How to Eliminate Multiple-Choice Answer Choices Like a Pro

How to Eliminate Multiple-Choice Answer Choices Like a Pro As test-takers, weve all encountered difficult questions and questions we just dont know the answer to. Weve also come across questions whose answers seem to be at the tip of our tongue, but we just cant decide between two or more choices. Here are some strategies you can use that will help you eliminate multiple-choice answer choices in smart and effective ways. 1. Reread to better understand the question Before eliminating any answer choices, make sure you understand the question to the best of your ability. If youre able to, highlight, underline, and/or circle key words in the question to make sure you dont miss any significant parts. Look for words like not or except that would flip the entire meaning of a question. In addition, look for possible answer choices like all of the above and none of the above. Knowing the question, as well as the layout of your answers, can help you better understand what to look for and prevent careless mistakes. [RELATED: Important Habits of Effective Test-Takers] 2. Take away any obviously wrong answers Begin by eliminating any answers that you just know are wrong. This may not happen in every case; sometimes youre not sure if any choices are wrong, and thats okay. If you do, though, take advantage of mentally or physically crossing said answer(s) out on the page. This will help you focus solely on the remaining answers and increase your chances of choosing the right answer from those still left. 3. Look for absolutes Check your answer choices for words like never, all, every, always, or none. These are likely not to be the correct answer. This is not to say that every answer that includes absolute words is incorrect (so keep on a lookout!), its more that they often do not allow for subtlety or complexity as other answers often do, and they can be extreme. 4. Check for unrelated or extreme information In the same breath, youll want to look for answer choices that are outliers. If the answer choice seems like a true statement, greatbut make sure it is definitely related to the question. Sometimes, writers of tests can trick students into choosing an answer that seems correct, but has little to do with the question. At the same time, look for answers that offer extreme information. Often, theres one answer choice that seems very different from the rest. This one is often incorrect, as tests are more about having you discern between a few very similar answer choices, rather than choosing one obviously right answer. 5. Use information from other questions to help If youve already eliminated one or more choices, but are still not sure which of the remaining is correct, skip and come back. Sometimes, later questions can illuminate this one question youre struggling with. A reading passage or even an answer choice from a different question can offer information that can help you, or at the very least, jog your memory. When youre struggling with how to eliminate multiple-choice answer choices, dont fret! As calmly as you can, begin eliminating answers. Keep in mind that some tests do not penalize you for wrong answers (like the new 2016 SAT), while other tests deduct points (or a fraction of points) from wrong answers, so that can help you decide whether to make an educated guess or leave a question blank. Good luck!

Tips for Helping Children Change Schools

Tips for Helping Children Change Schools This post is part of our 2017 Back-to-School Series. Throughout the month of August, visit the Varsity Tutors blog for back-to-school advice, tips, and tricks for all ages. Even at the beginning of the school year, changing schools can be a nerve-racking experience for families. Any new activity or scenario that disrupts a comfortable routine can be rife with uncertainty and fear. However, it can also be an exciting opportunity rich with rewards. Tips for helping children change schools can include attending back-to-school nights as a family, reading up on any necessary pre-school year material, and reaching out to other parents in your new school community. Changing schools is a shift for parents and students alike. Knowing how to handle this change as a team can help it go more smoothly. Here are tips for helping children transition into a new school, broken down for entire family units, parents, and students: Tips for helping children change schoolsfor the family Is there a back-to-school event hosted by the school before the year begins? If so, make an effort to attend it as a family. Your child may feel more comfortable in their new environment when surrounded by loved ones. Parents may also feel more comfortable seeing where their child will be spending most of their time. It may seem like a small step, but it can make a big difference. If there are siblings attending the same school, it might be worthwhile to have a discussion with them to ensure that family members will support one another at school. [RELATED: 5 Questions to Ask Your Students New Teacher] Tips for helping children change schoolsfor parents Starting a new school can be just as scary for the parents as it is for the children. There are many things to navigate, including: New parents New policies New teachers. Give yourself a leg up, and read all of the material provided to you prior to the school year. Having that knowledge will help you in the year to come. Are there any school parents you can connect with in your community or online before the school year starts? It may also be helpful to hear other parents perspectives. They may even give you some key tips. [RELATED: 4 Ways Parents Can Help Middle School Students Succeed] Tips for helping children change schoolsfor students A new school can be overwhelming, but it doesnt have to be! Youre in a unique position to make some great new friends and to learn a lot. If youre starting at a new middle or high school, you might be in the same position as everyone elseyoure all new, so embrace it! Everyone is learning, and its okay to ask questions. Its also okay to not know how to do things. It will get easier. If youre starting at a new school and youre one of a few new students, youre in luck. Students are usually happy to show you around. Take advantage of that, and have fun meeting your new classmates. Sometimes it can be hard to know what to talk about right when you meet new friends. But since youre coming off the summer months, it could be fun to talk about your favorite summer activity or a movie you saw. Also feel free to ask them questions. Sometimes making new friends can feel overwhelming. When that happens, it could be helpful to focus on other fun aspects of your new school. Its going to be great to learn new games at recess and to check out some interesting books that your old schools library didnt have. Maybe your computer lab has a fascinating game that you have never played before. There are lots of positive aspects to be on the lookout for at your new school. A few weeks before school starts, it might be helpful to begin getting into the swing of things school-wise. Start a more regular sleep schedule so youll be at your best come the first day of school. Make sure youre reading and brushing up on your math skills. That way, you can act confidently in your new classroom. And rememberyour new school is lucky to have you. [RELATED: The Ultimate Guide to Backpack Essentials] Finally, keep an open mind. You never know what will surprise you throughout this new experience. Any topics you want to know more about? Let us know! The Varsity Tutors Blog editors love hearing your feedback and opinions. Feel free to email us at blog@varsitytutors.com.

