Learn How to Study the Right Way at Ekoniak Tutoring

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Does your student struggle with preparing for upcoming exams? Do they perform well on homework assignments but have difficulty applying their knowledge in a test-taking format? At Ekoniak Tutoring & Coaching, our tutors will help your student master the art of test-taking by understanding their current struggles and providing easy-to-follow test preparation strategies. 

We are Ekoniak Tutoring & Coaching, your trusted partner in academic excellence in Atherton and Menlo Park. Started in 2023 by Keaton Ekoniak, a graduate from the University of Michigan, Ekoniak Tutoring specializes in providing expert subject tutoring and executive function coaching for middle and high school students. Our tutors come from the top universities in the country, and stand out for their unique ability to connect with students of all ages. With us, you'll receive personalized 1-on-1 tutoring at your home, a local library, or another location that is most convenient for you.  

Today, we'll share how we teach students effective test-preparation strategies that they can use to prepare for exams in any subject. Whether your student struggles to understand which concepts to study, doesn't know how to check if they're fully prepared, or wants additional study resources, our tutors are happy to help! 

Personalized Student Assessment

The first step that all of our tutors take when working with a new student is taking time to get to know the student on a personal and academic level. During this conversation, the tutor will learn about the student's personality, hobbies, extracurricular involvements, academic habits, and any academic areas that the student particularly struggles with. In the case of helping a student in need of study preparation, the tutor will ask questions directed at understanding how the student prepares for tests, what the student typically struggles with while taking tests, and any additional study resources that they currently use.

Introduction to Test-Preparation Techniques

Once our tutor understands which areas the student has the most difficulty with, they will introduce the student to our many research-backed test -preparation strategies. For example, one great study tip that students often don't do is to make a list of topics that they think will come up on the test, and to then organize that list of topics from most important to least important. This is a quick way to help the student understand which concepts they should prioritize. 

Post-Test Check In

After each test, the tutor will check in with the student to learn about what worked well for them as well as any areas they ares still struggling with. Typically, the student and tutor are able to hone a few strategies that work especially well after 2-3 check-ins. At this point, the student should begin to feel more prepared as they go into a test, and they should see the results reflected in their test grades. 

Additional Help 

Ekoniak Tutoring provides much more than study tips for Menlo Park and Atherton students. We offer subject tutoring for nearly all middle and high school subjects, and help with other executive functioning skills, such as time management, note-taking, planning, and organization. No matter what your student's needs are, our Ekoniak Tutors are happy to help!