Summer School - Things to Do in Strongsville

Summer School - Things to Do in StrongsvilleAtlanta's famous string of beaches are located at the south end of the Atlanta area and the region of Strongsville. When you visit this part of Georgia, you will find that this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a great vacation. If you take advantage of the many scholarships offered by the city of Atlanta, you will find that you will get a full tuition reimbursement for your next semester at school.Many students prefer to use their summer vacation to study at Atlanta's universities, as opposed to taking up a summer position at a local hotel. For students who wish to visit the city and see the beach as well as enjoy a number of nearby attractions, one of the best cities in Georgia to enjoy your vacation is Strongsville.You can easily book your accommodations and travel to Strongsville and spend a relaxing weekend in the beautiful and lush scenery of the city. If you are looking for activities that are both fun and educational, there ar e plenty of options available to you. If you choose to spend the day visiting museums, you will be able to enjoy great exhibits and great music. If you prefer to spend the day reading at the library, you will also be able to enjoy quality materials.Whether you are traveling with children or with adults, you will find that you can enjoy the fun and entertainment that are at the heart of the Strongsville culture. If you are looking for something a little more challenging, there are plenty of educational activities at the library that you can participate in.In addition to the great resources that you will find in Strongsville, you will find that it is located in a lovely area where you can explore the waterfront. If you want to visit the best in architecture, architecture tours are available in town and will allow you to see some of the best buildings in the city.Whether you are searching for a vacation spot that is family friendly or more quiet, it is likely that Strongsville will pro vide you with everything you need. There are a number of tourist attractions that are located close to the city, so you can avoid the crowds in the city center.The people of Strongsville are extremely welcoming and easy to get along with. Enjoy your vacation to this gorgeous city and spend time at the beach.

The ACT and SAT What Should You Do With Your Scores

The ACT and SAT What Should You Do With Your Scores ACT SAT Prep and College Admissions Blog College admissions tests are hard! No matter how well you prepared for them the first time, you may not have gotten the score you wanted on your first try. Many people retake the tests at least once in order to learn from their mistakes and improve their scores. It's definitely a good idea to take either test up to 3 times- a higher standardized test score can play a fairly big role in your college admissions results, so don't feel like you have to accept the first score you get. On the other hand, everyone has their own limitations, so there's no point in taking the tests over and over again if your scores are not significantly improving.Once you've taken the test a few times and gotten a score that you're happy with, you might be wondering what to do about reporting that college admissions test score. Both the ACT and SAT allow students to choose which scores are reported, so no university will have to see a score that you don't want them to see.However, both tests also offer students the ability to choose a few universities to automatically send test scores to while they are taking the test. Think carefully about whether you want to do this before you go into the test, because you can't un-send the scores once you have filled out that opt ion on the test. If you automatically send your scores each time you take the test, then your colleges of choice will see every score you receive. Sending later will cost you more, but it will also give you more control.If you do hold off on sending your scores, you will be faced with a choice: should you only send in your best scores, or should you choose to send more? Naturally, you want any college that you are applying to to see the highest test scores you received. But depending on your other application materials, it may actually be in your best interests to send in a lower score as well.Sending in an early test score and a later, better score shows colleges that you care a lot about college admissions and will work to improve yourself. There are situations in which it can be beneficial to send this message, especially if your high school grades are not as good as they could be. Demonstrating to colleges that you have taken multiple standardized tests and improved your score w ill signal to them that you are planning to take academics more seriously from now on.If you have a good college counselor or guidance counselor, it might help to discuss this decision with them. And regardless, remember that your test scores are only one part of your college application-- your admission will depend on the full portrait that you paint of yourself!

Life Advice to Share with Your High School Students

Life Advice to Share with Your High School Students High school is a transformative time for students. Theres the obvious focus of preparing for college (and deciding if and where to go), and so many lessons to be learned along the way. Whatever subject you teach, keep in mind that your students will benefit most of all from your support and encouragement. Here are a few words of wisdom to share as they navigate the journey: Be a sponge. The stress of planning out life is real, but your students should focus more on being open to learning new things and willing to stretch themselves. Ask for advice. High school students dont always realize how many knowledgeable people are all around them. Remind your students that reaching out to teachers, parents, family friends, and others will offer them many new perspectives. Pursue sincere interests. Getting involved in something is worthwhile, but tell your students not to do so solely for the resume. They should join activities that sound like fun and interesting opportunities to grow and learn. Dont worry if you dont have it all figured out. Some students have had their hearts set on a career path since they were eight years old, while others apply to college with no major in mind. Some students may even choose not to attend college in favor of a trade school or other path. Any of these scenarios is fine. Let your students know that high school and college are their chance to explore. Be yourself. There are many social pressures in high school. Teach your students that fitting in isnt as important as they think. Encourage them to look inward, not outward, to decide who they want to be, and to surround themselves with people who accept them as they are. Theyll be happier in the long run.

