4 Stubborn ACT and SAT Myths
Some ACT and SAT myths are more resilient than others. For this lesson, we’re going to debunk four of the most stubborn ones. If you are a regular reader of this blog, chances are you’ve […]
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Some ACT and SAT myths are more resilient than others. For this lesson, we’re going to debunk four of the most stubborn ones. If you are a regular reader of this blog, chances are you’ve […]
In this lesson, we’re going to explain the “College Readiness Benchmarks” that the ACT sets for each section of the exam. In particular, we’ll look at what the benchmarks can tell you about your potential […]
In this week’s lesson, we’re going to focus on how to answer a specific type of question on the ACT English section: the “NOT acceptable” question. This type of question differs from others in that […]
In this lesson, we’re going to cover some of the differences in format and scoring between the “regular” SAT I and the SAT II Subject Tests. The 2016 redesign of the SAT I did not […]
One of the most common questions we receive at the Learning Island is how soon students can expect to receive their ACT or SAT scores. In general, ACT scores start to become available about ten […]
In this lesson, we’re going to cover three tips that apply to the charts, graphs, and tables that accompany written passages on the ACT and the SAT. Whether you’re looking at the relatively basic graphics […]
Some rules apply to virtually any standardized or multiple choice test. The ACT and the SAT, for example, must follow the “one correct answer per question” rule. If either exam broke this rule, it would […]
One common question that I get from students is whether they should take both the ACT and SAT. In most situations, the answer is “no.” Virtually all colleges accept both exams, and while the tests […]
Recently, we covered three common mistakes on ACT Writing and the SAT Essay that every student should avoid. Today, we’re going to take a more positive approach. Here are three things that you should do […]