Finding a Quality Place For Your Child

Finding a Quality Place For Your ChildThere are several good resources to find tutoring services that can meet the needs of the children from home. It is very important to find a place that is reputable and that has good reputation, so you are sure that your child will get a good quality education. The tutoring place West Palm Beach is the right place for any student who has a problem with concentrating, a language barrier, or a learning disability.Kids from home are sometimes fed up with the usual tutoring they are used to. They are not happy being limited to the usual routes like clubs, school, special tutors, and so on. But there is another option open to them. What is the best way to discover whether a tutoring center in Palm Beach is suitable for your child?Do a quick search online to see if there are any reviews about the new place that they have discovered. Look at the testimonials, the reviews written by former students who have experienced first hand the benefits of having a good tutoring center in Palm Beach.Compare what has been said about the place that you want to visit. Take notes of the testimonials and the reviews written by former students and compare what they had to say. Use this information to make an informed decision when selecting a place to go.If the place has a specific school that it belongs to, then compare the fees that they charge. Compare the facilities offered by the school as well. A good school should be available for any kind of need of the student, whether the place is the main campus or just a few minutes away, depending on where they live.Be sure that you will have all the things you need before you leave. It is important that you are provided witha room, a computer, and a very comfortable place to stay. You do not want to spend your entire time in a conference room with your instructor.Going to a place where you are not sure of the quality and the facilities are a disadvantage in many ways. The advantage of the better tutor ing centers is that you get the best quality education. It is really better than being frustrated by a place that you know does not offer you the best education possible.

7 Classic Fun Songs to Play on the Guitar

7 Classic Fun Songs to Play on the Guitar Sign up successful This song evokes all the fun of young love, and its easy. Strum four beats for every  chord. 2. Leaving on a Jet Plane by John Denver (G C Em Am D) The 1960s singing trio, Peter, Paul and Mary may have made this song famous, but  legendary singer/songwriter/guitarist John Denver wrote it. Like many of Denvers hits,  this classic guitar song has a light, lilting feeling. 3. Blowin in the Wind by Bob Dylan (G A D Bm) Blowin in the Wind became one of the most influential and best known anti-war songs  ever written. Heres a great video of Bob Dylan performing this live on TV. 4. Bad Moon Rising by Creedence Clearwater Revival (D A G) The title might suggest the opposite, but Bad Moon Rising is a bright and lively song.  Listen carefully to the strumming pattern and the general rhythm in the intro, and  you can then play it throughout. 5. Yellow by Coldplay (G D C G) The strumming pattern that Coldplay chose in their original recording is simple:  down strums all the way through. But that doesnt mean that you cant change it up  a little! 6. Sweet Home Alabama by Lynyrd Skynard (D C G) The fact that this popular hit song is so simple allows for greater creativity and  ad lib on the part of the artist. Let the simplicity inspire a little riffing or a solo. 7. Free Fallin' by Tom Petty (D G Dsus D Asus) In the beginning of this song, in the intro anyway, the chords are strummed only  once each. For the rest of the song, you can strum however you like. Then again,  Im all for taking artistic liberties! These are all easy, fun songs to play on guitar and let loose. But these fun tunes are also great opportunities to pay closer attention to your posture and hand position. So be sure that your fingers are arching easily over the frets, with the palm of your hand away from the back of the neck. Most importantly, have fun! Looking for more great songs to learn on the guitar? A guitar teacher can help you choose songs that are appropriate for your skill level, and give you the support and guidance you need to get to the next level. Search for a guitar teacher now! Heather L. teaches singing, piano, acting, and more in St. Augustine, FL, as well as through online lessons. She is  a graduate of the prestigious Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey, and has performed with the New York and Royal Philharmonics, the New Jersey and Virginia Symphonies, the American Boy Choir, and the internationally renowned opera star Andrea Bocelli.  Learn more about Heather here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by  Maël Racapé

