Cho in Chemistry - A Review of the Book

Cho in Chemistry - A Review of the BookCho in Chemistry is the title of a book published by Gary H.A. Haas, professor of biochemistry and molecular biology at UCLA Medical School. It is an e-book containing a collection of 100 elementary and intermediate levels lectures that you can study using your computer. The course was actually produced by Haas himself, and has been in process for more than four years.Cho was also the driving force behind online review site reviewbookreview.com, which allows its users to post their personal opinion about a book or any topic. This is how he describes himself on his website. He states: 'I am an educator who used to teach at UCLA; I am also a molecular biologist who became an author.' In other words, he is the kind of person who believes that there is nothing wrong with being a teacher and then doing other things too.The content of Cho in Chemistry is straightforward. It is indeed packed with important topics, especially given that the book contain s 100 lectures from a wide range of disciplines. Although you can choose to watch the videos or listen to the audio books, in the end you will get the hang of the material.The topics covered in the course include molecules, atoms, chemical bonding, compounds, basic rules, chemical reactions, equilibrium, thermodynamics, molecular mechanisms, common chemical elements, and elementary principles. Most of the lectures are broken into two parts: (a) Overview of the material, and (b) Research based lesson plans. The first part deals with all the material that is relatively easy to understand.However, I cannot find any point in the course where students can really learn how to be able to communicate with others about concepts and details. One of the ways of teaching and communicating is through textbooks, and online textbooks are not allowed in Cho in Chemistry. Instead, students are provided with several free guides like the one created by Prof. Haas.Tcho in chemistry However, the key me ssage from Cho in Chemistry is to never settle for anything less than your best. As the author of the book, it is important to impart a lesson plan that would be useful for you, whether you're a student or an educator. After all, no matter how many subjects you're taught, the one thing you need to know is how to use them. Cho in Chemistry not only teaches you how to apply all the new information but also shows you how to apply it to your real life situation.As far as reviews are concerned, you should never use one book to determine the quality of another. However, this is true for Cho in Chemistry as well.

