Ashley Robinson

Ashley Sufflé Robinson has a Ph.D. in 19th Century English Literature. As a content writer for PrepScholar, Ashley is passionate about giving college-bound students the in-depth information they need to get into the school of their dreams.

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The Best ACCUPLACER Practice Tests: Math, Reading, and More

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Apr 10, 2020 3:00:00 PM

General Education

If you're going to take the ACCUPLACER exam, then you're definitely going to want to take some practice tests before the big day!

Practice tests are an important part of the test prep process. They can help you gauge your progress, create focused study plans, and familiarize you with the ACCUPLACER test.

This article will tell you everything you need to know about the ACCUPLACER practice tests: where to find them, how much they cost, how they will work to your specific needs, and so much more.

There's a lot to cover, so let's get started!

 

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Does Speed Reading Work?

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Apr 10, 2020 11:00:00 AM

General Education

The amount of reading you have to do on a daily basis can feel pretty daunting when you’re a student. If making it through all of the reading you need (or want!) to do is a challenge for you, learning how to speed read can help.

But speed reading doesn’t simply mean sitting down with a book or document and skimming over it as fast as you can. In fact, speed reading can be a slightly complicated process that takes some time to learn and master. But once you get the hang of it, you’ll be able to get through your stacks of reading much more quickly. 

To help you grasp the skill of speed reading, we’re going to:

  • Explain what speed reading is and how it works,
  • Cover the four main steps involved in learning how to speed read, and 
  • Provide a list of five resources that can help you learn to speed read. 

Now, keep reading (at a normal rate) to learn all of the essential information about how to speed read!

 

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The Best 5 Tips for Writing Poetry

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Apr 9, 2020 1:00:00 PM

General Education

A poem is defined as “a composition in verse.” You’ve probably read poetry in school, like famous sonnets or even Romantic odes

Reading poetry can be tough, which means writing poetry can me even more intimidating! But guess what? It doesn’t have to be. That’s why we’ve put together this expert guide on how to write good poetry. In this article, we’re going to cover: 

  • The definition of a poem 
  • What makes writing poetry different than writing prose 
  • The 5 tips for writing poetry that you need to know
  • The best resources for writing poems of your own

So whether you’re an aspiring poet or just writing a poem as part of an assignment, we’ve got you covered with these poetry tips.

 

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Virgo Compatibility: Which Signs Are Most Compatible?

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Apr 8, 2020 12:00:00 PM

General Education

If you need a helping hand, look for Virgos: these intelligent, hard working members of the zodiac love to help others.

In relationships, however, taking care of others is just one of Virgo's appealing traits. If you're wondering who tender-hearted Virgo is compatible with, let us be your guide. In this article, we'll give you the lowdown on Virgo compatibility by doing the following:

  • Describing the core traits of the Virgo star sign
  • Explaining the character traits that make for a good and bad match for Virgo
  • Ranking Virgo compatible signs from least to most compatible
  • Offering three key takeaways for a Virgo in love

Let's take a look!

 

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The Best ACCUPLACER Study Guide to Help You Ace the Test

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Apr 8, 2020 11:00:00 AM

General Education

Many incoming college students are required to take the ACCUPLACER test before they enroll in classes. The goal of the ACCUPLACER exam is to help your college place you in the course level that’s right for you.

While you can’t fail the ACCUPLACER, doing well on the exam can ensure that you’re placed in credit-earning courses from your first day on campus. That’s why it’s a great idea to study for the ACCUPLACER exam before you have to take it. 

That’s why we’ve put together this comprehensive ACCUPLACER study guide. We’re going to cover:   

  • What the ACCUPLACER exam is, including who has to take it
  • A full breakdown of each individual ACCUPLACER test, including the main content areas tested on each exam
  • Four tips on how to study for the ACCUPLACER tests, plus info on ACCUPLACER Math study guides

Let’s get started!

