Elementary Statistics Tutoring - How Can it Help Students?

Elementary Statistics Tutoring - How Can it Help Students?Elementary statistics tutoring is an opportunity for students to learn essential statistical concepts. Statistics is a crucial skill for any person who is in a business, such as a teacher or a doctor. There are many different ways that statistics can be used in a classroom setting, but the most popular way is by use of graphing calculators.There are many schools that offer elementary statistics tutoring and they are available in grade level and even a high school level. These programs can help students gain an understanding of basic statistical concepts, which are so critical to their future careers.Elementary statistics tutoring will help students understand the fundamental concepts of probability, statistics, and probability distributions. Students will also learn how to create graphs, plots, and maps, which are important when a student is trying to understand the relationships between two or more variables. Statistics is a topic that will always be interesting and useful to a student.Elementary statistics tutoring will help students understand how basic data and mathematics are combined. Students will learn how to compute statistics such as Pareto Charts, which will be very useful in business-related situations. Teachers should have a good idea about how elementary statistics tutoring is done, because it requires the student to follow instructions.Students will also be taught some basic examples in probability and statistics. This will make a big difference in the student's future career, and their sense of how important it is to learn the basics. Statistics is a science, and most students do not develop the ability to become professionals in this field.The best way to explain the difference between elementary statistics tutoring and the statistical methods that most students are exposed to on a daily basis is to compare them to music. One example would be the scales that a pianist or violinist learn before taking on a lesson. They will learn how to play scales in a familiar way, but then they will be introduced to complicated intervals and scales that will be difficult for a beginner to play.Intermediate students will learn how to move beyond these simple scales and move on to more complex methods. They will be taught about confidence intervals, how to create graphs, how to interpret graphs, and how to analyze graphs. The statistical methods will be introduced in a very logical way, and then it will be time for students to practice what they have learned and apply it to real life situations.Statistical methods are not at all complex, but it does take a good amount of time to master it. Students should not be discouraged if they do not see immediate results, because it takes time for this type of learning to be learned. Using graphing calculators to learn statistics is a very popular method, and it can be very effective in elementary statistics tutoring.

American School of Hong Kong

American School of Hong Kong American School of Hong Kong American School Hong Kong (ASHK) is a non-profit, college preparatory international school in Hong Kong offering a holistic American education taught by qualified North American teachers who inspire, motivate and challenge students to achieve excellence. ASHK is operated by Esol Education, a premium international education organization, having 40 years of expertise in establishing and operating international American schools worldwide.Currently, 11,000 students attend Esols nine schools across three continents. Graduates from the Class of 2015 at Esol Schools are now attending leading universities worldwide, including Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Yale University, Columbia University, University of Toronto, and the London School of Economics. ASHK teachersare experts in their fields andtheir collective aims areto deliver an inspiring, well-rounded education, fostering students to be scholars and critical thinkers while developing strong personal efficacy and an ambitious work ethic.Following the US Common Core standards and adopting an inquiry-based approach to learning, ASHKs enriched American curriculum will include a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) focus, and offer students a strong Chinese language program. External exams such as MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) testing will allow the school to benchmark student progress and achievement against world averages. Integrating sports, arts, drama, and music within the curriculum, as well as offering a diverse array of after school activities, ASHK will provide students opportunities to develop multi-faceted skills, promoting health, fitness, creative abilities and talents. Participation in national and international competitions, opportunities for public speaking, debating and involvement in Model United Nations (MUN), World Scholars Cup, and Mathematics Olympiad help facilitate student development. We are a new school and with that comes an interest in hiring teachers and business and operations staff who possess a positive, flexible, collaborative and innovative mindset and disposition. Further, we wish to hire those who thrive in a busy environment and who welcome opportunities to work in teams to build a sense of community, establish protocol and tradition, design curriculum, and create an ethos of care and respect in the school.

October Language Challenge Public Video Pledges (part II)