How These Sisters Contrasting Perspectives Have Led to Success in Kumon

How These Sisters’ Contrasting Perspectives Have Led to Success in Kumon How These Sisters’ Contrasting Perspectives Have Led to Success in Kumon Sisters Reyshum and Naveen are complete opposites. Reyshum prefers long hair, but Naveen keeps hers short. Reyshum enjoys the challenge  of competitive swimming,  while Naveen enjoys the freedom of hip hop dancing. Reyshum loves Kumon, but Naveen dislikes having to do worksheets every day. Despite their differences, they both agree on one thingâ€"Kumon works. Naveen is a bit of a free spirit. Her favorite activity is dancing. When asked why she prefers dance to other pursuits, she said, “I really love dance because you get to let it out, you get to be free, and you get to be yourself.” Perhaps it’s no surprise that someone with Naveen’s personality would complain about Kumon. After all, daily work doesn’t exactly scream, “freedom.” However, Naveen has excelled in the Kumon Program, and acknowledges that it’s made school much easier for her. She doesn’t have to worry about schoolwork since Kumon has helped her get ahead of her peers. While her classmates are still completing their work, she gets to read or do something else she likes, since she typically finishes before everyone else. Naveen may complain about having to do Kumon every day, but she would still recommend the program to her friends. She knows it will benefit her when she’s older, allowing her to do any job she chooses. In the short term, Kumon allows her to overcome challenges, and has taught her the value of practice. She can move through the program as slowly or quickly as she needs, depending on how well she grasps what she’s studying. Ultimately, she understands that the daily commitment to Kumon will give her more time to pursue her passions, which is truly priceless. Reyshum didn’t have as much difficulty adjusting to Kumon’s daily work as her sister. In fact, she proudly flaunts her love for the programâ€"sometimes to Naveen’s detriment. When Reyshum finishes her Kumon each day, she walks past her dad with her bag clearly displayed, reminding him to check that Naveen also completed her work. Kumon has shown Reyshum the benefits of hard work and perseverance. “In kindergarten they taught me [to] try, try again. And I didnt really understand what that meant until I started Kumon,” said Reyshum. Kumon really clicked for Reyshum when she began studying concepts she hadn’t already seen in school. The first time she saw long division, she was nervous. Not knowing whether she was completing the problems correctly was intimidating, but getting the answers right was invigorating. By trying again and again, she realized she would eventually figure out the right answer, even to the most difficult problems. Even though Reyshum and Naveen approach Kumon with completely different perspectives and attitudes, they both appreciate how much the program has helped them. Their differing personalities and learning styles are easily accommodated by Kumon’s individualized approach, leading to success for both sisters. With their contrasting views, good grades might be their biggest similarity! Discover more Kumon student stories. You might also be interested in: Overcoming Obstacles and Achieving Success with Kumon Meet Angela and Christina, Sisters Who Benefited from Kumon in Completely Different Ways Motivation is the Key to this Kumon Student’s Success Finding the motivation to continue learning during the summer can be a challenge. 13-year-old Kumon dual program completer shares advice on perseverance. How These Sisters’ Contrasting Perspectives Have Led to Success in Kumon How These Sisters’ Contrasting Perspectives Have Led to Success in Kumon Sisters Reyshum and Naveen are complete opposites. Reyshum prefers long hair, but Naveen keeps hers short. Reyshum enjoys the challenge  of competitive swimming,  while Naveen enjoys the freedom of hip hop dancing. Reyshum loves Kumon, but Naveen dislikes having to do worksheets every day. Despite their differences, they both agree on one thingâ€"Kumon works. Naveen is a bit of a free spirit. Her favorite activity is dancing. When asked why she prefers dance to other pursuits, she said, “I really love dance because you get to let it out, you get to be free, and you get to be yourself.” Perhaps it’s no surprise that someone with Naveen’s personality would complain about Kumon. After all, daily work doesn’t exactly scream, “freedom.” However, Naveen has excelled in the Kumon Program, and acknowledges that it’s made school much easier for her. She doesn’t have to worry about schoolwork since Kumon has helped her get ahead of her peers. While her classmates are still completing their work, she gets to read or do something else she likes, since she typically finishes before everyone else. Naveen may complain about having to do Kumon every day, but she would still recommend the program to her friends. She knows it will benefit her when she’s older, allowing her to do any job she chooses. In the short term, Kumon allows her to overcome challenges, and has taught her the value of practice. She can move through the program as slowly or quickly as she needs, depending on how well she grasps what she’s studying. Ultimately, she understands that the daily commitment to Kumon will give her more time to pursue her passions, which is truly priceless. Reyshum didn’t have as much difficulty adjusting to Kumon’s daily work as her sister. In fact, she proudly flaunts her love for the programâ€"sometimes to Naveen’s detriment. When Reyshum finishes her Kumon each day, she walks past her dad with her bag clearly displayed, reminding him to check that Naveen also completed her work. Kumon has shown Reyshum the benefits of hard work and perseverance. “In kindergarten they taught me [to] try, try again. And I didnt really understand what that meant until I started Kumon,” said Reyshum. Kumon really clicked for Reyshum when she began studying concepts she hadn’t already seen in school. The first time she saw long division, she was nervous. Not knowing whether she was completing the problems correctly was intimidating, but getting the answers right was invigorating. By trying again and again, she realized she would eventually figure out the right answer, even to the most difficult problems. Even though Reyshum and Naveen approach Kumon with completely different perspectives and attitudes, they both appreciate how much the program has helped them. Their differing personalities and learning styles are easily accommodated by Kumon’s individualized approach, leading to success for both sisters. With their contrasting views, good grades might be their biggest similarity! Discover more Kumon student stories. You might also be interested in: Overcoming Obstacles and Achieving Success with Kumon Meet Angela and Christina, Sisters Who Benefited from Kumon in Completely Different Ways Motivation is the Key to this Kumon Student’s Success Finding the motivation to continue learning during the summer can be a challenge. 13-year-old Kumon dual program completer shares advice on perseverance.

