Organic Chemistry Tutors - Using Titrations and Buffers

Organic Chemistry Tutors - Using Titrations and BuffersThere are several problems that teachers face when looking for an organic chemistry tutor, but the best idea is to look at the problem from a different angle. Many students are not aware of their limitations, and this can lead to a serious lack of confidence. In order to help this student, they need to be taught what they are capable of.One reason for this can be that the chemistry used in class can have more difficulty than one may think. A natural problem to look at is the often wide range of organic chemistry resources available. Often, some of these materials are geared towards the novice student, while others are specifically designed for those who have a little more knowledge.Many tutors use various problems and tasks in their class to teach students the difficulty of certain topics. Examples of these include obstacles such as titrations and buffers, the relation between problem solvers and solutions, and also the ability t o adjust vibration levels. When using these areas, it is important to ensure that the chemistry used in class is appropriate for a particular level of study. This is so students can learn more efficiently and be able to achieve desired results.Sometimes, the problems students face in the classroom may be more on the way to a focus on problems pertaining to the environment, climate change, and carbon chemistry. These problems can easily be addressed through one-on-one teaching, but using one teacher with many students is not always the best idea. This is due to the fact that it can be difficult to measure the proper quality of feedback to give to all of the students in a course.To really get the most out of your organic chemistry tutor, you should learn more about them as a person. This can be as simple as a simple inquiry into the topic of teaching, or as much as asking what areas of knowledge the tutor would be interested in. If possible, find out whether they have any specific str engths that can be addressed, such as solving problems and making changes in the syllabus. If they are serious about helping students, they will often demonstrate these qualities in their classes.When looking for an organic chemistry tutor, also be sure to look for someone who has taken extra time to get to know the students in your class. The only people who can best accomplish this are the ones who are truly interested in helping students become better at this. These tutors will be motivated to help students as they are truly interested in teaching, and thus put the students first. If you can locate someone who is truly interested in helping students and also has enough knowledge to make the solution fun for the students, then you have a great candidate for an organic chemistry tutor.The tutor will be working with all of the students in the class, so be sure to ask if there are any special sessions or workshops that the tutor will be attending. Having this information beforehand w ill allow you to schedule any breaks in between and make sure that the tutor will always be around during class times. These will also make sure that you always have someone who can answer any questions that you may have. They will not only provide excellent tutoring for the rest of the students in the class, but also will become an important source of information on what the curriculum should be in your area.

