Incorporate Technology Into Your Spanish Lesson Plans

Incorporate Technology Into Your Spanish Lesson Plans What are the online resources for Spanish teachers? ChaptersMOOCs open up a world of possibility for Spanish students and teachersMake the most of online resourcesPopular language learning apps - are they really helpful for perfecting your Spanish?Make use of video calls in order to tutor Spanish from afarWith Superprof, you can become a private Spanish tutorAre you a Spanish tutor, or are you hoping to become one?In order to continuously improve your teaching skills, it is important to stay abreast of the tools that can help you keep your lessons fresh.In contrast to Spanish high school teachers, you don’t have an inbuilt network of colleagues with whom to exchange teaching tips and ideas.So how can you make yourself into the best possible Spanish teacher on your own?In order to help your students improve their Spanish skills, there are many online resources that you can use to help prepare varied and interesting lesson plans that will cover key areas like grammar or vocabulary.Here are our top picks for online resources to help yo u teach any modern language! CalumDrama School Entrance Teacher 5.00 (15) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ToriSpanish Teacher 5.00 (1) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors OliviaSchool support Teacher 5.00 (2) £21/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkESOL (English) Teacher 4.76 (17) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YuweiChinese Teacher 4.33 (6) £19/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JenniferMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LouiseAutoCAD Teacher 5.00 (3) £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RickyPercussion Teacher 5.00 (7) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NicolasGuitar Teacher 5.00 (2) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MyriamOrganic chemistry Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JonathanEconomics Teacher 5.00 (9) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Oluwakemi imoleMaths Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free! Discover all our tutors AlexPhysics Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AdamSinging Teacher 5.00 (14) £48/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValentiniMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (2) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MilenaMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RashmiEconomics Teacher 5.00 (1) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsMOOCs open up a world of possibility for Spanish students and teachersMOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) are online courses that are free and open to all, generally focussing on a certain subject area.In the first decade of the new millennium, many of the major US universities like Harvard and Princeton began to share videos and other learning resources online. (Anyone remember iTunes U?) The term MOOC first appeared in 2008.In the past few years, MOOCs have seen an explosion in popularity as universities in places like Australia, South Africa, and France all start putti ng courses online too.Discover also what training you need to become a certified Spanish teacher...A popular new way to learnWhen you sign up for a MOOC, you aren’t just learning on your own in front of your computer, but you’re part of a global community of students. This makes it possible to:pursue distance learningaccess learning resources, including exercises, readings, and homeworkspeak to other students and teachers on forumsA MOOC generally lasts about 4 to 8 weeks, so it’s necessary to plan ahead and make sure that you’ll be able to complete the whole course, as well as complete all the assignments and exercises.The hardest thing is choosing the best class for you from all the options!MOOCs usually take place over a set period, so you’ll need to sign on regularly to make sure you aren’t missing out on anything and are making the most of your online Spanish classes.As a Spanish tutor, you'll probably have one of two objectives:Improve your level of Spanish if you aren’t already bilingual, or want to improve your expertise in a certain area.Improve your teaching skills and understanding of different teaching and learning strategiesAre MOOCs part of our recommended background for Spanish teachers?How should you pick your MOOC?Mastering a foreign language might seem like a dizzying task! But it’s possible with the right MOOCThere are many different MOOC sites that host courses from different universities. Two of the best known are Coursera and iversity.In order to easily find the right MOOC for you without wasting any time, start regularly checking third-party sites who keep tabs on what’s on offer. They’re a great tool that lets you search for certain themes like Spanish grammar or pronunciation. Some helpful sites include:CourseTalk - aggregates information from over 40 different learning providersClassCentral - basically functions like a giant course catalog of different MOOCs, and also aggregates course ratings to help you choose.Gr oupMooc - not a website but an app to download to your phone, it not only helps you find the right course but also will block out time in your calendar to make sure you have time to complete all the assignmentsYou can even receive certificates and sometimes university credit for some MOOCs, a great way to show off your new Spanish teaching credentials!Discover also how to become a self-taught Spanish teacher...Make the most of online resourcesIn order to keep your students’ interest and teach Spanish without any formal qualifications, it is important to adapt your teaching methods to your students’ needs and use a wide variety of learning materials. Depending on the kinds of Spanish courses you offer, you’ll need to adapt your teaching strategy.If you are tutoring a college or high school student, it is important to make sure you’re following the same curriculum that they are learning in class. Orient yourself by having a look at their textbook that they use for their Spanis h class.It’s also worth checking the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages website, to become familiar with their proficiency standards for speaking, listening, reading, and writing Spanish.If you’re teaching beginner-level Spanish to an adult, you can choose your own curriculum and teaching methods, and customize them to your student’s personalized learning goals!If you’re teaching a professional who wants to move to the next level, it’s probably important to incorporate some Spanish for business and professional uses that are suitable for their level (beginner, intermediate…)Discover also this complete guide to becoming a Spanish teacher...As you’ve probably understood, a good Spanish teacher is one who is constantly learning and reinventing themselves. It isn’t always easy, but there are a number of websites that can help you out:Out of all the Spanish teaching sites, some of our top picks are:http://spanish4teachers.org - this website is a must fo r any Spanish teacher and includes lesson plans, different handouts, listening and reading exercises, and much more.http://zachary-jones.com/zambombazo/ has a great selection