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Preparing for Standardized Tests as a Homeschooler
Homeschool, Study Skills, Test Prep
Preparing for Standardized Tests as a Homeschooler
Standardized tests can be a daunting prospect for any student, but for homeschoolers, the challenge often includes navigating a system designed primarily for traditional school environments.…

Maximizing Academic Success with a School Planner
Academic Coaching
Maximizing Academic Success with a School Planner
With assignments piling up and deadlines looming, managing your time effectively is crucial. One of the most tried and true methods for keeping track of academic work is using a school planner.…

Exam Prep 101
Academic Coaching, Academic Tutoring, Educational Wellness, Study Skills, Test Prep
Exam Prep 101
Exams can be stressful for students of all ages. However, by following some effective exam preparation strategies, you can increase your chances of success.
1. Start Early
The earlier you start preparing for an exam, the…

Creating and Using a Study Schedule
Academic Coaching, Academic Tutoring, Study Skills
Creating and Using a Study Schedule
A study schedule is a plan for how you will spend your time studying. It can help you to stay organized and on track, and to make the most of your study time.
Benefits of Using a Study Schedule
There…

Tips and Techniques for Successful Students
Academic Coaching, Academic Tutoring, Study Skills
Tips and Techniques of Successful Students
Successful students have good study habits. They apply these habits to all of their classes, regardless of the difficulty of the subject matter. There are many different study habits that can be…

Surviving Finals Week: Study Techniques and Test Strategies
Academic Tutoring, Educational Wellness
Surviving Finals Week: Study Techniques and Test Strategies
Finals week can be a stressful time for students, as they face the culmination of a semester's worth of coursework and assessments. However, with the right study techniques, you…

6 Steps to Improve Your Grades After Receiving a Poor Progress Report
Academic Tutoring
6 Steps to Improve Your Grades
After Receiving a Poor Progress Report
It can be discouraging to receive a poor progress report. But students can take action to improve their grades before the end of the semester. The steps below guide…

SQ3R – An All-in-One Reading Comprehension/Study System
Academic Tutoring, Study Skills
SQ3R - An All-in-One Reading Comprehension/Study System
SQRRR or SQ3R is an all-in-one reading comprehension/study skills system that stands for Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review. Many students fall…

Building Strong Study Skills Series: Conclusion & Roadmap to Success
Academic Tutoring, Study Skills
Building Strong Study Skills Series: Conclusion & Roadmap to Success
Note: This series details how to study smarter, not harder, to help students succeed in their academics. All information in this series draws…

Building Strong Study Skills Series: Effective Note Taking
Academic Tutoring, Study Skills
Building Strong Study Skills Series: Effective Note Taking
Note: This series details how to study smarter, not harder, to help students succeed in their academics. All information in this series draws upon principles…