Introduction to the SAT: One-day course

First hour (Reading section)

• Introduction to SAT Reading structure (passage types, question formats)

• Strategies for active reading (annotating, finding main ideas, etc.)

• Practice with sample passages, focusing on answering detail, inference, and purpose questions

Second hour (Writing & Language section)

• Overview of grammar rules tested (sentence structure, punctuation, verb tense)

• Strategy for improving passage clarity and effectiveness

• Practice with sample questions, emphasising common error patterns

First hour (Math - no calculator & calculator sections)

• Review key Math concepts (algebra, geometry, data analysis)

• Problem-solving techniques (plugging in values, eliminating wrong answers)

• Practice with both non-calculator and calculator sections

Second hour (Test-taking strategies & Practice)

• Discuss overall test strategy (time management, guessing wisely, pacing)

• Practice with full timed sections, integrating tips for handling stress and improving accuracy