Biology Requirements for a Chemistry Major

Biology Requirements for a Chemistry MajorStudents interested in a career in chemistry often find that they need to take some basic biology courses before enrolling in their first chemistry class. For example, if you want to enroll in a biochemistry course, you will need to get pre-biological science coursework under your belt. Chemistry majors must also take biology courses to meet the minimum requirements for the Biology major.Even if you have already taken some general science courses, they don't mean that you are a chemistry major. Any student who wants to earn a chemistry degree must take biology. While there are other science courses that students can use to satisfy the biology requirement, these courses are not commonly offered. The courses that meet the biology requirement should be chosen carefully to ensure that they give the student the best overall education.The biology requirements of the chemistry major can include Biology electives in general study. For example, a chem istry major would need to take an elective that focuses on how biology affects human beings and their actions. This elective would involve the genetic and molecular biology that underlies modern day research into the causes of disease.Biology courses can also teach students how to properly handle laboratory equipment. Students are expected to know how to correctly operate basic laboratory equipment, such as syringes and pipettes. Students can also learn how to develop cell-culture experiments with specific growth media. It is important for a chemistry major to understand how to correctly use lab machinery.Along with biology courses, a chemistry major is also expected to study how to properly analyze chemical compounds. This includes learning about identifying the differences between compounds using different methods. Students can learn about related compounds through structural analysis, which shows the similarities and differences between compounds.In addition to these requirements , students must also fulfill the biology and chemistry requirements for their degree. This means that most students must take some biology courses before they can graduate. However, it doesn't mean that all biology courses are required to graduate.If a student chooses to complete their degree at another university, it is important to learn the Biology requirements from that university. All chemistry majors must have complete and comprehensive knowledge of biology requirements in order to prepare them for a career in the life sciences.

Practicing Deliberately for the SAT and ACT

Practicing Deliberately for the SAT and ACT Every SAT or ACT tutor is familiar with this request, which can come from students or their parents: “Can we take extra practice tests? I can come in every weekend between now and the test. Can you give me more tests to take at home?”This question comes from a good place the student wants to work hard and improve her SAT score and it’s preferable to the alternative, which is a totally unmotivated student. However, is endless repetition of practice tests really the best way to prepare for the SAT or ACT? I’d argue not.What’s wrong with taking as many practice tests as possible?When this scenario plays out in real life and students crank out practice test after practice test, this is typically what happens: they have good intentions of grading the practice test and reviewing their errors soon after the test is over. But as usual, homework and extracurriculars get in the way and at best, the test is graded but not thoroughly reviewed. Then the next weekend rolls around, the student takes another practice test, didn’t learn from his mistakes last time and lo and behold, makes the same errors again.Here’s the problem: the longer this cycle of test-taking continues, the likelier it is that the student is actually practicing and reinforcing bad habits. If the student is prone to careless errors, simply taking numerous tests only trains him to make the same careless error over and over. If the issue is not understanding a specific concept the remainder theorem, for example seeing that question repeatedly won’t help him actually learn the concept. Repeated exposure does not automatically lead to improvement.The best way to prepare for the SAT and ACT: deliberate practiceEnter the concept of deliberate practice. Deliberate practice, as defined by author and performance-improvement expert James Clear, is “a special type of practice that is purposeful and systematic…[it] requires focused attention and is conducted with the specific goal of improvin g performance.”Clear adds that “[d]eliberate practice always follows the same pattern: break the overall process down into parts, identify your weaknesses, test new strategies for each section, and then integrate your learning into the overall process.”Rather than taking a test every weekend, a student engaging in deliberate practice would take 3 or 4 practice tests strategically placed throughout her SAT or ACT prep. After each test, she would review the correct answers and methodically work back through most questions she missed, looking for patterns and areas of weakness and learning how to do better on the next test.The mechanics of deliberate practice in test prepCan you practice deliberately for the SAT or ACT on your own? Of course, just like you can start a fitness regimen or train for a marathon on your own. With enough personal discipline, good information, and a system for getting feedback on his performance, it’s possible for a motivated student to train for the big test by himself.However, most of us benefit from the expertise of a coach, trainer or mentor who can quickly spot issues with our approach, give specific feedback, and recommend course corrections. That’s the role of our tutors here at AJ Tutoring. Our tutors are experts on the SAT and ACT who can efficiently figure out how to improve their students’ scores with targeted feedback.Test prep at AJ Tutoring includes completing several full-length practice SATs or ACTs, preferably proctored and timed at our office. During the following tutoring session, the tutor grades the practice test and reviews it with the student. We dig into the problems the student missed, looking for patterns and common mistakes, and find ways to keep those mistakes from reoccurring.As we’re reviewing a student’s missed questions on a practice test, we pay attention to why a student is missing a question. Generally the missed question falls into one of two categories: a careless mistake or a content mistake (or sometimes both).A careless mistake can take a few forms, but it often involves misreading the question or doing the math incorrectly. This is a problem the student knows how to do, but goofed on the mechanics. A content mistake, on the other hand, arises when the student doesn’t actually know how to do the math required by the problem. By discerning why the student is missing the problem, we get a step closer to addressing those issues on future practice tests and on the real thing.That’s the goal of deliberate practice. Deliberate practice done well means that students can take “only” 3 or 4 full-length practice SATs or ACTs and still be very well prepared for their test. And fewer practice tests means more free time for other important things whether that’s schoolwork, sports, or just daydreaming and sleep.

