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The LSAT is used by many law schools as a part of their admissions process. It is accepted by every ABA accredited law school and is designed to measure skills that are considered necessary for success in their programs. Whether you are starting your preparation for the LSAT or have gotten stuck part of the way through, signing up for a Boston LSAT course through Varsity Tutors could be beneficial.
If you have an interest in attending law school at a university such as Boston College Law School, the Boston University School of Law, or Harvard Law School, you may need to do well on the LSAT to have a chance at getting accepted.
The LSAT is taken on tablets that are available at the testing center. Answering a question requires you to choose an answer by tapping on the screen. Using the tablets offers a couple of benefits, including a timer that gives you a warning when you're within five minutes of the end of the exam and also the ability to flag and highlight answers you might want to review if you have extra time.
In terms of scoring, the LSAT is graded between 120 and 180 points. Your score on the LSAT is based on how many questions you answer correctly. Every question on the exam is weighted the same so the test is more concerned with how many questions you get right rather than looking at any specific question you answer correctly. Additionally, there is no penalty for answering a question incorrectly, so there's no risk in guessing if you're not sure about the correct answer.
What can a Boston LSAT class help me review?
The LSAT has four sections, which include Reading Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, and Writing. Each section is designed to measure different skills that are viewed as vital when it comes to predicting how successful you might be in law school.
Reading Comprehension consists of one section and you will have 35 minutes to complete it. This portion of the test is designed to measure your ability to read through complex passages and demonstrate that you comprehend them. The passages are designed to resemble the type of reading you'll come across in law school. The Reading Comprehension section contains a variety of different questions. Some of the questions test your ability to identify the main purpose of a passage, identify information that is explicitly stated, and also identify information that can be inferred. Other questions look at how well you can apply information to a different context, your ability to understand analogies, and your ability to identify an author's attitudes based on their tone.
Logical Reasoning contains two sections and you'll have 70 minutes to complete them. You will be required to read through arguments and exhibit your ability to analyze and evaluate them. The material on this section comes from newspapers, magazines, scholarly publications, and advertisements. The Logical Reasoning section is designed look at how well you can draw conclusions, whether you are able to reason by using analogies, and if you can recognize misunderstandings in arguments. It also examines your ability to identify flaws in arguments, whether you can identify and apply principles, and if you are able to identify explanations.
Analytical Reasoning has one section and you'll have 35 minutes to complete it. This part examines your ability to comprehend the structure of relationships and draw conclusions based on that structure. The Analytical Reasoning section tests your reasoning with conditional statements, your ability to recognize statements that are logically equivalent, and your ability to infer what could be true based on rules and facts.
The Writing section is not completed at the same time as the other sections. You can complete the Writing section online in a secure testing platform and you are given a year from the date you complete the other sections to submit your writing sample. The Writing section isn't graded, but it will be sent to any law school you decide to apply to. This section asks you to look at a problem with two possible courses of actions or possible positions. You will be asked to pick one of the options and defend it. Neither position is considered the correct or incorrect choice, but you will be expected to defend yourself by using reasoning and logic. This section is designed to test your ability to argue your decisions by using organization, clarity, and writing mechanics.
How can a Boston LSAT course help me prepare?
There a variety of ways in which a Boston LSAT class can help you prepare for the exam. Varsity Tutors' LSAT courses are based on resembling a classroom experience. You will have an instructor who guides you through your review sessions, but you'll also be working with other students. Having an instructor can be important because they can use their knowledge to help you review material that may be on the exam. This can include going over vocabulary, reading through passages, and taking practice tests, among other activities. Working with an instructor can also prove valuable in terms of getting a better idea as to the type of material you may encounter when you take the exam.
Working with other students can also be beneficial because it offers the opportunity to hold discussions and allows you to collaborate with your peers. This can be especially helpful when it comes to reasoning and logic because other students may have insight into different ways of thinking.
How can I find a Boston LSAT prep course?
You are able to choose between two- and four-week sessions based on your needs. New sessions start every week and our classes take place online. As such, it is simple to find classes that fit in with your schedule because you can take them from the comfort of your own home or anywhere else you might feel comfortable assuming you have an Internet connection. Signing up for a Boston LSAT prep course is as easy as contacting Varsity Tutors either over the phone or online.
Henry: Boston LSAT course instructor
Hello! I'm eager to help you in your education. I'm a recent graduate of Harvard College looking to apply to law school. My senior thesis was written on John Dewey's ideas of education, which I deeply believe has incredible power to transform individuals and society.
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- Harvard College - Bachelor in Arts, History
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Nick: Boston LSAT course instructor
...South America and paid my daily expenses through tutoring Chilean high school students in English. Studying for an important test is not a question of innate ability as much as it is about knowing how to maximize effort. I believe the value of a tutor comes from his ability to provide the most effective tutorials as well as his ability to analyze his student's unique learning style and approach and offer observation and advice. When...
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Isaac: Boston LSAT course instructor
I am a passionate science educator with experience teaching high school students, college students, and adults. I like to teach by building frameworks of understanding with my students, and make sure to treat each case individually.... Every student is different. Instead of covering everything taught in the class, I prefer to focus on problem areas.... I believe that learning is a personal process, and the role of a good teacher or tutor is to facilitate and guide the learning experience. Because of this philosophy, I like to push students to grasp concepts as much as possible, instead of focusing on memorization.
