PSAT & Scholarship Foundations
This level introduces students to the fundamentals of PSAT preparation and scholarship strategies, focusing on building a strong foundation for future success in obtaining scholarships and gaining confidence.
Learning Objectives
To build a foundation for PSAT preparation and scholarship strategies, enhancing students' confidence and potential for future success.
Chapters
Strategies for building confidence and maintaining a positive mindset throughout the preparation process.
Goal:Increase self-confidence and maintain a positive attitude.
Reflecting on past achievements to boost confidence.
What self-confidence is and why it is important for success.
Using positive self-talk to boost confidence.
How to set and achieve small goals to build confidence.
Techniques for visualizing success to increase confidence.
Strategies for overcoming setbacks and maintaining confidence.
The importance of having a support network and how to build one.
Practicing mindfulness and relaxation techniques to reduce stress.
Adopting a mindset of continuous improvement and learning.
Learn about the purpose and structure of the PSAT and its role in scholarship opportunities.
Goal:Understand the basics of the PSAT and its importance.
An overview of the PSAT, including its purpose and benefits.
Understanding the PSAT's format, including sections and timing.
How the PSAT is scored and what the results mean.
Why starting PSAT preparation early benefits students.
Learn about the National Merit Scholarship Program and its requirements.
Discuss how the PSAT fits into college readiness plans.
How to set realistic and achievable goals for the PSAT.
Explore resources available for PSAT preparation.
Guide on how to create a personalized PSAT study plan.
This chapter covers the basics of scholarships, including types, applications, and eligibility criteria.
Goal:Gain foundational knowledge about scholarships.
Learn about scholarships and why they are valuable for students.
Explore different types of scholarships available for students.
Understand common eligibility criteria for scholarships.
Strategies for finding scholarships that suit your profile.
Overview of the scholarship application process.
Tips and techniques for writing effective scholarship essays.
How to obtain strong recommendation letters for scholarships.
Prepare for potential scholarship interviews.
Identify and avoid common scholarship scams.
Review basic math concepts that are essential for the PSAT.
Goal:Strengthen foundational math skills for the PSAT.
Basics of operations with numbers including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Introduction to algebraic concepts such as variables and equations.
Working with fractions and decimals in mathematical problems.
Understanding and solving problems involving ratios and proportions.
Calculating and understanding percentages in various contexts.
Introduction to geometric shapes and properties.
Reading and interpreting data from charts and graphs.
Strategies for solving math word problems effectively.
Introduction to probability concepts and simple calculations.
Develop essential reading skills for tackling the reading section of the PSAT.
Goal:Improve reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.
Learn how to identify the main ideas and details in a passage.
Understanding why an author writes a text and the tone used.
Using context clues to understand unfamiliar words.
Making logical inferences based on text information.
Skills for comparing and contrasting ideas within and between texts.
Understanding how to recognize and follow the structure of a text.
Techniques for summarizing reading passages accurately.
Recognizing and evaluating arguments in texts.
Techniques to enhance reading speed while maintaining comprehension.
Review essential grammar and writing skills for the PSAT writing section.
Goal:Build a strong foundation in grammar and writing skills.
Understanding the basic parts of speech in English grammar.
Learn about different types of sentence structures and their usage.
The proper use of punctuation marks in writing.
Ensuring subjects and verbs agree in number and person.
Correct usage of pronouns in sentences.
Using modifiers correctly to enhance writing.
Understanding and applying parallel structure in writing.
Techniques for writing clearly and concisely.
Introduction to structuring and writing essays.
Learn effective strategies for taking standardized tests like the PSAT.
Goal:Develop effective test-taking strategies.
Strategies for managing time effectively during tests.
Techniques for eliminating incorrect answers on multiple-choice tests.
Importance of reading and understanding test instructions.
Strategies to reduce and manage test anxiety.
When and how to make educated guesses on tests.
Tips for reviewing answers before submitting a test.
Familiarizing with different test formats and question types.
Improving focus and concentration during exams.
Practicing under conditions similar to the actual test environment.
Realtime audio conversation for interactive session.
Interactive realtime chat session.
Live whiteboard explanation and collaboration.
Real-time wide variety of examples.
Continuous assessment and feedback.
Progress monitoring and record progress journey.
Broadcast session with larger audience for free.
Attend audience queries and provide responses.