Learn English Verbs Expressing Sounds - English Lesson via Skype

Learn English Verbs Expressing Sounds - English Lesson via Skype There are lots of verbs in the English language that express different sounds. How do we distinguish them? Well, hopefully this blog will give you an insight in to some of the English verbs expressing sounds. Many of them can also be used as a noun.Lets get started. English Verbs Expressing Sounds DRONEToday we associate this word as a noun connected to these flying gadgets controlled by a hand held device.However, as a verb we can express a sound that someone makes when they go on and on about something in a very monotonous boring voice.It can also relate to a humming noise similar to that made by bees.Example: My boss is very boring, he drones on at work every week about compliance. Compliance, compliance that’s all I seem to hear all week!!GASPWhen you are struggling for air or when you try swimming under water without breathing you come to the surface gasping for air.Informally we sometimes use it to describe when we are very thirsty on a hot day and in need of a cold drink.Example: I’m gasping, could you pass me the bottle of water.A GASP as a noun is this sound people make when they get a little shock.For example, if you are in an audience watching a show and an acrobat is trying something quite dangerous the audience gasp when he almost falls.YELLA Yell is a loud sh out we make when we want to be heard about the noise of everyone else or we yell when we are perhaps annoyed.Example: There was a large noisy crowd in the train station. I was waiting for my friend and I had to yell so that he could hear me.My neighbours are always arguing. I can hear them yelling and screaming at each other most days.Keep reading, theres more. English Verbs to Talk about Sounds - Infographic Enjoyed this infographic? Here’s what you can do next: English Sound Verbs CHANTA chant is a simple song or melody normally repeated several times.For example, football fans chant the names of their favourite players when watching a football match.Example: Messi was playing another great name and after he scored the winning goal the fans chanted his name for the remainder of the game.MOANWe are probably all familiar with this. We all moan from time to time when we don’t want to do something or something is not right.Children in particular moan when their parents constantly ask them to do something.Example: Ah mum do I have to. I don’t want to go to the supermarket. It ‘s boring, why do I have to go ? Why can’t I stay at home with Dad? That is a real moan.SNORTThis is like an animal sound. Usually associated with pigs. Pigs snort. Humans can also snort.To snort is usually a sign that we are unhappy about something and the noise comes from the nose not the mouth.Example: Did you see the neighbours got a new car? Huh, he snorted, another one. They ar e always changing their car!SCREAMA familiar sound for those of you that have children.The loud scream of a crying baby.The frightened scream whilst watching a scary movie.These are all examples of this high pitched noise.People scream to show they are angry or to get attention when they are being ignored.Example: She screamed at her husband because he refused to apologise.WHIMPERThis also a sound we make when we complain but it is usually a quiet soft sound the opposite of a scream.A dog that has been scolded for misbehaving is likely to whimper.Similarly a child who has been scolded by its parents might do the same.Example: The child whimpers a low sob holding back the tears: I’m sorry I didn’t mean it. Can I play with my toys, please?BOOWhen we do not like something we are watching or disagree with someone’s performance in particular where we have paid money to watch the performance.The opposite fans in a football match will often boo the player from the other team who is about to take a very important penalty kick.Or they will boo a player on the opposite team who once played for their team.Politicians are always booed when they make speeches before an election.Youre doing great, 11 more to come! English Verbs Expressing Sounds CHEERThis is the opposite of to boo. We cheer when something good happens or the speech is right on the money (what we want to hear).A loud cheer could be heard coming from the football stadium. The home team had obviously scored a goal.Example: He cheered when he heard the news that the hostages had been released.POPThis is quite informal. We can pop a balloon (when we burst it) it is the noise the balloon makes if we blow it up and then burst it by sticking a needle into it.We pop a bottle of champagne to celebrate. When we open the bottle and take out the cork the champagne pops.Example: It was New Years Eve and when the Church bells rang you could hear the sound of champagne corks popping in the restaurant.SIZZLEThis is a hot sound. When we cook meat in a frying pan or on a BBQ you can hear the meat sizzle as it cooks.Example: I always enjoy the sound of sausages sizzling on a pan when I make hotdogs for the family.We also use this verb to express the feeling if we lie too long i n the sun.Example: I lay on the beach and sizzled in the sun.HISSAnother animal like sound. Snakes hiss.It is also the noise made when the air escapes from a ball or a car or bike tyre.Example: I could hear the sound of hissing air as soon as I drove over that broken bottle. My tyre was flat (no air/ punctured) in no time at all.BLARETo blare is also to scream but we usually use this to refer to something happening in the background like a loud TV set or someone playing music on a radio very loudly.Example: Do you have to have that music blaring all night. The neighbours will complain again. Please turn it down now!TINKLEThis is a quiet sound, like a small bell.The bell on a bicycle tinkles when we ring it to warn someone we are behind them.The small bells inside a Christmas tree decoration tinkle when you shake it.Example: Emily touched the tiny bell and shook it gently, the soft sound tinkled in the air. CLINKWe mentioned earlier about the popping of champagne corks when we celebrate New Year.When the champagne is poured into the glasses we clink our glasses together and say cheers as a sign of the celebration.Also when someone wants to get everyone’s attention, for example at a wedding.Example: He gently clinks his glass: And now Ladies and Gentlemen it’s time for the speeches!SWISHUsually, a noise we associate with curtains or long dresses as they move in a certain direction.At night time we often close (or draw) the curtains by pulling on a light rope or string and the curtains swish as the close.A dog can swish its tail as it wags it when happy.RATTLEWe rattle something when we shake it. The sound of a rattle is a short sharp noise when we shake a box or tin.Example: He rattled the package to see if he could guess what was inside.An impatient child at Christmas might rattle his presents to find out what he got.The rattlesnake one of the worlds most deadly snakes makes a rattl ing noise as it moves its tail.RAMBLETo ramble is to talk for a long time but not with any great structure or organisation.A person who rambles usually forgets what he was originally talking about and gets easily distracted.Example: The old professor loved to talk about history but in the middle of his lecture he would often start talking about politics or economics and ramble on for a long time.SQUEAKThis is again associated with animal noises.A squeak is a quiet little noise often made by mice and similar rodents.Someone who speaks very gently can also be said to squeak. It is a short quiet shrill like sound.New shoes often squeak when we first wear them.Floor boards squeak when we walk on them.Example: We literally cannot walk along the entire first floor without the sound of squeaking boards.

