Where Online Typing Tutoring Comes In

Where Online Typing Tutoring Comes InOnline typing tutoring is the use of the internet to provide higher education and learning to children who have trouble typing, because typing is a skill that can be learned and perfected through practice. It is not just limited to kids, there are many adults who find it useful for their own typing needs.For some people choose to go to a school and take typing lessons in order to learn the skill. Others do this on their own and therefore do not pay the expensive tuition costs that a regular teacher would charge for learning a very skill that most people prefer to ignore. Either way these classes are provided to people on the internet, which means they can sign up at any time and find an online typing tutor at a price that fits in their budget.The best way to decide if it is right for you is to do a little research into schools. How well equipped are they with teaching materials, how well do they keep up-to-date with the latest technology, how much money do they charge, how long does it take to get your results back. These are all questions that you should be asking yourself.Typing is a skill that is developed by hours of practice. It takes a lot of practice to get the correct way of writing letters, numbers and words correctly. This is why a good typing tutor will sit down with you and work out how much time you have to learn and then what you should be doing to improve your typing skills.Typing is the skill that allows people to make the simplest of information like birthdays, dates and so on, which is the basis of so many other computer games. Those who have typing skills can create everything from the easy to the complex of things, this is where typing tutoring comes in.Online typing tutoring is especially useful for those who are looking to get a promotion or they want to start a new career. It gives you a more serious outlook on life and it helps you develop a great typing skills for any situation you may encounter.Typi ng is a skill that many people have. Finding a good online typing tutor will provide you with a chance to further develop your skills so that you do not have to spend money on expensive tuition, simply gain the skill and get on with life.

Should I Go To The University of Arizona

Should I Go To The University of Arizona The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach theyre sharing their college experiences as well. Jennifer is a junior at The University of Arizona majoring in Physiology. She specializes inmany subjects in Tucson including World History tutoring, Psychology tutoring, Chemistry tutoring, and more. See what she had to say about her school: VT: Describe the campus setting and transportation options.How urban or safe is the campus?Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Jennifer: The campus is in the middle of Tucson, which is a larger town in Arizona, but the campus has never felt unsafe in anyway! There are many things that the university does to keep its students safe, from maintaining a large campus police to having a program called SafeRide. SafeRide will drop you off at locations during the night if you feel unsafe, and it will also pick you up!Tucson's bus system is called the SunTran, and its routes are extremely extensive and will drive you to all corners of the city. VT: How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Jennifer: Every teacher and TA is required by the school to have set office hours in which students can come in and receive help. Usually, even if those hours interfere with other plans, teachers are willing to schedule extra office hours to meet up. Advisors are harder to get a hold of, as you have to make a specific appointment in advance, but they are definitely accessible. VT: How would you describe the dorm life rooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Jennifer: Dorm life is the best! There are at least 20 dorms on campus, all ranging in price, size, and location. It is a great way to make friends, and they're extremely convenient. You don't have to pick any certain meal plan if you live in the dorm; meal plans are sold separately. VT: Which majors/programs are best represented and supported?What did you study and why? Did the university do a good job supporting your particular area of study? Jennifer: The University of Arizona has a broad spectrum of majors, a lot of which are nationally ranked. I am currently studying Physiology, an extremely unique major to the college.I am studying Physiology because I believe it will give me the best background to go into medicine. The university supports every student in whatever they desire to be. VT: 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? Jennifer: It was extremely easy for me to make friends on campus, as I was living in the dorms and became close to all of my neighbors.Greek life does play a big role in our campus, with about 30% of students being in Greek life. However, it is certainly not necessary to be involved in Greek life. VT: How helpful is the Career Centerand other student support services?Do many reputable companies recruit on campus? Jennifer: The most important thing we have on campus is called the Think Tank.It supports students with student-to-student tutoring, and it has really helped me through tough times in some of my classes! It's also cool because many teachers hold their office hours in the Think Tank, so you can get help from them there, too. As for recruiting opportunities, the university holds job fairs at least twice a semester. VT: How are the various study areas such aslibraries, student union, and dorm lounges? Are they over-crowded, easily available, spacious? Jennifer: I love the libraries we have on campus! The most popular libraries we have are the Main Library and the Science Engineering Library, but we also have a Medical Library and an Art/Music Library. They are all very spacious, even though they definitely tend to get crowded around finals time. My favorite part about the libraries is getting my own individual study room; it allows me to concentrate better! VT: Describe the surrounding town. What kinds of outside establishments / things to do are there that make it fun, boring, or somewhere in between?To what extent do students go to the downtown area of the city versus staying near campus? Jennifer: Tucson is a medium-sized town with a lot of random things to do. I would say that in general, students tend to stay around campus, just because there are more student-oriented things to do. University Street and Fourth Avenue are big hang out spots, as they have restaurants, bookstores, clothing stores, and more. The downtown area isn't real big in Tucson, but they are attempting to renovate it, and soon enough, a streetcar will run from the university to downtown. VT: How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Jennifer: The university is quite large, with over 30,000 students.I knew this going into college, and it was what I wanted! It gives you an opportunity to meet a lot of new people. Some of the classes tend to be large, but you can definitely find many that are 20-30 students, especially Language courses. VT: Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Jennifer: One of my most memorable teachers was for Calculus 1.I had a graduate student teacher, named George! He was pretty much the most amazing math teacher ever, especially because I am a terrible math student.I constantly went in for help in his office hours, and I finally was able to progress, and advance at the end of the semester! He always made class fun, and it made me like math more! Check out Jennifers tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

