The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is one of the first steps in the decision to pursue grad school, which can make it a very intimidating part of the process. To take some of the stress off your plate, you might be considering private GRE tutoring to prepare you with what to study, how to study it, and where to start; which is why we’ve written this blog!
Our tutors have been helping students do better on the GRE for over a decade and know just how to best prepare you. Check out what to expect in a personalized GRE tutoring session, and contact Marks Education now for more information!
The Initial Assessment in a GRE Tutoring Session
Our GRE prep starts with understanding your current GRE level, which might mean taking a full length practice test or reviewing past scores. This allows us to gauge your strengths and weaknesses in the different sections of the GRE. Once your baseline is established, our expert tutors develop a personalized GRE prep plan to target specific areas that need improvement.
Focusing on Core Areas
Our GRE sessions cover all aspects of the test, but take special care in covering the areas most testers struggle with. When it comes to vocabulary, for example, not only will your tutor provide you with the necessary vocabulary lists and flashcards to do well, but they’ll also teach you memory and study tricks to make the process easier. In the math section, we’ll break down problems together via demonstrations or go through worksheets together. Our team specializes in breaking down the complex mathematical concepts on the test, then building on that moving forward.
Skill Development Through Practice
Unlike other standardized tests, studying for the GRE involves less repetition of practice tests and more in-depth skill development. At Marks Education, we prioritize in-depth test taking strategy discussions on everything from quantitative comparisons to data interpretation.
We also make sure that each session includes time to review any homework that was assigned, discuss tricky problems, and adjust study strategies as needed. This is just one of the ways that we guarantee your prep isn’t just about learning to solve problems but understanding the underlying concepts that promise test day success.
Strategic Test-Taking
As time goes on, our focus will shift to applying the strategies in a test-like environment. Timed and full length practice tests are included in every tutoring package. We do this because building endurance and confidence is important to doing well on the test.
Curious how GRE tutoring could help you?
GRE tutoring is an investment in your future. Wasted time is one of the biggest hurdles test takers face. Without a solid plan in place, you might waste weeks, or even months, on the wrong material.
Curious how you could take your GRE test scores to the next level? Contact Marks Education for more information. We offer FREE consultations with expert GRE tutors to help you get started!