Can I teach English abroad without knowing the local language (or being bilingual)

Can I teach English abroad without knowing the local language (or being bilingual) There are two common misconceptions when it comes to requirements for teaching English abroad: I can’t teach English abroad if I don’t speak the local language. I need to know a foreign language to teach English abroad. Well, no need to worry, we’re here to quash these common misconceptions for you! Can I teach English abroad if I don’t speak the local language? The short answer is YES! You can absolutely teach English overseas without speaking the local language of your destination country. To teach English abroad all you need are these two things: Fluency in English Bachelor’s degree (any major) Read this: Here's where you can teach English abroad without a degree! So why don’t you need to speak the local language? Well, let’s face it, as a native English speaker you’re an expert! Many employers actually PREFER that you don’t speak their local language, at least in the classroom. When it comes to learning a new language, what is one of the first pieces of advice you’ll get? Immerse yourself in the language you are trying to learn! Whether that means going directly to the source and living amongst the locals that speak the language you’re learning, or if you take a language course that speaks only that language - you’re sure to pick up a few things! If you find you’re a bit intimidated to teach English without knowing the language your students are fluent in, that’s okay! There are plenty of non-verbal tools and resources to help you effectively teach your students English without speaking their language in class, including: Pictures/posters Objects Body language Picture dictionaries Using these types of tools can help you demonstrate the meanings of certain words or phrases, using them to depict things like: Opposites Synonyms/Antonyms Kinds of... Etc. This way, rather than translating word for word from your students’ local language to English, students will be able to actively learn what you are teaching them - without relying on you to do the work for them! Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. Do I need to be bilingual or know a foreign language to teach English abroad? Like we mentioned already, you don’t need to speak the local language to be able to teach English overseas. But do you need to be bilingual, or speak a foreign language? Sure, being able to speak more than one language will definitely provide you with certain skills or perspectives while in the classroom. The most basic being that you can empathize with your students, you know firsthand what it’s like to learn a new language. But is that skillset required? Nope! You are being hired because you’re fluent in the language you’re being hired to teach - English! Speaking another language, or multiple languages for that matter, are not required for the majority of ESL jobs. Okay, so you know that you don’t need to speak a foreign language to actually teach English abroad, but there are two more questions you may have about speaking another language: How will I be interviewed if I don’t speak the language? What about actually living and thriving abroad? When it comes to being interviewed, stop stressing! Since employers are hiring you because of your expertise as a native English speaker, you will more than likely be interviewed in English. This is also a great reminder that you likely won’t be the only English speaker at your new job. More often than not, some of your colleagues will speak some English, even if it’s just conversational or a basic understanding. Great, so you know you can teach abroad without knowing another language, but what about actually living abroad? Getting by in a foreign country when you don’t speak the language Living and working in a different country and culture can be a lot to take in. There’s no denying that you may experience a bit of culture shock while you transition into your new home and teaching opportunity. But a great way to help manage that experience is by taking some time to learn a few key phrases and terms of the local language you are going to be surrounded by - just to help you get comfortable and thrive during this new adventure! Don’t forget, while your students will be immersing themselves in the English language in your classroom, you’ll also be immersing yourself in their language and culture throughout your stay in your destination country. Whether your teaching contract is one semester or one year, you’ll definitely pick up some basic words and phrases of the local language. Well, now you know! You absolutely do NOT need to speak the local language, or another language for that matter, to teach English abroad. Teaching English in a truly immersive classroom (while it may be a bit challenging at first) will ultimately push your students to actively learn what you are teaching them. You’ve been hired because you’re in demand, you’re a native English speaker â€" and there’s no better way for your students to learn a new language than by diving in, and immersing themselves in the English language. PLUS, there are lots of useful tools and teaching approaches that you learn through a TEFL certification course. These courses, like the one offered by Teach Away and the University of Toronto OISE, are designed to give you the tools and skills you need to teach English abroad - no other language necessary! For more FAQS related to teaching abroad, check out the links below: What qualifications do I need to teach English abroad? Can I teach English abroad if I’m a non-native speaker? Will I face age restrictions teaching abroad? How can I land a job teaching English abroad without experience? After you’re done brushing up on the need-to-know info, what are your next steps? First things first, can you check these two things off your list? Fluency in English Bachelor’s degree (any major) If you checked yes to both of those things, then you can start applying! So get the application ball rolling by visiting the Teach Away job board today. Good luck!

