Learn Theories Behind Life Forms With Online Science Tutor

Learn Theories Behind Life Forms With Online Science Tutor 0SHARESShare Science â€" the one subject that had you question yourself about things that surround you and about the Universe and so on. Learn the theories surrounding life as we know it and about how it originated with an online science tutor. Curiosity is an innate quality in humans and most life forms. How did we come to exist upon earth? How the earth was formed, how did life as we know it happen; the questions that arise in one’s mind are boundless. These would certainly have crossed everyone’s mind at some point or the other. This is all science is about and the answers to these lie in its theories, inventions and discoveries. Such intriguing concepts leave many confused and rightly so for some of the theories have taken years to form and years and years for the most learned of men to fine tune. For school children and college kids to master these and perform well in exams would indeed be difficult. An online science tutor could help you with the parts that you find tough or help you grapple and battle the complexities of the subjects with ease. Earlier, classrooms sufficed as education sources as schools had lesser intakes and teachers had the time to focus upon and cater to the needs of each and every student in the class that ensuring understanding of one and all. However, this is not the case today and enlisting the help of an online science tutor to help with your studies would be a good idea. You could learn from anywhere, get 24*7 help, upload notes easily, get assistance with homework, projects and assignments and score much better in your exams. Team up with the best tutor and see your GPA improve by leaps and bounds. [starbox id=admin]

Famous Painters and Paintings

Famous Painters and Paintings Renowned Paintings and the Masters that Rendered Them ChaptersPablo Picasso, the Artistic WolfVincent van Gogh: Not Exactly a LambThe Artist Who Tried to Not Be OneThink back to your days of studying art history: which artists and art movements featured in your curriculum?Surely you learned about the big names but what about Artemisia Gentileschi â€" unusual for being female in the male-dominated world of Italian Renaissance art?What about Paul Cezanne who was so prolific that he painted more than 1,300 canvases in his more than 40 years as an artist but didn’t sell a single one?Humans have always had a need to create art; proof is found everywhere from the Lascaux cave paintings to the images etched in stone in the highlands of Peru.Accordingly, there are/were those who would sacrifice everything from their physical well-being to their sanity for a few more brushstrokes, one more etching, one last depiction...Today, your Superprof takes an artistic turn: we look at two legendary painters at opposite ends of the art spectrum and one w ho considered himself a failure even though, in his lifetime and still today, he is considered one of the most famous artists in the history of art.Put down your gouache and come along! FernandoPainting Teacher 5.00 (8) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EmmaPainting Teacher 5.00 (5) £75/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors DavidPainting Teacher 4.75 (4) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NatashaPainting Teacher 5.00 (7) £37/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors StefaniaPainting Teacher 5.00 (4) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SakinaPainting Teacher 5.00 (1) £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LorrenPainting Teacher 5.00 (2) £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Off2themoonholliePainting Teacher £8/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsPablo Picasso, the Artistic Wolf Picasso's most renown painting is a tribute to the Battle of Guernica Image by Almudena Sanz from PixabayWolves are generally described as instinctual, intuitive and intelligent. Such characteristics describe Picasso to a T.Born into a middle-class family in Malaga, Spain, little Pablo had as great a sense of destiny as he had a need to draw. An apocryphal story relates his first word â€" not ‘Mama’ or ‘Papa’ but ‘Pencil! Pencil!’Maybe there was a reason for young Pablo to crave the graphite instrument: his father was a museum curator and a painter of wildlife and landscape art.Still, his father must have been intent on him following in his footsteps. When the boy turned seven, his Dad started giving him lessons in drawing. He also taught his son painting techniques.So driven was Picasso (or so talented) that his work soon surpassed anything painted by his father. Picasso Sr, having by this time relocated his family to Barcelona, made use of his position at the Academy of Fine Arts, where he was teaching, to secure an audition for his now teenaged son.Pablo did not disappoint. In fact, he shocked, surprised and overwhelmed the admissions board with the breadth of his experience, rare in one so young and undisciplined.Discipline was indeed a problem for Pablo. His ability to paint amazing works of art was not in question, what was missing was the capacity to take instruction and follow rules. He spent a lot of his time in Barcelona getting acquainted with decidedly non-scholarly pursuits.Pablo Picasso’s arrogant streak would dominate his life. Uncaring of critics and their sometimes stinging reviews, he would paint what he liked, as he liked and he didn’t care if anyone liked it.Once on the Parisian art scene, Pablo Picasso moved easily among the various circles, impressionist