Pros and Cons of an LSAT Prep Course
It is very important to evaluate yourself before deciding on what LSAT prep course you will take because self-evaluation helps you identify your capacity in terms of proficiency and need for an LSAT prep course.
Below are tips on picking the right LSAT prep course for you:
• LSAT Diagnostic Test
Before choosing your LSAT prep course it is advisable to take an LSAT diagnostic test. An LSAT diagnostic test can help you identify your current proficiency level, your strong points and weak areas that you need to improve. You can actually take an online LSAT diagnostic test to determine your skill level.
The following should be measured after the test:
- Score (overall and individual questions)
- Section score
- Time (overall, section and individual questions)
- Weak areas
- Strong areas
Once you have taken the LSAT diagnostic test you can identify the LSAT prep course suited for you. In addition, knowing your study habits is a good way to know what LSAT prep course you should take. It is very important to consider the following:
- Your study preference (alone or with a group)
- Your commitment to your study time
- Your self-motivation and discipline when studying
If you have carefully evaluated your self then it is time for you to decide on what LSAT prep course you will take. There are several advantages of enrolling in an LSAT prep course such as you will be able to save time because your studying is structured and supervised. In addition, you will receive motivation and guidance as well as immediate evaluation of your mistakes. An LSAT prep course also gives you the opportunity to interact with other students, which can stimulate learning.
On the other hand, some likely disadvantages of taking an LSAT prep course, aside from the fact that it can be very expensive, is the possibility of ending up with a course that has a poor lesson outline, poor quality study materials or incompetent teachers or faculty. Any of the above factors will have an effect on the quality of your preparation.
The following are factors that make up a good LSAT prep course:
- Systematic study outline
- Competent teachers or faculty
- Individual student focus
- Good practice questions and evaluation on mistakes
- Effective review methods
- The LSAT prep company's reputation
These are just some of the things that you need to study and carefully consider when you pick an LSAT prep course. However, taking an LSAT prep course does not automatically mean that you will pass the exam. Always remember proper practice and preparation is the key to obtaining a high LSAT score.