Vegan Recipes How to Eat Vegan

Vegan Recipes How to Eat Vegan All You Need To Know About Adopting A Vegan Diet Plan ChaptersWhat's All This Talk About Vegan Foods?What Is Vegan Food?Vegan Health BenefitsThe 5 Best Supermarkets For Buying Vegan Foods10 Quick And Simple Vegan Recipes10 Vegan Baking RecipesAre You Ready To Go Vegan?3. Sainsbury’sSainsbury’s offer their customers a fair few  vegan ingredients and dishes. Their Freefrom line offers vegan-labelled products, including vegan-friendly crispier bars, Turkish delights and ice creams. In their frozen section, you will find meat-free meatballs and burgers alongside Quorn and Linda McCartney products.Vegan foods like Quorn products are stocked in a number of supermarkets. Photo credit: ms_bulsara on Visualhunt.com4. TescoJust like its previous competitor, Tesco stocks an array of products suitable for vegans, including cheeses, margarine, yoghurts, and ice cream. Their frozen foods section comprises of soya mince, kale and butternut squash roasts and falafels.5. WaitroseAs you might expect, Waitrose delivers the goods when it comes to a spe cific diet like veganism. Their extensive range of healthy foods includes basil tofu, hotdogs, ice cream, curries, crisps and crumbles. Big name brands include Quorn and Cauldron.Morrisons, Aldi and Asda do offer some vegan foods too, but this seems to be more ‘by accident’ than a well thought out plan to stock healthy vegan goods.Likewise, Lidl don’t have a great range of vegan foods but they do label their foods clearly and are cooperative when you ask them questions in store or by email.You can discover more about the vegan food ranges stocked by the above stores in the blog The Best Shops For Vegan Food.10 Quick And Simple Vegan RecipesAre you looking for some vegan recipes which will look good as well as fill you up but that won’t take hours to prepare?Look no further than our list below of ten quick and simple recipes. Whether you like to get your dinner preparation over and done with as quickly or possible, or you like to make your dinner-making a drawn out affair, ea ch of these recipes can feasibly be ready in around half an hour.That gives you a few extra minutes to pour yourself a nice cold glass of vegan-friendly wine while you wait for your culinary masterpiece to be ready!1. Vegan pizza: Okay, it takes 40 mins but is worth the extra 10!For the full list of ingredients and cooking method, visitMy Favorite Vegan Pizza2. Mediterranean baked sweet potatoes: A savoury, sweet, fresh and comforting Mediterranean-inspired dish.In summary, this fast recipe consists of:Baked sweet potatoes â€" cut in half to shorten cooking time Seasoned, roasted chickpeas Garlic-herb sauce Parsley-tomato salad for garnishThe result is a quick and easy lunch or dinner that’s both satisfying and healthy. For the full list of ingredients and cooking method, visitMediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes3. Coconut curry: A flavoursome dish that lets you use up your leftover vegetables.Here is a flexible recipe that allows you to use whichever vegetables and spices you fe el like. Although the the recipe uses broccoli, carrot, onion, snow peas and tomato, you could go with whatever veggies you wish! The same goes for the spices: this method keeps it simple with curry powder and a pinch of cayenne but you could also add turmeric, cinnamon or cumin to add even more flavour.For the full list of ingredients and cooking method, visit30-Minute Coconut Curry4. Poblano and portobello fajitas: an alternative to the Mexican favourite.Ingredients• 1 Tbsp (15 ml) olive or coconut oil • 1 poblano pepper, seeds removed and thinly sliced • 2 bell peppers, seeds removed and thinly sliced • 1 jalapeño, seeds removed and thinly sliced • 1 yellow or white onion, cut into thin rounds • 2 large or 4 baby portobello mushrooms, stems removed, wiped clean and thinly sliced • 2 ripe avocados • juice of 1/2 lime • sea salt, cumin, garlic powder • optional: 1 tsp A1 steak sauce (for mushrooms) • 6 small flour or corn tortillas • optional: fresh red on ion, hot sauce, cilantro, salsaMethod1. Heat a large skillet and a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot add a dash of olive or coconut oil to the large skillet, then the onion and peppers. Season generously with salt, cumin and garlic powder.2. Cook until softened and slightly caramelised, stirring often. Set aside and cover to keep warm.3. At the same time, add a dash of oil to the medium pan. Then add the mushrooms. Season with a bit of salt and once softened and brown (see photo), add a dash of A1 (vegan-friendly) for more flavour (optional). Remove from heat, set aside and cover.4. Prepare guacamole by adding two avocados to a bowl then adding the juice of half a lime and a generous pinch of salt. Fresh cilantro and onion are optional.5. Warm tortillas in the microwave or oven and you’re ready to go. Serve tortillas with peppers and onions, mushrooms, guacamole, and any other toppings you desire such as salsa, hot sauce, and cheese or sour cream (for non-vegan).Nutri tion information* Serving size: 1/3 recipe Calories: 427 Fat: 27.8g Saturated fat: 5.7g Carbohydrates: 43.1g Sugar: 7.1g Sodium: 215mg Fiber: 14.8g Protein: 6.7g*Nutritional information roughly calculated based on 1/3 recipe without toppings.Recipe courtesy ofPoblano and Portobello Fajitas5. Vegan green chilli mac’n’cheese: a simple alternative to the original cheese-fest.This is an unprocessed, wholesome, dairy-free recipe to help satisfy those cravings for childhood favourites. It is creamy, cheesy, spicy and absolutely delicious. Plus, it offers just under 20 grass of protein with every serving â€" what more could you want?For the full list of ingredients and cooking method, visitVegan Green Chili Mac n CheeseNote: You will need to soak your cashews overnight!6. Vegan mushroom stroganoffIngredients• noodles • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 yellow onion, chopped • 3 tablespoons whole wheat flour, divided • 2 cups beefless beef broth or vegetable broth • 1 tablespoon so y sauce • 1 teaspoon lemon juice • 1 teaspoon tomato paste • 1 1/2 pounds mushrooms (half Portobello and half White Button mushrooms), cut into large 2-inch chunks • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme • 1/2 teaspoon dried sage • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar • 1/4 cup vegan sour cream (optional) • 10 turns of fresh ground, black pepper • 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, mincedMethod1. Cook the noodles per the direction on the package. Under cook them a bit because they will be cooked again once incorporated into the sauce.2. Drain and set aside.3. In a large saucepan, add the olive oil and sauté the onions for 3 minutes over medium heat.4. Add the flour and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.5. Gradually add the broth, soy sauce, lemon juice, and tomato paste, while stirring at the same time. Stir until mixture becomes thick and bubbly, about a minute.6. Add the mushrooms, thyme, sage, and salt. Stir to combine.7. