Educators can help students manage the SAT and ACT testing process by providing resources about the tests. We recommend creating an informational packet that you can give to your families as they start the testing process. Here’s a sample packet for inspiration. Please feel free to download and use it.
Applying to college is no doubt an important step in life. However, the various components of college admissions can make the process feel overwhelming. The best thing to do is to make sure you have the information you need and to take it one step at a time.
The SAT is moving to a digital format in 2023. Although the new digital test will cover the same content as the current paper test, there will be significant changes to the format and style of the test.
When summer rolls around, it’s tempting to take a complete break from academics and enjoy some well-earned relaxation. You should take time to rest and recharge! But if you’re aiming for top ACT or SAT scores, summer is also the perfect time to sharpen your skills without the distractions of...
The SAT Essay section is optional, but some schools require it—be sure to check your prospective schools’ application instructions. The team here at Test Innovators wants to ensure you are fully prepared for all parts of the test, including the Essay section.
Transition words may be considered by some to be an unnecessary accouterment to a sentence, a garnish rather than a key ingredient to a dish. While it is true that inexperienced writers run the risk of overembellishing their sentences with transition words, it’s important to recognize that transitions have a...
This article was written by our partner, Scoir, the college and career discovery platform. Learn more about our partnership here.In a teenager’s world, standardized tests can feel like a huge, terrifying obstacle to overcome. It’s not unusual for teens to equate their worth with...
This article was written by our partner, Scoir, the College & Career Network. Learn more about our partnership here.
Congrats! You’re officially a high school upperclassman! 🎉
The new school year can be stressful, even if you’re used to this whole high school thing. Plus, with...
Test preparation is known to increase performance on high-stakes tests, but how does it help with test anxiety? Research has shown that exposure, habit formation, skills development, and online preparation are all effective methods to reduce test anxiety, and each method is linked to test preparation.
When talking about Standard English conventions, we are talking about the rules that include both punctuation and grammar. Without a solid grasp on both, language becomes unclear, ineffective. So it’s important to regard these conventions not merely as a set of rules to memorize, but rather as guidelines to shape...
