Accuplacer Test Preparation and College Readiness
This course is designed to ensure that students are placed in the correct college-level courses by focusing on skill mastery, not just test scores. With personalized guidance and targeted practice, aimed for dual enrollment capabilities.
Rebekah Starr
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(2)
What's included
5 live meetings
5 in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate Level
In this course, learners will develop their acquisition of test-taking skills in an interactive, discussion-based atmosphere. We will learn overall test-taking strategies, strategies for each test section of the Accuplacer, and how to identify specific types of questions. Each class will include instructional talks, open-ended questions, fun-inclusive activities, and learner feedback as we discuss strategies and review. We will look at most-missed questions, as well as strategies and multiple ways to attack the problems. Practice test sections will be assigned for homework so we can put our practice into play.
Learning Goals
Students will learn overall test-taking strategies, specific strategies for each test section, and how to identify specific types of questions in Reading, Writing, and Math sections of the Accuplacer college placement exam.
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Introduction and Test-Taking Methodology
The Proust effect
Pacing (Timing)
LOTD (Guess smart)
Note-Taking Strategies
Cornell
Flash cards
Study Strategies and Techniques
Pomodoro
Leitner
Feynman 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Speed Reading (Well) for Test Taking
Strategies
Lewis: How to Read Better and Faster
Purpose and Practice
Find the Main Idea, quickly
Vocabulary-Inference
Timing and Revision
Focus/Attention Management 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Reading Test
Strategies, Techniques and Study Skills
Information and Ideas:
Understanding and identifying main ideas, supporting details, and the structure of the text.
Rhetoric:
Analyzing the author's purpose, point of view, and how effectively they present their argument.
Synthesis:
Integrating and comparing information from multiple sources or parts of the text.
Vocabulary:
Understanding the meaning of words in context and recognizing nuanced word choices. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Writing
Strategies, Techniques, and Study Skills
Expression of Ideas:
Organization
Effective Language Use
Standard English Conventions:
Sentence Structure
Usage
Punctuation 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
Learners should have a basic knowledge of high school ELA and math (up through Algebra 1).
Supply List
Learner will need to print handouts and practice test material posted throughout the course. A scientific calculator is recommended for the higher-level math problems.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2023
5.0
2reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have extensive experience in teaching (Standardized) test preparation, drawing from my 15 years as a science faculty at a community college, where I tutored and hosted numerous test prep workshops. Additionally, my experience homeschooling for nearly 20 years, combined with my own children's college journeys, has provided me with a deep understanding of effective test preparation and college readiness strategies.Reviews
Live Group Class
$180
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
60 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
3-10 learners per class
