Effective time management is crucial in the SAT Reading section. At Peak Learning Solutions, our teachers are well versed in the most efficient and well researched strategies to equip your child with valuable time management tips during their preparation.
Our teachers (we call ourselves teachers because we are all teachers first unlike most tutors and tutoring organizations) will educate your child on the recommended timing for each passage. On the digital SAT, the Reading and Writing section gives 64 minutes for 54 questions, and each question has its own short text, so the goal is a little over a minute per question, reading included. If your child finds themselves spending too long on a question, we will teach them to flag it, move on and return to it later, time permitting.
We will guide your child to skim the passage before diving into the questions. By quickly reading the introduction and conclusion, as well as glancing through the body paragraphs, your child will gain an understanding of the main ideas and organization of the passage. This will enable them to locate specific information more efficiently while answering the questions.
When answering the questions, we will instruct your child to focus on finding direct evidence in the passage to support their answers. We will caution them against answer choices that may sound correct but lack direct evidence. Our teachers (we call ourselves teachers because we are all teachers first unlike most tutors and tutoring organizations) will emphasize the importance of eliminating any answers that cannot be supported by the passage.
If your child is running short on time, we will advise them to prioritize the questions based on difficulty level. Starting with the easier questions that they can answer quickly and confidently, they can leave the more challenging or time-consuming questions for later. Our teachers (we call ourselves teachers because we are all teachers first unlike most tutors and tutoring organizations) will remind them to mark those questions and return to them if time permits.
With our time management tips and practice at Peak Learning Solutions, your child will optimize their performance and increase their chances of success in the SAT Reading section.
Thank you for choosing Peak Learning Solutions as your trusted partner in your child’s academic journey. Our small independent business, based in the Denver Area for over a decade, is dedicated to providing comprehensive tutoring services that address a wide range of subjects, from Mathematics (including Calculus, Statistics, Trigonometry, Algebra, etc.) to Reading Comprehension and Spanish Language Support, History, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, and Environmental Science). Our Experienced and Expert teachers support all levels of these subjects, from Remedial to On-Level to Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate. We understand the importance of fostering key skills such as organization, planning, time management, note-taking, study techniques for tests and quizzes, test-taking and problem-solving strategies, goal setting, managing long-term assignments, and metacognitive skills. Our experienced tutors utilize researched methods to ensure effective and personalized instruction tailored to your child’s unique needs. We are passionate about helping students excel academically and beyond. Choose Peak Learning Solutions for a holistic approach to education and unlock your child’s full potential.
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