and expressionist alike. As he became more open to new ideas, including eroticism, his work took on new dimensions.It was the Demoiselles D’Avignon, a large oil on canvas representation of a bordello â€" well, the unclad occupants of a bordello that scandalised the art world. Most decried it as vulgar and ugly; even Georges Braques was repulsed yet fascinated by it.Henri Matisse, Picasso’s lifelong frenemy, rejected the work outright.Braque, a French painter who couldn’t quite get on board the fauvist movement, saw the oeuvre as a gauntlet thrown down.Picasso claimed that this work that eschewed both perspective and classical form liberated him in some fundamental way, permitting him to create an original style of art. Braque agreed.With Picasso and Braque as the fathers, the Demoiselles gave birth to Cubism, a seemingly discordant art movement that ended, some say mercifully, in the late 1920s. Vincent van Gogh repeatedly painted his self portrait because he had no money for models Image by Gerd Altmann from PixabayVincent van Gogh: Not Exactly a LambAt the other end of the ‘vainglorious and cocksure’ spectrum, we find the haunting story of a man dragged into being an artist by destiny.Born into a devoutly religious family, this Dutch painter failed to make any positive impression on the art world until after his death. Indeed, he initially didn’t see himself as having any future in art; he came to the discipline accidentally.Vincent was a quiet child who liked to draw; his mother gently encouraged him but by no means treated him as the prodigy Picasso’s parents cultivated.Looking over events in Vincent’s early life, it is easy to recognise several destabilising elements:an emotionally distant parentliving in close proximity to a grave with his name on it (and being repeatedly brought to said grave)being the oldest childbeing sent to a boarding school far from hom ebeing mentally illAll of this resulted in a socially awkward person who, by all accounts, suffered rejection at every turn â€" romantically, professionally, religiously and socially.Vincent van Gogh offers a cautionary tale of ‘fake it till you make it’.First as an art dealer and then a missionary; as a teacher, a suitor and a painter, narratives all tell the same story: Vincent started out enthusiastic and energetic but things soon went awry. He would find fault with the plan, the process or the person imposing on him, the net result being rejection, again and again.Vincent had three saving graces: his brother Theo, the comfort he found in people (women) at the lower end of social ranks and painting. It was art that finally provided him with an outlet for self-expression.Virtually untrained in everything from wielding a brush to mixing colours, the last 10 years of Vincent van Gogh’s life were nothing if not productive: he turned out more than 900 impressionistic canvases.Un able to afford models, he painted the people and scenes around him. As his madness grew and he was confined to an institution, he painted what he saw out of his window. The more people shunned him, the more he turned to his brushwork.Unlike the self-assured Picasso who was certain his destiny was painting (whether that destiny was shaped by his parents’ wishes is a moot point), Vincent’s lifelong struggle was for mere acceptance.This might lead you to think that, had their paths actually crossed, a wolf like Picasso would chew up and spit out a craven creature such as van Gogh but the truth is that the Spanish artist was in awe of the Dutch post-impressionist painter.Another incomplete thought: Vincent van Gogh was not as meek as his need for acceptance would seem to make him. Quite a few people turned away from him because of his unpleasantness and, at times, his raging temper.Paul Cezanne, his contemporary, knew all about those raging fits. So did Paul Gauguin, who was stridin g away from him when he cut his ear lobe off. Leonardo da Vinci tops the list of famous painters even though he hardly thought of himself as one Image by Free-Photos from PixabayThe Artist Who Tried to Not Be OneFrom the painter who embraced his destiny to the one who struggled to find his, we now travel about 450 years back in time, to a period when being a painter was absolutely the best job anyone could have.The circumstances surrounding Leonardo da Vinci’s arrival in the world were certainly not auspicious; being illegitimate held certain stigmas, especially in Italy, the seat of Catholicism.Leonardo knew nothing of all of this; he was shielded from the worst society could heap on a person by being treated like every other legally-begotten child.He lived in his father’s house â€" a man of good social standing, received the requisite education and, when the time came, was apprenticed to a local artist’s workshop.Teenage Leonardo was both handsome and talented; it is commonly accepted that he posed for several works and also that he lent a hand with some of his mentor’s paintings. He learned how to draw and paint alongside Botticelli, Perugino and other great names of the Early Renaissance period.Did you know that only Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam, on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, rivals the Mona Lisa in fame?It wasn’t long before word got out about da Vinci’s extraordinary painting skills; soon he was dodging commissions left and right â€" meaning that he would accept the commission, start working on it and get distracted, leaving the work incomplete.Still, there were a few paintings that he did not shirk from, among them:The Annunciation (Uffizi Gallery), oil