Class Goals:

1. Reading comprehension: Classes help students improve their ability to understand and analyze texts.
2. Writing and language skills: Students learn about grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and improving written expression.
3. Vocabulary: Prep classes emphasize improving vocabulary, particularly for high-utility academic words.
4. Rhetoric and analysis: Students learn to evaluate texts rhetorically and understand author’s purpose and perspective. 

Course Highlights: Dr. Hostutler provides focused study plans such as identifying students’ strengths and weaknesses through diagnostic tests and assessments, design personalized schedules and assign targeted practice to help students focus on areas needing improvement. Dr. Hostutler is outstandingly knowledgeable about the SAT/ACT content and provide effective teaching techniques suitable for different learning styles. She shares insights into the exam’s patterns, shortcuts, and common mistakes. 

In summary, our SAT/ACT Reading and Writing prep class aims to improve your students’ performance on the SAT/ACT by: 

• Providing structured learning and tailored study plans.
• Offering expert instruction and test-taking strategies.
• Building familiarity with the exam format and reducing anxiety.
• Providing access to practice tests and other resources.
• Developing critical reading and writing skills.