Not A Day Without A Dictionary
There are many small ways to make your days a little more full and to take every opportunity for learning. As a teacher, I am passionate about seeing people grasp what a privilege and a blessing th
The Importance Of A Computer Education
Holy cow, the computer industry has just about taken over the world. Could we have ever imagined back in the 80s that computers would play such a huge role in our lives? I mean, we use them for dar
How Do I Determine The Length Of The Home School Year?
Homeschooling is a practical alternative or replacement to schooling institutions. In conformity with your state laws concerning this kind of education, children study and learn under the parents’
Fun And Learning – A Deeper Connection
For 15 years I’ve taught trainers and leaders and instructional designers the importance of making any learning event more fun. I’ve given them reasons and ways to do it. I’ve written about it many
Is Home Schooling Right For You?
Many parents believe that it is necessary to have a teaching credential to be qualified for teaching their child what they need to learn to become productive and successful adults. Although it is a
Learning A Language – Grab A Tutor & Start Today!
There is often talk of 'universal languages' - things that will allow you to communicate with people you otherwise wouldn't be able to. Like love, or mathematics. But, at the end of the day, the be
Queen’s University
Queen’s University is one of the proud universities standing at northeastern part of Lake Ontario. It was originally founded by the Royal Charter of Queen Victoria in 1841, thus the name Queen’s Un
San Francisco Schools Connect To China And Its Chinese Community
The Alice Fong Yu Alternative School
The Alice Fong Yu Alternative School, one San Francisco School, is the first Chinese immersion school in the United States. The school is designed as a t
Reading Comprehension Skills Part II
Do you remember that 'reading' means understanding the author's message, not just calling out words? If you cannot answer comprehension questions after reading a page, you have not truly read anyth
Transform At Risk, Apathetic, Bored, Unmotivated, Disinterested, Negative Students
If you know a student who utterly lacks motivation and interest for school, keep reading. Taken from our Quickest Kid Fixer-Uppers Books, here are novel, unexpected ways to turnaround apathetic, bo
What To Consider When Choosing A College Major
So you’ve picked a school (college or technical) but what are you going to study? I’ve compiled a list of things to consider when choosing an academic major.
Level of interest: Do you enjoy
Speaking To Yourself Can Be Dangerous! (The Importance Of Speaking Practice For ESL Learners)
There are 4 key skills when you learn a language:
* listening
* speaking
* reading
* writing
Which one of these is the "Odd-Man-Out"? Which one of these is different from the
5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Taking Your First Online Class
Just a few short years ago, the idea of taking a college course through the Internet was something online “techies” considered. Now that people realize how convenience it is to take a class without
Tuning, Intonation, And The Saxophone
Playing your saxophone in tune with others in your band requires much more than simply playing a reference note into a tuner and adjusting the mouthpiece on the instrument. In order to really under
An Introduction To Civil War Military Swords
One of the most influential wars the United States ever participated in was the Civil War. Fought on the soil of America, this fierce battle pitted brothers and friends against each other. While fi
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