MTP 2.0 Student User
Guide
Raising The Score!
This is a simple guide to effectively using the features included in the MTP 2.0
student interface.
Nancy Daves
Method Test Prep, Inc.
8/31/2011
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Contents
Getting Started – “Raising the Score” Checklist...................................................................................................... 2
Student Dashboard .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
Scores By Concept ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
Test Scores ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Quiz Scores ..................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Practice Scores ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
Words Mastered and Words Missed List ............................................................................................................... 8
Study Resources ................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Evaluation Tests .............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Lessons ............................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Vocab Builder ................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Quiz on Demand.............................................................................................................................................................. 19
Full-Length Timed Tests ............................................................................................................................................... 21
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Getting Started – “Raising the Score” Checklist
Upon first logging in to Method Test Prep, one will see the weekly checklist:
Each task has an
approximate time
assigned to inform
the user about how
long it will take to
complete.
Each week there are
several tasks
assigned; simply click
on the task to begin
working.
 Each week has about 4 tasks assigned
 Each task takes no longer than approximately 25 min
 The checklist totals 20 weeks in length
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As tasks are completed, a
green check mark will
appear next to the task
and the task completion
bar will change at the top
to notify what percent of
the checklist has been
completed.
*By following the checklist, all evaluations, lessons/quizzes, and the different
sections of the full-length timed tests will be covered
*The 20 weeks is a suggested timeline for preparation – the checklist can be
completed in less than or more than the 20 weeks depending on time allotted
for preparation prior to taking official test
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Student Dashboard
The student dashboard consists of 2 components: 1. the prep work on the left side of the
screen which consists of the lesson plans and practice questions; and 2. the results and
feedback on performance at the top of the screen
Results and feedback
Prep work
Scores By Concept
Scores by Concept will show number of questions answered correctly out of total number of
questions attempted in the different subjects. From here, students can even see a
breakdown by concept for each subject.
To see a breakdown
by concept, select
subject title.
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Smart Idea: Click on the black
arrows to sort the columns. By
sorting weakest to strongest, one
can easily identify which lessons to
review or quizzes to retake.
Students can see how
many questions
answered correctly by
concept.
Test Scores
Test Scores tab will show results from evaluation tests and full-length timed tests
Results are shown with
number of questions
answered correctly along
with score received on
the subject.
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Quiz Scores
Quiz Scores section will show results from the various quizzes taken by the student, to
include quizzes associated with the lesson plans and quizzes assigned
Click on subject
name to see results
by concept.
Cumulative scores show how many questions answered correctly
out of the number attempted related to that subject.
Smart Idea: Click on the black
arrows to sort the columns. By
sorting weakest to strongest, one
can easily identify which lessons to
review or quizzes to retake.
Here is how a student
can determine which
concept(s) has not been
mastered and needs to be
reviewed.
By comparing a student’s
percentage against the
“MTP Norm” a student can
see how they compare to
the average user.
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Practice Scores
Practice Scores section will show results from the practice questions answered from the
different subjects
Click on subject title to see a
breakdown by concept
The cumulative results will
show number of questions
answered correctly out of the
number of total questions
attempted from the practice
questions over time.
Smart Idea: Click on the black
arrows to sort the columns. By
sorting weakest to strongest, one
can easily identify which lessons to
review or quizzes to retake.
Here a student can see
how well he/she is
doing on a particular
concept or type of
question.
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Words Mastered and Words Missed List
Words Mastered and Words Missed List will show what words students have answered
correctly at least 2 times and which words have not been answered correctly
By placing the cursor over the word,
one can see the definition of the word
and the word used in a sentence.
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Study Resources
The Study Resources section hosts a number of “cram packets” for students to use as
review prior to taking the SAT or ACT.
These various documents
can be printed for review;
just select a document name
to see the packet.
*These documents should be used as a review guide just prior to testing; these should not
be used in lieu of the online preparation work
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Evaluation Tests
Evaluation Tests consist of about 15 questions which cover a range of concepts seen in a
particular subject of the SAT/ACT; the results at the end will show how many questions
were correct as well as the approximate score a student would receive on that section if
he/she were to take the official test
Second, click on Start
Test
First, click on
Evaluation
Tests
Evaluation tests are timed,
simulating the amount of
time students would get on
a given subject for so many
questions.
