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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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The Socratic Method in Tutoring

By Scott Cronenweth On November 15, 2011 · Add Comment · In General, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation, Testing
One of the oldest and most powerful teaching techniques is simply to guide the learner by asking directed questions. This basic tutoring approach is sometimes referred to as the Socratic Method or the “inquiry method.”
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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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Early High School Graduation – Issues and Impacts for Tutors

By Scott Cronenweth On July 12, 2011 · 3 Comments · In Common Core, Education: Industry, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation, Testing
As US school districts struggle with shrinking budgets, the option to snip a year or even two from students’ high school education has become increasingly appealing. These programs, modeled on systems that have been successful in Singapore, France, Finland and other high-performing countries, hopes to shift the emphasis from seat time and credits to verifiable subject mastery. What might the impact of these programs be on tutoring?
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When It Comes to Education, Motivation Can Matter More than Wealth

By Scott Cronenweth On June 14, 2011 · 3 Comments · In Assessments, Education: General, Testing
A recent international educational assessment shows that US academic performance has fallen to "average" relative to the sixty-five participating countries. India didn't participate in this latest assessment, but how might their students compare? Direct observation indicates that Indian kids -- even in poor parts of the country -- might well come out on top.
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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
SAT test prep books
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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5 Ways to Maximize Your Students’ Performance on Test Day

By Scott Cronenweth On May 17, 2011 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation, Testing
"This way" to better SAT and ACT testing
Right now many college-bound students are in the midst of taking the SAT, ACT and other standardized “college prep” tests. As their tutor, over the past weeks and months you’ve done all you can to help them prepare. Now it’s up to them. With “the big test” just days away there’s not much more you [...]
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How to Add Color to Your Tutoring Brand Using Facebook [3 Examples]

By Shannon Sweetser On April 19, 2011 · 1 Comment · In Assessments, Education Techology, Education: General, Education: Industry, Education: Technology, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Teaching, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation, Testing
Engaging Facebook Page
Though it may be a cake walk to create a Facebook business page, it’s not an easy venture to make it engaging to your tutoring prospects. Fortunately you don’t need to learn how to do Facebook right all alone. There are many businesses who have paved the way before you to creating engaging and creative [...]
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6 Must-Download iPad Apps for Tutors

By Shannon Sweetser On April 12, 2011 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Education Techology, Education: General, Education: Industry, Education: Technology, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Resource, Teaching, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation, Testing
While you may lean on traditional teaching methods as the foundation of your tutoring business, the world is moving quickly in the other direction. As a tutor who is dealing with a generation of students who grew up around computers, it’s your responsibility to break through the technological clutter of their daily lives and help [...]
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