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I'm debating on whether or not to take a course or go with a private tutor. The only courses left at this point are Kaplan but I've heard some pretty negative things about them? Has anyone taken a Kaplan course or would you all recommend a private tutor? Thanks
Hi, I am looking for a study buddy that would like to talk overall strategy and daily insights working on the core curriculum.
I am not completely new to the lsats, I have done a complete package of Power score and Blueprint (for 3 months) but my first official lsat take was a fiasco. Thanks to some digging on Reddit, I found 7Sage and his holiness, J.Y, and am turning over a new leaf. Instead of focusing on getting to the PT stage asap (which, I have previously done and miserably failed) or just trying to memorize mechanical skills, I am really trying to change the way I think with the materials in CC. So I am taking my time absorbing the lessons, taking notes, and intensively BRing with the drill sets. Recently, I found myself coming up with different methods and ways of thinking that I would love to share with a buddy and would love to have someone that could keep me accountable.
If you could use an insistent and eager study buddy for your CC journey, PM me!
FYI: I am currently finishing up the Intro to Reading Comprehension section, am in the EST zone and is open to meeting online.
RC review
Next up is PT 64
PT 64 w/experimental LR fr PT40 (2nd LR section) Sunday, July 16th 12PM ET
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The That's So Ravenclaw study group is for 12 people who are committed to studying and improving their test performance for the September 2017 LSAT. Workshops and intensives to eliminate weaknesses will also be made available to the study group. Tuesday at 7pm is our additional study time to meet to go over other questions we didn't get to on Sunday. Comment below if you would like me to tag you for our meetings. This group will be going private in 3 weeks.
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Attention : I am planning on closing this group off within the next few weeks. I highly recommend you make an effort to show up to these next few meetings (if you haven't been a regular up until now) and CONTRIBUTE. If you don't have a working microphone, then you can use the optional dial-in # provided at the bottom of this post.
###Test Details:
PT: 64
Experimental Section: RC From PT58
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Date: Sunday, July 16th
Time: 7:00pm Eastern / 6:00pm Central / 4:00pm Pacific
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September '17 Sunday Study Group
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Hey Everyone,
It was great seeing all of you who were there yesterday. It was an absolute pleasure. Thank you :).
I hope going over conditional arguments and seeing how they work in different question types was helpful. This weekend, on Sunday, I will be going over the causation argument type.
The session yesterday gave me a couple of insights and I would like to change a few things about the next session. To get the most out of the next session I am assigning homework. It is of course up to you to complete it and I will not check if all of you do the assigned work. But how much you are able to get out of the session will depend on how much you know about causation argument type before hand.
So before joining in I recommend watching the following seven videos that are part of 7sage core curriculum:
https://classic.7sage.com/lesson/causation/
https://classic.7sage.com/lesson/causation-theory/?ss_completed_lesson=1207
https://classic.7sage.com/lesson/correlation/?ss_completed_lesson=1206
https://classic.7sage.com/lesson/correlation-ideas/?ss_completed_lesson=1205
https://classic.7sage.com/lesson/4-possible-explanations/?ss_completed_lesson=1204
https://classic.7sage.com/lesson/chronology/?ss_completed_lesson=1203
https://classic.7sage.com/lesson/causation-strategy/?ss_completed_lesson=1202
Each of these videos are about 5 minutes each - some even less than that so it shouldn't take that long.
For those of you who do not have 7sage core-curriculum please see if you can read up on causation argument as they are used in LSAT before coming into the session. This will give you the background knowledge necessary to see the pattern when we do go over the questions.
But just in case I will be going over the basics quickly at the start of the lesson. It just will not be as in depth as these videos.
I am still debating if I should release the questions I will be using for the upcoming session before the session. If I do, I will post it here before Sunday.
Let me know if there are any questions or thoughts in your comments below. I look forward to seeing all of you again (3(/p)
To join the session, please click on the link below at the specified date and time and I will see you there. : )
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P.S.
I have not forgotten to post the information for the questions I used yesterday. I will do so soon in that post in a couple of days. : )
Hey Everyone,
This weekend on Saturday I will be going over PT 35, Passage 2. It's an art passage.
Like the previous times, we will first do the low and high resolution summaries then the questions under time before going over the answers. For that reason, you do not have to do the passage before coming to the session. But you do need the passage in front of you but we will also have it available on screen.
