Any suggestions for website that has online timer? Any suggestions for online proctor ? Any suggestions for live practice proctors in DC area?
I found this online thought it would be nice for test day lol.
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Any suggestions for website that has online timer? Any suggestions for online proctor ? Any suggestions for live practice proctors in DC area?
I found this online thought it would be nice for test day lol.
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@2543.hopkins haha so it's not just me lol
I always jump when @joegotbored149 gently/firmly gives the 5 minute warning. Sometimes my response is quite dramatic.
@jeffersonjustina496.on.me me too! All the others scared me when they came on to tell me about the 5 mins left...
I used to have an old proctor application that every time "5 minutes remaining" was called, everyone else in the 'test' would mumble and one kid would yell out "Awww damn it!" Here's to hoping I don't become that person on test day... can't make any promises though.
I use the 7Sage proctor. Right now I have it set to "Gayle" she sounds almost exactly like the proctor the first time I took the LSAT. Not sure if that's a good thing though. I need to adjust to using a watch.
@sdiaz2030876 Couldn't agree more—I'm glad I got my watch early on because it's very different to have to set/monitor an actual watch versus looking at the app.
Now that it's proper Pre-Summer in Texas (mid 70's–80's an humid) the pool at my complex is the happenin' place. I'm counting on the influx of chatter and splashing to add a new level of distraction to my at-home testing environment. I've used the 7sage app to add distractions/white noise for a while now, but there's nothing like day-drunk shenanigans to challenge mental focus! I'll report back once I've done a few in this now-rowdy environment.
(And for those of you in the cold north ... well ... we have no state income tax, either. Just some things to consider #lifechoices )
Any analog watch works really as long as it doesn't make noise lol just want to get it in time to be able to use it enough to get used to using it. As for taking pts the library is always a good spot BC it's mostly quiet but not totally (like most test centers) your house, a coffee shop... You want to try and mix up your environments really
@jeffersonjustina496.on.me Woop woooooop!!
I just ordered my watch. I'm excited about getting it. I got R2 the 4x8.5 counting up, smiley at the end. :-) I think it will really help. Plus, it was one of the styles on special.
I also bought my watch from 35minutes (I did the 4x8.5 with 3 red at the end). I used it every day several times a day for nearly 8 months. No problems. I loved it. Worked like a champ on test day too. For those of you who are nervous about the resetting aspect between sections, I had no trouble there either. After each practice section I would reset it so I was quite proficient come test day. Also, because the watch was segmented into 8 minute sections, I got a feel for my rhythm in the different sections and usually ended up with spare time as a result which let me reset without pressure.
DO NOT WAIT to buy a watch for your test. You need to use a watch or your zen inner clock technique on every PT you take before test day to get used to it.
It's quite minimalist! And there's a smiley face instead of a 0 :)
That is perfect and I love how it doesn't shine or have bling bling haha
AWESOME!
Zero ticking? AWESOME!!!!! Order placed ha :D
Ordered. Thanks for the recommendation, @2543.hopkins!
Here is another watch - $35.00
http://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Score-LSAT-Watch-Exam/dp/B00SC6FJ3M
Has anyone used this one?
You also don't want to get too comfortable with the 7sage app as a timer (great proctor tho) as you won't be looking at it in test day. The sooner you get your proper watch the better
@joegotbored149 Yea that 180 watch is way out of my budget. I just need something simple, not shiny (it triggers my ADHD haha ) .
@2543.hopkins "because he soothes me..." LOL If only J.Y. was the proctor on test day. I have a 180 watch, they're expensive and I'd say if you can find something comparable for a cheaper price then go for it. They're aesthetically pleasing but I highly doubt the quality is better. Just be sure to practice with whatever watch you get for every PT so you get used to it.
I'm not from DC but perhaps a local law school? The university in my town has free LSAT practice exams once or twice per year. That might be a good place to start your search.
Good luck!
1) 7sage's proctor is the best hands down—I always use the app (and I have the proctor voice set to @joegotbored149 because he soothes me ... )
2) For watches, try www.35minutes.com . Affordable (half the price of the 180 watch), customizable, meets all LSAC guidelines (can be used at the actual exam). Huge help. Mine arrived super fast and the girl who makes them sends along little surprises :) I am left handed so I set mine up as a little tripod. I believe she makes left-handed versions as well.
Thank you!
@jeffersonjustina496 You customize meaning you select the watch face. My favorite is D I think (the one with 4 blocks and a final 5 min block minutes 30-35).
@2543.hopkins I couldn't find where you customize them :(
Yeah, my watch is sitting right in front of me and I can't hear a thing ... Held it directly up to my ear and only then can you even hear the mechanism at all.