Best Mike Bergin Podcasts (2024)

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David: Poet, Warrior, King Part 8 (Ken Wiest) 07/28/24 38:16

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584. USING THE DESMOS CALCULATOR IN DIGITAL TESTING 33:18

1h ago33:18

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Powerful graphing calculators can provide potent math problem solving advantages for students that know how to use–and can afford–them. What is the impact, then, when everyone has free access to leading edge calculation tools? Amy and Mike invited educator Kyle Terracciano to explore using the Desmos calculator in digital testing. What are five thi…

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David: Poet, Warrior, King Part 7 (Sebastian Ramos) 07/21/24 42:49

3h ago42:49

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The Score, Ep. 10 The Hidden Formula for SAT Score Gains 25:12

2h ago25:12

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Unlocking the Code for Substantial, Lasting Score Increases on the SAT (and ACT) In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker, founder of Walker Prep, delves into the hidden formula for achieving significant score gains on the SAT and ACT. With the release of the digital SAT, Dave focuses on the SAT but notes that the principles discussed apply equall…

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583. THE VALUE OF THE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS PROCESS 24:46

1h ago24:46

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When Ralph Waldo Emerson suggested that it's the journey, not the destination, that matters, he may not have had higher education in mind. That said, applicants often overlook what really matters on the road to college. Amy and Mike invited college consultant Arthur Smith to explore the intrinsic value of the college admissions process. What are fi…

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David: Poet, Warrior, King Part 6 (Josh Bachand) 07/14/24 37:50

7h ago37:50

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The Score, Ep. 9 Does Choice of Major Affect College Admissions? Insights from Lisa Marker-Robbins 29:03

2d ago29:03

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Unlock College Admissions Success: Why Choosing a Major Matters In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker, founder of Walker Prep, welcomes Lisa Marker-Robbins, an independent educational consultant and founder of Flourish Coaching. With over 25 years of experience and having guided over 4,000 students, Lisa draws from a wealth of insight into how …

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582. THE NEED FOR TESTING SITES IN CALIFORNIA 25:32

4d ago25:32

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California is the most populous American state with a veritable cornucopia of exceptional and reasonably well-funded high schools. Why, then, do Californian teens need to travel hundreds–and sometimes thousands–of miles to sit for the SAT or ACT? Amy and Mike invited student Sebastian Gillmore and educator David Blobaum to discuss the need for test…

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David: Poet, Warrior, King Part 5 (Mark Bergin) 07/07/24 49:05

6d ago49:05

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The Score, Ep. 8 The Art of Storytelling for College Admissions and Beyond with Sam Severn 27:15

9d ago27:15

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Why Stories Matter Now More than Ever: Insights from Award-Winning, New York Times Best-Selling Ghostwriter, Book Doctor, Screenwriter and Writing Coach Sam Severn Walker Prep founder Dave Walker sits down with Sam Severn, a renowned ghostwriter, book doctor, screenwriter, and writing coach. They explore Sam's fascinating career and how his experti…

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581. COLLEGE DOCUMENTATION FOR HOMESCHOOLERS 27:17

11d ago27:17

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The bespoke nature of homeschooling can be a great advantage for tailoring education to a student’s individual needs. However, those differentiated programs present challenges when the time comes to apply to college. Amy and Mike invited education consultants Michele Evard and Holly Ramsey to review the intricacies of college documentation for home…

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David: Poet, Warrior, King Part 4 (Mark Bergin) 06/30/24 50:59

17d ago50:59

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The Score, Ep. 7 The 'Meta' of Test Prep with Mike Bergin, Founder of Chariot Learning 25:24

17d ago25:24

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The Game Behind the Test: How Understanding the 'Meta' Can Help You Win Big on the ACT and SAT Walker Prep founder Dave Walker sits down with Mike Bergin, president of the National Test Prep Association and founder of Chariot Learning. They delve into the 'the meta' of standardized tests, exploring how shifting your paradigm to fit the “game behind…

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580. THE PARENT TRANSITION FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO COLLEGE 26:55

23d ago26:55

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We focus so much on our teens getting through high school and into college yet spend little time looking at the space between or how everyone involved needs to change and adapt for success. Amy and Mike invited educator Dr. Andrea Malkin Brenner to discuss the parent transition from high school to college. What are five things you will learn in thi…

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David: Poet, Warrior, King Part 3 (Mike Bartlett) 06/23/24 46:19

1M ago46:19

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The Score, Ep. 6 Why Practice Is (almost) Enough with ACT & SAT Expert Rob Schombs 40:54

24d ago40:54

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Join Walker Prep founder Dave Walker as he talks with ACT and SAT expert Rob Schombs about why, when it comes to test prep, practice is (almost) all you need. Asked and Answered: *Why online tutoring can be better than in-person tutoring. *If practice is so important, who needs test prep tutors? *What’s the difference between practice that works an…