If this will be your first time please do not worry, I will go over what low and high resolution summaries are before we begin reading the passage, so you will quickly catch up.
Please click the link below to join the meeting at the specified time.
I'll see you all there! : )
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Hey guys,
Due to an unforeseen conflict, I won’t be able to host the sessions and have cancelled the call for tomorrow night.
My apologies for last minute notice and wish you all the best as you continue in the curriculum!!
*Because there are too many September study groups in GTM and I don't want to mix them up, this group will now be known as the That's So Ravenclaw SG. I know a lot of us are fans of the Harry Potter series. In our LSAT prep (and our career aspirations in general) it would help to aspire to obtain the qualities of this house, such as cultivating a lifelong love of learning.
Regarding the "That's so Raven" part. Generally, it could also help to take some risks (calculated risks haha) and be bold like:
PT 63 w/experimental LR fr PT40 (1st LR section) Sunday, July 9th 12PM ET
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Requirements:
The That's So Ravenclaw study group is for 12 people who are committed to studying and improving their test performance for the September 2017 LSAT. Workshops and intensives to eliminate weaknesses will also be made available to the study group. Tuesday at 7pm is our additional study time to meet to go over other questions we didn't get to on Sunday. Comment below if you would like me to tag you for our meetings. This group will be going private in 3 weeks.
Tentative Schedule: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=00ppvvc0gp9hdvin7b0p3igdhg%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/New_York
Happy late 4th of July! Hopefully everyone enjoyed their holiday/shortened work week (within America)/Canada Day/first weekend of July
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###Test Details:
PT: 60
Experimental Section: LR2 From PT58
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Date: Sunday, July 9nd
Time: 7:00pm Eastern / 6:00pm Central / 4:00pm Pacific
For our full PT schedule please see the following link : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NqvbW4p83dpFmihrUOeWf6Dx8ETo25rLE1q1nPzOrpg/edit?usp=sharing
Notes:
##I am planning on closing this group off within the next month or so. If you plan on attending past then, I highly recommend you make an effort to show up to these next few meetings (if you haven't been a regular up until now).
###GoToMeeting Details:
September '17 Sunday Study Group
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Hey Everyone,
As promised I am starting the free LR tutoring. The first session will be on July 9th at 3 pm (eastern time).
The goal of these sessions is to go over one cookie cutter argument type each week. A cookie cutter argument is an argument that logically repeats on each test. The LSAT writers use different subject matter or grammar or both to disguise their logical shape in the stimulus and make it difficult for us. Sometimes they even have more than one cookie cutter argument in the stimulus. But the logic works pretty much the same way. Recognizing these patterns and knowing how the answers might shape up according to the question type is what helps gives us speed on LSAT.
The first session will be conducted on conditional logic. This is, in my opinion, one of the easier patterns to grasp. This would allow us to go over what cookie cutter arguments are and how conditional logic patterns appear throughout different question types. This will also give me a good idea of how to improve the next sessions.
After that, I have the next three session also ready to go. I am hoping to do each week a new session. The second one is on causal arguments, followed by Phenomena Hypothesis, and then Partial information ( I made up this name). These are the main ones and in my opinion occur most frequently on test. Depending on how these sessions go, I can work on doing the other patterns as well or we could stop there.
There is no minimum or maximum number of people. I welcome everybody. The questions will be made available on the screens for all to see so you don't have to bring in anything. I will be pulling questions from the older practice tests, PT 30-39. So this will not ruin fresh PT's for anyone as these tests are mainly used for drilling. However, you will get more out of these sessions if you have done the core curriculum. This will help you add on to the information you already know and you do need to know the basics of how conditional arguments work as well as what it means to strengthen/weaken, find the flaw, and see what must be true.
I am actually really excited to see how this shapes up and I hope this will be helpful to all of you. Preparing for these sessions from scratch was actually a lot of work so I am hoping this helps a lot of you out.
To join, please follow the link at the specified date and time. I will see you all there. (3(/p)
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Welcome! This week I will be on vacation and unable to lead the call. I've spoken to Daniel and Josh, and they are going to help us out this week since I will be in the middle of some woods without internet or cell service. Thank you both so much!
I will be able to address any questions or concerns up until Saturday evening.