Business Geniuses in Prison

Business Geniuses in Prison Normally when I  think of prison in the United States, I  think of a violent, dangerous place where not much good happens.The TED video were using for this English listening exercise challenges my ideas of what prisons and prisoners are, and also challenges most peoples beliefs for what they could be in the future.This listening exercise is based off of a popular lesson that we give in our live English classes. Interested in talking to a teacher about this lesson? Schedule a live, individual English class.Before starting the video, youll want to study the many English phrasal verbs used in the video. The words below often have several meanings, were using the ones intended in the video.Come up with:  To think of something, especially a new idea.Figure out:  Similar to come up with.  To think of something, especially a new idea.Cut out:  To eliminate.Get around:  To bypass something.Get on:  A way of asking someone to continue.Go through:  To examine or review.Set up:  To schedule or arrange.Call off: To cancel something, especially an appointment.Call for:  To request, especially used in public requests.Come around:  To accept an idea you  originally opposed.Comprehension questions.  Write your answers in comments, and well respond.1. What was BJ’s vision?2. Why were most of the other inmates locked up?3. What was Jeff Smith’s job in prison?4. What were some of the ways to hustle in prison?5. What are some of the problems Jeff Smith mentions with the reinitiation of people with a criminal record into the world after they complete their sentence?6. Why did Jeff Smith go to prison?Discussion questions. Write your answers in comments, and well respond.1. Do you agree with Jeff Smith’s ideas about how to treat prisoners?2. What ideas can you think of to help prisoners readjust to the “real world” after getting out of prison?3. Do you think taxpayers should be asked to pay for better conditions for prisoners? For toothbrushes for them? For a rehabilitation /real-world initiation program for them?We hope you enjoyed this lesson! Please let us know if there are any videos you would like to see us use in Future English listening exercises.

The Mushroom Hunters - Test Your English Listening and Writing Skills - Video and Exercise