October Language Challenge Public Video Pledges (part II) Check out whos taking up our Language Challenge! If youre taking the Language Challenge and really want to succeed, were giving away 50ITC if you make a Public Video Pledge! Why would you ever want to do this? (Click here for more details) Please take some time to motivate and encourage our Public Video Pledge Challengers by commenting on their Notebook entries! This is the second blog listing of October Language Challenge Public Video Pledges. Watch the pledges from our first post below: PART I HERE Sylvia from Australia is learning Chinese If you want to see an incredible display of polyglotism check out Sylvias video. She changes tongues like a language chameleon! Now shes learning Chinese and Spanish so compliments and encouragement are welcome in her Notebook entry! Vladimir from Russia is learning English Vladimir knows what he wants: to be more confident and to have to think less about the words he uses during a normal English conversation. Thats the very definition of fluency! And thats exactly what the Language Challenge is for, to push you to achieve fluency in the language of your choice in just one month. Give him some words of encouragement on his Notebook entry! Leese from the United Kingdom is learning Spanish Leese is taking the Challenge to learn Spanish. She actually speaks quite well but would like to speak with more confidence. We actually think your accent isnt that bad no need to apologize for it! Give her some props by writing on her Notebook entry! crystalding249 from the United States is learning Spanish crystalding249 is an American living in London and is determined to improve her Spanish. She actually speaks Spanish quite well already but feels there is some room to improve. Send her some words of encouragement by writing in her Notebook entry! Spencerinpajamas from Canada is learning Portuguese We were disappointed that Spencerinpajamas was not wearing pajamas when making his Public Video Pledge however we were very happy to hear that he is most likely going to surpass the 12-hour goal for the October Language Challenge. He predicts hell be hitting 15 hours even as he has a goal of going to Brazil immediately afterwards. Send him some well wishes by writing in his Notebook entry! Brendan from the United States is learning Spanish Brendan is taking Spanish to get to A2 level so that he can speak to his Moms side of the family. He vows to take at least 2 lessons a week (youll need to hit 3 to finish the Challenge though). Wish him luck by leaving some messages on his Notebook entry! David from the United States is learning German David is taking the Challenge to learn German. Hes starting from near scratch (watch the video as he says all the phrases he can) and his goal is to build a basic foundation in German by learning the sounds, numbers, and how to pronounce words properly. Send him some words of encouragement by leaving a comment on his Notebook entry! Leigh David from the Ireland is learning Spanish and Italian Were so happy to see Leigh Davis take the October Challenge. If you havent seen his before and after video from the World Cup Challenge, you should definitely watch it. He also wrote an amazing testimonial story about his experiences learning Spanish on italki. This time around besides trying to take his Spanish to the next level (I really dont know how much better it can get) hes going to learn Italian, a language that hes just starting to learn. Give Leigh a shout on his Notebook entry! Anton Grigoryev from Russia is learning English We should have contacted Anton before we started this whole Public Pledge thing as he made a great one its almost like a commercial for italki. Antons goal is to get rid of his Russian accent and eventually speak like a naive speaker. We love that he is able to poke fun at how Russians speak English. Maybe well hire him to help with our marketing efforts in Russia. Wish him good luck by commenting on his Notebook entry! John from Sweden is learning Russian, Arabic and Chinese Most people who take the Challenge learn one language. However, there are a few very brave souls who learn two. John goes even further to learn three languages. The crazy thing is the three languages he wants to learn are probably the three hardest languages to learn Chinese, Arabic and Russian. John the Swedish language master we salute you and wish you the best for the October Language Challenge. Please salute him as well by sending him some comments in his Notebook entry! Kelsey from the United States is learning Japanese Kelsey is taking the October Language Challenge for a very specific purpose. She is going to take the JLPTN5 test in December. The Challenge is a great way to prepare for it. Shes going to be taking 4 lessons a week and will even be taking lessons when she goes to visit her sister. We love how italki is convenient like that! Wish her good luck by leave some comments on her Notebook entry! Karen from the United States is learning Cebuano We love this Public Pledge from Karen. Shes learning Cebuano, a language of the Philippines and were so happy that she can learn it on italki. We love that she finally took the plunge after wanting to learn the language for so long but never having an excuse to do so. This is exactly why we have these Challenges. And lastly, we love that our past challengers were able to inspire her to the Challenge (thanks Khang Tran for inspiring her!). Wish her well by commenting on her Notebook entry! October Language Challenge Public Video Pledges (part II) Check out whos taking up our Language Challenge! If youre taking the Language Challenge and really want to succeed, were giving away 50ITC if you make a Public Video Pledge! Why would you ever want to do this? (Click here for more details) Please take some time to motivate and encourage our Public Video Pledge Challengers by commenting on their Notebook entries! This is the second blog listing of October Language Challenge Public Video Pledges. Watch the pledges from our first post below: PART I HERE Sylvia from Australia is learning Chinese If you want to see an incredible display of polyglotism check out Sylvias video. She changes tongues like a language chameleon! Now shes learning Chinese and Spanish so compliments and encouragement are welcome in her Notebook entry! Vladimir from Russia is learning English Vladimir knows what he wants: to be more confident and to have to think less about the words he uses during a normal English conversation. Thats the very definition of fluency! And thats exactly what the Language Challenge is for, to push you to achieve fluency in the language of your choice in just one month. Give him some words of encouragement on his Notebook entry! Leese from the United Kingdom is learning Spanish Leese is taking the Challenge to learn Spanish. She actually speaks quite well but would like to speak with more confidence. We actually think your accent isnt that bad no need to apologize for it! Give her some props by writing on her Notebook entry! crystalding249 from the United States is learning Spanish crystalding249 is an American living in London and is determined to improve her Spanish. She actually speaks Spanish quite well already but feels there is some room to improve. Send her some words of encouragement by writing in her Notebook entry! Spencerinpajamas from Canada is learning Portuguese We were disappointed that Spencerinpajamas was not wearing pajamas when making his Public Video Pledge however we were very happy to hear that he is most likely going to surpass the 12-hour goal for the October Language Challenge. He predicts hell be hitting 15 hours even as he has a goal of going to Brazil immediately afterwards. Send him some well wishes by writing in his Notebook entry! Brendan from the United States is learning Spanish Brendan is taking Spanish to get to A2 level so that he can speak to his Moms side of the family. He vows to take at least 2 lessons a week (youll need to hit 3 to finish the Challenge though). Wish him luck by leaving some messages on his Notebook entry! David from the United States is learning German David is taking the Challenge to learn German. Hes starting from near scratch (watch the video as he says all the