###Test Details:
PT: 57
Experimental Section: LG From PT58
Question review form : https://zach191.typeform.com/to/kIQjD0
Date: Sunday, July 2nd
Time: 7:00pm Eastern / 6:00pm Central / 4:00pm Pacific
For our full PT schedule please see the following link : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NqvbW4p83dpFmihrUOeWf6Dx8ETo25rLE1q1nPzOrpg/edit?usp=sharing
Notes:
###GoToMeeting Details:
September '17 Sunday Study Group
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New September Study group! First up: PT 60
This group is for 12 people who are committed to studying and improving their test performance for the September 2017 LSAT. The schedule (which we'll go over on Saturday) is tentative and so you will have a say in the PT schedule and future meeting times. Our aim will be to take at least 10 prep tests from the 60s, 70s, and PT 81. I want the group to be able to tailor the study schedule to meet its specific needs. If you want a say about the date and time that we meet, you need to attend the meetings. Workshops and intensives to eliminate weaknesses will also be made available to the study group. We also have the option to build in a few breaks.
Requirements:
Comment below if you would like me to tag you for our first meeting on July 1st at 5pm EST. We'll be taking care the schedule first, so even if you can't take PT 60 come get your name on the list and then you can head out.
1st Meeting then PT 60 on Saturday, July 1st 5PM ET
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Same deal as Oldies but Goodies - just different title!
RC got you like this?
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Thanks to Josh (a.k.a @"Cant Get Right" ), we're going to work on changing that!
While Josh will continue to handle (primarily) LR from the old PTs, I'll now be hosting an RC-focused Oldies but Goodies, following Josh's PT schedule along the way. Eye-roll-inducing, artsy fartsy passages? Obnoxiously dull and dizzying science passages? Inference Questions? Obligatory GIFs?? Yes to all!!
If you're able, swing by after having already done the RC section of the week. We'll breakdown one or two passages, the respective answer choices, and strategies for expertly and efficiently moving through the section. Our sessions will always be best with input, so don't be afraid to chime in!
Let's make RC something to look forward to!
Oldies but Goodies - PT 35
Thursday, August 24, 8:30 PM EDT
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Hey,
I was wondering if there were any people in the Chicago city area that would like to get together to be study buddies? Ideally it would be someone who is still going through the CC and wants to have and be a support system. We would all exchange resources, help each other gain insights to concepts, and overall work together to reaching our goals. Inbox me if you are interested.
###Test Details:
PT: 54
Experimental Section: LR#1 From PT58
Question review form : https://zach191.typeform.com/to/dblQhM
Also worth noting - I am including the experimental section in the poll. We will review the experimental section at the end of the call if anyone wishes to stick around for it.
Date: Sunday, June 25th
Time: 7:00pm Eastern / 6:00pm Central / 4:00pm Pacific
For our full PT schedule please see the following link : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NqvbW4p83dpFmihrUOeWf6Dx8ETo25rLE1q1nPzOrpg/edit?usp=sharing
Notes:
###GoToMeeting Details:
September '17 Sunday Study Group
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The efficiency last week was awesome. I think the google form worked greatly to streamline the process and cut down on wasted time contemplating which questions to cover. The only thing I'd like to see improve is the number of people who are actually contributing on the calls. I just want to remind you all that at some point these will stop being public and the open door policy will cease to exist. If you want to stick around you have to contribute and pull your own weight. There has been 4-7 (regular) individuals talking so far and 15+ on the call. If you vote for a question for review, I want you available to discuss it.
Question review form : https://zach191.typeform.com/to/tHraGa
Also worth noting - I am including the experimental section in the poll. We will review the experimental section at the end of the call if anyone wishes to stick around for it.
###Test Details:
PT: 51
Experimental Section: RC from PT56
(I recommend inserting the experimental in between sections 2 and 3, or 3 and 4)
Date: Sunday, June 18th
Time: 7:00pm Eastern / 6:00pm Central / 4:00pm Pacific
For our full PT schedule please see the following link : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NqvbW4p83dpFmihrUOeWf6Dx8ETo25rLE1q1nPzOrpg/edit?usp=sharing
Notes:
###GoToMeeting Details:
September '17 Sunday Study Group
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Well, the time has come again for us to put our skills to the test. If you're looking for some motivation to get you through game day, remember your goals and why you decided to take this step towards becoming a lawyer in the first place:
Maybe you wanna do it for the people,
....for the money
.....or because you just have major career goals
Regardless of your reasons, keep your confidence up and believe that the work you put in will pay off.
