Raising The Score!

Not everyone is sure what to expect when it comes to SAT online test prep. Probably the biggest two questions most students have are, “Will this really help me?” and “How much time will this take?” And the unspoken question many students have is, “Will this just be a waste of my time?”

What Does My SAT Score Mean? 

Even for those who know their target score, SAT scoring is far from immediately clear. It's not always easy to understand how the test is scored (are wrong answers really counted as negative points—or just zero?), how the essay portion of the test is scored, or what percentiles mean in concrete terms. Bloomberg Businessweek gives a short, concise rundown on the basics of SAT scoring—and what it means for you.

Online SAT and ACT test prep lessons are a convenient and cost-effective way to prepare for the exams. Thanks to modern technology you no longer have to drive across town to classes. As long as you have a good internet connection you can fire up your laptop and start studying right away. A lot of tutoring companies offer online prep courses, but how do you find the best ones? Here are factors to keep in mind when making a decision.

Basic study skills and avoiding procrastination are keys to effective SAT test prep and ACT test prep. If you want to get more studying done – or want to help the student in your life get more studying done – check out these stay focused, stress-relieving tips from around the web.

Your practice tests are in the high 1700s, but you can't break a 1600 on the real SAT.  Why the disparity in scores? 

Utilizing technology to learn is becoming the “norm” in our rapidly changing society. Never before in the history of the world has it been so easy to simply get in touch with information. Engaging students in the learning process using technology is a method that can both capture their attention and inspire a deeper participation in the process.  

Technology is transforming the way teachers teach. As children becoming increasingly more engaged with technology at home and at school, it’s important to stay on top of the newest trends and latest studies. Here’s our must-read suggestions for this month.  

Taking an online SAT class or online ACT class can help you prepare for either test, but only if you can make the most of the opportunity. No matter where you start with your test prep practice, embracing the right attitudes and prep habits can make a difference in your score. Use these tips to make the most of any online ACT class or online SAT class. 

According to the College Board, the New York-based organization that administers the SAT test, reading and writing scores on the SAT are dropping. The average critical reading score fell 1 point to 496 from a year earlier. The average score for writing dropped 1 point to 488, the lowest since writing was added to the exam in 2006.

Online classes are already a superiorly convenient way for students to take classes, learn and thrive in our busy and fast paced world. Teacher-led online classes are even better. Here’s why.