The Myth of Multitasking

The Myth of Multitasking “Supertutor” Mark Maclaine is Tutorfair's Co-founder and Director of Learning. Mark is currently working on his new book which is based on a series of real life clients and the experiences he has gained over his many years of tutoring. The first snippet of this series looks at how tutors can create engaging and memorable lessons and also examines how effective multitasking  really is.   The Myth of multitasking Simon had been struggling to get his homework done on time, and his grades were slipping. His parents complained to the school that he was getting too much homework, and they called my tutor friend Andrea to help. In their first lesson, Simon insisted on putting music on in the background. Suddenly his mobile phone chirped with a message. Andrea protested and Simon said “It’s ok, I can multitask.” He stopped writing and responded to the message. In the next few minutes his computer screen lit up with a few more messages and he answered his brother on the home intercom. By the end of the hour he had done less than half of what they’d expected to cover. The  Science behind multitasking   He believed that he could multitask without a dip in productivity but his brain did not play along. The sticking point was the anterior prefrontal cortex, the brain’s control centre. It monitors activity within brain and information from the external world, and decides what is most urgent and relevant at a given moment. Then it activates and suppresses appropriate parts of the brain so the information can be processed. This is what happened in Simon’s brain as he started to write his essay and then got interrupted: In the time it took Simon to respond to the message, the information relevant to his writing had faded somewhat, or had been replaced by information from the message. Thus, returning to the task, he virtually had to start over: “Now, where was I?” Switching tasks releases dopamine, which serves to momentarily increase brain performance, and also makes multitasking a bit addictive. Researchers at Stanford University spent years looking into the benefits of multitasking, and failed to find a single one. They concluded that if you attempt to do two tasks at the same time it takes about 50% longer than if you do them sequentially. Moreover, in numerical and letter-based tasks you are likely to make twice as many errors. Top tips to help your students leave multitasking behind   Hide mobile phones from view: researchers from the University of Texas found that people who had a smartphone within view are worse at conducting tasks and remembering information. If devices have to be used, notifications should be turned off, and they should only be checked at set times Have students ask family and friends not to disturb them when they’re working. Take regular breaks (to avoid boredom which can lead to the desire for distraction)

