Chemistry Name: Change Your Chemistry Name!

Chemistry Name: Change Your Chemistry Name!Have you ever come across a name that doesn't have a great deal of meaning attached to it, or one that may seem to be nonsense? Has anyone ever told you how you might solve this conundrum, and just for fun you may try thinking about what the person was trying to tell you.There are many people who are actually trying to get their point across, and because of this I will also use their names, as well as those of others. I am going to explain the reason behind the name, as well as making reference to the fact that I personally think the person should not have a chemistry name.For instance, when I was a child's name, I think I was called 'Richie', which is the first name of the person. Now, I am not a boy, so the first name does not represent my gender. So, if your name is richie, which means the same thing as Richie, there is nothing wrong with changing it to 'Robert' to address you as such.You can easily find another name that signifies what y ou are. If you have several relatives who have different names, this is an excellent way to select one that expresses the person's individuality.You could also consult a family member or friend who may have the first name you have in mind. Many people would like to share their names with friends and relatives, and they certainly do not want to be embarrassed. They would appreciate you sharing it, and you can be certain that they will be in a position to assist you in whatever endeavor you are performing.Now you have made up your mind to change your chemistry name, you must always remember that nothing is ever too good to be true. It is up to you to find a solution to the dilemma.In my opinion, you should have a serious case of the jitters if you have to live with the frustration of having to change your name. You must always remember that the right solution may prove to be the life saver, so take the plunge and pick up the new name.