The Writing Process Its Actually a Process!

The Writing Process It's Actually a Process! Improving Academic Performance When a paper is looming, it can be easy to get into absolutes and assume that, unless you can get something really fantastic down in the next couple of hours, you’re doomed. But let’s remember the old adage Rome wasn’t built in a day - and neither was your essay, short story, or research project. All good writing comes from rewriting. Even the greatest writers on earth will admit that their first drafts and ideas were often lackluster. Sometimes downright terrible. So don’t be discouraged. Be willing to write poorly, and then be willing to improve! (Remember that growth mindset!) It’s always best to start with some free writing, which used to be called brainstorming, to get your ideas down first. This can be done in a variety of ways, depending on the type of learner and writer you are. Some people benefit from diagrams and jotting notes, others outlines, and some (like me) get right to business writing paragraphs to then go back to edit and rearrange. You can even get creative and use apps on your iPhone! (Just, avoid texting.) Let your ideas flow. Don’t censor yourself. A good rule of thumb is to set a timer for fifteen minutes and to continue writing (or typing) for that entire stretch. Don’t worry during this brainstorming session if your ideas make sense or are good enough or are written in gorgeous prose. Just get the ideas flowing. This might be the place where you develop an interesting thesis statement or main idea or where you solidify several ideas to support your argument. If you are a procrastinator, I recommend that you follow a strategy I used all through high school, college, and graduate school when I had giant papers assigned to me: start right away. I don’t mean write the whole thing right away. I just mean start. Ten minutes. Or two. Even if you only open a document and write a heading and a first sentence, this will help tremendously, because you will feel you have at least gotten your foot in the door. It takes some mental pressure off, and you will find you are more inclined to return to the document regularly over the coming weeks before turning in a rough or final draft. There won’t be a paper you haven’t even started hanging over your head. You’ll say to yourself, I’ve got my thesis or a paragraph down! It’s a great motivational tool and a stress reliever. Once you’ve got your main ideas down in note, outline, or free writing form, hunker down and dig in. Again, set a timer, for thirty minutes to ninety minutes (or in other increments that work for you) and commit to writing for that entire stretch. Again, don’t worry so much if your writing feels shaky or “bad” - just write. Do this several times until you have what we call a rough or first draft. This means you have transformed notes and outlines into full sentences and paragraphs. You have structure to what you’ve written, whether that means a beginning, middle, and end of a story, or five paragraphs that help argue a solid thesis statement. With this rough draft, the refinery process can take place, and this is where some real magic happens. I recommend first that you allow a teacher (if applicable) to review your draft and provide feedback. A peer editor can also be helpful, but make sure it is someone you trust to read carefully and closely and who understands the objective of your writing piece. The last editor is you. Once you have your feedback and notes and the areas to remove or expand upon, enter the final phase, which requires close reading and the willingness to “kill your darlings” and tidy up each sentence in your work. Killing your darlings means you part with the words, sentences, or paragraphs that for some reason you really like but that you understand are not supporting the writing piece. As stated in an article on BusyTeacher, less is often more, especially in formal essay writing. And we don’t want to clog a story or narrative with unnecessary adjectives and adverbs or cliched metaphors. We want to tidy up run-on sentences. We want to say what we mean succinctly. We want strong verbs and eloquent prose, but we never want our writing to sound “fluffy.” Aim true. Kill off the words you don’t need. It feels great, trust me, like getting rid of clothes in your closet you never wear! Once you have done a few rounds of close editing on your own and feel you have made the writing the best it can be, let go. Surrender. Feel proud. And walk away. If you’re really dedicated and have the time, revisit it again with fresh eyes in a day or two. But don’t get into the habit of nitpicking something to death from a place of anxiety and criticism. Be proud that you went through a tried and true writing process. You’ll know when you’ve really given it your all! About the Author Stephanie Ingraham is a former English teacher turned writer and tutor with a BA in English from UCLA and a Masters in Education from Pepperdine University in Los Angeles. She is deeply passionate about education, psychology, child and adolescent development, literature, and writing. She believes the education world can benefit greatly from the meditation world - mindfulness and self-compassion are key! In her free time she loves reading and writing, music, baking, yoga, dance, animals, and exploring new cities. She currently lives in Chicago, Illinois.

