Its Not You, Its Me What If I Need to Switch Teachers

Its Not You, Its Me What If I Need to Switch Teachers Suzy S. The connection between student and teacher is important especially for a one-on-one environment (as in private lessons), as opposed to in a classroom setting. And this applies for any subject youre learning, from music to dance to languages!  If your teacher isnt explaining things in a way you understand, or perhaps isnt providing the encouragement you need,  it can make the learning process much more difficult.   Finding the perfect teacher even if that means switching teachers at some point is incredibly important to your success. If youre feeling frustrated, or just plain stuck, we encourage you to speak with your current instructor first.   Communication is key and the more your instructor knows, the better he or she can help you progress!   Sometimes, its as simple as adjusting what youre working on.   Good teachers are open to feedback and will work with you to make sure youre getting what you need out of your lessons. But other times, its simply not a good match. The good news?   Theres nothing wrong with that.   It doesnt make you a bad student, and it doesnt mean you should give up your goal of learning and mastering a new skill.  Sometimes, its just a matter of finding the teacher you click with the best.   Every instructor is different in terms of teaching style, communication style, and experience, and you may very well mesh with one over another. Here are some common examples of times when you may want to consider switching teachers: You or your child has special needs, and your current teacher is not comfortable adjusting to them. Your child is having trouble focusing, or your instructor isnt used to teaching kids (it takes a lot of patience to handle an antsy child!). Youd like to learn a specific technique or music genre that your current teacher isnt able to teach you. Youve reached a level that your instructor isnt comfortable teaching. Youve been working with one teacher for a very long time, and you no longer feel challenged or motivated. You have a very strict schedule or time frame that your teacher cannot accommodate. With the TakeLessons program, students are free to switch teachers when the need arises let us know your feedback, and well work with you to find a new teacher who better suits your needs, goals, and interests. The most important thing to remember is to be honest with the teacher youre parting with, and also be honest with yourself and what you (or your child) need. When youve found the right teacher, youll notice a difference sometimes right off the bat.   And thats what were here for! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by Poetprince

The Top 10 Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows Users

The Top 10 Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows Users Computer Courses: The Keyboard Shortcuts for Typing More Quickly ChaptersWhat’s the Point in Windows Keyboard Shortcuts?The 10 Best Windows Keyboard ShortcutsShortcuts for Managing WindowsA Few More Bonus ShortcutsIn terms of desktops in 2017, Windows had a market share of 83%, Mac OS X accounted for 13%, Linux 1%, and less than 1% used Chrome OS.While smartphones and tablets have been increasing their market share in the last decade, desktops and laptops are still regularly used in the world of business.Put simply, typing on a touchscreen keyboard on your smartphone or tablet isn’t effective enough when it comes to forging customer relations, brand communication, or even creating text for Indesign or Photoshop projects.  This means that the qwerty keyboard still remains one of your PC’s most important peripherals.Writing texts in Microsoft Office, editing images in Adobe Photoshop, developing web sites, etc. all require that you can type quickly and effectively.  In order to do this, you’ll need to learn a few important keyboard shortcuts for Windows.Are you sick of right-clicking on the mouse to open a context menu and then left-clicking to choose the option?Did you make a mistake? It only takes a second to accidentally select a load of text instead of a word and delete everything.  Don’t worry, though! Everything can be undone with a quick press of ctrl + z.Here are Superprof’s 10 best keyboard shortcuts to speed up your work on Windows.To put it simply, shortcut keys are useful because they help you to do things more quickly. This might seem obvious, but you’ll soon see how useful they can be and how much time they can save you. You've probably noticed that your keyboard layout includes a lot more than just letters, numbers, and a spacebar. Your keyboard has function keys, esc, ctrl, alt, and the Windows key (Command if you're using Mac). They're there for a reason, after all.Check out some coding courses here.If you work in IT, productivity is hugely important. (Source: Jay Kunwar)The digital revolution ha s turned workplaces on their heads. Across the channel, the French journal Sciences Humaines had this to say:“In the years to come, 42% of jobs are at risk of being transformed by digitalisation. 3 million jobs could be eradicated. Robotisation continues to deeply destabilise the [French] middle classes.”The same could happen here! Everyone will therefore be required to be familiar with computers and how to operate them effectively if they’d like to keep working. Mastering shortcuts when interacting with computers is therefore seen as a must for all users.  