Posts by Matt McCorkle
ACT® Accommodations & English Learner Supports: 2025 Updates

Learn the latest ACT updates for 2025, including simplified EL supports and extended approvals. Learn how these changes impact your test takers starting September 8th.

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The Early Decision Lawsuit: What It Means for Students Applying This Fall

A new lawsuit filed against 32 top colleges, the Common App, and Scoir targets Early Decision admissions. Learn what it means for students applying to colleges this fall—and how to guide your clients through Early Decision uncertainty.

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Get Back on Course: Rebuilding SAT®/ACT® Skills After Summer Slide

Combat summer slide with diagnostic tests! Discover how to identify learning gaps and implement focused micro-lessons to help your clients regain their previously-mastered skills.

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Top 10 Most Common Distractor Answer Choices on the SAT® Reading & Writing Test: Part 2

Part 2 explores 5 more tricky distractor answer types, this time in SAT® Writing questions. Discover how to help students avoid traps involving redundancy, modifiers, transitions, and other common grammar pitfalls.

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Top 10 Most Common Distractor Answer Choices on the SAT® Reading & Writing Test: Part 1

Part 1 of this two-part series breaks down the first 5 of the most deceptive distractor answer types on the SAT® Reading & Writing Test—especially in Reading-focused questions. Learn how to spot traps that use familiar wording, extreme language, and more.

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Fall SAT®/ACT® Test Prep: Social Media Marketing Blueprint for Tutors

Fill your Fall SAT®/ACT® test-prep rosters with this step-by-step social-media blueprint—Instagram Stories, Facebook Events & TikTok tips to drive sign-ups fast.

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How ACT’s AI Advisor Simplifies College Search & Fit for Your Students

Discover how ACT's AI Advisor simplifies college search! Students get personalized school recommendations based on their GPA, ACT® score, academic goals, learning needs, and personal preferences.

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Your Summer Prep Game Plan: SMART Goals for Bigger Score Gains

Whether you’re leading a summer boot camp, one-on-one summer sessions, or an intensive summer workshop, one habit separates students who plateau from those who soar: combining strategic gap-filling with clear, actionable goals.

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Build a Virtual SAT® & ACT® Summer Program with Online Test Prep & Boot Camps

Learn how to run a fully virtual summer SAT®/ACT® prep program—leveraging Zoom, Google Meet, digital whiteboards, quizzes, and scheduling hacks to keep your students engaged and on track during the summer break.

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How Capstone Projects Can Complement Strong SAT®/ACT® Scores

Show your students how to turn test-prep skills into standout capstone projects that impress top colleges and boost admissions profiles.

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How Long Should Your Tutoring Sessions Be?

Optimal SAT®/ACT® tutoring session lengths and frequencies backed by research. Shorter, focused meetings boost engagement, retention, and test-day confidence.

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How High School Students Can Build Stress-Resilience for College Success

Help your high school students build essential stress-management skills before college. Discover practical tips for time management, wellness habits, emotional intelligence, and creating supportive environments.

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5 Important Reasons to Part Ways with a Client (and How to Do It Professionally)

Discover five important reasons why you might need to let a client go and learn how to handle the situation professionally and respectfully, so you can avoid misunderstandings and maintain a positive reputation.

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5 Highly Effective Strategies for Hiring SAT®/ACT® Prep Tutors in 2025

Learn how to hire the best SAT®/ACT® tutors for your test-prep business. Find the perfect fit for your test-prep team and boost your student success.

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