Week 1: Introduction to SAT English
Session 1: Overview of the SAT English Section
Introduction to the structure and format of the SAT English section.
Explanation of the types of questions: Reading comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary.
Discuss the importance of time management and pacing.
Session 2: Reading Comprehension Strategies
Introduction to reading comprehension strategies.
Practice identifying main ideas, supporting details, and author's tone.
Analyze sample reading passages and answer questions.
Session 3: Sentence Structure and Grammar Basics
Overview of basic grammar rules and sentence structure.
Practice identifying and correcting common grammar errors.
Review parts of speech, sentence types, and punctuation.
Session 4: Vocabulary Building Techniques
Introduction to strategies for expanding vocabulary.
Practice using context clues to determine word meanings.
Review common SAT vocabulary words and prefixes/suffixes.
Week 2: In-depth Analysis and Practice
Session 5: Advanced Reading Comprehension Skills
Review strategies for understanding complex passages and inference questions.
Practice analyzing tone, purpose, and rhetorical devices in passages.
Discuss effective note-taking techniques for reading comprehension.
Session 6: Advanced Grammar and Usage
Review advanced grammar concepts such as subject-verb agreement, parallelism, and modifiers.
Practice identifying and correcting advanced grammar errors in sentences.
Discuss common pitfalls and tricky grammar rules.
Session 7: Vocabulary Expansion
Focus on strategies for memorizing and retaining new vocabulary words.
Practice using word roots, prefixes, and suffixes to decipher word meanings.
Review strategies for guessing unfamiliar words on the SAT.
Session 8: Critical Analysis and Writing Style
Discuss strategies for analyzing author's argument and writing style in passages.
Practice identifying the author's purpose, tone, and persuasive techniques.
Review effective ways to structure and organize writing.
Week 3: Practice Tests and Review
Session 9: Practice Test - Reading Comprehension
Administer a timed practice test for reading comprehension.
Review answers and discuss strategies for improving accuracy and speed.
Identify areas of weakness and review specific question types.
Session 10: Practice Test - Grammar and Vocabulary
Administer a timed practice test for grammar and vocabulary.
Review answers and discuss common errors and misconceptions.
Provide additional practice on identified areas of weakness.
Session 11: Review and Error Analysis
Review mistakes from practice tests and identify patterns.
Discuss strategies for avoiding common pitfalls and improving accuracy.
Provide targeted practice and reinforcement on specific topics.
Session 12: Full-length Practice Test
Administer a full-length practice test covering all sections of the SAT English.
Simulate test-day conditions and timing.
Review answers and discuss overall performance and areas for improvement.
Week 4: Final Review and Test Strategies
Session 13: Review of Practice Test Results
Review results from the full-length practice test and identify progress.
Discuss strategies for managing test anxiety and stress.
Address any remaining questions or concerns.
Session 14: Test-taking Strategies
Review effective test-taking strategies for the SAT English section.
Discuss pacing techniques, guessing strategies, and time management.
Provide tips for staying focused and maintaining concentration during the test.
Session 15: Final Practice and Confidence-building
Administer a final round of practice questions and passages.
Focus on building confidence and reinforcing learned strategies.
Provide encouragement and support for test day.
Session 16: Wrap-up and Final Tips
Review key concepts and strategies covered throughout the course.
Provide final tips and reminders for test day.
Encourage students to stay positive and confident in their abilities.