and tempera on poplarMadonna and the Carnation (Munich), oil and tempera on poplarThe Adoration of the Magi (Uffizi Gallery), oil on woodLady with Ermine (National Museum of Art, Kraków), oil on walnutThe two most famous paintings of da Vinci’s bear special mention.The Last Supper was commissioned by his patron, the Duke o f Sforza, to adorn the newly-built refectory on his compound. As he was living in the duke’s court, he could not neglect this assignment lest the duke expel him.Perhaps the most famous painting in the world is the Mona Lisa.This painting too was a commission, given him by a relatively wealthy client at a time when Leonardo was a free agent â€" not a member of any court. Keen to build up his bankroll, he accepted the job but then neglected it in favour of other projects â€" map-making, weapons design and engineering.Strangely enough, while all of Italy was throwing commissions at Leonardo, he mentioned his ability to paint almost as an afterthought. He preferred to bill himself as an engineer a cartographer; two functions he fulfilled brilliantly.Yet, as his life waned, he thought himself a failure in spite of the impact he would have on the painting world for centuries to come. In his last months, he put the final touches to his magnum opus, his Mona Lisa, expressing regret at hav ing squandered his great talent for art.Mona Lisa now hangs out at the Louvre museum, smiling her enigmatic smile, knowing that his dying thoughts were off the mark.Picasso gave us Guernica and a whole range of artworks; van Gogh left behind Starry Night, self-portraits and sunflowers; some of the world's most expensive paintings â€" ironic because he only sold one work in his lifetime.Leonardo da Vinci, who billed himself as anything but a painter, not only left behind remarkable insights into his mind but also his visions of the future... and two of the world's most famous works of art.Now learn about the father of impressionism...

Where to Find A Photography Course in Glasgow

Where to Find A Photography Course in Glasgow Find Photography Lessons in Glasgow ChaptersLearn Photography Skills from a Professional PhotographerTaking Pictures During Photography LessonsAttend Photography School in GlasgowOnline Photography ClassesSituated on the River Clyde â€" perfect for trade and industry, Glasgow's expansion into Scotland's largest city was inevitable.Sadly, very little of Glesga's medieval architecture remains. Still, there are some stunning edifices to be captured, either on film or digitally... or by a hybrid camera.Are buildings not your preferred photo subject?Perhaps you would rather wield your camera at any of Glasgow's numerous festivals: the Glasgow Fair, Celtic Connections, the Merchant City Festival among them.If your shots really merit, you may display them during the biannual International Festival of Visual Art!Maybe you prefer capturing people, in the full of life, enjoying the sights and the feel of the city deemed the friendliest in the UK.With such a reputation, it would be no stretch to imagine all of the tourists who fl ock to the city, either for the sights, sounds and tastes, or to witness for themselves the Old Firm.How much do you want to bet that every one of them brings a camera, of one sort or the other?Do you fret because you don't have an eye for composition?It's OK, not everyone does!Are you delaying investing in quality photographic equipment until you know exactly what metering means, in reference to photography?Metering is just one term applicable to the art; in fact there is an entire lexicon pertinent to photography.Perhaps you have already conceded that such things are best learned from a master, or at least a professional photographer.If that is the case â€" and if it is not yet the case, allow us to direct you to photography classes.Find photography courses Glasgow. Or if you live in the capital, learn about London photography classes.fifty types of image capturing specialties, each require individualised technique and equipment.Although you could use base equipment, such as a cam era body and certain lenses â€" provided they are suited to the job at hand, for the most part, you would need to invest in specific tools to ply your exacting art.With that thought in mind, we choose two of the most popular (and lucrative) aspects of professional photography, and present qualified teachers you could select to learn from.Read about learning photography in Birmingham.Wedding photography has proven to be most lucrative! Source: Pixabay Credit: Gloria AgostinaGordon McGowan: Wedding PhotographerA fellow with the Master Photographers Association, this wedding and portrait photographer now turns his passion to teaching aspiring photographers how to compose a photo, conduct a shoot and the particulars of studio lighting.He offers courses for beginners, intermediate photographers and those with substantial experience behind the lens.He conducts workshops in elementary subjects such as 'Get to Know Your Camera', all the way to 'The Creative Use of Backgrounds'.Throughout hi s courses, he emphasises the importance of the least little pose detail, ensuring a perfect and memorable capture of each photographic moment and setting.Mr. McGowan is one of only three wedding photographers with fellowship in all of the major professional photography associations.You can rest assured this instructor is fully qualified to instruct on everything from the  basics of photography to digital enhancement of your best shots.A full day master class will set you back £395,  or £600 for two people attending together.These workshops