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You’ve completed all of your homework assignments and spent the last week studying for your upcoming exam.  You’ve done everything you can in advance to ensure you earn a good grade.  Now, you’re wondering what you can do on the day of the test to ensure all of your hard work is reflected in your test score.  Take advantage of these test taking strategies to ensure you earn the highest score possible on your next exam.


Read the Entire Question

After spending so much time in class reviewing the topics that will be covered on your exam and studying at home, it’s easy to think you can anticipate the questions that will appear on the exam.  Don’t assume you know what the question is asking after reading the first few words.  Be sure to

After choosing to become a tutor, there are many things you need to do in order to be successful.  One of the most important is attracting clients who will pay you for your services.  Depending on the grade levels you tutor, you will need to target students, parents, teachers or a combination of the three to generate new business.  There are a variety of ways you can attract prospective clients.  Finding the right mix of marketing and advertising techniques that works best for you may take a little time, but if you are persistent, you will identify those that are the most effective for your business.  Below is a list of techniques you might consider.


Word of Mouth

When you are first starting out, one of the best ways to advertise your services is by word of mout

If it seems like there’s never quite enough time to do everything you need to do, you’re not alone.  In addition to completing daily homework assignments and studying for exams, you probably also participate in extracurricular activities and have responsibilities at home.  With so many activities that require your time and attention, it can be difficult to manage all of the tasks you need to complete.  But, a few simple time management techniques can help ensure you get everything done in a timely manner.


Get Organized

When you have a lot to accomplish, it’s easy to forget about some of the tasks you need to complete.  To stay on track, you need to come up with a system that will keep you organized.  A good place to start is by writing down eve

Have you thought about becoming a tutor, but you’re not sure if it’s the right choice for you.  Only you can decide if tutoring is right for you, but there are some things you should consider before you make the leap.  Below is a list of factors you should take into account when trying to determine whether or not tutoring is right for you.

You Have the Necessary Subject Matter Expertise.
There are many important qualities a tutor must possess in order to be successful.  But without a solid knowledge base in the subjects you tutor, not only will you not be successful, you will be doing a disservice to your clients.  Students who hire you to tutor them are counting on you to be knowledgeable in the subjects you tutor.  If you’re not, you’ll e

Despite your best intentions, chances are you procrastinate from time to time.  While some students procrastinate more than others, nearly everyone knows how it feels when you don’t want to sit down and complete your school work.  Whether you regularly find yourself looking for any excuse not to do your homework or you only occasionally struggle to complete your assignments, these four tips will help you put an end to procrastination for good.

Prioritize
When you have several different assignments to complete, it can be difficult to figure out which one to do first.  To help you identify where to begin, make a list of everything you need to accomplish.  Putting it down on paper will do two things.  It will help ensure you don’t miss an assignment and h

As a new school year begins, your children will be given a variety of opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities.  While it’s important not to overload kids with pursuits outside of the classroom, there are many benefits to taking part in a couple of well-chosen activities.  When making a decision about what activities, if any, your children should participate in, keep the following things in mind.

Promote Social Skills
There’s a good chance your children will be in class with the same students year after year.  Extracurricular activities give your kids an opportunity to meet other children they wouldn’t normally get to meet and develop their social skills in an environment other than a classroom.  This can be especially helpful if you

As the new school year begins, you have a chance to help your children make it a successful one.  No matter how old your kids are, the transition from the freedom summer offers to the structure of the school day can take some getting used to.  Take advantage of these five habits to ease the transition and keep your children on track for the entire school year.

Maintain a Consistent Schedule
Maintaining a consistent schedule will help get your kids used to a routine and it’s a good way to set expectations for your children.  If your children know they have to wake up at the same time every morning, go to dance class after school, do their homework as soon as they get home and go to bed at the same time every night, they will quickly learn what is expected of them on a

As your children get older, there is a good chance they will begin showing interest in extracurricular activities offered through their school or local community programs.  These activities are a great way for your child to explore areas they may not be exposed to during the normal school day.  From dance to sports to art, there are countless programs in which your child may choose to participate.  But how do you know what activities are right for both your child and for you?  After all, you will be the one responsible for paying any required fees and driving them back and forth as necessary.  Below is a list of four things to consider when helping your child select an extracurricular activity.

What is Your Child Interested In?
A good place to start when selecting