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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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How to Interpret SAT Scores: Insights for Tutors

By Scott Cronenweth On March 21, 2012 · 2 Comments · In Assessments, Common Core, Exam: SAT, Teaching & Tutoring, Testing
As a tutor or teacher you might well be asked: What’s a good SAT score? That depends on a student’s goals and the college(s) she or he wants to go to.
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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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Badges for Lifelong Learning Competition Heats Up

By Scott Cronenweth On October 4, 2011 · 4 Comments · In Education: Industry, General, In The News
Enter the badge, “… a validated indicator of accomplishment, skill, quality or interest…” that can be earned in almost any learning environment. Badges can motivate and support ongoing learning, validate skills and education, help build reputation and confirm knowledge acquisition.
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Awareness of Learning Disabilities in Students

By Scott Cronenweth On August 30, 2011 · Add Comment · In Assessments, General, Teaching & Tutoring, Tutoring
As a new school year begins, now is a good time for tutors to raise their awareness of learning disabilities and how to spot them. The support and encouragement of a caring tutor can make a big difference in a child’s success.
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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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