phrases he can) and his goal is to build a basic foundation in German by learning the sounds, numbers, and how to pronounce words properly. Send him some words of encouragement by leaving a comment on his Notebook entry! Leigh David from the Ireland is learning Spanish and Italian Were so happy to see Leigh Davis take the October Challenge. If you havent seen his before and after video from the World Cup Challenge, you should definitely watch it. He also wrote an amazing testimonial story about his experiences learning Spanish on italki. This time around besides trying to take his Spanish to the next level (I really dont know how much better it can get) hes going to learn Italian, a language that hes just starting to learn. Give Leigh a shout on his Notebook entry! Anton Grigoryev from Russia is learning English We should have contacted Anton before we started this whole Public Pledge thing as he made a great one its almost like a commercial for italki. Antons goal is to get rid of his Russian accent and eventually speak like a naive speaker. We love that he is able to poke fun at how Russians speak English. Maybe well hire him to help with our marketing efforts in Russia. Wish him good luck by commenting on his Notebook entry! John from Sweden is learning Russian, Arabic and Chinese Most people who take the Challenge learn one language. However, there are a few very brave souls who learn two. John goes even further to learn three languages. The crazy thing is the three languages he wants to learn are probably the three hardest languages to learn Chinese, Arabic and Russian. John the Swedish language master we salute you and wish you the best for the October Language Challenge. Please salute him as well by sending him some comments in his Notebook entry! Kelsey from the United States is learning Japanese Kelsey is taking the October Language Challenge for a very specific purpose. She is going to take the JLPTN5 test in December. The Challenge is a great way to prepare for it. Shes going to be taking 4 lessons a week and will even be taking lessons when she goes to visit her sister. We love how italki is convenient like that! Wish her good luck by leave some comments on her Notebook entry! Karen from the United States is learning Cebuano We love this Public Pledge from Karen. Shes learning Cebuano, a language of the Philippines and were so happy that she can learn it on italki. We love that she finally took the plunge after wanting to learn the language for so long but never having an excuse to do so. This is exactly why we have these Challenges. And lastly, we love that our past challengers were able to inspire her to the Challenge (thanks Khang Tran for inspiring her!). Wish her well by commenting on her Notebook entry! October Language Challenge Public Video Pledges (part II) Check out whos taking up our Language Challenge! If youre taking the Language Challenge and really want to succeed, were giving away 50ITC if you make a Public Video Pledge! Why would you ever want to do this? (Click here for more details) Please take some time to motivate and encourage our Public Video Pledge Challengers by commenting on their Notebook entries! This is the second blog listing of October Language Challenge Public Video Pledges. Watch the pledges from our first post below: PART I HERE Sylvia from Australia is learning Chinese If you want to see an incredible display of polyglotism check out Sylvias video. She changes tongues like a language chameleon! Now shes learning Chinese and Spanish so compliments and encouragement are welcome in her Notebook entry! Vladimir from Russia is learning English Vladimir knows what he wants: to be more confident and to have to think less about the words he uses during a normal English conversation. Thats the very definition of fluency! And thats exactly what the Language Challenge is for, to push you to achieve fluency in the language of your choice in just one month. Give him some words of encouragement on his Notebook entry! Leese from the United Kingdom is learning Spanish Leese is taking the Challenge to learn Spanish. She actually speaks quite well but would like to speak with more confidence. We actually think your accent isnt that bad no need to apologize for it! Give her some props by writing on her Notebook entry! crystalding249 from the United States is learning Spanish crystalding249 is an American living in London and is determined to improve her Spanish. She actually speaks Spanish quite well already but feels there is some room to improve. Send her some words of encouragement by writing in her Notebook entry! Spencerinpajamas from Canada is learning Portuguese We were disappointed that Spencerinpajamas was not wearing pajamas when making his Public Video Pledge however we were very happy to hear that he is most likely going to surpass the 12-hour goal for the October Language Challenge. He predicts hell be hitting 15 hours even as he has a goal of going to Brazil immediately afterwards. Send him some well wishes by writing in his Notebook entry! Brendan from the United States is learning Spanish Brendan is taking Spanish to get to A2 level so that he can speak to his Moms side of the family. He vows to take at least 2 lessons a week (youll need to hit 3 to finish the Challenge though). Wish him luck by leaving some messages on his Notebook entry! David from the United States is learning German David is taking the Challenge to learn German. Hes starting from near scratch (watch the video as he says all the phrases he can) and his goal is to build a basic foundation in German by learning the sounds, numbers, and how to pronounce words properly. Send him some words of encouragement by leaving a comment on his Notebook entry! Leigh David from the Ireland is learning Spanish and Italian Were so happy to see Leigh Davis take the October Challenge. If you havent seen his before and after video from the World Cup Challenge, you should definitely watch it. He also wrote an amazing testimonial story about his experiences learning Spanish on italki. This time around besides trying to take his Spanish to the next level (I really dont know how much better it can get) hes going to learn Italian, a language that hes just starting to learn. Give Leigh a shout on his Notebook entry! Anton Grigoryev from Russia is learning English We should have contacted Anton before we started this whole Public Pledge thing as he made a great one its almost like a commercial for italki. Antons goal is to get rid of his Russian accent and eventually speak like a naive speaker. We love that he is able to poke fun at how Russians speak English. Maybe well hire him to help with our marketing efforts in Russia. Wish him good luck by commenting on his Notebook entry! John from Sweden is learning Russian, Arabic and Chinese Most people who take the Challenge learn one language. However, there are a few very brave souls who learn two. John goes even further to learn three languages. The crazy thing is the three languages he wants to learn are probably the three hardest languages to learn Chinese, Arabic and Russian. John the Swedish language master we salute you and wish you the best for the October Language Challenge. Please salute him as well by sending him some comments in his Notebook entry! Kelsey from the United States is learning Japanese Kelsey is taking the October Language Challenge for a very specific purpose. She is going to take the JLPTN5 test in December. The Challenge is a great way to prepare for it. Shes going to be taking 4 lessons a week and will even be taking lessons when she goes to visit her sister. We love how italki is convenient like that! Wish her good luck by leave some comments on her Notebook entry! Karen from the United States is learning Cebuano We love this Public Pledge from Karen. Shes learning Cebuano, a language of the Philippines and were so happy that she can learn it on italki. We love that she finally took the plunge after wanting to learn the language for so long but never having an excuse to do so. This is exactly why we have these Challenges. And lastly, we love that our past challengers were able to inspire her to the Challenge (thanks Khang Tran for inspiring her!). Wish her well by commenting on her Notebook entry!

