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ACT & Digital SAT Mastery: Guided Question Analysis and Test Strategies

This 8-week self-paced course prepares students for the ACT and Digital SAT through in-depth question analysis and proven test-taking strategies. Students will master essential skills for both exams, boosting their confidence and scores.
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What's included

8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Assignments
2-4 hours per week. Type: Assignments and Quizzes Frequency: Weekly Details: Students will complete section-specific quizzes and full-length practice sections to assess their progress and understanding of strategies. Feedback: Frequency: Weekly Details: Automated feedback will be provided for multiple-choice questions. For essay responses, students will receive rubric-based feedback within 5 days of submission. Grading options: Type: Progress Report Frequency: End of course Details: Students will receive a detailed progress report showing their improvement in each test section, along with recommendations for further study.
Progress Report
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Class Experience

This 8-week self-paced course is designed to equip students with the skills and strategies needed to excel on both the ACT and the Digital SAT. Through a combination of instructional videos, practice questions, and guided analysis, students will develop a deep understanding of each test section and learn powerful techniques to maximize their scores.

What will be taught:
-Comprehensive overview of ACT and Digital SAT formats
-Section-specific strategies for all test components
-Time management and pacing techniques
-Question analysis skills for each question type
-Test-taking strategies to improve accuracy and speed
-Techniques for managing test anxiety

Each week focuses on specific test sections or skills, building on previous weeks' content. The course includes:
-Instructional videos explaining concepts and strategies
-Guided practice with real ACT and SAT questions
-Interactive quizzes to reinforce learning
-Downloadable study guides and cheat sheets
-Full-length practice sections with detailed explanations

Teaching style:
The course employs a mix of instructional methods:
-Engaging video lectures to introduce concepts and strategies
-Step-by-step walkthroughs of sample questions
-Interactive exercises to practice skills
-Reflective activities to help students understand their strengths and weaknesses

While this is a self-paced course, learners will have multiple opportunities for engagement:
Interactive quizzes and exercises
Optional Q&A sessions held monthly
Personalized feedback on practice essays (for students who opt for essay preparation)
Learning Goals
Understand the format, scoring, and content of both the ACT and Digital SAT.
Master time management techniques specific to each test section.
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Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Week 1: Introduction to ACT and Digital SAT
 Overview of test formats and scoring
General test-taking strategies
Time management techniques 
Lesson 2:
Week 2: ACT English and SAT Writing & Language
 Grammar and punctuation rules
Rhetorical skills and sentence structure
Practice with error identification and correction 
Lesson 3:
Week 3: ACT Reading and SAT Verbal
 Active reading strategies
Inference and main idea questions
Techniques for handling different passage types 
Lesson 4:
Week 4: ACT Math and SAT Math (No Calculator)
 Review of key math concepts
Problem-solving strategies
Techniques for solving questions without a calculator 

Other Details

Parental Guidance
This course contains no sensitive content. All materials are appropriate for the target age group.
Pre-Requisites
None, but familiarity with high school-level math, reading, and writing is helpful.
Supply List
Computer with internet access
Notebook or digital note-taking system
Scientific calculator (for ACT Math and SAT Math Calculator sections)
Printer (optional, for printing practice materials)
Joined January, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
As the course instructor, I bring the following qualifications:

7+ years of experience in ACT and SAT test preparation
Graduate degrees and teaching experience and certifications in Math, Science, English Language and Arts (Grades 7-12)
Certified teacher with experience in high school math and English
Ongoing professional development in standardized test preparation techniques

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