Toscars ~ Awards For The Best Tutors

Toscars ~ Awards For The Best Tutors It is Oscar night at TutorZ around here we prefer to say Toscar night. Come again? A Toscar is a compound word which we made up by connecting the first letter of our company name T (for TutorZ) with the famous annual Academy Awards celebration in Hollywood Oscar. Yes, you guessed Toscar is a bit of a joke. After all TutorZ does not award talent for entertainment. Instead TutorZ rewards talent and dedication in education. Therefore, the TutorZ CEO Dirk Wagner coined the term Apple awards for being more appropriate in tutoring industry and in congruence with the tradition of the teaching history. This is because, the apple has been a traditional childrens gift for a teacher. In Europe and in the colonial United States students would put apples on their teachers desk as a form of payment or recognition. At TutorZ we put apples on the profile page of our tutors as an award??. Only our best tutors who distinguished themselves for serving our student and parent clientele with professionalism, creditable knowledge the subjects taught and adjusting their teaching style to the students needs will be recognized with the Apple award. ?Mr. Wagner created 3 ?types of Apple awards: the Green, Red and Gold Apple. The first award the Green Apple award is given to those tutors who have created and activated a complete profile, and responded quickly and professionally to their tutoring jobs. Out of our 40,000+ tutors only 474 tutors carry the Green Apple award. Listing our awards by increased value the Red Apple award comes next. These tutors have been consistently buying or declining your tutoring jobs, communicating effectively with students and have been hired by students or their parents on numerous occasions. Currently, there are 109 Red Apple awarded tutors. Finally, the Gold Apple award is bestowed upon only the most distinguished tutors. As of today, TutorZ has only 12 such decorated tutors. The Apple Awards have been made possible through our signal-based ranking algorithm says Dirk. It employs 28 signals to carefully assess a tutors behavior. If a tutor responds quickly to a student request, communicates professionally and receives positive feedback from the student she will go up in rank. And one more thing: Ranking and deploying signals is not just possible at Google chuckle. For more information about ranking and awards check out our page Ranking and Apple Awards. We wish our Apple awarded tutor an entertaining night and thank them for their distinguished tutoring service. Toscars ~ Awards For The Best Tutors It is Oscar night at TutorZ around here we prefer to say Toscar night. Come again? A Toscar is a compound word which we made up by connecting the first letter of our company name T (for TutorZ) with the famous annual Academy Awards celebration in Hollywood Oscar. Yes, you guessed Toscar is a bit of a joke. After all TutorZ does not award talent for entertainment. Instead TutorZ rewards talent and dedication in education. Therefore, the TutorZ CEO Dirk Wagner coined the term Apple awards for being more appropriate in tutoring industry and in congruence with the tradition of the teaching history. This is because, the apple has been a traditional childrens gift for a teacher. In Europe and in the colonial United States students would put apples on their teachers desk as a form of payment or recognition. At TutorZ we put apples on the profile page of our tutors as an award??. Only our best tutors who distinguished themselves for serving our student and parent clientele with professionalism, creditable knowledge the subjects taught and adjusting their teaching style to the students needs will be recognized with the Apple award. ?Mr. Wagner created 3 ?types of Apple awards: the Green, Red and Gold Apple. The first award the Green Apple award is given to those tutors who have created and activated a complete profile, and responded quickly and professionally to their tutoring jobs. Out of our 40,000+ tutors only 474 tutors carry the Green Apple award. Listing our awards by increased value the Red Apple award comes next. These tutors have been consistently buying or declining your tutoring jobs, communicating effectively with students and have been hired by students or their parents on numerous occasions. Currently, there are 109 Red Apple awarded tutors. Finally, the Gold Apple award is bestowed upon only the most distinguished tutors. As of today, TutorZ has only 12 such decorated tutors. The Apple Awards have been made possible through our signal-based ranking algorithm says Dirk. It employs 28 signals to carefully assess a tutors behavior. If a tutor responds quickly to a student request, communicates professionally and receives positive feedback from the student she will go up in rank. And one more thing: Ranking and deploying signals is not just possible at Google chuckle. For more information about ranking and awards check out our page Ranking and Apple Awards. We wish our Apple awarded tutor an entertaining night and thank them for their distinguished tutoring service.