How to Teach Chemistry

How to Teach ChemistryIt is probably one of the most important subjects that many individuals can learn but unfortunately only a handful are actually keen on learning how to teach chemistry. In this article, we will discuss some of the ways you can approach the subject and hopefully prepare yourself for this fascinating profession.The first main way that you can approach it is simply to take a class. There are literally hundreds of universities that you can attend and a number of different science courses that you can take. At the end of the day, you have to do what works best for you. However, if you are not keen on going to university then I am sure that you would love to attend a chemistry lecture and learn about the subject of chemistry in general.Another thing that you can do is research chemistry. The internet is filled with books that teach you how to teach chemistry, you simply have to make sure that you use the internet in order to find what you are looking for. This can be done by using some of the free resources that are available on the internet.Writing articles about the subject is also another great way to learn how to teach chemistry. There are literally thousands of journals and newspapers that you can find that talk about the subject of chemistry, these can be extremely beneficial when it comes to learning how to teach chemistry.In order to be able to learn how to teach chemistry, you need to find a course that interests you. In order to do this, you need to take a look at what are the requirements for a course to be offered and if there are any particular things that you are interested in. Once you have decided what you want to learn, you will then need to start searching for a suitable course that suits your needs.One of the best ways to learn how to teach chemistry is to get into a class that you are currently workingat. By having this as your route, you will actually be able to learn at your own pace and when it comes to tests and assignmen ts, you will be able to take your time with them.I know that you are probably wondering what the best way to learn how to teach chemistry is, so let me suggest that you start with one of the courses that you have researched. By doing this, you will be able to master the subject more quickly. After this, you can look for the course that you really want to do.

Chemistry of Detergent Ions

Chemistry of Detergent IonsChemical engineering students will learn many times over the value of key information and the importance of solving chemistry limiting reactant problems. Many engineering programs expect their students to be able to solve these problems in order to understand chemical reactions. They give numerous kinds of keys to solving the problem, from the use of chemicals themselves to changing chemical configurations in order to reduce the reactants' reaction levels. You will learn about using solvents and warming the reactions before the reactions begin, as well as using advanced tools like alcohols, acids, and carbonates to slow down the reactions and slow the rate of oxidation of reactants.The best way to learn about such chemistry limiting reactant problems is by studying as much as possible and being able to translate the work you do into a good guide to solving the problem. A great deal of work on this subject can be done by utilizing the sites where you may fin d details about chemical reactants. Examples of these sites would be the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the Government Accountability Office (GAO), or the U.S. National Research Council (NRC). From these sources, you can find plenty of information about reacting chemistry and solving chemistry limiting reactant problems.The chemistry of detergent ions will be your basis for understanding the chemistry of detergent ions. Detergent ions, which come in two basic varieties, positively charged and negatively charged, are responsible for determining the nature of reactants that exist in your detergent solution. Detergent ions are usually neutral in chemical mixtures, so when they come into contact with other substances that are not water soluble, they allow them to be dispersed into the detergent solution. When they react with water, they form ionic liquid detergents, which are detergents that are designed to behave just like water when intr oduced into a detergent solution.When you're preparing to study chemistry, it is very important to determine the chemistry of detergent ions. After that, you will need to determine which of the two types of detergent ions is best for your purpose. Detergent ions that are neutral are called the free detergent. These are the ones you will need to study in order to solve the chemistry of detergent ions.Unfortunately, those detergent ions that are either of the two basic types are not ideal because they will quickly dissolve in water. It is possible to have detergent ions that are neutral at one pH level, but reactive at another. These are referred to as acidic detergent ions.The chemistry of detergent ions has a very important role in understanding the chemistry of chemistry. These elements are typically produced by hydrolysis, the change of one substance to another through the action of heat or chemical reaction. In the case of detergent ions, they are produced by reactions between ca lcium hydroxide, which are a known base for making salt, and sodium hydroxide, which is a base for making sulfuric acid.As a chemistry lab instructor, you will use pH solution and pH test kits to determine the basicity of detergent ions. For every detergent ion, you will determine the amount of calcium hydroxide and sodium hydroxide in the sample solution. Then, you will use the pH test kit to determine the H+ concentration of the sample solution. This test will be an important step in determining the chemistry of detergent ions and one that you will perform on a regular basis.

