Greetings!
We covered a lot of ground in class today. In fact, we've covered a lot this semester. We started the class with a quick review of overall strategies and then those that are unique to specific tests. As I had anticipated, the students did not remember as many for the English test that was the first one that we covered. Before they actually take the test, they should make sure to go through all of the strategies for the individual tests. It's easy to forget stuff!
We looked at another sample college application essay. I like reading samples because many times I get a fresh idea for myself. I hope the same is for the students.
We are now in the 4th section of the ACT Test -- the Science test. Like the English and Reading tests, the Science test is passage-based. It's 35 minutes long, and the students will answer 45 questions for the 6 - 7 passages. We talked for a lot about how and what they learn in science classes and how this Science test is different. Students don't need to have loads of information memorized, but they do need to know how to read charts, graphs, and tables. They also need to be able to draw conclusions from data given in those tables and charts.
This week I introduced the test and gave an overview. Next week we will walk through the basic approach to handling the test questions.
The first college application essay is due this week, and I've assigned a second essay. When they finish this this class, they will have 2 potential essays that they can use for college applications. NOTE: I've adjusted the due date for this second college application essay. I've moved it out April 21.
Have a beautiful weekend!
Blessings,
Mrs. Prichard
Assignments
Read Chapters 20 & 21 (p. 299 – 322)
Read Summary on p. 307
Read Summary on p. 322
Links for This Week
ACT Prep Class Notes -- Week 11 (March 31)
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