are generally student-led: you would pose your questions and receive detailed answers, complete with examples and workarounds to your particular situation.They are meant to improve your skill base by creating a cooperative learning environment, exposing you to queries over situations that you've maybe not yet encountered in the course of your photographic adventures.If a day-long commitment doesn't suit you, perhaps the half-day course ( £150) o r beginner's course ( £50) would fit the bill.What we really like about Gordon McGowan's workshop is that students walk away feeling they were heard, understood and empowered.Being behind the lens can sometimes be more daunting that being in front of it, especially where wedding and fashion photography are concerned.Professional photographers have a duty to capture not just the moments at hand, but the mood of that singular point in time.Gordon  effortlessly teases out innate skills of burgeoning photographers â€" the keen eye, the ability to compose a shot and preserve the moment.What we like less: fees are fairly stiff, especially if you request models, which costs £50 extra per model.Learn photography in Edinburgh too, or join a photography class in Belfast.Photography Training with Going DigitalRemember the selfie stick craze of a few years back?These days, anyone walking around with a SmartPhone is armed with a camera, whether s/he uses it or not.Judging by the millions of sna ps on social media, the supposition that said cameras are not being used is ludicrous.Still, there are photography buffs and â€" to a degree, purists who believe that only a genuine camera can render a quality photograph, suitable for framing and displaying.And selling!We'll leave aside the debate on whether digital or analog cameras are best, to focus exclusively on a photography courses meant for the digital camera owner.Going Digital's most popular one-day workshop is titled Get off Auto â€" the setting a surprising number of beginner photographers seem stuck on.While there is nothing wrong with auto for general shots, a photographer would need a completely different aperture and shutter speed to shoot an action photo or for night photography.Under their guidance, you can learn basic photography skills in picture-worthy settings, such as the Botanical Gardens.If you sign up for their beginner photography course in conjunction with their more advanced lesson, Developing Skills, yo u can benefit from a price discount  as well as expanded knowledge of how to use your camera.Through their photography workshops, you will get hands-on experience, plying your camera on such diverse subjects as flowers and insects.Those lessons would be especially valuable to anyone endeavouring to specialise in macro photography!Or, you could turn your lens up to any of the glass houses, to capture the sparkle of light on the panes.Whether you aim to branch out into commercial photography of any type, or if you just want to capture all of the smiles at your next big event, knowing all you can about the art of photography is a necessary step.Taking your photographing to the next level with this group would set you back £85  for the photography basics course.Signing up for both  of their Explore Your Camera courses would run you £155.What we really like about this photography class is that you learn, in depth, the many features your camera has, shooting in a live setting, and captu ring any type of flora you like.What we like less is the fact that there is little studio photography involved.Still, if you intend to capture images on location, maybe as a photojournalist, these would be fantastic tutorials for you.If you're a Mancunian, this article on photography in Manchester is for you.Known for it's similarity to Hogwarts, Glasgow University is a great spot to snap some photos. Source: VisualhuntTaking Pictures During Photography LessonsA quick glance online reveals that Glasgow has more than ten associations, groups and/or clubs dedicated to photography.Whether you know all about digital SLR or you just want to learn how to photograph, surely any of the camera clubs around town would benefit you.Here we present two that took our fancy.The Penilee Camera Club, now in its fourth decade, welcomes those learning photography, as well as those whose technical skills behind the camera afford them the career of their dreams.Listed both with the Scottish Photographic Federation and the Glasgow District Photographic Union, Penilee routinely sponsors members' artistic efforts in regional competitions.They make available a digital darkroom and a colour printer, as well as a studio, complete with lights and backdrops â€" should portraiture be your specialty.We like that they have a well-projected syllabus on their website, so that you can pick and choose which events to attend, schedule permitting.Of less appeal to us is that their focus is overwhelmingly on digital imaging, with less attention given to film photography.Not so with Eastwood Photographic Society!Based in Scotland, this is a club for anyone interested in photography: young and old, DSLR owners and legacy Leica lovers alike.The eight months' activity their calendar advertises is jam-packed â€" with tutorials, workshops, guest speakers and outings.Are you a fan of landscape photography? Go with them to learn how to use your filters for optimum results!Furthermore, senior members of EP S espouse a mentoring environment to any who want intensive photography lessons.Would photography classes in Leeds suit you better? Read our blog.That is what we love about this organization: that