An Overview Of SAT/ACT Test Prep

By Leslie Ball


The American College Testing or ACT, and the SAT, formerly standing for Scholastic Aptitude Test, are two very important exams that could determine a child's academic career, and therefore their entire future. Some people don't take tests very well, even though they are really intelligent. Others just get nervous because they aren't sure what to expect. If either of these is the case or you just want to feel more prepared, consider using an SAT/ACT test prep tool to get prepared.

You have a lot of choices about which type of exam prep you can use, but the choices don't have to be daunting. One of them, such as a group class, is bound to be right for you. A group class gives you the classroom setting that you are already familiar with, but the focus is on ACT and/or SAT skills, strategies, tips to help you be prepared for the actual test.

While a classroom setting is perfect for some, for others it might not work as well. In this case, a private tutor may be just what the doctor ordered. A tutor gives you one-on-one attention and you can set up times that are more convenient for you. You get extra help on the areas you need it most, which is also quite helpful.

Other people learn better at their own pace rather than a stricter classroom or tutor pace. If that is you, then an online class may be the best option. Some online classes let you go at your own pace to learn, providing lessons and even videos to help you along. You login at your own pace from anywhere you live, which gives you the advantage of learning and prepping without a commute.

If you still want a taste of a classroom but are too far away or have transportation issues, you can always take a live streaming online class. This is a live stream of a class that is happening in progress, so you get a teacher and have to pay attention like you would in a classroom, but you get to do it all from the comfort of your own home. It is convenient and you learn the same things that you would from being there in person.

One of the most time-tested prep tools is books. These books have lots of lessons, and usually a quiz or test of some kind after each one. It will also have lots of practice exams along with the answers so you or a friend can grade your work and see how you did.

In fact, all of these prep tools give you simulated tests consisting of questions that are very much like what you can expect on the real SAT or ACT. They are graded and you can review what you did wrong and right in order to assess your strengths and areas you need more help on.

Not only should you get lots of simulated testing, but some way to track the improvement in your scores as well. This helps you see how you have improved over time and lets you set a goal to achieve before testing day.




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