Freshman Year Survival Tips

Freshman Year Survival Tips Goodbye, middle school; hello, high school! The adventure that is secondary education certainly comes with much excitement and trepidation.Eileen Huntington ofHuntington Learning Center says that while starting high school is a big change, there are many things parents can do to help their teens make a successful transition. This is a time when children become young adults and the school experience reflects that, she says. Freshman year sets the stage, so its important that parents help their children get off on the right foot. Here are several tips to help your teen ease into freshman year successfully and lay the foundation for a great high school experience: Commit to good organization. If your teen has previously struggled to stay organized, now is the time to get more serious about this essential skill. Set up routines at home like five-minute sessions at the beginning and ending of homework time to neaten the workspace, organize the backpack and get mentally prepared for the next day. Encourage your child to embrace tools like a planner or homework app, and consider color-coded folders or notebooks for each subject to minimize time spent finding notes and important papers. Talk about grades. Grades always matter, but in high school they are especially important. This is because students immediately start building their cumulative GPA, which is one of the top factors college admissions officers consider when evaluating applicants. Talk with your teen about why poor decisions lead to poor grades, which are harder to recover from when college is on the horizon in just a few years. Practice self-advocacy. On that note, because grades have a lasting impact in high school, its critical that your teen gets help as soon as he or she encounters trouble in a class. Set the expectation this year that its time for your teen to take ownership of the academic experience, which starts with making school the top priority, keeping up with homework and studying, and asking the teacher for help when he or she is confused or struggling to keep up. Take control of time management. High school is a whole new ballgame with multiple classes, different teacher expectations, extracurricular activities and more. Encourage your teen to strive for balance by scheduling absolutely everything, keeping on top of the daily to-do list and knowing his or her limits. The planner should become your teens best friendencourage him or her to put all test, homework and other important dates on the calendar and plan out time for the most essential tasks every day. Last but not least,Huntington reminds parents that keeping open lines of communication with their teens is essential. Its so important to share with new high school students that theres nothing to be ashamed of if challenges arise this year or anytime throughout high school, she says. Let your teen know that youre always there for support, no matter what. Having a solid family support system plus a positive outlook will help your teen survive and thrive as a freshman and for the rest of high school. To learn more about how to help your teen succeed in high school, call Huntington at 1-800-CAN-LEARN. About Huntington Huntington is the tutoring and test prep leader.Its certified tutors provide individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams.Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards.Founded in 1977, Huntingtons mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn how Huntington can help at www.huntingtonhelps.com. For franchise opportunities please visit www.huntingtonfranchise.com. 2017 Huntington Mark, LLC. Huntington Learning Center, the three-leaf logo, and 1 800 CAN LEARN are registered trademarks of Huntington Mark, LLC. Each franchised Huntington Learning Center is operated under a franchise agreement with Huntington Learning Centers, Inc.

What Defines a Modern Library

What Defines a Modern Library If it was allowed to drink tea and wrap myself in a blanket in the library I would definitely live there! Do you like to visit libraries and get new ideas? I hope so, I definitely do! But do we know a lot about them? Is modern library the same as the first library in the world?   The first libraries consisted of archives of the earliest form of writingâ€"the clay tablets discovered in Sumer, some dating back to 2600 BC. Private or personal libraries consisted of written books appeared in classical Greece in the 5th century BC. It is obviously that today library is not the same thing as it was many years ago.  Today we can find there much more then just usual paper books. Modern libraries are  more than just a  quiet studying space  for students. Some of them offer us different workshops and courses outside of formal, graded coursework, research materials.  Today, libraries are incubators for innovation, the great forums of modern times, where great minds congregate to learn and discover. They help to find many interesting friends and start to think outside the box. Today, we have not just private libraries that are open just for kings and queens â€" now there are  public,  budgetary,  municipal, personal (family)  and  training  libraries. Can you believe it? What a great variety! My family, for example, has great personal library, it consist of many old and modern books. I have not read all of them yet, but I will. Also, I visit public library twice a week. How often do you visit your local public library? Jorge Luis Borges, famous   Argentine writer, once said: I have always imagined that Paradise will be a kind of library. There are many people in the world that like going to the libraries. Children, teenagers, adults and pensioners, poor and rich people, well-educated people and people without any education â€" different people enjoy using libraries!  Why? Well, its probably the best place to study or work in quiet and comfortable atmosphere, surf the internet, read unusual, uncommon and very old books, enjoy spending time on cool workshops and courses.  As  one famous  Russian historian and literary critic, teacher  and humanist Dmitry Likhachev said: If as a result of any disaster all centers of education and culture disappeared from the earth and the world had nothing but libraries  the world and people still would be able to revive. Library is a center of culture,  information and ideas. Modern libraries  mean a lot for humanity and even if they become more and more computerized and virtual, they are still unbelievably helpful, useful and important. And, of course,  we remember that libraries are very important and useful place  for tutors and their students. It is so comfortable for all of us to study in  neutral  place  that can offer us free wi-fi, computers, great diverse books and other services. If you are a student looking for a  tutor to help you with any subject â€" use TutorZ.com. And if you are a tutor, please, tell us if you like to have classes at libraries or not, why? If you are not in our team yet but you want to become a tutor here youll see how to become a TutorZ tutor.

