Big Changes for the ACT Announced
Big changes are coming to the ACT in 2025, including a shorter test and an optional Science section—learn more about the changes!
Equipping Students with Better Reading and Writing Skills Through Foreign Language Study
As educators, you may encounter students who question the relevance of learning a foreign language, especially when they rarely interact with speakers of that language.
The Value of Scientific Literacy: An Educator’s Perspective on ACT Science Prep
ACT Science prep: Where test scores meet real-world skills.
Standardized Success: Aligning School Studies with Test Prep Goals
As students navigate the challenges of high school, they may be surprised to learn that their everyday classroom experiences are more closely linked to standardized test success than they realized.
From Books to Boards: Literature Prep for Standardized Tests
Immersing oneself in literature can cultivate critical thinking skills, expand vocabulary, and foster analytical abilities, all of which are invaluable assets in tackling standardized tests.
Professional Development for Teachers and ACT/SAT Testing
Professional development time for teachers can be incredibly valuable and rare. However, recent research has found that much professional development for teachers may not actually
Making the Mean Less Mean: Strategic Reading in an SAT or ACT Math Prep Course
“I had no clue what that problem meant.” “I got confused — what does the mean mean?” “They can do the math, but they
A Matter of Time Part II: The Critics and Advocates of SAT and ACT Accommodations
Controversy has existed for years around the subject of SAT and ACT accommodations, and that controversy seems to revolve around three critical themes: 1)
A Matter of Time: Extended-time ACT and SAT Accommodations
“I can’t believe I went up 12 points on the ACT! Cannot believe it. Crying with happiness. Wow!” After 20 years of helping students grow
Beyond Academic Skills: Soft Skills, Grit, and Building a Growth Mindset
The high-stakes nature of college entrance exams is, unsurprisingly, a tough moment for many students. This feeling of dread isn’t inevitable—there’s more we as educators can do to make this moment one of triumph, not despair. That means not just preparing our students for the skills assessed on the test, but also preparing them for the emotional challenge of preparing for high-stakes tests.
