s big college entrance exams go digital, so are a growing number of school districts opting for online-only standardized testing. Here’s what’s new with the online ACT and how students should prepare for the exam....Apr 22, 2018
Since its introduction, states across the US have had varying reactions to Common Core. For tutors, though they may have seen students’ needs differ across state lines, the underlying objective has remained the same - help students progress, reach their goals, and prepare for the future....Mar 13, 2018
Private, specialized, or magnet middle schools across the US require students to take either the SSAT or ISEE admissions exam. Which test should your child take and when should they take it?...Mar 01, 2018
Choosing the right sort of books—and learning their major themes and literary devices—is the key to success on the annual English literature exam....Feb 14, 2018
One test prep tutor's take on how analytics play a major role in understanding your student's academic needs and shaping a suitable test prep curriculum...Feb 12, 2018
Tutoring is not only for the young: with thousands of prospective graduate students siting the GRE and GMAT each year, test prep tutoring services are in high demand....Feb 07, 2018
Revisions to NYC’s admissions test for its nine specialized high schools are said to strengthen the SHSAT’s alignment to state learning standards in English Language Arts....Feb 05, 2018
The folks at the ACT just invested $7.5 million in an online course development platform, as well as launched the ACT Academy, a new student test prep resource....Feb 01, 2018
A new CA Assembly bill would allow school districts to opt for the SAT or ACT in place of the state’s 11th-grade English and math exams. The bill’s author says the change is to empower local districts and give students “a more meaningful” test for their future academic careers....Jan 31, 2018
The TOEFL exam is one avenue many English language learners use to study or work in the U.S. and other English-speaking countries. Here’s the 2018 NYC test calendar and more critical exam information....Jan 22, 2018
For critics of Common Core and ACT/SAT who think the modern standards narrow students’ learning and critical thinking, the Classic Learning Test is one way to buck the trend. For tutors, it’s a great chance to expand business into an emerging test market....Jan 21, 2018
Despite lower AP class enrollment and performance for poorer school districts, NYC is pushing ahead to expand access to the critical college-prep coursework for all city high schoolers....Jan 18, 2018
The Volunteer State's $2 million initiative saw a dramatic improvement in high school seniors' second-round scores last year – giving them a critical leg up as they prepare for college....Jan 17, 2018
There’s no time machine (yet) to carry students back to zero hour on exam day, but in a worst-case scenario, students can cancel their SAT or ACT scores. Here’s how....Jan 15, 2018
With more SAT and ACT test-takers than ever before thanks to a NYC initiative, tutors have their work cut out for them to help narrow the achievement gap facing students....Dec 06, 2017
December PSAT scores will be sent to students next week. Early findings show that students who take it improve their scores by 100 points....Nov 08, 2017
An overview of the AABL and the details to know about the test. Student testing...Oct 31, 2017
An in-depth look at New York City’s Gifted & Talented Program and testing process....Oct 10, 2017
Key details and dates to help you prepare for this year’s test season. Now...Sep 21, 2017
Four of the most important things parents should consider when hiring a standardized test tutor....Sep 12, 2017
The next steps for students whose ACT exam date was affected by Hurricane Harvey or...Aug 16, 2017
An analysis of test flexibility and the new college admissions requirements. As of August 2017,...Jun 07, 2017
Professional tutor and guest blogger Josh Sohn's advice to parents of rising juniors and how...Jun 06, 2017
Four last-minute solutions to ensure your child will sit for the SAT If you’ve...Feb 07, 2017
SAT season is officially upon us, and now is the time for tutors to start...Feb 02, 2017
On Monday, Clark reported the breaking news — there are big changes ahead for the NYC...Jan 24, 2017
The ISEE — or Independent School Entrance Exam — can be confusing, so here’s how tutors...