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ADHD and Test Prep: How to Create Structure That Works

Learn how to create flexible, ADHD-friendly ACT® and SAT® prep plans that improve focus, consistency, and student confidence.

ACT® Accommodations & English Learner Supports: 2025 Updates

Learn the latest ACT updates for 2025, including simplified EL supports and extended approvals. Learn how these changes impact your test takers starting September 8th.

Matt McCorkleSeptember 9, 2025ACT® Updates, ACT Updates, ACT® Accommodations, ACT® EL Supports, EL Supports, Test Accommodations, learning differences, English Language Learners, Supporting Clients, Supporting Students, Fall ACT®, Spring ACT®, Requesting Test Accommodations, Requesting EL Supports, Test Taking

How to Identify and Fill Knowledge Gaps During Tutoring Sessions

Learn how to assess and address knowledge gaps to ensure your clients receive personalized support to strengthen their foundation for successful learning.

Matt McCorkleOctober 30, 2024Learning Gap, Knowledge Gap, learning differences, Learning Goals, Academic Skills, Academic Goals, Academic Confidence, Academic Growth, Academic Performance, Supporting Students, Supporting Clients, Tutoring Support, Test-Prep Support

Learning Disability Accommodations on the SAT® and ACT®

Students have a variety of needs when it comes to putting forth their best educational efforts.

Matt McCorkleNovember 8, 2017learning differences, Test Accommodations, Test Modifications, Accommodations, Modifications, ACT®, SAT®, Test-Prep Advice, Tutoring Advice

Helping Students Cope With Test Anxiety

Taking tests can be nerve-wracking; add the weight and implications of a high-stakes test like the SAT® or ACT®, and even the most relaxed test taker feels some pressure.

Matt McCorkleApril 25, 2017Test-Prep Advice, Test-Prep Strategies, Test Anxiety, test anxiety, learning differences, Tutoring Advice, Test-Prep Tips, Test Day

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