Ask the Expert 5 Reasons Your Child Could Benefit from an Academic Enrichment Program

Ask the Expert 5 Reasons Your Child Could Benefit from an Academic Enrichment Program Ask the Expert: 5 Reasons Your Child Could Benefit from an Academic Enrichment Program Whether parents hope to have their early learners reading before kindergarten, are looking for a little extra help for their struggling student or want to give their children a competitive advantage in the classroom, there are many reasons why parents seek out academic enrichment programs. It’s true that children gain a wealth of knowledge from a variety of topics introduced at school, but some students could really benefit from additional academic programs. The goal of enrichment programs is to help students develop a love for learning, while demonstrating proficiency in academics. The programs also help children develop critical thinking skills and effective learning methods. Have you ever wondered if your children could benefit from an academic enrichment program? Here are five things to consider. 1) Kindergarten Readiness. Each year, four million curious minds enter kindergarten for the first time, eager to start elementary school just like the big kids. But what should kindergarteners know by the first day of school? This question is one of the most frequently asked by many parents of preschoolers. From following directions to working independently to academic skills, readiness for school is one of the most important factors in your child’s academic success. After-school academic enrichment programs, like Kumon, help preschoolers develop important skills, including the ability to work independently, identify sounds and letters, and strengthen fine motor skills. Parents even see their preschoolers showcase improved attentiveness, perseverance and time management. 2) Supplemental Education. If you think your child can do better than he did on his last report card, or if you’ve noticed a decline in his test scores, after-school academic enrichment programs are useful in filling learning gaps. They help children who may be struggling in a traditional classroom setting reach their maximum potential. Specialized programs can help find the root of the problem and then work not only to fix it, but also continue to help the child progress. This results in improved academic performance and attitude towards school. 3) Study Skills. Do you have concerns with your child’s time management skills? Have you noticed he puts off projects or postpones homework? An occasional delay can be expected, but consistent procrastination can be a sign of a larger issue. High-quality academic enrichment programs don’t just focus on the academics. They also help children learn how to learn properly. Throughout the process, students cultivate important work and study skills, like improved focus and concentration, perseverance, confidence and independence. 4) Confidence.It’s natural to be uncertain when learning a new concept. Remember the first time you tried to ride a bike? You probably didn’t feel very confident at first, but over time and with practice, you got better and faster. The key was practice, and like many things in life, practice nourishes success. We all want our children to be confident in anything they do, so it’s difficult when we see our children lack confidence in their academic performance. After-school academic enrichment programs can help children become self-assured, which will lead to more participation in the classroom. 5) Academic Advantage.  Do your children complain about being bored in school and show a desire for wanting to learn more? Some academic enrichment programs, like Kumon, allow children to advance based on their ability rather than their age or grade. This can result in children studying above their school grade level. Students studying above grade level usually have more positive attitudes towards school, improved concentration skills, better study habits, increased accuracy and the ability to work independently. In fact, research shows there are many benefits to studying above grade level. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, students reading above grade level in the 3rd grade are more likely to graduate from high school, and students who take advanced math courses are more likely to attend and graduate from college. When schools, families and community groups work together to support learning, children tend to do better in school and stay in school longer. Parents can support their child’s educational development by working with educators to support learning. Play an active role in your child’s education by knowing what they are studying and routinely communicating with their teacher. About the Author Dr. Mary Mokris, Ph.D., is the manager of the Materials Team at Kumon North America. She began her career at Kumon nearly 20 years ago as the director of a company-owned Kumon Center, instructing 200 math and reading students in Atlanta before being relocated to Kumon’s headquarters in Teaneck, N.J. Dr. Mokris led Kumon’s Reading Team, and worked to develop and revise the reading curriculum, which covers materials from preschool to high school. Prior to joining Kumon, Dr. Mokris was a tenured Associate Professor of English Language and Literature at Peru State College in Peru, Nebraska, for six years. Dr. Mokris holds a bachelor’s degree from Columbia University, a master’s from the University of Chicago, and a doctorate from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She also spent five years teaching at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro College and High Point University. Dr. Mokris is a regular presenter at conferences and symposiums and has pu blished numerous articles in a variety of academic publications. You might also be interested in: Harvard Bound Kumon Dual Program Completer Gives Advice on College Admissions Process Is your Child Ready for Kindergarten? Why is Dual Enrollment in Kumon Math and Reading Important? Slowing Down in the Face of Challenge is