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wave Wave It will be amazing to know that there is not a single moment in our daily life when we do not encounter a wave. Let it be in the form of light waves, sound waves, water waves, radio waves etc, waves are always a part of our life. Considering a slinky as an example after we stretch a slinky from end to end, it naturally comes back to its original equilibrium rest position. So here we can notice that a wave passes through the slinky as a disturbance is generated due to our stretching it. This disturbance passes through the slinky and after some time gets it back to its original state of rest. What is a Wave? A wave is usually described as the disturbance that passes through a medium from one location to another location. A wave medium is a substance or material that transports the wave from one location to another location. Here it is to be noted that the medium simply carries the wave from one point to different locations, but the medium does not play any role in creating or generating a wave. For instance, we can notice the waves in an ocean. The medium through which the water waves travel in an ocean is the ocean water. For a sound wave, the medium through which the sound wave travels is the air present in the room. A single disturbance that passes through a medium from one point to another point is known as the Pulse. However, if the disturbance is continuously repeated causing it to become a periodic disturbance that moves from one location to another location, then that disturbance is described as the Wave. Interaction of Particles in a Wave: Medium is a collection of particles that have the ability to interact with each other. Due to the interactions between a particle and its adjacent particle, the disturbance travels through the medium. The constant push or pull between the neighboring particles allows the disturbance to spread across the medium. However, it is to be noted that the individual particles of the medium are only temporarily displaced from their original rest position. Eventually every particle carrying the wave return to their original position. Therefore, we can say that a wave transports energy from one location to another location but it does not transport matter. Due to this reason we can see that in an ocean waves are seen to move through the water, however the water always returns back to its rest position. Only the energy is being transported through the medium, but the water molecules are not transported. Therefore, a wave can also be described as the disturbance that travels through a medium (with the help of particle interaction) carrying energy from the source to another location, without transporting matter. Types of Waves: Waves can be classified into 2 types based on the ability to transmit their energy even in vacuum or only through a medium. i) Mechanical Waves ii) Electromagnetic Waves 1)Mechanical Waves: The waves that travel through a medium that is a solid or a liquid or a gas (at a speed which depends on the elastic properties of the medium) are known as the Mechanical waves. Based on the direction of the individual particles of the medium to the direction of the travelling wave, these mechanical waves are commonly classified into 2 types. a) Transverse Waves b) Longitudinal Waves a)Transverse Waves: The wave in which the particles of the medium move in a direction that is perpendicular to the direction in which the wave travels, is known as the Transverse wave. For instance, if the energy of the wave is transported from left to right, then the individual particles in the medium are displaced upwards and downwards in a transverse wave. Transverse waves are always characterized by the property that the particle motion is perpendicular to the wave motion. In order for the particles in a transverse wave to move perpendicular to the wave direction, they must be able to strongly exert a pull on its neighboring particle. Due to this reason, transverse waves require a rigid medium to pass through and hence these waves can usually pass through solids only. b)Longitudinal Waves: The wave in which the particles of the medium move in a direction that is parallel to the direction in which the wave moves, is known as the longitudinal wave. For instance, if the energy is transported from left to right, then the individual particles of the medium will be displaced leftwards and rightwards in a longitudinal wave. Longitudinal waves are always characterized by the property that the particle motion is parallel to the wave motion. Unlike transverse waves, longitudinal waves can pass through solids, liquids and gases. A sound wave passing through air from the speakers mouth to the listeners ear is an example of a longitudinal wave. Seismologists have discovered that during an earthquake, the waves produced were both transverse and longitudinal waves as they could pass through the solid structures of the Earth, however only longitudinal waves were able to pass through the core of the Earth. Geologists therefore believe that the core of the Earth contains a liquid (mostly molten iron). Surface Waves: These are another kind of waves that are can be either elastic or seismic waves (seismic waves are the waves generated during an earthquake or an explosion). The motion of these particles decreases as we step away from the surface. In seismology (study of earthquakes), there are different types of surface waves and they are usually either Love waves (they have transverse motion) or Rayleigh waves (they have both transverse and longitudinal motion). The waves on the surface of the oceans and seas are also examples of surface waves. 