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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Podcast
Welcome to THE college admissions industry podcast! Join Mike Bergin and Amy Seeley as they discuss the latest issues in testing, admissions, learning, and education with leading experts. Tests and the Rest is perfect for parents, students, counselors, educators, test prep professionals, college consultants, and just about anyone engaged in the college admissions process. You can subscribe to this podcast or stream it online via any podcast app, including iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify…
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- Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Podcast
476. THE NEW DIGITAL SAT EXPERIENCE: A STUDENT PERSPECTIVE
The SAT has been through so many changes over nearly a century of assessment, but the current transition to a digital adaptive platform represents an ambitious…
- Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Podcast
475. COMPETITIVE MINDSET IN TESTING
Every meaningful challenge can be prepared and practiced for, which tends to mean that challengers vie for the best outcomes. Whether you're competing against…
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474. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Traditionally, the words "academics" and "intelligence" have always evoked a positive, mutually supportive relationship. Then AI improved! Amy and Mike invited…
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473. THE FLUTIE EFFECT IN ADMISSIONS
You would presume that the reputation of an institution of higher education would be based on factors like academic rigor and postgraduate success, but that…
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472. GETTING READY FOR THE AP LANGUAGE EXAM
The Advanced Placement exams represent some of the most challenging subject-specific standardized tests a high schooler might ever take. Amy and Mike believe…
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471. GETTING READY FOR THE AP US HISTORY EXAM
The Advanced Placement exams represent some of the most challenging subject-specific standardized tests a high schooler might ever take. Amy and Mike believe…
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470. GETTING READY FOR THE AP STATISTICS EXAM
The Advanced Placement exams represent some of the most challenging subject-specific standardized tests a high schooler might ever take. Amy and Mike believe…
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469. GETTING READY FOR THE AP PSYCHOLOGY EXAM
The Advanced Placement exams represent some of the most challenging subject-specific standardized tests a high schooler might ever take. Amy and Mike believe…
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468. GETTING READY FOR THE AP CHEMISTRY EXAM
The Advanced Placement exams represent some of the most challenging subject-specific standardized tests a high schooler might ever take. Amy and Mike believe…
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467. SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Pencil Spaces
A powerful digital classroom designed specifically for remote, in-person, or blended learning with ed tech developer Ayush Agarwal What are five things you…
- Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Podcast
466. IEC PROFILE: Shannon Bergeron
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Shannon Bergeron, the Founder of…
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465. IEC PROFILE: Chris Bell
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Chris Bell, a professional with…
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464. IEC PROFILE: Gerene Keesler
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Admissions Untangled owner Gerene…
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463. IEC PROFILE: Mike Hammer
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Mike Hammer, a college…
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462. IEC PROFILE: Jessica Chermak
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Jessica Chermak is an Independent…
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461. HOW TESTS AID MEMORY with researcher Ayanna Thomas
Students tend to see exams as a means to evaluate learning, but expert educators recognize assessments as instrumental elements of the teaching process. Amy…
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460. COLLEGE ADVISING FOR B STUDENTS
So much of the college admissions conversation seems to assume perfect grades and test scores along with ultra-selective ambitions. What about the other 99% of…
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459. SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Speechcloud
Everything you need to teach your class in one place with ed tech developer Cameron Stoker What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is the…
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458. EXPLORING ASSUMPTIONS ABOUT PUBLIC EDUCATION
The educational system in the United States bears a stark similarity to our political and economic structures, marked by both astonishing successes and painful…
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457. CULTIVATING TEEN SELF-ESTEEM
Teens–like people at every other stage of human development–need to feel confidence, satisfaction, and respect for themselves. Alas, that isn't always easy…
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456. TEXT TO SPEECH LEARNING TOOLS
When students have choices on how to access instructional material, they often engage and learn at a higher level. Anyone who runs closed captions or subtitles…
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455. WHAT TO DO WHEN A STUDENT STRUGGLES IN COLLEGE
Success in getting into a school does not guarantee success in staying there, and persistence should be an active concern for students, parents, and…
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454. READING SCIENCE PASSAGES ON THE SAT & ACT
While only one of the two exams includes a dedicated science section, both the SAT and ACT find ways to challenge science literacy. Amy and Mike invited…
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453. JEANNE LUCAS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Jeanne Lucas was a remarkable educator and even better friend who impacted more lives than she knew. In recognition of Jeanne and her boundless love of…
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452. SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Golisano Institute
A Great Business Education Accessible For All with higher ed administrator Ian Mortimer The awesome sponsor we want to spotlight today is Golisano Institute…
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451. THE UPSIDES OF RAPID CHANGES IN EDUCATION
That major aspects of K-12 and higher education along with society at large are undergoing meaningful transformation much faster than usual cannot be argued…
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450. COMMON MISTAKES IN COLLEGE SELECTION
Considering all the steps in the intricate dance of selecting, applying, and paying for college, it's no surprise that applicants tend to get some of them…
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449. SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: ScoreSmart
Better SAT and ACT Tests, Smarter Analytics with educators Sonya Muthalia and Neill Seltzer What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is the…