It’s a quick and easy way to increase your productivity.In fact, knowing the shortcuts can save valuable seconds every time you use them and, over the course of a day, drastically improve how much work you output.From simple operations like opening a window to editing texts (copying, cutting, and pasting), opening windows explorer, placing an image into a text, editing and developing websites, you can use keyboard shortcu ts to reduce the time it takes to carry out a number of different digital tasks.Another important thing about these shortcuts is that if your mouse, trackpad, touchpad, or wheel stop working, you can still operate the computer effectively without them.You can carry out most tasks on your computer using just the arrow keys, escape, enter, ctrl, alt, and the number pad.Not convinced? Here’s a quick test for you:Do the following operations by just using your mouse, then try it again using mac keyboard shortcuts. You can save around 50% of the time taken by using the latter method.Open your browser.Search something on google.Click on an article.Highlight a paragraph.Copy and paste that paragraph into Microsoft Word (or OpenOffice).Select all and change the colour of the text.Open the file explorer.Choose an image and import it into the text document.Save the file and then export it as a .pdf.Send the file by email to another computer.Not know the shortcuts for any of these? Why not st art with a few computing tutorials for beginners?Here are some of the most important keyboard shortcuts you should learn...The 10 Best Windows Keyboard ShortcutsWhile these shortcuts are incredibly simple, they’re also incredibly useful and everyone should know them.Copying and PastingInstead of right-clicking and choosing “copy” then going to a new part of the document and right-clicking again to choose “paste”, you can carry out these operations by holding down the ctrl key (the command key is used on Macs) and pressing:Crtl + cCrtl + vThis is useful for anyone who wants to edit document more quickly. When you copy or cut, the computer saves the text temporarily to the clipboard. You then just have to scroll to where you want to insert it and use the paste shortcut.Cutting and pasting is something you need to do quickly if you work with Word a lot. (Source: kaboompics.com)Cutting and PastingSo what does ctrl + x do?When you press on cntrl and x, the text or image you’v e highlighted will disappear. This isn’t used for deleting your selection, it stores your selection you can paste it elsewhere in your document by pressing “ctrl + v”.UndoHow many of you have accidentally deleted something by mistake?When you’re editing a text, if you accidentally select a whole line or paragraph instead of a word, you might end up deleting the whole thing.  A quick press of ctrl + z will undo the last step you made.Useful, isn’t it?SearchingThis is a great shortcut if you want to know how many times you’ve used a specific word, find a specific part of a text, or see if a text talks about a certain topic:In Windows, you’ll need to use the shortcut ctrl + f (for find). You can also use this function in browsers, too. Keep in mind that this isn't the same as the search you use online. This function is used solely to find exact matches within a text or browser window.Select AllRather than scrolling from the very top of a page to the very bottom while left -clicking with your mouse, you can use the keyboard shortcut ctrl + a to select everything. This is really useful for formatting an entire text if you've ended up with a lot of different fonts being used.Opening the Task ManagerDo you need to lock your computer or close a programme that’s stopped functioning?The famous shortcut ctrl + alt + del will open the dialogue that you need.  You can consider the shortcut ctrl + alt + del as your panic button for when your computer starts bugging out.Shortcuts for Managing WindowsIn this day and age, it’s very common for computer users to get lost in the various windows and tabs they have open. Finding the page you want to look at can end up like trying to find a needle in a digital haystack.We’ll save you the price of a private IT tutorial with this little tip - though you might want to consider taking programming courses if you want to delve deeper into the world of computers!Changing WindowsPressing alt + tab will quickly take you to your next active window. If you hold down alt, every time you press tab, you’ll move to another window.  This is very useful when you have a lot of windows open like your settings, a database, image editing software, webpages, etc.Before you know it, you can end up with too many windows. (Source: snapwiresnaps.tumblr.com)This can save you a lot of time against finding a stack of windows on the task bar.Minimising All Windows and Returning to the DesktopIf you want to go straight back to your desktop, you just need to press Windows + d. This will minimise all windows to the task bar and you’ll find yourself back on your desktop. Pressing Windows key + d again will maximise all the windows.  This is useful if you end up with tonnes of windows stacked on top of each other.Additionally, simply pressing the Windows button will open the start menu (which is the Windows logo in newer versions).Moving Windows AroundHere’s a shortcut that I like: especially when you’re working with multiple screens. This can be used to move windows around:  Windows + Shift + arrow keys (left or right)Create a Virtual Desktop If you’re working on a small screen, like a 10” or 13” laptop, you can create a virtual desktop.  A virtual desktop will be created to the right of your current desktop. The command is simple: Ctrl + Windows + d. This means you can juggle several desktops without any of them getting too cluttered. You can navigate between desktops as you wish and remove them when you're finished.  As you’ve probably gathered, there are plenty of different shortcuts on Windows.A Few More Bonus ShortcutsHere’s a list of other useful keyboard shortcuts:As you can imagine, we haven’t included all of them. There are literally hundreds of them...Thanks to shortcuts, you can navigate web pages as quickly as you can regular pages. (Source: Tirachard Kumtanom)Move an active window: Alt + Space Bar + l + arrow keysFullscreen mode: F11Open the file menu: Alt + fChange tab s: Ctrl + 1, 2, 3, etc.Update the page/refresh: F5Delete a file directly without sending it to the recycle bin: Caps lock + delNew tab: Ctrl + tNew file: Ctrl + nPrint: Ctrl + pClose the window: Alt + F4Bold: Ctrl + bItalics: Ctrl + iShow the properties of the selected file: Alt + returnIn the special characters window in Microsoft Word, you can also find the shortcuts for the characters you want to use. This is especially useful when typing in foreign languages as the English keyboard doesn’t tend to have accent keys.For example, if you want to put an acute accent on the letter “E” (like in the words café or cliché), you just need to type: Alt + 144 (on the touchpad).Finally, keyboard shortcuts are essential if you want to work with Photoshop and edit photos.  If you want to work effectively, keyboard shortcuts can make both Macs and PCs far quicker than a simple typewriter.Ready to find out how to type faster?