The Mushroom Hunters - Test Your English Listening and Writing Skills - Video and Exercise This English listening exercise is really interesting to me for a couple reasons, and it should provide our English language learners with a real listening challenge.The video linked below is about mushroom picking, which is something Paul and I have done for quite a few years. We pick Morel mushrooms, which grow in the Rocky Mountains. We havent ever picked for profit, just to add something delicious to our meals at home.The second reason this video is interesting is on a language level. The mushroom pickers featured in the video are obviously bilingual speakers but their mother tongue is interfering with their English. It is curious because their accent is perfect, and they use great idiomatic expressions and phrasal verbs that you would rarely hear used by non-native English speakers. But they have a couple grammatical mistakes that are common with speakers of Asian or Russian languages. I assume this is interference from their parents language. The exercise will be about understa nding the idiomatic expressions that they use but also correcting some of their grammatical errors. Good luck!Watch and listen to the video and answer the questions! If you do the writing exercise, Ill correct your errors.Click here to watch the video.Write your answers in comments, and well respond. 1. Every _____ mushroom hunters ______to the woods around small town of Chumult, Oregon. 2. Mushrooms that grows in sand. (1 mistake) Correct the sentence. 3. The Matsutake prized by connoisseurs for their earthy aroma can command __________prices. 4. How much money did he earn this day? For how many hours worth of work? 5. How much did they used to be worth? 6. Who sets the price according to ….. 7. Why have the prices gone down? 8. Even at 5 dollars a pound the mushrooms can be a _____   ______. 9. Theres no jobs. So I just come over here to ______ my _____. 10.   In Stockton its hard find job. (2 mistakes) Correct the sentence. 11. What are the lifestyle advantages for the John Sou vannasay?Writing: Tell me about this lifestyle? Would you choose to work in this way? Why or why not? Do you have any jobs like this in your country? Do you have professional mushroom pickers? Sergio Rivero Eguia Hello Teauna, how can I do the writing and send to you to correct. Im Sergio Rivero, from Spain. Many thanks. LOIEnglish You can write your answers here, and Ill read and correct them. Jefferson the link is broke ?? LOIEnglish Which link? I tested the link to the New York Times video, and it worked fine. mari Could you check my answers and correct my English? Thank you! 1. Every fall mushroom hunters flack to the woods around small town of Chumult, Oregon.2. Mushrooms that grows in sand. (1 mistake) Correct the sentence.? Mushrooms that grow in sand.3. The Matsutake prized by connoisseurs for their earthy aroma can command astronomical prices.4. How much money did he earn this day? For how many hours worth of work? 20 dollars/day. He works 4 hours a day.5. How much did they used to be worth? 600 dollars/pound6. According to Jhon Souvannasay a big guy sets the price7. Why have the prices gone down? Because of the increasing foraging in China.8. Even at 5 dollars a pound the mushrooms can be a life line.9. There’s no jobs. So I just come over here to ease my mind.10. In Stockton its hard find job. (2 mistakes) Correct the sentence.?In Stockton it’s hard to find a job.11. What are the lifestyle advantages for the John Souvannasay? He can travel at the same time to make money.I dont think I can work like thisI like this kind of nature but I want to do this for my leisure. I like traveling so I envy his lifestyle but Ive