20 Unique Resources to Make You a Master of Online Language Learning

20 Unique Resources to Make You a Master of Online Language Learning 20 Unique Resources to Make You a Master of Online Language Learning Everyone and their grandmother is on Facebook.Yep, you might have noticed that things are a lot different than they were ten years ago.Being someones friend means being subjected to an endless stream of their vacation photos.You can now arrange to have 1500 live ladybugs delivered to your doorstop without ever getting out of your bathrobe, much less leaving your house.To put it simply, we are living in the middle of a revolution. A revolution that is fundamentally reshaping every aspect of our lives, a revolution that involves more cute cat pictures than any other revolution in the history of revolutions.And just as the Internet has revolutionized the way people write reviews for everything from pirates to public bathrooms, so has the Internet revolutionized the way people learn languages.The best part of learning a language on the Internet these days is the sheer number of resources waiting just a mouse click away. Combine that with the fact that you can mix and match them in any wa y you choose, and youre pretty much sitting on top of the world.Youre likely already aware of the more obvious resources, such as online language courses and programs, but believe it or not, the possibilities actually extend much farther than that.The Internet offers many nifty tools geared towards specific needsâ€"whether connecting with native speakers, practicing your writing or finding language learning communitiesâ€"and those are what were going to focus on today.So if youre looking for some interesting resources to supplement or kick off your language learning, youve come to the right placeâ€"lets take a look at some exciting new tools for language learning that wouldnt be possible without this beautiful and weird thing called the Internet. Why the Future of Language Learning Is OnlineBut is it really possible to learn a language online?A reasonable question. After all, immersion is key in learning a language, and by immersion I dont just mean immersing your face in your com puter screen.Heres the thing, though: Books and traditional courses are very imperfect ways of learning a language when just used by themselves. Sure, online language learning is imperfect, too, but when you look at how many awesome tools are out there (well get to that part in a minute), youll see that its actually a lot less imperfect than you might think.Id argue not only that you can learn languages online but that you should learn languages online, and that in a decade the Internet will be the only place to learn languages outside direct immersion (remember how much can change in a decade?).In other words, Ill bet good money that in a few years the question will be not Is it possible to learn a language online? but How did people ever learn languages before the Internet?How can I be so sure? Partly because of the flexibility of online language learning (when learning a language over the Internet, you can create your own language learning regimen by drawing on however many onlin e resources you want), partly because of the easy access to native speakers the Internet gives language learners (from language exchanges to online writing correction) and partly because the Internet lets you study language in entirely new ways (Ill bet your high school Spanish textbook didnt have any interactive vocab games).But hey, I wouldnt want you to take my word for itâ€"which is why Ive put together this list of some of the different kinds of language learning resources that simply dont exist offline and some of the best examples of each kind of resource.As already mentioned, the list below is focused on great resources for supplementing and supporting anyones language learning, resources that fill specific needs rather than offering a complete guided experience.If youre looking for a full-fledged online course, however, check out this list of the best language courses, or give FluentU a try for a one-of-a-kind structured but flexible experience that puts the best of online language learning in one place for you.  FluentU takes real-world videosâ€"like music videos, movie trailers, news and inspiring talksâ€"and turns them into personalized language learning lessons.Once you give a few of the tools below a whirl, I have a sneaking suspicion youll come away agreeing with me that the future of language learning is online!20 Unique Resources to Make You a Master of Online Language LearningOnline Language ExchangesThe best way to learn a language is to speak it. Having conversations with native speakers will teach you a language faster than any possible study technique. And short of buying a one-way ticket to a country that speaks the language youre trying to learn, the best place to find native speakers to talk to is probably the Internet.Through online language exchangesâ€"partnerships in which you help someone with a language you speak in exchange for them helping you with one they speakâ€"the Internet is connecting language learners with native speaker s en masse in a way that just wasnt possible in the analog age. So whether youre looking to step up your written communication game or work on your spoken language skills, here are some of the happening places to get in on armchair language exchanges.italki  â€"  italki lets you search potential language exchange partners and set up an online language exchange for free. English speakers are hot commodities here. If youre less interested in the teaching and more interested in the learning side of things, you can also search the paying marketplace to set up a conversation with a native speaker in the language of your choice or (for a little more money) start Skype lessons with a professional language teacher. (To shop around for the right fit, you can also do discounted trial lessons.)The Mixxer â€"  The Mixxer is another good place to look for language partners at no cost. You can set up Skype exchanges or use your language buddy for written corrections. Language instructors can also sign up for teacher permissions to make language exchanges happen for an entire class.InterPals  â€" On the