5 Good Audition Songs for Musicals by Voice Type

5 Good Audition Songs for Musicals by Voice Type Sign up successful For some initial pointers check out the video below, then keep reading as we share 20 more good audition songs for musicals. Well include selections for each voice type, representing a mix of both classic and modern shows! Good Audition Songs for Musicals Sopranos This Place is Mine from “Phantom” by Maury Yeston. Everyone sings from the OTHER “Phantom” don’t make that mistake! Funny divas can really sell this song. It’s as big as anything you’d find in the major hits from that era (and you know what they are!) but this song is hardly overdone. “To Keep My Love Alive” from “A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court” by Rodgers and Hart. So outrageously funny! This is for the soprano who’s also a comedienne. Plus, it’s always good to have some Rodgers and Hart in your repertoire! “Unexpected Song” from “Song and Dance”. This is an absolutely beautiful ballad from Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber’s lesser-known works. You can’t go wrong with a single song in the show, in fact; it’s a one-woman show and you have a lot of great audition songs to choose from! “One More Kiss” from “Follies”. It’s not always a good idea to bring in Sondheim unless they specifically ask for it (too complicated for many accompanists), but this is a simpler tune in the style of song from an old operetta. Belters/Mezzos “How ‘Bout a Dance?”  from “ Bonnie and Clyde” by Frank Wildhorn. This is a sassy and fun song perfect for a younger actress that belts. This musical is fairly recent, but due to the fact it was not a hit well, chances are not too many other people will be walking in with this one! “Wherever He Ain’t “ from “Mack and Mabel”. What a score! This is an up-tempo, rag-timey song that is just plain fun to sing by a spunky leading lady. While “Mack and Mabel” is respected for its glorious score by Jerry Herman, this show never took off! “Home “ from “The Wiz”. This a pop-like song that builds. Memorable melody and you can really put some emotion behind it. Perfect if you’re auditioning for something like “Dreamgirls” (but again, it’s best to avoid those songs unless they specifically ask for them). “All Falls Down” from Chaplin.This song is sung by the character of Hedda Hopper in the show. It’s a real scene stealer! Another modern (2006) musical that was not a hit, but has a marvelous score (see a theme here?). “The Music That Makes Me Dance” from “Funny Girl”. We all know that Barbra owns “People” and “Don’t Rain on My Parade”, but this lesser-known ballad from the show is gorgeous and a solid choice. Tenors “A Bit of Earth” from “Secret Garden”. If you need something a little more modern that’s a moving yet simple ballad, this is a great choice. “When I’m Not Near the Girl I Love” from “Finian’s Rainbow”. This is a mid-tempo song for a tenor with charm and personality, from a more “classic” show. “Seeing is Believing” from “Aspects of Love”. Another one of Sir Andrew’s flops but what a score! This may be a better choice than “Love Changes Everything” from the same show, which many performers tend to oversing. “Shiksa Goddess” from “The Last Five Years”.  This is for a comedian! A mid-tempo number from another more modern show with very clever lyrics that will leave the audition panel rolling. “You are Beautiful” from “Flower Drum Song”. Ballad for a young lyric tenor from one of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s lesser known shows. Baritones “C’est Moi”- from “Camelot”. Need something classic? Are you a solid actor? This one’s for you. “Gonna Be Another Hot Day” from “110 in the Shade”.  Mid-tempo as well as lyrical, and could suit a variety of types. “I’ll Be Here”- from “The Wild Party”. Wonderful song from another more modern show for a baritone who is a bit more pop/jazz-like and comfortable with some vocal improvisation. “Love Sneaks In” from “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels”. Need something current that’s also a ballad? Perfect choice! “You Won’t Succeed on Broadway”- from “Spamalot”. Perfect for the man who is an “actor first, baritone second”! Very patter-like and needs a comedian to sell it but that goes without saying, doesn’t it? See Also: Best Audition Songs for Baritones [Video] Repertoire selection becomes a piece of cake once you establish who YOU are (comedian, ingenue,  baritone, belter, etc.). After knowing your type, it’s all simply a matter of two really big things: what shows are being cast (all modern? All classic? A mix of the two?), and what YOU truly enjoy performing. There is so much out there that theres no excuse for using a song you think is just okay as an audition piece. The audition panel will always be able to tell! Have fun discovering new shows and songs are one of the best parts of being a “musical theatre geek”! Want even more audition  song ideas?  Check out our list of 400+ songs to sing,  and our newest article the 50 best audition songs for musicals. Molly R. teaches online and in-person singing lessons in Hayward, CA. Her specialties include teaching beginner vocalists, shy singers, children, teens, lapsed singers, and older beginners. She joined TakeLessons in November 2013. Learn more about Molly  here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by Rande Archer

How Will the AP Physics B Exam Change in May 2015

How Will the AP Physics B Exam Change in May 2015 In May 2015, the Advanced Placement (AP) Physics B exam will undergo some change. Reviewing the breakdown of these changes below will help students to ensure readiness for the new exam when it premieres. The need for change The National Research Council (NRC) recently determined that the AP Physics B course covered too wide a breadth of material so wide that students were not developing a deep enough understanding of concepts. To improve exploration of such materials, and to expand the scope of knowledge covered, the NRC made a recommendation that AP Physics B be divided into a two-year course, effectively doubling its length. Content is now divided across two years, the first of which is the equivalent of a first college semester of algebra-based physics. The class will cover: Newtonian mechanics; work, energy, and power; electronic circuits; and mechanical waves and sound, with an emphasis in inquiry labs and physics state standards. The second course will serve as a second semester college-equivalent course and will cover fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, and atomic and nuclear physics. Splitting the course into two separate entities will provide for more hands-on learning, as well as a greater overall understanding of the curriculum. These are some great tips on how to ace your AP courses. Changes in learning objectives When the AP Physics B course becomes two courses, the learning objectives will also change to reflect the new