I know to you who are PTing in the 170's this may seem laughable, but I was started at -11 in LR under timed conditions, and I feel like this is a huge step forward. I didn't think the nerves would get to me though to be honest (I just did this at home) but I felt almost as anxious as I would have if I had been taking the real thing, so I think once I get those nerves under better control I certainly think I can improve even more. What do y'all think? Any experiences like this?

Hey all!

For those of you who have worked with a study buddy through 7sage or elsewhere, do you have any advice in preparation for a first meeting? What did you find to be some of the more effective plans/strategies you used? Is there anything you would do differently? As we are both aiming to take the LSAT this summer, I want to make sure we make the most of our time but am not sure where to start!

Thanks!

Hello. I am interested in taking the LSAT for the third time. For my first time, I did self study. My second time, I had a private tutor, and the for the third time, I would like to know how 7sage would work. I would like to take the November LSAT, so I have about six months. What do you recommend, and what is the course work like? Also, how much study time should be allotted each week for LSAT study? Thanks

Hi 7Sagers!

I am going for the September LSAT, so for me it's crunch time. I am wondering how everyone gets into "the zone". I am planning on deactivating FB / instagram, removing apps from my phone, and basically anything else that poses as a distraction during my weak moments. I was just wondering what everyone else does in hopes of gleaning some positive transfer!! :)

Any and all advice welcome for focusing & staying on track.

Thanks!!

Lindsey

Does anyone see any value in me purchasing and starting to plug through the LSAT trainer for the June test (approx. 4 weeks)? I've only ever used 7sage and while I love it and have already increased ~17 points (increased 14 for Feb), I'm wondering if I should do any additional materials to milk every last minute up until the test.

For context, I work full-time (about 50 hours a week) so my studying is about 3 hours per work day (usually 1 or 2 sections w/BR and review and random lessons / videos depending on what I'm struggling with) and about 8-9 hours on Saturday / Sunday, with the weekend including a PT, BR, and review. I took the Feb LSAT and did fine but not completely happy so giving it another shot.

Was just wondering if I should stick to grinding it out with PTs and timed sections or if anyone thought adding a new element might help.

Thanks in advance!

Hey all! Hope all is well. I'm starting to take full tests in preparation for the June LSAT. I'm averaging 161 thus far and would like to be around 165.

Any tips?

Also, with a 2 week old baby, working a job (quit my 2nd to study more), family life, and household obligations... how do you guys find a balance?

When people mention that current LG’s have some tougher/funkier games more akin to older PT’s, which range of PT’s are they referring to (i.e. 30’s, 40’s, etc)? If there’s another thread on this, please point me in the right direction!

Thanks!!

Hello!

I just recently finished the core curriculum and took PT 36 so I can do at least one PT a week until test day (July 23rd). I feel that going through the BR process with PT 36 has helped in some regards, however I feel I need to be drilling problem sets in addition to the BR. Unfortunately, I only have access to the 10 or so PT's provided in the Starter Pack because I cannot afford the more expansive options. I would like to do all of those under timed conditions, so drilling those sections won't work.

So for drilling sections and game/question types, should I just buy some of the earlier PT's (1-35) through 7sage, or are there other resources out there (like "10 Actual, Official LSAT PrepTests") that you guys have used when short on cash?

Thanks for the help!

What is considered early? What is considered in the middle? And what's considered late? I used to think applying in Sept or Oct was vital, but how much of a difference is there when you apply after only 10% of the applications are in vs. 40-50%. I'm wondering because if I turned in my apps before my Nov 17 LSAT test date came out, meaning my file would be complete mid-Dec, would that still be an advantageous time to apply?

For some reason, no matter how much I study, I cannot seem to absorb the lessons! I'll only get a few quiz questions right and most I can't understand! I try studying 2 hours if I can after work everyday but it doesn't help me very much. Is there a specific way to help ensure I'm actually learning this properly? I want to take the LSAT in September 2018 but I'm scared I might not learn what I need to in time.

If you're just finishing the first logic lesson, and want to practice memorizing the logical indicators, and translating english into lawgic (or if you just want to practice either of those generally), I made a spreadsheet that does both that I thought I'd share if anyone's interested.

One tab has a list (that can be randomized on command) of all the logical indicators, and a field for you to type in what each introduces. It will tell you if you got it right, and has the option to display the correct answer if you get it wrong (or not). You can then randomize it and keep practicing.

The other tab has a 40 simple sentences to translate into lawgic (they're from pp. 257-258 of the Trainer; I didn't come up with them myself. If that somehow infringes a copyright or something somebody tell me and I won't share it). You input what you think the sentence means, and it will tell you if you get it right (accepts translation and contrapositive of translation*), again with the option to display the correct answer if you get it wrong.