written side of things, InterPals is the go-to site for getting connected with a pen pal in the language of your choice. Just be aware that although you can search specifically for language exchanges, InterPals isnt specifically a language learning community, so while you might run into some other people looking to improve their language skills, youre also likely to encounter some characters making propositions that have little to do with language learning (see InterPals Confessions for a window into the dark side of online pen pal networks).Speaky  â€"  Speaky is a relative newcomer to the language exchange scene and as such is a little more obscure than some of the others on this list, but it has some slick features that make it worth looking into. Like an online dating service, Speaky has a matchmaking algorithm that tries to pair language learners based on common interest s. Instead of relying on Skype, Speaky provides language exchange tools you can use from your browser or even from your phone if you download their Android app.CoffeeStrap  â€"  CoffeeStrap matches you with language partners based on shared interests and provides software for having conversations using text, voice or video. Built into this software are tools for tracking your language learning progress, and according to the developers, future versions of the software may actually use the content of your conversations themselves to find your most compatible conversational partners.Tips for Using Online Language ExchangesTry out online language exchanges with as many different people as you can. The more people you talk to, the faster youll learn. Youll also find some people who seem like better matches for your learning style, so try to hang on to them!Keep a list of any questions you cant find answers to that pop up in your regular language learning so you can bring them up with a l anguage exchange partner.Online Language TutorsLanguage exchanges are a good way to get talking with native speakers, but if you want some more focused lessons and are willing to pay up, you might want to think about getting in touch with an online language tutor, too. With sites offering online language tutoring, you can browse marketplaces of freelance language tutors, reading reviews and comparing prices, to find the best match.Couchteacher.com â€"  Couchteacher.com is an open marketplace for online language tutors. Lessons typically last 30 minutes over Skype, and payment is through PayPal. Its also easy to sign up as a teacher if you want to hawk your language teaching wares.Verbling  â€" Verbling offers both one-on-one tutoring and small group lessons. Private lessons typically last 60 minutes. The process for becoming a teacher is slightly more involved than at Couchteacher, but theres still a large pool of teachers at different rates to choose from across many languages.Wyza nt â€" Did you know that you can find local tutors online too? Wyzant allows you to see whos available for tutoring in your region. Not only will you be able to connect with tutors online, you may well find someone whos willing to tutor over Skype or Google Hangouts. Plus, youll always have the option to meet up in person, if thats something youd like to do!Tips for Using Online Language TutorsIf you want to get into the whole Skype learning scene, plan ahead how you want to balance your time between online tutors and online language exchanges. You might find that it works best to start with an emphasis on Skype lessons and then move towards doing more language exchanges as you become more advanced.Most tutors will offer free trialsâ€"take advantage of this option and look around for a good fit!Online Writing CorrectionYou know that crowdsourcing works because the Internet is overflowing with kind souls willing to write Wikipedia articles, translate texts and otherwise work for free . But did you know you can put these folks to work helping you learn a language onlineâ€"by having them edit your writing?One way to get input from native speakers on your writing is to get an online language exchange going at one of the sites listed above. However, if you have something youve just written and want to get some feedback on it without going to the work of setting up a language exchange, you can just upload it to a free online writing correction service and wait for a volunteer to get back to you with editsâ€"usually within a few hours to a few days.Online writing correction services provide a narrower learning experience than online language exchanges, but theyre a great way to get your writing looked over by a native speaker on the fly, especially if youre trying to learn a language on a busy schedule. Of course, they only work because of altruistic netizens willing to do a little good old-fashioned volunteer work, so when you have a chance, try to return the favor a nd correct someone elses writing, too!Lang-8 â€"  Lang-8 is the most popular place to get your writing corrected online. They have a broad and active user base covering dozens of languages, so youre likely to get a quick turnaround once youve made a post.Correctmytext.com  â€"  This  is a more recent arrival to the online writing correction scene. They have fewer users, fewer languages and slightly longer turnaround times than Lang-8, but they have a cool unique featureâ€"when you submit a text, you can request to have a native speaker record a spoken version of the text in addition to editing it. Plus, given the smaller user base, your contributions will definitely be making a difference here if you want to help out on the correcting side of things.Tips for Using Online Writing Correction SitesTry keeping a regular language learning journal and uploading some of the entries for feedback.Follow up on any corrections you have questions about!Online Vocabulary ToolsOne of the hardest parts of learning a new language can be getting all that new vocab to stick in your brain. On bad days, it can feel like youre trapped under a mountain of unfamiliar words.True, with some smart vocab learning strategies you can cut back on the amount of learning by rote needed, but in the end, building up a full vocabulary in a new language just takes a certain amount of repetition.Luckily, though, a new generation of