organization. These objectives will now fall under seven categories, which outline the framework of introductory physics. The learning objectives are presented as a checklist that provide exactly what a student is responsible for knowing and demonstrating in order to receive college credit. The learning objectives also define what will be on the exam; questions that do not match up with one or more objectives will not be on either test. Each objective is associated with both knowledge of physics and basic foundational science principles. Course vs. test While the AP Physics course is recommended to be taught as two courses, each lasting the duration of one year, each school is responsible for setting their own AP schedule. Students who do not take AP courses are still eligible to take AP exams. This means that the exam can be taken, no matter how you have prepared for it. While it is recommended that students and teachers follow the approved exam schedule, a student has the opportunity to try their hand at the test under any circumstances. To be more prepared for the exam, it is recommended that students take Physics over two years, on the same lines as the AP Physics course. Here are 3 questions to ask yourself before taking an AP course. The test The AP Physics exam will be offered in two exams: one for AP Physics 1 and the other for AP Physics 2. Each exam requires three hours, and both can be taken in one year. Like the previous exam, the two will require students to complete both multiple choice and free response questions. Questions on the new tests will assess how well students understand physics conceptually, which means test takers will be required to demonstrate understanding by applying science practices. This involves more writing in free response sections, though the tests will contain fewer of these questions. The free response questions will focus heavily on qualitative and quantitative explanations, reasoning, and justification of answers given. The changed tests will also include a question focusing on experimental design. This question will require students to demonstrate a full range of knowledge in order to explain the various steps of an experiment. Also, while the old test emphasized the use of mathematics to solve problems, the new test will be more cumulative in its approach, asking students to rely on a breadth of knowledge involving math, reasoning, knowledge of the scientific method, and so on. These are 3 common mistakes to avoid on AP exams. Test format The former AP Physics B exam involved 70 multiple-choice questions over a 90-minute time period and six or seven free response questions over a 90-minute time period. Now, the AP Physics 1 exam will have 50 multiple-choice questions over 90 minutes and five free response questions over 90 minutes. One free response question will deal with experimental design, another will deal with qualitative/quantitative translation, and the remaining three will take the style of short answer. The AP Physics 2 exam will follow the same format, but will limit the number of free response questions to four, cutting out the third short answer question. While these changes may seem significant, they will ultimately leave students better prepared for college physics. Working with AP Physics B tutors can be of great help in this process as well. By spreading the acquisition of knowledge over two years, students will be more knowledgeable, prepared, and confident in their abilities to perform advanced physics.

Becoming a Russian Teacher

Becoming a Russian Teacher How to Become a Russian Teacher ChaptersPostgraduate Qualifications for TeachingApplying to Teacher Training ProgrammesDifferent Teaching Training ProgrammesTeaching Russian PrivatelyTeaching Russian as a Private Tutor“It takes something more than intelligence to act intelligently.” - Fyodor DostoyevskyThere are around 280 million Russian speakers in the world. Russian is an East Slavic language and is an official language in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Moldova. In fact, Russian is the biggest member of the Slavic languages.The language was the official language of the Soviet Union (USSR) and as a result, became an essential part of politics in Russia and Eastern Europe.  Nowadays, the language is still widely spoken and has become very important in language learning. You can learn more about Russian online.Learning Russian is a great way to discover a new culture, a new civilisation, and Russian literature.Would you like to travel from Moscow to Saint Pete rsburg?Would you like to teach Russian language courses?That could be a good motivation for learning Russian. Once you've been studying Russian for a while and have gained proficiency, you can start passing on your language skills to other people interested in speaking Russian.Have you thought about teaching Russian?In this article, we'll be looking at the PGCE, how to get onto a course, some other teacher training programmes, and becoming a private Russian tutor. LavaRussian Teacher 5.00 (8) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LarisaRussian Teacher 5.00 (2) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors InaRussian Teacher 4.88 (8) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors IrynaRussian Teacher 5.00 (8) £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EvgeniaRussian Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AnastassiaRussian Teacher 5.00 (2) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NikolaRussian Teacher 5.00 (4) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MargaritaRussian Teacher 5.00 (3) £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsPostgraduate Qualifications for TeachingJust being able to speak Russian won’t be enough to teach it to secondary school students. You’ll need a teaching qualification.There's no simple way to become a Russian teacher. You have to work at it. (Source: freephotocc)The most common way to teach in secondary schools is through the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).  As the name suggests, this is a qualification you do once you’ve completed your degree. Usually, a teacher will complete a degree in the subject they wish to teach and then complete the PGCE to gain the necessary teaching skills to teach it.During your undergraduate degree, you’ll focus on understanding Russian grammar, Russian culture, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading, and writing.  Your degree will help you become a master of the language. You’ll also probably have an opportunity to spend some time in Russia to further your understanding of the language and culture.Of course, you may want to consider doing another language alongside Russian since very few schools teach the language and it’s always a good idea to have another foreign language on your CV.  