the Key to this Students Academic Success Ask the Expert 5 Reasons Your Child Could Benefit from an Academic Enrichment Program Ask the Expert: 5 Reasons Your Child Could Benefit from an Academic Enrichment Program Whether parents hope to have their early learners reading before kindergarten, are looking for a little extra help for their struggling student or want to give their children a competitive advantage in the classroom, there are many reasons why parents seek out academic enrichment programs. It’s true that children gain a wealth of knowledge from a variety of topics introduced at school, but some students could really benefit from additional academic programs. The goal of enrichment programs is to help students develop a love for learning, while demonstrating proficiency in academics. The programs also help children develop critical thinking skills and effective learning methods. Have you ever wondered if your children could benefit from an academic enrichment program? Here are five things to consider. 1) Kindergarten Readiness. Each year, four million curious minds enter kindergarten for the first time, eager to start elementary school just like the big kids. But what should kindergarteners know by the first day of school? This question is one of the most frequently asked by many parents of preschoolers. From following directions to working independently to academic skills, readiness for school is one of the most important factors in your child’s academic success. After-school academic enrichment programs, like Kumon, help preschoolers develop important skills, including the ability to work independently, identify sounds and letters, and strengthen fine motor skills. Parents even see their preschoolers showcase improved attentiveness, perseverance and time management. 2) Supplemental Education. If you think your child can do better than he did on his last report card, or if you’ve noticed a decline in his test scores, after-school academic enrichment programs are useful in filling learning gaps. They help children who may be struggling in a traditional classroom setting reach their maximum potential. Specialized programs can help find the root of the problem and then work not only to fix it, but also continue to help the child progress. This results in improved academic performance and attitude towards school. 3) Study Skills. Do you have concerns with your child’s time management skills? Have you noticed he puts off projects or postpones homework? An occasional delay can be expected, but consistent procrastination can be a sign of a larger issue. High-quality academic enrichment programs don’t just focus on the academics. They also help children learn how to learn properly. Throughout the process, students cultivate important work and study skills, like improved focus and concentration, perseverance, confidence and independence. 4) Confidence.It’s natural to be uncertain when learning a new concept. Remember the first time you tried to ride a bike? You probably didn’t feel very confident at first, but over time and with practice, you got better and faster. The key was practice, and like many things in life, practice nourishes success. We all want our children to be confident in anything they do, so it’s difficult when we see our children lack confidence in their academic performance. After-school academic enrichment programs can help children become self-assured, which will lead to more participation in the classroom. 5) Academic Advantage.  Do your children complain about being bored in school and show a desire for wanting to learn more? Some academic enrichment programs, like Kumon, allow children to advance based on their ability rather than their age or grade. This can result in children studying above their school grade level. Students studying above grade level usually have more positive attitudes towards school, improved concentration skills, better study habits, increased accuracy and the ability to work independently. In fact, research shows there are many benefits to studying above grade level. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, students reading above grade level in the 3rd grade are more likely to graduate from high school, and students who take advanced math courses are more likely to attend and graduate from college. When schools, families and community groups work together to support learning, children tend to do better in school and stay in school longer. Parents can support their child’s educational development by working with educators to support learning. Play an active role in your child’s education by knowing what they are studying and routinely communicating with their teacher. About the Author Dr. Mary Mokris, Ph.D., is the manager of the Materials Team at Kumon North America. She began her career at Kumon nearly 20 years ago as the director of a company-owned Kumon Center, instructing 200 math and reading students in Atlanta before being relocated to Kumon’s headquarters in Teaneck, N.J. Dr. Mokris led Kumon’s Reading Team, and worked to develop and revise the reading curriculum, which covers materials from preschool to high school. Prior to joining Kumon, Dr. Mokris was a tenured Associate Professor of English Language and Literature at Peru State College in Peru, Nebraska, for six years. Dr. Mokris holds a bachelor’s degree from Columbia University, a master’s from the University of Chicago, and a doctorate from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She also spent five years teaching at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro College and High Point University. Dr. Mokris is a regular presenter at conferences and symposiums and has pu blished numerous articles in a variety of academic publications. You might also be interested in: Harvard Bound Kumon Dual Program Completer Gives Advice on College Admissions Process Is your Child Ready for Kindergarten? Why is Dual Enrollment in Kumon Math and Reading Important? Slowing Down in the Face of Challenge is the Key to this Students Academic Success