2) Electromagnetic waves: The waves that are capable of transmitting the energy even through vacuum (or empty space) are known as the Electromagnetic waves. This implies that these waves do not need a medium to transport energy from one location to another location. These waves are produced due to the oscillation of the electric and magnetic fields. It is interesting to note that we use electromagnetic waves everywhere in our daily life. From the point of listening to a radio, watching television, or cooking lunch in a microwave oven, we are using electromagnetic waves every time. The radio waves, microwaves, ultra-violet rays, X-rays etc are all examples of Electromagnetic waves. We need electromagnetic waves for our very existence as the life-giving beautiful light rays emanating from the Sun that travel all through the outer space and reach Earth are also electromagnetic waves. Crests and Troughs of a Transverse Wave: In a transverse wave, since the particle motion is perpendicular to the wave motion, we can observe the maximum displacement reached by the particles from their original position. When a string initially at rest is disturbed, then we can observe that the particles of the string vibrate upwards and downwards, reaching maximum upward/downward displacement. In a medium, the crest of a wave is the point that exhibits maximum amount of upward or positive displacement from the original rest or equilibrium position. In a medium, the trough of a wave is the point that exhibits maximum amount of downward or negative displacement from the original rest or equilibrium position. Compressions and Rarefaction of a Longitudinal Wave: In a longitudinal wave, since the particle motion is parallel to the wave motion, we can observe that there are certain regions where the particles are pressed together and other regions where the particles are spread apart. The region where the particles are pressed together in a small amount of space during the longitudinal wave motion is known as the Compression. This region is also said to have the maximum density as the particles are pressed tightly when the longitudinal wave passes through it. The region where the particles are spread apart in a small amount of space during the longitudinal wave motion is known as the Rarefaction. This region is said to have the minimum density as the particles are spread apart when the longitudinal wave passes through it. During the longitudinal wave motion, there are alternating compressions and rarefactions generated along the wave, as shown in the figure above. Properties of a Wave: A wave motion has various properties and some of the terms that describe a wave are amplitude, wavelength, frequency, time period, etc. Amplitude: The maximum amount of displacement of a particle from its rest position during a wave motion is known as the amplitude. Amplitude is measured as the distance from the rest position to a crest or the distance from the rest position to the trough. Wavelength: In a transverse wave, the wavelength is the distance between crest to its consecutive crest or from trough to its consecutive trough. In a longitudinal wave, wavelength can be referred to as the distance between consecutive compressions or consecutive rarefactions. Since a wave repeats itself periodically over time and space, hence a wave is known to have a repeating pattern. Therefore, the wavelength can also be simply measured as the distance from a point on a wave to the corresponding point on the waves next cycle. Frequency: It is the measure of the number of waves that pass through a fixed place in a given interval of time. This implies that in a given amount of time, the number of complete cycles of wave that passes through a medium at a certain point is known as the Frequency. Usually the units of frequency are given as cycles/second, vibrations/second, waves/second. However, the standard unit commonly used for frequency is Hertz denoted by the symbol Hz. 1 Hertz is equal to 1 cycle/second. Examples: If a coil of a slinky makes 5 vibrations per second, then its frequency is 5Hz. If a coil makes 12 cycles per 3seconds, then its frequency = 12cycles/3seconds = 4Hz. iv) Time Period: During the wave motion, the time taken by a particle in the medium to make one complete vibrational cycle is known as the period or the time period of a wave. Example: The period of orbit of the Earth around the Sun is approximately 365 days. Period and Frequency are related by the relationship: Frequency = 1/Period This equation can also be written as Period = 1/Frequency Example: A period of 8seconds corresponds to what frequency? Given: Period = 8 seconds Frequency = 1/8 = 0.125Hz Wave Equation: The wave equation is a mathematical equation which describes the relationship between the speed of a wave, the wave frequency and its wavelength. The Wave Equation: Speed = Frequency * Wavelength == v = f * Here, v = speed of the wave f = frequency of the wave = wavelength of the wave Example: If the speed of a wave travelling in a medium is 600m/s, then what is the wavelength of the wave if 1800 waves pass through a certain point in a minute? Given: speed of the wave, v = 600m/s Number of waves passing through a point in a minute = 2000 This implies, that the frequency of the wave = 2000 waves/minute Hence, waves per second = 1800 waves/minute * 1minute/60seconds = 30 waves/second = 30Hz Speed = Frequency * Wavelength == wavelength, = speed/frequency Hence wavelength, = 600/30 = 20m Therefore the wavelength of the given wave is 20m. Example: What is the frequency of the light whose wavelength is 600m? Given: wavelength, = 600m Speed of light, v = 3.0 * 108m/s (speed of light is a constant value) Speed = Frequency * Wavelength == frequency, f = speed/wavelength Hence frequency, f = 3.0 * 108/600 = 5.0 * 105 Hz Therefore the frequency here is 5.0 * 105 Hz Electromagnetic spectrum: The distribution of electromagnetic radiation according to the energy, depending on factors such as wavelength and frequency is known as the Electromagnetic spectrum. All the waves including the light rays that our eyes can see, the microwaves, radio waves, X-rays, gamma rays etc. all belong to the electromagnetic spectrum. The visible light of the electromagnetic spectrum consists of the colors that we usually see in the rainbow.