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequen tly until mushrooms have shrunk in size.8. Add the vinegar and simmer for 4 more minutes.9. Add the noodles, sour cream, 1 tablespoon of flour, black pepper, and parsley and cook on low for an additional 5 minutes.10. Garnish with parsley.Nutritional informationTotal Calories: 795 | Total Carbs: 104 g | Total Fat: 21 g | Total Protein: 50 g | Total Sodium: 1,548 g | Total Sugar: 13 gRecipe courtesy of One Green Planet.For more head turning vegan recipes, take a look at the blog 10  Vegan Recipes That Will Turn Heads.10 Vegan Baking RecipesIf you are a devout vegan, you’ll be all too aware of the products you can and can’t use when baking vegan puddings. However, if you are trying out a vegan recipe or want to put in that extra effort and cook a completely vegan three-course meal for a vegan friend, then you might like to find some recipes that won’t require you to go out an buy a shop-full of alternatives to your kitchen cupboard basics.Here are ten recipes that use straightfo rward ingredients, suitable for a vegan diet.1. Vegan tiffinUsing ingredients from your larder, like coconut oil, golden syrup, cranberries and pistachios, you can make this tasty dessert. It is great for parties, and with some vegan dark chocolate and ginger nut biscuits thrown in, no one would suspect it’s vegan it tastes so good!For the full list of ingredients and cooking method, visit BBC Good Food.2. Sticky Toffee Pear PuddingIngredients• 8 small firm pears • 200g golden caster sugar • 2 cinnamon sticks • 1 star anise • 6 cloves • 1 lemon, zest pared • 1 orange, zest pared • vegan ice cream, to serve (optional)For the sponge • 250g pitted dates • 2 tbsp linseeds • 300ml unsweetened almond milk • 200ml vegetable oil, plus extra for greasing • 175g dark muscovado sugar • 200g self-raising flour • 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda • 1 tsp ground mixed spiceMethod1. Peel the pears and cut the bottom off each to give a flat base â€" cut them to a height th at will fit snugly in your tin. Use a melon baller or small knife to cut out the pips from the base. Roughly chop the pear scraps, discarding the pips, and set aside. Tip the sugar, cinnamon, star anise, cloves, zests and 600ml water into a saucepan large enough to fit all the pears. Bring to the boil, then simmer until the sugar has dissolved. Add the pears, cover with a lid or a piece of baking parchment, and poach gently for 15 mins until a knife easily slides into a pear. Leave to cool in the liquid.2. Now make the sponge. Put the dates and linseeds in a saucepan and add the almond milk. Bring to a gentle simmer, then cook for 2-3 mins until the dates are soft. Pour into a food processer and blitz until smooth. Add the oil and blend again, then scrape into a bowl and set aside to cool a little. Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Grease and line a 20 x 30cm baking tin (a loose -bottomed one if possible) with a strip of baking parchment.3. Put the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl with 1/ 2 tsp salt. Mix well, breaking up any lumps of sugar with your fingers, and shaking the bowl a few times to encourage any remaining lumps to come to the surface. Add the date and oil mixture, and stir well. Fold in the chopped pear scraps. Scrape the cake mixture into the tin, then nestle in the pears, standing straight up, so that the bottom halves are covered. Bake for 35-40 mins until the cake is cooked through. Insert a skewer to the centre to check â€" it should come out clean. If there is any wet cake mixture on the skewer, return the cake to the oven and bake for 10 mins more, then check again.4. Meanwhile, bring the pear poaching liquid back to the boil and simmer until reduced to a glossy syrup. When the pudding is cooked, cool for 5-10 mins, then brush all over with the syrup, saving a little extra to serve alongside, with vegan ice cream, if you like.Recipe courtesy of BBC Good Food.If you’d like to make your own toffee sauce to go with the above, you can f ind a link to a vegan-friendly recipe when visiting the above recipe on the BBC Good Food site.3. Avocado strawberry ices: a refreshing and fruity summer dessert.For the full list of ingredients and cooking method, click here.4. Banana bread: makes two flavour-packed loaves to go around!Find the full list of ingredients and cooking method here.5. Lemon cakeIngredients• 250g vegan margarine • 200g sugar • 2 tsp vanilla sugar • 30g soya flour • 1/2 tsp xanthan gum • 200ml warm water including juice of 2 lemons • Finely grated zest of 2 lemons • 150g plain flour • 100g corn flour • 15g baking powder • 50g ground almondsFor the icing • 150g icing sugar • 3 tbsp lemon juice • 2 tsp lemon zestMethod1. Preheat oven to 170 degrees, line a 30cm cake loaf tin and lightly grease.2. Place vegan margarine, sugar and vanilla sugar, soya flour, lemon zest and xanthan gum into a mixing bowl. Combine on low speed.3. Top up the lemon juice with warm water to 200ml in total . Let liquid drizzle into mixture beating on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until creamy.4. Sift flour, corn flour and baking powder and fold under mixture with a spatula.5. Fill with loaf tin cake mixture and bake for 65-70 minutes.To make the icingMix the icing sugar with zest and lemon juice. Spread over cake.Recipe courtesy of Vegan Society.Are You Ready To Go Vegan?And there you have it! Everything you need to know about becoming or remaining vegan, including some really great recipes to try out.For more vegan baking recipes to try your hand at, visit my blog 10 Amazing Vegan Baking Recipes.So, even if you aren't sure that you can stick it out, why not try going vegan for Lent? Just like so many others out there, you will no doubt find yourself loving that feel-good sensation of ridding your body of some of the nasty, hidden things that you ingest as part of a traditional British diet. Why not get help with cooking classes at Superprof.