online language learning tools are taking the pain out of vocab learning, one new word at a time. It turns out that learning vocab is a lot easier if you let your computer do the planning so you can focus on the actual learning.By using  FluentU, you automatically get the benefit of this type of learning through  spaced repetition, multimedia flashcards  and a personalized vocab-tracking experience.By helping you track your progress, space new words in a way that facilitates learning, pair words with images and so on, online vocab software makes studying vocabulary fas ter and funner than ever before.Ba Ba Dum  â€" Ba Ba Dum offers a set of straightforward vocab games that involve getting points by matching images with words. You just have to visit the site to play, although you can also set up an account to track your progress.Memrise  â€" Founded by a neuroscientist, Memrise is best known for its flashcard system, which includes mnemonics on flashcards and uses tricks like the spacing effect (repeating flashcards fewer times over longer intervals to help you learn more efficiently). Using Memrises flashcards is a great way to let your computer steer your language learning to help you learn more quickly.Anki  â€" Anki is a powerful flashcard program that, like Memrise, uses spacing techniques to help you learn more efficiently. You can also set priorities on words, add as many “sides” to each card as you want to test different kinds of information and synchronize your cards across multiple devices. Getting set up with Anki requires actually i nstalling software on your computer, but the extra effort getting started comes with more degrees of freedom in terms of how you want to organize your language learning.Byki  â€" Before You Know It (Byki) is a flashcard program available in both a free and more comprehensive paid version. The underlying learning algorithm can be a bit less flexible than Anki in terms of adapting to your progress, but some might find that Bykis interface is easier to get used to.Lingro  â€"  Lingro is a nifty dictionary for online language learners that lets you load a website and click on words you want to look up. Once youve selected a word, you can add it to one of your word lists for later review.Tips for Using Online Vocabulary ToolsUnlike paper flashcards, electronic flashcard programs like Anki and Byki let you create audio flashcards, tooâ€"take advantage of this feature!Like writing correction sites, online vocab tools are a godsend for people trying to learn a language on a busy scheduleâ€" theyre a perfect on-the-bus language learning activity.Hammering home new words through repetition is very helpful, but its also important to use the words in context. Online vocabulary tools and language exchanges complement each other nicelyâ€"the former is great for familiarizing yourself with new words and getting them to stick while the latter is a chance to use them in a real-time communication setting. Use these tools to double-team your vocab learning, and try to coordinate between them so youre covering new words in both settings.Online Language Learning ForumsThe Internet puts us in touch with all sorts of people wed never otherwise have any contact with. If youve ever read the comments section of an online news article, you might not consider this greater access to humanity necessarily a good thing. But even if it means tolerating the occasional troll, the connecting power of the Internet can help you find like-minded communities of language learners.Being in touch with o ther language learners is a great way to pick up new language learning tricks, keep up with whats happening in the language learning world (especially on the Internet, with snazzy new online language learning tools popping up almost daily) and get input on any questions or problems that arise on your language learning journey.UniLang  â€" UniLang has a general language forum as well as a wide array of forums dedicated to specific languages.Linguaholic  â€" Linguaholic has a general language forum and several language-specific forums as well as forums for things like talking about teaching language, discussing language apps, finding a language exchange partner and so on.Online Language ReferencesYou know, you can find anything online. And for language learners, thats really, really useful. All the information you could ever want to look up is now just a few clicks away (Im exaggerating a little, but not much). Here are some of the references out there that every online language learn er should know about.Forvo  â€" Ever wonder how to pronounce Backpfeifengesicht? Just head over to Forvo, the go-to site for pronunciation lookups. Forvo has such a comprehensive collection of people saying words in different languages because it uses the crowdsource modelâ€"users contribute audio clips which then get rated for quality by other users. So if you want to do a good deed and immortalize your voice by uploading it into cyberspace, try adding a few pronunciations of your own!WordReference  â€" Heres the site that makes it possible for you to reliably check out word definitions without lugging around a huge, thick dictionary with you. WordReference lets you look up words in a variety of different language pairs and gives you all sorts of helpful extra information, including conjugation tables for verbs.Omniglot  â€" Omniglot bills itself as the online encyclopedia of writing systems and languages, a description that isnt just hype. Their site contains everything from alpha bet references to phrasebooks. They even have a fun idioms reference page, where I picked up this gem, a Mongolian equivalent of bless you, which I fully intend to use next time someone sneezes in my presence: ?????? ????? ????? ????? ????? ????  (God bless you and may your mustache grow like brushwood).These references alone should be enough to convince you that the future of language learning is onlineâ€"without the Internet, you would need an absolutely massive book to hold all this information, plus mountains of accompanying CDs for all the audio data from Forvo.Throw in online language exchanges, writing correction sites and vocabulary games, and Ill wager youre really starting to see the advantages to online language learning.

