Curriculum

Provide teachers with a sustainable sequence of lessons and experiences to master what matters

Our mastery-based test prep curriculum provides a true course of study, with scaffolded course modules and instruction that aligns state standards to what’s actually measured on required assessments. Ready-to-use materials include scripted lessons, PowerPoint slides, and student workbooks—eliminating prep time and allowing teachers to focus on the classroom.

Curriculum

Equip teachers with ready-to-deliver lessons aligned to the skills measured on high-stakes tests

A mastery-based curriculum that gives teachers a sustainable, structured sequence of resources to help students build the skills—and confidence—they need for success on test day.

Master What Matters: A Test Prep Framework for Success

At MasteryPrep, we know that effective test preparation isn’t just about cramming information—it’s about mastering the skills and strategies that lead to real success. That’s why we designed our curriculum and lessons around the Master What Matters framework, which focuses on three key areas: Content Mastery (70%)Test Mastery (20%), and Time Mastery (10%).

Content Mastery

While time management and test-taking strategies support student success, they can only go so far. True success on required assessments depends on knowing the content.

Test Mastery

Test-taking is a skill that can be learned like any other. In every lesson, students practice essential techniques that help them succeed on required assessments.

Time Mastery

Every lesson includes timed practice and pacing techniques, helping students build the time-management habits they need to succeed.

Learn more about the “Master What Matters” framework on our blog.

Standards-Aligned, Skill-Building Instruction

Students need more than test-taking tips; they need to know the content.
  • Scaffolding builds mastery of essential reading, writing, math, and science skills
  • Designed around test standards, bridging the gap with what’s actually assessed
  • Focuses instruction on high-impact, non-negotiable skills that move scores
Mastery for the ACT Deleting Commas Lesson Snippet

Realistic Assessment Experience

What students practice is what they’ll face on test day.
  • Questions are modeled after official item types
  • Students learn to navigate variations and complexities of real test formats
  • Builds familiarity, confidence, and resilience under pressure

Teacher-Ready, Classroom-Friendly

We reduce prep time so teachers can focus on teaching.
  • Scripted lessons streamline planning and delivery
  • Slide decks, workbooks, and answer keys included
  • Works in core classes, targeted intervention, after-school, and high-dosage tutoring

Built-In Pacing and Practice

Time management is learned through routine, rather than cramming.
  • Every lesson reinforces pacing techniques and timed practice (for timed assessments)
  • Students build stamina and efficient work habits
  • Fits into existing instructional time or supplemental blocks

MasteryPrep Curriculum Features

Student workbooks for each subject

Ready-to-use scripted lessons and PowerPoint slides 

Practice sets that reinforce learning through test-aligned questions

Entrance tickets that introduce the lesson’s central skill, and exit tickets for a brief mastery check

Foundational activities that help students build necessary skills to take on different question types

Other Products:

Professional Development

Expert training on MasteryPrep and assessments with coaching and observation for your team.

Practice Testing & Analysis

Rigorous practice tests that surface skill gaps with instant reports providing a roadmap for gains.

Curriculum

Ready-to-use lesson plans, PowerPoint slides, and student workbooks to eliminate prep time.

Online Course

Adaptive learning paths with engaging microvideos for equitable access to non-negotiable skill-building.

Bell Ringers

Daily warm-up exercises that reinforce the essential skills measured on the assessments.

Boot Camp

Engaging, high-impact workshop addressing essential test taking strategies to boost scores in one day.

Professional Development

Expert training on MasteryPrep and assessments with coaching and observation for your team.

Practice Testing & Analysis

Expert training on MasteryPrep and assessments with coaching and observation for your team.

Curriculum

Ready-to-use lesson plans, PowerPoint slides, and student workbooks to eliminate prep time.

Online Course

Engaging microvideo courses for equitable access to non-negotiable skill-building.

Bell Ringers

Daily warm-up exercises that reinforce the essential skills measured on the assessments.

Boot Camp

Engaging, high-impact workshop addressing essential test taking strategies to boost scores in one day.

curriculum Customer Reviews

What educators and students say:

"We’re hearing teachers talk about the benefits of using the books. We’re seeing them in classrooms, open on desks, with students actively working through them."

"The specificity of the MasteryPrep teacher edition changed things for us. You don’t need a subject-specific background to use the materials."

"It was one of the few programs I’ve implemented where teachers had zero teacher complaints."

"Teachers realized it’s not about sending students to a computer and walking away. It’s about guiding them, encouraging them, and helping them see progress.”

*Unpaid testimonials. Results vary.

Mastery for the ACT Deleting Commas Lesson Snippet

Ready-to-use materials include scripted lessons, PowerPoint slides, and student workbooks for each subject eliminates prep time for teachers.

Authentic Questions and Items

True reproductions of official assessment questions prepare students for all variations they will encounter on test day.

Student carrying a MasteryPrep curriculum workbook

Focused Learning

A focus on the most critical, non-negotiable skills students can improve on set them up for success on the required assessment.

Implementation

Mastery-based learning fits into existing classroom time and alternate instructional sessions, providing ultimate flexibility when trying to reach students.

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See what MasteryPrep can do for you. Learn more about our standardized test prep curriculum today.