more experienced members coach and counsel those who have only just gotten their introduction to photography.What we're less fond of is the limitations on the schedule: they only meet one night each  week, and they are not open year-round.Meaning: you may not have access to the club's equipment throughout the year.Still, when friendships are forged, you don't necessarily need a clubhouse to go to, do you?Find a photography course in Cardiff!Attend Photography School in GlasgowAnsel received his first camera on his seventh birthday. Film was expensive, so he quickly learned to shoot only unique subjects, taking his time, framing his shots with painstaking care.That would be Ansel Adams, arguably the world's  most renown landscape photographer.If you too want to learn everything from the fun damentals of camera operation to lighting techniques, enroling at Glasgow School of Art would be the perfect way to get your photography degree.Unlike the impoverished Mr. Adams, who could not afford to attend school; who had to discover everything about his art by himself, you would benefit from group sessions and gain tips from teachers.  This all-inclusive course of study includes everything from the history of photography, all the way to new technologies to enhance your images.Too far away from Glasgow? Learn about photography courses in Liverpool.How to shoot and retouching photographs, both digital and film, are a part of the curriculum, as is a segment on Fine Art Critical Studies.Glasgow School of Arts' four year Bachelor of Arts programme was the first of its kind in all of Europe.It covers all aspects of photographic art, from  photography of  architecture to capturing all of the fantastic scenery in and around the city.This is a good example of the bit of ancient architec ture left in Glasgow Source: Pixabay Credit: BrigsteerOnline Photography ClassesIf you wish to pursue photography as a profession, your education could start with The Photography Institute, a strictly online instruction platform.Their curriculum consists of twelve modules that address everything from camera components to advanced photography techniques and specific shooting instances, such as documentary photography.Their course is meant to be self-paced, which removes the obligation to rush off to class after tea or on your lunch break.Their expectation is that you dedicate a minimum of four hours per week, completing the course in approximately six months â€" family and work obligations notwithstanding.And why wouldn't you want to get your certification as soon as possible?Whether you have only ever wanted to see the world through a camera lens or if you are contemplating a career change â€" to macro photography in the Amazon basin, for instance, online photography courses  might be the right fit for you.What if photography workshops and photography schools simply aren't for you?Superprof boasts a cadre of trained photography professionals who are all ready to impart photography tips, one on one, via webcam.From questions about exposure timing to how to use Photoshop, our tutors will deliver the instruction you need, when you need it, in the comfort of your own home.Whether you want to learn commercial photography or artistic composition, for pleasure or for profit, you now know of a multitude of ways to learn photographic techniques in Glasgow.Do you now feel confident in your desire to move beyond point and shoot?Find photography courses throughout the UK on Superprof or read more about finding photography courses  with our dedicated blog.

Introvert Entrepreneurs, How to Prevail past Likely Limitations - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Introvert Entrepreneurs, How to Prevail past Likely Limitations - Introvert Whisperer Introvert Entrepreneurs, How to Prevail past Likely Limitations It is obvious that introverts, by nature, are hesitant when it comes to human interaction. They are more shy and tend to get anxious when it comes to being the center of attention. These qualities are perceived as limiting when it comes to entrepreneurs, however, there are many qualities of more introverted people that important for climbing the corporate ladder. While there are likely limitations to being an introverted entrepreneur, here are some ways you can overcome the challenges. Talking to Vendors An entrepreneur has an idea for a company, product, etc. and this idea is one that they need to sell to others. Unless one comes into a large amount of money, those looking to start a business will need to have investors fund their company. This means talking to multiple lenders to sell your thoughts and ideas, as well as to ask for their financial support. This is can ultimately seem like a hurdle for those looking to be a “behind the scene” style leader. However, there are ways to work around this. Most introverted entrepreneurs find other ways to market themselves. With the business world being so digitally based, most entrepreneurs use the internet and social media to get in contact with vendors. Sometimes all you need is a good promotional campaign. Another option would be to hire a marketing consultant to help talk to vendors on your behalf. Finding someone who is just as passionate about your ideas as you are is a great idea. That way that can expressively communicate your company as you would naturally. Misjudgement from Others Most introverts can unfairly be labeled as weird, snobbish, insecure, or antisocial. This is something that introverted entrepreneurs have struggled with in the past and it makes it hard to relate to others. This can be a problem