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New Digital SAT® Insights: Comparing Scores and Strategies

Gain insights into the new digital SAT® experience and compare test scores. Find out which strategies worked well and which ones need improvement for better results.

The Best Answer to "How Long Should I Study for the SAT®/ACT®?"

Set the ideal timeline for SAT®/ACT® preparation with tailored guidance.

Matt McCorkleSeptember 25, 2023Study Plans, Duration of Sessions, timeline, SAT® Prep, ACT® Prep, Tutor Advice, Test-Prep Sessions, Tutoring Sessions

How to Teach Academic Integrity Strategies: Guidance for Tutors and High School Students

Discover the essential techniques to promote academic integrity in education, a fundamental and necessary strategy for achieving long-term success.

Top 7 High School Internships: A Guide for Test-Prep Tutors

In this post, we’ll discuss some of the best internships for high school students, helping you support and assist your clients in making the most out of their school year and adding significant experience to their college application resumes.

Matt McCorkleJuly 26, 2023High School Internships, College Application Resumes, College Applications, Extracurricular Opportunities, Career Path, Soft Skills, Supporting Students, Supporting Clients, Advice for Students, Advice for Clients, Tutor Advice, Test-Prep Advice

How the Pandemic Affected College and Career Choices of the COVID Cohort

ACT Research’s recently published survey emphasizes the crucial role of tutors in continuing to provide support to high school students whose academic careers have been deeply impacted by the pandemic.

Matt McCorkleJuly 19, 2023ACT Research, Tutor Advice, Tutoring Advice, Test-Prep Advice, Pandemic Learning, COVID-19, College Planning, College Prep, College Search, Supporting Students, Supporting Clients, Tutoring Support, Test-Prep Support

Sorry, Test Haters, But Here's Why Standardized Testing is Here to Stay

Standardized testing is so much more than just a college admissions data point. And, most importantly, standardized testing isn’t going anywhere.

Matt McCorkleMay 10, 2023Standardized Testing, ACT®, SAT®, Test-Prep Advice, Tutor Advice, Test-Prep Business, Test-Prep Company, High School Graduation Requirements, High School Diploma Requirements

Test-Optional Schools Don’t Ignore Test Scores

“Test-Optional” admissions policies aren’t going away any time soon. So, what does that mean for students? For schools? For test-prep tutors?

Matt McCorkleJune 5, 2020Test-Optional, College Admissions, Marketing, College Applications, test prep sales, tutoring company, Test Optional, Test Scores, Advice for Students, Advice for Clients, Tutoring Advice, Tutor Advice, Test-Prep Advice

Proof UC Knows Test-Optional and Test-Blind Admissions Are Problematic

The University of California’s Academic Council’s latest study has major implications for the testing industry. In fact, the findings prove that much of the current doom and gloom around the future of testing is largely unfounded.

Matt McCorkleJune 2, 2020University of California, College Admissions, Current Events, College Applications, Test Optional, Test-Optional Policy, Test Blind, Test Scores, Advice for Students, Advice for Clients, Tutor Advice, Tutoring News, Test-Prep News

Challenge Your Students to "Kondo" Their Study Spaces

Not only do students need distraction-free studying experiences, they also need distraction free studying environments.

Matt McCorkleMay 19, 2020Test Prep, Study Tips, Organization, Test-Prep Tips, Tutoring Tips, Tutor Tips, Study Habits, Supporting Students, Study Spaces, Study Environment, Advice for Students, Tutoring Advice, Test-Prep Advice, Tutor Advice, Advice for Clients

Setting Goals for Winter Break Test Prep

There’s a certain excitement that starts to churn as we get closer to some well-deserved time off. That said, successful test prep can’t take time off. Growth requires sustained effort and attention—especially when it comes to prepping for the SAT® and ACT®.