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By: Sue Bunn Something to particularly keep in mind when approaching the math section of the ACT is time. When performing calculations, time can fly. You can get caught up in trying to solve a certain question and fail to recognize that you’ve wasted time that you could have spent on other questions. The section is 60 minutes for 60 questions. The last 20 questions are the most difficult. If math is not your strongest subject, don’t worry because we have strategies to help. T

Taking the English section of the ACT can be a daunting task, but there are some tips and strategies that can help you maximize your score. Whether you’re just getting started with your ACT prep or you’ve been studying for a while, these tips can help you understand the English section and maximize your score. 1. Understand the Format: The English section of the ACT consists of 75 multiple-choice questions that must be answered in 45 minutes. You will be tested on your abilit

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By: Alena You During my experience as a tutor with the ACT, I have found that taking the ACT is not just a test of understanding content, but much more than that. The ACT is testing students for skills such as endurance, stamina, detail to attention, prudence, and accuracy. To really get good at the ACT, here are my Top 5 Hacks to help students move the needle forward. Utilizing the Process of Elimination : The ACT is all multiple choice. If you eliminate 2 answers, you will

By: Omar Monsalvo What is networking? Simply put, networking is the act of socializing between professionals in an industry. The goal of networking is to make genuine and memorable conversations with professionals. Everyone at a networking event carries value. Therefore it is important to stand out from the crowd by being your true self. Many will be self-driven to find a job, but it is important to show genuine interest about the other person: ask about what they do, their c

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By: Alena You Even though it may be a little early, it is not wrong to start thinking about what your purpose in life is. As humans, we each go through very unique experiences that impact what we are interested in. People are fueled by many different interests. There is a Japanese term called “Ikigai” that contains four main ideas: what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. When you are aligned with all four ideas, you have a purp

We all know practice makes perfect. While it does take repetition to achieve and master a difficult skill, it is helpful to get into a mindset of learning effectively. When we are learning a new subject, it might feel overwhelming and difficult to learn all the information at once, but over effective refinement, learning will become easier. Here are some of the ways to learn more effectively. Always Be Curious Whether the subject interests you or not, gaining knowledge will o