All are welcome to join as we cheer each other on,
Saturday at 7pm EST with Sages @"Cant Get Right" & @danielznelson
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Schedule
The June schedule ends Monday June12th!
##Please fill out this form so that we know which questions to review
###https://goo.gl/forms/rrTrkoiQHoJSn7Ey2
Round 2!
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Thanks everyone for showing up last night! It was awesome having that many people actively discussing the PT. Hopefully we can keep up the momentum.
This week we are going doing the following :
PT: 49
Experimental Section: LR#2 from PT56
(I recommend inserting the experimental in between sections 2 and 3, or 3 and 4)
Date: Sunday, June 11th
Time: 7:00pm Eastern / 6:00pm Central / 4:00pm Pacific
For our full PT schedule please see the following link : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NqvbW4p83dpFmihrUOeWf6Dx8ETo25rLE1q1nPzOrpg/edit?usp=sharing
Notes:
###GoToMeeting Details:
September '17 Sunday Study Group
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U up?
Hi! I'm looking for a BR partner in the city/brooklyn for the September 2017 exam. I'm hoping for 170+ so while somebody with similar aspirations would be great, it's not totally necessary. Ideally we would meet on Sundays or early mornings on weekdays (6-8AM). Lemme know if you're down!!
If anyone lives in the Irving/Dallas area and would like to get together and study, please let me know!
Hello all, and
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This week we are going doing the following :
PT: 44
Experimental Section: LG from PT56
(I recommend inserting the experimental in between sections 2 and 3, or 3 and 4)
Date: Sunday, June 4th
Time: 7:00pm Eastern / 6:00pm Central / 4:00pm Pacific
For our full PT schedule please see the following link : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NqvbW4p83dpFmihrUOeWf6Dx8ETo25rLE1q1nPzOrpg/edit?usp=sharing
Notes:
###GoToMeeting Details:
September '17 Sunday Study Group
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Penultimate PT before the June test. Come join us to review PT 79 and to determine what PT we do next week!
Test tip: don't forget to expect the unexpected.
PT 79 Review on Saturday, June 3rd at 5PM ET
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The Full Schedule
And if you’d like to see the full schedule for upcoming sessions, here it is:
Note:
Hello 7Sagers!
We are launching new study groups, and also making a few adjustments in order to make these an even better resource. With lots of new workshops happening, it seemed like study groups could be tweaked in order to provide a more distinct experience. So instead of open sessions—which really is not how study groups work at all—we will coordinate groups openly on the forums to allow groups to bring members in, and then close groups once a core membership has been established. We hope this promotes a larger number of groups which will be smaller, more intimate, and better able to develop unique dynamics and close working relationships. So keep an eye out for the new groups forming soon, and many more to come!
Hello! Welcome to the official 2017 September Study Group! Navigating and communicating in the old thread was a royal PITA so I have decided to create a new thread that should be easier to communicate on.
Tonight I am hosting an informal "kick-off" of sorts. I want to get everyone who thinks they will be committed to this group in the call to discuss our goals and desires for how to make this study group as beneficial as possible.
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Note: We will not be using Go To Meeting. It is going to be too hard to coordinate around scheduling conflicts tonight, so we're going to try Join.Me instead. It should work almost exactly the same way, except there will be no dial-in #. This means you must have a stable internet connection. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Time: 7:30p EDT / 6:30p CST / 4:30p PST
Link: https://join.me/SeptemberLSAT
Requirements: All I ask is that you come prepared and willing to talk. This will work best if I get feedback from you guys. This group isn't going to be me leading and making all of the choices; I want it to be a collaboration between all of us. So the more you guys talk, the less I have to, and the better that is for everyone :lol:
BR Schedule:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NqvbW4p83dpFmihrUOeWf6Dx8ETo25rLE1q1nPzOrpg/edit?usp=sharing
Above is a link to my tentative BR schedule. I have options of both 5 and 6 section PT's. It's kind of hard to follow so maybe don't look into that area too much since I'll be discussing it in detail tonight to see what you guys think. I just want to give you all time to digest the content so that you have time to formulate ideas and feedback for me.
Hope everyone had an opportunity to gain insight on JYs PT80 calls last week!
If you are still committed to taking June, join an informal group for BR on PT79 review during our final weeks of prep:) If interested, post or send a PM for details.
See you Tuesday!