Singing Lessons Bournemouth

Singing Lessons Bournemouth Where Can You Find Singing Classes with a Voice Coach in Bournemouth? ChaptersWhat Does it Take to Take Singing Lessons?Vocal Coaching in Poole/BournemouthSinging With the ChoirTake Vocal Lessons OnlineUnlike other cities in around the UK that have a heavy association with music â€" such as The Pool or Madchester, Bournemouth is better known for its tourist culture and nightlife.Surely some of that after-hours fun involves karaoke bars, doesn't it?Still, there is a rich musical heritage here, with members of internationally renown bands like Manfred Mann's Earth Band and Supertramp calling it home.Those worthies notwithstanding, perhaps the most notable aspect of Bournemouth's social climate is that, according to a survey conducted in 2007, that area was reportedly the happiest place in the UK.More than 80% of survey respondents stated that they were happy with their lives in Bournemouth.We find that an interesting statistic, as singing has been proven to positively impact mental, physical and emotional well-being.Does that mean that everyone there hum s a happy tune?How great a portion does music occupy in the lives of people living in Bournemouth? How does it impact your life?Let us now discover where in the region you too can learn to sing like Lou Brown! most popular singers today have no better a voice than you do; theirs is just well-trained.Voice coaches enjoy working with people of all vocal ranges, from every walk of life.What matters most to your prospective singing teacher is that you are passionate about music and self-expressionLearning to sing with a qualified instructor and singing for the masses are mutually exclusive concepts.You may want to sing at your parents' silver anniversary or at your sister's wedding. You might have signed on, or been recruited into a talent contest at work.You may even just enjoy singing in the shower!Now, we give you pragmatic reasons to consider vocal training, besides the general statement made above â€" that singing improves overall health.A good voice coach would emphasize good post ure and breath control Source: Pixabay Credit: Mohamed HasanBetter PostureThe first aspect of learning to sing would surely be how you hold yourself.A slump-shouldered pose affects your breathing and, later in life, could lead to debilitating disease.From your very first lesson, your voice teacher will show you how to maximise your air intake: shoulders back, abdomen taut and using your diaphragm to push the notes out more forcefully.Soon, you'll be belting out a chorus like Adele!Breath ControlThis is the single, most important aspect of learning to sing well.How you exhale controls the sound you emit, as well as its volume, pitch and tone.Have you ever wondered how Mariah Carey manages to hit every note along a 7-octave range?Your larynx plays a part in determining whether you are an alto or soprano; tenor or bass, but how you exercise your voice, along with how you use wind makes all the difference.Good singing teachers would emphasize how to use head voice, chest voice and mixed voice.Proper breath control helps build resonance, too.Vocal ExercisesSinging scales have been so popularized that they have become almost clichéd.In movies about music and movies about ordinary school, we hear the piano strike a key and voices intone...But are scales actually still relevant in voice training today?Even established singers confess, with a measure of guilt, that they do not necessarily run scales prior to a performance.They just sing and warm up as they go along.The best way to stress your vocal chords is to jump right into a complex melody without adequately preparing.You may be dismayed that more than a third of your singing lessons consist of warm up exercises.The fact is, scales are designed to extend your range as well as get your throat ready to work.When you learn how to sing with a teacher well versed in music theory, s/he will keep you, the beginner, in your perceived range â€" the notes you can comfortably reach.However, as your breathing and endurance im proves, s/he will add notes to the top and bottom of your range, so that you can extend it.Using this technique, you will soon be able to sing high notes that, before, you were straining to reach.Where can you find such voice lessons?  You too can be confident in wielding a microphone after your singing lessons! Source: Pixabay Credit: QuimunsVocal Coaching in Poole/BournemouthThe College offers full time or part time enrolment for music lessons.Whether you want to be a classical performer or prefer singing covers of popular songs, this school has state of the art recording facilities, and professional musicians to lead you to singing success.Their staff has far-reaching contacts in the music industry, too!Studying singing there, you will be a part of a large group of musicians, who even gig on the weekends!Bournemouth School of MusicSet in the funky Pokedown area, this well-established institute has a solid reputation for turning out singing (and other musical) talent.Their premier singing coach  made her splash in the mainstream music scene and is now ready, with all of her verve and energy, to put you into the spotlight.In their facility's soundproofed rooms, she teaches vocal techniques to beginners as well as more advanced singers.You can take lessons by yourself, or invite your mates to join in!Singing Lessons BournemouthBrittany Soriano lends her dynamic teaching style and passion for singing to this venture, offering lessons to aspiring singers of all ages and genders, individually or in small groups.She is proficient in imparting singing techniques for all styles of music, from Jazz and Blues to Rock and Contemporary.If you have a special love for Country music, that is where she excels!This professional singer is as concerned with your vocal health as with your learning how to sing, so be prepared to do plenty of warmups and get a great background in musical theory and how to breathe.In fact, she recommends bringing a bottle of water and a notebook t o your sessions.Singing With the ChoirLet us paint this scenario: you were taking voice lessons for a specific purpose â€" the aforementioned anniversary party, for instance.Since then, you have discovered that you love to sing, are not half-bad at it, and wish to continue â€" preferably without the fees and formality of actual classes.If that is you, consider joining one (or more) of the many choirs active in the Bournemouth/Poole area.But, aren't choirs something you hear in Church? Very formal affairs, singing classical numbers in Latin?Sing Now is a group of music lovers who lift their voices enthusiastically, all over town and at special events.Their philosophy is that singing is for everyone. In that spirit, they do not require you to know how to read music; they don't even require  you to audition!They do ask that you attend rehearsal regularly, and that is when you will glean the most singing tips.The Funky Little Choir Co actually has three different divisions: Children, Yo uths, and Adults.While not exactly professional â€" they do not even wear choir robes!, they have a polished sound that can only come from a tight-knit group who just wanna sing it loud!They will happily give you a trial session on Mondays (in Christchurch) or Thursday evenings.What if you don't have time to sing with a choir on a regular basis? What if you are already committed on the days they rehearse?What if singing in a choir is simply not how you envisioned improving as a vocalist?You only need one web address to find quality singing lessons Source: Pixabay Credit RachelScottYogaTake Vocal Lessons OnlineIf the demands on your time and energy are such that you simply cannot envision yourself going back into town for vocal warm ups, perhaps singing lessons online would be the best option for you.If you lack in confidence; maybe even suffer stage fright and cannot squeak a note out with someone else in the room, online lessons might be the only solution to training your voice.You could shop around the Internet and trust your search engine to lead you to the right music teacher for your vocal range and singing style...Or you could just head directly to Superprof and engage any one (or more) of the nearly seven hundred tutors, to start your singing exercises today!Superprof voice coaches generally offer their first hour free, which would give you a chance to see if their teaching methods suit your needs.All of their profiles detail their level of experience and certification, and their preferred style of music.To find a teacher in tune with your singing goals â€" maybe you want to become more confident through song, you only need one Internet search.And a decent computer set-up.Here we are, so close to Christmas: are you ready to go caroling?You will be next year, after building your repertoire with the great singers you'll meet during the course of your singing lessons, wherever in the UK you learn to sing! Whether it's Bournemouth, Cardiff, Glasgow, London, Manchester,  Nottingham, Belfast, Edinburgh or the World Capital City of Pop: Liverpool.Happy Harmony!