Can You Name Ten Famous French Actors

Can You Name Ten Famous French Actors How Many Famous French Stars Can You Name? ChaptersThe Scandalous OnesThe SirensWhat About Actors?Newsflash: Four of the top ten foreign films of 2018 are French!While American superheroes battle evil at the box office, thought-provoking films of social commentary and the lives of real people are playing on silver screens everywhere.True, they are subtitled: unless you speak fluent French, it would be difficult to follow the rapid-fire dialogue and the sardonic twists of phrases.Still, you will find nary a special effect, nor much CGI â€" computer generated imagery in French language films.There is one extraordinary costume among those four French films mentioned above, but then, race car drivers do wear a lot of protective gear.That was a spoiler!With no masks and capes to hide behind, and no Lycra tights to display taut musculature, French actors really have only one choice: to act.If we were discussing American cinema, we might quip Who was that masked man?, a reference to Batman.As we are discussing French cinema, we'd li ke to know: who are your French favourites of the big screen?From Simone Signoret to Vincent Cassel; from Jacques Audiard to Jean Pierre Jeunet: let us tell you about ours!Or click here to find out why cinema is a national obsession in France.Ten years later, she mysteriously retired from screen, stage and studio, having recorded over 60 songs during her short career, and made 47 films. Today, she is wholly focused on activism.And, it seems, hatred and disdain!No fewer than five times has she been prosecuted for inciting racial and religious hatred, at one time being charged the highest fine ever imposed in France for that crime.She gave a clue to her irascible temperament when she refused the Legion of Honour award, in 1987.Apparently, she's not mellowed since then!Marion CotillardThis is an actress who had no problems accepting France's highest civilian award. In 2016, Ms. Cotillard was bestowed the very honour Ms. Bardot had refused.Besides that distinction, this French actress i s the proud recipient of a Bafta, a Golden Globe, two Césars and a Lumière Award. What she did to earn them is phenomenal: to date, her films have brought in more than three billion dollars at the box office.Clearly, she is a draw; a magnetic force that few can resist.After all, how many women could pull off such a realistic performance in La Vie en Rose as Ms. Cotillard did in portraying Edith Piaf, the most famous French singer?It is that attraction the tabloids speculated on that sounded the death knell for Brad Pitt's marriage. When they filmed Allied together, there was a rumoured romance...But that is not the only reason why she is on our scandal list.One of her more dramatic moves on the activism front was caging herself in front of the Louvre to demand the release of 30 GreenPeace workers, whereby she staunchly proclaimed herself a climate defender.These three remarkable French actresses, so talented in their portrayal of Everyman â€" Everywoman?, seem to make more use of their social position than merely being eye candy and winning awards.Even if they do so outrageously!The incomparable Ms. Darrieux, pictured here at 91 years young Source: Wikipedia Credit: Studio HarcourtThe SirensBefore we go on, a trivia question: Roger Vadim had a love affair with two of our scandalous sirens. Which ones?The three Dames of French film just discussed no doubt qualify as screen sirens; it is only the extremity of their misdeeds that put them on the scandals list.Now we feature three women of haunting beauty and staggering skill at immersing themselves so completely into their roles that, for the time of filming, they actually become their character.Audrey TautouAmelie, perhaps one of the best known French movies worldwide, earned Audrey Tautou international acclaim as the irrepressibly curious, sunnily optimistic title character.With only a handful of roles beneath her belt before landing the lead in that project, naturally she scored countless awards â€" as did t he film.Since then, she has diversified her stock: comedies, dramas, intrigue, The Da Vinci Code...Although she has made English language films in the past, she firmly insists that she is a French actress, and will continue to work in France.Juliette BinocheShe nursed The English Patient and brought Chocolat to Johnny Depp, and somehow, she finds the time to participate in organisations such as Reporters Without Borders.Often referred to in the press as La Binoche, she has had no issue starring in both English and French production films during her 35 year career. And it looks like there is no stopping her!Isabelle HuppertThe Piano Teacher lead actress has been touted as one of the most accomplished in the world today.And for good reason!With a career spanning nearly 50 years, this Parisian has had the opportunity to emote to the widest range of the human experience: tragedy and despair; comedy and compulsion â€" all with command and precision.For all of that, she has most recently been compared to Isabelle Adjani who, in that film critic's opinion, goes far deeper into agony and passion than this established luminary.Honourable Mention: Danielle DarrieuxIn spite of trying to keep the numbers balanced, casting our vote for 3 scandals, 3 sirens and 3 of the best actor type, this list would not be complete without mention of the phenomenal Danielle.Her career spanned a record 80 years; she was still accepting juicy roles as late as 2010 â€" at the ripe young age of 97.Oh, if we could all be so gifted!This 1962 head shot makes it easy to understand why Alain Delon was a heartthrob! Source: Wikipedia Credit: Stefan KragujevicWhat About Actors?It seems easier to critique actresses because, quite frankly, there is more information about them.By contrast, actors who behave badly are generally not reported on, at least not to the extent that their female counterparts are.Our first actor is a bit of a rebel, though...Gerard DepardieuThere is a question of whether we sh ould  consider Monsieur Depardieu on the list of French actors, as he stated in 2012 that he would give up his French passport, and currently resides in Belgium.Nevertheless, he has made important contributions to French cinema, having starred in The Last Metro, and Jean de Florette â€" which made him an international star.In fact, he is considered the most prolific character actors of all time, having made more than 170 films since 1966.His flair for comedy virtually guaranteed him a role in all four Asterix movies, but he has also been known to star in the occasional thriller.He also indulges in the occasional romantic comedy, as seen in Cyrano de Bergerac, for which he won the Best Actor award at the Cannes French film festival.His popularity has virtually eclipsed his bad boy persona: drink driving, serial womanising and, of all things, voiding his bladder in a bottle on a plane!Alain DelonThis veteran French actor became one of French movies' greatest sex symbols of the 1960s.D iscovered in Cannes by an American talent scout, he was offered his first contract, contingent upon his learning English.He resisted the lure of Hollywood after meeting famed French film director Yves Allegret, who cast him in his debut film.Once engaged to Romy Schneider â€" they met on a movie set, he too has enjoyed his share of romantic relationships and legal troubles.No, the Markovic Affair was not a fictional account of intrigue...Initially associated with the New Wave, this film festival favourite is best known for Breathless â€" one of his earliest roles.A star of innumerable commercial films, he scorned intellectual ventures, preferring action to nudity.Whether a Very Long Engagement â€" pun intended, or a promising ascension, actors and actresses in France thrill French audiences, and those worldwide.The reading of subtitles aside, there is no one genre that defines the quintessential French film, only excellence as portrayed by talented French people on the silver screen .Do you have your own list of the best French films? Is it similar to this one?If you enjoyed this article, why not learn more about the history of French cinema?If you're inspired to find a tutor, searching for French lessons London  produces the most results on Superprof but there is a lot more choice if you look for French lessons online.