Free Error Correction Card Game

Free Error Correction Card Game By Rebecca Kennison [GFDL (http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/fdl.html), CC-BY-SA-3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/) or CC BY 2.5 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)], from Wikimedia CommonsResearch has revealed that some of the strongest influences on student learning include reciprocal teaching, cooperative learning, and computer-assisted instruction (Hattie, 2009). ESL teachers can make excellent use of all three of these powerful pedagogical levers at once by having students play a simple card game, like this one in Actively Engaged Online  (Walker, 2015) from Bokomaru Publications  with the support of a grammar checker especially designed for English Second Language learners. Error_Correction_card_game_from_Actively_Engaged_Online                ________________ Good Pedagogy Savvy teachers will see a range of pedagogical opportunities open up as students play this error correction card game. This serious game provides useful practice correcting avoidable errors, with a number of additional benefits. (You can skip all the rationale and read the how-to  below if you prefer.) Learning to correct high-frequency errors is only one good reason to have students play this game. Here are four more. Since only the correct answer can win the card, this game provides opportunities for peer-feedback on grammatical form in a safe and structured way. By providing both the prompt and the correct answer, the cards ensure that the feedback is correct and uncontroversial. And since the cards do not provide explanations for the corrections, the question “Why?” will arise naturally from time to time during game-play. Uncertainty about the nature of the error and the reason for the correction will create contexts for students to discuss the corrections and the grammatical rules that motivate them, a form of consciousness-raising. When students disagree with each other about the grammatical rule that motivates a correction, they may find themselves reaching for a reliable reference that they can use to answer their grammar questionsa form of metacognition. If students use their cell phones to visit an online grammar checker in order to answer questions about an error, they will get to use their cell phones in a new way to further their learningan opportunity to develop their digital literacy. Heres where the game gets really interesting.                ________________ Online Grammar Checker Support As mentioned above, one advantage to having students play this game is that it can be used to promote students digital literacy through the judicious use of their cell phones.   Usually, teachers are justifiably cautious about allowing students to access their cell  phones in class, but in this case cell phones can be a big ally.   Heres how. Ask students to take out their cell phones for the duration of the game so that they can access the Virtual Writing Tutor grammar checker  if they need to. Why? When students feel unsure about a particular error or correction, they will be able to type the sentence into the Virtual Writing Tutors sentence corrector  on their mobile device to see the correction, a grammar explanation, and a link to a remedial activity. Since all of the grammar errors  in this card game can be detected and corrected by the VWT  online grammar checker  (Yes, Ive checked them all) teachers will indirectly be able to provide answers to questions about grammar without having to memorize all of the explanations beforehand. This computer-assisted pedagogical support dramatically reduces preparation time. Dont worry. Students will find it easy to visit the simplified mobile version of the website, type in the sentence containing the error into the text area, hit Check grammar, and get the grammar explanation they need. In this way, playing the game will promote digital literacy, autonomy, and lifelong learning skills. Using an online grammar checker to get corrective feedback on grammar errors contained in the Error Correction Card Game will thereby serve as an easy introduction to the usefulness of free online grammar checkers when it comes time to correct their own writing.                ________________ How to Play The Error Correction Card Game is an easy-to-use, mildly  competitive guessing game that is easy to explain. Have students play this card game in groups of  three or four. Shuffle the cards and place the deck in the middle. Player 1 takes a card and reads the sentence containing the error aloud to Player 2 and 3. Players 2 and 3 try to provide the best oral correction of that sentence. Player 1 gives the card to the player whose correction matches the correction on the card. If both players answer correctly at the same time, Player 1 returns the card to the bottom of the deck. If neither player answers correctly, Player 1 reads the answer and returns the card to the bottom of the deck. The player to the left takes the next turn. The player with the most cards at the end is the winner.                ________________ Download the Card Game Download this game and use it with your students by clicking on the image of the Error Correction card below, or use the hyperlink below.   I generated the PDF myself from an InDesign file and is to the best of my knowledge virus-free. Scan it yourself to be doubly sure. Download the PDF                ________________ Printing Instructions The first page in the PDF explains how to play. You dont need to print it. Instead, print pages 2-11 as two-sided copies. Use heavy paper if you have it.   Do not scale the copies to Fit to page or you will have to cut around the edges of each page. Here is a screen-shot of the print dialogue generated by Chrome.                ________________ References Hattie, J. A. C. (2009). Visible learning: A synthesis of over  800 meta-analyses relating to achievement. London, UK: Routledge. Walker, N. R. (2015). Actively Engaged Online. Montreal, Canada: Bokomaru Publications. (Jump to the how-to,    download link, or printing instructions.) Please follow and like us:

Listening Exercise Do You Really Know How to Tie Your Shoe

Listening Exercise Do You Really Know How to Tie Your Shoe This TED talk caught me by surprise. It is a about a simple thing we learn to do when we are children that perhaps we have been doing it incorrectly all our lives.Interestingly I struggled to learn how to tie my shoes.   Partly because my mother is left-handed and she ties them backwards, which is a bit tricky to learn. Now I learn she was actually teaching me how to tie the strong knot rather than the weak knot. Have a listen and see if you have been tying your shoes wrong your entire life. Also check out the listening and writing exercise and remember we learn from our mistakes, even if it takes us 30   years!1. How does he describe the TED audience?2. I also have reason   to believe that many, __ ___ most of you are tying your shoes incorrectly.3. What was different about his new shoes?4. One of the life skills I had really _______was tying my shoes.5. How do you tie the strong form of the knot?6. It will let you _______less.7. Live ______ and prosper.Writing Exercise:Is there som ething that you have learned youve been doing incorrectly? How do you feel about learning something new or about learning you were wrong about something? Can you admit when you are wrong? Why or why not?