Travel English A Guide to English Spoken in Jamaica

Travel English A Guide to English Spoken in Jamaica The English spoken in Jamaica is a mixture of American English, British English, creole (an indigenous or native version of English) and Rastafari terms from Jamaica’s well known religious movement  and ideology.If you are planning a trip to Jamaica, here is a travel English guide to vocabulary in that country that may help you.SocialAll fruits ripe means that everything is ok.If something is cool it is called bashy.A good friend is called a key.Food and Drink Bob MarleyAckee is the national fruit of Jamaica. It is pink and leathery in appearance.Bammy is a deep-fried bread that is normally served with fried fish.Gungo peas are a popular side dish of green and brown peas.A bulla is a type of cookie.Guava is a type of fruit.Irish moss is a health food drink made from seaweed.Jackfruit is a yellow fruit.A cho cho is a type of potato that is eaten boiled.A jew plum is a type of plum with a prickly seed.A patty is a traditional Jamaican food that consists of a dough case with a savory spicy filling.ClothesA t-shirt is called a gansey.RandomA haggler is an informal vendor.If something looks expensive, it is called bling.Your home is called your gates.A child might be called a pickney.The dollar might be called strong money.As we learn the vocabulary used in Jamaica, let’s listen to the country’s best known musical export, Bob Marley with Could You Be Loved.Did you find this lesson helpful? Feel free to share it on Facebook and Twitter.English Classes | Aulas Inglês | Cursos Inglés