7 Famous Guitarists Who Overcame Setbacks - What Ive Learned

7 Famous Guitarists Who Overcame Setbacks - What Ive Learned Suzy S. Making it as a musician isnt always easy but its also not impossible! In this guest post, Ged Richardson from Zinginstruments shares what hes learned from seven  famous guitarists who overcame the odds   Tired of getting knocked back? Feeling like your time as a world-famous guitarist will never come? Downright depressed about trying to make it in the music industry? Yup. I know the feeling. It’s exhausting, isn’t it? But here’s the thing: what you’re feeling is completely normal. In fact, some of the best, most talented musicians experienced the very same feeling as you. Dont believe me? Here are seven  examples of how persistence and dogged determinism helped make the world’s greatest guitarists and musicians. 1. Elvis Presley If I told you the King, yes no other than Elvis Presley, was given his marching orders before his career took off, you’d think I was kidding right? No, I’m serious! Elvis was told by the concert hall manager in the Grand Ole Opry (a famous venue in Nashville) in no uncertain terms “You ain’t going nowhere, son. You ought to go back to driving a truck.” Looking back, that concert hall manager couldn’t have been more wrong. Someone needs to eat several King-size portions of humble pie. 2. Noel Gallagher Before songwriter and guitarist Noel Gallagher shot to fame in the 1990s with his band Oasis,  he endured a lifetimes worth of setbacks. He battled through family strife, expulsion from school, and dead-end jobs but he persevered with his music, writing three of his most popular songs (including Live Forever) in what he referred to as the The Hit Hut (which was in fact a storehouse at the company he was working for at the time!). Did success come quickly thereafter? Not at all. He auditioned as a singer for the popular indie band Inspiral Carpets and was promptly rejected. Instead, they  gave him  a job on the tour crew for two years. Tour crew! Now look where he is filling arenas around the globe. Some achievement, I would say. 3. Django Reinhardt In 1920s France, a bright new star was stunning audiences in the Parisian music halls with his virtuoso guitar playing. He was called Django Reinhardt. At the tender age of 18, Django got his first major gig with English band leader Jack Hylton, quite an accomplishment for an uneducated Romani Gypsy. But tragedy struck soon after. A fire broke out in his caravan and he was badly injured. He injured his left hand, paralyzing all but two fingers on his fretting hand. For many this would be the end of their playing career. But not for Django, who worked out a way to play the guitar using his two working fingers. He went on to create a whole new genre of his own with Stéphane Grappelli, known as ‘Gypsy Jazz,’ and the rest is history, as they say. 4. Paul McCartney Songwriter and bassist Paul McCartney  is the picture of charisma and confidence on stage when you see that old footage of the Beatles. But looks can be deceiving. Sir Paul was prone to bouts of stage fright, often rendering him useless in front of screaming fans. Interviewed by the NME in 2009, he said: “So I remember being on the steps of Wembley Town Hall, literally getting ill with nerves, and thinking, Ive got to give this business up, this is no good.’” If he can play through the nerves, so can you. 5. Pat Martino This jazz musician  is one of the most revered and famous guitarists  in the industry. Was it all a ride in the park for him? Far from it. Pat Martino was already established as a heavyweight guitar player, but at the age of 36 he suffered a brain aneurysm that  put him out of action. And that’s putting it mildly. Surgery resulted in amnesia and loss of his ability to play guitar. Quite a setback for a guitarist. With dogged determination he managed to relearn the instrument, while battling what he called ‘near-suicidal’ levels of sorrow. In 2004, Martino was named Guitar Player of the Year in Downbeat Magazines Readers Poll. Some turn-around, don’t you think? 6. Bob Dylan In the late 1960s, folk-singing troubadour Bob Dylan was pretty untouchable influencing the Beatles, among others. Or so he thought. When he toured the UK in 1966 playing a new electric sound, it quickly became apparent that his audience hated the new sound! Bob and his band were jeered and heckled throughout the shows, culminating in one resentful fan shouting ‘Judas.’ Did he succumb to the pressure and go back to playing folk guitar? Heck no. He powered through, ignored the naysayers and invented a new form of electric folk-based pop. We wouldn’t have classics such as Like a Rolling Stone if he’d given up. 7. Seasick Steve The American blues guitarist Seasick Steve didn’t have it easy on his route to stardom either. Leaving home at the age of 13 to avoid abuse at the hands of his stepfather, he lived as a hobo for many years, catching rides by hopping on freight trains as he sought work as a farm laborer. His rise to stardom didn’t come quickly or easily, but he persisted and eventually established himself as one of today’s best blues guitarists. He attributes much of his unlikely success to his cheap and weather-beaten guitar, The Trance Wonder. But I  think it was more a case of a spoonful of talent and a whole lot of hard work, persistence, and determination. Conclusion So there you have it seven  cases of success against all odds. It’s both humbling and motivating to learn that these famous guitarists were knocked back in some way,  but crucially overcame their obstacles to come  up on top. The lesson here? Frustration and adversity can help you   if you use it to fire you up. Never give up. If you want it badly enough, you can make it happen! Classical guitarist Andres Segovia famously said: The day I stop playing guitar will be the day after my death. Now there’s perseverance! Ged Richardson is an avid guitarist and blogger who writes about how to improve your guitar playing at Zinginstruments.   Need Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