How to Take Care of YOURSELF This Holiday Season

How to Take Care of YOURSELF This Holiday Season Image via Pixabay.com Many people have yet to head to the stores to start tackling their holiday shopping list, maybe because of the dread of facing down the throngs of other shoppers hustling about the mall. There are office parties to attend, cards to send, relatives to call… It can all be a bit overwhelming. Amid all of the rushing, it’s important to still make time for yourself. Even if it’s the season of giving, you won’t feel in a very “giving mood” if you’re not happy and taking care of yourself. In order for you to get the most of your holiday experience, I’ve come up with 5 ideas on how to take care of yourself during the holidays that will make sure that you and everyone around you are in for a good time. 1.  Give what you can. It’s super easy to get carried away when you’re out shopping for the perfect presents for your loved ones. Spend what you can but don’t go overboard when you’re shopping. Create a budget that will allow you to buy those closest to you the perfect present and still have money to pay bills, afford rent, and any other fixed expenses you may have in the future. Also, don’t feel the need to buy presents for every single person you know. This will drain your bank account quicker than anything else this holiday season. I don’t mean to sound harsh, but give presents to those who you truly love and wish to give presents to. For distant friends and acquaintances, consider getting a card or a small stocking-stuffer. You can’t buy gifts for everyone, so don’t feel guilty for not doing so. 2.  Don’t overdo the partying. As much as you may want to go to every party you’re invited to, partying too much can be draining. Music, dancing, good food, and drinks are all a lot of fun every so often but waking up with a hangover at 2 p.m. every day can sap away your energy. Instead of going to a party every night, give yourself time to recharge for a day or two or you’ll wind up feeling exhausted instead of cheery this holiday season. Image via Pixabay.com 3.  Eat and drink wisely. Now, I’m not telling you to not enjoy food this holiday season. That’s crazy. I fully support stuffing your face for every holiday and not feeling an ounce of guilt while doing so. Enjoying good food with family and friends is a big part of celebrating during the holiday season. But … I don’t think it’s wise to go back for thirds, fourths, or fifths in one sitting. Just because it’s a holiday, doesn’t mean that grease, fat, alcohol and other unhealthy components of holiday dining are going to take a vacation and not affect your health. Enjoy the food but don’t overdo it, especially if you have high cholesterol or other health problems that could be affected by food and drinks. 4.  Don’t be a people-pleaser. Do what you want! Sometimes, people are going to try and force you to believe that they know what’s best for you. Those same people are going to suggest you do such-and-such or go to a place of their suggestion or buy this person a certain gift or bring a certain dish to the office holiday party. It may even be groups of people suggesting/telling you that you should do these things. Tune those people out! This is your life and your holiday to celebrate however you please! Don’t do anything just to appease another person in your life. Make decisions for yourself and stick to them. If you don’t want to go to a party, you don’t have to go. The people who love you will respect you decisions and not try to make you feel guilty about them. 5.  Be grateful. You’re here, you’re alive, and you’re able to celebrate the holidays! Just taking a second to be grateful for the things we sometimes take for granted will lower your stress levels and really put the reason for the season into perspective. I hope that all of you will remember to take care of yourself this holiday season! Happy holidays, everyone!

No Teacher No Problem! 6 Language Immersion Software Programs that Give a Classroom Experience

