Plateau Pulverizer RC
7:00 pm
1.5 hrs
All levels
Recording
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We’re here to destroy plateaus. Every week, we’ll start with a 20-30 minute discussion about a plateau-busting topic. We’ll implement intuitive changes to move beyond your plateaus and bring hope and fun back to LR and RC.
Syllabus
Test 41, Passage 1 — Copyright law
Highlights
Ala, what if I’m doing everything you’re telling me about how to read a passage but I’m still feeling lost in the questions? Today, we talked about what it looks like to refine your process after reading a passage. Doing the work upfront is necessary but it’s not sufficient to get questions right. In Logical Reasoning, first you have to attack and take apart the argument. But when you get to the question, you have to refine your attack into a prediction. And finally you need to keep your bar high as you move through the answer choices. In Reading Comprehension, after you’ve constructed the story, you have to be able to take your understanding of the passage and hone in it some minor way to answer the question in front of you. And then you have to refuse to pick answer choices that betray the passage. All of this is work that you do to refine and apply your understanding/attack to actually answer the question. After our discussion, Ala read with three wonderful volunteers and reviewed the two toughest questions.
Ala Jalli
Ala understands that the LSAT can feel like an odyssey. She wants to help you slay the same monsters she’s faced. Reading Comprehension is her favorite section because it gives you the answers for free.
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LSAT Journey: 145 → 176
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Ala really knows what she's doing! She is thorough, sentence by sentence, in each class and makes sure she fully and clearly answers questions. I really enjoy her teaching style where she interacts with students throughout the class.Donovan G.
Ala always kills it! Comes in with great insight from her LSAT journey and stays after to answer any and all questions surrounding the right mindset.Colleen H.
Really appreciate the pace at which Ala walked through the passage. It wasn't rushed. She gives the class time to digest and think about what the author is saying.Laura A.
Ala is amazing!!! Her feedback and explanations are top-tier and she's so good at meeting students where they are at and and giving specific study strategies and advice accordingly. I've seen so much improvement in RC and LR thanks to her- can't recommend her classes enough!!Meredith E.
Ala is an awesome instructor. She made her class so fun with authentic, meaningful class participation.Leiloni H.
Awesome class. I appreciate the safe space in which I am able to discuss my fears/anxieties/struggles that are affecting my performance. I appreciate the encouragement Ala offers and the space to hear others' struggles. Loved her insight on perfectionism.Anonymous
Ala is an awesome instructor!! Her classes are super engaging, and she's able to pack in a lot of key insight per question. 10/10 Would definitely recommend her classes!Dom D.
Ala’s approach to RC makes this section seem much easier to overcome. So many say RC is the section you have the least potential to improve upon. But Ala’s optimism about how we students can improve is truly a welcome sentiment. I highly recommend her class to all skill levels!Sam S.
Game changer for RC. Helped me go from 1-2 right to 0-1 wrong. I cannot recommend Ala's classes enough. She makes passages relatable and keeps you engaged. She answers student questions very well and makes sure everyone is understanding those jargon sentences.Anonymous
Ala is the perfect LSAT teacher for RC especially. When I first signed up for live classes, one of her classes was the first I attended. Immediately I started seeing improvement in my understanding of the exam. She taught us how to read by slowing down and she emphasized accuracy. This style of reading was one I was totally new to. Once I started trying it in practice however, not only did my understanding increase as mentioned before, but I started seeing and am still seeing an upward trend in my scores. I feel like a better reader in general because of Ala. Beyond class, Ala's soothing ambiance and transparency regarding her own LSAT journey is something I found encouraging. The conversations she allows students to have with her before and after class make it feel like we are not alone on our studying journeys, which is helpful for those who may be struggling with loneliness or feeling isolated. She is a huge mental health advocate and an overall kind soul. Learning from her has been an honor.Leah M.
Ala does an excellent job of breaking down her approach into very small steps. I have been studying with the demon for 4 months and her breakdowns are helping me break into getting harder LR & RC questions consistently correct.Pierson H.
Ala is the best! She makes RC understandable and exciting. She helped me gain the confidence to destroy passages. She is a wonderful LSAT mentor who wants to see you succeed!Lexi L.
Ala stresses the importance of making predictions. I've learned it's a way to check if you really understood the passage (translation) & attacked the flaw enough before heading to answer choices.Briana M.
Ala is amazing! Her explanations are clear and thorough and she is very caring. She truly wants us to succeed on the LSAT and beyond. The more I tune into her classes, the more I see that the LSAT can be easy.Kelso C.
Ala is great. She really encourages participation which helps everyone get the most out of a class. Even when you want to pull your hair out at a question, Ala’s calm, comforting demeanor will help keep you centered so you can still knock that question out of the park.Umair W.