grown up in a city so I dont think I can live this kind of survival situation. I live in Japan and we are crazy to Matsutake mushrooms so we have professional mushrooms pickers. Domestic mushrooms are really expensive so we import a lot of cheep mathutake mushrooms from all over the world. LOIEnglish Mari, Good work! Here are som e corrections:Listening Question #1: The correct answer is flock-to congregate or mass in a flock or large group. i.g. Students flocked to spring break sites.Listening Question #4: He earned $1300 dollars for the day.Listening Question #11: You have a grammar mistake in your answer. He can travel at the same time AS he is making money.I live in Japan and we are crazy ABOUT Matsutake. we have professional mushroom (no S) pickers. There isnt an s because you are describing pickerS and adjectives in English are never plural.import a lot of CHEAP (spelling error)Marireally good writing. I noticed that you didnt use your modal verbs such as could. If you use them in your writing it sounds more natural and gives us the idea that this is something that you are imagining. For example: I dont think I COULD work like this. It sets the stage for an imaginary argument. Over all your writing is quite good. Try using your modal verbs to take your English to the next level.Thanks! mari Thank you so much for your good advice! Carlos 1. Every fall mushroom hunters flats to the woods around small town of Chumult, Oregon.2. Mushrooms that grows in sand. Correct the sentence. Mushrooms that grows on sand.3. The Matsutake prized by connoisseurs for their earthy aroma can command astronomical prices.4. How much money did he earn this day? 1300 USD per day For how many hours worth of work? 4 hours a day.5. How much did they used to be worth? now 5 USD per pound last 3 year was 20 USD per pound7. Why have the prices gone down? because China has lower prices8. Even at 5 dollars a pound the mushrooms can be a life line.9. There’s no jobs. So I just come over here to ease my mind.10. In Stockton its hard find job. Correct the sentence. In Stockton is hard find a job11. What are the lifestyle advantages for the John Souvannasay? its fun, go from state to state, different mountains, live in different ways, and making money at the same time.Its a free lifestyle, I wouldnt like to w ork in this way. beacuse it seems bored and I cant get much money to live all the year. I dont have some job like this in my country. No. LOIEnglish CarlosThanks for answering! Listening Question #1: The correct answer is flock-to congregate or mass in a flock or large group. i.g. Students flocked to spring break sites.Grammar Correction Question #2: The problem isnt with the preposition it is with the verb; it doesnt fit with the noun. The noun is plural mushroomS and he used the 3rd person singular verb form. The correction is: Mushrooms that grow in sand. GROW without SGrammar Correction Question #10: In Stockton its hard TO find A job. You need to use the infinitive with to in this sentence because you already used an active verb.Writing correction: I wouldnt like to work THIS way. (no need for in) Because it seems BORING. You can watch our video about the difference between adjectives with ed or inghttp://www.skypeenglishclasses.com/skype-english-blog/videos/english-adjective s-with-ed-and-ing-video-and-exercise/I cant get (earn is a better choice) much money to live all YEAR. (drop THE; this is a direct translation from Spanish)There isnt ANY job like this in my country. Maybe Ill do a video about the difference between any or some. Any is with negatives and some is with positives. That is a quick tip for learning the difference. i.g. There isnt ANY milk. There is SOME juice.Hopes this helps!

