Loren Deutsch, Executive Director and founder of LAS, Inc., explains the distinction between content and process, and why delivering support at the point of need is so crucial for academic development.
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Why do medical students come to LAS, Inc. for academic support?
People outside of the health sciences are usually surprised to discover that support services and remediation plans are not uncommon in medical education. In medical education, students must learn in a time-sensitive framework. This requires strong organization and self-management skills … Continue reading
Practice, Practice, Practice Questions
I have never met a student who enjoyed taking standardized tests. On the contrary, common reactions to these tests include frustration, anxiety, and even downright panic. High stakes testing like the ACT and SAT is especially troubling for my students … Continue reading
Video: The LAS Approach to Common App Essays
Last month, Jeff, one of our scholastic managers, wrote about his approach for helping his students tackle the Common App Essay. We followed up with him for a brief interview about how LAS, Inc. helps students zero in on the … Continue reading