Summer Camp Guide Colleyville, TX

Summer Camp Guide Colleyville, TX Unsure of what to do this summer in Colleyville, Texas? Check out our guide of day camps in Colleyville, to find the summer camp that best fits your needs and interests!Sports Camps in Colleyville Panther Baseball CampDate: June 9, 2014 to June 11, 2014Ages: 6-11Time: 10:00 a.m to 2:00 p.mLocation: Colleyville Heritage High School Varsity Baseball FieldCost: Early registration (mail)--$95.00Walk-ups are accepted--$115.00Siblings--$75 eachWhat to Bring: Cleats or flat sole shoes, bats, gloves, water, and a baseball cap**INITIALS ON ALL EQUIPMENT**Enrollment: fill out registration form and make checks payable to:Panther Baseball CampMail to: Alan McDougal, Head Baseball Coach 1701 Altacrest Grapevine, TX. 76051 **Questions/Info : 817-929-2611 alan.mcdougal@gcisd.netThe concession stand will be open for lunch/snacks (cost between $3-$5 usually) Academic and Summer Enrichment Programs TutorTime Childcare and Learning CenterThis camp offers special field trips so children can interact with the world, weekly themes and topics that are child-centered. All campers will get a bag full of goodies including their own T-shirt, water bottle, personal souvenir book, and stickers. Ages 5 and upSpy Camps On the Stage Performing Arts Experience in Science Camp Get Your Game On Sports Camp Wilderness Explorer Camp Culinary Arts ProgramLearning ExperiencesEach day, teachers will provide learning experiences in math, science, and literacy, through special educational activities to keep your child’s mind sharp throughout the summer. Early Childhood Summer Programs (6 Weeks - 5 Years) Programs for younger children are offered as well. Throughout June, July, and August, children will continue to learn and grow with fun themed activities and special guests. Note: Age range and programs may vary by school. Organization website: http://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/summer-camp/ Montessori Unlimited Montessori Unlimited provides great summer learning experiences through various activities and special visitors intended to stimulate and inspire your child. The authentic Montessori approach combines physical and emotional development with exciting endeavors involving art, music, science, culture, and more. Address: 4700 Glade Creek Drive, Colleyville, TX 76063Phone: 877-245-0427Hours: 07:00 AM to 6:00 PM Others Lifetime Kids--Colleyville Location According to the Lifetime Kids website, this organization provides a variety of programs for children of all ages. In the Child Center, the youngest children engage in activities that help to build to their motor skills and stimulate mental development. In the Fun Play Program, older children take a mix of sport classes and popular games. This program also provides 12 weeklong camps which immerse children in healthy and fun activities. Lastly, this organization provides space and activities for birthday parties. These activities include rock climbing, pool parties and adventure games. Obstacle Adventures: Children crawl, run, climb and complete wacky tasks as a team during fun obstacles and relay challenges. Water Prowess: There are a variety of water themed games and an opportunity to create pool themed art and sun-deflecting accessories. Musical Prowess: Campers take to stage with their favorite musical instruments to play to their hearts content with other campers. Athletic Endeavors: There is soccer, bowling, rock climbing and much more. Patriotic Partying: Celebrate Independence Day by creating flags and launching handmade rockets.Truth Sleuths: A summer camp mystery to solve and campers can hunt for clues to solve for the truth. Wildlife Studies: The fun way to study animals at the LifeTime camp safely.Art Mastery: Unleash creativity while painting, sculpting or coloring masterpieces for the fridge. Carnival Camaraderie: It's time to relax and enjoy playing games and being silly at Camp Carnival.Space Exploration: Get to explore the universe as we discover constellations, fly wing gliders to explore the wonders of the solar system. Science Discovery: Children do hands on experiments to exercise their minds.Wilderness Survival: Campers spend time in nature and make their own key chains. Note: This guide was created by Brittany Coote

Meet Michael, a 12-year-old Studying Advanced Algebra after One Year in Kumon

Meet Michael, a 12-year-old Studying Advanced Algebra after One Year in Kumon Meet Michael, a 12-year-old Studying Advanced Algebra after One Year in Kumon Michael is the perfect example that not all Kumon Students are the same. His parents first enrolled him in Kumon for extra help with his math and reading skills. His Instructor quickly realized his potential and her individualized lesson planning helped him achieve more than he ever imagined. You might also be interested in: Meet Marco, a Program Completer, Who Inspired Other Family Members to Reach their Highest Potential with Kumon Following your dreams: Meet 10-year-old author, Roohi Meet Jessica, a Kumon Reading Program Completer Who Has a Way With Words Meet Gitanjali, a Former Kumon Student who Is Changing the World Meet Michael, a 12-year-old Studying Advanced Algebra after One Year in Kumon Meet Michael, a 12-year-old Studying Advanced Algebra after One Year in Kumon Michael is the perfect example that not all Kumon Students are the same. His parents first enrolled him in Kumon for extra help with his math and reading skills. His Instructor quickly realized his potential and her individualized lesson planning helped him achieve more than he ever imagined. You might also be interested in: Meet Marco, a Program Completer, Who Inspired Other Family Members to Reach their Highest Potential with Kumon Following your dreams: Meet 10-year-old author, Roohi Meet Jessica, a Kumon Reading Program Completer Who Has a Way With Words Meet Gitanjali, a Former Kumon Student who Is Changing the World

How A Spectator Organic Chemistry Tutor Can Help You?

