SAT II Chemistry - Helping Students Understand the Calculations

SAT II Chemistry - Helping Students Understand the CalculationsThe National Science Foundation (NSF) has developed an article called 'Tips for Using the SAT II Chemistry Software', which has been put together by Jessica Jackson-Hoskins, a Research Scientist at the NSF (Science and Engineering). This article is an excellent source of information regarding the technology behind SAT II Chemistry software.To answer the question posed, a test taker needs to have basic knowledge about the appropriate use of the SAT II Chemistry software. This includes knowing that the formulas contained in the software may not always be accurate when used, and that these formulas may not always be accurate when learning from a printed book or video. The latest versions of the programs do not contain the formulas that are still in the print version of the books, so one should still learn the formulas as well as the steps to solving the problems.The most common mistake made by students who are not familiar w ith SAT is the use of the 'ten minutes' rule. Although it is true that the old version of the SAT used the 'ten minutes' rule, it was created long before computers were commonplace. Therefore, the entire SAT Math section was eliminated in order to make room for the newer 'net-based' tests. However, the math sections that remained in the older SAT were not standardized in any way, and did not allow for a comprehensive review, so now students will need to study the concepts rather than just the numbers.Many questions have arisen regarding the changes that have occurred within the testing world over the past several years. The reality is that it is best to educate oneself about the technologies that are available today, rather than allow yourself to be sidetracked with the newest technology.Because many of the newer SAT systems still require that the test taker pay for test answers, the student may find that the print version of the book contains questions and solutions that do not pro perly represent the problems. A sample question may be written using a different font than the actual problem. In some cases, this may not be too much of a problem, but it does present a greater challenge to the student who already has poor writing skills.The SAT II Chemistry software has been developed to ensure that the student will be able to demonstrate their ability to complete the content on the test. As long as the student uses the right examples in order to determine what the materials should look like, the calculations will all be correct. Even if a student has less than perfect handwriting, they can still have all of the course work written out correctly and then use their own handwriting to verify that the results are accurate.One of the main reasons that the SAT II Chemistry testing system is so popular is because it is designed to allow the student to practice the concepts they are going to encounter on the actual test. Many students do not enjoy spending the day practi cing, especially if they have already gone through the process twice and know exactly what they are doing. Therefore, the software allows the student to spend some time practicing before the real exam begins.The latest versions of the SAT II Chemistry tests include detailed instructions that make it very easy for students to understand how to use the technology in a test setting. The NSF's tests have become much more advanced than the original ones, as well, so it is possible to take a test and have it completely validated and still have the test taken without spending a dime.

Love Thyself 3 Personal Pathways to One-on-one Language Learning

Love Thyself 3 Personal Pathways to One-on-one Language Learning 3 Personal Pathways to One-on-one Language Learning The world doesnt revolve around you.Youre not the center of the universe.Actually, I take that backâ€"if you sign up for one-on-one language learning, those statements above arent entirely true.Youll become the complete central focus for your teacher and for lesson planning.Language lessons will completely home in on your desires, needs and goals.But dont let it go to your head.You probably still have a lot to learn about one-on-one language learning.Here well show you what its all about, how it works, how to find a teacher and how to maximize your learning.Weve got everything you ever needed to know about one-on-one language learning in a single post.  Sounds good?Let’s begin. The Virtues of One-on-one Language LearningResearch  has shown that the smaller the class size, the better it is for language learners. Students in smaller groups have been found to outperform their peers  in language abilities like pronunciation, reading and communicative skills like listening and speakin g.Hey, you can’t go smaller than one-on-one, and it has loads of awesome benefits up for grabs.One-on-one language learning has the flexibility that classes of a dozenâ€"or even classes of two and threeâ€"just don’t have. Your teacher, tutor or language exchange partner can make you the absolute center of their world and tailor the sessions to your specific needs.One basic need is a schedule that works for you. One-on-one lessons can be scheduled at your most convenient times. You don’t need to drive through red lights just to catch the second half of the class. Youre the only student, so classes don’t start without you! Of course, you do still need to get to class sessions on time, out of respect for the other person. In this case, perhaps you can call up ahead of time and rescheduleâ€"another thing thats not possible with a larger class.In addition, sessions can go at your pace. You can breeze through the stuff you already know, then really dig deep with those pesky verbs that are giving you a hard time.  