The College Scholastic Ability Test 3 Weeks Away... "Start Training to Manage Time and Reduce Mistakes"

Advice from Entrance Exam Academies to Examinees
"Maintain a Biological Rhythm Suitable for the CSAT"
Manuals for Different Situations and Familiarization with EBS-Linked Passages

With the 2024 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) just three weeks away, entrance exam academies have urged the need to establish last-minute strategies to prepare for the exam day. Experts advised starting training for time management based on the September mock test format. They also emphasized the importance of preparing strategies to reduce mistakes by subject area and grade level.

Daesung Academy stated that students should practice mock exams while strictly adhering to the time limits for each subject as the CSAT approaches. It is necessary not only to focus on solving all questions within the allotted time but also to practice time management considering answer sheet marking and review time. Especially for this year’s CSAT, where difficulty is hard to gauge, they urged practicing to increase accuracy to avoid mistakes on easier questions. Furthermore, instead of completely giving up on weak subjects, students should allocate their time appropriately to maintain a balanced study schedule across subjects.

Megastudy Education emphasized that it is crucial to thoroughly analyze the question trends of the September mock test conducted after the new CSAT question policy was implemented. Rather than simply studying the questions as they are, students need to develop analytical skills to solve problems. They also explained that, with the CSAT approaching, students should practice reducing mistakes to correctly answer one or two more questions.

On the 6th, students are preparing for the exam at Bangsan High School in Songpa-gu, Seoul, where the September mock test for the 2024 College Scholastic Ability Test was held. Photo by Joint Press Corps

Jinhaksa viewed maintaining a determined mindset during the remaining period as important. Students should keep the mindset of achieving their targeted study volume within a set time and strive to adapt to the rhythm suitable for the CSAT. They also advised setting aside about one to two hours of free time daily to prepare for situations where hourly plans cannot be followed.

Etus Edu stated that it is necessary to develop study strategies by subject area and performance level. Kim Min-jung, a Korean language instructor, said that for students in the top 1-2 grades, it is essential to establish a "Test Site Code of Conduct" and prepare manuals for various situations. For those in grades 3-4, she urged correcting their misreading habits by focusing on incorrect questions. Additionally, for students below grade 5, she emphasized the importance of thoroughly familiarizing themselves with EBS-linked passages to avoid choosing attractive wrong answers.

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