of different clips and Spanish videos to get your students some authentic listening and comprehension practicesPearson’s resources for their Realdides textbooks, commonly used in many American public school Spanish classes, is also a great source of extra learning materials, listening and reading exerciseshttp://www.videoele.com/zona_profesores.html is another great resource for authentic videos to work on students’ Spanish listening and comprehensionAnd of course, you can also find plenty of other Spanish videos and online lessons on YouTube!There are lots of helpful videos for teaching Spanish on YouTube. However, it will probably take a bit of searching to hit on the most helpful channels for your lessons.Join the discussion: what level of Spanish must you be capable of in order to teach Spanish? CalumDr ama School Entrance Teacher 5.00 (15) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ToriSpanish Teacher 5.00 (1) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors OliviaSchool support Teacher 5.00 (2) £21/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkESOL (English) Teacher 4.76 (17) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YuweiChinese Teacher 4.33 (6) £19/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JenniferMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LouiseAutoCAD Teacher 5.00 (3) £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RickyPercussion Teacher 5.00 (7) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NicolasGuitar Teacher 5.00 (2) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MyriamOrganic chemistry Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JonathanEconomics Teacher 5.00 (9) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Oluwakemi imoleMaths Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AlexPhysics Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AdamSinging Teacher 5.00 (14) £48/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValentiniMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (2) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MilenaMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RashmiEconomics Teacher 5.00 (1) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsPopular language learning apps - are they really helpful for perfecting your Spanish?You probably aren’t really looking at iPhone apps to learn Spanish, since you already know the language fluently…However, making use of these apps during your Spanish tutoring sessions can be a great way to help guide your students to success!Mobile phone apps - a good way to reinforce what students are learningInstead of giving your students grammar and conjugation homework for their next lesson, encourage them to download one of the free language learning apps instead.They’re easy and fun to use, and students can do a bit of revision every day, when and where it’s convenient for them. If they can spend just 10 minutes a day on the app, it’ll help them improve, even if it obviously doesn’t replace the need for your tutoring services!Out of the top free language learning apps, we’d recommend:Babbel:  in order to improve pronunciation, thanks to their vocal recognition software. The app also tests students’ ability to express themselves orally. It’s an easy way to review prior knowledge and perfect your accent - something that can also be helpful if you’re planning to study abroad in Spain…Mosalingua: is a fun and easy ‘e’ version of flash cards, which help students memorize Spanish vocabulary. They’re shown Spanish words, and on the back of the card, you can find the translation to learn the words one by one. It’s a quick and easy game, which, if done regularly, is scientifically proven to help students improve their vocabulary.Duolingo: for its fun approach to learning. It’s an app that turns learning languages into a game where you need to pass levels without losing a life. It’s an app that’s especially popular with high schoolers!There are tons of free language learning apps out there, all catering for different languages (French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Japanese…) Try out a few different ones to determine which will be the best for your students.See some tutoring jobs here.Make use of video calls in order to tutor Spanish from afarMake the most of Skype and given Spanish classes over the internet!It’s not always feasible to head to students’ houses to give lessons, or to find a time that works for all you students, especially adults who are also juggling work and other responsibilities.An easy solution - video calls!Giving Spanish tutoring lessons over video calls online is one of the ways you can use technology as a Spanish teacher.Using the internet means you can also tutor students who may l ive far away. Thanks to your webcam, the student and tutor can see and hear each other, so you can communicate easily, just like if you were in the same place.Offering video classes gives you more flexibility and also lets you save time and money going from place to place. Many of our Superprofs offer video tutoring to language students.In order to avoid losing time on technological issues, choose an appropriate application, and make sure you’ve got a stable internet connection.You just need to pick which app to use:Skype  - with more than 300 million users, Skype is the best known and most used of video calling apps available. You can also do more than just video call or instant message - share files, share screens, call cell phones or set up auto-redirects...Hangouts  - Google’s rival app offers a lot of the same basic functions - video calls, audio calls, and instant messages. It’s a good choice if you also use other Google products like Gmail or Google Drive, and can help you stay organized by keeping everything unified.With Superprof, you can become a private Spanish tutorBy signing up with Superprof, you can easily find plenty of Spanish students in need of tutoring.You just need to create a profile and fill out some information about your experience, qualifications, and teaching methods.Superprof can put you in touch with your future students!Here are some tips for creating your Superprof profile:Be specific - describe your background, academic qualifications, level of Spanish, experiences, any other languages you speak, and any time spent studying abroad in Latin America or SpainMake a list of the kind of courses you offer: beginners Spanish, after-school homework help, Spanish for adults, professional Spanish, intensive language courses, babysitting, conversational Spanish…Be clear about your rates - use the level to help you set the cost of a tutoring session. On average, classes on Superprof are generally about $25 an hour (or $20 per hour f or Spanish classes)The first class is free - this helps give students the confidence to sign up.Make a point of mentioning if you offer classes over webcam tooRespond to all your messages quickly. We recommend that all tutors respond to their messages within 24hours.Respond to the reviews your students post.Spanish tutors are in high demand, and it’s a great job.By offering a wide range of courses to all your students, you can quickly build a great portfolio of tutoring clients.Now find out the importance of spending time in a Spanish speaking country to refine your language skills.