You can go backwards and forwards, jump between topics and go into certain corners not contemplated by textbooks.This flexibility is really the most crucial thing here, because no two language learners are ever the same. One-on-one language learning can easily be responsive to your idiosyncrasies, styles and goals as a learner. Language materials are often linearly set in stoneâ€"recorded, writtenâ€"and generally appealing to the lowest common denominator needs of all language students. When working one-on-one with someone, you can give special attention to the skills and concepts that you most need to hone.You can always ask your teacher to slant the sessions according to your specific goals. Studying Chinese for business? Korean for travel? Russian for romance? Let your tutor or teacher know about it so you can get the kind of sessions you have in mind.Imagine the quality of interaction youll have when youre the sole focus of the lesson. You don†™t need to wait for the teacher’s attention so you can ask a nagging question, request a quick clarification or give a simple suggestion. You have a direct route to the teacher, and unlimited access to the source of information. You ask your questions without fear that other students will think negatively about you. And you won’t be slowed down by somebody who just went to the restroom.Not only is one-on-one language learning flexible and focused, it’s also really fast. It lets you cut directly to the core of the lesson. No time is wasted on classroom management, like checking attendance or waiting for everybody to quiet down.From a teacher’s perspective, a one-on-one situation not only makes their job much easier, it also makes their work a lot more effective. They have a better grasp of the target: you. They  can better gauge what works and what areas need more work. They can easily know if you’ve mastered the topic or not. You won’t be able to fly under the radar or r ide the coattails of your classmates. Youll be compelled to listen because the teachers attention is fixed on just one student.All that redounds to you learning the language with efficiency like no other.That said, let’s proceed to the next section where we talk about some of the ways you can crank up  one-on-one language learning into overdrive.How to Supercharge One-on-one Language Learning1. Pick your teacher carefully. Here’s howIf there’s one message that hit you hard in the previous section, it shouldve been how awesome one-on-one language learning is. The next big message is about  the importance of choosing the right teacher/tutor or partner. It’s not rocket science, but you do have to do some work.And it’s not about picking out a rock star. Nope, it’s more about fit. Is he or she the best one-on-one partner for you?First, you might have noticed that were not talking exclusively about teachers here. For one-on-one learning, youll have the choice of getting a teac her, a tutor or a language exchange partner. (There can be overlap between the three.)A language teacher often has a degree and certification, plus experience with teaching your target language professionally. Their one-on-one sessions (online or in person) might be just be side gigs, in addition to their classes in a local school or university.A language tutor is often a native speaker of your target language or somebody whos fluent in it. They may be tutoring full-time or doing it part-time while having another non-language-related job.A language exchange partner, unlike the other two, often comes free. Its  a win-win situation where two people teach each other their native tongues. For example, you’re an English speaker looking for one-on-one sessions in Russian. There are certain websites and apps today (more on those later) that pair you with Russian native speakers who are looking for English native speakers. You have something that they want, and they have something you wan t. So you teach what you have and in return, they’ll teach you what you need to know. No money is involved, just the friendship springing from mutual benefit.So let’s say you’re on some website and browsing through the many language teachers, tutors or language exchange partners available at a click. Here are some tips on how to pick the right one for you:a. Study their  profile  â€" Don’t just read it, read between the lines. Deduce possibilities from the data you’re given. For example, you might see from a  profile that a prospective language partner is 24 years old, male. But thats just the basic info.Next, read what he writes about himself. Think through the way he describes himself and presents himself to the world. You can glean personality from even a short paragraph. For a professional teacher, you might look for their experience and background. For a language exchange, you might look to see if you two have anything in common that will be fun to chat about.b. That picture though  â€" A picture does say a thousand words. But what words? Look at that one picture they use  to present themselves to the world. Almost everyone flashes a wide smile on those things, but look for other clues.  Looking at the picture, what three adjectives immediately jump to mind? When it comes to a language exchange partner, you might just look for a friendly face. When it comes to tutors or teachers, youll want to look for more professionalism.c. Study the reviews  â€" If you’re on the hunt for a teacher or tutor, you’ll probably see reviews and ratings from past students. Mine them for insights. Understand exactly why they get those scores. Yes, they always get ten stars out of ten, but why? Is it because theyre funny? Is it because they can pace the lesson very slowly? (That may not be so hot for those who need to learn a language fast.) Again, read between the lines and see if theyre the right kind of teacher for your goals. Don’t just base your decision on , “She’s really funny!” It’s about fit, remember?Read several different reviews and take note of the words former students keep on mentioning, like “kind,” “intelligent,” “deep and so on. They give you a clue about what one-on-one sessions with them are like.d. Send them the first message  â€" Drop them a hearty “Hi!” Your investigation might have created some friendly questions. Ask away. Ask a teacher what they love most about their job. Ask a tutor what they do in their free time. Ask your language exchange partner why they want to learn your native tongue.See what he or she has to say. Youll learn a lot once you receive the reply from the other person.e. Interact with them  â€" After all of the above has been said and doneâ€"studying their  profile, mining their picture, reading the reviews, messaging back and forthâ€"youll still only have a rough picture of what your partner is like.There’s really nothing like being in a one-on-one video chat with the te acher, tutor or language partner. That’s how you really get to know them. So take things out for a spin! Book some trial classes so you can see if it will be something beneficial for you. The first session might be a bust because the two of you are still adjusting, but by the second or third session, youll be able to decide if it’s working or not.If you’ve caught somebody who’s vibe matches yours then hold tight!2. One-on-one doesn’t mean only one.When you’ve met a teacher, tutor or language partner who’s a keeper, consider yourself lucky. But