Wednesday, March 25, 2020

The Ultimate Way to Learn Chemistry

The Ultimate Way to Learn ChemistryA member of the Physical Education department at McGill University, the MCat Organic Chemistry Tutor Videos offers a more comprehensive approach to students with little or no prior experience in chemistry. The videos feature over 30 demonstrations that are incorporated into easy to follow online video tutorials.As soon as the user registers for the course, he or she is presented with a set of video tutorials that will enable the student's comfort level with a variety of online chemistry programs. The tutorials are divided into four chapters, each comprised of three units: Introduction, Fundamentals and Calculus.The tutor sets of video tutorials are divided into two main parts. The first part covers the content needed for Introduction to Chem. The next section is a collection of videos that cover common and advanced topics in Organic Chemistry.In addition to the tutorial videos, students will be presented with a plethora of tutorials. These tutorials include a series of videos on reagents, commonly used chemicals and lab workflows. The videos also include tips and instructions for reagents and supplies used in the lectures.As previously mentioned, the tutorials in Organic Chemistry includes tutorials on regular laboratory material and procedures in a variety of experiments. An example of this is how to prepare certain reagents.The series of Organic Chemistry Tutorial Videos has been developed specifically to assist budding chemistry students, both individuals and schools, who are interested in learning about the subject. There are a wide range of tutorials that are featured in the series. These tutorials include special topics like organic dyes, solvents, and solubility as well as laboratory procedures such as building a crystal, going in-situ, combining solvents, chromatography, spectroscopy, and NMR.The MCat Organic Chemistry Tutor Videos is fast becoming one of the most effective methods of teaching students how to work effi ciently with various chemistry classes. In a matter of minutes, the videos will provide the necessary knowledge for anyone interested in this degree.