Online Tutors Provides Additional Time For Students

Online Tutors Provides Additional Time For StudentsTutor time online payment is a very useful system for teachers who need extra time in their classrooms. These tutors are able to complete the work with minimal expenses. They help students with the requirements of learning or jobs. So, whether the teacher requires some extra time to complete a project or something else, online tutor time payment is the best option.Teachers use the time in the class for various purposes. Some of the tasks assigned by the teacher can be fulfilled through the help of online tutors. These tutors enable the teachers and students get to know more about the courses they are taking. So, in the process of completing the project they guide the students in the right direction. They do this by providing different plans and keeping the schedule of the college and the school in mind.With the help of these tutors the students are able to understand and analyze the course of study before they enroll themselves. The tutor makes sure that the requirements of the subject are followed properly. They always try to clear the misunderstandings as well. This is one of the benefits of online tutoring. The teachers don't have to spend the precious time on commuting. The tutors are so busy doing other jobs that they can concentrate on the classes with little worry.Another benefit of online time online payment is that it allows the students to select the teacher who can cater them best. They can choose the tutor according to their skill and their knowledge about the subject they are taking. So, the student can select a tutor that suits his preferences.Tutors help in solving the problems of students. They guide them accordingly when they encounter difficulties. So, students learn the important things that help them in the future. They also have to pay a fee in a monthly basis in order to pay their fees.Such tutors are the best way to earn money at home or at school. They take care of the financial matters. Therefore, the student gets to pay less while they earn more. They don't require any kind of card to be given for their tuition fee.The tutors help to enhance the confidence of the students and their confidence levels increase. So, the student is very careful about what he takes up in his life.

What is it Like to Attend Willamette University

What is it Like to Attend Willamette University Emily earned her bachelors degree in economics from Willamette University. She specializes in algebra tutoring, economics tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Below, she shares her experience at Willamette University: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Emily: The campus is in the heart of Salem, Oregon, which is a moderately-sized city. The campus is right across the street from the Oregon State Capitol, making it really convenient for students to have internships or even part time jobs while going to school. It is right on the edge of downtown, so there are some good restaurants. It is within walking distance of a mall as well. I didnt need a car while attending school, because everything was within walking distance and buses are available. The campus is also close to a few parks, so its good for runners and people who are active. In general, its pretty safe as long as you avoid going off campus by yourself at night. How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Emily:Willamette is a small liberal arts college, so there arent any teaching assistants. Class sizes are small and, in general, the professors are incredibly helpful and highly available for students. The departments are small, so you typically get to know all of the professors really well during your four years. They also make sure that tutors are available to students. The benefit of going to a small school like Willamette is that you get to easily access your professors. How would you describe the dorm liferooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Emily:At Willamette, students live on campus for two years. The rooms are pretty large for dorms and the dining options are good. There are a lot of on-campus activities, which make it easy for students to meet each other. Which majors/programs are best represented and supported? Emily:I think that all of the departments are well supported. I studied economics, because that is what I was most interested in from the beginning. My professors were all really helpful and I was able to get involved in the department as a tutor during my last year in the program. How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Emily:I thought it was incredibly easy to make friends as a freshman. Greek life at Willamette is a little different than at other schools. All of the sororities are on-campus, so women who pledge move into the house during their second year rather than staying on the main campus in the dorms. The sororities all offer their own meals as well, so you dont see their members during meal times. This was one of the things that I didnt like as a student, because I believe it created unnecessary divides in the community. I was not a part of Greek life and I feel that by not joining, I lost some friends. Fraternities are mostly off campus, so while there may be a lot of members, they still remain a part of the Willamette community. How helpful is the Career Centerand other student support services? Emily:I mostly used the career center after graduating while applying to graduate school. I think they were overall pretty helpful. I think that if youve never written a cover letter or applied for a job before, then the career center is a really good resource. How are the various study areas such aslibraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Emily:I was a library studier. The Willamette Library is a great size, and is separated into a quiet area and a group study area. The only time the library got overly crowded was during finals week, but you could usually find a spot in the quiet section. The other great study spot on campus is the coffee shop called the Bistro. If youre someone who likes studying in a fun atmosphere with music, its a great place. In general, most students didnt study in the dorm lounges. Some classrooms also remain unlocked (you have to use your card to get into the building), so that was also a common place for students to study. Describe the surrounding town. Emily:Salem definitely isnt a city atmosphere. There are good restaurants downtown, good running areas, and good shops. There arent a lot of options for activities, but overall, I think students like what is available. How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Emily:Class sizes are amazing at Willamette. In general, Id have around 25 students in a class, but there are also many discussion-based classes that only have 8-10 students. The student body is relatively small, so its nice because you get to know everyone! Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Emily:I think my relationship with my advisor was a really great one. I met him as a prospective student (he was the department chair), I took my first economics course with him, and then he became my advisor. Our relationship was really helpful as I made decisions about my thesis, chose classes, and graduated. If you use the resources to your advantage, you can make so many great relationships with faculty and staff that will help you to succeed both in school and after graduation. Check out Emilys tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Super Easy Ways to Save up for Music Lessons [Infographic]

