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ACT/SAT College Readiness Benchmarks: 4 Thoughts for Tutors

By Scott Cronenweth On March 27, 2012 · Add Comment · In Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Teaching & Tutoring, Testing
As you probably know, The College Board (creators of the SAT test) and ACT, Inc. (creators of the ACT test) both now have “benchmarks.” These benchmarks are reported to serve as predictors of college and career performance, based entirely on how students score on the tests.
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Test Prep on a Budget: Six Tips for Students

By Scott Cronenweth On February 21, 2012 · 6 Comments · In Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Test Preparation, Testing
What’s the best way to prepare for the SAT or ACT? The approach you take depends somewhat on how much time and money you have to spend. ... Students with tight budgets shouldn’t feel outgunned, however.
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Three Advantages of a Learning Analytics Based SAT/ACT Diagnostic Test

By Scott Cronenweth On January 24, 2012 · 1 Comment · In Assessments, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT
In a highly competitive college admissions environment, every advantage counts – and that can include a higher standardized test score. Knowing clearly which exam could give you an edge is a key first step in the test prep process.
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SAT or ACT? Now There’s a Better Way to Choose

By Scott Cronenweth On January 17, 2012 · 4 Comments · In Assessments, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Test Preparation, Testing
College-bound high school students face intense pressure around preparing for standardized admissions testing – including choosing whether to take the SAT or the ACT. While it’s generally recognized that neither test is “easier” or “harder” than the other overall, their formats are different – so one might be better suited to a particular student than the other. But which?
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High-Stakes Standardized Testing in China

By Scott Cronenweth On January 4, 2012 · Add Comment · In Common Core, Exam: ACT, Test Preparation, Testing
In the US, mandatory standardized testing on the national level has primarily been put forth as a public policy strategy, with the aim of establishing stronger accountability measures for public education. ... But what has not been a credible part of the standardized testing debate in the US is the idea of making such a test a high-stakes, make-or-break determinant of students’ professional aptitude, college admissions, etc. ... In stark contrast is the situation in China...
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Thoughts on “Test Optional” College Admissions

By Scott Cronenweth On December 13, 2011 · 13 Comments · In Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Test Preparation, Testing
But is this “holistic” approach to admissions really about students? Or is it about the competitive marketing to college-bound students among the schools themselves? ... And are test scores really optional at top-tier institutions just because the school’s policy says so?
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When Is the Right Time to Take the SAT or ACT?

By Scott Cronenweth On September 20, 2011 · Add Comment · In Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Test Preparation, Testing
At what point in the junior year is it best to take the SAT or ACT? Here the answer can be different for every student.
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SAT Test Prep Apps for iPad

By Scott Cronenweth On September 13, 2011 · 4 Comments · In Education Techology, Education: Technology, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Test Preparation, Testing
A variety of test prep apps have recently come out for the iPad, iPhone and other mobile devices, with more sure to follow.
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Academic Prep Camps are Hot This Summer

By Scott Cronenweth On August 16, 2011 · 1 Comment · In Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation
With college admissions growing ever more competitive, academic prep camps are becoming increasingly popular as an adjunct to, or even a replacement for, more traditional summer camp. Preparation for the SAT and ACT tests are popular on tutoring camp agendas. Some programs offer remedial support, while others are geared for helping high achievers meet their goals, such as admission to a top-tier university.
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Tutoring Plus Learning Analytics Equals Cost-Effective SAT/ACT Test Prep

By Scott Cronenweth On May 24, 2011 · 2 Comments · In Assessments, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation, Testing
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College-bound students and their parents are well aware that high scores on the SAT or ACT are of interest not only to college admission offices, but also to financial aid and scholarship programs. As a result, American families annually spend millions of dollars on prep courses hoping to boost scores. From simple practice testing to [...]
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