SAT105C - RISD Pre-College Test Preparation - SAT & PSAT
Course Description
Build your strategy to approach college entrance exams with confidence. While some colleges and universities are waiving standardized test scores, many still use scores to determine merit scholarships.
Spend two Saturdays in SMU's intensive Online SAT Bootcamp covering tips, tools, and techniques to help you achieve your best score on the SAT exam and take the next step to achieve your academic goals you may encounter on the exam. Our experienced instructors present information in manageable units, focusing on each component of the exam, giving you the skills needed to approach each question. In our online class you will interact with the instructor and other students via Zoom and navigate course material and practice problems in the Learning Management System (Canvas). With SMU Test Prep, you will gain the skills needed for success on the SAT and reach your exam date ready to perform at your peak.
This is a CUSTOM OFFERING for the Richardson Independent School District.
Course Outline
Day 1
Overview:
What is the SAT?
What score do you need?
Reading Test:
Overview
Grammar Skills Practice
Passage practice
Break: 5 minutes
Writing and Language Test:
Overview
Close reading skills
Practice passages
Wrap Up
Day 2
Math Test:
Overview
Group discussion
Math skills practice
Math test practice
Break: 10 minutes
Essay:
Overview
Writing skills
Reflection & Wrap Up
Notes
Students should be prepared with paper, a pencil, and the calculator that they plan to use during the SAT exam. The registration fee includes all other materials including workbooks and practice exams; they will be available on Canvas to view and/or print.
There will be short breaks throughout the class.
Find out more about the PSAT for high school students and for middle school/junior high students.
Recommendations
SMU's SAT Bootcamp is ideal for students who are dedicated to their personal academic success. This course is ideal for current high school juniors who are planning to take the SAT for the first time; we also recommend this course for students who may have taken the exam already but wish to improve their scores.
Testimonials
“Practice tests were helpful in gauging what I needed to study, and how much of a shot I have at applications.” – Nathan B., 11th grade, RISD student