Super Easy Ways to Save up for Music Lessons [Infographic] Why are Music Lessons so Expensive? Jessica Dais One common question asked by many aspiring musicians (and oftentimes, their parents) is: “Why are music lessons so expensive?” There are a few main factors that contribute to the cost of music lessons. In this blog post, we’ll uncover what those factors are and then share 10 clever solutions that make saving up for music lessons easier than you think. Why are Music Lessons so Expensive? The average cost of private, in-home music lessons is $31.50 for a 30-minute lesson, according to this nationwide study by TakeLessons. The average cost of online music lessons is a little more affordable, at $25 per 30-minute lesson. That comes out to $100 a month if you take one lesson per week. While these rates might seem high at first glance, they make more sense when you take the following factors into consideration. Music teachers are often self employed and don’t have the benefits of a salaried position Many teachers factor in the time and expenses it takes to travel to your home for lessons Music teachers take extra time to prep for each individual student prior to a lesson Some teachers pay for their own studio and additional instruments for students Teachers who are just starting out don’t have enough students to fill up a 9-5 work shift If you live in a bigger city, the cost of lessons will be higher because there is more competition in the market Now you know some of the reasons why music lessons are expensive. If the dream of becoming a better musician still seems distant because of your financial situation, keep reading for some easy ways to save up! 10 Easy Ways to Save Up for Music Lessons Save $150 a month brewing at home Are you an avid coffee drinker? If you find yourself making daily trips to your local cafe, one excellent way to save five dollars a day is to try brewing your coffee at home instead. Consider it an opportunity to try out some new roasts, and a small sacrifice to have to make on your way to musical success. After just one month, you’ll be able to afford six online music lessons (at $25 per 30-minute lesson).   Save $300 a month packing a lunch The cost of eating out adds up quickly. Did you know that waking up just a little bit earlier than normal to prepare a lunch can save you hundreds every month? Or, an even easier option is to make some extra food for dinner the night before your work day! At $10 a day in savings, you’ll have saved up the equivalent of 12 online music lessons by the end of the month. Save hundreds on your commute Driving your own car to work can cost you hundreds of extra dollars per month. Instead, try carpooling with coworkers, or if you live close to the office, try bike riding. Another great idea that will also save you money on parking is to use public transportation, such as a bus or train. Any one of these options will save you hundreds in gas money per month, which you can gladly put toward music lessons instead. Save $100 a month cutting cable Many people who have cable find that they don’t actually use it enough to warrant the high monthly cost. If that sounds like you, consider cancelling cable and spending more of your free time on your hobbies.   With $100 in monthly savings, you’ll be able to afford weekly music lessons after cancelling a cable subscription.         Save $50 a month skipping the gym No, we’re not giving you an excuse to stop exercising. Staying in shape is extremely important to your overall health. But instead of spending money on a gym membership, try going for a run or riding a bike at your local park instead. With all the workout routines available on the internet, it’s easy to get in shape in the comfort of your own home, too! An average $50 monthly gym membership fee equates to two music lessons per month. Save hundreds more with a rewards card If you have a credit card that allows you to accrue rewards points with every purchase you make, why not redeem those points as cash and apply them to music lessons? Rack up the points by using your credit card to pay for groceries, gas, and bills. Many credit cards don’t have a limit to how many points you can accrue or an expiration date on your points. SEE ALSO: Private Lessons Don’t Need to be Expensive Here’s How to Save Save $100 a month staying sober For some aspiring musicians, this saving strategy might seem like a lot to ask. But just like eating out, the cost of alcoholic beverages can add up very quickly. Drinking a bottle of wine each week for example, can end up costing you around $100 a month. If you simply cross wine off of your shopping list, you’d be able to afford weekly online music lessons. Save $50 a month doing your nails For the ladies, getting a monthly manicure and pedicure will cost you a minimum of $50 a month. Do your own nails instead, or go au naturel, and you’ll be able to afford two additional online music lessons every month. If you’re learning an instrument like guitar or violin, having short nails will help you hold down the strings much easier anyway! Bundle up to save even more! See if you can join a family plan if you currently just have a single line. Reevaluating your cell phone plan is an easy way to save money on your monthly bills. If joining a plan with relatives isn’t an option, consider getting a group of friends together on the same plan instead. Splitting the cost of a plan with unlimited data is much more affordable than paying for it all on your own. Pass on name brands Every grocery store has its own line of products, and they’re usually cheaper than the big name brands we all recognize. A lot of times the ingredients in these products are exactly the same. Skip name brand items at the grocery store to save up more money every week for music lessons. You can also apply this tip to shopping for clothes every little bit helps. Save the infographic below as a visual reminder and watch your savings add up! Share This Image On Your Site Please include attribution to TakeLessons.com with this graphic. a href=https://takelessons.com/blog/why-are-music-lessons-so-expensive-z15img src=https://takelessons.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/ways-to-save-up.png alt=Why are music lessons so expensive/a With the right tips and tricks, anyone can afford music lessons. Yes, music lessons can be expensive. But don’t let money stand in the way of you reaching your goals and dreams. If you put your mind to it, anything is possible! Want one more way to make music lessons even more affordable? Start out with online group classes, as opposed to private lessons. At just $19.95 a month for new students, TakeLessons Live offers group classes in many instruments and skills, from ukulele to music theory. Plus, you’ll get a whole month’s worth of classes for free when you sign up. Try it today!