Studying Political History What does it entail

Studying Political History What does it entail Politics and History: How Can You Study It? ChaptersThe Politics of an OligarchyAutocracy as a Historical Political SystemTheocracy as a Form of Government?Democracy: the Best Worst SolutionStudying Political HistoryHistory as a social science explores many aspects of life throughout the ages: economics history, intellectual innovation, and politics. In this, it is similar to sociology, except that the humanities branch including political history doesn’t study modern societies, it studies the different types of political thought throughout the centuries, the political manoeuvering of historical figures as well as various types of political upheaval (revolutions, coups, putsches etc…)Historical research in political history also studies political interaction, meaning that it crosses over to military history and diplomatic history - the various types of political ties formed between nations and their impact on inner politics and international relations.One thing you should consider is that, both from the point of view of cu ltural history and anthropology, politics and bureaucracy do not necessarily go hand in hand. Many so-called “primitive” societies without their own system of writing or political institutions such as a parliament still exhibit political behaviour and have their own system of governance and political philosophy, often steeped in their moral and cultural values and traditions.In this article, we’ll give an overview of some of the more common political systems and the different historical iterations they come in.new ideologies were sought and toward the end of the eighteenth century, the participation of the people became the ideal political philosophy. This lead to various forms of Constitutional monarchies (older in England and successful, less so in France just prior to the Revolution), many of them in the nineteenth century, then to actual democracies.  The process was finished in the twentieth century, with no absolute monarchy left in Europe.Louis XIV of France is often co nsidered the poster boy of absolute monarchy. Photo credit: Hyacinthe Rigaud on WikimediaHowever, even with the advent of globalization, there are still some absolute monarchies in the world today - Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman and Brunei in the Arabic Peninsula, and Swaziland in Africa.ElectoratesElectorates are a form of absolute monarchy in which the monarch does not descend from a single ruling family but instead is elected from one of many aristocratic or royal families by an electoral college. This was the case in the Holy Roman Empire where the Prince-Electors chose the next Emperor from among their midst by means of an election. So theoretically a new emperor was not necessarily the son of the old - though, from 1440 onward, they were all from the House of Habsburg, and the elective role of the college was merely to ratify the usual course of succession.DespotismA despot usually designates an autocrat who is - either truly or symbolically - elected by the peo ple. Some despots are elected democratically to the presidency of their country and then seize power and disenfranchise any regulatory instances, others have rigged or single-party elections that ensure that they stay in power while symbolically giving the people a sense of political participation.However, many a despotic regime also came to power through a political or military coup.They are not monarchies mostly because they are not (officially) hereditary, although many a despot has had his son “elected” to office after him.Many despots use ideological means to stay in power, with political propaganda and information manipulation and control playing an important role to limit criticism of their regime.elections (or their equivalent) can be direct (President elected by the people), party-based (the strongest party in parliament provides the president/chancellor etc.) or through an  electoral college (a system only the American government pretends to understand).RepublicA repub lic is not a separate form of democracy, but simply designates any type of state in which government is considered a public matter rather than the sole province of a monarch or despot.Constitutional monarchiesConstitutional monarchies are systems of government in which the Head of State is nominally or politically a monarch - someone whose right to  rule is determined through birthright - but the actual governing and lawmaking is done by a parliament or other elected body whose representatives are elected by the people. Many monarchies became constitutional monarchies in the late 19th century or early 20th as a reaction against the emergence of a new sort of nationalism in which citizens wanted some say in government.The exact role and political power of the monarch is regulated by the constitution, ranging from Morocco, where the king retains executive powers (though lessened with the reform of 2011) to monarchies such as Britain and Sweden where the monarch’s power is extremely limited, playing a mostly representative role in global politics.Direct democracy vs. representative democraciesIn political science, a difference is made between direct and representative democracy.In a representative democracy, citizens elect representatives that make policy and decide on laws and other governmental acts. This body