How A Spectator Organic Chemistry Tutor Can Help You?A spectator organic chemistry tutor is an instructor who provides one-on-one help for various subjects in a classroom setting. It is a good option for students who can't attend regular chemistry classes due to various reasons. The potential student should carefully consider how the tutor will be able to provide a good service.A good spectator organic chemistry tutor can be easily identified by his or her genuine enthusiasm and zeal for teaching. He or she must have mastered all the course work before the course started. The lecture should not be a challenge to the lecturer but instead one that can be understood by all.Although a chemistry teacher has to manage all the students, students can be a challenge to a teacher who has an assistant and does not have a proper schedule. On the other hand, a spectator organic chemistry tutor has access to the entire class, making it easier for him or her to provide individual attention to the s tudents.As a chemistry tutor, it is also essential to be well prepared and possess a thorough knowledge of the subject. Chemistry needs expertise and personal knowledge, which are only possible through dedicated and disciplined study. A spectator organic chemistry tutor who is fully committed and passionate about teaching is more efficient than one who lacks passion. A chemistry teacher would normally be very hardworking and diligent while on vacation, especially during the school holidays, but would be absent from the classroom during the school day and would become exhausted, making the class worthless.When a spectator organic chemistry tutor does not have sufficient time to go through the course with his students, he or she can ask the student to look over some of the problems encountered while on test. A teacher should learn what is important to prepare his/her students.A spectator organic chemistry tutor should be able to know his/her subject well enough to teach students witho ut getting distracted. This is especially important in physics, where some of the theoretical aspects are not easy to understand. The teacher should also be familiar with the literature and be able to offer students a list of all the resources required for understanding.A spectator organic chemistry tutor is basically an instructor, helping students with the intricacies of the subject and should be capable of handling multiple topics simultaneously. A good student chemistry tutor who learns the subject well is definitely a better option than a good teacher who does not.

Finding a Chemistry Tutor

Finding a Chemistry TutorIf you are interested in learning chemistry, then the first thing you need to do is decide if you are interested in a pre-requisite course that will teach you everything you need to know to get your degree. Of course, there are other ways to get a Bachelor's degree, but you should always look into how you can get started quickly.With that said, if you choose to take an online chemistry course, then you will not only be able to finish the course quickly, but you will also have the option of studying with a tutor from the comfort of your own home. Most chemists want to get their degree on time and they usually want to complete it at the same time as their full-time job or they can do it after their business.When you decide that you want to study chemistry, you should also consider the level of education required to be successful. If you think that you have the opportunity and the skills to succeed, then go for it. If you have to take a certificate course to get your Bachelor's degree, then go for it.One of the biggest things that you have to think about when choosing a school to study with is the reputation of the school and the accreditation that they have. If you are going to work in the chemical industry, then the school should have to make sure that they have been approved by the American Chemical Society to do so.If you choose to study chemistry online, then you should also look into the reputation of the school. When you find the school that has a great reputation, then you should consider taking their program because there are many people who will be able to help you with your career.When you go to your choice of Chemistry tutors, make sure that you are talking to someone who knows all of the skills you need to learn. If you have a real understanding of chemistry, then you can make a much better decision about what the right program is for you.So when you are looking for a school to study with, make sure that you take into consider ation the reputation of the school and the level of education that they offer. If you find that you are lacking a certain skill that you need to learn, then you may want to consider a certificate program to help you get back on track.

Why Do You Want to Work From Home?

Why Do You Want to Work From Home?There are many advantages to getting a private Chinese tutor. There are many great benefits to hiring a tutor over the internet. We'll take a look at some of the best of these benefits to help you get your dream job.One of the first advantages is that you can work from home. Many students who are interested in learning the language online often do not want to be exposed to the harsh Chinese weather outside while they are trying to learn and use the language. Working from home means that you can study while you go to work, or when you are on vacation.The other advantage is that English will be your first language. While this may sound strange, when you work at home, you will be exposed to a wide variety of people who speak English. If you are on a college campus, most people speak their native language, and this is usually the case when you are studying in China. When you work at home, you will be exposed to people who also speak your language.The las t advantage is that it will be a perfect fit for your schedule. If you have a full time job and are trying to improve your knowledge of the language, you can always use your home as a place to learn from. While it may not be exactly the same thing, you can find a private Chinese tutor school that meets your needs.One of the most important thing is that you will be able to meet the teacher face to face. The other disadvantage of going to school online is that you will not have a personal interaction with the teacher. This is very important if you do not have the time to go to class.Another benefit is that you will learn more in school than you would online. Students who take online classes typically learn less, so working at home will give you the opportunity to learn more. After a couple of months, when you are able to communicate more, you will also be able to get some of the information that you learned from the school online.As you can see, there are many advantages to working at home. There are many things that you will benefit from working at home, but one of the best is the fact that you can get a job without having to worry about travel or transportation expenses.