italki Team Language Challenge Week 2 Update

italki Team Language Challenge Week 2 Update The italki team is taking  the 2015 New Years Language Challenge How much Chinese can they learn in 20 hours? 3 members of the team at italki are taking the language challenge to improve their skill in Mandarin. Each of them will have 20 hours of lessons between January and February. Can you do better than them?  Check out their original Public Video Pledges that they made at the beginning of the Challenge here. Week 2 Updates Week 2 of the #italki #2015 New Years #LanguageChallenge and our 3 office challengers #learningchinese are very competitive. Who do you think will improve the most? Check our blog for the most recent updates! #competition #stayawayfrommynotes A photo posted by Italki (@italki) on Jan 28, 2015 at 1:04am PST Aimé, Intern Week 2 This week I was able to complete 4 hours of class sessions with my teacher Lea. In those lessons I have been able to learn a few more sentences and my pronunciation even got a little better. I can confidently say that week 2 was a whole lot better than week 1. Although I reached my class session goals I once again failed to get much study time on my own, which is hurting my chances of coming out on top of this language challenge. I’m really enjoying having lessons with my teacher Lea, she is really patient with me and is very encouraging. Instead of getting upset with me when I make mistakes, we often have a good laugh and get back to work which makes class a lot of fun. This upcoming week my goals are to have an hour of lessons five days a week and an hour of practice on my own after each of my classes. I am still not confident enough to speak Chinese in public but as this challenge progresses my confidence is definitely growing. Josie, Services Week 2 This week I was finally able to get 3 hours of lessons and 3 hours of studying completed with my teacher Elena, so I’m very pleased with myself. I’m still bit scared about my goals as Chinese is very hard and I feel like I don’t have much time to study as I work full time. It’s hard to find motivation to study when you get home late from work and you’re feeling tired. When it comes to my lessons however, I’m working with Elena who is a great teacher. She explains things well and we tend to go at a quick pace, which I like because it challenges me. She is also working with Karthik so I might have to tell her to sabotage his studying so I can come up on top. This upcoming week I’m taking a lot of classes, my goals are to complete those classes and clean up my notes in order to help me study better. All said and done this challenge is turning out to be harder than I thought but I still feel like I will come out on top of this challenge… Aimé and Karthik wont know what hit them! Karthik, Data Scientist Week 2 This week I was a good challenge week for me. I was able to get 3 hours of lessons down and I feel like I’m making a lot of progress. I can finally introduce myself, say where I’m from, where I’m living, where I work and what I do. I was very proud of myself when I was able to have a 30 second conversation with my teacher without any problems. With that being said, my pronunciation is still awful and my grammar is horrible. I know around 40-50 words, but I have trouble stringing together cohesive, comprehensive sentences. This upcoming week, my goal is to have 3 hours worth of sessions with a 50% focus on pronunciation. I also want to have another 30-60 second conversation, which I can record and compare to the previous week to see if my pronunciation is indeed improving. I’ve been very pleased with my teacher Elena, she is very patient, flexible, and fun. Last lesson, because I like math, Elena humored me by allowing me to quiz her in simple arithmetic in mandarin. This was a great exercise for me because it engaged a different part of my brain and kept me interested. italki Team Language Challenge Week 2 Update The italki team is taking  the 2015 New Years Language Challenge How much Chinese can they learn in 20 hours? 3 members of the team at italki are taking the language challenge to improve their skill in Mandarin. Each of them will have 20 hours of lessons between January and February. Can you do better than them?  Check out their original Public Video Pledges that they made at the beginning of the Challenge here. Week 2 Updates Week 2 of the #italki #2015 New Years #LanguageChallenge and our 3 office challengers #learningchinese are very competitive. Who do you think will improve the most? Check our blog for the most recent updates! #competition #stayawayfrommynotes A photo posted by Italki (@italki) on Jan 28, 2015 at 1:04am PST Aimé, Intern Week 2 This week I was able to complete 4 hours of class sessions with my teacher Lea. In those lessons I have been able to learn a few more sentences and my pronunciation even got a little better. I can confidently say that week 2 was a whole lot better than week 1. Although I reached my class session goals I once again failed to get much study time on my own, which is hurting my chances of coming out on top of this language challenge. I’m really enjoying having lessons with my teacher Lea, she is really patient with me and is very encouraging. Instead of getting upset with me when I make mistakes, we often have a good laugh and get back to work which makes class a lot of fun. This upcoming week my goals are to have an hour of lessons five days a week and an hour of practice on my own after each of my classes. I am still not confident enough to speak Chinese in public but as this challenge progresses my confidence is definitely growing. Josie, Services Week 2 This week I was finally able to get 3 hours of lessons and 3 hours of studying completed with my teacher Elena, so I’m very pleased with myself. I’m still bit scared about my goals as Chinese is very hard and I feel like I don’t have much time to study as I work full time. It’s hard to find motivation to study when you get home late from work and you’re feeling tired. When it comes to my lessons however, I’m working with Elena who is a great teacher. She explains things well and we tend to go at a quick pace, which I like because it challenges me. She is also working with Karthik so I might have to tell her to sabotage his studying so I can come up on top. This upcoming week I’m taking a lot of classes, my goals are to complete those classes and clean up my notes in order to help me study better. All said and done this challenge is turning out to be harder than I thought but I still feel like I will come out on top of this challenge… Aimé and Karthik wont know what hit them! Karthik, Data Scientist Week 2 This week I was a good challenge week for me. I was able to get 3 hours of lessons down and I feel like I’m making a lot of progress. I can finally introduce myself, say where I’m from, where I’m living, where I work and what I do. I was very proud of myself when I was able to have a 30 second conversation with my teacher without any problems. With that being said, my pronunciation is still awful and my grammar is horrible. I know around 40-50 words, but I have trouble stringing together cohesive, comprehensive sentences. This upcoming week, my goal is to have 3 hours worth of sessions with a 50% focus on pronunciation. I also want to have another 30-60 second conversation, which I can record and compare to the previous week to see if my pronunciation is indeed improving. I’ve been very pleased with my teacher Elena, she is very patient, flexible, and fun. Last lesson, because I like math, Elena humored me by allowing me to quiz her in simple arithmetic in mandarin. This was a great exercise for me because it engaged a different part of my brain and kept me interested.

