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The New SAT is a lot different from the previous version of the test. The fact that the test does not have questions based on vocabulary is one reason to believe that the test is easier. However, there is other content in the test that is demanding and it is best to go in for professional coaching to master the test and to secure a good score.

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SAT Course Dubai

Option SAT Dubai, Knowledge Village UAE trains for the SAT using innovative class plans that focus on subject skill building. The test spans across three areas for each of which Option has evolved training modules that are interesting and effective.

The Reading Section assesses a student’s comprehension and reasoning skills and hence the trainers are particular about encouraging timed reading exercises in the class in order to ensure that the student learns to read ‘ smartly,’ keeping the stress of time and comprehension in mind.

The Writing and Language Section evaluates a student’s sharp observation and editing skills in the context of extended prose passages across a range of content areas. This section gets a tad tricky since some questions require contextual connections to be made and others focus primarily on perfect punctuation skills.

The two Math Sections gauge a student’s skills for using appropriate tools strategically, searching for and making utilization of structures to do algebra and understanding the nuances of the language of the question. The fact that one Math Section allows for a calculator and the other does not is also worth dealing with in the course of training. At our SAT tutoring centre Dubai, UAE, we take care to attend to the smallest such detail in order to deliver perfection in our classes.

The Optional Essay is focused on the assessment of a student’s skill in developing a coherent and lucid written analysis of a provided source text. This Essay task is quite unlike standard essays students are used to writing in school and hence trainers are particular to start training for this section early in the SAT preparation course. This allows for a slow evolution of the student’s writing skills and also ensures great essays in the long run!

Composition/SCORING of each section:

The Reading section – 52 Questions tested in 65 minutes

The Writing section – 44 Questions tested in 35 minutes.

Both the reading and the writing are scored together on a scale ranging from 200 -800.

Math

20 Questions – 25 minutes without a calculator.

38 questions – 55 minutes with a calculator.

The two sections are scored on a scale ranging from 200-800.

Bonus!!!

This SAT promises great returns for those who put in qualitative effort. This is mostly due to the fact that the voluminous Vocabulary needed for the Old SAT is no longer required! Another relief is that in this SAT there are fewer sections, more time on average per question and the essay is optional. Moreover, there is no penalty/negative marking and so students do not hesitate to take a calculated risk.

SESSION PLAN FOR NEW SAT (MATH)

SESSION	WEEKEND(FRIDAY)	SESSION	WEEKDAY(TUESDAY)
LESSION 1	Basic arithmetic concepts Fractions and Decimals	LESSION 8	Functions and their Graphs Trigonometry Complex numbers
LESSION 2	Percent , Ratios and Proportions	LESSION 7	Interpretation of Data Counting and Probability Sequences
LESSION 3	Average, Polynomials & Solving Equations & Inequalities	LESSION 6	Solid Geometry Coordinate Geometry
LESSION 4	Word Problems , Lines and Angles	LESSION 5	Triangles, Quadrilaterals & other Polygons ,Circles
LESSION 5	Triangles, Quadrilaterals & other Polygons ,Circles	LESSION 4	Word Problems , Lines and Angles
LESSION 6	Solid Geometry Coordinate Geometry	LESSION 3	Average, Polynomials & Solving Equations & Inequalities
LESSION 7	Interpretation of Data Counting and Probability Sequences	LESSION 2	Percent, Ratios and Proportions
LESSION 8	Functions and their Graphs Trigonometry Complex numbers	LESSION 1	Basic arithmetic concepts Fractions and Decimals
PRACTICE
PRACTICE

SESSION PLAN FOR NEW SAT (VERBAL)

