Showing posts with label college prep. Show all posts
Showing posts with label college prep. Show all posts

Thursday, August 12, 2021

College Launch Solution from The HomeScholar LLC: A TOS Crew Review

The HomeScholar

 

Disclosure: I received this complimentary product through the Homeschool Review Crew

College Launch Solution from The HomeScholar LLC




College Launch Solution from The HomeScholar LLC is a comprehensive planning course for 10-12th grades that will get you and your teen on course for college!

This online program with lifetime access is packed with over 60 hours of training to help you understand the process of launching your child to college. 

The 8 training modules cover what you need to know:
  • Core Training on the basics
  • Finding a College
  • Paying for College
  • Application Process
  • Preparing for the Launch
  • Succeeding in College
  • FAQ - with updated videos for new questions
  • Surprise Bonuses
In addition to the comprehensive training modules that includes videos, audio recording, ebooks, slides, downloads of planning information and articles - you get access to 

  • Private Facebook Community (all Customers) 
  • Monthly Accountability Emails (Group and Private Coaching members)
  • Monthly Q&A Webinar (Group and Private Coaching members)
  • One-on-one Coaching (Private Coaching members only) – Get 20 minutes of weekly email or phone coaching from Lee to get expert advice on your specific situation.

The course begins with the Core Training Module that contains tabs with information specifically for your Teen, the Parents, Being the Counselor and Coach, Understanding the Admissions process & Scholarships.  This information packed module is worth the price of the entire program (and you get so MUCH more!)


Lee Binz speaks clearly and directly to the teens - you can download a helpful workbook to take notes, and work at your own pace. She explains the entire process from start to finish with 12 sections that outline everything from how the college application process works, what tests to take, how to visit colleges, and even to how to find letters of recommendation and write winning application essays!

The core training is filled with all the information you need to get you started on a path toward college.




I love that you can work on these modules at your own pace.  Summer is my planning time, so this was the perfect chance to take a peek at the helpful checklists for my upcoming Junior, and make a plan for my upcoming high schoolers.





Another module that I really needed was the Preparing for the Launch section.  I have launched 4 of my students to college (the last one just finished her first week!) and I still fiound valuable tools and information here!  The "Prepare for Independent Living" checklist a gem - a list of practical skills that your teen will need with a checklist for discussed, demonstrated, practiced, and perfected. Absolute genius!


There is a section that covers "Unique Situations" filled with helpful tips!


The Succeeding in College module is a great tool for your students.  It covers training on how to thrive and guard your faith (a real test in college!) as well as information on improving study skills and writing skills with workshops from some favorite homeschool professionals.


The Surprise Bonuses include some of Lee Binz's best selling Ebooks, additional mini-workshops, introductory courses (if you are not quite to the college launch season) and even how to use the College Launch Solution to earn high school credit (the reading list is excellent!)


I love Lee Binz's gentle and encouraging approach.  Truly, this course will walk you thru everything you need to know about launching your students into the college world, and helping them succeed!

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Wednesday, September 11, 2019

College-Ready Writing Essentials™ from BetterRhetor: A TOS Crew Review

College-Ready Writing Essentials™ from BetterRhetor


Did you know that 50% of college freshman are not prepared for the rigors of college writing, and are required to take remedial courses?  You can avoid this costly path by preparing your student ahead of time with College-Ready Writing Essentials™ from BetterRhetor.

This online course is designed to equip your high school junior or senior with the writing skills they need for college level writing.  Students will write a research-based essay following clear, step-by-step guidance from author, founder and CEO, William Bryant, PhD, a 10 year Director of Writing Assessments with ACT.

Students work through this 25 lesson course independently, at their own pace.  The lessons detail the writing process with expert instruction in:
  • Planning- 10 lessons
  • Drafting- 8 lessons
  • Revising - 4 lessons
  • Finalizing - 2 lessons
The end result is a 3-5 page research-supported persuasive essay with support from at least 3 credible sources.  

The curriculum is contained in an easy-to-use online teaching platform, that is very similar to the platforms my college students use.  


The course offers lifetime access, and is available in two packages:  Full and Premium.  We have been using the Full package, with my high school students, and I working through the program together. The Premium package includes additional exercises and Dr. Bryant's personalized essay feedback for your student, and includes a  full Teacher's Guide PDF.

Lessons include detailed instruction written directly to the student. Each lesson is about a page of reading with links to real-life examples, as well as, downloadable exercises and worksheets for the student to complete.







Key terms and phrases are clearly explained, and a handy reference sheet is provided your student's future use.  A printable completion certificate is included in the program.

There's more, the course includes a Bonus - 8 Concepts for the Culture of College Academics article and a 30-day money back guarantee.




One of the things I really liked about this program is that you have lifetime access.  Each time my student is getting ready to write, she can return, read and refresh for her next writing assignment.

Completing this course on their own schedule, which can be quite varied, is another benefit to this well-designed course.  Students can take the time they need to think and write with the assistance of a expert college-level writing guide always available.

Each lesson is clear and concise, very easy to follow along.  My testers have been enjoying the flexibility this program offers them.

This is a valuable tool that every high school and college student should have access to.


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