Break the Code! Test Prep Class
In this 6-week online course, students learn reading comprehension, multiple choice, and essay writing strategies to achieve their best score.
What's included
12 live meetings
11 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 per weekProgress Report
1-2 throughout the classClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner - Intermediate Level
The Break the Code! Test Prep course concentrates on SAT reading, vocabulary and writing skills along with some math practice. The course includes practice in taking the SAT test, as well as strategies for the question types (sentence completion, vocabulary, critical reading, and writing – finding errors / revision). The classes will be a combination of lecture, guided practice, independent practice, and discussion.
Learning Goals
Analyzing Question Types and Active Reading StrategiesSpotting and Fixing Errors in Structure, Punctuation, and Agreement
Syllabus
12 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Analyzing Question Types
This lesson is an overview/breakdown of the questions types. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Active Reading Strategies
This lesson gives the active reading strategy used on the test. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Paired Passages
This lesson gives important information to consider for paired passages on the test. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Primary Sources Techniques
This lesson gives strategies to use with primary sources the test provides. 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
This class will be differentiated and will support learners with ADHD, Dyslexia, and ASD.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
We will refer to the online College Board practice tests.
Joined July, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
10+ year College Board teacher and test prep tutor. Reviews
Live Group Course
$105
weekly or $625 for 12 classes2x per week, 6 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-8 learners per class
