AJ Tutoring blog - The Learning Curve

No one enjoys getting a test back covered in red marks, but mistakes can be a student’s most valuable teacher—if handled well. The key is to view errors not as proof of inability, but as a roadmap to improvement. Step One When reviewing a graded assignment, start by identifying patterns in ...

Summary: At AJ tutoring we are consistently monitoring trends in education and educational rews. Recently we came across a new UC San Diego admissions report that reveals a sharp drop in students’ math and writing readiness. Read more to learn what this means for California families applying ...

Mathematics isn’t just about getting the final answer—it’s about how you get there. In tutoring, one of the most important habits students can build is slowing down and making sure they truly understand what they’re doing. That means having confidence in your work and making sure the work ...

Choosing between the SAT and ACT comes down to your strengths, test‑timing preferences, and college goals. Whether you’re leaning toward the SAT or the ACT, partnering with a dedicated test‑prep tutor and using proven test‑prep strategies will make all the difference. Struggling to ...