The Best Poetry Quotes

The Best Poetry Quotes Famous Quotes from Poems and Quotes About Poetry ChaptersWell-Known Quotes from Famous PoemsQuotes About PoetryEverybody has at least one favourite quote.Whether it’s inspirational, motivational or simply interesting, the quotations we collect and live our lives by say a lot about our attitude.Many of the world’s best-known quotes come from the works of well-known writers from various eras, and due to its nature, poetry has become a treasure trove for poetry book readers looking for a guiding lyric to carry with them.Poets seek to observe and explain the human experience and the world around us in great detail and with utmost precision. The poignancy of the words in the carefully-crafted stanzas which make up poems is what makes them striking and memorable to poets and non-poets alike.In addition to the many popular quotations which are produced by poets in their poetic works, there are also many insightful quotes about the art of poetry itself which have come from various notable figures.So, if you’re a self-confessed poetry addict looking to get others interested in poetry, or you’re simply looking for a poetical quote to describe your current situation, we’ve rounded up several of the best quotations from poetry, as well as quotes about poetry to inspire your poetry reading and writing.Ironically, this is one of Coleridge’s best-known quotes, however, it is not something he wrote; it’s something he said, which was jotted down by his nephew. It’s not difficult to decipher the meaning: while writing in full sentences which follow grammatical rules suits the way a language explains concepts, sticking to a specific structure or rhyme scheme and carefully choosing the words to fit is what makes poetry different from prose.“Poetry is the spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings: it takes its origin from emotion recollected in tranquillity.” â€" William WordsworthThis famous definition comes from the preface to Wordsworth’s collection of lyrical ballads and expresses his opinion on how poet ry should be inspired. Wordsworth’s belief that poetry is borne of the experiencing and acknowledging of emotion is typical of poets writing in the romantic era that he helped begin.“Writing free verse is like playing tennis with the net down.” â€" Robert FrostFrost’s controversial opinion of free verse is that it is easier to write than other poetic structures as it is less restrictive. He shared this opinion in the early 20th century, at a time when the use of free verse in contemporary poetry had steadily been rising.Frost's comparison of poetry writing to a game of tennis has been hotly debated ¦ source: Pixabay - nike159Free verse poetry is characterised by its lack of a specific metre, and free verse poems are usually organised instead by ideas or imagery. Some poets whose work has been categorised as ‘free verse’ include Walt Whitman, T.S. Eliot and William Carlos Williams.“Poetry is the journal of a sea animal living on land, wanting to fly in the air.” â€" Carl SandburgCarl Sandburg’s view of poetry as the thoughts and feelings of creative minds who feel out-of-place in the world in which they live. In addition, this quotation also draws attention to the ability of poetry to offer a means of making something of the impossible and turning dreams into something creative.“Poetry is what in a poem makes you laugh, cry, prickle, be silent, makes your toe nails twinkle, makes you want to do this or that or nothing, makes you know that you are alone in the unknown world, that your bliss and suffering is forever shared and forever all your own.” â€" Dylan ThomasDylan Thomas’ detailed explanation of what aspects of a poem define poetry outlines the large variety of effects poems can have on readers as well as explaining the value that reading and writing poetry can add to the human experience. This quote tells of how poetry goes beyond words to make people feel something, whether it be strength, unity or another, indescribable feeling. If you feel your work is good enough why not enter a poetry competition or publish your poem into a book for people to read.