I find it helps to actually write (albeit on the computer) out answers rather than using flashcards, and just repetitively practicing is helpful to drill out the need to think through this stuff. And you can get away with it at work, perhaps, because it's a fancy spreadsheet. I may have made it at work myself. And I have a weird love affair with Excel. So if you have Excel and would like study tool PM and I'll send it to you.

*I'm excessively proud of my Excel formulas to accomplish this, so if you're a fellow Excel nerd, please put me in my place.

EDIT:

Go to this link:

https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B2s1NBaQLrnIVXNtVGJuQTJ0bFk&usp=sharing#grid

If you want the spreadsheet. The demand for this thing has exceeded my willingness to send individual emails to everyone.

Hey 7Sagers!

Was wondering if you could share some comments on your favorite places to take practice exams!

Many thanks!

Is anybody else having technical difficulties with printing off materials from 7Sage right now? Normally it works fine for me, but right now the documents are printing out with reddish text. I’ve tried to troubleshoot by printing some documents off other sites, and it doesn’t seem to be an issue. Any suggestions @studentservice

Is there any benefit to taking july or is it too late and might as well wait for the next one if it's the next cycle anyway?

I finally scored over a 160 (161) on a BR. Not a big deal, but I really didn’t think I was understanding any of the material until now. Just felt nice.

How much did you improve on the first test after finishing the core curriculum, and how much did you improve after doing several more full tests? It seems like the bulk of improvement actually comes from blind reviewing full PTs and not from just completing the core curriculum.. Thoughts?

Hi everyone,

I am finishing up the CC soon and will begin taking full PTs with BR shortly after. What is everyone's schedule for taking full PTs / BR? Do you take a full, proctored PT on one day and then fully complete BR on the next? Do you begin BR on the same day you finish a full PT? Basically, I am asking how long it takes a person to both take a full PT and do BR to the point of full understanding. I know it will be different for everyone based on skill level and mental endurance. I am asking to get a rough idea of how many practice tests I can get through in a week. I plan on taking the September 2018 LSAT and will only have 2 months and 17 days (most of which is full time study) to take full PTs / BR. Of course, I will push back my test date until November if my desired score does not follow. Thanks in advance!

Hi. This question refers to BR-ing the cold diagnostic.

Joined 7Sage this week and used the June 2007 Prep Test as the diagnostic. I've done just a few lessons from the Core Curriculum so was wondering how do I correctly reason my way through the questions during BR?

Without having learned an approach for the various question types and not having been exposed to 7Sage's methodologies for analyzing correct and incorrect answers, wouldn't BR-ing a diagnostic before the learning process begins, be kind of like "shooting in the dark"?

Suggestions welcome! Thanks in advance

In my LSAT analytics I’m able to see the difficulty (on a scale of one to five) of individual sections that I’ve taken as PTs and graded. Is there any way to see that information for individual sections that I have taken as PTs or graded?

I just saw on Spivey twitter feed that the ABA is formally dropping requirement for standardized tests for admissions. They say more this cycle will accept GRE and GMAT with likely explosion next cycle (entering 2019.) Based on this, I think I might go with GRE. Easier test I have been told.

Sorry if this is a silly question. i see the star "⭐" next to ppl's name. What does that mean? Have always been curious. Thanks.

I have implemented perspective shift as I prepare for my test. I used to be extremely concerned with point improvements, finishing on time, test day performance, etc. But I think that these thoughts take up a lot of real estate in my head, inadvertently causing anxiety and interfering with my abilities.

Since the beginning of May, consequently, I have tried to implemented a perspective shift and now only focus on two things: a) doing my best each on each section and b) learning from my mistakes. I don't really care about what score I ultimately get: maybe it'll be below, at, or above my average. I'm not going to go too fast or too slow to be perfect, I'll just react the way I normally react.

This has made preparation much more enjoyable for me. I now simply focus on learning about my intellectual/personal weaknesses and getting better at them. Each wrong question is no longer a blow to my ego, but a chance to learn about myself.

Hopefully this wasn't too preachy and helps others as they take "Preptest 84" or the "Superprep III July 2018 Undisclosed Test."

I am a member of Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity and 7sage says that all members get a one month discount. How is this applied to my account?

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Can anyone recommend a testing center here in Miami, Florida where I can go and take practice LSAT test? I want to take the practice test in a different setting other than my home dinning room table.

I am about to begin purchasing books for my 1L classes. I have noticed that many books are available in E-book format. Which format would be better for law school, paperback or E-book?