Episode 9 of the podcast is all about test day! Dave and Jon outline exactly how to study in the 72 hours prior to an LSAT, dos and don’ts for the day before, tips for the morning-of (including some warm up advice!), and even suggestions for minimizing stress and anxiety at the test center. As part of that discussion you’ll get answers to common questions like “which sections or concepts offer the most opportunity for last-minute improvement?” and “how do I keep prepping but ensure I don’t burn out?” You can find the episode embedded below, but make sure to subscribe/follow and rate/review on … [Read more...]
1 Week Until the LSAT: Last-Ditch Efforts and How to Make Them Work
Before we begin, let's get one thing out of the way. If you haven't already studied for the LSAT for at least 1-2 months, there is little you can do in the last week before the test. Yes, life can get in the way and even the best-laid plans go astray. Unfortunately, you cannot cram for the LSAT. It's a test of how you think, not how much you know.Unlike most knowledge-based tests, the LSAT measures whether you possess the skill set necessary to excel in law school. For example: close reading, critical reasoning, rule application, and information synthesis. These skills develop over time, … [Read more...]
Two Weeks to the LSAT? Here’s How to Study
So the LSAT is in exactly 14 days. That may not sound like a lot of time--and if you're just getting started you've certainly got your work cut out for you--but I think you'll be surprised at just how much progress you can make in two weeks with the right approach.So let's talk a bit about exactly how to maximize the value of the days ahead. In short, how, with only two weeks and likely a mountain of materials, to get the most out of the hours remaining to you.The key to effective practice, particularly with the type of time constraints mentioned, is recognizing that the volume of work … [Read more...]