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Superior Curriculum Development

Thorough research is foremost in determining course content. We analyze thousands of past exam questions to identify the student skills being tested. We watch for trends, new question-types and changes in level of difficulty -- we apply appropriate syntax, format, tone and style to question creation. We have learned to balance the amount of in-class instruction and home practice with the nature and complexity of each question-type. In designing this material, we employ research from five years of past exams to ensure that all our questions are reflective of the actual exam.

All of our writers are experienced college faculty. Because teaching complements our writing, we understand how students learn and how to write test preparation material for maximum results. We continue to use an extensive evaluation procedure whereby students and instructors provide evaluations after every course and their comments are incorporated into the newest editions.

Effective Classroom Technique

Our classroom technique has proven effective in ensuring student success. Via diagnostic testing, we assess students' ability and enable them to gain familiarity with differing test sections. Our program instruction is goal-oriented. Each question is designed to mimic questions on the actual exam, in both level of difficulty and question-type. Instructor lectures ensure that students understand the exact nature of each question-type, and will teach students how to dissect and understand a variety of question structures. We encourage students to use problem-solving techniques for different questions so that they can see how the questions are formulated. Understanding the test maker is imperative in scoring well on the exam.

Comprehensive instructor manuals coach instructors to better their performance. Exercises and reinforcement simulate the actual test taking experience. Every course day is scripted for the teacher. We have even included answers to anticipated questions and "Tips and Tricks" about test taking. Our goal is to ensure that students experience no surprises on the actual exam.

Our in-class materials are also supplemented by Home Study student books that build on the concepts and strategies presented in class and reinforce learning. Thus, practice, practice, practice is the theme right up to the exam.

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Superior Customer Support

Step-by-Step Start Up Procedures and Assistance

From the moment you become a Fairfax Lectern subscriber, we are with you all the way. Our experienced staff will be delighted to share with you success stories and insights from other subscribers, advice on hiring effective teachers, assistance in selecting locations and scheduling your courses, and any other form of support that might help you launch your programs quickly and easily.

Program Pricing Strategy

We can help you to determine the best pricing strategy for your program by assisting you to analyze the following factors:

• Local competition
• Overhead costs and "break even" course enrollments
• Effective "Early Bird" discount
• Target population variables; i.e., amount per hour students are willing to pay for preparation courses in your area
• Offering special stipends (i.e., travel, good student, etc.)

We have experience with high schools through four-year universities, and our vast network of subscribers enables us to draw information that will be relevant to any school situation.

Marketing Consultation

• Subscribers receive our unique Marketing Guide, complete with easy-to-follow methodologies for promoting your programs.
• On-call, toll-free consultation with our Marketing Specialists.
• Complementary review of your own advertising and publicity materials.

Ongoing Administrative Support and Technical/Curriculum Advice

Our professional staff is available by telephone throughout the calendar year and includes specialists in the following areas:

• Curriculum Development & Graphic Design
• Marketing & Sales

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