Academic Fitness SAT/PSAT/ACT (Weekly Reader)

by Fogware Publishing

Product Features

• Test Prep: Diagnose problem areas and sharpen the skills needed to master the SAT, PSAT, and ACT
• Math Curriculum: Helps master everything from Algebra to Calculus. Ensures you are fully prepared for the SAT, PSAT, and ACT!
• Interactive Tutorials: Simulates actual classroom instruction to help you gain confidence and perform better on tests
• Rapid Calculation Method: A multi-media tutorial that teaches how to do complex calculations without the need of paper, pencil or a calculator, building math confidence for timed exams
• Multi-Sensory Teaching Method: This approach combines visual aids, audio, and text to teach the lessons which benefits all types of learners

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00282Z4WC
• Item model number: 94950
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 22, 2009
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,225 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)
  • #30 in Software > Education & Reference > Test Preparation

Product Description

Academic Fitness SAT, PSAT & ACT Bootcamp from Weekly Reader levels the test-prep playing field for all students and gives you the edge you need to earn high SAT, PSAT, and ACT test scores! The software makes preparing for the SAT, PSAT, and ACT tests easy with a 5 Step Process that provides test tips and techniques as well as isolates problem areas through diagnostic testing. Academic Fitness SAT, PSAT & ACT Bootcamp pinpoints your weak skill areas and provides focused remediation with lessons and quizzes. The basis of the program stems from a simple and effective 5 Step Process: Step 1: Understand the Test. You’ll get familiarized with all aspects of the test format, thus alleviating test anxiety and allowing you to focus on each question. Step 2: Take a Full Length Test: Take a test under realistic conditions to ensure that you receive a precise diagnosis that results in an accurate understanding of your weakest skills. Step 3: Score and Analyze. Enter your answers into the program and receive a detailed Skills Feedback Report which identifies the specific skills you need to work on. Step 4: Review Skill Deficiencies. Once you discover your weakest skills, review them with lessons and quizzes specifically targeting your needs. Step 5: Rework the Diagnostic Test. In the final step, go back and rework the questions you get wrong and develop test-taking strategies. This critical step helps build confidence and ensures test-taking success. Academic Fitness SAT, PSAT & ACT Bootcamp also includes extensive math curriculum including: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Rapid Calculation Method, Statistics, Probability, Computer Skills: Excel, and Introduction to Java.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Presents incorrect historical information, June 7, 2010

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A. F. "World Traveler" (Elk Grove, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Academic Fitness SAT/PSAT/ACT (Weekly Reader) (DVD-ROM)

I just received the software and am displeased with some of the contents, specifically the Video Learning system. As I watched the video on America, then and now, I saw so many historical inaccuracies that I would not recommend showing the video DVD at all. The Britannica DVD comes with a Free trial but other than that the info can be found free on the internet. I think that the only thing that it is good for is the testing software.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Difficult to use, July 15, 2010

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Steven J Gagliardi - See all my reviews

This review is from: Academic Fitness SAT/PSAT/ACT (Weekly Reader) (DVD-ROM)

This program is very difficult to follow. Much of the material resides on-line and the links do not always work. Even worse is that the Springhill company Tech Support website has bad links and can't accept any e-mail help requests. Do not waste your time or money on this program.