8 Reasons Applicants Fail to Get into the College of Their Choice

8 Reasons Applicants Fail to Get into the College of Their Choice Getting Into College is Hard, Getting into the College of Your Choice is Even Harder It’s the time of year when many students are starting their college search (let our Irvine in-home college consultants help). If you are starting your junior year in high school then this is the year that you will need to make some really big decisions about your future. For seniors, it’s time to finish up all of those applications and send them out in a few short months. Many students get into the college of their choice and most get into college somewhere, but many students find that they get a letter from their dream school that reads “We regret to inform you”. These words are devastating and can make any student feel like their hard work didn’t pay off. The first question that will pop into anyone’s head is, “why”. So let’s find out. Reason 1 You didn’t do adequate research It is extremely important to do extensive research about the colleges that you want to attend prior to starting the application process. This amount of in depth research can become overwhelming very quickly and that’s why many students don’t follow through with it. This can also become overwhelming for parents as their hearts are closely tied with your happiness. Regardless, you will need to know what your potential colleges expect from you in order to have a chance at acceptance. I recommend having a college counseling consultant come to your home and help you navigate this process. If you say “I want to go out of state but I don’t like cold weather but I do like big universities and I might want to study English literature but my parents really want me to go into business or medicine”, a college counselor can take that statement and turn it into a list of potential places that will fit your needs (READ: Ask a Nerd! Just Started College and Im Overwhelmed, What do I do?). Reason 2 You weren’t realistic Many students want to apply to top tier and Ivy League schools. I say go for it. However, be realistic about the realities of being accepted to these schools. Put these types of applications in the “Hey wouldn’t that be awesome” pile instead of in the “I will definitely get in there” pile. Schools like Harvard and Yale can pick and choose not only from the nation’s best but also from the world’s best applicants. When I say ‘best’, I mean the best fit. Perhaps this year they will be looking for leadership while perhaps in two years time they will be looking for creativity and uniqueness. We don’t really know nor will we ever as the acceptance process in entirely confidential. However, some things are rather transparent. If you wish to attend these types of schools you will need the following (at a minimum): Nearly perfect SAT scores Nearly perfect grades A larger than life, fantastic essay Original and sincere community service Something that makes you stand out from other applicants I recommend that you shoot for the moon but be realistic about what the schools that you are applying to expect of the ‘average’ applicant. Reason 3 You looked at colleges too late If you are entering your junior year, you should be looking at colleges as soon as on the calendar-conveniently after the SAT- as a good time to start your search. Narrow it down you settle in to your first month of school. Mark October 15th by region, state, type of school, degrees offered etc in order to get it down to your 10. If you are starting your senior year, then you are behind in your timeline. If this is the case, then open another tab in your computer and start looking right now. If you are entering into your sophomore year then you have plenty of time but it certainly doesn’t hurt to start thinking about what you might want in a college at this point in time. Think about whether you would enjoy a big campus or a small, easy to navigate, college. Think about what region of the country you might like to live in for 4 years and what you want to study (READ: Five Tips For Your College Entrance Essay). If you choose a college too late in the game, you may find that you should have done something back in sophomore year (but you are now a senior) or that you needed better scores on your SAT or ACT but there is not enough time to raise them to get that top score. Start early. Your 10 schools (not an exact number) should include the following: 1. At least 2-3 colleges that you feel totally confident that you can get into (often called ‘safety’ schools). Your SAT score should be at least 100 points above these schools’ accepted average and your GPA should be well above what they are looking for. This ensures that you will be able to attend college somewhere right after high school. (Hint: Do not make UC Berkeley your ‘safety’ school. This is not realistic.) 