Panorama of Asian Cuisine

Panorama of Asian Cuisine What’s the Difference between The Types of Asian Cuisine? ChaptersChinese CuisineThai CuisineIndian CuisineBurmese CuisineLao CuisineCambodian CookingVietnamese FoodJapanese CuisineKorean Cuisine“Chinese” restaurants in the UK often include a number of different Asian foods.In some cases, you’ll even find sushi (Japan), nem rán (crunchy fried spring rolls from Vietnam), Peking Duck and bok choy (China), and something stir fried all on the same takeout menu.Asian recipes tend to focus on bringing five main flavours together: savoury, sweet, bitter, sour, and spicy. This is why each ingredient and the way they're cooked can be hugely important.For our palettes, which are often more familiar with just savoury and sweet dishes, this can be a shock to the system. However, this is also why Asian cuisines can be so popular.Who doesn't love a bit of sweet and sour chicken dipping sauce?You don't need to wait until the Chinese New Year to eat tasty Asian food. Throughout this article, we’re going to take a trip across the different Asian cu isines and hopefully you'll be inspired to find a recipe for your next meal.Find more cookery courses London here. GiovanniCooking Teacher 4.83 (12) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HalimaCooking Teacher £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HakimCooking Teacher 5.00 (5) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors VincenzoCooking Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GinellaCooking Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ArronCooking Teacher 5.00 (2) £9/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JoshuaCooking Teacher 5.00 (5) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors FlickCooking Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsChinese CuisineIn a country as big as China, it’s hardly surprising to find out that there’s a huge amount of variety and the Chinese themselves don't cook just one type of food. We should really talk about Chinese cuisines rather than just Chinese cooking in general. If you like to eat Chinese chicken salad, get ready to have your mind blown as there's more than just one way to do anything in a Chinese kitchen.There are several styles that make up Chinese food, from Sichuan (also known as Szechuan), Shandong and Jiangsu (in the East), and Guangdong (in southern China near Hong Kong and also known as Canton). These styles are different due to the climate, geography, history, and lifestyle of the places they’re from.Chinese recipes generally include rice, noodles, and vegetables. We often find soy, tofu, and seasoning like garlic, ginger, shallot, white pepper, and sesame oil.  Soy sauce and rice vinegar are also frequently used in Chinese food.China's a very big country, so it's hardly surprising there's a huge variety of different food. (Source: Derwiki)If you want to cook Chinese dishes, you should know about the different styles. Heading from north to south, let’s have a look at some of the different types of Chinese food:Shandong: This is often known a s Lu Cuisine in China. This is where most of the vinegar is produced and you can tell by the food they make.Jiangsu: This food relies on seasonal produce. Products need to complement one another in terms of colour and shape and soup is often used to bring more flavour to dishes.Sichuan: This is one of the regions in China (in addition to Yunnan) that offers spicy food. The main ingredients used are: garlic, pepper, ginger, peanuts, and sesame.Guangdong:  This is also known as Cantonese. Given its proximity to the sea, Cantonese cuisine uses a lot of fish and seafood. Cantonese rice with char siu pork is one of the region’s most popular dishes. Dim sum and chow mein (a noodle stir fry) are also from there.Traditional Chinese medicine has helped create healthy and balanced meals, too.  Across the 8 great regional cuisines of China, food is designed to bring together taste and appearance.So whether for a meal in a Chinese restaurant or at somebody’s house, food is often seen as a w ay in China for people to socialise, unlike in the UK, where a drink is a more common way for people to hang out.You should also check out some of the best Asian food blogs for inspiration on what to make next!Thai CuisineThai cuisine focuses on the balance and precision between a variety of ingredients. Thai cuisine focuses on lighter dishes with strong aromas and a lot of different spices.They make use of five main flavours: sweet, salty, bitter, sour, and spicy.According to a CNN Travel’s “World’s 50 Most Delicious Foods (Reader’ Pick)” survey of 35,000 different people, Thai food was the most popular. Thai food made up most of the most popular dishes including: tom yum, pad Thai, Som Tam, Massaman curry, nam tok.Pad Thai is one of Thailand's (and the world's) most popular dishes. (Source: Sharonang)Rice and spice are inseparable when it comes to Thai cuisine, as well as tomato, corn, papaya, pineapple, coriander, cashew nuts, and peanuts, which were imported by the Por tuguese and Spanish during the 15th and 16th centuries.Indian CuisineAuthentic Indian cuisine is famous for its sophisticated use of spice, vegetables, herbs, and fruit. Given the size of the country and the variety of climates, cultures, ethnicities, and religions, there’s a huge variety when it comes to dishes.Religious traditions have heavily influenced the way the natives eat. A large percentage of the population is vegetarian, for one.The main ingredients include starchy vegetables like the pearl millet (bajra), rice, atta flour, and a large variety of lentils like masoor, toor, and mung bean.  Dal is one of the most famous dishes to make use of lentils.Take cooking classes from Superprof's renowned tutors.Indian cuisine is great for vegetarians. (Source: BaluBFA12)Burmese CuisineBurmese cuisine is influenced by Chinese, Indian, and Thai cuisine.However, Burma has kept certain cooking techniques and unique flavours. There are many variations on the “standard” dishes.The B urmese don’t eat with chopsticks or a fork, they eat the food with their right hand. They make a ball of rice in their hands and then roll it in the different ingredients before putting it in their mouth. The Burmese eat a large variety of vegetables, fruit, and meat.Burma's home to some delicious food. (Source: Judithscharnowski)One of the most popular vegetables is the pea that grows on the Archidendron pauciflorum tree, commonly known as Djenkol, Jenkol, or Jering.  