The beginning of a new school year is brimming with anticipation and excitement. However, as the initial euphoria subsides and the rigors of academic life settle in, some students may encounter challenges that were not immediately apparent. Recognizing the need...

The college entry essay is more than just a written submission; it’s an opportunity. It’s your chance to showcase who you are beyond grades, scores, and extracurriculars. A well-crafted essay can make a significant difference in the admission process, potentially...

The Scholastic Assessment Test, or SAT, is a crucial milestone in the academic journey of many high school students. Acing this test can open doors to renowned universities and pave the path for a fruitful career. But how do you...

Welcome, brave academic adventurer! We’re about to embark on a quest to explore how effective tutoring techniques can dramatically boost your standardized test scores. Now, before you start imagining that this journey will be akin to deciphering the Rosetta Stone,...

As high school students embark on the path to higher education, they are often met with the formidable challenge of standardized tests. These tests, while designed to evaluate a broad spectrum of skills and knowledge, pose several distinct challenges. The...

In the academic journey of high school students, few rites of passage are as laden with anticipation, stress, and significance as standardized tests. These exams, like the SAT or ACT, stand as gatekeepers between the diligent student and their dream...

Alex I’m joined today by Rana Slosberg. In addition to a Bachelor of Science degree in systems engineering from New York University, Rana has an independent educational consultant certificate from University of California, Irvine. She established her organization, Slosberg College...

Alex What do you think the future of education looks like for students with anxiety? And how has the global pandemic sort of changed that?  Ellen It’s really hard for me to know exactly how the global pandemic has changed...

Alex Now, you mentioned there the kids with sort of slower processing speeds and results of anxiety with that, and then the kids with higher processing speeds and different forms of anxiety with that. What are the treatments look like?...

Alex So your other book, Straight Talk About Psychological Testing for Kids, does a deep dive on how psychological testing works and how parents can use it to help their kids. Could you talk about this a little bit? Specifically,...