Top 10 Reasons That Make Online Math Tutor Ideal

Top 10 Reasons That Make Online Math Tutor Ideal 0SHARESShare Online Math Tutor a powerful, effective and ideal resource As a parent, you want to leave no stone unturned to provide your children with mathematics help that they really require. In the fast changing contemporary times, online tutoring has become a powerful and unfailing resource. We will discuss how it will be an ideal decision for you. You need to opt for an online math tutor for your children. Online classes are conducted by the real mathematics tutors who imperatively hold Masters Degree in the subject. They have to undergo a very merciless scrutiny before they are hired by the online tutor bureaus. As an online math tutor tackles global student community. So he or she knows better how to read and watch the minds of students. Online tutors are trained and capable enough to rediscover the way your child can learn and perform better. They use fully tried and tested methodologies that enable your children to learn. With this children can understand and perform better. The personalized lessons that online tutors prepare are strictly based on the text books which are used in students’ regular classrooms. The unlimited opportunities of revision that students enjoy with an online math tutor are what make online tutoring really peculiar. If students are in doubt and confusion, they can keep raising their queries unless and until they grasp the gist of a particular topic or issue in entirety. On the monetary front, online tutors never burn a hole in parents’ pockets as the pricing structure is tailored in a well-balanced way. The friendly behavior of an online tutor always keeps students on ease, and as a result, they concentrate and learn better. Learning Mathematics online is not only a fun but also an activity. The activity that puts students on complete ease to score and understand better. Your first experience with your online math tutor will change your notion about online tutoring forever. [starbox id=admin]

The Cost of Moving to Italy

The Cost of Moving to Italy How Can You Budget for Moving to Italy? ChaptersThe Cost of Emigrating to ItalyThe Budget for Travelling to ItalyThe Cost of Moving to ItalyThe Cost of Living in ItalyIf you’ve decided that you’re going to live in Italy, you’ll have to work out how much it’s going to cost.In fact, moving to Italy isn’t as simple as deciding upon a global budget, you need to know exactly how much everything will cost.If you’ve always dreamt of living in Italy, visiting the Trevi Fountain or the Leaning Tower of Pisa, you’ll need to organise your finances.In this article, we’re going to look at the costs to expect when you move abroad as an expat and settle in Italy. We'll cover everything from the cost of travelling overseas to your destination, the cost of living abroad, immigration costs (such as visas, etc.), etc. DanielaItalian Teacher 5.00 (9) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LuciaItalian Teacher 5.00 (4) £17/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarilùItalian Teacher 5.00 (8) £22/h1st lesson free! Discover all our tutors MarcoItalian Teacher £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AntonellaItalian Teacher 5.00 (2) £14/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GiusyItalian Teacher 5.00 (3) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EnricoItalian Teacher 5.00 (2) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors FedericaItalian Teacher 5.00 (2) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsThe Cost of Emigrating to ItalyVisa CostsIf you want to live in Italy, you’ll need to get a visa. This gives you the right to live in the country for a given time and is an unavoidable expenditure (unless you have a potential employer willing to pay for it).Travelling to Italy isn't hugely expensive, but you should plan ahead. (Source: Holgi)As a citizen of the EU, the work permit is automatically accepted. After three months, you’ll need to request a residence permit from the local questura.Here’s a short list of the costs of different visas:Short-stay visa (less than 90 days): €60Visa for children aged 0-6: freeVisa for children aged 6-12: €35Student visa (for those studying less than 90 days): freeStudent visa (long stay): €50Long-stay visa (more than 90 days): €116There are also other free visas for Italian citizens and short-stay visas. Of course, you’ll need to prove your status.The Budget for Travelling to ItalyIn the grand scheme of things, Italy is relatively close to the UK.You can even take the train from the UK to Italy. Of course, the cost will depend on where you live in the UK and the transport links you have access to.The cheapest way to get to Italy is by plane. You can get flights for as little as £30, which is a great way to save money.Don’t forget to get your travel insurance sorted before you head off!The Cost of Moving to ItalyThe Budget for Moving to ItalyJust like moving elsewhere in the UK, moving to Italy costs money. Let’s ignore the costs of transporting furniture because we reckon you won’t be taking absolutely everything with you to Italy.If you’re going to rent in Italy, you’re going to need around two or three months’ worth of rent. Most of the time, these are the only fees. Some Italian landlords don’t care that much about a deposit.However, having a job won’t hurt your chances of getting somewhere to