of representatives is often divided into two houses elected according to different principles (population vs. area, or equal representation, or party etc.) and can be divided between the legislative an executive branches. They can be called a parliament, congress, senate, or any number of different names, but the important factor is that the people have representation by members of a political party they feel corresponds to their personal ideology. Interestingly, the idea of “left” and “right”-wing parties emerged from the seating of representatives in the parliament of the first French Republic, right after the Revolution - to the left or the r ight of the political leader.In direct democracies, the people vote directly on legislation, possibly electing one or two leaders for the executive branch of government. This is the form of government found in classical Athens, where every citizen attended sessions of parliament where they would debate the questions of the day and voted via secret ballot with stones in urns. Of course, Athens was only one city with a bit of countryside attached, and citizenship only applied to free landowning males (feminism wasn’t invented yet), so the amount of people present at any one session was not overly excessive. Another historical example for direct democracy are pirate ships. On many filibusters, the captain was elected democratically and many decisions, such as where to go next and how to divide the booty, was decided by vote.In Athens, citizens could vote to exile someone by writing their name on shards of pottery and dropping them in an urn. Photo credit: Pilar Torres on VisualhuntTo day, direct democracy is usually only occasionally practised in the form of referendums on important affairs - EU applicants have to have a referendum before joining officially, and we all know what happened with Britain’s last attempt at direct democracy.CommunismCommunism is interesting in that the political theory of communism is impossible without the economic theories behind it.Communism is often confused with socialism:While all communists are socialistsNot all socialists are communistsSocialism posits a welfare state - that is to say, socialists consider it to be the responsibility of the state to look after its citizens. To what extent depends on the individual philosophy - but most socialists agree that basic care - health care, a certain minimal unemployment and a right to basic education and foodstuff - is a governmental responsibility. The important aspect is that it’s a form of  state-run insurance, with all citizens paying into a pot that’s then redistributed.Soc ialism can exist within capitalism - the most common form of economy among democracies. Communism, however, needs a completely different framework.In communism, there is no personal ownership - of anything. Everything is owned communally and distributed to those who need it. It is often propagated as the rule of the working class. As French philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau had already understood, it works best on a local level. A whole communally-owned state needs a political structure, which inevitably leads to the creation of a political elite. Oddly enough, while the theoretical structure of communist nations is a democracy, most of them turn into dictatorships, with a single charismatic personality at their heads until he dies.Communism at a local level existed in many so-called primitive societies, in which most goods were communally owned and resources distributed according to need.Studying Political HistoryUniversities rarely offer political history as a separate subject. Ho wever, if you are interested in the intellectual history of politics, there are ways you can still find out more about it by studying on an interdisciplinary level.If you are interested in the political events that formed (and destroyed) nations, become a historian and study ancient history, modern history or archaeology. Undergraduates learn about the different cultures and the social systems, and the libraries are excellent for research on political events.If you are interested in the schools of thought behind political systems and decisions, why not study philosophy? Though often considered a purely intellectual pursuit, philosophy has influenced political thinking for millennia, whether the religious philosophy found in Latin texts of the Medieval and Renaissance periods, the philosophers of the Enlightenment or Machiavelli in early modern times, or modern political thinkers such as Foucault in the twentieth century. Anyone interested in comparative politics and ethical question s in politics would do well to study the philosophical thought behind the political systems. A graduate student in philosophy understands the conflict behind the different methodological views of politics and can analyze their pros and cons - though no-one has yet found the perfect system.If you are more interested in studying how political history impacted modern society and politics - the rise of liberalism, the differentiation between legislative and executive powers, analytical views on the impact of political decisions on the economy and social history or the interaction of world powers in international politics - consider a Political Science major. A number of universities in the UK have political science courses on their curriculum.Read more about studying History in the UK.