How To Find An English Pen Pal

How To Find An English Pen Pal Tips For Writing To An English Pen Pal ChaptersThe Difference Between Formal And Informal Letters: How To Write A LetterThe Benefit Of Making English FriendsMake Your Goal To Learn The LanguageLearn The Language As It's SpokenWhere To Find A Native English Speaking Pen Pal?Skype And Other Similar Messenger Or VOIP AppsHow To Progress With A Native English FriendshipMaking friends with native speakers of the English language will give you the opportunity to practice your English no matter what level you are. Practice as the saying goes, makes perfect and this is very right when it comes to ESOL speakers of different native languages. There are lots of ways to communicate you can write a letter in English, message people online, go to meet up groups.The best way to learn a language is to practice it! How do I know this? Well, let's think about how you acquired your mother tongue. By the age of 3 or 4 years old, you could communicate in your native language. Did you have language lessons to be able to do that? No! You learnt to speak the language organically. Granted it did take years of intense immersion in hearing your native language all around you. For you to pull that off but using a similar practice you could receive very similar results. JulianESOL (English) Teacher 4.00 (1) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EugeneESOL (English) Teacher 4.90 (58) £22/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HelenESOL (English) Teacher 5.00 (20) £32/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SuzanneESOL (English) Teacher 5.00 (2) £45/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NatashaESOL (English) Teacher 5.00 (8) £55/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SamuelESOL (English) Teacher 4.83 (41) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JoanneESOL (English) Teacher 5.00 (43) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkESOL (English) Teacher 4.76 (17) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsThe Difference Between Formal And Informal Letters: How To Write A LetterAll letters in E nglish should be polite, clear and concise. Formal letters or professional letters often come in the form of writing a business letter, cover letter, thank you letters, resignation letter, complaint letter and even business email. They all come under business communication and have a set formatted style which includes using set greetings such as sir or madam, dear sir or madam, and to whom it may concern.With set closing remarks such as sincerely, faithfully, yours sincerely and yours faithfully. All professional letters in business letter format should show your full name, your return address and have great grammar, punctuation and spelling. If the letter is for your professional development, for example, a cover letter or resume, you should make such that you are proofreading each part carefully.Time to communicate with native English speakers. Photo Source: UnsplashInformal letters or personal letters, however, are very different and have much fewer rules and structure compared t o formal letters. While you will still add your name and address. You have much more creative control with informal letters. You can start your letter with dear, hi, hello or anything thing else. If you are sending an email you can write in the subject line a clue about the contents of the letter.While having great grammar and spelling is important even in casual letters when you write a letter to a friend it is up to you how you write. The most important thing is that you are understood.It is suggested that while ESL students are working to improve their writing skills that they try to write in a semi-formal and structured way. Whichever kind of letter you want to write you should always write by addressing the subject, always sign off at the end of the letter, sign your name and include proofreading.The Benefit Of Making English FriendsKnowing how to speak the English language is an indispensable skill these days. It helps you to communicate while travelling, to get access to grea t jobs, progress at work, and to make new friends. English is the universal language which is essential to have some knowledge of especially if you won't have access to a global world.Communicating means that you can be understood. Photo Source: UnsplashChoosing to speak with a native English speaker to correct and improve your English is an excellent way to become more fluent and concrete the language in your mind.Make Your Goal To Learn The LanguageA good reason to choose to have correspondence with a native English person for your language learning. Is to realise that speaking English often with this person will help you to become more confident when speaking the language. Sometimes when you are studying, it can be tedious but having active conversations with friendly people. Makes the process of learning much more interesting.You can discuss anything, in fact, the more fun you have, the easier it will be for you to learn. Do you want to talk about movies, your favourite foods, t v shows or your favourite music? Bringing hobbies into your conversation definitely makes them more memorable.Find tutors for English courses in London. JulianESOL (English) Teacher 4.00 (1) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EugeneESOL (English) Teacher 4.90 (58) £22/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HelenESOL (English) Teacher 5.00 (20) £32/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SuzanneESOL (English) Teacher 5.00 (2) £45/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NatashaESOL (English) Teacher 5.00 (8) £55/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SamuelESOL (English) Teacher 4.83 (41) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JoanneESOL (English) Teacher 5.00 (43) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkESOL (English) Teacher 4.76 (17) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsLearn The Language As It's SpokenLearning English with a native English speaking friend is an opportunity to learn how English people speak. Do be careful howeve r of picking up slang and location dependant English which may not be understood universally. If you write letters often you can use a letter template which will speed up the process.Although English is just one language, it is spoken in many different ways with many accents all around the world. For example in the united states of America They call ‘pants' what in the United Kingdom is called ‘Trousers', the word ‘pants' in the UK is actually underwear.So try to be sure that you use awareness when making friends with native English speakers in other countries and that you understand that if you are not understood that it may not be because you are an ESOL speaker or because of your English level but because of your wording.When you plan to use your English skills in the place that you learn it, then learning English as it is spoken is very powerful.Discover A CultureEnglish is spoken as a first language natively in many countries such as the UK, Canada, United States, New Zea land, Australia, Ireland. Also as a second language in many other countries too. No matter where your language exchange comes from in the world, you will have the ability to discover their tastes but also their way of life.Gastronomy, music, history, you will become an expert on the country of your new friend. Perhaps you can go to their country to visit them and take the opportunity to discover more about their culture country on the spot. An excellent opportunity to enjoy a cultural holiday!Where To Find A Native English Speaking Pen Pal?If you hope to start communicating with a native English speaker, you must first focus on finding the ideal person, someone who suits your personality that is serious about working with you to help you in the development of your English language skills. When you are learning English as an ESOL person, you need to make sure that you are clear about what it is that you need help with so that you can select the right English speaker to support your l earning.There are lots of places that you can meet people who would be happy to speak with you in English virtually or in person. There are are also organised groups which can make it easy for you to meet native English teachers or people willing to support your English language learning.On Social NetworksAll social networks like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, are perfect ways to find a person on the other side of the world who will be willing to speak with you in their English mother tongue. Facebook groups are also sometimes formed to help ESOL students or support those learning English. You can also find a pen pal in a hobby group, this is a great way as you will have something in common with your them.At SchoolThe school is also a perfect opportunity to find an English friend. Some teachers organise school trips to English-speaking countries.   Native English speakers are then assigned to each of you so that you get to live a week at home with an English family. This is a sort of life exchange, and this can be very powerful to surround yourself with people who are speaking the target language that you hope to learn.Online Language AppsOnline language apps are very popular, and most of them are free to download and use. Not all language apps but many of them have a social part of the app where native speakers can help to correct your work on the app. There are also groups that you can join, and you can also socialise around this topic.In this case, native English speakers may be interested in learning a language and offer to support people in their language in exchange for help for themselves. This kind of online language exchange is very popular, and it can also make it very easy to meet people who have the same kind of mindset.Skype And Other Similar Messenger Or VOIP AppsIn the time of being genuinely technological, you have access to everything and can communicate in almost any way that you can imagine. VOIP (Voice over Internet Protocol ) apps which all ows you to make phone calls through the internet are great for making a connection you with native English speakers. You can organise appointments on Skype to work on your oral expression and your comprehension. This is a compelling way to use communication etiquette help you to express yourself in English more easily.Snail Mail: Writing Physical LettersThe more letters or mail you write, the more you will learn to make complex sentences. This is a great way to build up your writing skills and enable you to write more complex texts in English in the future such as essays, dissertations or even a book. This skill will also be helpful to help you gain confidence in making a written application for jobs or opportunities in English.Be aware however that informal writing is very different to formal writing in English. So you should bear that in mind when writing more formal English text.How To Progress With A Native English FriendshipHaving fun with your English-speaking pen pal is good, but is it really effective? There is no easy answer to that as what works for you as you learn languages really just depends on you and how you personally like to learn and what you find a more natural method to absorb the maximum language information.How To Get Started?Everything will depend on you and your motivation for leaning. Of course, the responsiveness of your English friend also weighs in the balance of how you organise your time and learning.To be effective, you should review your English meetings and ensure that you both set goals and expectations for what will come from the meetings. Each meeting you could agree to learn one new verb tense or learn a new notion. For example, you could choose to focus on adjectives, pronouns and pluperfect for the first month or until you feel confident with it.How To Structure The Meetings?It is generally advised, that although the classes are a casual friend like meetings, that you should take it seriously and make extensive notes whi ch you can review at a later time. When you try to reread the notes from a meeting, you will be reminded you of the basic rules.You can also ask your Native English speaking friend to teach you one or two English expressions each time. They will then follow this plan and will explain it in English which will be very advantageous.  If you prefer to have less structure, you can just meet your friend to have a chat and have them correct your verbal (voice chat) and written (text chat) mistakes.Remember that some expressions from your native language cannot be translated into English but it is delicious to try to be creative and try new ways of saying things so that you can find your authentic expression. Learning a   language does not mean that you get everything right straight away, but it also means discovering a new way of thinking and communicating.How Often Should You Correspond In English?There is not necessarily a rule for how often you will communicate with your English friend.  Everyone goes at their own pace, and there is no point in putting pressure on yourself or on your friendship. The goal is above all to have fun talking with a friend.Impromptu English lessons are a great opportunity to advance your English. Photo Source: UnsplashBut in saying that, it is evident that a letter or two to the year will not help you to make much progress. It is necessary to have meetings regularly, but it is up to you to discuss it with your Native English speaking friend and make a plan so that you are on the same wavelength.Today with social networks you do not have to have big long conversations if you don't want to and you don't have to wait for the letter to arrive in the mailbox. Your correspondence can turn into real friendship giving you the chance to have a more extended meeting or maybe you will correspond a little each day.Remember that communicating means that you can be understood, don't get caught in the trap of wasting time trying to be perfect because within a short time frame perfection is not attainable for the vast majority of people. If you can make your overall goal to be able to communicate with native English speakers, you will reach your goal much faster and have much more fun on the journey. These impromptu English lessons are a great opportunity to advance your English.

