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Feb 11
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Working Through and Overcoming Test Anxiety

By ACT, AP Exams, CSET/CBEST/RICA, Elementary School, High School, HSPT, ISEE, Middle School, SAT, SSAT, Study Skills, Test Prep
The Myth of “Crippling” Test Anxiety We’ve all heard stories about epic test anxiety: A student who is well-prepared and knows the material suddenly can’t perform on test day. In my experience working with hundreds of students over the years, however, I have found this story to be a myth. While it is typical—and often…
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Nov 12
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From Panicked to Primed: How to Crash Prep for Standardized Tests

By ACT, CSET/CBEST/RICA, High School, HiSET, HSPT, ISEE, Middle School, SAT, SSAT, Test Prep
Introduction: When Time is Running Out Uh oh. You thought you had time. You did have time. But your standardized test date is suddenly four weeks away, and you are woefully unprepared. Now what? Breathe. It happens! Between school, extracurriculars, part-time jobs, and social lives, even the most conscientious planners can fall behind on test…
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Oct 26
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Digital Hygiene for Study: Better Habit, Better Student, Better Grades

By Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Study Skills, Test Prep
Introduction to Digital Hygiene A study found that high school and college students spend around a quarter of class time texting, gaming, and swiping on apps. Does that sound accurate to your experience? Does it seem excessive, or just fine? Some students believe unrestricted device usage is bad for their study habits. Some don't see…
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