rent since a lot of Italian landlords may be wary of a foreigner who's just arrived the country without any form of income.You’ll need a bit of money to do essential things like getting some shopping in, buying some furniture, and transport to and from your work. Kitchens aren’t always equipped in the same way as the UK so you may need to budget on getting it up-to-scratch.Look at  Italian courses London.The Cost of Accommodation in ItalyThis is the big question you need to ask when looking to rent a flat or house in Italy. On average, the cost of renting in Italy isn’t as much as in the UK. It might be a good idea to learn a bit of the Italian language before you start l ooking for a place to live.Where you choose to live will affect your budget. (Source: weinstock)Just like in the UK, if you move to a big city, you can expect to pay more than you would in small towns. Of course, There are plenty of different places to live in Italy and the cost of living is different in each region, too. You won't pay the same in Sicily, Tuscany, Umbria or Sardinia, for example.Additionally, there's your life in Italy. You'll pay more if you constantly eat in all the best places, live in a big house in a popular city centre, etc.  As a guide, here are a few example prices of the average price of flats in the city centre:Modena: €760Florence: €1400Ancona: €630Genoa: €880Milan: €2050Naples: €910Ravenna: €850Rome: €1800Venice: €1820These prices obviously don’t reflect the cost of any single type of accommodation and you can find places for less and more. Anyone living in London will know just how expensive renting can be. Use this list as a guideli ne and make sure that you shop around.Search online for accommodation in Italy, too. Don’t think that the price shown is set in stone as you can always haggle a bit.Additionally, you won’t be able to get government assistance as you might here in the UK.Finally, make sure you include any agency fees in your budget. These tend to be around 10% of the annual cost of the property. For example, if you rent somewhere in Turin at €650 per month, you’ll pay €780 in agency fees.If you’re buying in Italy, you’ll pay around €2,300 per metre squared.The Cost of Living in ItalyThe lifestyle is one of the main reasons many people choose to emigrate to Italy. You can live comfortably in Italy for less than in the UK. The cost of living in Italy tends to be lower than in the UK.You can eat locally for less in Italy. (Source: kirkandmimi)Eating and Drinking Well for LessItaly is famous for its cheap and fresh produce. If you love cooking, it’s a perfect place to find ingredients t hat won’t cost you a fortune.Groceries in Italy cost around 9% less than in the UK. For cheap produce, you can go to a local market and discover a whole range of products that are of better quality than you’d find here in the UK. You can also throw a nice bottle of Chianti into your basket!The Cost of Leisure in ItalyLiving in Italy wouldn’t be anywhere near as good if you couldn’t enjoy the cultural, historical, and culinary heritage of the country.On average, restaurants are more expensive than in the UK, though this doesn’t take into account the difference in quality.Be careful, too, as bread and water aren’t always given away for free in restaurants and can add another €5 to your bill. It might feel weird going for a meal and opting not to get any bread or water.  Furthermore, you should leave a tip.In terms of tourist sites, churches are often free while you’ll usually need to pay to visit museums. In Italy, there are a lot of transport cards that offer discount s for museums.  Thus, you can visit the Sistine Chapel, Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Gulf of Naples, and Adriatic beaches for less. Visiting Italy doesn’t need to cost a fortune.The Cost of Services in ItalyAfter you’ve eaten and had a good time, you’ll need to pay your bills. As a foreigner in a new country, you'll probably enjoy moving abroad to Italy because of how many things are cheaper than they are in the UK.If you don't have a car, public transport in Italy will be essential. (Source: kirkandmimi)On average, transport is much cheaper in Italy, with the exception of taxis, which tend to start the meter at around €5. You can get a single trip on some buses for a euro or so.However, taking the metro in Rome won’t cost you anywhere near as much as the Underground in London. This is a great way to learn more about the rich culture of Piedmont, Bologna, or Puglia and visit all the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.After you’ve budgeted for Italy, you can start enjoying Ital y to its fullest:“Mangia bene, ridi spesso, ama molto” (Eat well, laugh often, love a lot)So do you fancy living in Italy?If this is the case, don’t hesitate to get some Italian lessons with a tutor on Superprof before you head off on your Italian adventure! These bespoke language lessons are a great way to learn the basics or brush up on your Italian if you haven't spoken it in a while. There are even classes via webcam if you can't find a tutor who works near where you live.Before you move to Italy, you should make sure that your passport is valid, look at places to live in your new home country, buy some Euros, and look at working in Italy if you haven't already got a job.Once you get there, you can immerse yourself in Italian culture and start enjoying la dolce vita from a piazza in the sun.