The peas are generally boiled, roasted, or soaked in salt, oil, or coconut oil. GiovanniCooking Teacher 4.83 (12) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HalimaCooking Teacher £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HakimCooking Teacher 5.00 (5) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors VincenzoCooking Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GinellaCooking Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ArronCooking Teacher 5.00 (2) £9/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JoshuaCooking Teacher 5.00 (5) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors FlickCooking Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsLao CuisineLaos borders China, Burma, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and has been heavily influenced by Cambodian and northern Thai cuisine.  Sticky rice, which is eaten with your hands, is common to most Lao dishes.Did you know that it’s the stickiest rice in the world?The Lao people are often known as luk khao niaow (the children or descendants of sticky rice).Larb is one of the most common Lao dishes and consists of raw meat or fish marinated in spices and herbs. Tam mak hoong, a spiced papaya salad, is another popular Lao dish.Lao cuisine varies by region and the produce grown there. There’s also a strong French heritage in Vientiane. There are a lot of French restaurants since the country was once controlled by the French.You won't need chopsticks in Laos or Burma. (Source: Ipegasu)Cambodian CookingCambodian food mainly cons ists of tropical fruit, rice, noodles, drinks, soups, and desserts. The dishes play with a variety of flavours, temperatures, and foodstuffs.Rice is the foundation of most dishes and can be found at every meal of the day. It’s served with fresh grilled fish, soup, and an assortment of herbs and vegetables.There are so many different rices for a variety of different tastes. Sticky rice is often eaten for dessert with slices of mango and coconut milk. Rice is also eaten as a snack: fried rice cakes with chives, spinach, or even porridge with rice.Vietnamese FoodVietnamese food focuses on the 5 main flavours and most dishes combines several or all of them. Common ingredients include fish sauce, shrimp extract, soy sauce, rice, fresh herbs, fruit, and vegetables. Vietnamese dishes also include aromatic seasoning like lemongrass, ginger, mint, cilantro, cinnamon, pepper, and lime.Vietnamese cooking is famed for using fresh produce, complementary textures, aromatic vegetables, a lack of oil and dairy products.  This is why it’s some of the healthiest food in the world.Learn more about cooking Asian food using a wok.Japanese CuisineJapanese food is famous for using seasonal produce, high quality ingredients, and careful preparation. There is very little fat or grease in Japanese cooking. This helps the ingredients retain their natural flavours.Regional specialities (known as kyodo ryori in Japanese) often include fish. Sushi and sashimi are popular, leaving little room for meat dishes in the Land of the Rising Sun.You'll never look at sushi in the same way again. (Source: DrawsAndCooks)However, on the island of Okinawa, in south of Japan, there are different dishes due to the different climate and culture. The cuisine includes Chinese influences, such as the sweet potato, which was introduced in 1605.Traditional Japanese cuisine is a mix of Chinese and Thai influences, such as the technique for distilling Awamori, a type of alcohol from Okinawa which first came f rom Thailand.Korean CuisineKorean cuisine has prehistoric roots that have evolved due to cultural, political, and environmental factors.  Common ingredients include rice, vegetables, and meat. Most traditional dishes are served with steamed rice.Kimchi, a dish made from fermented vegetables, is served with almost every meal in Korea. It’s made of napa cabbage, radish, shallot, garlic, ginger, or cucumber.Kimchi is a side dish made from fermented vegetables. (Source: Daecheonnet)Other seasoning includes sesame oil, doenjang (soybean paste), soy sauce, salt, pepper, and gochujang (red chilli paste).Korean barbecue, or gogi gui, is the typical way to grill beef, pork, chicken, and other types of meat. These types of dishes are often placed directly on a gas grill in the middle of the table.In short:There’s way more than just one type of Asian cuisine. This would be like saying “European cuisine” and lumping British, French, Italian, Greek food together. Asian style food is as r ich and varied as the continent it's from. Since Asian dishes can include crispy vegetable dumplings or wontons, hoisin duck, chicken satay skewers with peanut sauce, sushi, chicken noodle soup, and garlic chili prawn, you're spoilt for choice!Chinese culinary tradition varies by region. It’s not usually spicy, except in regions like Sichuan and Yunnan.Thai cuisine is very spicy and varied. It’s the most popular type of food around the world. Popular dishes include pad Thai and green curry.Indian food is great for vegetarians and often includes plenty of vegetables. The country has more types of lentils can you could dream of. Samosas and curries are very common in India. You should try lassi, a yoghurt-based drink and delicacy.Burmese cuisine also includes a lot of vegetables. It often uses oyster sauce for preparing chicken and a variety of vegetables.Lao cuisine shares certain similarities with Burmese food. There’s a big French influence in the country's capital. However, you should focus on more typical dishes like pho, noodle soup, and Lao sausages.Cambodian food often uses rice as a base. You’ll probably have it with every meal if you go there.Vietnamese food is considered some of the healthiest around. You should also try caramelised pork, though not as healthy!Japanese food is also very healthy because it rarely uses grease or fat and includes a lot of seafood. In addition to sushi, Japanese also includes teriyaki, where meat is grilled with a delicious soy sauce glaze making it delicious and tender.Korean food uses rice, vegetables, and meat. Barbecued food is popular in Korea, unlike in most other Asian countries where frying meat in a wok is more common.If you visit anywhere in Asia, you’ll notice that there are certain dining customs that are very distinct to our own heritage.Check out these easy Asian recipes for inspiration!Find out how Asian cooking differs from Western cuisine.