Why is test prep important? We all know that colleges use these test scores to evaluate a student’s ability to do well in a college environment. But is there more to taking time to prepare for standardized tests? Yes. In addition to good scores enabling you to apply to your dream college, good scores […]
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Test Prep Week: Can Test Prep Help You Win Scholarships?
By Suzanne Shaffer on Wednesday, January 13th, 2016 | Comments Off on Test Prep Week: Can Test Prep Help You Win Scholarships?
Test Prep Week: Questions About the New SAT
By Suzanne Shaffer on Tuesday, January 12th, 2016 | Comments Off on Test Prep Week: Questions About the New SAT
If you have a college-bound teen, test prep is at the front of you mind. And with it, comes the new (and improved—according to the College Board) SAT. Most test prep experts are hesitant about the new test, taking a “wait and see” attitude. Others are recommending students take the ACT instead, reducing the […]
Read More...Test Prep Week: Should You Hire a Test Prep Tutor?
By Suzanne Shaffer on Monday, January 11th, 2016 | Comments Off on Test Prep Week: Should You Hire a Test Prep Tutor?
In February and March, your college bound teen could be taking the ACT or the SAT. This week, I’m going to discuss test prep. First on the list–should you hire a test prep tutor? Is it worth the investment? Will it improve your student’s score? Is a tutor really necessary with all the free […]
Read More...When Should Your Child Take the SAT?
By Suzanne Shaffer on Thursday, September 10th, 2015 | Comments Off on When Should Your Child Take the SAT?
Today’s Guest Post is from Shaan Patel, found of 2400 Expert This is perhaps the most common question we get asked at 2400 Expert. Parents always want to know when the “best” time to take the SAT is. First, let’s discuss what your high school counselor will probably tell your child. Traditionally, counselors advise […]
Read More...Wednesdays Parent: Test Prep-The Key to the College Kingdom
By Suzanne Shaffer on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 | 1 Comment
There are two standardized tests that are accepted by almost every university: the SAT and the ACT. Choosing which of these two tests is right for your skills and study habits can increase your likelihood of scoring high enough for the top universities as well as make the standardized testing process much less stressful. […]
Read More...Dealing with SAT and ACT Anxiety
By Suzanne Shaffer on Tuesday, April 7th, 2015 | Comments Off on Dealing with SAT and ACT Anxiety
When it comes to standardized testing, SAT and ACT anxiety is the elephant in the room. No matter how thoroughly you address the material, strategic, and timing-based demands of these exams, the potential for anxiety-induced problems remains. Many parents and students view testing anxiety as an “intangible” – an issue that can’t be addressed […]
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The Scoop on Test Optional Colleges
By Suzanne Shaffer on Friday, January 23rd, 2015 | Comments Off on The Scoop on Test Optional Colleges
I was having a discussion on Twitter last night with a mom about the SAT, ACT and test optional options. I am of the opinion that not taking the test is a bad idea, even if you are applying to test optional colleges. And I’m not the only one. Paul Hemphill of Planning for […]
Read More...‘Twas the Night Before the SATs
By Suzanne Shaffer on Wednesday, December 24th, 2014 | Comments Off on ‘Twas the Night Before the SATs
It’s the night before Christmas and all through your house you’re putting college prep and studying for the SAT aside and enjoying the holiday. The Night Before Christmas is a classic story we have all read to our kids throughout the years, but here’s a twist from Dr. Nancy Berk, author of College Bound […]
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Test Precision: An App for Standardized Test Prep
By Suzanne Shaffer on Tuesday, November 25th, 2014 | 1 Comment
Test Precision is a new app for students preparing to take the ACT or the SAT. It helps students prepare for the test where they are: on their smartphones. As we all know, teens are quite addicted to their smartphones and making Test Precision a part of that existing routine and habit just makes […]
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Is Cheating the SAT Easier With Today’s Technology?
By Suzanne Shaffer on Thursday, October 23rd, 2014 | Comments Off on Is Cheating the SAT Easier With Today’s Technology?
There has been scandal after scandal of students cheating in recent years. And believe it or not, they are doing it on standardized tests for college. Why do students do it? Is it easy? What do they have to lose? Is cheating the SAT easier with today’s technology? Peter Wayner, in “SAT Sneak Attack” […]
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