Foreign Language Courses The Smartest, Best and Free-est

Foreign Language Courses The Smartest, Best and Free-est Foreign Language Courses: The Smartest, Best and Free-est Deciding to learn a language is a breath of fresh air.Theres nothing quite like the excitement of starting out on a language adventure, whether youre learning a brand-new language or returning to one you studied previously.Youre ready for anything that comes at you, and your mind is open and free.Now where to begin?There are plenty of things you can take into consideration when looking for a learning resource.Do you prefer working on your computer at home or using your phone when youre out and about?Do you always want to be online and interact with others or are you sometimes  happy working offline at your own pace?But these days, its hard to narrow things downâ€"it seems like everybodys coming out with a new language course.And chances are, youre already aware of many of the popular ones, but you want to know which are the smartest, most straightforward options that will really deliver and not distract you from the important goal of actually learning your language.Sure, you can fork over big bucks for one of those colorful packages of software and books. But it would probably be ideal if you could start learning right away without having to deal with the order and set-up processes, and maybe not even pay anything right away, either.In other words, you really dont want to waste your time or money.And you definitely dont want to ruin that awesome fresh-air feeling by having to spend weeks wading through iffy material and fretting over bad decisions.Thats why weve put together a list of the top places to take accessible, free or affordable online courses  (some of which include offline material, too!) for the serious, budget-minded learner.But before we look at these, lets look at a few pieces of advice for how to get the most out of these online courses. What You Should Keep in Mind When Starting a Foreign Language Course1. Manage your study time by managing your leisure time.Like every journey, language learning starts with a single step: beating procrastinat ion and distraction. No matter what you do in life, time management is crucial.When youre learning a new skill, it becomes even more essential.When you ignore language learning, your progress really does slide backwards. But sticking to an exact schedule can be tricky sometimes. So how can you take control?The key is to always keep language learning at the back of your mind. Turn your goofing-off time into language time.  Personally, Ive developed the habit of mentally keeping an eye on what Im doing online to see if its beneficial in some way.For example, if youre slacking off watching cat videos, try searching for cat videos in your target language! Then get back to your actual course as soon as you can. Its important to allow yourself time to relax away from studying, but if you can develop a small voice in your head reminding you about languages, youll never be too far away from your language learning goals.2. Be consistent with your study time.Just like all the gyms in January, most online courses tend to be packed during the first few weeks of the year.Slowly, everyone stops attending. Its possible to have a valid reason to miss class, but, speaking from experience, sometimes the reason is as simple as being lazy.Sure, having made the decision to learn a new language is fantastic. Sticking to it regularly, however, is far more important.Everyone whos learned a language to fluency can tell you that they only got there by sticking to their studies. Youre not going to learn anything by cramming for a week and then slacking off for a month.Be realistic with your goals so they can be easily achieved consistently. Its far more effective to study just half an hour every day instead of for three hours on Sundays alone.3. Do your assigned coursework or the work required by your goals.This might seem obvious, but its important, especially since many of the courses below require you to hold yourself accountable for your own schedule. We all know that homework is bo ring and that we dont like to do it, but it has its purposeâ€"to seal what youve learned. Plus, completing it is often a huge confidence booster.If you hold on to the three points outlined above, youll give yourself direction and avoid becoming overwhelmed. But in case life has happened and clashed with your routine, just remember that you can always get back on track.The hardest part is beginning. Once you take that first step of writing an answer or checking a definition, youll find that you suddenly have the momentum to continue.Now that weve established the key elements to succeeding in an online foreign language course, lets look at your best options.Foreign Language Courses: The Smartest, Best and Free-estSome of the resources below offer multiple course options, and some of these options vary depending on the language youre studying. Get ready to dive in!MemriseAs you might be able to guess from the name, this is a resource aimed at people wanting to memorize words and phrase s in their target languages. It uses a great spaced-repetition algorithm to remind you of what youve learned just before youre about to forget.Memrise offers user-made and professional vocabulary courses in heaps of languages.You can sign up free and upgrade for more features, like chatbots, if you like. For widely studied languages like French and Chinese, youll find tons of courses that help you with specific vocabulary for official placement exams.And even if youre studying more far-flung languages, youll likely be able to find the most common words with native speaker audio to help.Vocabulary review and learning is where consistency really shines, so make sure to study your words every day!CourseraCoursera offers online courses from the best universities in the world. Theres something