High-Poverty Charlotte Schools Gets Boost From Duke Energy

High-Poverty Charlotte Schools Gets Boost From Duke Energy Math Tutoring At High-Poverty Charlotte Schools Gets Boost From Duke Energy Math Tutoring At High-Poverty Charlotte Schools Gets Boost From Duke Energy June 3, 2015 Heart is thrilled to share that we are expanding our programs in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, thanks to a $8,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation. “Math skills that students learn at a young age serve as a foundation block for their entire education career,” said Stick Williams, Duke Energy Foundation president. “Those skills advance other academic pursuits and help our young people meet and overcome new challenges as they prepare for the future.” “Lack of math proficiency can become a barrier to a student’s academic confidence,” said Emily Elliott, executive director of Heart Math Tutoring. “Math deficiencies also affect high school graduation rates and future job opportunities.” The Duke Energy Foundation grant will support program expenses at one of our  school sites, where 50 students, in grades 1-5, receive one-on-one instruction from a volunteer. “We’re very excited that Duke Energy Foundation has chosen to support Heart, and we’re encouraged by the shared focus on K-12 education for underrepresented groups, particularly in the areas of math and science,” Elliott said. “Financial contributions like Duke Energy’s make it possible for us to do this important work.” Read the full press release here.

Picking a Summer Camp for Kids with ADHD

Picking a Summer Camp for Kids with ADHD Summer is a great time for kids with ADHD to explore creative, athletic, and academic interests and make friends outside of school. Kids with ADHD struggle socially and academically throughout the school year. So, even more than most kids, they need access to summer programs that allow them to test out new skills social, athletic, artistic, and academic skills in a warm, safe environment. Your childs summer plan should be two-fold. First, it should include camp experiences that allow them to do the things they already enjoy and develop new skills by trying out sports and arts that theyve never done before. Second, it should include an educational plan that will keep them from backsliding over the summer. Kids with ADHD need academic support year round to maintain their skills and be prepared for school in the fall. This week well talk about strategies for finding the right summer camps and social programs for your kids. Next week, well talk about how to avoid academic backsliding over the summer. As all parents of kids with ADHD know, finding the right summer camp is challenge! Here are some things to look for in a camp thats a good fit for your child: Does the camp have activities that my child is excited about? Kids with ADHD are most focused and often at their best when they are engaged in activities that they find interesting. So, have your child come up with a list of fun things theyd like to do at camp this summer, and search for programs that have at least some of these activities. Look for camps that have a small staff to student ratio. Kids with ADHD typically need a bit more supervision than kids without ADHD. If your child tends to struggle socially in new settings, having more counselors around will help them catch problems early, before they escalate into crises. Look for camps that have a high level of structure. Kids with ADHD tend to struggle most during unstructured time, so in most cases, the more structure the better. As a parent, you know your child better than anyone. Think about your childs strengths and weakness. How would you like to see them grow this summer? For example, would you like to see them become less shy and more comfortable around kids their own age? Would you like to see them improve their good sportsmanship skills? Or would you like them to be in a setting where the adults are more positive than their teacher may have been last year? Choose a camp that gives your child a chance to explore and work on these areas. Once youve narrowed down your selections and have made your list of growth goals for your child, contact the camps. Talk to them about the strategies they use to manage behavior, how they facilitate friendships or handle social conflicts, how they structure their days, and the camper to counselor ratio. When it comes to managing behavior, make sure the camp is using praise, positivity and earning privileges, as opposed to things like time-outs and removal of privileges as punishments for kids. Look for camps that have games and activities that help kids get to know each other. Also look for camps that pay attention to the differences in individual children and pair them up with teammates, bunkmates and partners that are well suited for each other. Most importantly, the camp should be someplace that both you and your child are excited about! ABOUT DR. MARY ROONEY Mary Rooney, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California San Francisco. Dr Rooney is a researcher and clinician specializing in the evaluation and treatment of ADHD and co-occurring behavioral, anxiety, and mood disorders. A strong advocate for those with attention and behavior problems, Dr. Rooney is committed to developing and providing comprehensive, cutting edge treatments tailored to meet the unique needs of each child and adolescent. Dr. Rooney's clinical interventions and research avenues emphasize working closely with parents and teachers to create supportive, structured home and school environments that enable children and adolescents to reach their full potential. In addition, Dr. Rooney serves as a consultant and ADHD expert to Huntington Learning Centers. ABOUT HUNTINGTON Huntington Learning Center is the tutoring and test prep leader. Its certified tutors provide individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students of all levels succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Founded in 1977, Huntington's mission is to give every student the best education possible. Call us today at 1.800.CAN LEARN to discuss how Huntington can help your child. For franchise opportunities please visit www.huntingtonfranchise.com. This website does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The material on this site is provided for educational purposes only.