SESSION	WEEKEND(SATURDAY)	SESSION	WEEKDAY(SUNDAY)
GRAMMAR LESSON 1	Introduction to New SAT: Grammar lesson 1 Writing 75 Q’s Set 1 – discussion Writing 75 Q’s Set 2– Home Work	ESSAY LESSON 1	Introduction to Essay Writing Types of topics Essay Strategies/ writing styles Essay 1 class practice Essay 2- Homework
GRAMMAR LESSON 2	Grammar lesson 2 Writing 75 Q’s Set 3 – discussion Writing 75 Q’s Set 4– Home Work	ESSAY LESSON 2	Essay 3 Class discussion & practice Essay 4 – Homework
GRAMMAR LESSON 3	Discussion of HW Writing test 1 & 2 discussion Writing test 3 – Home Work	READING LESSON 1	Discussion of HW Reading strategies Reading test 1 discussion Reading test 2 -Homework
GRAMMAR LESSON 4	Discussion of HW Writing test 4 discussion Grammar worksheet- Home Work	READING LESSON 2	Discussion of HW Reading test 3 discussion Reading test 4 -Homework
READING LESSON 1	Discussion of HW Reading strategies Reading test 1 discussion Reading test 2 -Homework	GRAMMER LESSON 1	Introduction to New SAT: Grammar lesson 1 Writing 75 Q’s Set 1 – discussion Writing 75 Q’s Set 2– Home Work
READING LESSON 2	Discussion of HW Reading test 3 discussion Reading test 4 -Homework	GRAMMER LESSON 2	Grammar lesson 2 Writing 75 Q’s Set 3 – discussion Writing 75 Q’s Set 4– Home Work
READING LESSON 2	Discussion of HW Reading test 3 discussion Reading test 4 -Homework	GRAMMER LESSON 2	Grammar lesson 2 Writing 75 Q’s Set 3 – discussion Writing 75 Q’s Set 4– Home Work
ESSAY LESSON 1	Introduction to Essay Writing Types of topics Essay Strategies/ writing styles Essay 1 class practice Essay 2- Homework	GRAMMER LESSON 3	Discussion of HW Writing test 1 & 2 discussion Writing test 3 – Home Work
ESSAY LESSON 2	Essay 3 Class discussion & practice Essay 4 – Homework	GRAMMER LESSON 4	Discussion of HW Writing test 4 discussion Grammar worksheet- Home Work
PRACTICE
PRACTICE

The student can select from the following options

1. SAT One-to -one training:

At a pace that the student can cope with.
Systematic training schedule.
Regular appraisals.
Enhancement of subject skills.

Course plan:

Planned over 8 to 10 2-hour sessions.
2 sessions per week – completed in 5-6 weeks.
Followed by 2 weeks of mock tests.

2. SAT Group training:

Theory, practice and testing.
Regular appraisals.
Interface with parents.
Mock tests.
Problem-solving sessions.
Score/subject skill enhancement guaranteed.

Course plan:

8 to 10 2-hour sessions.
2 sessions per week -completed in 5-6 weeks.
Followed by 2 weeks of mock tests.

FAQ's about NEW SAT

Are SAT Scores important?

The importance of SAT scores differs from school to school. Colleges also consider high school grade point averages/academic transcript, letters of recommendation, interview results, and personal essays when deciding on admissions. Also, almost all colleges and universities in the U.S. accept ACT scores in lieu of SAT scores. As a result, the importance of the SAT on an applicant’s profile depends on what else the applicant is submitting to the schools.

Can SAT scores be canceled?

Yes. If you want to cancel your SAT scores, you must request the test administrator for a “Request to Cancel Test Scores” form. After the request has been submitted, scores cannot be restored or reported to any college or university.

How can I register for the SAT?

The registration deadlines are just about 5 weeks before each exam date. Online registrations are done at www.collegeboard.com. This is the most efficient way to register.

Is a calculator allowed?

Yes, in the second section of Math, a calculator can be used.

What is the validity of the test scores?

The SAT scores are valid for 2 years.

Out of how much is the New SAT?

1600 is the maximum score in the New SAT.

Is there penalty for guessing on SAT?

Students need not worry about guessing incorrectly as there is no penalty for wrong answers in the New SAT. Hence, it is good to attempt all questions.

Does the optional essay affect the other scores?

No. It is not part of the average score. The essay is graded on a scale of 2 -8.

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“My trainers worked really hard with me initially in order to bring me up to a certain competitive level. Once they had achieved that, they reinvented the class plan to make it more rigorous and in the process pushed me beyond my expectations to achieve really high scores. The one-to-one course I opted for was outstanding and my very high scores on the SAT and Subject SATs secured me admission to 4 schools in the US.”
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