Tips For Travelling Abroad For Students Learning English

Tips For Travelling Abroad For Students Learning English ESOL: Preparing For A Trip To English Speaking Countries ChaptersAbout The United States Of AmericaThe Benefits Of USA Travel For English Language LearningUseful Tips For Second Language Acquisition Traveling In The United States Of AmericaEssential Information For ESL StudentsAbout The United KingdomThe Benefits Of UK Travel To Learn EnglishUseful Tips For English Proficiency When Traveling In The United KingdomEssential Information For Esl English StudentsAbout AustraliaThe Benefits Of Australian Travel For English Language AcquisitionUseful Tips For Language Learning When Traveling In AustraliaEssential Information For The International StudentAbout CanadaThe Benefits Of Canadian Travel For The Language LearnerUseful Tips For Language Acquisition When Traveling In CanadaEssential Information For The English Language LearnerAs an ESOL student planning a trip to a country that speaks English is going to be a huge treat. While learning English in the classroom can be fun and very useful to give you the foundations of the language. Nothing compares to travelling to a country that speaks the language that you are learning.There are so many English speaking countries; Australia, Canada, the United States of America for example, but the English language is also used as a global language for people from different cultures to come together to communicate. English has the potential to bridge the gap and open communication between non-native English speakers and native speakers alike.According to Wikipedia, there are over 50 countries where English is the official language, and of course, there are many more countries where English is widely spoken as the unofficial language of the country. This gives English language learners lots of choice for places to travel to and the opportunity to receive a comprehensive cross-cultural learning experience for their language development.The United States of America (USA) is a country made up of 50 states. Photo Source: Unsplashblue flowing rivers and historical canyons. Cities bursting with life; New York and the statue of liberty, Miami’s huge Beaches, Florida’s Disneyland, LA’s Hollywood and Las Vegas’ Lights.The country is made up of 50 states, these states can be divided into 4 regions; The Midwest, the South, the Northeast and the West.Kansas is a city that is located in the Midwest.New York is a city that is located in the Northeast.Miami is a city that is located in the South.Los Angeles (LA) is a city that is located in the West.The Benefits Of USA Travel For English Language LearningThe United States Of America is a multilingual and multicultural country despite English being the primary language. So the Locals are used to dealing with people who speak English as a second language. You don’t have to be nervous to try to talk even if you only have basic English. People, in general, will be very supportive and grateful for your attempt to communicate with them.In the US you can take some of the most fantastic tours to places like the Grand Canyon , the empire state building, the redwood forest or if you like celebrities you can take a tour of the house of the rich and famous. While these tours will be fun, they will also give you the chance to speak to other people about a specific topic.Useful Tips For Second Language Acquisition Traveling In The United States Of AmericaApply for the correct visa or entry document for your passportIt is a big country so make a plan for where you want to travel to and fly into the closest airport.If you have limited English and feel nervous. Try to make some friends online, with locals who can give you advice about preparation and immersion into the area.Essential Information For ESL StudentsThe currency is the Dollar (USD)The legal drinking age is 21The number for emergencies is 911The country code is +1Travelling in the UK gives you a huge advantage. Photo Source: UnsplashAbout The United KingdomThe United Kingdom (UK) is a beautiful eclectic island with historic castles that sit comfortab ly next to modern high rise buildings, where all communities from different backgrounds come together to have street parties and speak English with beautiful rich accents from all around the world. In the north, Scotland crowns the country with Northern Ireland and in the middle, England begins and leads down to the south where we find Wales. Each of these countries are majestic in their own right and have their own cultural history, customs and native languages as well as the collective United one.England alone is well known for Robin Hood, and his merry men who came from Nottingham, The Beatles who came from Liverpool, Manchester United football team who are from Manchester and Shakespeare performed his plays at the Globe Theatre in London. Not to mention Henry the 8th who chopped off the heads of a few of his wives at the tower of London.The United Kingdom is made up of four historical countries (Scotland, England, Northern Island and Wales), which makes the UK quite unique.In En gland, people speak English, and the capital is London.In Northern Island, people speak Irish (a Celtic language) and/or English, and the capital is BelfastIn Scotland, people speak Gaelic (although the language is somewhat dying) and/or English, and the capital is Edinburgh.In Wales, people speak Welsh and/or English, and the capital is Cardiff.The Benefits Of UK Travel To Learn EnglishWhen you are travelling around the UK, you will notice that you are actively using your reading skills, your writing skills and your listening skills. This constant practice will support your rapid improvement and comprehension in the English language. You may find that this is faster than when you work with an English teacher in your language school or English If you have a personal English tutor, you can ask if you can take your classes outside the ESL classroom or learning environment.Applied linguistics are always going to develop in a stronger way for you than any language skill taught for solel y academic reasons. ESL programs, colleges and universities that offer study abroad semesters. Are aware of the enrichment opportunities for your vocabulary and grammar.A key benefit is that you will be learning English either actively and consciously or passively. When you are in a foreign language learning environment, you cannot stop the learning experience. This full immersion method is how you learnt your native language fluently. Following a similar routine of bilingual education, you can repeat this success toward academic achievement.Useful Tips For English Proficiency When Traveling In The United KingdomGo to the pub to meet some locals, People from the UK tend to like to socialise around a beer or some wine. This makes the local pub a perfect place to go to meet people. With that said a don’t try to do this on Friday or Saturday night when pubs and bars are at their fullest as it will be harder to hear what anyone is saying.Make use of the free museums around the country and join the free tours that often run throughout the day. You can note down vocabulary that is new to you. You can also practice reading and writing the information found throughout the gallery.Useful Tips For Language Learning When Traveling In AustraliaYou could meet people via online Facebook groups who are local to the area. Remember to use all the media at your fingertips both on and offline. This way you will be able to brush up on your conversational English skills. Just be careful and always meet in public places.Share your positive endorsement for Australia with the locals who will be thrilled to hear about your point of view, and they may in their enthusiasm take you to see even more beautiful Or share secrets that only the locals know about.Essential Information For The International StudentThe currency is the Australian dollar (AUD)The legal age for most things is 18.The number for emergencies is 000The country code is +61The rest of Canada is more or less English spea king although people may also speak French. Photo Source: UnsplashAbout CanadaCanada is in North America and shares a large border with the USA. It is a fascinating country and is home to some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the world. English and French are the national languages of the country, and they have many other unofficial languages. Although it is a vast country, the majority of the population live near the US border, and large cities and small towns are the most popular places to live.Canada's unique culture is no secret and millions of tourists visit every year, national parks, snow sports, whale tours and the natural environment seem to be very popular.The Benefits Of Canadian Travel For The Language LearnerWhen you travel, you can not only gain a lot through the experience by learning about Canadian culture, but you can also share information about your lifestyle. This cross-cultural appreciation benefits everyone and makes for an exciting time for native E nglish speakers who may never have met or spoken to someone from your country before.Useful Tips For Language Acquisition When Traveling In CanadaStudents who are learning Business English or those in adult education could hire a tutor or an English guide to show them around.You can visit free events in the main cities and practice using formal and informal English. This is not only great for your professional development but also for your confidence.Essential Information For The English Language LearnerThe currency is the Canadian Dollar (CAD)The number for emergencies is 911The country code is +1The legal age is 18-19 depending on where you are in the countryDespite how it is that you like to learn new languages you can not deny that travelling is one of the top methods of teaching yourself how to retain and engage with the English language. This strategy of language training does require some ‘lesson planning’ to ensure that you are actually making the most of your time in th e country.But these real-life situations are going to give you a new point of view of the language, especially when compared to studying English in your ESOL classroom. Full immersion is how you learnt your mother tongue and remains in my mind the most reliable way to not only learn but to retain the language, gain confidence in the language and be able to communicate your thoughts and ideas fluently in English. Happy Travels!