Learn Biology The Best Opportunities for Studying Biology across the UK

Learn Biology The Best Opportunities for Studying Biology across the UK Find Yourself a Biology Course in the UK. ChaptersThe Joys of Learning BiologyChoosing the Right Biology CourseBiology Classes in LondonStudying Biology in ManchesterTop Options for Learning Biology in BirminghamBiology Courses in LeedsTackling Biology in GlasgowIf you are in the UK and hoping to learn biology, you have come to the right place. Here, we outline some of the best options for studying the biological sciences up and down the country â€" at whatever level you may be at.If you are prospective undergraduate hoping to find the best degree course through which to get a rigorous academic qualification, or a high school student looking for a great place for revision; an adult seeking an extra string to add to your bow of qualifications or a casual learner after a one-off biology lecture â€" you’ll find what you are looking for here.This list has some of the best educational institutions in the country â€" from universities to revision classes to further education colleges. And with the great biology teaching that the y offer, you are sure to gain the skills and knowledge that you need to succeed. MahimaBiology Teacher 5.00 (10) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AndyBiology Teacher 5.00 (2) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AlishaBiology Teacher 5.00 (10) £9/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SaifBiology Teacher 5.00 (9) £22/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors FrankBiology Teacher 5.00 (8) £90/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HeavenliBiology Teacher £9/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SiobhanBiology Teacher £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MackenzieBiology Teacher 5.00 (2) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsThe Joys of Learning BiologyBiology is a discipline of amazing breadth and diversity, spanning from the great biological systems of plants, animals, and other living organisms to the microscopic life at the level of microorganisms and bacteria. It ranges from what we call conservation biology â€" the study of m echanisms to protect ecology and ecosystems â€" to cellular and molecular biology, the study of the tiniest things that make up our organism and life on Earth.Within this, there is space for everyone to study what they love, from the politics of biodiversity and neuroscience to the chemistry and physics at the basis of molecular science, photosynthesis, or bioinformatics. There’s mathematics, geography, and animal behaviour too.If any of these interest you, a course in biology may well inspire you to consider any of the careers in biology. From laboratory research to work in academia, teaching, medicine, or environmental policy, there are many options for professional work in the sciences. And some biology qualifications will of course be necessary for all of these.Biology covers everything from these blood cells to rainforests stretching thousands of miles.Choosing the Right Biology CourseWhen you look at the different options to study biology â€" whether that’s for a science d egree or for the study of life at any other level â€" you will find many institutions offering very similar options. This means lots of places offering A Levels and GCSEs, lots of higher education institutions, and lots of different private tutors.The main thing that you should consider when enrolling in any of these is that you are comfortable in the school and that you warm to and trust the teachers. Because, at the end of the day, your teacher is the one that will determine whether you want to study your subject at all.So, make sure that you take a look around whichever school, college, or university you are interested in before you commit. Whilst this might seem obvious with universities â€" considering the amount of open days there are â€" when you are considering revision classes or private tuition, the advice is precisely the same.Good luck! We hope you find what you are looking for.Biology Classes in LondonLondon is one of the best places in the world to study the life scien ce. With some of the most important biological science institutions in the country â€" if not on the planet â€" it will not disappoint you. And that’s whether you want to study microbiology, organ systems, or environmental biology - or anything else for that matter.For more detail on the options available to budding students of biology, check out our piece on biology courses in London.Biology Revision ClassesFor those currently studying biology at GCSE or A Level, the UK’s capital has plenty of options for extra revision. Active primarily during the Easter school break, institutions like Mander Portman Woodward or PMT Courses provide intensive, high-quality courses in different locations across London.So, no matter which exam board or qualification you are studying for, these revision classes will have you covering everything from genetics to biochemistry to evolutionary theory â€" all in a busy week.PMT, in association with IntoUniversity, has some free spaces on their courses, so check them out!Adult Education in BiologyIt’s not just kids that have the opportunity to learn about evolution, human physiology, or genomics. Rather, London has plenty of opportunities for adult learners too.Try out the City of Westminster College, which offers A Levels and GCSEs to adults. Or the City and Islington College, which offers a range of practical courses including Access to Higher Education Diplomas. These are for those budding undergraduates who do not yet have the prerequisite qualifications.Become a Professional BiologistIf you are dead set on a career in biology â€" if you can see yourself working in a biology lab â€" you will need to take an undergraduate degree in your subject. Whilst the majority of higher education institutions in London offer these, Imperial College London is probably the best for the sciences.Here you will study in depth the extent of your subject, covering everything from animal physiology to immunology, from ecosystem management to evo lutionary biology. At the same time, this will prepare you, if you so wish, for graduate study and ultimately for postdoctoral research.Study animals and plants in a biology course. MahimaBiology Teacher 5.00 (10) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AndyBiology Teacher 5.00 (2) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AlishaBiology Teacher 5.00 (10) £9/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SaifBiology Teacher 5.00 (9) £22/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors FrankBiology Teacher 5.00 (8) £90/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HeavenliBiology Teacher £9/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SiobhanBiology Teacher £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MackenzieBiology Teacher 5.00 (2) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsStudying Biology in ManchesterIf you’re not a Londoner, don’t