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579. A SCIENTIFIC APPROACH TO TEST TAKING 26:57

27d ago26:57

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When the most important exams in our lives tend to be meticulously crafted instruments based research, statistics, and standards, a sloppy and spontaneous approach just won’t cut it. Amy and Mike invited educator Russ Hanush to outline a scientific approach to test-taking. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Why is general knowledg…

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David: Poet, Warrior, King Part 2 (Mike Bartlett) 06/16/24 36:37

1M ago36:37

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The Score, Ep. 5 How to Get a Debt Free College Degree with Dave The Scholarship Coach 28:41

1M ago28:41

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Dave the Scholarship Coach helped his child win over $95,000 in college scholarships. Tune in to hear his incredible story and invaluable insights. Plus, a special announcement you don't want to miss! In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker sits down with Scholarship GPS founder Dave the Scholarship Coach, who now dedicates his time to coaching s…

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578. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT TRANSFERRING 27:08

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While choosing a college feels like one of the biggest decisions of your life, choosing to leave one may be even more difficult. That said, swapping the wrong school for the right one can do wonders for your grades, mental health, and future prospects. Amy and Mike invited college advisor Jaime Smith to explore what you should know about transferri…

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David: Poet, Warrior, King Part 1 (Mike Bartlett) 06/09/24 46:05

2M ago46:05

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577. TEST PREP PROFILE: Alex Pint 17:12

2M ago17:12

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Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Alex Pint, the owner and founder of Pathway Prep in Kansas City! Alex attended Kansas State University, where he received a BS/MS in Architectural Engineering. To earn some extra money during college, he got a campus jo…

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576. TEST PREP PROFILE: Remy Zaken Andersen 16:24

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Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Remy Zaken Andersen. Remy is a graduate of Columbia University, where she majored in Psychology with a focus on social cognition and emotion. A former professional actress, she serves as a strong role model for students…

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575. TEST PREP PROFILE: Jason Hankins 11:41

2M ago11:41

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Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Jason Hankins, who graduated in the year 2000 from Milwaukee School of Engineering with a Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering and a minor in Business Administration. Jason works full time as a Software Engineer and part-…

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574. TEST PREP PROFILE: Loni Lebanoff 17:06

2M ago17:06

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Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Loni Lebanoff founded CogniTutor with a simple mission: help millions of students Learn to Learn. She is an international teacher who, to name a few, has worked with doctors in Vietnam, taught English to Italian children, an…

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The Score, Ep. 4 Why Too Much Practice Is Hurting Your ACT or SAT Score 14:54

1M ago14:54

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Are your ACT or SAT scores going nowhere fast? Learn why the key to achieving your dream score may be to practice less! Struggling to improve your SAT or ACT scores despite endless practice? You're not alone. Many students find themselves stuck in a rut, mindlessly grinding through practice tests without seeing significant improvements. In this epi…

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573. TEST PREP PROFILE: Mike Settele 18:16

2M ago18:16

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Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Mike Settele, the founder of Settele Tutoring, an SAT prep company that specializes in creating user-friendly SAT resources. Mike has published thousands of hours of SAT lessons on his YouTube channel, which are watched…

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Titus 3:8-15 Part 7 (Mike Bartlett) 06/02/24 44:03

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572. HOW TO GUARANTEE CAREER SUCCESS AFTER COLLEGE 28:41

2M ago28:41

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An undergraduate education should never be mistaken for a job training program. That said, gainful employment is usually the obvious expectation after graduation. Amy and Mike invited educator Bill Coplin for thoughts on how to guarantee career success after college. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Why is coursework alone not e…

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The Score, Ep. 3 Is It Actually Possible to "Game" the SAT or ACT? 29:54

2M ago29:54

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Are You Gambling with Your ACT or SAT Scores? In this Episode of The Score, Walker Prep Founder Dave Walker Explains Why "Vegas Tactics" Might Be a Risky Bet. Discussed in this Episode: What Are Vegas Tactics? The Downside of Playing the Percentages Common Bogus “Strategies” to Avoid Should Vegas Tactics Ever Be Used? For even more in-depth answers…

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Titus 3:1-8 (Mark Bergin) 05/26/24 44:34

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571. WHO SHOULD TAKE THE CLT? 24:10

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Now that we’re moving back to more of a test-required college admissions paradigm, the pressing question for most students regards which test to take. In some cases, the answer is not as binary as you might expect. Amy and Mike invited counselor Becky Priest to explore who should take the CLT? What are five things you will learn in this episode? Wh…

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The Score, Ep. 2 How Does Digital SAT Scoring Work? 23:10

2M ago23:10

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Feel left in the dark about digital SAT scoring? You're not alone! In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker, founder of Walker Prep, breaks open the "black box" of digital SAT scoring and guides you through the complexities of the new system. Discussed in this Episode: The Differences Between the Paper SAT's "Classical Test Theory" and the Digital…

