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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
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Everything you need is included.
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Other Materials Optional
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The PSAT is a standardized
test given primarily to high school juniors to give them a “preliminary” idea
of how well they could do on the SAT. The test is also used to determine which
students are eligible for the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
(NMSQT). The PSAT (and the PSAT 8/9, PSAT 10, and SAT) is designed (according
to the College Board) to reflect how prepared you are for college and the
working world.
This book is divided into
five parts:
Practice
Test 1 – This gives you an idea of your
strengths and weaknesses. This is located in the book and also online.
Additional tests 2 and 3 are online; students are encouraged to use these as follow-ups
after completing the instruction.
General
testing strategies that help you know how to
approach the test and will improve your score.
Question-specific
problem-solving instruction explains each problem and
how to logic to the best answer.
Content
chapters help enhance understanding, along with
test-taking tactics for reading, writing, basic and advanced math, grammar, and
rhetorical questions.
Drill
answers and explanations to the content chapters.
A lesson plan is provided
for completing this book in 10 sessions. Includes key information and advice
about National Merit Scholarships and the College Board’s BigFuture
Scholarships. Answers for the Practice Test 1 are found on page 94. Pb, 440
pgs.
~Amber
Publisher's Description of Princeton Review PSAT/NMSQT Prep 2025
THE PRINCETON REVIEW GETS RESULTS. Get all the prep you need to ace the Digital PSAT/NMSQT with 3 full-length practice tests (including adaptive online practice), thorough PSAT topic reviews, and everything you need to know about National Merit Scholarships.
Techniques That Actually Work • Time-saving tips to help you effectively tackle the exam • Problem-solving tactics demonstrated on the trickiest test questions • Point-earning strategies for multiple-choice questions
Everything You Need for a High Score • Up-to-date information on the all-digital PSAT/NMSQT • Comprehensive review for every section of the test • Key information and advice about National Merit Scholarships and the College Board’s Opportunity Scholarships • Special section on additional math topics to ensure you have all the practice and review you need
Practice Your Way to Perfection • 3 full-length online practice tests (1 in book, 2 section-adaptive tests online) with detailed answer explanations • Additional drill questions throughout the book • Targeted math drills for geometry, quadratic equations, functions, and more