fret. Manchester has some great opportunities too for studying biology. Here, we look at two options â€" biology revision for kids and adult lear ning opportunities â€" but you can find more information about biology lessons in Manchester in our dedicated article on the subject.A Levels and GCSEs in BiologyFor those Mancunians looking for an opportunity to consolidate their learning before their biology examinations, there is A Level Revision UK. These guys run revision classes at Manchester Metropolitan University, throughout Easter, and here you will cover everything from the ecological to the organismal, from the microbial to the biochemical.Biology in Action also run revision days in Manchester, but these are designed to be more inspirational than comprehensive.Biology for AdultsManchester is a great place for adults to study biology â€" at A Level or diploma level. These courses cover the basics of general biology for people who return to the subject later in life.The courses are inspiring, well-taught, and guaranteed to get your enjoying and understanding everything from population genetics to cell biology.Search for A level biology tutors  now.Top Options for Learning Biology in BirminghamBirmingham, as another of the major UK cities, is another great place to study. If you are after a postgraduate research project in biology or a private tutor to help you through your A Level exams in chemistry or physics, there is something here for you.Check out our full article on learning biology in Birmingham for more.High School and College BiologyBirmingham is another city in which MPW has a school, so if you’re living in this city you can take advantage of the quality, reliable revision classes to get yours through your GCSE and A Level exams.If, on the other hand, you are looking for an A Level to study, you could do much worse than the South and City College, which has eight campuses spread across the city. Here, you can learn everything you need from the A Level biology curriculum and prepare yourself for a biology degree at the same time.Private Biology TuitionWhilst this could go under any city, y ou may find that you prefer to learn with a private tutor. These give you a greater flexibility and a personal attention to human biology, plant physiology, or cellular biology â€" or whatever it is you are struggling with!Superprof is a great place to find such a tutor, with hundreds of expert teachers scattered across the country as well as in Birmingham too.Understand the processes that create our DNA in a biology course at university.Biology Courses in LeedsThe options in Leeds are just as broad, with opportunities to study ecology and evolution or cell structure at any level, pace, or age.For more, click through to our specific article on biology courses in Leeds.Biology RevisionIf you are struggling with any of the biology topics in high school biology, you could try attending a revision course in Leeds. Justin Craig Education and EducateFirst are two brilliant institutions offering such courses â€" and you can study for general chemistry, mathematics, or English courses too.W hilst Justin Craig is based just outside Leeds, its combination of quality teaching and age-old expertise promises that they will have you fluent in zoology, population biology, or other parts of modern biology in no time.Studying Biology at UniversityThose interested in pursuing a career in botany, biophysics, or marine biology will need to consider undergraduate research at a higher education institution. Try the biology department at the University of Leeds for such opportunities in the city.Make sure you check out the prerequisites before you seek admission.Look up for biology tuition now.Tackling Biology in GlasgowLast but not least, we have Glasgow, a city which, like the others, has plenty of options to engage academically with the diversity of life. Check out the University of Glasgow’s department of biology, make your own scientific discoveries at the Glasgow Science Centre, or go over the basics of human disease in a revision class.For more information on study options f or biology in Glasgow, follow the link.Remote Learning OpportunitiesFor those interested in exploring the science of living things and living systems at degree level, but who do not have the space in their schedule to attend university full time, don’t forget that you can explore the options for online biology degrees with the Open University.These are just as comprehensive as those you study in person â€" and just as well-regarded â€" and you will cover everything from cell and molecular biology to population ecology. This is a great option for learners up and down the country.

How to Stand Up to the Boss (And Not Get Fired) - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / How to Stand Up to the Boss (And Not Get Fired) - Introvert Whisperer How to Stand Up to the Boss (And Not Get Fired) As things go, one of the more difficult things to do is to confront or push back on the boss.   A lot of people won’t do it because they fear it would cause them to get fired or minimally get on the bad side of the Boss. While it’s an understandable concern, its also unfounded.   Your brain is making up false assumptions appearing as real (F.E.A.R.).   Unless you know without a doubt that your boss is too sensitive for well-executed confrontation, you need to add this to your toolkit. Let’s first look at reasons why Standing Up to the Boss, can be a good skill: a) The Boss isn’t always right   No one is ever 100% right all the time. On those occasions when the Boss is about ready to drive you or others over the metaphorical cliff, you are obligated to say something. b) Self-respect   You teach people how to treat you and if you allow the Boss (or anyone) to trample on your values, you are teaching them to disrespect you. Also, they will respect you for standing up for yourself. c) Unaware   You can’t assume the Boss knows all the facts or factors impacted by a decision. The Boss may make a decision that has consequences that they simply don’t know or understand.   The world is so complex these days that you can never fully grasp all of the implications of some decisions.   Do the Boss a favor and let them know. d) Not a mind reader If you were somehow ignored, disregarded or otherwise personally impacted by something the Boss did: you might be upset and they may be completely clueless.   This is not the time for passive-aggressive comments.   Those are unhelpful and often more offensive than coming right out and airing your grievance. Also, many people are very unaware that their behavior might be taken negatively so you will be helping the Boss to develop greater insight into their own actions. Let’s look at things you can do to confront the Boss and keep your job: i) Keep it private One of the reasons why anyone including the Boss will think you’re a jerk is to air your concerns in public. Always take any confrontation into a private setting.   