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Embrace the Digital PSAT
The digital transition of the SAT Suite represents a significant change in standardized testing. By understanding these changes and adopting targeted preparation strategies, parents and students can navigate this new landscape with confidence and achieve their best performance.
The "Categorize Your Mistakes" Exercise
We all make mistakes, but the key to conquering the SAT is learning from them. In this blog post, we'll show you a super effective exercise called "Categorize Your Mistakes" to help you identify, understand, and ultimately overcome those errors that may be holding you back. By actively recognizing and addressing your mistakes, you'll be better prepared to achieve your desired score on the SAT. So, let's get started!
Understanding Test Anxiety - Overcoming Exam Stress and Boosting Test Scores
Experiencing pressure and anxiety when facing exams is a common challenge for many students. Test anxiety can be caused by numerous factors, but with self-reflection and proper strategies, you can effectively manage it and excel in your exams. In this article, we examine 11 common factors that contribute to test anxiety. For each factor, we provide an example of the thought or behavior, a brief explanation, and three practical solutions to help you conquer test anxiety.
Understanding the Different Types of SAT Reading Questions
The SAT Reading section is designed to test your comprehension, analytical, and critical thinking skills. It is not enough to simply understand the text; you must also be able to analyze and interpret it in a way that allows you to answer a variety of questions. In this blog post, we'll break down the different types of questions you can expect to see on the SAT Reading section and provide strategies for answering each one. From big picture questions that require you to summarize the main themes and arguments of a passage to data questions that test your ability to interpret tables and graphs, we'll cover it all. So, let's dive in and get started!
SAT/ACT Prep Strategies for Students with ADHD
Preparing for the SAT or ACT can be a stressful time for any student, but for those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), it can be particularly challenging. At Breakthrough, we understand the challenges that students with ADHD face in staying organized, managing their time, and staying focused while studying for these important tests. That's why we offer specialized, one-on-one tutoring sessions that are tailored to the individual needs of each student. In this blog post, we’ll go over some of the strategies we utilize in private tutoring sessions to help students with ADHD stay focused and organized while studying for the SAT or ACT.
ACT or SAT? 9 Reasons Why the SAT is Often the Better Choice
Are you a high school student unsure of which college entrance exam to take: the ACT or the SAT? While both tests are widely accepted by colleges and universities across the United States, there are several reasons why the SAT may be a better option for some students. From question order to reading passage length and math section focus, the SAT has several advantages over the ACT. Keep reading to learn more about why you should consider the SAT over the ACT when preparing for college admissions.