No Teacher No Problem! 6 Language Immersion Software Programs that Give a Classroom Experience No Teacher? No Problem! 6  Language Immersion Software Programs That Give a Classroom Experience There’s no substitute for a good language teacher.…Or is there?Getting your hands on the right software might just set you free.Classroom time for learning and practice is hard to beat when you’re trying to master a language.  Yet classes can be time-consuming and expensive, so they’re not the best option for everyone.Language immersion software programs fill the void when you’re learning without a teacher. Like the CEO of the classroom, language immersion software gives guided instruction and practice sessions  that are relevant and fun.You get the structure, order and traditional framework that self-educators  often find themselves craving.Plus, you get to choose the software that targets your specific needs and interests! Advantages of Language Immersion SoftwareLanguage learning software programs take many different approaches to mastering a language. Some focus mainly on speaking and listening, while others incorporate reading and writing as well.Are you a visual lea rner? Immersion software could be the best thing for you, as it includes images and videos to match the audio components.Unlike in the classroom, where the pace is determined by the teacher, immersion software lets you go at your own pace and return to lessons you need to review. The best part is, you can do it from the comfort of your own home.Every language software program is structured differently. When choosing one, consider how you learn best, your goals and the your current proficiency with the language. This list of the best language-learning software programs will help you decide!How to Succeed with Language Immersion SoftwareReady to start with a computer-based language immersion program? There are a few things you should know before diving in. Consider this section your life jacket.Language immersion software does give a classroom-like experience, but it’s not the same as a classroom. There’s no teacher telling you what to do and when to do it. These programs require quite a bit of self-determination, so prepare to stay disciplined during the course.It may be tempting to skip around from lesson to lesson, but it’s better to resist and follow the lesson exactly. You might miss important content that’s required for lessons further down the road.In the absence of classmates, seek out an online community of language learners that use the same software to ask questions and get feedback. You’ll be surprised what you can learn from other students!No Teacher? No Problem! 6  Language Immersion Software Programs That Give a Classroom ExperienceRosetta StoneCost:  As low as $229 for five levels or $184 for three, depending on the format (online, CD or download) or length of subscription.The latest version of Rosetta Stone, perhaps the most widely known language learning software, caters to many different learning styles. The program engages students in listening, reading and speaking activities that exercise the brain and improve fluency. Beginners t o advanced learners will find a Rosetta Stone program that suits their needs.The Rosetta Stone canon offers a very broad selection of languages for any level:SpanishGermanItalianFrenchArabicChineseJapaneseKoreanPortugueseThe user experience design simply can’t be beat. Optional web tutorials give supplemental lessons with a live language teacher.FluentUCost: $20/month to $30/month.  Discounts available for year-long subscriptions.One of the best ways to become immersed in a language is to interact with content that comes from the countries where the language is spoken.  Video content is especially effective because it combines visual and audio learning with culture.FluentU gives you the opportunity to listen to a wide array of native speakers.  FluentU takes real-world videosâ€"like music videos, movie trailers, news and inspiring talksâ€"and turns them into personalized language learning lessons.With FluentU, you learn real languagesâ€"the same way that natives  speak them. Fluen tU has a wide variety of videos, like movie trailers, funny commercials and web series, as you can see here:FluentU App Browse ScreenFluentU has interactive captions that let you tap on any word to see an image, definition, audio and useful examples. Now native language content is within reach with interactive transcripts.Didnt catch something? Go back and listen again. Missed a word? Hover your mouse over the subtitles to instantly view definitions.FluentU Videos with Interactive CaptionsUnder the Vocab and Dialogue tabs, youll find words and phrases from the video and a complete interactive transcript.Interactive Transcripts on FluentUYou can learn all the vocabulary in any video with FluentUs Quiz Mode. Swipe left or right to see  more examples for the word you’re learning.FluentU Has Quizzes for Every VideoFluentU is also flexible. You choose what you watch, when you watch it and how much you watch. Meanwhile, FluentUs algorithm tracks your learning to present you with questio ns that build on what youve already learned. Because of this flexibility, FluentU is appropriate for any level of language learner.FluentU also ticks off the convenient box. You can use FluentU online, download the the iOS app or try the Android app.FluenzCost: $218 for disc 1; $677 for all 5 discsAppearing in a set of 5 discs, the Fluenz software CDs are geared toward new learners and aim for complete understanding of all course material. Fluenz is famous for its English-speaking Sherpa character who appears in videos throughout the program. The Sherpa guides learners along, introducing and recapping each lesson.Currently offering  six languages, the program is perfect for beginnersâ€"so new learners need not worry about getting lost (the Sherpa will help you find your way). The lessons move along at a natural pace and cover a wide variety of topics. There is more than enough content to build a strong foundation in the basics of grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary.Mango PassportC ost: $79 for Journey 1; $132 for Journeys 1-2; $176 for Journeys 2-3Ideal for travelers, Mango Passport covers what you need to know if you plan to spend time in a foreign country. Cultural information and travel tips are integrated within relevant and comprehensive language content. With rich screen displays and crisp, clear audio, Mango Passport is a pleasure to use.Passport is modestly priced compared to its other software counterparts. The program is offered in 17 languages (including English). It comes with MP3 audio lessons that you can add to a mobile listening device for on-the-go learning.  While Passport contains useful material and is user-friendly, note that there’s no scoring system that tells you how you’re progressing overall.Rocket Languages PremiumCost:  Rocket Languages has different packages that vary in price according to language and content, but their Premium programs start at around a hundred dollars for a one-time payment.Offering a very affordable, web-b ased portal for beginners and travelers, Rocket Languages Premium stands out for both its value and content. Rocket Languages is a go-to option for aspiring polyglots, as it offers a wide selection of languages, including:SpanishRussianKoreanGermanPortugueseJapaneseChineseArabicItalianFrenchThe lessons also come on CD, if web-based learning isn’t your thing (though at a much higher cost).Since Rocket Languages is primarily web-based, students can learn anywhere they have internet access. Additional downloadable content gives learners more content on the go. The website’s dashboard is easy to navigate. The content is well-paced, covering must-know information without being overly ambitious.Tell Me MoreCost: $199 for 3 months of web  access; DVD-ROM bundles from $299-$529Many immersion programs are designed for beginners and travelers to get their footing on the path to fluency. If youre an intermediate or advanced student in a language, Tell Me More  may be more your style. With many activities and scenarios to choose from at different proficiency levels, Tell Me More provides a customized learning experience tailored to  specific skill sets.Like a  Choose Your Own Adventure game, Tell Me More lets users select specific lessons and topics (like business and politics). This setup personalizes  the learning process. The program is rich in content and offers assessments and games that challenger learners.Now that youve got these software recommendations, youre all set to start studying. But dont leave it all up to the program to teach youâ€"theres still a few things you need to do for yourself!Do a little bit every day to stay consistent, so you don’t forget what you’ve learned.Set goals for yourself and reward yourself when you meet them.With the right motivation and persistence, language immersion software can turn you into an A+ student!