It will be safer for you both to fully explore whatever concerns you have if they aren’t trying to “save-face”. ii) Keep it unemotional   Being emotional when you confront them will only set up the situation to go poorly. All humans have an innate tendency to mirror the person they are with.   If you approach them in a red-faced rant, you will be met with the same or worse.   Do your confronting when you can be level headed. iii) Don’t make it personal   Don’t do or say anything that disparages the Boss. Focus totally on whatever the issue is and leave personality out of it.   Also, don’t make the assumption that whatever your issue is was done specifically to negatively impact you.   Even if a decision did negatively impact you, the decision was made for different reasons. iv) Focus on the issue Approach the Boss as if you are there to solve a problem. If you focus on problem-solving, you will greatly avoid the Boss getting offended. v) Be specific You must present the issue in very specific terms. If you are too general or vague, you have nothing to solve and cause more confusion that you intend. vi) Talk about impact If there is a problem that impacts you or the business, make sure to outline what the impact is to whatever problem you bring to them. vii) Stay upbeat It helps to take a positive view of working with the boss to create a solution. viii) Accountability   Make sure that when you have reached solutions that you build in follow-up to keep you both accountable to each other in the process. ix) Pick your timing and your battles Just like with anything else you know timing can be everything. Don’t do something like confronting the Boss when they are ready to head out the door or in the middle of a crisis.   Also, keep in mind that not all issues are worthy of the confrontation compared to other issues you do want resolution on. x) Make the Boss your partner. Take the perspective that you are both there to get the work done and enjoy it at the same time.   If you can develop this skillset, you will be well regarded by every Boss you will have. Photo Credit â€" Pexels.com This article was originally published on CareerMetis. Go to top It comes down to your Strategic Relationships and understanding of how you build each one of these elements. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my video that outlines all of this and meaningful actions you can take today!  Start watching now by clicking here! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer

College Admissions The Early App

College Admissions The Early App ACT SAT Prep and College Admissions Blog If you're a college senior or junior, then you probably know that many colleges offer an early application option. There are two main types of early options: early action and early decision. The deadlines for these applications are usually in late October or early November, so now if you are a senior in college now is the time to make the move! For juniors or underclassmen, keep this in mind for the future. The difference between early action and early decision is the degree of commitment that they require. An early action application will let you hear back early from the school that you send it to, and if you are accepted you will have the choice to attend or not. An early decision application will also let you hear back early, but if you are accepted by the school that you send it to, then you are required to attend that school. It's almost definitely a good idea to send in one or two early action applications as long as you have your application materials, such as your essay and recommendation letters, almost ready to go. Deciding whether to complete any early decision applications is harder, even though you can only do one, because it means choosing one school that you know you prefer above all others. If there is a school that is your clear favorite, that you have done all your research on and visited if possible, then you should go ahead with the early decision application. The early decision application shows the university you send it to that you are very interested in attending, which is something that they value. In general, acceptance rates are much higher from the early decision application pool than from the general application pool. So, if your top choice is also a bit of a reach school, an early decision application can give you a leg up. A few things to remember if you decide to complete an early application: 1. You will probably be asked to submit your grades for the first quarter of your senior year. You need to make sure those grades are what you want them to be before you make your early application. If you need time to pull your grades up, wait for the regular deadline to apply. 2. You won't find out the results until mid-December. Most regular college admissions deadlines are only shortly after that (typically around January 1st) and you will have the holiday season coming up, so you should still move ahead with your other applications while you're waiting to hear. 3. There's another option: rolling admissions. There are some schools, usually large state universities, that don't have an early deadline or a regular deadline. Instead, they accept applications from October through February or March, and decide on people as they get their applications. If you apply on the early end of the rolling range, you have a better chance of being accepted.

English Phrasal Verbs Cut Down

English Phrasal Verbs Cut Down Have you ever cut down a tree? Has anyone ever cut you down? Are you trying to cut down on anything? To cut down is yet another of the seemingly endless English phrasal verbs that have multiple, and seemingly unrelated, meanings.Click here to register for a free trial English class via Skype with a Native English SpeakerUsed to describe the action of causing something to fall or be removed by cutting it at its base (especially used with trees), is probably where this phrasal verb makes the most sense. For instance:We cut the tree in our back yard down after it was struck by lightening. Someone cut this tree down.Someone cut down all the flowers that were growing in the park. When someone cuts someone else down, this can have a few meanings. It can mean that someone was killed by a weapon or a disease, for instance:The police man was cut down by a gun shot.Disease has cut down the bird population.It can also mean to make someone feel less significant or important, usually by verbal r idicule. For instance:In his speech, the President cut down senators who doubted him. That night, a comedian cut down the president for his treatment of the senators. Finally, when we say we want to cut down on something, it means to do less of something. Usually, its used related to unhealthy activities. For instance:Im trying to cut down on sugar. My friend is trying to cut down on smoking. Id like to cut down on my internet time. The video below is for Johnny Cashs song Gods Gonna Cut You Down. The refrain is Sooner or later Godll cut you down. What do you think it means in this context?Ok, theres cut down, another tough phrasal verb added to the list. Let us know if there are any phrasal verbs that you find difficult, and we will feature it in our blog.