Students can opt to skip
a question; he/she will be
able to return to those
questions at the end.
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After attempting all questions, a student
will be prompted to return to skipped
questions
At end of evaluation
How many
questions correct
Approximate score would
get on this subject if had
taken the test
View Results will show every question along
with explanation of correct answer
o If need to stop in middle of task, this evaluation can be returned to at a later
time; student can choose to start evaluation over or continue where left off
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Lessons
Lessons/Quizzes consist of the various lessons related to the concepts which will appear in
each subject of the test; each lesson will give a brief explanation of the concept followed by
example questions and a short quiz
First, click on Lessons/Quizzes then
choose subject to see lessons
Click on lesson title
to begin
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Explanation – a student
can either read or listen
to a lesson
Sample questions
Quiz at end will test
if concept is
understood
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Each question will be timed so
student will know how long he/she
has spent working on a question;
the timer will turn red when the
student has exceeded the time
allotted to answer the question –
this is to help with pacing.
After each question,
immediate feedback is
provided
Explanation of answer
can be reviewed in one
of three ways: 1. video;
2. audio; and 3. written
*Remember: the questions are meant to be difficult. Students need to
understand that questions will be answered incorrectly; the important
thing is to read, listen to, and watch the explanations so students do not
keep making the same mistakes.
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At the end of the quiz, a
score will be provided
View Results will show every
question along with explanation of
correct answer
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Vocab Builder
The Vocabulary Builder presents students with a continuous stream of words in which
students must select the correct definition. As students work through the vocab quiz,
words will either be entered into the words mastered or words missed lists – to get in the
words mastered list, a student must select the correct definition for a word at least twice;
when a word is missed the first time, it automatically appears in the words missed list.
A word is presented and
the student must identify
the correct definition
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Students can select go to
next question to
continue with the vocab
quiz or view words
mastered words/words
missed list to review
After each word, the student is provided with feedback. If he/she
chose incorrect definition, the correct definition for the word
would be provided.
Click on the printer
icon to print list of
words mastered and
words missed
Words will only begin to appear
in the words mastered list after
the student has chosen the
correct definition at least twice.
By mousing over a word, a
student can see the definition of
the word and the word used in
a sentence.
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This is the list that
can be printed
when select print
icon; the words
along with
definitions will
print.
*Printing the vocab list is a great way for students to review their vocab while on the go
If students just want to review words and definitions without quizzing themselves, they can
go to the vocabulary list.
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Quiz on Demand
Students can create quizzes for themselves to review a specific concept(s)
To create a quiz select
Lessons/Quizzes then Quiz
on Demand.
Choose the subject
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Choose the question type
Choose the concept(s)
NOTE: multiple concepts
can be selected by holding
down the “CTRL” button
and selecting the concepts
Last - type in the number of
questions wanted on the quiz
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By hitting the submit button, the quiz will automatically begin
After each question, the student will receive immediate feedback and explanations for
correct answer
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Full-Length Timed Tests
There are two full-length timed tests in both the SAT and ACT prep program. The timed
tests will simulate the amount of questions and time a student will have to complete the
various subjects. Students can choose to complete all subjects in one sitting or complete at
different times.
To access the full-length test,
place the cursor over Full Length
Exams then select test #1 or #2
Click on Start Test next to
the subject in which want
to take
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Test is timed allowing
student the same amount
of time in which he/she
would receive on real test.
Students are able to skip
questions if do not know the
answer; students will be prompted
to return to skipped questions at
end of section.
After attempting all questions, students will
be prompted to return to any skipped
questions.
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Students will be provided with
feedback upon completion of the
subject.
Students can view their
results from here or
choose to retake the
subject.
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If a student must stop in the middle of a section, he/she will be asked if they want to
start test from beginning or resume from last question.
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Questions on full-length timed tests will not be found anywhere else in program
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