Eton School (Colegio Eton)

Eton School (Colegio Eton) Eton School (Colegio Eton) Eton School in Mexico City offers grade levels for Early Childhood, Elementary, and Middle and High School. It is an inclusive co-educational learning community that celebrates diversity and welcomes families from different cultures, nationalities, religions, and ideologies. Our school fosters universal ethical and moral values embracing fundamental human rights, which constitute the basis of its pluralistic and multicultural spirit. Eton School offers a strong comprehensive bilingual (English/Spanish) academic program that promotes meaningful learning experiences that help students develop their unique potential in a caring and nurturing environment. Mexico City, orCDMXas locals now call it, is a vibrant and exciting megalopolis,rich in history and culture offering something for everyone. It is one of the largest cities in the world. The country is diverse offering a wide range of travel opportunities such as beautiful beaches, quaint colonial towns, and lush tropical jungles and, of course, a multitude of archaeological sites.

The 7 vital traits of a successful tutor

The 7 vital traits of a successful tutor Tutoring is a fast growing and often much needed addition to a child's education and comes with great responsibility. A private tutor is hired to provide a student with any extra support that they may need and to: Build a student's confidence Help improve study skills Provide relevant and necessary information Work closely with the student and build a strong, personal relationship Encourage progress Communicate with parents and students Provide students with the opportunity to ask questions Provide exam tips where necessary A successful tutor is someone that not only knows a great deal about their given subject but can relate the necessary information in a way that will ensure the student reaches their full potential and individual goals. First Tutors aims to provide parents and students with the best possible tutor match for their child. We have come up with what we believe to be the seven most vital traits of a successful tutor. 1. Builds a strong personal relationship with their student A tutor does not have the same role as a teacher and one of the main differences is that a tutor has the opportunity to build a strong, personal relationship with their child. Most tutors will work on a one-to-one basis (or in a small group) offering a fantastic opportunity for them to get to know the student and understand their strengths and weaknesses. A successful tutor will spend time listening to the student and building a relationship with them that will allow them to genuinely personalise the student's learning. The more comfortable a student feels with his or her tutor the easier it is for a tutor to help the student maximise their potential. 2. Communicates with the parents Tutoring is not simply a matter of attending individual lessons but of communicating their findings along the way. It is imperative that a tutor communicates well with the parents of their student to ensure their expectations are being met. Tutors that take the time to speak to the student's parents are often far more successful than tutors that do not. Parents can offer useful insight into their child's personal characteristics or learning styles that will ensure the tutor can better understand the student's needs. Also, a good tutor will offer feedback after every lesson so that a parent can keep track of their child's progress. This may be a small chat after each lesson or a follow-up email detailing what the student gained from their lesson. This feedback is vital for parents wishing to encourage their child to learn and progress until their next tutoring session. 3. Will have a professional manner It is essential that a tutor acts in a professional manner when working with their student. All information about their student should be treated in the strictest of confidence. Although each tutor-student relationship should be viewed as a partnership the tutor is present to supplement their classroom and individual study and ensure that the student progresses accordingly. A successful tutor will have a confident but friendly manner and act professionally both during the lesson and when communicating with parents. 4. Has an honest relationship with the student One of the most vital components of a successful tutor is the ability to establish trust and rapport with their student. If a student has not done as well with their work as they were hoping, a good tutor will go through it with them and ensure they have a good understanding before embarking on a new chapter. A student should feel at ease with their tutor and be able to confidently ask any questions they may have without feeling embarrassed or uneasy. 5. Is flexible and patient Two very important traits of a successful tutor are flexibility and patience. Being flexible means having the willingness to adjust certain techniques or teaching approaches to meet the requirements of each individual student. Patience is also a very important part of being a successful tutor. Understanding that certain subjects may be more difficult for a student to grasp and taking things slower for them is essential. A good tutor will not show annoyance but be willing to explain in further detail until they are sure that the student is ready to move on. 6. Meets the students needs All good tutors set goals but setting the bar too high can often backfire and leave the student feeling incapable and unhappy. Each lesson should be tailored to meet the student's needs, building up from easier exercises to more challenging ones. A successful tutor will aim to make sure they cover topics that are not too difficult at first and give the child praise and encouragement before moving on to more challenging topics. Keeping manageable goals is imperative to the success of a student's progress. 7. Makes the lesson real and relevant A good tutor will be an expert in their academic subject and therefore be able to custom each lesson to the student's needs using real-life examples and relevant content. It has been proven that student's engage far better with real-life scenarios and topics that they can relate to their own experiences. Relevant and real content will also increase a student's interest and allow them to express their own personal opinions about certain topics. To Conclude A great tutor is often the best way to ensure that your child progresses well ensuring a brighter academic future for them. When hiring a tutor always look for signs that the tutor is maximising your child's potential and encouraging them as much as possible. First Tutors is the best place to find a tutor that matches yours and your child's needs. We offer all the information necessary to make the best possible choice when seeking the help of a private tutor, from their teaching experience and qualifications to how much they charge and the distance from your home.