Friday, March 6, 2020

Ways to Give News in English - Secrets of a Good Conversation

Ways to Give News in English - Secrets of a Good Conversation Learn different ways to give news in English and improve your speaking skills.News is something most of us can not live without. Whether it is the local, national or  international news we crave it (really want it). However, not all news, as we well know, is  good news and often we receive bad news. So here are some ways for talking about the news in English. These expressions will help you in English conversation when you either have to deliver  (give)  good and bad news or receive it.There are many different ways to give news in English whether it is good or bad. Some people are better than others at delivering bad news and normally most people do not have a problem giving good news. Enjoyed this infographic? Here’s what you can do next: Ways to Give News in English I have listed below the expressions we can use to give both  good and bad news followed by a quick situation that may give rise to such a statement.  Then I have followed that with typical responses we use for both bad and good news with  some appropriate words. In many situations where the news is not seriously bad or so  excitingly good then more reserved or calmer responses are more appropriate (like too  bad, how awful or that’s unfortunate) but where the news is extreme then the response is  usually similar:wow, that’s wonderfulamazingoh poor youI am really really sorry… Giving Good News in English I’M REALLY PLEASED TO TELL YOU…you have been awarded a bonus by the  management in recognition of your achievements this year.I’VE GOT A BIT OF GOOD NEWS TO TELL YOU…  we are going to have a baby! Isn’t  that wonderful. I am so excited.I’VE GOT SOME GOOD / BRILLIANT / GREAT / WONDERFUL / SPLENDID NEWS FOR  YOU…depending how big the news is you can use a number of adjectives  and their superlative form to pass on (give) your good news.YOU KNOW WHAT! I’VE GOT A BIT OF GREAT NEWS FOR YOU…you know that old car in the garage that we have been trying to sell for months? Well someone at last has seen the advert came around earlier today and offered us the price we were asking!!GREAT NEWS FOR YOU…you are in the team for the next match.You played  well last week and you deserve your place. Ways to Give News in English Giving Bad News in English I’M AFRAID I’VE GOT SOME BAD NEWS FOR YOU…you are not being considered for  the vacancy in the accounts department. I am really sorry but another  candidate with more experience has been offered the job.I’M SORRY I’VE GOT A BIT OF BAD NEWS TO TELL YOU..I had an accident in the car  on the way to work today. It wasn’t really my fault and there was nothing I  could do. The car in front of me stopped suddenly .I braked and the car  behind me ran in to the back of me and has damaged the bumperI REALLY DON’T KNOW HOW TO SAY IT, BUT …I am sorry I don’t think we can be  together anymore. I have met someone else and I think our relationship has  gone as far as it could go..I’M SORRY TO HAVE TO SAY THIS, BUT …your work is just not good enough. You  work hard but there Are too many mistakes and we constantly have to  correct it. We feel it would be better for you and us if you moved on and  found another job.I REALLY FEEL BAD TO HAVE TO SAY THIS, BUT …its either me or t he cat! The cat  does not like me and I am constantly cleaning hair off my clothes. It is old  and smells and I am not comfortable with the way it looks at me. I know you  have had it a long time but.. Ways to Reply to News in English Responding to Good News in English WOW, THAT’S SOUNDS EXCITING!When do you move? What are you going to do  with your apartment and car? Have you told your parents yet?THAT’S GREAT!I’ll book the hotel now and the flights and we can look on  line to see what we can do when we get there. It will be great to have a  break.HOW FANTASTIC!Wow, a baby. After all this time.  I cannot wait to tell my  friends.WHAT FANTASTIC / GOOD / BRILLIANT / GREAT / WONDERFUL / SPLENDID NEWS!I am  sure you are thrilled. When did you hear? How did you react when you  heard?THAT’S GOOD / BRILLIANT / GREAT / WONDERFUL / SPLENDID NEWS!Same as above.THAT SOUNDS LIKE GREAT NEWS!you must be over the moon. It’s a great  opportunity for you and your family.CONGRATULATIONS!It could not have happened to a nicer person. Well  deserved.THAT’S WONDERFUL / FANTASTIC!We must go out and have a few beers to  celebrate. You are buying!I’M GLAD TO HEAR THAT!I needed some good news to start the week. Let’s  hope this continues for the rest of the year!Great news!Incredible!Superb!Sounds great!Lucky you!Oh, how wonderful!I can’t believe that!All of these single word responses can be used in any good news situation no matter what the occasion is. How to Respond to Good News in English Enjoyed this infographic? Here’s what you can do next: Responding to Bad News in English I’M AWFULLY SORRY THAT…it had to be you that had to tell me.  I know it cannot  be easy. What happened exactly?I’M SORRY TO HEAR THATWhen are you leaving? Where will you go? Will you  write to me and keep in touch?I’M SORRY TO HEAR SUCH TERRIBLE NEWSIt must be very upsetting for you. Is  there anything I can do to help? If you need anything all you need to do is  ask and I will be happy to help if I can.MY GOODNESS!I was not expecting that. Don’t you think you are over  reacting a little? It’s only a cat!I CAN’T BELIEVE IT!Your work was always good and your boss always seemed  happy with you. Are you sure there was no other reasonPOOR YOU!you must me devastated. But you know you will get another job  quickly. You are too good at what you do.I DO SYMPATHIZE WITH YOUIt’s not easy to hear bad news like that but you  seem to be taking it as well as could be expected under the circumstances.PLEASE, ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHYLosing a parent is never easy even at  such a gre at age. At least it was pain free in the end.I KNOW HOW YOU MUST BE FEELINGI lost my father a few years ago and I still  think of him a lot.THAT MUST BE AWFULHow did it happen?  Did they break in when you were  asleep or when you were out. My god at least you were not injured.OH, DEAR!That’s too bad and we were looking forward to meeting up with you. Never mind we can re arrange it when you are feeling better.TOO BAD!We would all have enjoyed meeting you. But look we are going to  meet up more regularly now and so there will be another chance to catch  up next month.THAT’S AWFUL / A PITY / UNFORTUNATEBut if there is not too much damage  perhaps it won’t cost so much and the insurance will pay for most of the  repairs.