Mansfield Independent School District Facts (Infographic)

Mansfield Independent School District Facts (Infographic) Learn more about Mansfield Independent School District:Facts You Didn't Know About Mansfield Independent School District - An infographic by the team atFrogTutoring Mansfield TutorsTo embed this infographic about Facts You Didn't Know About Mansfield Independent School District on your website, copy and paste the code below:Essential Facts About Mansfield Independent School DistrictSchools Enrollment Infographic for Mansfield ISD:Facts You Didn't Know About Mansfield Independent School District - An infographic by the team atFrogTutoring Mansfield TutorsTo embed this infographic about Schools Enrollment at Mansfield Independent School District on your website, copy and paste the code below:Essential Facts About Mansfield Independent School DistrictTest Scores Success Rates for Mansfield ISD:Facts You Didn't Know About Mansfield Independent School District - An infographic by the team atFrogTutoring Mansfield TutorsTo embed this infographic about Tests Success Rates at Mansfield I ndependent School District on your website, copy and paste the code below:Essential Facts About Mansfield Independent School DistrictMoney More Infographic About Mansfield ISD: The educational technology platform Frog Tutoring completed its study of metrics that matter within Mansfield Independent School District and has created an infographic detailing the basic facts and figures every Mansfield ISD parent, student, and prospective student should know about the district. Graduation rate, state test scores, ratio of students to teachers, and percentage of students receiving free lunches are numbers that are key to understanding MISD as a whole.Here's a taste of the kind of facts you can find in the infographic: As of 2013-2014, Mansfield Independent School District had an enrollment of 32,735 students. That's more than the combined enrollment of Texas Christian University and Southern Methodist University!Learn more about Mansfield Independent School District:Facts You Didn't Know About Mansfield Independent School District - An infographic by the team atFrogTutoring Mansfield TutorsTo embed this infographic about Facts You Didn't Know About Mansfield Indep endent School District on your website, copy and paste the code below:Essential Facts About Mansfield Independent School DistrictSchools Enrollment Infographic for Mansfield ISD:Facts You Didn't Know About Mansfield Independent School District - An infographic by the team atFrogTutoring Mansfield TutorsTo embed this infographic about Schools Enrollment at Mansfield Independent School District on your website, copy and paste the code below:Essential Facts About Mansfield Independent School DistrictTest Scores Success Rates for Mansfield ISD:Facts You Didn't Know About Mansfield Independent School District - An infographic by the team atFrogTutoring Mansfield TutorsTo embed this infographic about Tests Success Rates at Mansfield Independent School District on your website, copy and paste the code below:Essential Facts About Mansfield Independent School DistrictMoney More Infographic About Mansfield ISD:Facts You Didn't Know About Mansfield Independent School District - An infogra phic by the team atFrogTutoring Mansfield TutorsTo embed this infographic about Money More at Mansfield Independent School District on your website, copy and paste the code below:Essential Facts About Mansfield Independent School District

Mastering the Arts of Tutoring

Mastering the Arts of Tutoring Teacher has always been a responsible person in the society. Therefore, it is necessary for him to bestow expert  knowledge to his disciples. Today tutoring is not only a profession, but it has become a business. However, to do this you should also have qualities of a good personal tutor. If you are adept at teaching, you have more chances to increase your income and to become a recognized teacher. However, along with the earning part you should never forget that you are responsible to make a responsible citizen of your country. The students who do not get the proper guidance often come with the queries- “find me a tutor” or I look for a  tutor. Today, the education system is so developed that you can receive educational facility sitting at your house without wasting your time. There is online tutor, private tutor, and personal tutor available everywhere. For a good tutor, he should possess qualities as described under: Patience: As there are different types of educator ranging from online tutor to a personal tutor, they all should have a strong patience. Patience is particularly crucial for a good tutor, many times, it happens that a student is not able to understand a problem or maybe he is a low student. In that case, personal tutor should be helping and make him learns things logical wise. A private tutor needs a high level of patience, as he is the only person who is a guide for his student. The student is wholly dependent on him. Ability to teach: Being a tutor, you should know the principles of teaching. You should be soft spoken  and friendly to your student so that he does not hesitate to ask his problems. An online tutor requires  this capability to teach his student, as he is not in direct contact with the student. Therefore, this is a time  taking process to build a strong tuning between you and your student. A private tutor and personal tutor should  also take this quality, as he has to make his students understand the things clearly and quickly. Maturity: It is extremely useful for a tutor, he should be mature enough to make his students understand the  things and develop practical and healthy relationship. Maturity is seen when your student automatically follows  you and respects you. Maturity level is particularly crucial for online tutors, home tutors as well as for private tutors. Maturity is when you win the confidence of parents that you are guiding their child in the right direction. Commonsense: Being a tutor, you should own this quality, this helps in getting the attention of student and  understanding the psychology of student. Morality: Morality is what the teacher are respected for. Teachers are the one who guide the students  to follow upstanding moral. For an online tutor, it is essential that he makes a terrific relationship with his student; student loves to study with such online tutor. For a private tutor, he should be friendlier so that he may take his student’s problem and solve them effectively. There are many sites to assist students to get the best online tutor, private tutor and personal tutor.