As a teacher, you know that end of year tests are responsible for some of the greatest stress for both students and yourself. No matter how much you’ve prepared students with new material and practice reviews, the testing itself can be the cause of tremendous anxiety.
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Is your class study-friendly? The right classroom layout for students
Classroom High School Middle School Teachers
Chances are, your classroom layout looks pretty different than the one you experienced as a student. Over the past few decades, the set-up of classrooms has changed, emphasizing a focus on collaborative work and student-centered discussion. Though the traditional classroom model might be of desks in a row facing the…
Read MoreShare with your students! The complete ACT study guide
ACT High School Teachers Test Prep
Studying for a standardized test can be like navigating the Amazon River by yourself. It’s possible to do it on your own—but at some point, you’re probably really going to wish that you had a guide. Lucky for you, finding an ACT study guide online is (slightly) easier than going…
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No Photo ID? Helping Students with the ACT Photo Requirement
ACT High School Teachers
As if taking the ACT itself wasn’t enough work, registering for the ACT can present a whole new set of challenges – especially to students without access to a computer or a valid photo ID.
Read MoreHow to Improve Your Students’ Writing Using the ACT Essay Rubric
ACT High School Teachers Test Prep
Because the ACT Writing test is optional, some teachers opt out of preparing students for it. However, many colleges do require the writing test, so you should work it into your curriculum if possible. In addition, teaching the ACT Writing test is a great way to teach essay writing techniques…
Read MoreSix Month ACT Study Guide
ACT High School Teachers Test Prep
If you are reading this, it’s likely that you have at least six months to prepare for the ACT, and that is a fantastic news! If you’re taking the ACT in 6 months that means you have plenty of time to get fully prepped without letting your grades suffer or…
Read MoreYour Complete, Free SAT Study Guide
High School SAT Teachers Test Prep
There are a lot of SAT study guides out there, some of them so thick they’ll make your Amazon delivery driver’s eyes water. But when you’re prepping for the SAT, more isn’t always more. You don’t need the most information; you need the best information.
Read MoreA Complete Guide to Preparing Your Students for ACT Test Day
ACT High School Teachers Test Prep
After months spent studying for the ACT, many students experience anxiety and nervousness as their test dates approach. To help ensure that your students can walk into their ACT feeling relaxed, confident, and prepared, we’ve put together a guide covering all the ins and outs of ACT test day, with…
Read MoreHow Much Does the ACT Cost (and Does Your School Help Cover It)?
ACT High School Teachers
How costly the entire ACT-taking process is for students depends on several factors: how many times they take the test, how many colleges they are applying to, if they qualify for ACT waivers, and so on. But one thing to keep in mind is that regardless of circumstances, all ACT…
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