Once you’ve finished your degree, it’s time to start looking at teacher training opportunities.As we said, the PGCE is the most common. This is the programme that includes university tuition as part of the teacher training.  The first part of the application through UCAS is called “Apply 1”. There’s also “Apply 2” for those that are rejected, withdraw from their offers, etc.The application process is long and complicated (like all application processes of this nature), but there are plenty of resources out there, especially those provided by UCAS themselves, to help you with this.  Once your application is successful, then the real work can begin.Applying to Teacher Training ProgrammesIf you want to teach Russian (or any other language) in a secondary school, you’ll need to be a qualified teacher.Make sure you practise for your interview. (Source: StockSnap)This means that you’ll need a teaching qualification and qualified teacher status (QTS).  To get this, you’ll need to do a teacher training programme. Before you can do a teacher training programme, you’ll need to apply to one.As we said earlier, there are two application statuses: Apply 1 and Apply 2. During Apply 1, you can make 3 choices for training programmes you’d like to do.These choices need to all be made at the same time as you can’t add further choices under Apply 1. Training programmes have academic and non-academic criteria that need to be met.Apply 1Three choices. Any route, subject, age group, etc.You don’t have to use all three choices but you can’t add to them.Make your choices carefully.Apply 2One choice at a time.Unlimited choices.Occurs if your Apply 1 choices were unsuccessful, declined, or you withdrew from them.You can still apply for a programme you were unsuccessful for in Apply 1.You’ll have to attend an interview before you can be offered a place.  You’ll have ten working days to respond to offers. In Apply 1, this ten-day period starts once you’ve had responses from all your choices.  Of course, working in a secondary school isn’t the only way to teach foreign languages or Russian. LavaRussian Teacher 5.00 (8) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LarisaRussian Teacher 5.00 (2) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors InaRussian Teacher 4.88 (8) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors IrynaRussian Teacher 5.00 (8) £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EvgeniaRussian Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AnastassiaRussian Teacher 5.00 (2) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NikolaRussian Teacher 5.00 (4) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MargaritaRussian Teacher 5.00 (3) £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsDifferent Teaching Training ProgrammesJust like teaching in secondary schools isn’t the only way to go, the PGCE isn’t the only way to become a teacher.The PGCE includes a lot of work and study. (Source: StockSnap)There are over a dozen different ways to get qualified teacher status (QTS) in the UK.  You can find teacher training programmes in England through the Department for Education.  If you’re looking for programmes in Wales and Scotland, you can search using UCAS’ own search tool.  The process is a little different in Northern Ireland.Once you’ve found the right training programme for you, you’ll need to get your application ready. Take your time comparing different programmes and doing your research.Of course, you don’t need to teach as part of the national curriculum. There are plenty of other ways to teach Russian. You can teach in private language schools, associations, or as a private Russian tutor.Teaching Russian PrivatelyIf y ou don’t fancy being a teacher in a state school, you can take your teaching to private institutions or even work for yourself.Outside of the national curriculum, there are fewer formal qualifications required to teach Russian. Of course, that doesn’t mean that you can just walk through the door and start teaching. You’ll need to be good at both Russian and teaching and be able to prove it. While qualifications are always a good way to prove this, experience, references, and even the interview are also good ways to prove yourself worthy.The advantage of working in language schools or at associations is that you don’t need to find your students.  Additionally, the students will have chosen to learn Russian and will have more enthusiasm than secondary school pupils who may be being forced to study a given subject.Of course, that doesn’t mean that all your students will be nice and you won’t get to choose them like you would if you were a private Russian tutor.Find good Rus sian courses London on this platform.Teaching Russian as a Private TutorIf you decide to become a private tutor, you’re the boss. You don’t need any formal qualifications in Russian or teaching.Work, work, work! (Source: Free-Photos)Of course, you’ll be operating within a free market and you’ll need to prove yourself to your students through your teaching. Word of mouth, reviews, and recommendations will be your best friends when it comes to finding students.In this line of work, you can choose your rates, your timetable (given it works with your students), and what and how you teach.  You can teach general Russian tutorials or specialise in certain aspects of the language such as:Russian GrammarThe Cyrillic AlphabetRussian conversation skillsGrammatical conceptsRussian verbs, adjectives, nouns, adverbs, etc.Russian sentence structure, syntax, and words and phrases.So are you ready to start teaching Russian?Before you start helping students with their language study, think c arefully about the type of language course you want to teach.Would you prefer teaching Russian as a second language in a school or would you prefer tailoring Russian courses to private students?Do you want to teach Russian in the UK or abroad?While western European languages are commonly taught here in the UK, in places like Ukraine, Ukrainian and Russian are both used.  If you want to teach Russian courses, you should think about going to places where it's a common second language.There are no official requirements for private tutors so if you want to start teaching Russian vocabulary to beginners, you can start teaching your Russian language lessons while studying Russian as an undergraduate at university, for example.Even if you're not doing Russian studies, you can always teach people about the Russian alphabet and Russian speaking culture with intensive private tutorials. As long as you know what you're teaching and are good at teaching it, you can teach whatever you want as a private tutor.While being fluent in Russian will help, if you don't use the right teaching techniques, it won't matter if you know every conjugation, personal pronouns, and tonnes about the language of the former Soviet Union.If you want to become a private tutor, consider making your profile on Superprof today. You can offer both one-on-one tutorials and online tutorials!