when trying to relate to vendors but it can be a roadblock when trying to collect a workforce of employees. In startup businesses, many candidates going for a position at the company like to be able to relate to the owner/creator. This is understandable because they want to make sure the organization is a good fit for them and their professional personality. This is a struggle for introverts because they are misjudged and can be portrayed as standoffish. One way to overcome this is to be open and honest that you naturally a quieter person. Let them know this is your way of communicating or have another person working for you fill the interviewee in. That way they are fully prepared and can adapt for how to interact with you and they will be aware that you ar e just a quieter person. Public Speaking Public Speaking classes or a presentation in school was very difficult for introverts. Entrepreneurial introverts might have to present their ideas to others who work for them or to vendors in order to present their good ideas or wins for the company. This is something that so many successful introverts have struggled with but find different ways to overcome. Many prominent company owners are trained to speak publicly in the proper way and this is something that is necessary when speaking on behalf of a company professionally. While an introvert may be extremely nervous to talk in front of a crowd, with the proper training, the introvert can know the right tricks to make it seem as if he or she is an eloquent speaker. If this does not make them comfortable, they can choose to have a partner or another trusting colleague be the face of the company and give these talks. If you want to be an entrepreneur but you have a shyer personality there is hope for you. Working on trying to improve your interactive skills and being more personal is one option, but there are many other options one has, including using social media and other technology to market one’s company. Take into account that there are other successful introvert leaders of the world, such as Bill Gates and Warren Buffett. If introverts try to find creative ways of interacting and follow other famous introvert examples, they are sure to be successful. Bio: Amanda  Peterson is a contributor to the site  Enlightened Digital  and a software engineer from New York City. Her aim is to explore how changes in technology affect personal business growth and professional development, especially for women.   Go to top Do you know what your next career step is?  Many people don’t. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my eBook on how to construct your Career SMART Goals â€" that will help you put together your actions and keep you accountable. Get your copy now and start your action plan today! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer

Professores da LOI English Kathryn Johnson

Professores da LOI English Kathryn Johnson Conhecer pessoas de todo o mundo é um dos benefícios de trabalhar e estudar online. É divertido falar com pessoas com experiências de vida diferentes, por isso muitos dos professores da LOI English dizem quem adoram conhecer pessoas novas e  Kathryn Johnson é um exemplo disso.Kathryn é natural dos Estados Unidos e é graduada em Estudos Latino-Americanos pela Universidade da Califórnia. Atualmente, ela vive no Chile e ensina Inglês para pessoas do mundo inteiro. Por norma, os alunos de  Kathryn são do Brasil, da Rússia e do Japão, mas ela também já ensinou Inglês no Chile, em um programa governamental que visava a melhoria no TOEIC.Ela contou que já tinha vivido no Chile em 2005, quando se certificou para dar aulas de Inglês, mas decidiu voltar para os Estados Unidos.  Kathryn acredita que ir para onde nos sentimos felizes é o mais importante na vida, por causa disso, quando ela estava se sentido estagnada, resolveu voltar para o Chile para viver perto da praia, melh orar o seu Espanhol e ensinar Inglês.A professora disse que acha que os problemas mais comuns dos estudantes que têm como primeira língua o Português são bastante semelhantes aos daqueles que têm como língua materna o Espanhol. Para ajudar esses alunos, ela usa os seus conhecimentos de Espanhol e de Português. Por exemplo, em uma aula com um aluno brasileiro,  Kathryn explicou a diferença entre  I am boring  e  I am bored  usando a tradução dessas expressões (Eu sou chato e Eu estou chateado/entediado).Quando questionei que tipo de materiais ela normalmente usa para ajudar os alunos a entender conceitos abstratos ou para ajudar a enriquecer o seu conhecimento da língua,  Kathryn confessou que não é muito de recomendar livros, mas que usa filmes para explicar alguns conceitos.  Em uma ocasião, a professora usou o filme Dick Tracy para explicar o significado da palavra mumble, já que um dos personagens do filme, representado por Dustin Hoffman, exemplifica perfeitame nte o que a palavra quer dizer. Segundo  Kathryn, ver filmes também ajuda a melhorar o entendimento e o uso apropriado dos tão temidos phrasal verbs.Ela também comentou que as diferenças culturais podem ser um obstáculo para quem está aprendendo Inglês. Por esse motivo, ela tenta incorporar os aspectos culturais no processo de aprendizagem, se assegurando que explica tudo de forma que seus alunos entendam e que dá referências de filmes alarguem o conhecimento da cultura dos países anglófonos.É super fácil falar com a Kathryn e a nossa conversa foi super divertida. Se você está procurando uma professora que fala sobre assuntos interessantes e deixa você falar do que gosta, a  Kathryn é definitivamente é uma ótima opção!