Ala is a great tutor and an amazing person to talk to about anything LSAT. With regards to the passage, she took her time and really explained what each sentence was saying and how it all came together. She also went above and beyond and clarified questions after the lesson and really highlighted best practices when it comes to drilling/timed sections.Crissy G.
Ala helps break down passage into digestible pieces so you understand the author's POV and purpose of the passage. She takes her time to answer any questions along the way so that you're more confident tackling RC questions.Xavier J.
Ala truly embodies being a human first, and her approach to teaching is ever so welcoming and grounding. Her teaching carries with it much impact and stretches far beyond the depths of the LSAT. She is straight to the point, articulate in her responses, and leaves an impression that allows one to feel a sense of humility and care. Her ability to be candid is engaging and inspiring. I am thoroughly grateful to experience Ala's classes.Amelia B.
Ala is personable, respectful, and so genuine and kind in her teaching style.Michael M.
Ala is awesome! She is very thorough and thoughtful with how she approaches RC, and she does a great job of demonstrating her thought process.Misty N.
Ala is such a calming, kind, and relatable teacher. She takes her time and never rushes through the questions.Xander K.
Ala is an incredible teacher! I can't recommend her classes enough. She's so supportive and encouraging. She is also great at modeling exactly what engaged reading looks like. In the process, she shows us that the LSAT makes sense. I always leave class feeling more confident and prepared.Anthony S.
Ala is an excellent instructor. The time she takes at the beginning of classes to address topical matters in a practical way is invaluable. Her thorough and inclusive approach to breaking down each question has enabled me to advance in my approach to RC and LR.David F.
Ala was the first teacher to really get RC to click for me. She helped me understand the answers are right in the passage in a way that just didn't quite make sense prior. I also like the structure of her classes.Joey C.
Ala makes RC so approachable and fun. I struggled with RC for so long until I started studying with Ala--and then things started clicking for me. Breaking down every clause in the passage along with her guidance is so helpful. RC really is not that difficult and Ala's class has given me so many useful insights and tips.Michael T.
Ala is great at explaining why the wrong answers are wrong, and why the right answers are right on LR and RC. She's great at answering questions and gives amazing advice.Patricia L.
I find the structure of Ala's classes very helpful to my understanding and ability to attack RC. I like when Ala reads the passage and allow students to dissect each sentence. This allows me to be more engaged with the class and watch others struggle a bit with the ability to solve the message together.Tziporah T.
I love Ala's class! She has really helped me break down RC and see the connection between each sentence in the passage. If you are feeling overwhelmed with RC, definitely check out her class.Nick C.
Ala does a great job of providing focused feedback while also being incredibly supported of students' perspectives.Daisy H.
RC is one of my tough sections and Ala really breaks down the passage is like making worlds but RC version!!! I love that on the first two paragraphs she has a student put it into their own words to make sure we are seeing what they are saying in a dumb down version which makes it so much easier to retain the information!Andrew B.
Ala handled tough questions lobbed by students with patience and exceptional knowledge. Coupled with these skills, she also is incredibly approachable and has a real passion for pushing students to reach new heights in their LSAT journey. I can't recommend her classes enough.Varshini K.
Ala is the RC angel! I have struggled with RC for so long and her class gives me so much confidence. I love how we read in class, it's not just her reading and breaking it down, but we break each sentence down with her. I use the same reading method that we practice together in class when I prep by myself and have improved so much.Maya H.
Ala's classes are great, she creates an open environment for any questions or thoughts regarding the RC passage or LR questions. I appreciate her attitude and patience in working with students to get to a point of understanding.Kelsee L.
Ala is an amazing teacher. She breaks down the LSAT in ways that are easy to digest. Her biggest strength is her ability to instill confidence in her students.Fernando M.
Ala's classes are very thorough and her analogies provide a great, different way of understanding fundamental parts of the LSAT and test-taking strategies.Sokbom Y.
She explains the essential parts of LR very clearly. She is also great at letting student concentrate on her class. I really love to participate in her LR class.Raymond S.
Ala is an excellent instructor! Her teaching style is approachable and non-intimidating, making learning a comfortable experience. Ala comes across as authentic and relatable, which adds to her effectiveness as an educator. Ala’s contributions are invaluable to the Demon, and her teaching approach sets a great example for others to follow.Celina C.
Ala is SO GOOD at helping put RC passages in perspective and pick the right answer with full confidence!Lexi L.
Ala engages with the class so well. She asks participants to digest the passage while reading together. Her class is welcoming and helpful!Kaitlyn G.
I loved Ala's discussion at the beginning of class about a way to bust plateaus. She doesn't just read the passage to you, she teaches you how to do RC well!Makayla R.
Ala's teaching drastically helped me improve my reading comp score, by training my brain to make sense of each sentence in the passage. She is great.