What is the ASVAB Test Get ASVAB Tutor Help Today! - Private Tutoring

What is the ASVAB Test Get ASVAB Tutor Help Today! Jelena Feb 10, 2016 Find a top rated ASVAB tutor near you! It's simple and secure - Get real results fast. Find expert private tutors at reasonable rates today! InPerson or Online Online InPerson  ASVAB or The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is a military entrance test that measures your ability currently and predicts your future occupational and academic success in a military career. The ASVAB is the most taken multiple-aptitude test battery in the world. Its common for test takers to be looking for ASVAB help before they take the test. Over one million high school students and post-secondary students take this test. This test is used by all five branches of the U.S. Armed Services to determine the eligibility of the applicants for enlistment and qualification for a military career opportunity. The five branches of the U.S. Armed Services that use the ASVAB test are: Army Navy Marine Corps Air Force Coast Guard The ASVAB determines your skills by measuring your strengths, weaknesses, and your potential to make it far in the branch of military service that you might be pursuing. Who Can Take the ASVAB? This test is meant for both men and women planning to enlist in any of branches of the Armed Services. The requirements for taking the ASVAB are: You must be between the age of 17 and 35 years You need to have a high school diploma/GED equivalent, or you need to at least plan to graduate from high school or gain a GED certificate You have to be a U.S. citizen or an immigrant with permanent residence with naturalization documents You have to meet other requirements (marital status, dependents, moral character) What is Included In the ASVAB Tests? The content tested on the ASVAB is divided into eight subject areas (sub-tests): General Science This subtest measures your knowledge of the physical and biological sciences. Number of questions: 25 Time limit: 11 min Arithmetic Reasoning Measures your ability to solve various arithmetic word problems. Number of question: 30 Time limit: 36min Word Knowledge Measures your ability to choose the correct meaning of words given in context and to find the best synonym for a particular word. Number of question: 35 Time limit: 11 min Paragraph Comprehension Measures your ability to perceive and find information given in written passages Number of questions: 15 Time limit: 13 min Mathematics Knowledge Measures your knowledge of general mathematics principles; algebra and geometry included. Number of questions: 25 Time limit: 24 min Electronic Information Measures your knowledge of radio principles, electricity, and electronics. Number of questions: 20 Time limit: 9 min Auto and Shop Information Measures your knowledge of wood and metal shop practices as well as knowledge of automotive maintenance. Number of questions: 25 Time limit: 11 min Mechanical Comprehension Measures your knowledge of physical and mechanical principals and your ability to visualize how illustrated objects work. Number of questions: 25 Time limit: 19 min How Long is the ASVAB? You are given approximately 3 hours 20 minutes to finish the test. You Might Also Like: How to Study 25 Study Tips You Need Now ASVAB Help How Can You Prepare for the Test? There are three possible ways of preparing for the ASVAB test: Self-study If you are a highly self-motivated person, then you will probably choose to study on your own. You should make a schedule and a calendar to follow your progress. This is a bit challenging method to prepare for the ASVAB because you will need to collect the study material on your own and you might find it hard and time-consuming to get any questions you have regarding the study material or questions resolved.   You need to make sure that you test yourself and cover all areas and sections of the test during your review process.   Repeated review and studying of the different areas will make the actual test easier and you will feel more comfortable during the exam itself. Team or Small Group Study Some of us like to work in groups, and prepping for the ASVAB exam is a perfect time and method of preparing for the exam.   A small group of like-minded friends can make an excellent study environment and can be very motivating.   Group or team studying makes you stick to a schedule and be responsible about what you need to get done.   You will be letting others down if you dont show up or know the materials that are supposed to be covered each day.   You have others that you can ask questions of and run through various scenarios as well. Attending Classes Online and offline classes are a great way to prepare for your test. You can hire ASVAB tutors to guide you through your study process and to help you cope with the material. Private tutoring can be either online or in person home tutors , depending on your location and what works best with your schedule. Why Choose an ASVAB Tutor? Finding an ASVAB tutor, or tutor for any other test, is probably the best choice because it will save you hours of searching for the right material or answers. When you hire a tutor for your test, he or she will have the material ready for you, and is skilled in the topics that you need to know. ASVAB tutors also have practice tests prepared for you, as well as having completed the study material and tests themselves. This will enable you to be thoroughly prepared and comfortable about what will be on the actual exam. A regular study schedule is another “plus” of ASVAB tutoring. Your ASVAB tutor will make a personalized schedule, drafted based on your strong and weak points. The tutor you hire will get to know your weaknesses and will help you turn your weaknesses into your strengths. Having a tutor help you with all the problematic questions and areas is crucial because you need to learn things the right way, and you need to understand why the answer is right or wrong. Clearing up any questions or problematic areas is exactly what your tutor is planning on doing. ASVAB practice tests are provided by the tutor you hire. These practice tests not only help you determine problematic areas but also prepare you mentally for taking the test. Many of us have the “exam anxiety” that includes nervousness, loss of focus or concentration and fear when taking an exam. When you have a chance to see what the test will look like before taking it, and what will the questions be like, it’s less probable you will panic on the day of your real test. You will be prepared and armed now only with great knowledge but with self-confidence and good concentration. Image courtesy of Pixabay.com Hiring an ASVAB tutor to help you with your test will make studying easier and will help you to comprehend the material better and in a shorter time. 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Apply to vs Apply for

