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More Than Just a Score: The Unsung Benefits of Standardized Testing

Explore the vital role of standardized testing in education. Understand how these assessments contribute to life skills, systemic enhancements, and equitable learning opportunities.

Matt McCorkleDecember 23, 2024Tutoring, Test Prep, Standardized Testing, ACT & SAT, ACT® & SAT®, Benefits of Standardized Testing, Test Scores, score improvement, Academic Skills, Soft Skills, Study Skills, Academic Performance, Academic Growth, Academic Goals, Academic Progress, Academic Values, Higher Education, Equity

Roadmap for the Future: College Selection 101

National College Decision Day is approaching. With College Selection 101, we offer strategies to help your college-bound Seniors select the right college that will help shape their future.

Matt McCorkleApril 9, 2024National Decision Day, May 1st, College Selection, College Decision, College Admissions, College Acceptance, Advice for Students, Advice for Clients, College Search, High School Seniors, Higher Education, College

Building A College Portfolio: Helping Clients Create a Top College Résumé

Help your students gain a competitive edge in the college application process by creating a well-crafted résumé and cover letter that highlights their high school career and potential for future success.

Matt McCorkleNovember 6, 2023College Portfolio, Supporting Students, Supporting Clients, College Prep, College Planning, College Résumé, College Résumé Cover Letter, Advice for Students, Advice for Clients, College Readiness, Higher Education

The Importance of Good College Fit: How to Make the Right Choice

A crucial part of our students’ future academic success is in finding the right college fit.

Matt McCorkleJuly 31, 2023College Planning, College Prep, College Search, Supporting Students, Supporting Clients, Test-Prep Advice, Tutoring Advice, College Counseling, Higher Education, Academic Goals, Career Path

ACT® and SAT® Scores: What Do High Schools and Colleges Gain From Them?

Standardized tests - like the ACT® and SAT® - mean more to high schools and colleges than just the obvious…

Matt McCorkleFebruary 23, 2022Higher Education, College Admissions, College Applications, Tutoring Advice, Test Prep Advice, Test Prep Tips, ACT, SAT

Help High Schoolers Make the Best Course Choices for Success in College

Help students take control of their high school education and make the course selections colleges are looking for.

Matt McCorkleFebruary 15, 2022Tutoring, Tutoring Advice, College Admissions, Best Practices, Higher Education

Grade Inflation Concerns Make the ACT® and SAT® Even More Essential

It is becoming increasingly apparent that test scores will hold more comparative value than ever before. One of the main reasons: grade inflation.

Matt McCorkleAugust 26, 2020College Admissions, Test-Optional, Current Events, Higher Education, College Applications, ACT, SAT

Day 4 of SXSWedu: 8 Lessons I Learned at #SXSWedu2017

The 8 lessons I learned at #SXSWedu2017…

Day 3 of SXSWedu: Keep Education Weird!

“Keep Austin Weird;” residents wish to preserve what’s great about Austin just as educators wish to preserve what’s great about education, all while embracing all the great things to come!

Matt McCorkleMarch 8, 2017Test Prep, SXSWedu, education policy, Austin, TX, EdTech, Higher Education, College Admissions, social justice, future of education, assessment tests, artificial intelligence, keynote, Tim Ferriss, Disruption

Day 2 of SXSWedu: How to Sell Test Prep to Schools

Selling test prep to schools can feel scary and confusing, but there are effective strategies to help forge a successful tutoring partnership with schools.

Matt McCorkleMarch 7, 2017Test Prep, China, SXSWedu, education policy, Austin, TX, EdTech, Higher Education, College Admissions, inequality, social justice, future of education, Cheating

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