2. At least 2 schools that you really want to attend and that would make your dreams come true but are, perhaps, also everyone else’s dream and/or extremely hard to get into. Don’t sell yourself short. If you meet the minimum qualifications for Stanford University and you desperately want to go there, take the time to send out an application. The only way to truly fail is to never have tried (CLICK: Hardest Colleges to Get Into). 3. About 5 schools for which you are the ‘average’ applicant. This means that you meet the minimum qualifications but these schools have at least a 30%-40% acceptance rate. (Do your research ahead of time as mentioned above). These will be your ‘mid range’ schools and most students end up attending a university or college in this category. Make sure that you pick schools that you have a genuine interest in attending. Go visit the campuses and get a feel for the culture and community. Reason 4 You didn’t plan enough time for adequate study College prep is now a reality for all college-bound high school students. It is not simply a Saturday in October or June and a few applications (Although it was never really just that). College prep generally starts the summer prior to junior year and continues until the receipt of acceptance letters. It is important, crucial actually that you leave adequate study time. Students can potentially improve their initial SAT score by 300+ points but only with hours upon hours of test prep and practice exams (READ: 5 Awesome SAT Apps). Students can also write and re-write and edit and re-edit college entrance essays but all of this takes an immense amount of time. If you are starting your junior year, it’s time to make a plan and a timeline. If you are having trouble doing this yourself, then ask your tutor or a college counselor to help you through the process. But, whatever you do, don’t put this off (READ: College Textbooks: The Struggle is Real). Reason 5 Too many other applicants fit your profile In some cases you may have done everything right. You scored 150 points higher than needed on the SAT and you took 4 AP classes and scored a 4 or 5 on all of the exams. You did more than was required for your community service hours and you wrote a stellar entrance essay. Colleges like diversity in their student body and, if there were hundreds of students who happened to do similar types of community service or hail from the same state or for some other reason were similar to you, the admissions committee may put some similar students’ applications in the “no” pile. Why does a student get an acceptance letter to Stanford but a rejection from UCLA? Who knows. Reason 6 Your entrance essay did not make you stand out as an individual The college entrance essay makes the SAT and ACT essays look like a walk in the park. Your essay must be well written, original and unique, be a true representation of you and create a positive response in the reader. The majority of students that I talk to are totally on board with SAT study but never mention any concern for their essay. Do not think of this as an afterthought. Countless students go from the ‘maybe’ pile to the ‘yes’ or ‘no’ pile based on their essay. Reason 7 The luck of the draw I know that this seems depressing but sometimes it’s just a matter of luck. Most universities are impacted and the reality is that some students just get cut from the roster. Universities aren’t going to tell you, or any of us, why or how they make their final decisions. That’s why it is so important to apply to several schools that you are interested in. Reason 8 You didn’t really want to go to that school in the first place If you don’t really, really want to go to a certain school, it will probably show in your application process. Universities can usually tell when an applicant isn’t that interested in their school or if they are your second choice. With so many students choosing any given school as their first choice, why would a college accept a student who doesn’t have their heart in it? All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at info@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us post about. The beginning of a new school year is crucial for establishing a strong academic performance. In other words, if your child wants to reach his or her potential, they can’t fall behind from the start. Hiring an Orange County private tutor is much more than extra academic help, it’s a confidence boost. Have your child be the first to raise their hand in the classroom by hiring a college educated tutor from TutorNerds. Contact us today!