How To Build Up The Skills Employers Think Students Lack

How To Build Up The Skills Employers Think Students Lack Image via blog.shepell.com Relax before you speak and make sure you clarify whatever is being said. Miscommunication often leads to problems in the workplace. Lastly, empathize and always be positive. Talk to all your coworkers in a constructive tone and you will receive the same back. Remember, everyone has different points of view so always keep that in the back of your mind when conversing. Understand where the other person is coming from. If you follow these small tips, your interpersonal skills will greatly improve and have a positive impact in your work environment. In addition, problem-solving was another skill employers mentioned that they found college graduates lacking. This is not just doing math problems; this refers to analytical thinking. The first step in improving your problem-solving skills is to fully understand the problem. According to wikihow.com: “If you don’t properly understand the problem, your solutions may be ineffective or fail entirely. To define the problem you will have to ask questions and look at different angles. For example, is there one problem or actually several? Can you restate the problem in your own words?” This means you will probably also have to gather more information. In order to get a clear picture of everything, you need to know everything. Once that is done is when you can begin the second step making a plan. When you start formulating a plan, look at your gathered information as a whole and order its importance. Following that, you can start drafting multiple solutions. It is important to have choices; it gives you more options to solve the problem. That way you are not stuck trying to make one solution work. According to wikihow.com: “Use analogies and similarities. Try to find a resemblance with a previously solved or common problem. If you can find commonalities between your situation and one youve dealt with before, you may be able to adapt some of the solutions for use now.” Once you have planned out a couple solutions, evaluate them and pick one. Now you have to implement it. When you put your plan into practice, do a trial-run first (if you can). See how it works for a few days or weeks, depending on what the original problem was. Review the results and if nothing has changed, you go back to the drawing board, or try out one of your other options. Make adjustments as you go along; new problems always arise. There are other ways to work on your problem-solving skills as well. According to wikihow.com: “Play video games. Video games have been portrayed as intellectually lazy for a long time. However, new research shows that playing video games can improve parts of thinking like spatial perception, reasoning and memory.” Choose the game wisely, as obviously not all video games are suitable for training your problem-solving skills. Try a puzzle game or a role-playing game, something that makes you think. In addition, try taking up a hobby that forces you to do some strategic thinking. This includes chess, learning a foreign language, Sudoku, or web design. Tackling interpersonal problem-solving skills, the most answered in the said survey, will improve your meaning in the work place. Therefore, your employers will be happy and the transition from college to the working world will be smoother.

Thursday, March 5, 2020

OC Tutoring Tips Four Tips For a Better Study Session

OC Tutoring Tips Four Tips For a Better Study Session Tips From a Private Orange County Tutor: How to Make the Most Out of Your Study Session Tips From a Private Orange County Tutor: How to Make the Most Out of Your Study Session No matter how smart you are, odds are you’ll have to invest some of your time studying for your classes. Studying is a big part of being a student, and a key to success when it comes time to take exams. Studying is also essential for students preparing to take the ACT, SAT, or any other form of entrance exam. Below are four tips to help you make the most out of your study sessions. 1. Mute All Distractions Checking your Instagram every few minutes? Is the TV on in the other room and you can’t stop listening to it? Whatever the distraction may be, it’s best to put it on mute so you can concentrate. Remember that where you study matters. If you’re going to try and study in the living room while your siblings gossip and watch TV, you’re not going to retain what you are learning. A solution would be to study at the library, which is always a calm and quiet oasis for students. What about that phone? There are apps that you can use to block websites such as Instagram and Facebook for a certain amount of time. Shutting these distractions off completely will make for a much more productive study session. 2. Make Sure You Are Organized Once you finally get the willpower to sit down and study, the last thing you want is to get up and look for something. Before beginning your study session, make sure you have all of the right materials, books, notes, etc. that you will need. Keep the documents organized   so you’re not scrambling through a bunch of papers the whole time. A little organization can go a long way. 3. Take breaks If you plan on studying for a few hours, it’s important to take breaks so you don’t overload the system. Leave your phone and computer inside and take a quick walk around the neighborhood. Just don’t take too many breaks (READ: 10 Reason Why You Need a Summer Tutor). 4. Use a private OC Tutor As mentioned in the previous tips, studying can be overwhelming. Do you have enough time? Are you forgetting about something? Have you mastered a topic enough to move on to the next one? These are all questions that a private Orange County tutor can help you answer. By assessing your workload and how you performed on past tests, our tutors will make sure you are focusing on the right things while studying. Further, our private OC tutors are full of tips and insights when it comes to studying and test taking, which is why they’ve been so successful in their academic careers. Our private OC tutors are here to help you with studying, test prep, and anything else you could need help with in your academic career. Call TutorNerds today for more information. Members of the TutorNerds team and our private tutors write every blog post. If you have any questions about our blog, please email us at pr@tutornerds.com.