6 Easy Ways to Ace the School Year

6 Easy Ways to Ace the School Year 6 Easy Ways to Ace the School Year Making the transition from summer vacation mode to a classroom-ready mindset isn’t always easy. Beyond the excitement of new clothes, new classes and even new friends, children and parents alike can get easily overwhelmed by the changes a new school year brings. Here are six tips that will help your family make this year the best school year yet! Stick to a Routine Children benefit from having a steady routine. Setting a consistent bedtime and wake-up time will ensure that your children are getting enough sleep. If they don’t, concentration and academic performance will suffer. Likewise, having a well-balanced breakfast each morning will ensure that the day starts off on a positive note. If your children spend a lot of time deciding what to wear and preparing their backpack in the morning, add these activities to their nighttime routine. Create a Distraction Free Study Area Completing homework at the same time each day will help create strong study habits. Establish a location in your home where your children will study and do homework throughout the year. Choose a location where you can keep an eye on them, but still minimize distractions like TV, phone and electronics. Support Homework Independence Once your children are able to read directions on their own, encourage them to complete their homework assignments by themselves. They may continue to ask for help primarily because they enjoy the parental attention, not because they truly need assistance. Support their independence by encouraging them to work through the problems on their own. When your children do their homework without a reminder, acknowledge their independence to reinforce the positive habit. Think Long-Term Children who set long-term goals often have increased motivation in school. Setting long-term goals with your children can help connect the relevancy of their daily activities with the future. It is also never too early to develop time management skills. Using time wisely by completing homework and chores efficiently allows children to have more time for fun activities. Have a Positive Learning Attitude Attitudes are infectious and an integral component to success. Parents who have a positive attitude towards learning and school can excite children with their enthusiasm. Show interest in your children’s studies by asking questions, which can help foster motivation and a positive learning attitude. Remember to reinforce a positive, growth mindset. Children who understand that hard-work is more important than natural intelligence are more likely succeed. Connect with the Teacher Parents who plan an active role in their children’s education make a huge difference in their success. Building a relationship with your children’s teachers can help you understand how your children are doing at school and how you can help your children at home. Try to meet with your children’s teachers at the beginning of the school year and set the expectation of working together as a team. Developing a strong, positive partnership with your children’s teachers can help the school year go more smoothly for you and your children. You might also be interested in: 5 Ways to Start the School Year Right Ace the School Year with Kumons Study Tips Roundup 7 Important Study Habits for School What are the School Readiness Skills that Preschoolers Learn in Kumon? 6 Easy Ways to Ace the School Year 6 Easy Ways to Ace the School Year Making the transition from summer vacation mode to a classroom-ready mindset isn’t always easy. Beyond the excitement of new clothes, new classes and even new friends, children and parents alike can get easily overwhelmed by the changes a new school year brings. Here are six tips that will help your family make this year the best school year yet! Stick to a Routine Children benefit from having a steady routine. Setting a consistent bedtime and wake-up time will ensure that your children are getting enough sleep. If they don’t, concentration and academic performance will suffer. Likewise, having a well-balanced breakfast each morning will ensure that the day starts off on a positive note. If your children spend a lot of time deciding what to wear and preparing their backpack in the morning, add these activities to their nighttime routine. Create a Distraction Free Study Area Completing homework at the same time each day will help create strong study habits. Establish a location in your home where your children will study and do homework throughout the year. Choose a location where you can keep an eye on them, but still minimize distractions like TV, phone and electronics. Support Homework Independence Once your children are able to read directions on their own, encourage them to complete their homework assignments by themselves. They may continue to ask for help primarily because they enjoy the parental attention, not because they truly need assistance. Support their independence by encouraging them to work through the problems on their own. When your children do their homework without a reminder, acknowledge their independence to reinforce the positive habit. Think Long-Term Children who set long-term goals often have increased motivation in school. Setting long-term goals with your children can help connect the relevancy of their daily activities with the future. It is also never too early to develop time management skills. Using time wisely by completing homework and chores efficiently allows children to have more time for fun activities. Have a Positive Learning Attitude Attitudes are infectious and an integral component to success. Parents who have a positive attitude towards learning and school can excite children with their enthusiasm. Show interest in your children’s studies by asking questions, which can help foster motivation and a positive learning attitude. Remember to reinforce a positive, growth mindset. Children who understand that hard-work is more important than natural intelligence are more likely succeed. Connect with the Teacher Parents who plan an active role in their children’s education make a huge difference in their success. Building a relationship with your children’s teachers can help you understand how your children are doing at school and how you can help your children at home. Try to meet with your children’s teachers at the beginning of the school year and set the expectation of working together as a team. Developing a strong, positive partnership with your children’s teachers can help the school year go more smoothly for you and your children. You might also be interested in: 5 Ways to Start the School Year Right Ace the School Year with Kumons Study Tips Roundup 7 Important Study Habits for School What are the School Readiness Skills that Preschoolers Learn in Kumon?