for everyone here, from business English to Chinese for the HSK.Simply sign up, pick a course, and enroll. There are both free and paid options, and an opportunity to try a paid course for a week f or free.The more well-known courses tend to come with a price tag, but its a fraction of what it would cost to actually attend that university. This way you get all the benefits of the worlds best professors, all from the comfort of your home.FluentUFluentU offers flexible, personalized and customizable courses that are easy to use. FluentU takes real-world videosâ€"like movie trailers, music videos, news and inspiring talksâ€"and turns them into language lessons that meet your needs.You can sign up to start using FluentU right away, try it free for two weeks before deciding if its right for you and study multiple languages at multiple levels under one convenient plan.And FluentU isnt just about watching videos! It creates bottomless quizzes for you to work your way through as you study the vocab from your chosen videos, and gives you the option to explore your language further through interactive captions with definitions, memorable images and example sentences.Because FluentU has a robust framework for learning but feels casual, its great for staying motivated and keeping to your goals. You can even keep track of your study streak and adjust your learning goals for each language.MIT OpenCourseWareMIT OpenCourseWare is a website hosting MIT course materials free of charge, permanently. You can read course notes, read over the exams and even watch recorded lectures without having to sign up or enroll.Because its a resource repository, you dont get the benefit of a course completion certificate, however, for the independent language learner looking for something new, this is a great opportunity.The online courses include some major languages, go back more than fifteen years, and often cover fascinating related and cultural subjects well beyond just language. Have a look at French Photography or Communicating Across Cultures!Open CultureIf you think you would enjoy a Peace Corps member explaining how to make your conversation in Arabic more fluid and natural as opposed to textbook, or learn about typical Chinese foods while listening to a stroll across a food market in the southern provinces, this is the site for you.Open Culture contains a wealth of free, varied resources for the language learnerâ€"audiobooks, online courses, movies and textbooks, to name a few.This is essentially a gigantic collection of tons of different resources across the web that will enable you to learn a new language in whichever way you please.UdemyUdemy works for both learners and linguists who can monetize their expertise through creating and selling their language courses.Sign up is mandatory, but enrolling and progress is at your own pace, and while not accredited, Udemy does offer certificates of completion.Udemy offers full-length paid courses and many shorter free options, so if youre after a free language refresher or are willing to invest in your language learning this might be the right option for you. There are even refunds available if you find a cour se not to your liking.One of the best parts about Udemy is the number of diverse options you’ll have for teachers. Many different teachers with different styles offer courses, so youll have tons of options to figure out how you learn best.Word2WordWord2Word is a connection hub for language lovers that gives you access to a huge database of information on world languages.The design is a little bare-bones, but dont let that stop you. To use it, you just have to go through their list of resources and find what you need.Right near the top is a list of free language courses that dwarfs any other list found online. Youll find links to resources for a truly staggering number of language courses, as well as dictionaries, pronunciation guides, foreign newspapers and more.DuolingoDuolingo is one of the most popular free language learning apps and a great resource for people either starting a new language or refreshing an old one.Both the website and the app are easy to navigate and fun to u se, so your study time will feel more like a game than a chore. Duolingo is designed to be fun, competitive and educational.If you already know your way around the language, you can use the placement test option to start at the right level. If youre a novice, you can work your way down the skills tree from the beginning.Users are asked to translate sentences back and forth, transcribe the target language and match pictures with vocabulary words. Both the desktop and mobile versions offer courses for English speakers to dozens of languages, with more constantly in development.EdXEdx is another resource for free online language courses from the best universities. A quick sign-up process will get you access to tons of different courses.These courses can be either audited for free, which means you can learn all the material in a stress-free environment and receive no certificate, or you can choose to receive a verified certificate at the end of your course for a small fee.EdX is a great opportunity to take advanced courses in your target language as you push your language learning beyond the basics into academic and expressive language use.Remember, in order to truly profit from a language course and avoid becoming overwhelmed, you have to manage your time effectively, become a procrastination-fighting champion and get hooked on completing your assignments regularly.Completing your work and accomplishing your goals will bring you a sense of pure joy. Languages are fascinating in and of themselves, and mastering one is a true achievement that you should be proud of.Always keep learning and always keep growing.Yassir Sahnoun is a content strategist, writer, polyglot and co-founder of WriteWorldwide. You can learn more about Yassir at YassirSahnoun.com.