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448. CONTROVERSIES AROUND NEW AP PROGRAMS
Politicians rarely weigh in on what students are taught in school and usually act from a non-academic agenda when they do. The announcements of new AP African…
- Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Podcast
447. SELECTING YOUR FOREVER SCHOOL
With all the focus on selectivity and compatibility–not to mention the delicate dance between potentially interested prospective partners, college admissions…
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446. SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: TestBright Curriculum System
A modular, professional SAT & ACT curriculum that makes you a better teacher with educator Kailey Ossanna What are five things you will learn in this episode?…
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445. THE UNWRITTEN RULES OF COLLEGE SUCCESS
Why do so many students who thrive in high school suddenly stumble once they attain the halls of higher education? Alas, the welcome packet rarely mentions…
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444. WHY TESTS MATTER: STUDENT PERSPECTIVES
Parents, educators, and bloviators of every stripe have been given platforms to express their opinions on testing, admissions, and standards, but how often do…
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443. COLLEGE CLOSEUP: Hobart and William Smith Colleges
A relationship-rich school in the heart of the Finger Lakes with admissions counselor Melanie Sage What are five things you will learn in this episode? Where…
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442. TEST PREP PROFILE: Josh D'Alemberte
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Josh D'Alemberte, a creative…
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441. TEST PREP PROFILE: Kelly Finn
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Dr. Kelly Finn, who has a BS…
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440. TEST PREP PROFILE: Samiya Cogmon
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Samiya Cogmon, who founded…
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439. TEST PREP PROFILE: Greg Hudson
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Greg Hudson, an AP United…
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438. TEST PREP PROFILE: Stacey Howe-Lott
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Stacey Howe-Lott, a 25-year…
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437. GAME-BASED LEARNING
Education is serious business but that doesn't mean that it can't be fun! Amy and Mike invited educator Julie Post to share the latest tips and tools for…
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436. ASSESSING COLLEGE FINANCIAL VIABILITY
The foundations of higher education are shifting, often subtly but sometimes with seismic force. Case in point, a confluence of economic, societal, and…
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435. USING SPACED REPETITION FOR STUDY SUCCESS
Conventional wisdom holds that if you don't use it, you lose it, whatever "it" happens to be. But why do we forget information we've learned and how can we…
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434. FINDING YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF IN THE PATH TO COLLEGE
Aspiring college students tend to commit abundant time and resources to learning all about specific schools and programs, yet remain oblivious to their own…
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433. COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSIDERATIONS FOR AUTISTIC STUDENTS
The college search should ideally reflect a student's distinct preferences for learning and living environments, which can be particularly important for teens…
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432. TESTING GAME PLAN FOR THE CLASS OF 2025
Major transitions often result in major confusion for the unprepared. If you are–or support–a teen in the high school graduating class of 2025, the time to…
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431. FOUR SCHOLARSHIP MYTHS
The only facts most college applicants know about scholarships for certain is that free money is awesome; everything else is subject to review. Amy and Mike…
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430. DEBUNKING LEARNING STYLES
We've long accepted that students tend to learn best through specific instructional channels based on their personal preferences. But do they really? Amy and…
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429. IEC PROFILE: Maria and Tom Geffers
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Maria and Tom Geffers of Career…
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428. IEC PROFILE: Wendie Lubic
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Wendie Lubic, a professional who…
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427. IEC PROFILE: Dana Ponsky
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Dana Ponsky, who began her…
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426. IEC PROFILE: Kristin Cocquyt
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Kristin Cocquyt, a seasoned…
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425. HAPPY AND RELAXED TEENS OMNIBUS
Happiness is elusive in this world, particularly for anyone going through massive growth and change. As we seek successful, stress-free lives of our own, we…
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424. MATCHING TYPES OF STUDENTS TO TYPES OF SCHOOLS
There are all kinds of colleges and universities in this wide world, which is lucky for all those different kinds of aspiring college students! Amy and Mike…
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423. TEST SCORES: TO SUBMIT OR NOT
Applicants find themselves more confused than ever by current test-optional admissions policies; how do you know if "optional" really applies to you? Amy and…
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422. INVESTING FOR COLLEGE
Higher education might be the priciest purchase in a person's life. So why are there still so many questions about when and how to put money aside for that…
- Tests and the Rest: College Admissions Podcast
421. SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Summit Prep
Empowering Students To Succeed In Life Through Private, Personalized Tutoring with educators Eva Addae and David Blobaum What are five things you will learn in…
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420. WHAT TO DO WHEN A TEST SCORE DISAPPOINTS
Coaches often claim that we play like we practice. Unfortunately, we don't always replicate our best practice results when it counts. Amy and Mike invited…
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419. DESTRESSIFYING THE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS PROCESS
The college admissions process can provoke a lot of anxiety, not just in students but in every other person with a stake in uncertain outcomes. Does submitting…
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418. COLLEGE CLOSEUP: Niagara University
Discover the power of Niagara University with Alison Boland and Kyle Schwindler What are five things you will learn in this episode? Where is Niagara…
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417. TEST PREP PROFILE: Meredith Bagwill
Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Meredith Bagwill, the owner…