 

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6 Top Tips for Taking Online College Classes During COVID-19

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Apr 6, 2020 4:00:00 PM

College Info

It’s a bit crazy to be writing a guide for transitioning to online courses because of COVID-19, but that's the reality for many college students today. COVID-19 has caused most colleges and universities in the U.S. to pause operations for the foreseeable future, and for many schools, that means transitioning to online learning. 

If you’re a college student who’s suddenly working to finish your semester of classes online, this guide is for you. In this article, we’ll answer your questions about and give you tips for how to transition to online learning due to COVID-19. We'll cover: 

  • What online learning is 
  • How to access online course content 
  • How to attend class and learn the course material
  • How to turn in assignments online 

We'll wrap things up with expert tips that can help you make the most of your online classes. So let's dive in! 

 

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What Is the IB Middle Years Program? An Expert Introduction

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Apr 3, 2020 1:00:00 PM

Early Achievers (7th/8th Grade)

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) is an international, advanced learning program designed especially for students between the ages of 11 and 16. The goal of the IB Middle Years Programme is to give students in this age group advanced learning opportunities through a curriculum that’s tailored to their developmental stage. 

To help you get acquainted with the IB MYP, we’ll provide a full explanation of the following in this article: 

  • What the IB Middle Years Programme is and who it’s for
  • How a student can benefit from doing the IB MYP
  • Where the program is available, and how to find schools that offer the IB MYP
  • What the curriculum covers
  • How the program compares to the IB Diploma Programme, and
  • The level of difficulty of the IB MYP

Now, let’s take a closer look at the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme!


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The 60 Most Important AP Gov Vocab Terms, Defined

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Apr 3, 2020 8:00:00 AM

Advanced Placement (AP)

One of the most challenging aspects of the AP U.S. Government and Politics exam is the wide array of vocabulary terms that you need to understand in order to do well on the exam. Many of these terms and concepts dig deep into the U.S. Constitution, laws and policy, and the history of U.S. politics...and there are a lot of terms to know.

This guide will help you get acquainted with 60 important AP Gov vocab terms you need to know. by dividing the terms up into key content areas that are assessed on the exam and providing straightforward definitions for each term. In addition, we'll provide three crucial strategies for studying AP gov vocab terms in order to prepare effectively for the AP U.S. Gov exam.

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What Are Good ACCUPLACER Test Scores?

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Apr 2, 2020 10:00:00 AM

General Education

For some new college students, taking an ACCUPLACER exam is the first step to enrolling in the right courses for their skill level. That’s because the ACCUPLACER is a placement test that some colleges use to determine whether you’re ready for credit-earning courses or whether you need to take a few remediation classes. 

That’s to say that if you do well on the ACCUPLACER exam, you’ll be able to start taking credit-earning courses right away! 

But what constitutes a “good” ACCUPLACER score, exactly? In this article, we’ll give you all the information you need about ACCUPLACER test scores, including: 

  • What the ACCUPLACER test is, who takes it
  • Why doing well on the ACCUPLACER exams is important
  • How the ACCUPLACER exams are scored and the score range
  • How to interpret your ACCUPLACER test scores

Then, we’ll wrap things up with our top tips for doing well on the exam. So let’s get started!

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Taurus Compatibility: Find Your Best Match

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Mar 19, 2020 2:00:00 PM

General Education

The Taureans of the zodiac are ruled by the planet Venus, named for the Goddess of Love. But what is the earthy, romantic Taurus like in a loving relationship? And what are Taurus' most compatible signs for this kind of partnership?

If you're wondering what character traits make for Taurus' best match, we can indulge your curiosity: This article gives an honest take on Taurus' compatibility with each of the other star signs by doing the following:

  • Describing the core traits of the Taurus star sign
  • Explaining the traits that make for a good and bad match for Taurus
  • Ranking Taurus' compatible signs from least to most compatible
  • Offering three key takeaways for Taureans in relationships

Let's take a look!

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What Is a Good ACT Score for Nursing School?

