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Choose a unit or topic area to see its scope and official sources. New self-study lessons will appear within this same outline as they are published.

16 areas5 curriculum tracksCurriculum outline available
Self-study lessons not yet published

These are planning areas. Grade-level scope, school pathways, and test versions can differ; use the linked standards alongside your current syllabus or test specification.

ACT English

01 Writing developmentCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Purpose, relevance, paragraph organization and cohesion.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

02 Language choicesCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Precise wording, concision, tone and style.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

03 Editing conventionsCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Sentence construction, punctuation and usage.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

ACT Math

01 Higher mathematicsCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Numbers, algebra, functions, geometry, statistics and probability.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

02 Integrated skillsCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Arithmetic fluency, proportions, measurement and multistep problems.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

03 ModelingCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Build, interpret and evaluate models across the other categories.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

ACT Reading

01 Meaning and evidenceCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Central ideas, details, inferences and relationships.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

02 Author choicesCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Purpose, perspective, structure and contextual vocabulary.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

03 Combining sourcesCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Evaluate arguments and connect texts, graphs and tables.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

ACT Science (optional section)

01 Data reasoningCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Read representations, identify trends and make predictions.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

02 InvestigationCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Variables, controls, procedures and experimental comparisons.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

03 Evidence and modelsCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Evaluate claims and alternative explanations using evidence.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

ACT Writing (optional section)

01 ArgumentCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Develop a position in relation to other perspectives.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

02 SupportCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Explain reasoning with relevant examples.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

03 OrganizationCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Arrange ideas coherently.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

04 LanguageCurriculum outline · Lessons not yet published

Use clear sentences and appropriate conventions.

Use the official framework and topic specifications to see the detailed requirements for this area. Refresh Kid self-study lessons are not yet published here.

Curriculum sources & scope · ACT English

ACT

Current test-content page plus ACT College and Career Readiness Standards

Use every standard in the section’s score-band tables. Pair these skill progressions with the current content categories; do not treat the standards as a fixed sequence of school lessons.

Curriculum sources & scope · ACT Math

ACT

Current test-content page plus ACT College and Career Readiness Standards

Use every standard in the section’s score-band tables. Pair these skill progressions with the current content categories; do not treat the standards as a fixed sequence of school lessons.

Curriculum sources & scope · ACT Reading

ACT

Current test-content page plus ACT College and Career Readiness Standards

Use every standard in the section’s score-band tables. Pair these skill progressions with the current content categories; do not treat the standards as a fixed sequence of school lessons.

Curriculum sources & scope · ACT Science (optional section)

ACT

Current test-content page plus ACT College and Career Readiness Standards

Use every standard in the section’s score-band tables. Pair these skill progressions with the current content categories; do not treat the standards as a fixed sequence of school lessons.

Curriculum sources & scope · ACT Writing (optional section)

ACT

Current test-content page plus ACT College and Career Readiness Standards

Use every standard in the section’s score-band tables. Pair these skill progressions with the current content categories; do not treat the standards as a fixed sequence of school lessons.

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Confirm your testing format and the policies of colleges you are considering. Then build a practice plan around your needs.

You can bring schoolwork, a recent assessment, or the topic that is slowing you down. Your teacher can use that starting point to identify gaps and agree on a manageable plan.

What sessions can focus on

01   English conventions and effective writing

02   Math concepts and problem solving

03   Reading comprehension and pacing

04   Optional science and writing, when relevant

A tutoring overview, not a complete course syllabus. Session content is matched to your schoolwork, level and goals.

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What a session can look like

  1. Review a recent attempt and the reasoning behind it.
  2. Work through one example with explanation and questions.
  3. Try a related problem independently and discuss what changed.
  4. Agree on practice and the next learning goal.

Before your first meeting

Have your course name, syllabus or current topic, a recent assignment, and preferred meeting times ready. For exam preparation, include your test date and a recent practice result if you have one.

Can tutoring follow my school’s class?

Yes. Share the syllabus, assignment instructions and upcoming assessments so the teacher can discuss an appropriate plan. Tutoring supports learning; it does not replace your school’s enrollment or assessment rules.

How do I choose the right teacher?

Tell us the exact course, grade, and timezone. Ask about the teacher’s recent experience with that subject, their approach, and available meeting times.

Are grades or scores guaranteed?

No. Progress depends on starting skills, practice, attendance, course demands and other factors. The plan should focus on specific skills and review progress honestly.

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