Curated Resources
The Study-O encourages students and families to use official materials whenever possible, becuase have demonstrated consistent quality and accuracy. Because testing programs evolve, students should always verify dates, policies, and procedures through the official testing organizations.
The resources below include trusted testing organizations, college admissions services, practice materials, and educational partners that we recommend regularly.
Essential Organizations for College Application Process
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Registration, test dates, score information, and official practice materials.
https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act.html
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The primary college application platform used by hundreds of colleges and universities. Remember that some colleges also offer their own institutional applications (don’t overlook the application of the college directly if they have one)
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SAT registration, testing dates, AP information, score reporting, and official practice resources.
Academic Resources
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KHAN ACADEMY
Official digital SAT practice in partnership with College Board.
https://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/digital-sat
STRATEGIC TEST PREP (Laura Whitmore)
Trusted SAT instruction, videos, and preparation strategies.
https://www.youtube.com/strategictestprep
SETTELLE TUTORING
Helpful Bluebook tutorials, SAT walkthroughs, and testing tips.
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FREE RESOURCES
https://www.bestcolleges.com/blog/free-act-prep-resources/
https://www.enactyourfuture.com/free-act-resources.html
BESIDES THE OFFICIAL ACT RED BOOK… there are some decent practice books. Look for my own Enhanced ACT English Practice Book coming soon..
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HELPFUL ARTICLE
https://childmind.org/article/tips-for-beating-test-anxiety/
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Why do some kids feel anxious when taking tests?
What are some ways kids can prepare for a test to feel less anxious?
How can kids stay calm while taking a test?