What Colleges Look for in Applicants Extracurricular Activities

What Colleges Look for in Applicants’ Extracurricular Activities College is on the horizon, but your teen is looking to do more than just get in. He wants to set himself apart with an impressive resume, and possibly earn a few scholarships while hes at it. Grades and strength of curriculum are top of the list of attributes that colleges look for in applicants, but there is no doubt that admissions officersespecially at highly competitive colleges and universitiesalso appreciate that something extra in students. Extracurricular activities are a great way for teens to build leadership abilities and fuel their passions. Your teen might be on a quest to identify the best extracurricular activities that will give her resume a boost. However, the reality is, college admissions officers arent partial to certain extracurricular activities. Theyre simply looking to see that students are committed to those activities. Here are a few attributes that colleges appreciate in extracurricular activities: Passion Above all else, colleges like to see extracurricular activities on resumes that demonstrate students excitement about something. So, whether your teen is an avid basketball player or a focused future engineer who founded the school engineering club, the key is that he is sincere about his enthusiasm for the endeavor. In fact, admissions officers would rather a student be committed to one or two activities than passively involved with six or seven. Leadership Admissions officers consider students with leadership aptitudes as positive contributors to campus life. Your teens involvement in a club or activity is much more meaningful when it is obvious how it made an impacton the school, other students, the community and/or the world. Being a leader requires ardor, vision and values, which are qualities that make strong candidates for college admission. Challenging In reality, your teen isnt likely to gain much from a club that doesnt ask much of her. Instead, your teen should seek out activities that push her to be better, acquire a new skill or set a goal to strive toward. The student with a fear of public speaking who gets involved in debate club stands to grow a great deal. Creative Theres so much benefit in being able to explore ideas and think creatively, both in school and the real world. Colleges value commitment to lifelong learning, self-discovery and self-expression. Career-Focused Some students know from a young age what they want to do with their lives. If this sounds like your teen, encourage him to get real-world experience in the field in which hes interested. If your teen goes to college with plans to major in biology and continue on in medical school, that volunteer work in the assisted living facility or part-time job as a nursing assistant will prove hes serious. What colleges especially want to see is that a student has selected certain activities for a reason. Encourage your teen to choose extracurriculars that mean something to her and dedicate her time and energy toward them.

From Struggling Student to Kumon Dual Program Completer

From Struggling Student to Kumon Dual Program Completer From Struggling Student to Kumon Dual Program Completer For a young man with autism, the Kumon Program was an incredible challenge for Dylan. His parents enrolled him at the age of 10 when a teacher informed them he was several grade levels behind in public school. Six years later, Dylan has become the first dual-subject completer at his Kumon Center, is excelling in the classroom and even taking dual credit classes at his local community college while attending high school. Dylan has two big passions outside of the classroom â€" a love for wildlife and art. Already an active volunteer at the Albuquerque BioPark, he hopes to become a marine biologist, artist and wildlife photographer when he grows up. In fact, Dylan is already an award winning artist, having been recognized with many regional and national awards. An inspiration to so many, Dylan shared with us some insight into his journey of completing the Kumon Math and Reading Programs. What did it mean to you to finish the Kumon Math and Reading Program? Completing the Kumon Program has helped me approach any challenge I come across with a positive attitude. I learned that with hard work and concentration, I could accomplish anything! I feel more confident both in and out of the classroom. It meant so much to me to see how proud my parents were of my achievements. What obstacles did you have to overcome? And how did you stay motivated? The Kumon Program really increased my confidence, but there were still times when I found the work to be very challenging. The higher math levels became very difficult and I had trouble staying focused, but I never once thought about quitting or giving up. I stayed motivated by working at my own pace. My parents and my Instructor supported me in every possible way and helped me feel comfortable. What is your favorite book on the Kumon Recommended Reading List? I really enjoyed reading “The Three Musketeers” by Alexandre Dumas. It was about a small group of men who fought for good and what’s right in the world, eventually winning in the end. I really enjoy stories with happy endings. What advice do you have for other Kumon students trying to become program completers? The biggest piece of advice I have is to never give up and to do a little each day. It’s not going to be easy and you may hit a few bumps in the road, but as long as you keep a positive attitude and work at your own pace, you will feel so proud when you cross the finish line. You might also be interested in: Dual Program Completer’s Love of Music Leads to Giving Back Meet Elina, a Dual Program Completer Who Has Developed Independence in Kumon Kumon Dual Program Completer Aims to Become an Assistant at her Local Center Finding the motivation to continue learning during the summer can be a challenge. 