How can I become a better standardized test taker? Whether you are taking the SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, or MCAT, follow these 5 tips. 1. Stay uni-focused. Never think about what you are missing out on when you take practice tests or are studying. Only think about mastering the material in front of you. 2. No[…]
Follow these math tips to improve your score and become a better test taker! 1. Know what you are looking for. Questions may seem simple, but many have a twist at the end that can make you choose the wrong answer. For example, the question may be asking for x + 5, not just x. Paying attention[…]
No matter your age, with these quick tips you can become a better reader. 1. Find the subject and verb in every sentence. The meaning of the sentence centers on the subject and verb. 2. Mentally, put prepositional phrases in parentheses to understand the meaning faster and easier. 3. Do not re-read. Read once[…]
1. Review vocabulary words for the days leading up to the test. The most common ISEE vocab words include -Acclaim- to praise -Aesthetic- related to beauty -Sentimental- Nostalgic-Related to a positive emotional connection to the past -Banal- cliché-commonplace, not original, boring 2. Exercise the day before the test. Try to tire yourself out and get to[…]
How to pick the best high school for your child: 1. Do not think too much about environment-Most schools are big enough that any child can find his or her way. 2. Prioritize academics, course offerings, and college admissions statistics 3. Location, location-forcing your child to commute more than 30 minutes per day creates added stress and[…]
There are more topics than you may think on the ISEE Mathematics Achievement Test and the ISEE Quantitative Reasoning Test Make sure your child has a firm foundation in these math 8 topics 1. Grouping like terms with variables and exponents 2. Absolute value equations 3. Absolute value inequalities 4. Mean median mode 5. Factor[…]
What is the value of 117 ones plus 2 hundred plus 18 tens? Sam can read 8 pages is 4 days and Tom can read 9 pages in 18 days. How many days does it take for them to read 100 pages together? Alan scored 100, 84, 92, and 120 on different tests. What is[…]
At Tutoring Solutions Group we approach each student as an individual and address his/her needs in a personalized way. Most students we work with have such an inner drive that any pressure from us appears counter-productive. High school presents its own challenges with long days, tests, homework, and extra-curricular activities. While many students may appear confident, most[…]
Does your child have a special talent for math? What about creative writing or science? Enrichment tutoring is designed for children who display early interest or special talents. Since there are only a limited number of hours in the school days, your child’s potential in certain subjects may be best realized through one-on-one tutoring. These sessions[…]
ISEE Test-What can your child study? 1. Start with vocabulary. We offer middle-high school level vocab lists to start with. Alternatively, use the list in a Kaplan, Princeton Review, or Barron’s book. Even if your child studies Wordly Wise in School, that is not enough. 2. Math Achievement. Here is a checklist of major topics[…]