Many students struggle with time management, especially balancing the reading comprehension section with the essay writing task. Grammar and punctuation rules often trip up test-takers, particularly those who've been out of school for a while. Additionally, analyzing arguments and supporting claims with textual evidence requires practice that classroom settings don't always provide. Personalized tutoring helps you focus on your specific weak areas rather than spending time on concepts you already understand.

With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, a tutor can diagnose exactly where you're struggling—whether that's grammar, reading speed, essay organization, or test anxiety—and build a targeted study plan around those areas. Unlike a classroom where one teacher works with many students, personalized tutoring lets you move at your own pace and spend extra time on difficult concepts. Tutors can also provide immediate feedback on practice essays and help you develop strategies for managing the time pressure of the actual exam.

During your first session, a tutor will assess your current reading comprehension level, grammar knowledge, and writing skills to understand where you stand. They'll ask about your goals, timeline for taking the GED, and any specific areas causing you stress. From there, they'll create a personalized study plan that breaks down the RLA test into manageable pieces and sets realistic milestones for improvement.

The GED RLA essay requires you to analyze an argument and explain how the author builds their case—a skill that takes practice to master. Tutors help you understand the structure of persuasive writing, teach you how to identify author's claims and evidence, and give you feedback on multiple practice essays. This repeated practice with expert guidance builds confidence and helps you write stronger, more organized essays within the 45-minute time limit.

The timeline varies based on your starting point and how frequently you study, but most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of consistent preparation with tutoring support. If you're working through significant grammar gaps or haven't read extensively in years, you might need more time. A tutor can give you a more accurate estimate after your first session and help you create a realistic study schedule that fits your life in Tulsa.

You'll need to comprehend passages on various topics, identify main ideas and supporting details, and make inferences based on what you read. The test also requires you to analyze arguments, understand author's purpose and tone, and compare different texts. If reading comprehension isn't your strength, personalized tutoring can help you develop strategies for tackling dense passages and answering questions more efficiently.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in GED preparation and can work with your schedule. You'll share your goals and availability, and we'll match you with someone experienced in helping students master the RLA section. Your first session is a chance to see if the fit is right and to start building your personalized study plan.