Collaboration Versus Solitude Which One Drives Innovation

Collaboration Versus Solitude Which One Drives Innovation Photo by Keith Mulcahy via Flickr. Cain also highlights that while some interaction is good and fuels productivity, most office platforms that involve being corralled into endless meetings or conference calls conducted in offices that afford no respite from the noise and gaze of co-workers, is limiting, since studies show the employees with open-plan offices are more susceptible to sickness, have a higher incidence of stress, and are more hostile than their closed-office counterparts. We can even get a taste for the disdain of constant contact through a simple headline from an article in the  Guardian,  titled, Open-plan offices were devised by Satan in the deepest caverns of Hell. So what is going on in groups that is in some cases spurring innovation, yet oftentimes limiting it? The differences may lie in the way humans socialize; as social beings, most humans desire to be liked and accepted by their peers and certain groups (think cliques in high school). Keeping this in mind, it is only natural that in a group environment, individuals opinions are easily swayed and influenced by that of the group namely, the more charismatic leaders. This isnt to say that introverted individuals are pushovers, but that almost everyone in a group setting is (at least subconsciously) trying to fit in with the group and/or monitoring the reactions of others, which is a  huge  distraction factor. The reasons brainstorming fails are instructive for other forms of group work, too, Cain wrote. People in groups tend to sit back and let others do the work; they instinctively mimic others’ opinions and lose sight of their own and, often succumb to peer pressure. These distractions disappear when an individual is alone. Cain goes on to mention a study involving Emory University neuroscientist Gregory Berns, which found that when we voice an opinion that is different from the majority, we activate the amygdala, the organ in our brain associated with fear of rejection. Berns termed this phenomenon the pain of independence, and highlights how it can be difficult to open up with ideas in a group setting. Any time people come together in a meeting, we’re not necessarily getting the best ideas; we’re just getting the ideas of the best talkers, Cain said in an interview with Fast Company. While it is safe to say that solidarity versus collaboration and creativity depends highly on the individual personality, it is also worth noting that there may be different stages in the creative process that require both solitude and collaboration. If someone is really trying to nail down an idea and bring it into creation, solitude is by far the best option for getting the work done, and this is something companies that employ individuals doing this type of work should consider in order to generate higher quality work. On the other hand, one-on-one collaborations in a casual environment may lead to unexplored avenues of thought around an established idea. Collaborations are also great for executing ideas into the public and mainstream, as ideas often rely on a bit of extraversion to bring to light. It is interesting to note, however, that many successful leaders and innovators of history and today, such as Ghandi, JK Rowling and Eleanor Roosevelt, are introverts. Also, religious teachings around the world center around prophets such as Moses and Buddha venturing off alone in order to come back with revelations. Even Albert Einstein was a reported introvert, writing, The monotony and solitude of a quiet life stimulates the creative mind. It seems, in a society that values the Group and charismatic, extroverted leaders, that it is time to reevaluate the roots of innovation, and awaken again the respect that once existed for the quieter individual. Only then can we begin to strike a balance between group efforts and working alone. And maybe, after years of enacting the New Groupthink, we can again discover that it is only after we have left the herd that we can return with revelations.