4 Tips to Survive Working With an Ex

4 Tips to Survive Working With an Ex Image via Pexels Oh, romance, a phenomenon that we are all blessed to experience at one point or another in our lives. Romantic relationships, just like platonic and familial relationships, have the capability to turn sour for many reasons. Typically, in romantic relationships, this results eventually in a breakup, which is hard enough to deal with not only emotionally and financially (if you have joint bank accounts, shared assets, etc.), but also if you happen to work in the same place. The atmosphere and tone of any job may be hard enough to cope with so the added stress of running into your ex-boyfriend or girlfriend can make matters even worse. It’s hard enough to gauge the right words to say or gestures to use with an ex in the outside world but factor in a professional work setting and dynamics can get even weirder and more difficult. Have you recently broken up with an ex and find yourself in the same spot where he/she works? Are you not sure how to deal with this while taking your job seriously? Check out my few tips below for how to be more confident and become more comfortable around your ex  at work! Image via Pexels 1. Evaluate your priorities Before I delve into how to deal with your ex at work, I want to preface with this very important tip, which is to evaluate your priorities. Working with your ex can be a completely harmless thing or it can turn out to be more harmful than helpful to your well-being. If you feel that being close with your ex at your job is unhealthy or toxic for you, then you may have to evaluate the importance of your job. If your job is something temporary and replaceable? If so, you should consider seeking a job elsewhere if your present circumstances prove to have a negative influence on you. 2. Remember your purpose at your job Now that you’ve evaluated your comfort ability and safety at work with your ex, the first step to working efficiently with an ex at your job is to remember your purpose at your job. Upon seeing that your ex is in the same building as you, working with the same company, and being just a few feet away from you, you may lose a sense of why you’re there in the first place. Don’t lose that sense! Instead, remind yourself that your ex has nothing to do with your characteristics and skill set which assisted you in getting your current position. You are at your job for a reason and never forget the fact that you were hired based on what you possess, not what your parents or professor or even your ex have. 3. Keep focused and remain busy Even if you constantly remind yourself of your purpose, the mind can play some tough games and distract you from the important issues at hand. Upon seeing your ex for the first time, you may be flooded and overwhelmed with memories you had together, songs, pictures, etc. which can throw off your whole day of productivity. Regardless of how good or bad they look, keep yourself focused on the goals and objectives you have for that day/week/month and be sure to make time for yourself to work on your tasks. If you reach a point where you feel you are not busy enough, go to your boss and ask them if you can assist in any way with further tasks, as this can keep your mind more occupied while making you feel productive. 4. Engage civilly with your ex Now that you know how to deal with yourself in this situation, it’s time to consider how to interact with your ex. First, establish boundaries with them; boundaries can mean which hours to talk, places to talk, people to talk around, etc. Setting boundaries can make you feel more comfortable and leaves little room for any misunderstanding or misinterpretation of behavior to occur. Next, reiterate your position at the job and enforce the notion that you and he/she will have a strictly civil, work-oriented relationship. Leaving less room for a romantic progression in your relationship will help mitigate any chance of drama on the job. Image via Pexels While some of these tips may seem simple, it’s important to remember, especially after a breakup, your own worth and purpose in not only your job but also the world. Your worth is not dictated by someone else’s validation or affirmation, so once you come to terms with your own potential and respect yourself enough, dealing with an ex at work will be a breeze. If they see you respecting yourself, then they damn sure will want to respect you in return. As always, good luck!