13-year-old Kumon dual program completer shares advice on perseverance. From Struggling Student to Kumon Dual Program Completer From Struggling Student to Kumon Dual Program Completer For a young man with autism, the Kumon Program was an incredible challenge for Dylan. His parents enrolled him at the age of 10 when a teacher informed them he was several grade levels behind in public school. Six years later, Dylan has become the first dual-subject completer at his Kumon Center, is excelling in the classroom and even taking dual credit classes at his local community college while attending high school. Dylan has two big passions outside of the classroom â€" a love for wildlife and art. Already an active volunteer at the Albuquerque BioPark, he hopes to become a marine biologist, artist and wildlife photographer when he grows up. In fact, Dylan is already an award winning artist, having been recognized with many regional and national awards. An inspiration to so many, Dylan shared with us some insight into his journey of completing the Kumon Math and Reading Programs. What did it mean to you to finish the Kumon Math and Reading Program? Completing the Kumon Program has helped me approach any challenge I come across with a positive attitude. I learned that with hard work and concentration, I could accomplish anything! I feel more confident both in and out of the classroom. It meant so much to me to see how proud my parents were of my achievements. What obstacles did you have to overcome? And how did you stay motivated? The Kumon Program really increased my confidence, but there were still times when I found the work to be very challenging. The higher math levels became very difficult and I had trouble staying focused, but I never once thought about quitting or giving up. I stayed motivated by working at my own pace. My parents and my Instructor supported me in every possible way and helped me feel comfortable. What is your favorite book on the Kumon Recommended Reading List? I really enjoyed reading “The Three Musketeers” by Alexandre Dumas. It was about a small group of men who fought for good and what’s right in the world, eventually winning in the end. I really enjoy stories with happy endings. What advice do you have for other Kumon students trying to become program completers? The biggest piece of advice I have is to never give up and to do a little each day. It’s not going to be easy and you may hit a few bumps in the road, but as long as you keep a positive attitude and work at your own pace, you will feel so proud when you cross the finish line. You might also be interested in: Dual Program Completer’s Love of Music Leads to Giving Back Meet Elina, a Dual Program Completer Who Has Developed Independence in Kumon Kumon Dual Program Completer Aims to Become an Assistant at her Local Center Finding the motivation to continue learning during the summer can be a challenge. 13-year-old Kumon dual program completer shares advice on perseverance.

How can I help my child transition to secondary school

How can I help my child transition to secondary school The summer holidays always go by faster than any of us would like, so we thought there was no time like the present to consider how you can help your child be both physically and mentally prepared for secondary school. No doubt they have already been thinking about going up to big school! Induction days Hopefully in the summer term Year 6 have been on an induction day (or two) to the secondary school they will be attending. This will have given them a 'day in the life' allowing them to experience the new timetable, longer days and meet lots of new friends and teachers. Schools put a lot of effort into these as they want pupils to get excited about their first day and know what to expect when they arrive. Sit down for a chat Secondary school can be a nerve-wracking time for both you and your child. Sitting down for a chat with them is a good way to explain what they might expect and find out if they have any questions. It's a time of big change, with larger class sizes, more homework and greater importance put on education. Assure them that everyone else going into year 7 is in the same boat. Try to be upbeat and positive, as you don't want any anxiety to pass on to your child. Consider what you need to buy There's nothing worse than being in a rush before the new school term so don't leave it until the last minute to purchase new school uniform and sports kit. It might need adjusting and labelling everything takes time to ensure clothes don't got lost. Think about making a day out of it, allowing your child to choose their school bag and get any stationery they will need (e.g. pencil case, pens, pencils, eraser, ruler and geometry set). Plan the journey A new school means a new route to get there. If your child is going to be travelling on their own do a mock journey with them. This allows you to check they are aware of road safety and can read timetables if required. Having done it once they will feel more confident about it on the day although do expect them to want you to accompany them for the first few days. The day before Make sure everyone gets to bed early the night before, alarms are set and uniform laid out. Pack their school bag with their pencil case and anything else they might need e.g. lunch money or healthy packed lunch and sports kit. If you have time putting the breakfast out for the morning is a good idea to ensure getting everyone to school in the morning will be as stress free as possible. Then all that's left is for you to get up and go in the morning.