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Desmos Presents Alternative to TI Calculators

By Soha Sanchorawala On May 19, 2017 · Add Comment · In Education Techology, Education: Technology, In The News, Testing
Silicon Valley startup Desmos Inc. is pursuing the market of one of the oldest names in technology, Texas Instruments Inc.’s handheld calculators. Calculators such as the TI-84 are a staple for most college-bound students in the U.S. They retail for about $100, with fancier models going for more than twice that. According to Desmos, they’re made with [...]
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Register for the SAT/ACTs now!

By Soha Sanchorawala On May 15, 2017 · Add Comment · In Assessments, College, College Application, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Test Preparation, Testing
The next date for the National ACT is June 10th, 2017, for which you can still register. Late registration is still open until May 19th, with the photo due by June 2nd. Similarly, the upcoming date for the National SAT is June 3rd, 2017. Late registration (online) is open until May 24th. This date is also an opportunity [...]
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Fewer, Better Tests Bill in Florida

By Soha Sanchorawala On April 24, 2017 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Common Core, Education: General, General, In The News, Testing
The “Fewer, Better Tests” bill is moving through the Florida Legislature. The proposed law would slash standardized testing and lay out significant changes to the state’s K-12 education system. On Monday, the Florida House Education Committee passed HB 773, sponsored by Rep. Manny Diaz Jr., R-Hialeah, and Chris Sprowls, R-Palm Harbor, getting it through to the House floor. [...]
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Improving Performance and Self-confidence of Students through Online Prep Tests

By Socrato Admin On April 6, 2017 · Add Comment · In Common Core, Content, Education Techology, Education: General, Education: Technology, Exam:JEE, Exam:PARCC, General, Resource, Test Preparation, Testing, Tutoring
First and foremost it is mandatory to highlight the fact that student who takes up courses for preparing exam tend to do better in the exams than those who don’t. The foremost benefit is that the students become familiar with the structure and content of the exam. Another advantage is that they teach various exam [...]
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Supporting Your Child Through Standardized Testing

By Soha Sanchorawala On March 29, 2017 · Add Comment · In Testing
What can parents do to manage their high schooler’s stress level about standardized testing? There are several basic things they can do that have a big impact in keeping their kids stress level down as they take exams. Parent(s), Don’t project yourself onto your child. Parents may feel that they themselves were stressed out when they [...]
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Last Minute Preparation Tips to Crack JEE Main 2017

By Socrato Admin On March 28, 2017 · 2 Comments · In Exam:JEE, General, Test Preparation, Testing, Tutoring
That’s the time left for you to sit in the exam hall for JEE Main 2017.  You have given your 100% to prepare well but you need to know the last minute preparation hacks. These last few days are crucial and can make or break the yearlong hard work. Socrato gives you 7 last minute [...]
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Choosing Between SAT Math Subject Tests

By Soha Sanchorawala On March 27, 2017 · Add Comment · In Assessments, College, College Application, Exam: SAT, Test Preparation, Testing
Having trouble deciding between SAT Math Level 1 or Level 2? Let’s look at some of the factors that can help you choose what’s best for you. 1. Consider the depth of your knowledge about Math. The College Board recommends that you have a minimum of three years of high school math as preparation for either tests. [...]
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April ACT Date Late Registration Extended

By Soha Sanchorawala On March 24, 2017 · Add Comment · In Exam: ACT, Testing
The April 8, 2017 ACT national test date late registration has been extended to March 24. Late fee applies.
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Students as Investments?

By Socrato Admin On March 15, 2017 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Education: General, Education: Industry, Exam: ACT, General, In The News, Testing
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Recently, US News and World Report released a study of the 50 states based on 68 different metrics in seven categories: health care, education, infrastructure, crime and corrections, opportunity, economy and government. For the public education ranking report, click here. Massachusetts is evaluated as the first overall ranked state, 3rd in the Pre-K – 12 [...]
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State Testing, 2016-2017

By Soha Sanchorawala On March 14, 2017 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Common Core, In The News, Test Preparation, Testing
In 2014-2015, 45 states let go of old testing models and opted for new Common Core-aligned exams. In that year, 18 states used Smarter Balanced and 11, plus the District of Columbia, used Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers. Education Week’s 3rd annual survey of state tests found a more stable environment nationwide for [...]
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