Apply to vs Apply for Source:  Wikimedia Commons What is the difference between  apply to  and apply for? Do you find prepositions confusing? Do you sometimes wonder which preposition to use, unsure of its effect on meaning? You are not alone. In the article below, you will learn the difference between apply to and apply for, and you will learn how to correct this common grammar error. Rules and Examples RULE: Use  apply to  to say WHERE you are applying and use  apply for  to say the PURPOSE of your application. EXAMPLE: You could apply  to  the hospital. Send your CV and apply  for  a job. INCORRECT: I will apply  for  another university if I dont get accepted by my first choice. CORRECT: I will to apply  to  another university if I dont get accepted by my first choice. INCORRECT: You can apply  to  the job online. CORRECT: You can apply  for  the job online. Please follow and like us:

The Modern Method to Learning Grammar in a Foreign Language

The Modern Method to Learning Grammar in a Foreign Language The Modern Method to Learning Grammar in a Foreign Language The world around us has changed drastically.All the books you own can fit in a single device.The phone, I mean computer, in your pocket has evolved from a room-size machine to a pocket-size device.Even the cars we drive are no longer what they used to be.So, why would someone try to learn a language the way it used to be learned?Imagine how much more efficient you could be at learning your target language(s) if you knew how to  approach learning the modern way.Traditionally, language learning centered around grammar. It was the emphasis, the main component. Many students focused on  studying grammar charts.But modern language learners have different views and take different approaches.We learn grammar by taking a relaxed, conversational approachâ€"we learn the modern way.Now, how did we break from tradition? How did we convince ourselves to do things differently than they were done in the past and accept a new approach to learning grammar? The Modern Method to Learning Grammar in a Foreign LanguageThe Three Principles of Grammar in Modern Language LearningWe started our break from traditional learning methods by understanding three general concepts about grammar that shape our approach to learning it the modern way. Let’s explore each of those three ideas together.1. Grammar is a side dish, not the main courseDo you remember art class? Glue was important, but it wasn’t the emphasis. Nobody looked at your piece of art and complemented you on how well you used the glue. Glue isn’t spectacular. It’s important because it holds things together. But its only supplemental. Its not the principal component.Modern language learners understand that grammar is the glue of language, and modern technology has adapted to this understanding. One example is the Grammarly app, a convenient grammar checker for your browser that checks your English writing for errors whenever you type anything online. Technology like this shows that we know grammar still matters for clar ity, but we also dont want to have to think about it all the time.Phrases, vocabulary and conversation are the key ingredients in language. Grammar is important. But its function is to hold all the other parts together.No artist would make a piece of art by simply smearing glue all over a canvas. Nor do we modern language learners overwhelm ourselves with the grammar that holds all the pieces of our language learning together. We don’t ignore or overlook it, but we dont emphasize it above other language learning aspects either. We simply combine all components of language (and use grammar to glue them together) to create a beautiful piece of linguistic art.Modern language learners relax. We emphasize conversation and see grammar as simply a tool to help us accomplish that goal.2. You dont have to know it allAfter you master one element of grammar, another one will pop up. If you learn all the ones that pop up, then the first one you learned will have changed because languages cons tantly evolve.Modern language learners avoid discouragement by taking it easy and viewing grammar as a journey, not a destination. We learn as we go, make mistakes along the way and try to take a relaxed approach to whatever language were learning.This approach makes learning language fun and keeps the stress at bay. The modern way is to do it without the pressure and enjoy the ride.3. Conversational grammar is still grammarTheres a difference between conversational grammar and academic grammar. Just because something is not grammatically correct in writing, doesn’t mean its “wrong” to say it a certain way in conversation. In fact, speaking a language in perfect academic grammatical patterns will give away your “foreigner status” quicker than an accent.The key to learning grammar is to give yourself a break and know that conversational grammar is still an acceptable form of grammar to learn. Its okay to say things the way natives say them even if writing that way wouldnt b e acceptable.Traditionally, language learners forced grammar lessons on themselves, then tried to speak the way the academic grammar demanded. This makes conversation sound forced and unnatural.Modern language learners relax. We converse with comfort and accept conversational grammar as an acceptable form of grammar to use in daily practice.Now that we’ve looked at the three ideas that shape modern language learners’ approach to learning