Tutoring Can Give Students The Edge When Applying To Medical And Dental Schools

Tutoring Can Give Students The Edge When Applying To Medical And Dental Schools MEDICAL AND DENTAL SCHOOLS ANALYSE ADMISSIONS TEST results from a variety of examinations, such as the UCAT, BMAT and GAMSAT, while deciding whether to admit or reject applicants. The test(s) a student must take will vary based on which schools were applied to. What is a common denominator, however, is that the tests are challenging. Students who want to optimise the odds of getting into one of their school choices will need to study hard, and getting help from tutors could give them the edge over competition. Going for academic excellence is one of the keys to achieving the dream of getting into a UK medical or dental school. While these schools do consider other factors beyond academic performance, it's safe to say that the RESULTS OF ADMISSION TESTS matter greatly. Students should get help with maths and science Many careers in medicine, medical science, and dentistry require strong educational credentials, and these credentials can't be obtained without post-secondary degrees. Before a student can become a doctor, medical scientist or dentist, they must build a strong foundation in maths and science. The earlier a student develops abilities and knowledge in these vital subjects, the better. Parents should encourage children who dream of being doctors, scientists or dentists to work hard at maths and science right from the start, and tutoring in these subjects can help keep them on track. Tutors are available to help at all levels, from primary levels to adult learner/casual learner, and everything in between. Of course, it's helpful if students have knacks for these two subjects, and most students who gravitate towards medicine and dentistry do have some natural talent in maths and science. Sometimes, though, natural aptitude is not enough because students DON'T KNOW THE RIGHT WAYS TO STUDY, or need support from tutors in order to grasp concepts, build academic confidence, and do well on tests. Why are maths and science so important? Doctors need to understand plenty of mathematical processes in order to calculate correct dosages of medication, conduct tests, AND DESIGN TREATMENT PLANS. Dentists must use scientific and mathematical processes in their daily duties, whether they're creating mouthguards that KEEP TEETH PROTECTED FROM INJURY, administering local anaesthetics, or doing cleanings or fillings. Doctors and dentists need superb maths and science skills in order excel in the field. Good English skills are important too Yes, maths and science matter a lot, but so do great communication skills, both in writing and in conversation. Students who develop top-notch English skills will find it easier to do well when they take admissions tests for medical and dental schools. Students who are great at maths and science but fall short in English may find that they don't do as well on admissions tests as they might. English tutors provide assistance online or in person to help students master grammar, syntax, spelling, essay skills, and so many other aspects of English classes and examinations. Working with a tutor is one of the wisest ways to edge out the competition when it comes to getting admitted to medical or dental school, and there will be competition. Students who are disciplined about academics, and open-minded enough to welcome talented and patient tutors into their lives, will find that they reap the rewards of their hard work on examination days. Tutors guide students down the educational pathways that lead to medical and dental careers.

Speak Up, Please!

Speak Up, Please! So in my very last semester at the community college, before transferring to a university, I found myself sitting in a speech class. Now I was not particularly interested in a speech class. I had no desires to do public speaking any time soon. The only reason I was taking this class was because it was a requirement in order to transfer to the university I had chosen. I have heard it said that on a list of things people are afraid of, public speaking is second only to death. Well, I can’t say that it was that drastic for me but I was not looking forward to it. In fact, the classroom I was sitting in that first day must have had 50 plus students there. This would have included hopeful add-ons and such. In the junior college I attended you rarely saw a room that crowded. On that first day, once the instructor had all the logistics out of the way, he asked; “How many of you are in your last semester here?”   90 percent of the students raised their hands. Well, there you go, not a course on the top of folks list of favorite subjects. No surprise though. My biggest surprise was walking out of there with an “A” at the end of the course. Here are a few little tips from a student who took this advice literally, and did well. First pick topics that you truly enjoy. If you love the subject chances are you are already very familiar with it. Also it will be related to the audience that you are into this topic, even if you are nervous about standing up there with all eyes staring at you, waiting for you to goof up so they can explode into a rage of laughter and judgment at your expense. Wait, did I just say that out loud? Just kidding. Just be prepared. When writing out your first speech, go ahead and just put down every word for now. Each time you go through the speech you will eliminate some text, so that your notes will become more like queue-card reminders, rather than your speech word for word. By the time you are ready to practice your speech on friends or family, you should end up with short simple notes that remind you where you are and what point you are making right now. If you are the nervous type when it comes to standing in front of a room full of people, in other words, most of us, your best bet for success is to practice, practice, practice! That is the most sure fire way to get your message across, even if you flub up here or there. In fact when you are so familiar with your topic people will not notice that you missed something because the rest of your material will be so convincingly clear that no one would notice what you skipped along the way. You will find, as I have that those skills in speech class will come in handy down the road of life, including everything from standing up in traffic court to defend and fight a ticket to, giving a eulogy at a memorial service for a loved one. And when all else fails…. Get a Tutor!