What Is Dissociation in Chemistry?

What Is Dissociation in Chemistry?When it comes to chemistry dissociation the first thing that you should know is that there are two main types of dissociation, regular dissociation and molecular dissociation. Regular dissociation is when two atoms or molecules to separate from each other through chemical bonds. There are two different types of regular dissociation: detachment and epimerization.Molecular dissociation occurs when molecules break up or separate from each other and form a larger molecule. For example, when hydrogen atoms bond with carbon dioxide atoms, this will cause the carbon dioxide molecules to change into water molecules. In this instance, it's a regular dissociation, which means the bonded hydrogen atoms break off the carbon dioxide molecule. Then there's dissociation that is chemical.Chemical dissociation occurs when the bond between two dissimilar molecules breaks and they separate. For example, when iron atoms form a bond with oxygen atoms, the oxygen molecule will start to evaporate and eventually break apart. And that's one of the most common forms of chemical dissociation.Dissociation in chemistry is a normal process that occurs when two similar compounds are put under the same temperature and pressure and separated. In the case of the oxygen and iron dissociation, the molecules continue to get closer, until they reach equilibrium and make a new molecule. As you can see, dissociation is really not that difficult to understand.Dissociation in chemistry is the normal process that takes place when two similar compounds are put under the same conditions and temperatures. In the case of the oxygen and iron dissociation, the molecules continue to get closer, until they reach equilibrium and make a new molecule. As you can see, dissociation is really not that difficult to understand.Dissociation in chemistry is the normal process that takes place when two similar compounds are put under the same conditions and temperatures. In the case of th e oxygen and iron dissociation, the molecules continue to get closer, until they reach equilibrium and make a new molecule. As you can see, dissociation is really not that difficult to understand.Chemistry is a field that deals with the properties of substances and the ways that they react with one another. And dissociation is one of the things that happens when two substances are put under the same conditions and temperatures. You can see that chemistry is really not very hard to understand, at least in the simplest terms.

Crash Course Biology - Takes the Right Pre-Exam Courses!

Crash Course Biology - Takes the Right Pre-Exam Courses!It is quite possible to pursue a career in academia without having to take a crash course biology. It is possible to obtain a degree in biology with a little study, and without having to take any kind of biology exam. What if there was an equivalent of a high school science fair?Having the opportunity to complete a science fair project would be quite useful when you are attempting to earn a degree in human anatomy. It can actually serve as an excellent high school course, since biology subjects are covered throughout the course. Therefore, it would not require much effort to determine whether a particular person is interested in pursuing a career in biology or not.There are many career options for people interested in studying the human anatomy. Some choose to become professors and teach anatomy classes; others decide to become a pediatric surgeon, and then follow that path, teaching pediatric surgery, for example.While no one w ants to learn about genetic disorders, these are quite important. As a result, these are often the subjects covered in high school biology courses.However, the advantages of taking this type of available course are numerous. The most obvious advantage is that the person studying human anatomy does not have to learn about the human body, which can be very tedious and even discouraging.Also, the student can take advantage of this course throughout their career. The individual will always have the opportunity to cover subjects such as, for example, the human brain, the human heart, the human skeleton, and the human reproductive system. This gives the student the ability to study different subjects for every career, giving them the flexibility to attend college at any time and be done with it.It is also worth noting that a person who chooses to pursue a career in human anatomy will never have to take an exam. Furthermore, it will be very easy to use the skills learned during the course to choose the best job available, or to find a better paying job. Thus, there is no reason for anyone to shy away from a career in biology, but if one does wish to do so, a crash course in human anatomy would be beneficial to them.