5 Rookie Mistakes College Freshmen Make - TutorNerds

5 Rookie Mistakes College Freshmen Make - TutorNerds 5 Rookie Mistakes College Freshmen Make It wont be long until students get their acceptance letters from colleges. They have an exciting but difficult choice in front of them that will affect the next four years of their life. It seems like, once theyre accepted to a college that the hard part is done but, actually their new adventure is just beginning. The freshman year can set the tone for how a student will feel about their college experience, but theyre also in a totally foreign environment where they have to make important decisions without help for the very first time. There are some pretty common rookie mistakes that new college students make that are best avoided if possible didnt get into the school you wanted to? Our Costa Mesa college admissions consultants are here to help. 1.   Signing up for too many classes A lot of college freshman sign up for more classes than is appropriate for a first-year student. Even students who got all As with ease in high school should be prepared for the extra challenges that occur at the university level. In addition to adjusting to a regular schedule of classes, students will be making new friends, completing volunteer work, visiting professors at office hours, and working a part-time job. Most students can either take four or five classes in any given term, so its a good idea for freshmen to think about whats appropriate for them as a new student (READ: 5 Things You Might Not Expect About College Finals). 2.   Losing a work-life balance Some students may not even yet have gained a work-life balance and may have been burning the candle at both ends during their college prep years. Other students will have had a pretty decent balance between school work and fun while in high school, but both types of students will tend to become overwhelmed as a freshman. Even when work is hard, and finals are looming its important for students to get enough sleep, take meal breaks, and get light exercise. Good health is an important part of a good college experience. 3.   Spending too much money For the most part, new college students will be managing their money for the very first time. Many students spend way too much money their first year in college and are left with more debt than they can handle. There are lots of ways students can cut corners to save a buck, but theyre not used to personal finance, so they dont know where their money is going and how quickly its leaving their bank account. Its essential for college freshman to have a budget in mind before they go to their first day of classes. 4.   Not being flexible Another thing that tends to cause a problem for freshman is an inability to roll with the punches. Many freshmen have a specific idea of what classes they were going to take and what they were going to accomplish in their first year only to find out that things didnt work out quite the way they wanted. Its important to remember that there are multiple ways students can be successful and that college life is going to throw them a lot of curveballs. Students who learn to be flexible and stay relaxed during these early adult challenges are more likely to have fun and be successful academically. 5.   Staying entirely within their comfort zone Another thing that tends to trip up first-year students is the fear of stepping outside their comfort zone. College is a great opportunity to meet all different types of people, learn something new, develop new hobbies and interests, joined a new club, learn about new cultures and so on. However, nervousness and anxiety tend to keep a lot of freshmen in a small box that they create for themselves which feels cozier than trying something new. Everybody transitions at their pace but its important for freshmen to look at all of the things college has to offer including the new and exciting things that await them outside of their normal routine. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