grammar, we also need to consider the three things modern linguists avoid when learning grammar.Understanding these obstacles and getting beyond them is also essential to transition from the traditional approach to learning grammar to a more modern method. Let’s look at each one of these thoughts together.How Modern Language Learners Dodge 3 Obstacles to Learning Grammar1. We avoid getting overwhelmed with textbooksTextbooks are excellent resources. They provide a wealth of information on many different aspects of a language. And with so much information in front of one’s face, its easy to get overwhelmed and feel like learning the language is next to impossible.Modern language learners breathe. We use textbooks and other valuable resources. But we never let them overwhelm us.2. We avoid focusing too much on grammarIts important to learn grammar but not study it too much. Vocabulary, conversation and comprehension are essential along with grammar. A good metric is to use about 25% of your study time to learn grammar. The other 75% should emphasize fun audio listening and engaging conversations with people who speak the language.Language in its natural form is never learned from grammar charts and vocabulary lists. Not that those are bad. But consider that language is naturally learned in context. Its developed in relaxed, conversational settings.Children make plenty of grammar mistakes but continue to learn the language by emphasizing natural, real-life conversation. They relax and learn it naturally without getting to o focused on mastering grammar.Modern language learners take the same approach.3. We avoid get-fluent-quick schemesLife is a series of give-and-take. You get out what you put in. The reason get-rich-quick schemes dont work is because they promise something for nothing. Language learning is just the same.When we say “modern,” we dont mean quick or effortless. We simply mean different than before. Language learning requires effort, and it takes time.Anything promising to have you master grammar in 10 days or less can leave you discouraged. You didn’t even learn to tie your shoes in 10 days or lessâ€"that took your entire kindergarten year to figure out!Modern language learners avoid the three-week-guarantee propaganda and focus on conversational skills in a relaxed, but consistent manner. We push day-in and day-out towards the goal and eventually achieve the results we’re after.So, how do we learn grammar the modern way? We can’t ignore grammar altogether and pretend it isnâ €™t at all important. So, what can we do to learn it in ways that differ from traditional approaches?There are in fact three things modern language learners do when learning grammar. Let’s look at each one together.3 Ways Modern Learners Approach Grammar1. We read what we enjoy, not what we’re “supposed” to readReading exposes us to grammar in its natural context. And yes, reading in a foreign language is difficult. But its easier when you read what you love. The key is to read what you would normally read in English.For example, if you like cooking, you can read food magazines in your target language. A relaxed approach is best. So, open the umbrella, stretch out on the lawn chair, get the lemonade and read what you love with the breeze blowing around you.2. We study in short, frequent intervals, not long and random spurtsSix 10-minute sessions of grammar practice is better than one hour straight through. We learn best in short segments. And language is learned by frequent repetition.Good language learners study in small, frequent intervals for optimal results.3. We use the grammar we learn in real conversationsThe  best way to learn something is to do it. We learn better by using what we learn than by letting our new information collect dust in our brain cells.A good approach to learning (and remembering grammar) is to use the one grammar concept you last learned in a conversation five times within the next day. Then learn the next concept. Then use it five times in conversation. Keep repeating this process and youll program grammatical patterns into your use of the language.This is better than memorizing five concepts, using one, then forgetting four. Instead of learning five then using one, try to learn one then use it five times. It may be only one. But one concept remembered is better than ten concepts forgotten.The key is to relax. Modern language learning takes the pressure off, focuses on conversation and makes learning languages fun. Modern l inguists understand that grammar is important, but it isn’t everything. We dont have to know it all. And conversational grammar is still grammar. We don’t get overwhelmed with good resources, we don’t focus too much on grammar, and we avoid the get-fluent-in-a-week claims that discourage some learners. As modern language learners, we read what we enjoy, study in short intervals and use what we learn in real conversation.And besides, learning modern grammar in real-life conversation will keep you from sounding like a professor from the 17th century who forgot that her language has changed over the past 500 years. And One More ThingLearning grammar is easy and fun when youre using FluentU. FluentU makes it possible to learn languages  from music videos, commercials, news and inspiring talks.With FluentU, you learn real languagesâ€"the same way real people speak them. FluentU has a wide variety of videos like movie trailers, funny commercials and web series, as you can see here :FluentU App Browse ScreenFluentU has interactive captions that let you tap on any word to see an image, definition, audio and useful examples. Now native language content is within reach with interactive transcripts.Didnt catch something? Go back and listen again. Missed a word? Hover your mouse over the subtitles to instantly view definitions.FluentU Interactive TranscriptsYou can learn all the vocabulary in any video with FluentUs quiz mode. Swipe left or right to see  more examples for the word you’re learning.FluentU Has Quizzes for Every VideoAnd FluentU always keeps track of vocabulary that you’re learning. It uses that vocab to give you a 100% personalized experience by recommending videos and examples.