Self-study
Hi! I just recently took the June LSAT and do not have my score yet, but I really struggled on RC timing and higher-level LR Questions in the late teens and twenties. Specifically, I get stuck between two answers and spend a lot of time figuring out which one is correct. When I take untimed sections, I typically average about 4 wrong on RC, but with timed sections, I can't seem to make it past the third passage. I also have 1.5 time (53 minutes per section), and stamina has been a big part of my struggles as well. I find that by the third section, my energy levels are low, and that slows me down a lot.
This has been something that I have been trying to work on for the last few weeks, but I haven't seen that much progress studying because I am not sure how to fix my weak areas on my own. On my last practice test, I scored a 160, and I am aiming to raise my score to around 168-172 for the September LSAT. I am also taking a little mental break right now before studying again, but I am going to start back up at the beginning of July. I am looking for a weekly tutor who can not only help me in the sessions, but also give me good plans and strategies for when I study on my own. My price range is around $75 per session, but I am flexible. I really think one-on-one tutoring would help me a lot. Thanks!
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Pro tip: when you are stuck between 2 answer choices (or even 3 or 4), DO NOT try to figure out which one is correct! Instead look for a reason to REJECT one of the choices. When you find such a reason, take the other answer choice, and move on! You will be more likely to get the question right (because your own biases are less likely to impact your choice), and it will cost you less time. Good luck out there!
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I can definitely help with that, and my hourly rate is right within the range you're looking for.
What stands out to me is that your RC timing issue and your higher-level LR issue may actually have a fair amount in common. In both sections, students often reach a point where the challenge is no longer understanding the material, but rather developing a more reliable top-down process for identifying what matters most and making efficient decisions under time pressure.
Reading Comprehension is actually a major area of focus for me. My approach centers around identifying and retaining the passage's Big Picture (the author's main point and the general supporting reasons) while reading one sentence at a time. That process reduces cognitive load, helps maintain orientation throughout the passage, and turns the passage itself into a resource for answering the questions.
On the LR side, I spend a lot of time helping students build more reliable execution processes for the higher-difficulty questions, which includes very specific maneuvers for when they find themselves stuck between two answer choices.
The issues of stamina and energy management are often connected to execution efficiency. A more organized and deliberate process usually helps a lot here because students frequently find that they're spending less mental energy fighting the test throughout the first few sections.
Finally, I do provide structured assignments and study plans between sessions. A big part of my job is helping students know exactly what to work on when they're studying independently so that progress continues between lessons.
Feel free to send me a DM if you'd like to discuss your situation in a little more detail. I think your September goal is very realistic with the amount of time you still have available.
Scott
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