Here are some of the all time most-used excuses… “I’ll never use that.” “How will this ever help me?” “I don’t care about this!” “Math is boring.” And of course, the eternal… “Nope, no homework tonight!” The origin of these excuses and all the others like them is found in wanting to learn about a … Read more
At one point or another we have all crammed for a test, or at least felt as if we weren’t as prepared as we should have been. While cramming typically is not a recipe for success, there are ways to go about studying that will take less time and improve retention. First, the underlying philosophy … Read more
Finding the right math tutor can be hard. And – as always – not just any tutor will do. You want the very best tutor in the area. After all, if you’re going to set your child up with extra help, you’re not going to go half way and settle, right? Educational Connections specializes in … Read more
Looking for a tutor in Fairfax, VA can be a daunting task. There are so many questions to ask and choices to make. We’ve talked before about the signs that your child might need a tutor, but living in an area like northern Virginia makes things a little more complicated for one big reason: competition. … Read more
Many students come to EC Tutoring for help with test preparation. We have some fantastic programs for a variety of standardized tests including SAT, ACT, and SSAT. The common denominator in all of these tests: college. Preparing for college almost always includes taking the standardized tests and completing the applications. Colleges and universities have many … Read more