How to Transform Your iPad into a Language-learning Secret Weapon

How to Transform Your iPad into a Language-learning Secret Weapon How to Transform Your iPad into a Language-learning Secret Weapon Did you get that iPad just to play Candy Crush?Probably not.You also probably didnt get it  just to send work emails or  just to stream videos.These are all great uses of your iPad, but you can get even more out of it.Your iPad is  actually a heavy-hitting, take-no-prisoners language-learning dynamo.Your secret weapon for fluency, even.When we think of secret weapons we think of stealthy ninja tools, aces up sleeves and off-the-radar resources. Pulling these things out of the shadows gives us more than an advantageâ€"it ensures success.So take another look at your iPad.Well show you eight language apps to transform it from just another device to an ultra-powerful tool for language learning victory. How Can an iPad Help You Learn Languages?Study tools  are best when they’re portable.  That iPad of yours? It’s totally mobileâ€"ready to go with you anywhere for language practice at any time.Great study tools are also adaptable. The iPad’s middle name should be Versatile. With en dless apps it can help you learn tons of different languages through tons of different methods.Download any language app (well give you plenty of ideas below) and you’re ready for the mission!How to Access Alternate-language iPad KeyboardsEven the best secret weapons need minor adjustments from time to time. Your iPad is no exception, but the adjustment is so low-key it’s almost a covert op.To practice writing, spelling and using accents if necessary in your target language, youll need to add a foreign language keyboard to the device.First, open an app that uses a keyboard, like Messages or Mail. Tap and hold the little globe icon to reveal the language menu. From there, you can  select the language you’d like added to your iPad keyboard.And just like that, you’re ready for action!How to Transform Your iPad into a Language-learning Secret WeaponNot all language apps are created equal. There are apps that give you authentic content in your target language, apps that  gamify t he language learning experience, apps that mimic formal language courses  and even apps for chatting in your target language.Let’s do some reconnaissance and get a good look at our options in each category.Authentic Content AppsFluentUFluentU is one of the most unique and useful secret weapons on this list. FluentU takes authentic target language videos, like movie trailers, music videos, inspiring talks and more, and transforms them into customized language learning experiences.To bring these real videos within reach for any learner, FluentU has interactive transcripts and subtitles. You can click any word for an instant definition, visual learning aid and native pronunciation. If you see an interesting new word, you can add it to your vocabulary list for future reference. FluentU also creates flashcards and exercises for each video automatically so you remember what youve learned when youre done watching.Unlike other apps that take a scripted approach, FluentU uses a natural app roach to ease you into your language and culture over time. Youll learn your language as its spoken in real life, without any rote memorization. The best part is that FluentU keeps track of your learning and recommends new videos based on that information. Every learner has a truly personalized experience, even if theyre watching the same videos!FluentU currently has programs for  Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, German, Japanese, English, Russian, Korean and Italian.There aren’t any double agents hereâ€"everything is genuine and relevant. Aside from learning your language the way native speakers really use it, youll encounter plenty of fun pop culture that you can talk about with them!TripLingoTripLingo is an incredible travel app that can instantly make you seem like a local, wherever you go.It provides content for over 100 countries, as well as huge phrasebooks for 13 languages from French to Hebrew to Japanese to Irish. There are 2,000 phrases per language including real-wor ld slang. Theres even a culture crash course to get you immersed in and familiar with the region youre traveling to.If you need a little extra help as you explore, theres a voice translator for 42 languages and even an image translator thatll help you understand signs and other text you encounter. You can also take language audio lessons and practice with built-in study tools.All these features make TripLingo an all-purpose tool. Can we say mission ready?Game-like AppsLingorilla Learn LanguagesEven secret weapons should be fun. Lingorilla, with its purple, banana-toting gorilla, makes learning 23 languages a blast.This engaging app teaches vocabulary and spelling using assorted packs of flashcards. The images featured on the cards are realistic and the packs cover the gamut from vehicle words to