5 Volunteer Opportunities That Will Lead to a Paying Summer Job

5 Volunteer Opportunities That Will Lead to a Paying Summer Job If you identity a little too much with Charlie Kellys resume, maybe its time to add some volunteer experience to your own.Photo Via Pinterest 1. The SPCA or your local animal shelter: The Society    for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, or the SPCA, aims to help dogs and cats find homes while recruiting volunteers to help with cleaning up their cages, helping with washing food dishes/toys, folding laundry, interacting with customers, and participating in off-site adoption events at the local PetSmart. Volunteering at your local SPCA or animal shelter is great experience if you want to work with animals as a career objective or just as proof that you can effectively take care of animals, talk to potential owners, and clean efficiently. 2. The Library: Air conditioning and pounds of Stephen King literature? Sounds good to me. Chances are, your local library is hiring volunteers year around and are always in need of college students to aid in stocking book shelves and helping lost 9-year olds find where all the Captain Underpants books are. If youre an English major or just love the smell of books, this is great experience to add onto your resume as youll be in contact with thousands of novels, hundreds of pre-teens asking for the John Green section, and several book sales urging library-goers that The Grapes of Wrath wasnt excruciating to read at all. 3. Grassroots  Campaigns: Interested in political activism and human rights? Then volunteering for Grassroots Campaigns will offer you experience in interacting personally with advocacy groups, political parties, and candidates in order to enact political policy and reform. As a side note, this organization also hires, so you may be able to fight for your chosen cause while being paid to do it. Past and present clients of the Grassroots Campaign include  The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU),  Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee,  Freedom to Marry,  Planned Parenthood Federation of America, and  The Nature Conservancy. 4. The American Red Cross: Prepping for a career in medicine? The experience youll receive volunteering for The Red Cross will definitely aid you in your future medical career and will also teach you subjects in psychology, biology, and education. Being a volunteer for this organization will show your future employers that you are hard-working, reliable, and nurturing, which are all great qualities to have as both a doctor and potential Burger King employee (for now, at least). 5. Soup Kitchens: Working in a soup kitchen offers great experience if you cant seem to get a call back from Applebees or Taco Bell. Not only will you be serving others in need, but youll be gaining experience working with food, its preparation, and basic cleaning routines that will help land you a summer job at virtually any fast food chain. Finding a job is tough, despite what your dad says and how he paid his way through college working as a busboy. Our economy is worse than ever, and thats why adding volunteer experiences on your resume will give you a leg up in terms of competition and experience when it comes to finding a job for the summer or one that will eventually help you earn your college degree.

Learning About Chemicals - How to Make Your Own Projects

Learning About Chemicals - How to Make Your Own ProjectsHave you always wanted to do chemistry projects and have no idea where to start? The first step to learning more about chemicals is to learn about your personal interests. Then you can decide on a project that interests you the most and do it with friends or in a class setting.Chemistry projects usually involve using different chemicals to help with various tasks. This is good for any age group but especially useful for kids. They get to make their own experiments and take control of their learning experience. These experiments are often a little bit difficult, but the benefits are big when they are completed successfully.One of the most common chemistry topic is chemistry clubs and such. These have grown to be very popular and groups have grown to include adults as well. The programs have many advantages including allowing everyone to participate and to come up with ideas for science projects that meet everyone's needs.You can do some experimentation with different items, objects and materials to see if you can complete a chemistry project with what you have. You can either use your imagination or collect different materials and try to put them together. You might want to choose a project that involves materials you have already. You might even try making a mold by rubbing different materials together.Another popular chemistry topic is chemical toxicity. This is a great project because it involves using things like gases and solvents to test chemicals for potential hazards. In this kind of project, you need to find out what chemicals you can mix and see if they will give different reactions. The materials can come from any type of chemical so make sure that you cover several topics so that you don't get confused.If you don't have time to make a project, you can always try the free ones online. You can also create your own projects that you can work on whenever you have some spare time. There are a lot of free topics that you can look at online. Make sure you are following the guidelines though because if you have difficulty, you will not be able to add any more topics.Chemistry projects are one of the best ways to learn more about chemicals. If you want to add something to your learning experience, you can do a project of your own.