ACT Reading Test Prep: Mastering Key Strategies for High Scores
In this class, students will learn essential strategies and practice skills to boost their ACT Reading score. This course is designed to help learners develop confidence, improve their readspeed, and enhance comprehension through interactiv
What's included
8 pre-recorded lessons
3 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1 hour per week. includedCertificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
🌟 WHAT WILL BE TAUGHT? Students will be taught how to tackle the ACT Reading section, focusing on three key areas: Key Ideas and Details, Craft and Structure, and Integration of Knowledge and Ideas. Each module will break down specific strategies for answering different types of questions effectively and efficiently. 🎥 HOW WILL YOU TEACH? Each module includes pre-recorded lessons with slides and video clips to explain key strategies. Students will work through practice questions, submit answers through Google Forms, and get immediate feedback on their performance. 👩🏫 WHAT'S YOUR TEACHING STYLE? My teaching style is clear, engaging, and focused on independent learning. Lessons are broken down into manageable sections, and students receive instant, automatic feedback to track their progress. HOW MUCH WILL LEARNERS GET TO INTERACT WITH YOU? 💬 While this is a self-paced course with no live meetings, learners will still have opportunities to ask questions via the classroom messaging feature. Teacher will respond to student messages within 24 hours. Automatic feedback on quizzes helps learners identify areas for improvement as they move through the course. HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO COMPLETE THIS COURSE? Most students will be able to finish the course in 3-4 Weeks.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to describe the structure and timing of the ACT Reading Test, including the types of passages and questions.Students will be able to identify and analyze key ideas and details in a passage, including main ideas, supporting details, and cause-effect relationships.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 3 WeeksLesson 1:
Overview of the ACT Reading Test
•Students will be able to describe the structure and timing of the ACT Reading Test.
•Students will be able to identify the types of passages included in the ACT Reading Test.
•Students will be able to explain the three sections of the ACT Reading Test: Key Ideas and Details, Craft and Structure, and Integration of Knowledge and Ideas. Lesson 2:
Key Ideas and Details
•Students will be able to define key ideas and details as assessed on the ACT Reading Test.
•Students will be able to identify and answer main idea, supporting detail, cause-effect, and sequence of events questions.
•Students will be able to practice answering representative questions focusing on key ideas and details. Lesson 3:
Craft and Structure
•Students will be able to define craft and structure as assessed on the ACT Reading Test.
•Students will be able to identify and answer questions related to the author's tone, word meaning in context, and text structure.
•Students will be able to practice answering representative questions focusing on craft and structure. Lesson 4:
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas
•Students will be able to define integration of knowledge and ideas as assessed on the ACT Reading Test.
•Students will be able to identify and answer questions that require comparative analysis, argument evaluation, and drawing conclusions from multiple texts.
•Students will be able to practice answering representative questions focusing on integration of knowledge and ideas. Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
THE OFFICIAL ACT® PREP GUIDE 2022, ISBN 978-1394259915
Joined October, 2017
Teacher expertise and credentials
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in Education from Trevecca Nazarene University
I have been teaching since 2009 and am certified to teach English for grades 7-12 in Tennessee. With over a decade of experience, I’ve helped countless students improve their reading comprehension and test-taking strategies, including those specific to the ACT. I’m passionate about guiding learners through the challenges of the ACT Reading section, helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$20
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Ages: 14-18