Online Trigonometry Tutoring

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Why Do Kids with ADHD Seem to Hyperfocus on Some Things and Not Focus at All on Others

Why Do Kids with ADHD Seem to Hyperfocus on Some Things and Not Focus at All on Others My child can focus on things when he wants to. In fact, when hes really interested in something, he focuses better than other kids hes hyperfocused. Hes the opposite of distracted! I just wish hed choose to hyperfocus on the important things, like homework. If you are the parent of a child with ADHD, this may sound strikingly familiar. Many of the parents I have worked with describe their child as someone who can hyperfocus on a few high-interest activities, but seem to be unable to focus on less enjoyable tasks, like homework. While the targets of hyperfocused attention vary from child to child (e.g., Legos, video games, books, etc.), across the board parents are bewildered by their childs ability to focus so well on some things and not at all on others. Parents often say that they feel frustrated by their childs seemingly willful choice to focus well only when he or she is engaged in an activity that he or she enjoys. For frustrated, perplexed parents, its often helpful to start by shifting the way we talk about and conceptualize the ability to focus within the context of ADHD. We often talk about a child, teen, or adult with ADHD as completely lacking the ability to pay attention. In reality, most people with ADHD can focus very well at times, and many can in fact hyperfocus on some activities directing 100% of their attention toward the task at hand and blocking out everything else in the room. The core difficulty in ADHD may not be the inability to pay attention, but instead be difficulty in regulating attention. The struggle lies in turning on focused attention at the necessary and appropriate times, adjusting the focus intensity to match the demands of the activity, and turning off focused attention when its time to shift to another task or activity. In fact, some would argue that across the board ADHD should be conceptualized primarily as a disorder of regulation, including difficulties wit h regulating emotion, activity level, and behavior, as well as attention. When we think about ADHD as a disorder that causes problems with regulating attention, it becomes easier to understand why kids with ADHD experience so much variability in their level of attention from one day to the next, and why they hyperfocus on some activities and focus so little on others. There are many factors that influence our ability to regulate attention, including fatigue, hunger, how interesting an activity is to us, the length and complexity of a task, the immediate payoff we get for completing an activity, etc. As parents, there are things you can do to help your child regulate his or her attention and even make the most of his or her ability to hyperfocus. First, make sure your childs basic needs around sleep, nutrition, and exercise are adequately met. If your child is hungry, sleep deprived, has a great deal of pent up energy, or is feeling lethargic from sitting around too much, then address these issues first. Youll be laying a solid foundation for better regulation of attention as well as emotion, behavior, and activity level. Second, be on the lookout for factors that tend to push your child into hyperfocused mode. There will of course be certain high interest activities that pull his or her attention into a hyperfocused state, but there may be other factors as well, like having to complete an assignment just before a deadline, being asked to beat the clock by completing a certain number of problems or worksheets before a timer goes off, being challenged to do something better than he or she has ever done it before, or having to finish an assignment or task to earn a reward or privilege. Hyperfocus triggers will be specific to your child, but once theyve been identified, you can use them to help your child focus when its necessary. Lastly, always have your child complete his or her hyperfocused activities last. Once your child goes into hyperfocus mode, it may be hard for him or her to stop what he or she is doing and shift to another activity. On top of this, it takes more mental energy for your child to regulate his or her attention during less engaging activities than it does when he or she is hyperfocused. So, have your child do less interesting activities first, before he or she is mentally fatigued. Helping your child use strategies to regulate their attention, and make the most of his or her hyperfocus abilities, will go a long way in improving the ability to focus during those activities that he or she doesnt typically enjoy. 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. 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The Indirect Effects of Independent Reading

