ACT Prep English and Math
This program is designed for students in grades 9-11 preparing to take the American College Test (ACT). This course will cover the English and Math sections of the ACT.
Rain Oxford-Real
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(175)
What's included
12 live meetings
12 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Homework will be optional videos and assignments from Khan Academy or IXL to reinforce what we cover in class.Assessment
In addition to an exit ticket during each class, there will also be occasional quizzes and tests outside of class through Khan Academy. Like the homework, these assessments are optional.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Overview The ACT (American College Testing) is a standardized test widely used for college admissions in the United States. The ACT is designed to assess a high school student's readiness for college and is used by many colleges and universities as part of their admissions process. It is: A comprehensive college readiness test that includes a STEM score. - Based on high school curriculum. - An opportunity for students to qualify for scholarships. - An effective tool to help ensure students are placed in the right classes in college. Sections English: Tests grammar and usage skills. Math: Assesses mathematical reasoning and problem-solving abilities. Reading: Evaluates reading comprehension. Science: Measures interpretation, analysis, evaluation, reasoning, and problem-solving skills in the natural sciences. Writing (Optional): Requires students to write an essay. *For this particular class, we will only be covering English and Math sections.* Other sections will be available in the future if requested. We will cover English on Mondays/Tuesdays and Math on Wednesdays/Thursdays. Saturday classes will be both sessions with a break in between. Please refer to the syllabus for our schedule.
Learning Goals
Your student might be grappling with notable gaps in their academic knowledge, and the limited timeframe may seem challenging. Nevertheless, this meticulously crafted course is tailored to maximize their preparation for the upcoming ACT, aiming to empower them with the skills and confidence needed for success!
Syllabus
12 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
English Week 1
Explore ACT format and Test-taking best practices for ACT/ Style, Tone, and Effectiveness of Language and Word Choice 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Math Week 1
Intro to ACT & Ratios, Proportions & Percentages 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
English Week 2
Style, Tone, and Effectiveness of Language and Word Choice 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Math Week 2
Equivalent Expressions & Evaluating Expressions 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We will use Nearpod for reading and writing classes, Desmos for math, and Google forms for exit tickets. Nearpod and Google forms do not require that the student has an account. Desmos requires the student to make a free account.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2020
4.9
175reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Arkansas Teaching Certificate
I am a certified teacher with over a decade of classroom and virtual teaching experience. Reviews
Live Group Course
$30
weekly2x per week, 6 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
3-10 learners per class
