Learning Center — DAT Reading

Struggling with Reading on the DAT? Here’s a Free Tool That Can Help (Especially If English Isn’t Your First Language) If Reading Comprehension feels like your weakest section on the DAT, you're not alone. For many pre-dental students, especially those who speak English as a second language, this section can feel overwhelming. The passages are dense, the clock is ticking, and unlike the sciences, there’s no formula to memorize. But there is a way to get better. And the good news? It’s free. Why Reading Comprehension Is So Challenging Improving in reading isn't like memorizing Bio facts or formulas. It...

  The Dental Admission Test (DAT) or the Optometry Admission Test (OAT) are both standardized tests that assess students' academic aptitude and knowledge in their chosen field of study. Whether you're a native English speaker or not, the reading comprehension section of either exam can be challenging. For non-native English speakers, it can be even more daunting. Don't worry, though: with perseverance and practice, you can ace the reading comprehension section of the DAT or OAT. Read on for tips on how to improve your reading comprehension skills and be better prepared for your exam. Start by improving your vocabulary...

One of the trickiest parts of the Dental Admission Test (DAT) is the Reading Comprehension section. Even for native English speakers, this portion can be daunting because of its complexity and time constraint. However, don't fret! Here's a guide to help you boost your confidence and score well in the Reading Comprehension segment of the DAT exam.  Understand the Structure of the Test To ace the Reading Comprehension section, you must first understand how it is constructed. This part of the DAT test includes four passages, each consisting of approximately six to eight paragraphs, followed by 15-17 questions per passage....