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Looking Ahead to the SAT and ACT (As a Sophomore)

As a test prep tutor, I work with many juniors every year, and as an academic history and English tutor, I work with many sophomores. Many of my sophomore students and their parents have heard from friends and elder siblings that junior year is hectic, so they understandably want to get started ... Read More

 

The ACT Science Section: Busting 3 Big Myths

Myth 1: The ACT Science Section is a Test of Content Knowledge The name of the section is a bit of a misnomer: The ACT Science section does not test a student’s science knowledge. So what is it, then? The Science section is really a reading comprehension test with lots of charts,, ... Read More

 

How to Start Strong in the Second Semester (3 Expert Tips)

It’s 2020! We at AJ Tutoring are excited to welcome in the new year and renew our mission to provide the highest quality of education to Bay Area students. No matter how last semester ended, the great thing about the academic cycle is that you get a fresh start with the arrival of a new ... Read More

 

Top 4 Differences Between the SAT and ACT

One of the most common questions I get from my students is whether they should take the SAT or the ACT.  Frankly, the answer to that question depends on each student’s strengths, weaknesses, and personal preferences.  If you’d like to talk through your student’s unique situation, ... Read More

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