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Student Academic Resources

Student Academic Resources
Organization Mission Description Resources
A Pre-SAT Learning Program “The best way to prepare for the SAT is with practice. INAP offered me different formats to practice—I could even enter how much time I had, and INAP would customize a session that focused on my weaknesses within that time frame. Innovative features like the Customized Practice Session make INAP fun and flexible. After using the INAP prep program, my SAT score increased over 300 points to 2260!” "INeedAPencil.com brings to you hundreds of questions with step-by-step explanations, thorough and interesting lessons and a proven method that will teach you, test you to make sure you success on the SAT.  Register and let us do the rest.” 
English Language preparations and exams “This web site is for people studying for an English language exam. These pages contain free online practice tests for the most important international ESL/EFL exams: IELTS, TOEFL, and the Cambridge ESOL exams such as CPE, CAE, FCE, and PET. http://examenglish.com/KET/index.phpYou can also find out information about the different exams.” “ESL/EFL exams: IELTS, TOEFL, and the Cambridge ESOL exams such as CPE, CAE, FCE, and PET.”
TOEFL Exam Preparation “Taking the TOEFL is a necessary step for any non US educated student wanting to study at a North American university. It is also increasingly required from other educational institutions throughout the world as well as a desired or mandatory job qualification.” “If you are interested in taking the TOEFL it will probably be necessary to purchase some of these services. This guide shows you a number of the free services available on the Internet. By using this feature you can get an excellent head start on your studies without paying a dime.”
California High School Exit Exams “The official name of the California Exit Exam is California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE). The stated goal of the CAHSEE is to "significantly improve pupil achievement in public high schools and to ensure that pupils who graduate from public high schools can demonstrate grade level competency in reading, writing, and mathematics". The test consists of two parts: English language arts and mathematics. For speakers of English as a Second Language, the English Language Arts section is certainly the most difficult. The English Language Arts part of the test includes 82 multiple choice questions and 2 essays based on standards from 6 language arts strands.” “Taking advantage of these resources can help non-native speakers prepare in advance for these exams. Unfortunately, I was unable to locate any guides for the CAHSEE specifically designed for non-native English speakers. If you know of any, please send me an email at esl.guide@about.com so that I may point it out to others.”
High School Ace “High School Ace is a web directory of the best free educational resources for teens.  It is financially supported by Quiz Hub and Advertising Sponsors.” “Only approved not-for-profit accredited colleges are invited to advertise on High School Ace.”
All About College Applications “College preparation needs to occur throughout middle school and high school. These articles will guide you through the college preparation process so that your college application will be competitive when senior year rolls around.”  
Preparing for the SAT “Preparing for the SAT is an important step on your students' path toward higher education. To help you prepare your students for the test, the College Board provides the SAT Readiness Program—an integrated system of free and low-cost print materials, online services, and teacher workshops.” “The SAT Readiness Program makes valuable preparation available to students of all abilities and backgrounds. Developed to meet the diverse needs of schools and students, this integrated program makes SAT preparation affordable and accessible to all.”
US DOE go-to post secondary go-to site of information “College.gov created by the U.S. Department of Education in collaboration with students. This site is intended to be the go-to source for information and resources about planning, preparing and paying for post-secondary education (such as 2- or 4-year colleges and universities, and vocational or career schools).” “Most importantly, college.gov is intended to provide inspiration and hope to all students, and encourage them to consider and pursue a post-secondary education. In building this site, we asked students what information was most useful as they look ahead toward college. Over time, this site will continue to evolve, and you can help influence that process by visiting our contact page to submit questions, suggestions and feedback.”
National Center for Education Statistics “The purpose of the National Center for Education Statistics' website is to provide clear, complete information about NCES' mission and activities, and to serve the research, education and other interested communities. NCES values your comments and suggestions for improving the usability of this site. To provide comments or suggestions, or to seek further assistance, contact the NCES webmaster at NCESwebmaster@ed.gov.’ “The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) (see Organizational Chart) is the primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education in the U.S. and other nations. NCES is located within the U.S. Department of Education and the Institute of Education Sciences.”
Federal Student Aid “If you’re applying to school, the application process can seem long and difficult. If you’re also applying for financial aid, it may seem near impossible. To get aid, you need to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which can be a daunting process for students seeking help with paying for their education. However, if you use the online version of the application, and follow these hints, it may be simpler than you thought.” “First, check out the Department of Education's FAFSA website. The online form gives students a three-step process to follow when filling out their application. Getting together the information you need before filling out the application will make the whole process much simpler for you. Follow the steps to determine your dependency status.”
Assessing Your Learning Style “How do you learn best? Have you ever thought that you might be more effective in your classes if you fully understood the methods for learning and studying that work best for your learning style? This section is designed to allow you to assess your learning style and provide some ideas for strategies that will help you to be more effective in the classroom. Remember, we all learn in different ways but everyone can learn effectively.” “The first step in the process is to assess your learning style. Please take one of the following inventories. These inventories are meant to give you valuable feedback about your learning style but should not be considered diagnostic or predictive.”
Understanding critical thinking “There are lots of ways of thinking about thinking!! Sometimes thinking is an unconscious act. Have you ever solved a problem in your sleep? Have you ever set a problem aside only to find that the solution presents itself to you in the middle of a meeting? Thinking isn't always verbal. Sometimes we think in images instead of words. What about your dreams? Is that a form of thinking?” “Vincent Ruggiero has developed a more formal definition for thinking that we can use in the context of academics. In The Art of Thinking, he writes "Thinking is any mental activity that helps formulate or solve a problem, make a decision, or fulfill a desire to understand. It is a searching for answers, a reaching for meaning." He reminds us that the mind engages in all sorts of processes in support of thinking.”
The National Honor Society “The National Honor Society (NHS) and National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) are the nation's premier organizations established to recognize outstanding high school and middle level students. More than just an honor roll, NHS and NJHS serve to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character (and Citizenship for NJHS). These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since their beginnings in 1921 and 1929.” “Today, it is estimated that more than one million students participate in activities of the NHS and NJHS. NHS and NJHS chapters are found in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, many U.S. Territories, and Canada. Chapter membership not only recognizes students for their accomplishments, but challenges them to develop further through active involvement in school activities and community service.”
Kid Source:  How my child can prepare for college “Many high schools offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exams. AP courses are college-level courses in approximately 16 different subjects; they help students prepare for college-level work while they are still in high school. Students who take AP courses are often more prepared for the academic challenges presented in college. In addition, a student who takes an AP course, and who scores a grade of 3 or higher on an AP exam, can often receive advanced placement in college and/or credit for a college course. [Footnote: This can result in significant cost savings. However, not all colleges and universities give credit or advanced placement for earning a grade of 3 or higher on an AP exam. Write to the admissions office of the colleges that are of interest to your child to find out if they give credit for an AP exam grade of 3 or higher. Ask to obtain the college's AP policy in writing, or look for a discussion of the policy in the institution's catalog.] Talk to one of your child's teachers, your child's guidance counselor, or the principal of your child's school to find out if AP courses are offered at your child's high school.” “It is not only important for your child to enroll in the courses recommended for college-bound students; it is also essential that the material taught in those courses reflect high academic standards and high expectations for what students should know and be able to do. Research indicates that high expectations and high standards improve achievement and positively influence student learning.”