Housekeeping Tips to Keep Your Home Sparkling

Housekeeping Tips to Keep Your Home Sparkling via Unsplash Create a Routine Cleaning routines are a great way to make sure that your housekeeping is top-notch. Your house will only stay clean if you are consistent with your chores. You would be surprised at how much dust can gather in just a couple of weeks. Designate a day of the week that you will spend time cleaning your apartment. It’s also useful to schedule a certain amount of time that you will spend cleaning. This will help you from getting distracted while cleaning. To stay organized, make a to-do list with the tasks you would like to accomplish. This will help you to stay on track and make sure that everything is done. Deep Cleaning vs. Daily Cleaning There are different levels and methods for housekeeping. It’s important to know the difference between a deep cleaning and a simple cleaning. A simple cleaning should be done once a week and involves straightening up, vacuuming, washing the bathrooms, and dusting. It involves a lot of surface cleaning. A deep cleaning consists of getting into the little crevices in your apartment that you may not think about. This includes dusting your blinds, washing baseboards and windows, and dusting out air vents and ceiling fans. A deep cleaning doesn’t have to happen very often; once a month would be ideal. Stock Up on Cleaning Supplies When it comes to housekeeping, you’ll need some supplies to make sure your home is truly sparkling. You should keep a cabinet or bin stocked with cleaning supplies like dusting spray, bathroom cleaner, glass cleaner, Swiffer pads, and whatever else you think you’ll need. If you want to save some money or are in a pickle when it comes to housekeeping day, there are some cleaning products that you can make with ingredients right from your kitchen. Glass Cleaner For mirrors, windows, and glass surfaces, simply mix vinegar and distilled water in a spray bottle. For a nice scent, add a few drops of essential oil to the mixture. Bathroom Cleaner If you need a quick bathroom cleaner, mix together one cup of vinegar, half a cup of baking soda and hot water and leave in the tub for five minutes. After that, add some more hot water and leave for another five minutes. Drain the tub and rinse. Fuzzy Socks If you’re out of dust rags and you need something quick, grab a pair of fuzzy socks and wipe down the surfaces. Simply throw the socks in the wash and they’ll look like new again. Get Rid of Foul Smells Have you ever walked into your kitchen and wondered what that awful smell was? It’s probably your trash can or the garbage disposal. Many people don’t think of cleaning these items out. If you do start to smell something foul, there are some home remedies to get rid of it. For a garbage disposal, simply throw half a lemon and some ice down it and turn it on. For a smelly trash can, you can make your own deodorizing disks to get rid of that nasty smell of old food. Set Daily Cleaning Goals Rather than waiting for the weekend to get your housekeeping chores done, set some daily cleaning goals for yourself. They can be simple such as making sure all of the dishes are done before you go to sleep and picking up your clothes off the floor every morning. Little tasks like this can really make a difference overall during your busy schedule. A good rule of thumb is that if it will only take a minute or two, don’t put it off. You’ll feel much better knowing it’s done rather than thinking about it all day. Do What You Can While keeping a clean house is important, it shouldn’t stress you out. Your parents probably taught you to keep your room clean and set standards for cleanliness. However, if you cannot keep up with their standards, set your own. Clean what you can and do not put pressure on yourself for your housekeeping habits. If you are too busy to clean, you’re probably too busy to think about decorating and furnishing your apartment as well. CORT Furniture Rental takes the stress out of making your home feel like home by bringing you all of the essentials for making your student housing feel comfortable with their furniture. Looking for an easy way to furnish your off-campus apartment? Renting furniture from CORT saves you time and money. See how easy it is to get great looking furniture without breaking the bank.

Scholarships For Chemists - Do You Know Where to Look?

Scholarships For Chemists - Do You Know Where to Look?At this time in history students who wish to pursue a degree in Chemistry are only permitted to take the courses offered by the College of Engineering. However, there are several scholarships available for the chemists that are worthy of consideration.One of the most important reasons why people pursue a degree in Chemistry is to advance their careers and career options. In today's economy the demand for people with a scientific bent is much higher than ever before. This means that finding a job that will allow you to pay for your education is becoming more difficult as technology has allowed people to do many things that only a few years ago would have been impossible.Students should know that there are numerous grants and scholarships available to those who are interested in pursuing a degree in Chemistry. There are scholarship programs sponsored by individuals, businesses, and the government. You can also find programs offered by chemistry associations like AISC or ACS.When you begin to search for scholarships, there are several things you need to consider in order to simplify the process of finding one that is worth your time and effort. First you need to understand how the scholarship is calculated. This includes what criteria were used to determine if the applicant is qualified, how the scholarship money will be used, and how much the grant is.Next you should evaluate what it will take to get to graduate school and pay for it. The cost of tuition at a private institution, and many public universities, are much higher than those at an average American private college. It is important to remember that you should expect to pay for your education to cover part of your tuition, plus any related fees.Another good way to start is to check out your local college and see if there are any scholarships that you may qualify for. If they are unable to help you then they may have a reference from someone who has alr eady been able to achieve their degree. This can often help them know what opportunities are available.You can search online for scholarships for chemists that are specific to the particular courses that you want to pursue. These scholarships are especially helpful because they allow you to apply as many times as you wish. Remember that if you do not receive a specific scholarship it does not mean that there is no money available to you.