The Best Approach to ACT/SAT Prep
What are the specific steps to take (and avoid) for your student to achieve his or her best results on the ACT or SAT? Unlock the secrets to success at… Read more »
Category: ACT-SAT-PSAT Prep
How Did Test-Optional Students Fare?
The acceptance letters are out, and the numbers are in. At most of the highly selective colleges and universities, applications were up, admit rates were down and test scores were still important to be admitted to the Class of 2025.
Beware the Computer-Based ACT Exam
Computer-based testing (CBT) for ACT and SAT has been on the horizon for years. Here are some important caution signs.
Chegg: The Preferred Platform for Cheating in College
When 6.6 million college students want ‘help’ with online tests or time-consuming assignments, Chegg is the 24/7 answer. Sadly, there is rampant cheating and Chegg’s business is growing fast.
The SAT and the ACT Will Probably Survive the Pandemic—Thanks to Students
Despite colleges dropping their testing requirements because of the coronavirus, students continue to sign up for the exams, believing that a score is the key to admission. Jeffrey Selingo Journalist… Read more »
Crisis Is Changing the Debate Over Standardized Exams
The pandemic is rapidly changing standardized testing. In this comprehensive article, Eric Hoover frames the evolving debate over ACT, SAT, AP and other tests with deep roots in our educational system.
Today’s Education Forecast: 100% Chance of Change
In just four amazing months since the pandemic took hold, the education world has changed so much. What lies ahead for K-12 schooling this fall? What’s happening with ACT-SAT testing? Buckle up and read on.
How to Win the Test-Optional Race
By Vinny Madera Seemingly each day, we read about another college going temporarily test-optional or an article about the “over 1200 schools that have gone test-optional.” Invariably, the article will… Read more »
California Drops SAT/ACT, Will Create New Test
On May 21, the University of California regents voted to suspend its SAT/ACT testing requirement until at least 2024. At the same time, they decided to invest millions of dollars… Read more »
Standardized Testing at Home
Over the next few weeks, three million high school students will take AP exams at home for the first time ever. Each test will be 45 minutes instead of the… Read more »