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Emily: Boston LSAT course instructor
...English, SAT prep, and algebra. In my years as a tutor in the MA public school system and at UMass Amherst, I have worked with both high school and college-aged students. As a camp counselor and neuroscience researcher, I have worked with infants and children from 2 months to 13 years of age. I take the time to help my students find the best learning style for them and tailor my teaching approach accordingly. I...
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Sarah : Boston LSAT course instructor
...and Literature. I earned my Juris Doctor from Boston College Law School, and I am currently practicing law in Massachusetts. Throughout my education, I have had the privilege of assisting friends and family as they worked through challenging academic subjects. I enjoy watching those I am helping grow and succeed as students and as people. My favorite subject has always been writing because I believe it is a fundamental building block to any successful career,...
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Zachary: Boston LSAT course instructor
...student is when the student realizes how fascinating a subject matter is after really mastering all of the "dry" details. When my students start internalizing the LSAT or languages I am teaching them, I know I am doing my job. I graduate summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from CUNY Macaulay Honors College in New York City, and started teaching undergraduate and graduate classes during my last year there. At Harvard, I have earned...
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Sarah: Boston LSAT course instructor
I recently graduated from Brown University with a degree in American History. I have extensive experience tutoring students to prepare for the SAT and SAT subject tests in US History and Literature, as well as teaching and tutoring students of all ages in after-school programs and religious school. I'm excited to work with you or your child either on standardized test preparation or on generally improving performance in history, English, and social studies!
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Melody : Boston LSAT course instructor
...be successful with your learning! Each of us have our own style of learning and I will work with you to best find this and YOU will learn and feel successful. I have a diverse background as a RN with a trauma, NICU, NP and specialty nursing. In addition to my law degree I also have a Masters in Science with emphasis in Psychology and Humanity. I have a Master's in Criminology and Forensics.
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Kate: Boston LSAT course instructor
...on a daily basis, is writing. I have written personaly in a variety of contexts, as a highschool student prepping college essays, as a Lafayette history major writing my thesis, as a law student writing challenging exams, and as a judicial clerk writing for judges. Not only that, but over my years as a tutor and editor, I have learned a vairety of approaches for different personalities and writing styles. In my spare time, I...
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Ri: Boston LSAT course instructor
...I'm currently pursuing my MBA. I'm equipped to tutor students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. My specialties lie in math and English, and I also offer tailored tutoring for GRE preparation. With experience tutoring students from middle school to college and even post-grad learners, I strive to make learning engaging and accessible. Having grown up feeling intense pressure to excel academically, I know firsthand how stress can take the joy out of learning....
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Eric: Boston LSAT course instructor
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Joshua: Boston LSAT course instructor
...we all come from different backgrounds with distinct experiences and values. With that, my goal is to learn as much about my students as possible and tailor curricula to each student's preferred style of learning. My goal is not only for my students to understand the subject in which they seek instruction, but understand themselves a little more and to have the tools necessary to adapt themselves to learn in new environments. I have experience...
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Mykalin: Boston LSAT course instructor
...all levels on several topics for over a decade. I have a B.S. in physics, and a master's in Nuclear Science and Engineering from WPI. I completed my second master's in particle astrophysics at the university of Strasbourg in France. I love getting students excited about learning and helping them through difficult topics. One of my favorite challenges is working with students to figure out their specific learning styles to optimize their academic performance.
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Maximilian: Boston LSAT course instructor
...in American Government from Georgetown who knows firsthand the value of hard work and dedication, especially when it comes to standardized tests. I have grown tremendously through the help of tutors and mentors, and I credit much of my success to their guidance and strategies. When I'm not working on my course work or my research projects, I enjoy biking, hiking, and reading! I look forward to passing on my tips and strategies for how...
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Katie: Boston LSAT course instructor
...from Providence College with an English major and Business minor in 2016. There, I was a Writing Tutor to students on-campus before starting a full-time job as an Associate Writer for a Boston-based financial firm. In 2017, I decided to pursue my love of education and travel by relocating to Leon, Nicaragua. There, I taught elementary, middle, and high school English classes, and tutored adults in the evenings. Since my return to Boston, I've been...
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Clare: Boston LSAT course instructor
...forward to beginning medical school in Boston this fall. I have experience tutoring individuals and small groups across a broad range of subjects (math, science, writing, grammar) and have served as a teaching assistant in both mathematics and biology. To me, meaningful and productive learning begins with connection; I enjoy getting to know my students and seek to foster a comfortable, low-stress environment in which we can work together to capitalize upon strengths and interests,...
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Arjun: Boston LSAT course instructor
...representing and applying those principles. I can help you solidify your understanding of those principles and hone your methods. During sessions, I usually take an official test question as a point of departure. I stress the ways in which the question reflects general themes and the ways in which the methods used to solve the question can be applied to other questions. It is important to recognize patterns readily but to work out the solution...
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Keeling: Boston LSAT course instructor
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Jonathan: Boston LSAT course instructor
...we are engaging with the words and ideas of others and measuring them for their value, use and relevance. Thinking is never done in total isolation anyway but rather is always a social exercise and activity. The best teaching and learning then, I think, allows us to consider knowledge, from the most practical to the most abstract, as both social exercise and activity. This means, as exercise, that we get comfortable with the necessary repetitions...
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