Many students are faced with the choice of taking the SAT or ACT, and the recent changes to the SAT make this decision even more complicated. The infographic below compares the new digital SAT and the ACT, so that you can see the similarities and differences between these two important tests.
The best way to determine which test is right for you is to take a practice test for each. We offer full-length practice tests for both the digital SAT and the ACT. Get started for free today.
The night before the SAT or ACT is not a time for studying. Your preparation is behind you. What you do tonight won't change what you know, but it can absolutely affect how you feel and perform tomorrow.
Here's how to spend the evening well.
Don't Try to Cram
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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...
Test Innovators has yet another test prep innovation that we’re excited to share with you – Timed Paper Test Mode.
For years, we've offered detailed timing feedback on our online platform, which provides valuable insights for students and educators to see how much time is spent per question, as well as...
The SAT is now a computer adaptive test, and one of the most notable changes is that there is no longer a “no-calculator” math section of the test. Calculators are now allowed during the entirety of both math modules, and the testing application includes a built-in graphing...
Welcome to The Educator’s Guide to the Digital SAT! The purpose of this guide is to help you understand the ins and outs of the digital SAT, so that you can support your students as they prepare for the test.First, we’ll cover the essentials, including an overview of the test...
Knowing what to expect on a test is one of the most important elements of preparation. This guide focuses specifically on the Math section of the digital SAT. We’ll go over the structure of the section, give an overview of the content tested, and discuss some key strategies to help...
Timing is everything. This age-old saying is applicable to so many things, especially standardized testing. One of the main purposes of standardized tests is to compare a large group of students, and the timing restriction is a critical component of achieving that comparison. The clock may seem like an unforgiving...
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...
One critical aspect of SAT preparation is familiarizing yourself with the test so there are no surprises on test day. Knowing what to expect for each section of the test builds confidence and prevents lost time.
First, let’s look at a basic breakdown of the test.