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Mar 19, 2020 11:00:00 AM

ACT, College Admissions

Getting into nursing school can be pretty competitive, so you might be wondering how your ACT score will affect your chances of getting accepted into your dream school. The answer to this question can vary depending on what kind of nursing program you choose, what schools you apply to, and how your other application materials look. 

Different nursing programs handle ACT scores differently, so it’s important to find out as much information as possible about the significance of ACT scores in nursing school admissions. 

In this article, we’ll help you understand how ACT scores affect your nursing school admissions chances by covering the following

  • The different types of nursing programs you can apply to 
  • The general application process for four-year bachelors of nursing programs 
  • How your ACT score factors into your nursing school application, and what a "good" ACT score is for nursing school admission
  • Explaining how ACT scores fit into the admissions process at six of the best nursing programs in the United States 
  • Giving you five expert tips for achieving an ACT score that will help you stand out in the nursing school admissions process

So keep reading to learn everything you need to know about the ACT score needed for nursing school! 

 

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The 12 Best Scholarships for DACA Students

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Mar 18, 2020 10:00:00 AM

Financial Aid

Thousands of DACA recipients graduate from U.S. high schools every year, but only a small percentage of these students go on to attend college. But many of those graduates don’t attend college because they can’t afford it.

But did you know that there are actually many financial aid opportunities that DACA recipients are eligible for, including numerous scholarships? Financial aid can help make even the most expensive colleges affordable!

We’ve composed a guide to scholarships for DACA students to help you locate and navigate the financial aid opportunities for DACA recipients. In this guide, we’ll explain what DACA is, who qualifies for DACA scholarships, and where DACA scholarships are accepted. After that, we’ll provide a list of the 12 best DACA scholarships and give you four tips for applying for DACA scholarships.

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Aquarius Compatibility: Which Sign Is the Best Match?

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Mar 17, 2020 9:00:00 AM

General Education

Aquarius is the eccentric of the zodiac. They buck convention, have quirky interests, and enjoy having a wide variety of friends that are up for analytical conversations and down for heated political debates.

But who are these nonconformists compatible with? We'll answer all of your questions about Aquarians' compatibility with the other signs of the zodiac by:

  • Describing the core traits of the Aquarius star sign
  • Explaining the character traits that make an Aquarius' best match and worst match
  • Ranking Aquarius compatible signs from most to least compatible
  • Offering three key takeaways for Aquarians in love.

Let's take a closer look at which signs make good partners, friends, and companions for Aquarians.

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Your Questions About Aries Compatibility, Answered

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Mar 4, 2020 2:00:00 PM

General Education

They love to win, they love to shine, they love to get up and move: they're Aries.

Aries is the first sign in the zodiac, ruled by Mars, and swathed in the element of fire. While you may be aware of Aries' general personality traits, you might be wondering how Aries fares in romantic relationships with other astrological signs.

If you're asking yourself, "What are Aries compatible with in terms of relationships," then keep reading: we'll paint a full picture of Aries compatibility with other signs by covering the following in this article:

  • Aries' core traits
  • What makes a good and bad match for Aries
  • A ranking of Aries' compatible signs from least to most compatible (so you can know the Aries best match and Aries worst match)
  • Four key takeaways for Aries compatibility

Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about Aries compatible signs!

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What Is College Like? An Honest Guide to College Life

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Posted by Ashley Robinson | Mar 3, 2020 3:00:00 PM

College Info

Many prospective college students want to know what to expect from the college experience before they hit campus. Does college actually match up with the idealized experience you see in movies? 

The truth about college is that it can be a lot of different things at once--exciting, nerve-wracking, adventuresome, stressful, and so much fun. 

A lot of what college will be like is ultimately up to some of the choices you make, but there are also some basically universal truths about what college is like that it’s worth learning about before you get to campus. In this article, we’ll demystify the core components of a college education for you, including academics, extracurriculars, college social life, time management, working while in school, and living arrangements. We’ll also give you five tips for getting the most out of your college experience. 

So, what is collegereally  like? Keep reading to find out!

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