This Young Student Gets Competitive With Her Math Skills

This Young Student Gets Competitive With Her Math Skills This Young Student Gets Competitive With Her Math Skills Zoha, 11-years-old, Level H Math, Level J Reading Before even entering middle school, 11-year-old Zoha is already analyzing pieces of literature, such as Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. While she’s well on her way to completing the Kumon Reading Program, she’s also studying above grade level in math as she’s working on Algebra I concepts in the Kumon Math Program. Having been enrolled in Kumon since the age of four, Zoha has had many valuable takeaways that have made a lasting positive impact on her academic success. Zoha credits Kumon for helping her learn new concepts in and out of the classroom, including learning to play guitar and piano. “Kumon has helped me improve my time management and organization,” said Zoha. “I can figure out how to do particular things, such as learn an instrument in the most efficient way.” Zoha loves a good challenge and has taken her academic skills to the competitive level. In 2016, Zoha competed in Math Kangaroo and placed 2nd in the state of Tennessee, and 16th in the United States. Math Kangaroo prides themselves on developing the math ability of young students across the nation and giving them the confidence to do so. She is also proud to say she placed third at the individual and team level in the Perennial Math Competition. Perennial Math inspires and challenges advanced math students in a fun competition. Outside of the classroom, Zoha loves reading, writing poetry, cats, gymnastics, and playing guitar or piano. Zoha’s future aspirations include becoming an oncologist for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, the leading hospital in the treatment and research of childhood cancer. Zoha’s accomplishments were recognized as she was one of 55 students selected to attend the 2018 Kumon Student Conference in Calgary, Canada. We had the opportunity to speak to Zoha about her Kumon journey thus far. How has Kumon helped you academically? Kumon has helped me because I have learned concepts in both math and reading before I was taught them in school. This has allowed me to apply what I learned in Kumon and understand it more easily. What do you enjoy most about Kumon? I enjoy reading the books from Kumon. I think they are very interesting books to read in my spare time. If you could sum up your Kumon experience in one word, what would it be? Worthwhile. What is the most beneficial thing you’ve learned in Kumon? I think the most beneficial thing I’ve learned in Kumon has been fractions. Kumon explained fractions in a way that I can easily understand. Fractions were once my enemy, now they are one of my friends. What did it mean to you attending the Student Conference? It meant a lot to attend the Student Conference. I was really honored that out of all the students that applied, I was one of the students that was selected. I was happy that I got to meet so many people who are just like me. What advice do you have for other Kumon Students? Time management is critical in achieving goals such as J by 6. You will need to be dedicated in finishing your work in the amount of time, with accuracy and independence. Discover even more student success stories. You might also be interested in: SUCCESS IN KUMON INSPIRED THIS YOUNG STUDENT TO EXCEL IN THE POOL Wanting To Make A Difference In The World, This Young Student Has Her Sights Set On Politics Discover How This Young Student Has Gained Independence in Math This Young Kumon Student Learned To Love New Challenges in Math This Young Student Gets Competitive With Her Math Skills This Young Student Gets Competitive With Her Math Skills Zoha, 11-years-old, Level H Math, Level J Reading Before even entering middle school, 11-year-old Zoha is already analyzing pieces of literature, such as Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. While she’s well on her way to completing the Kumon Reading Program, she’s also studying above grade level in math as she’s working on Algebra I concepts in the Kumon Math Program. Having been enrolled in Kumon since the age of four, Zoha has had many valuable takeaways that have made a lasting positive impact on her academic success. Zoha credits Kumon for helping her learn new concepts in and out of the classroom, including learning to play guitar and piano. “Kumon has helped me improve my time management and organization,” said Zoha. “I can figure out how to do particular things, such as learn an instrument in the most efficient way.” Zoha loves a good challenge and has taken her academic skills to the competitive level. In 2016, Zoha competed in Math Kangaroo and placed 2nd in the state of Tennessee, and 16th in the United States. Math Kangaroo prides themselves on developing the math ability of young students across the nation and giving them the confidence to do so. She is also proud to say she placed third at the individual and team level in the Perennial Math Competition. Perennial Math inspires and challenges advanced math students in a fun competition. Outside of the classroom, Zoha loves reading, writing poetry, cats, gymnastics, and playing guitar or piano. Zoha’s future aspirations include becoming an oncologist for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, the leading hospital in the treatment and research of childhood cancer. Zoha’s accomplishments were recognized as she was one of 55 students selected to attend the 2018 Kumon Student Conference in Calgary, Canada. We had the opportunity to speak to Zoha about her Kumon journey thus far. How has Kumon helped you academically? Kumon has helped me because I have learned concepts in both math and reading before I was taught them in school. This has allowed me to apply what I learned in Kumon and understand it more easily. What do you enjoy most about Kumon? I enjoy reading the books from Kumon. I think they are very interesting books to read in my spare time. If you could sum up your Kumon experience in one word, what would it be? Worthwhile. What is the most beneficial thing you’ve learned in Kumon? I think the most beneficial thing I’ve learned in Kumon has been fractions. Kumon explained fractions in a way that I can easily understand. Fractions were once my enemy, now they are one of my friends. What did it mean to you attending the Student Conference? It meant a lot to attend the Student Conference. I was really honored that out of all the students that applied, I was one of the students that was selected. I was happy that I got to meet so many people who are just like me. What advice do you have for other Kumon Students? Time management is critical in achieving goals such as J by 6. You will need to be dedicated in finishing your work in the amount of time, with accuracy and independence. Discover even more student success stories. You might also be interested in: SUCCESS IN KUMON INSPIRED THIS YOUNG STUDENT TO EXCEL IN THE POOL Wanting To Make A Difference In The World, This Young Student Has Her Sights Set On Politics Discover How This Young Student Has Gained Independence in Math This Young Kumon Student Learned To Love New Challenges in Math