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10th/11th Grader Can Take PSAT as a Pre SAT

By Socrato Admin On September 5, 2019 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Exam: PSAT, Learning Analytics, Socrato, Test Preparation, Tutoring
College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation conducts the preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Students take this test in the fall usually during 10th  grade in the school day. The PSAT is often taken as a practice for the SAT. It also allows eligible juniors to enter into the National Merit Scholarship Program. [...]
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Upcoming PSAT/NMSQT 2019 Testing Schedule

By Socrato Admin On September 3, 2019 · Add Comment · In Exam: PSAT, Tutoring
The PSAT will be offered in October 2019 to 10th and 11th graders. There are three possible PSAT test dates this year. Primary: Wednesday, October 16 Alternate: Wednesday, October 30 Saturday: October 19 The PSAT is often taken as a practice for the SAT, but it also allows eligible juniors to enter into the National Merit [...]
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PSAT Test Taking Tips

By Socrato Admin On August 29, 2019 · Add Comment · In Exam: PSAT, Tutoring
#1: Take a Full-Length Practice Test The initial thing to do is take a full-length practice test. It’s best to take it under test-day conditions if you can. Most notably, a practice test will show you which areas need some extra attention. #2: Read a Lot for the Critical Reading Section You don’t have a lot of [...]
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About PSAT National Merit Scholarship

By Socrato Admin On August 22, 2019 · Add Comment · In Exam: PSAT, Socrato
Each year about 1.5 million juniors take the PSAT in the hopes of qualifying for the National Merit Scholarship Program. The exact PSAT score for National Merit consideration differs from year to year and by state. It is always the top 1% of students (about 15,000 juniors) who qualify as Semi-finalists.  You will have to score in the top 1% [...]
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Comparison of ACT vs. SAT Test

By Socrato Admin On August 1, 2019 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Learning Analytics, Socrato, Socrato: Announcements, Tutoring
The ACT depends more on content than thinking. The SAT depends more on thinking than content.  There is no negative marking for incorrect answers on either exam. ACT Reading SAT Critical Reading 40 questions in 35 minutes 52 questions in 65 minutes 3-4 single passages and 0-1 dual passages Does not include graphs, figures, and [...]
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Know About ACT/SAT Predictor

By Socrato Admin On July 25, 2019 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Socrato, Socrato: Announcements, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation
The SAT/ACT Predictor consists of eight sections, with each section accurately representing the types of passages, questions, difficulty level, and answers found on either SAT or an ACT section. Each section is between 15 and 30 minutes long and contains the number of questions and sections needed to simulate the pace required on each exam. [...]
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ACT vs. SAT: Which is Better for You?

By Socrato Admin On June 28, 2019 · Add Comment · In Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Learning Analytics, Tutoring
Finally, it’s period to ask yourself: which test is better for you — the ACT or SAT? Following three ways to help you make your choice. Technique 1: Take Official Practice Tests The best way to choose is to actually take each test and then compare your scores. The coolest way to compare your scores [...]
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Summer is a Good Time to Prepare College Essay: Tips

By Socrato Admin On June 21, 2019 · Add Comment · In Assessments, College Application, Education: General, Exam: ACT, Socrato, Socrato: System, Test Preparation, Testing, Tutoring
The essays are vital in part because not only is the college essay a place to showcase writing skills, it’s one of the only parts of a college application where a student’s voice can shine through. Getting Started on the College Essay According to professional, a good time for students to begin working on their [...]
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Volunteer and Internship Opportunities for College Students

By Socrato Admin On June 6, 2019 · Add Comment · In Assessments, General
Community service is a countless way for middle and high school students to build their resumes, discover new interests and practice good employment skills. Middle and high school students can find all kinds of volunteer opportunities, some during the school year, others during the summer. There are volunteer initiatives focused in all kinds of areas: [...]
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All About ACT Essay Scoring System

By Socrato Admin On May 28, 2019 · Add Comment · In Exam: ACT, Socrato: System, Teaching & Tutoring
ACT Writing is optional, it will not effect your ACT composite score. Ideas and Analysis Your discussion of the perspectives on the essay topic. Development and Support How you develop your points with logical reasoning or, Specific examples. Organization Domain relate to your essay’s organization; On both a macro (overall structure) and micro (within each paragraph) [...]
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