The Indirect Effects of Independent Reading Improving Academic Performance “The amount of free reading done outside of school has consistently been found to relate to growth in vocabulary, reading comprehension, verbal fluency, and general information. Students who read independently become better readers, score higher on achievement tests in all subject areas, and have greater content knowledge than those who do not. -Research Journal of the American Association of School Librarians The indirect effects of independent reading are well documented and, in some ways, almost obvious. You can split the effects into two categories: direct and indirect. The direct effects are perhaps the most obvious. The more you read, the more information you’ll accumulate about a variety of topics. If you read about finance, you’ll learn finance. If you read history, you’ll learn more history. If you aren’t a great public speaker, obviously reading a public speaking book can help you improve. In addition, your vocabulary naturally expands, regardless of what you’re reading. Even if you are only reading fiction, you’ll still learn about people, places, concepts, ideas, etc. that apply in the real world. The indirect effects of increased reading are less obvious, but perhaps more important. By reading more, even more fiction, you naturally will improve your command of the English language (spelling, grammar, usage, etc.), reading comprehension skills, ability to apply logic, understanding of cause and effect, and more. In fact, the benefits of reading independently can be downright surprising. According to the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges, there is a strong correlation between independent reading and mathematics achievement. Studies show reading and writing skills not only lead to general academic success, but are also directly valued by colleges and employers as high as almost any other factor. At the same time, we see the average 12th grade reading scores declining in the U.S. between 1992 and 2005. The most surprising study I’ve found was conducted by Dr Alice Sullivan and Matt Brown, who analyzed the reading behavior of approximately 6,000 young people being followed by the 1970 British Cohort Study, which is funded by the Economic and Social Research Council. According to the Institute of Education University of London’s review of that report, “reading for pleasure was found to be more important for children's cognitive development between ages 10 and 16 than their parents' level of education. The combined effect on children's progress of reading books often, going to the library regularly and reading newspapers at 16 was four times greater than the advantage children gained from having a parent with a degree.” Interesting, and luckily or unluckily depending on your situation, the reading comprehension skills can be much more difficult to build quickly. At MyGuru, when we’re helping students prepare for standardized tests, we tend to find that, paradoxically, the most stressed out students are those that are really struggling with the math section of the ACT, SAT, GRE, or GMAT, but those that are truly lacking basic math skills can be the easiest students to help. “We can teach you how to solve quadratic equations by “completing the square” if you’ve forgotten most of the algebra you learned in high school. We can teach you any math that you once learned and have now forgotten. We can even teach you a lot of math that you never learned in the first place. Unfortunately, we cannot re-teach you how to read and comprehend…improving your reading comprehension skills takes time, persistence, and focused practice.” John Easter - Senior GMAT, GRE, ACT, and SAT tutor for MyGuru (John holds a B.A. in English and B.A. in Mathematics, Indiana University-Bloomington, and M.A. in Mathematics) What does it mean to read intentionally? You’ll get the most benefit out of reading more if you do so intentionally. There are actually two contexts in which to interpret what this means, and it goes back to the direct vs. indirect distinction we made above. First, you are reading intentionally if you know you aren’t great at managing your schedule and being organized, and so you buy a book about personal productivity, making to-do lists, using calendar tools, etc. However, you are also reading intentionally if you know that, in 3, 6, 12, 24, or 48 months you’ll be taking a standardized test with a “verbal” component. So, with that in mind, you stop yourself while reading and ask questions like: What was the author’s main point? What evidence does his use to support that point? What type of evidence could be used to challenge the point? Etc. Or, on an even simpler level, I know that a magazine like the Economist is not always easy reading. Even when I try to read it, I sometimes find myself losing the point, but continuing with the article, just trying to pick up whatever info I can, to say that I read it. To read intentionally would always be to challenge yourself to stop, think critically about what you’ve read to ensure you understand the logic, and move on only once you’ve truly understood the paragraph, article, or chapter. You can do this while sitting in a room with your parents, friends, girlfriend, or spouse. They don’t need to know that you’re not just reading, you’re reading intentionally to build your comprehension and critical thinking skills. How to learn more? I’d recommend reading the New York Times, Economist, or Wall Street Journal, anything non-fiction, that you’re interested in, and in particular, historical fiction. Historical fiction is set in contexts which are real, but which involved characters and plots that are fictional. So, they are the best of both worlds in a sense. 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