This Regional Spelling Bee Winner is Motivated by Success

This Regional Spelling Bee Winner is Motivated by Success This Regional Spelling Bee Winner is Motivated by Success Vihaan, 10-years-old, Math Level K Reading Level HII In 2018, 28 of the brightest students in second through eighth grade, gathered to compete in the Central Texas Spelling Bee. Vihaan was one of three students left standing in the 40th round of the spelling bee. The pressure was on as just one wrong letter could immediately disqualify the young competitors.   “Commensurate. C-O-M-M-E-N-S-U-R-A-T-E. Commensurate,” Vihaan said confidently. The correct spelling of this 12-letter adjective made Vihaan the youngest student to ever win the Central Texas Spelling Bee. Vihaan’s motivation to compete is fueled by his own success. Ahead of the regional spelling bee, Vihaan challenged himself to read one million words, and dedicated early mornings to practice spelling them. Feeling confident in his win, Vihaan went on to compete at the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Vihaan’s hard work proved to pay off again as he tied for 42nd place out of 519 students. “My success in competing in multiple spelling bee competitions reinforces the fact that hard work and consistency are great virtues to have,” said Vihaan. “Kumon gives me the confidence to take on challenges that seem daunting to others.” Outside of the classroom, Vihaan enjoys hitting the courts to play tennis â€" putting his agility and focus to the test. With a passion for the performing arts, Vihaan is an accomplished pianist and even takes the stage in recitals with his dance group. Vihaan was one of 56 students selected for Kumon’s 3rd Annual Student Conference in Chicago, Illinois. “I was so pumped when I found out I was selected to attend the Student Conference,” said Vihaan. “I really enjoyed my time at the conference and made so many new friends. I especially loved the Math on Mars activity to show off my skills!” Vihaan and the rest of the attendees had the opportunity to learn from each other through educational activities designed to foster team building, group discussion, critical thinking and creativity. Vihaan shares how Kumon helps him in and out of the classroom, and his plans for the future. How has Kumon helped you outside of the classroom? Kumon has helped me improve my time management skills. I’m able to balance my extracurricular activities and my homework with ease. How has Kumon helped you academically? I have always loved learning new things, and Kumon has helped me build upon that. My learning skills have really evolved since I enrolled. If you could sum up your Kumon experience in one word, what would it be? Rewarding.   Who’s your biggest inspiration and why? My biggest inspiration is professional tennis player, Rafael “Rafa” Nadal. I look up to him because he has been dedicated and working hard since he was only four years old. What do you want to be when you grow up? I would like to become a tennis player and a software designer. What advice would you give to kids just starting Kumon? If you ever feel like giving up, think about why you started. You enrolled in Kumon to gain valuable skills and to never give up. Discover even more student success stories. You might also be interested in: How One Girl’s Love for Reading Led Her to Become the Scripps National Spelling Bee Winner Three-Time Spelling Bee Champion Always Welcomes a Challenge Motivated by his Peers, this Kumon Student Wants to be an Architect and a Doctor Kumon Reading Program Completer Motivated by Other Students This Regional Spelling Bee Winner is Motivated by Success This Regional Spelling Bee Winner is Motivated by Success Vihaan, 10-years-old, Math Level K Reading Level HII In 2018, 28 of the brightest students in second through eighth grade, gathered to compete in the Central Texas Spelling Bee. Vihaan was one of three students left standing in the 40th round of the spelling bee. The pressure was on as just one wrong letter could immediately disqualify the young competitors.   “Commensurate. C-O-M-M-E-N-S-U-R-A-T-E. Commensurate,” Vihaan said confidently. The correct spelling of this 12-letter adjective made Vihaan the youngest student to ever win the Central Texas Spelling Bee. Vihaan’s motivation to compete is fueled by his own success. Ahead of the regional spelling bee, Vihaan challenged himself to read one million words, and dedicated early mornings to practice spelling them. Feeling confident in his win, Vihaan went on to compete at the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Vihaan’s hard work proved to pay off again as he tied for 42nd place out of 519 students. “My success in competing in multiple spelling bee competitions reinforces the fact that hard work and consistency are great virtues to have,” said Vihaan. “Kumon gives me the confidence to take on challenges that seem daunting to others.” Outside of the classroom, Vihaan enjoys hitting the courts to play tennis â€" putting his agility and focus to the test. With a passion for the performing arts, Vihaan is an accomplished pianist and even takes the stage in recitals with his dance group. Vihaan was one of 56 students selected for Kumon’s 3rd Annual Student Conference in Chicago, Illinois. “I was so pumped when I found out I was selected to attend the Student Conference,” said Vihaan. “I really enjoyed my time at the conference and made so many new friends. I especially loved the Math on Mars activity to show off my skills!” Vihaan and the rest of the attendees had the opportunity to learn from each other through educational activities designed to foster team building, group discussion, critical thinking and creativity. Vihaan shares how Kumon helps him in and out of the classroom, and his plans for the future. How has Kumon helped you outside of the classroom? Kumon has helped me improve my time management skills. I’m able to balance my extracurricular activities and my homework with ease. How has Kumon helped you academically? I have always loved learning new things, and Kumon has helped me build upon that. My learning skills have really evolved since I enrolled. If you could sum up your Kumon experience in one word, what would it be? Rewarding.   Who’s your biggest inspiration and why? My biggest inspiration is professional tennis player, Rafael “Rafa” Nadal. I look up to him because he has been dedicated and working hard since he was only four years old. What do you want to be when you grow up? I would like to become a tennis player and a software designer. What advice would you give to kids just starting Kumon? If you ever feel like giving up, think about why you started. You enrolled in Kumon to gain valuable skills and to never give up. Discover even more student success stories. You might also be interested in: How One Girl’s Love for Reading Led Her to Become the Scripps National Spelling Bee Winner Three-Time Spelling Bee Champion Always Welcomes a Challenge Motivated by his Peers, this Kumon Student Wants to be an Architect and a Doctor Kumon Reading Program Completer Motivated by Other Students

Algebra Homewortho5rk Helps

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