In September, the ACT will be making two changes to the test, one of which affects students with accommodations, one that does not. Learn more.
Advice for the ACT Reading Section
In his last post, Andrew provided some useful tips for the SAT Reading section. To balance things out a bit, I want to offer some advice for the ACT Reading section, where the time pressure (40 questions in 35 minutes!) is even greater than on the SAT.
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Strong Performance on Standardized Tests Benefits Students Far Beyond the College Admission Process
A recent article in the Wall Street Journal discusses how strong performance on standardized tests correlates not only with college admission or first-year grades but with successful outcomes and major life accomplishments in future pursuits and industries. See what Marjorie thinks!