Khan Academy and SAT Preparation

Sal Khan announces the success of the partnership between Khan Academy and the College Board, showing that students who practice for 20 hours on Khan Academy see a 115-point SAT score increase, double the typical gain. This improvement is consistent across gender, race, and socioeconomic groups, helping to level the educational playing field. The KH Academy offers personalized practice in math, reading, and writing, preparing students for college and life. The initiative aims to continue working with students, parents, and teachers to further enhance educational access.

Who is the founder of Khan Academy?

• Elon Musk

• Sal Khan

• Mark Zuckerberg

• Bill Gates

What is the average point gain for students practicing on Khan Academy for the SAT?

• 115 points

• 75 points

• 50 points

• 150 points

How does the point gain from Khan Academy practice compare to typical gains?

• It is half the typical gain

• It is the same as the typical gain

• It is twice the typical gain

• It is three times the typical gain

Which groups benefit equally from the SAT practice gains?

• Only female students

• Only male students

• Only high-income students

• All gender, race, and socioeconomic groups

What can students sync with Khan Academy to get personalized practice?

• Their college applications

• Their PSAT scores

• Their GPA

• Their SAT scores

What areas does Khan Academy provide practice in?

• Only writing

• Math, reading, and writing

• Only reading

• Only math

What is the ultimate goal of the partnership between Khan Academy and the College Board?

• To reduce the number of SAT takers

• To eliminate the SAT

• To level the playing field for college access

• To increase college tuition

Who does Khan Academy hope to work with to further their mission?

• Only students

• Only parents

• Only teachers

• Students, parents, and teachers