animals, body parts to insects, reptiles to foodâ€"varied but vital vocabulary!To keep you sharp, there are also memory games, quizzes and puzzles.Lingorilla has the potential to be addictiv e. I see users mastering one language and then going on to another, just because it’s so much fun.MindSnacksThe MindSnacks apps are a series. Each one teaches one languageâ€"they’re available on iPad for Spanish, Italian, German, French, Portuguese, Chinese and Japanese.Using interactive games with catchy animations, MindSnacks teaches vocabulary, essential conversational skills and even addresses the trickier grammar issues found in some languages. The idea is to make learning fun and addictive like any other iPad gameâ€"except youre learning hundreds of vocabulary words while you play.Conversation and pronunciation audio is provided by native speakers so there’s a great opportunity to practice listening and speaking.Course-like AppsDuolingoDuolingo features more than 30 languages and is a great addition to your arsenal of iPad language learning apps. While Duolingo definitely has gamification features like the apps above, it takes you on a path from beginner to advanced in a structured, course-like way.Reading, writing, vocabulary building and pronunciation practice are all emphasized. Youll learn how to say, spell and understand new words all at once. As you master new skills, you level up to new ones, which is a great motivational tool.There’s a tracking feature that shows your progress, which also keeps you invested in your learning.It’s possible to join other learners in a language club so this app isnt just fun and course-like, but it also has the potential to be a social event, also!MondlyLearn 33 languages with Mondly’s daily lessons. This app is suited for every learning level, from beginner to advanced. It even provides travelers with language essentials so they’re trip-ready!One highlight of this app is that it uses audio of conversations between native speakers to model correct pronunciation. Then, speech-recognition software allows the app to listen to your own pronunciation and provide feedback.Authentic, useful phrases are taught rather than individual vocabulary words to help support your conversational skills. The app encourages correct speaking skills right from the start!Chatty AppsHiNativeHiNative is a global language community app that makes it possible to share your learning with native speakers or other learners from anywhere in the world. It supports over 110 languages.This app lets curious learners discover language and culture without ever leaving home! It has a  question-and-answer format that you can use to get insights and advice from native speakers. Not sure about a pronunciation? Curious about regional dialects? Have a last-minute travel issue?  Just use the audio upload feature and ask away!Even if you don’t know the correct words to phrase a question, it’s possible to get answers. There are question templates that facilitate communication.Additionally, if you’re stuck on understanding something in a foreign countryâ€"a menu or street sign, perhapsâ€"just take a photo and upload it. A nother learner will give you its meaning and maybe save you from ordering something you’d rather not eat or keep you from taking a wrong turn down a one-way street.Even if you don’t have a pressing language question, it’s beneficial to chat with others in your target language. This is one app that makes hours fly by.TandemTandem brings the conversation exchange experience to the world instantly and effortlessly. This language exchange app makes it possible to learn Japanese from someone in Kyoto and teach Italian to a learner in Sweden. It’s a fabulous conceptâ€"and it’s bringing learners together to the tune of 3 million people!Signing on is simple. Just select a language to learn (from over 150 possible languages) and you can find native speakers of that language who are learning your native language. Then, send instant messages, voice clips and pictures to your language partners so you can both learn from each other.There’s also a Tandem Tutor option for one-on-one tu toring if that’s more your style.This is a great language app for informal or idiomatic communication. Learn realistically from native speakers. And teach others your language at the same time. It’s a win-win situation for everyone!I’ll bet your iPad doesn’t look ordinary anymore, does it? You see it’s a multi-function language-learning secret weapon, don’t you?Only using it to stream movies or play games is a waste of a valuable resource.There are many benefits of learning languages. And the iPad is a top-notch method of gaining information so put it through its paces and learn languages with some excellent apps!Mission accomplished! And One More ThingWant to get a closer look at FluentU? Wed love to give you a quick preview!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 e xamples. 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.