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Titus 2:11-15 Part 5 (Mike Bartlett) 05/19/24 40:39

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570. TOOLS AND TIPS TO BUILD YOUR EDUCATIONAL PRACTICE 30:44

2M ago30:44

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For many teachers, tutors, counselors, and coaches, the actual delivery of insight, expertise, and service comes easy. Creating and maintaining business structure and processes, on the other hand, can be an ongoing challenge. Amy and Mike invited educator Danny Pernik to explore tools and tips to build your educational practice. What are five thing…

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The Score, Ep.1 "Easy" Ways to Increase Your ACT or SAT Score: Learning Question Types 33:15

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In this episode of The Score, ACT and SAT tutor Dave Walker from Walker Prep explains why learning to identify question types is a relatively painless way to increase both your confidence and your score. Walker Prep has been helping students achieve exceptional gains on the ACT and SAT since 2014. In the Walker Prep podcast, Dave draws from his exp…

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Titus 2:1-10 Part 4 (Sebastian Ramos) 05/12/24 40:46

3M ago40:46

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569. HOW TO PERSIST TO COLLEGE GRADUATION 25:25

2M ago25:25

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Getting into your best fit school usually feels like the prize at the end of a long and grueling journey, but the next step in the undergraduate adventure has really just begun. Will you emerge victorious, degree in hand? Amy and Mike invited college consultant Beth Howland to share insights into how to persist to college graduation. What are five …

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Titus 1:10-16 Part 3 (Mike Bartlett) 05/05/24 45:03

3M ago45:03

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568. HOW STUDENTS USE GENERATIVE AI 25:52

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The artificial intelligence genie is out of the bottle, and there’s no way to put it back in. All we can do is learn to live with AI as productively as possible. No surprise, today’s youth are leading the charge from middle school to college. Amy and Mike invited ed tech expert Annie Chechitelli to describe how students use generative AI. What are …

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Titus 1:5-9 Part 2 (Mark Bergin) 04/28/24 49:46

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567. GETTING READY FOR THE AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A EXAM 27:50

3M ago27:50

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The Advanced Placement exams represent some of the most challenging subject-specific standardized tests a high schooler might ever take, and AP Computer Science is no exception. Amy and Mike believe that every test warrants smart, serious preparation, so we invited educator Edward Lee to share valuable strategies, insights, and resources for gettin…

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566. GETTING READY FOR THE AP LITERATURE EXAM 32:48

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The Advanced Placement exams represent some of the most challenging subject-specific standardized tests a high schooler might ever take. Amy and Mike believe that every test warrants smart, serious preparation, so we invited educator Christy Shriver to share valuable strategies, insights, and resources for getting ready for the AP Literature exam. …

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565. GETTING READY FOR THE AP CALCULUS AB OR BC EXAM 24:28

3M ago24:28

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The Advanced Placement exams represent some of the most challenging subject-specific standardized tests a high schooler might ever take. Amy and Mike believe that every test warrants smart, serious preparation, so we invited educator Shayda Moshirvaziri to share valuable strategies, insights, and resources for getting ready for the AP Calculus AB o…

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564. GETTING READY FOR THE AP GOVERNMENT EXAM 25:46

3M ago25:46

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The Advanced Placement exams represent some of the most challenging subject-specific standardized tests a high schooler might ever take. Amy and Mike believe that every test warrants smart, serious preparation, so we invited educator Dan Corrigan to share valuable strategies, insights, and resources for getting ready for the AP United States Govern…

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563. GETTING READY FOR THE AP PHYSICS 1 EXAM 27:00

3M ago27:00

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The Advanced Placement exams represent some of the most challenging subject-specific standardized tests a high schooler might ever take, and AP Physics 1 is no exception. Amy and Mike believe that every test warrants smart, serious preparation, so we invited educators Jennifer Boughton and John D’Alessandro to share valuable strategies, insights, a…

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Titus 1:1-4 Part 1 (Mike Bartlett) 04/21/24 45:37

3M ago45:37

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562. TESTING POLICIES AND EDUCATIONAL EQUITY REVISITED 27:42

3M ago27:42

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Theories that standardized testing impeded equity in admissions decisions drove the pandemic-era test optional movement. With a few years of real-world data, we can now examine the accuracy of those theories. Amy and Mike invited student advocate Dr. Yoon Choi to revisit the review of testing policies and educational equity. What are five things yo…

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Faith and Work Sunday - (Mike Bartlett) 04/14/24 44:32

4M ago44:32

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561. POWER DYNAMICS IN COLLEGE ADMISSIONS 28:07

3M ago28:07

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Students and their families anxiously awaiting acceptance letters often feel helpless throughout the college admissions process. Little do they realize how quickly the advantage can shift in their favor. Amy and Mike invited educator Debra Landesberg to explore the concept of power dynamics in college admissions. What are five things you will learn…

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