Standardized English Lessons
Students will receive thorough instruction in proper English Grammar, Vocabulary and Usage, Reading Comprehension, and Structured Writing. The student will only receive what he or she needs for score improvement so as to not waste valuable lesson time. All lessons are tailored to compliment each student's particular needs.
Standardized Math Lessons
Students will receive thorough instruction in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and advanced algebraic equations including word problems. The student will only receive what he or she needs for score improvement so as to not waste valuable lesson time. All lessons are tailored to compliment each student's particular needs.
SAT II, GRE, GMAT, LSAT:
Students will receive thorough instruction in their particular area of study (Science, English, Mathematics, History & Social Studies, and Languages). Students will only receive what they need for score improvement so as to not waste valuable lesson time. All lessons are tailored to compliment each student's particular needs.
SAT, SAT II, PSAT, Standardized Tests
SAT preparation texts offer advice on how to improve your score. Although Kaplan, Barron's, and Princeton Review books give some basic strategies on how to improve student SAT scores, some of the following study tips are paramount. For starters, be sure to budget your time accordingly. Tutors will help in the planning and implementation of your test preparation. Gain access to high level text books and study materials. We have a variety of resource available for students such as texts, study packets, vocabulary lists, and much more. Be realistic in your goals and keep in mind that hard work does pay off. Our tutors are more than just teachers. We are academic consultants, academic coaches, and more. We get positive results at an affordable price!
New Standardized Exams
America's College Entrance Examination Board has made big changes regarding educational standards across the US. In June of 2002 the Trustees of the College Board voted unanimously to develop a new SAT I, adding a writing test, toughening the mathematics section as well as other changes. The new test, given for the first time in March 2005, requires each student to produce a handwritten essay as part of the new writing exam. It has also replaced the verbal analogies section with additional reading comprehension questions. Changes to the test were introduced in the Fall of 2004 for the PSAT–NMSQT® but will not include a student–written essay.
The main objective is to focus on college success skills such as writing, critical reading, and mathematics but also to strengthen alignment of the SAT to curriculum and instructional practices in high schools and colleges. Although the test has undergone a complete transformation, the major and most influential change is the introduction of the student–written essay. The idea behind this critical decision is based on reinforcing the importance of writing skills throughout a child's education and allowing universities to more accurately assess student potential. Mathematic sections will add content from algebra II and eliminate quantitative comparisons. Reasoning behind these changes are due to most four year colleges requiring three years of math for admission.
Scoring the English Essay:
Essays are scored by trained high school teachers and college professors who teach English, writing, or language arts courses. Each test is scored independently by two readers on a 1–6 scale using a rubric system similar to the one used for the SAT II Writing Subject Test. Essays will be scanned and distributed to readers via the web.
One on One Instruction:
Reducing the student to teacher ratio improves communication while allowing the teacher to focus his or her teaching skills on that particular student. This kind of personalized attention is virtually unattainable in group teaching environments. We offer specializes, one to one student to teacher ratios, and as a result, our students continue to succeed in their academic goals.
Please note: Our approach is very controlled and very strict. As an experienced group of professionals, we strive for the success of our students and, as a result, our students excel. We are not a referral service so you are sure to meet, talk, and plan your academic program with a real teacher. We use proven techniques and only the highest quality study materials so students achieve steady academic progress in their particular area of study.
