Methodology and Editorial Policy

Bar exam preparation is a high-stakes endeavor. As an independent provider of MBE practice tests, we understand the responsibility that comes with helping future attorneys prepare for one of the most challenging professional exams in the United States.

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Our guiding principle: NCBE-aligned content meets evidence-based learning science

This page outlines how BarPrepHero's question bank was developed and how we help you study effectively.

Our mission extends beyond helping you pass the bar exam - we aim to ensure you develop the analytical skills and legal reasoning that will serve your entire career.

Our Content Sources

NCBE-Licensed Questions

BarPrepHero is licensed to use official practice questions from the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE). These questions are presented exactly as provided by NCBE - we cannot modify licensed content. This means:

  • Authentic format: Questions mirror the exact style, length, and complexity of the real MBE
  • Authoritative content: Legal principles tested reflect NCBE's subject matter outlines
  • Official quality: The same rigor applied to actual bar exam questions

Original MBE-Style Questions

In addition to NCBE-licensed materials, our question bank includes original MBE-style questions developed specifically for BarPrepHero. These questions were:

  • Authored by law professors: Written by experienced legal educators with expertise in bar exam subjects
  • Reviewed for accuracy: Each question underwent legal review to ensure correct answers and sound explanations
  • Aligned with NCBE outlines: Topics and difficulty match the official MBE content outline

Together, our NCBE-licensed and original questions provide comprehensive MBE preparation covering all tested subjects.

Question Standards

All questions in our bank - whether NCBE-licensed or originally authored - meet these standards:

  • Legal accuracy: Correct answers verified against authoritative sources; majority/minority rule distinctions noted where relevant
  • No tricks: Questions test legal knowledge, not reading comprehension traps
  • Clear explanations: Each answer includes reasoning that teaches the underlying rule
  • Real exam format: Style, length, and complexity mirror the actual MBE

Our Learning Methodology

Why pedagogy matters for bar prep

Knowing the law isn't enough - you must retrieve that knowledge under pressure. BarPrepHero includes features designed to maximize your learning efficiency.

Challenge Bank

Questions you answer incorrectly are automatically saved to your Challenge Bank. Review and retry your trouble spots until you master them.

AI Study Assistant

Available on every question page. Ask follow-up questions, request clarification on legal concepts, or explore related topics - all through a Socratic dialogue approach.

Immediate Feedback

Detailed explanations right after each question maximize learning while the material is fresh.

Subject-by-Subject Practice

Focus on your weak areas or work through all seven MBE subjects systematically.

Our Team

BarPrepHero's learning methodology is overseen by Steven Litvintchouk, M.S., Chief Educational Researcher at Elegant E-Learning, Inc. Steven holds degrees from MIT and Columbia University and is a member of ACES: The Society for Editing.

BarPrepHero is developed by Elegant E-Learning, Inc., founded in 2010. Our portfolio spans multiple high-stakes exam preparation platforms serving over 11 million users with a proven track record in professional certification prep.

Our approach combines:

  • Legal accuracy - NCBE-licensed content plus professor-authored questions
  • Learning science - Evidence-based features like Challenge Bank and AI assistance
  • Proven scale - Experience serving millions of test-takers across certification domains

Feedback Policy

How to Report an Issue

  • Use the "Report an Issue" link on any question page
  • Or email info@barprephero.com
  • Include the question text and your concern for faster review

What We Can Address

  • Original questions: We investigate all reports and make corrections where warranted
  • NCBE-licensed questions: Per our license terms, we cannot modify NCBE content; however, we track and escalate reported concerns
  • Technical issues: Platform bugs or display problems are addressed promptly

Editorial Independence

BarPrepHero operates independently from:

  • Law schools and their rankings concerns
  • Commercial bar review course competitors
  • Any organization that might bias our content

Our sole commitment is to your bar exam success. No external organization or advertiser influences our question content, explanations, or methodology.

About Elegant E-Learning, Inc.

BarPrepHero is a product of Elegant E-Learning, Inc., founded in 2010.

Our portfolio includes professional certification prep platforms across multiple domains: driver education (DMV, CDL), healthcare (CNA, NCLEX), and legal education. Together, these platforms have served over 11 million users.

Our cross-platform experience in high-stakes exam preparation informs everything we build.

Last updated: December 2025