don’t fall into the trap of thinking you should only choose one. You can actually have as many as you want. This isnt marriage, so play the numbers game.In this wide, wide world, there’s not just one person who can help you on your noble quest. There’s plenty of them. “One-on-one” doesn’t mean only one. It simply means that, during each language lesson or conversation session, you’re learning from one single source. But you can actually have as many language sources as you want.If you can afford plenty of teachers, then have at it! Have one teacher to give you more formal lessons, and a tutor to carefully comb over your problem areas after class. Have a teacher give you lessons, then have a language exchange partner whos down for more casual conversation. Have multiple language exchange partners in case one flakes out on you, and youll never miss a week of conversation practice.Each person will give you a look into the target language and culture unlike any other.But don’t fret if your budget is limited. Language learning partners do come free and you can have as many buddies as you can fit into your social life. Don’t have that scarcity mindset.3. Make the most of the time when youre alone.Here we talk about one of the most explosive ways to increase the productivity of your one-on-one sessions. The secret is this: Never come empty-handed.It means that during those down times when you’r e not engaged on Skype or in-person learning, you should actually be very busy preparing, visualizing what you want to do.Don’t wing it. Study ahead so you can hit the ground running. For example, if you’re going to be learning tenses in the target language, hit the books days before and learn the basic rules beforehand. Get the basics out of the way and save the sticking points for the teacher.Even when you know that the tutor or language exchange partner will be going over it, have the fundamentals in your pocket anyway. That way, your one-on-one session will become sort of a review of the basics, and a drill down on the thornier parts of the topic.You can prepare target phrases or topics that you would want to try out or ask about during the one-on-one. Have some phrases ready and ask for nuances. For high-quality interaction, prepare your questions.You actually need to write these things down. A paper full of thoughts will come in handy, and if a meeting is to last for 45 mi nutes, have an hour’s worth of material ready. That way, you’ll never run out of things to say.4. Have a say in the direction of your learning.One of the biggest advantages of one-on-one language learning is that you have more say in what takes place. This doesn’t happen very often in most learning situations. A regular class is at the mercy of a syllabus designed by somebody else. A book has neatly lined up chapters, and its the job of the students to march to its beat.In one-on-one language learning, youre the drummer of your own beat. Dont think that your teacher is omniscient and holds all the answers to everything. The worst thing to happen would be finding yourself in a one-on-one situation and only passively going through the motions of learning, as if you’re being forced to take the lessons.No, take advantage of your privileged position and have a say in your learning. For example, tell your language exchange partner the topics that put a smile on your face. Let your teacher know which of the linguistic skills you’re not so confident about.Which areas confuse the bejesus out of you? Is some pronunciation always tripping you up? If you’re not sure of something, ask the question and let your tutor clear the air. Dont be a passive bystander on your own journey.Don’t worry, you won’t be stepping on somebody else’s toes when you spontaneously bring up something during the session. (Hey, you’re the only student there!)5. Look for one-on-one opportunities where there seem to be none.So far, we’ve talked about teachers, tutors and language exchange partners as the main resource for one-on-one language learning. But in reality, one-on-one opportunities are everywhereâ€"both online and in-person. You just need to open your eyes to spot them. What looks like a mundane situation can turn out to be a quick one-on-one language learning opportunity.For example, did you notice that when you greet somebody in their native tongue, throwing in some common phrases, they immediately assume you speak their language and engage? They give you a rapid and winded reply that almost makes you want to turn back time. (Come clean and tell them that you’re still learning and they’ll be more than happy to oblige for a super quick lesson.)Or, in online forums, you could locate those people who take the time and effort to write long and nuanced explanations about language questions and reach out to them. They obviously care enough. Reply to these kinds of posts and ask for a clarification. This will engage the writer and you may have just found another one-on-one resource.One of the best ways to make yourself the lightning rod for people who want to help is to post questions in forums. Each reply is a potential learning buddy. (You can try to transfer the whole interaction to Skype, later.)These are just some of the ways you can tap into one-on-one language learning. They do add up. Each interaction will add precious texture and clarity to your language skills.In the next section, we go into the resources territory and look at some of the places, online and offline, where, believe it or not, one-on-one language learning partners are actually waiting for you.3 Personal Pathways to One-on-one Language Learning1. Language exchange partnersA language exchange partner is a kindred soul. As a fellow language learner, they understand what you’re going through. And if your gut is in knots when chatting with them for the first time, it will be the same for them. So get through that awkward phase and do yourselves a favor.Here are some websites and apps where you can find awesome language exchange partners:Conversation Exchange  The site is one of the best places that helps folks trade languages. The whole process is really simple. Do a targeted search by inputting your ideal language partner, the language that they speak and the one theyre trying to learn. Hit “search” and out from the woodwork come wonderful individu als fitting the bill.You can choose the type of interaction that youd like. There are options for video chat, voice chat, face-to-face meeting and text chat. The last one, for example, would prove useful for those who want to hone their writing and reading skills. For chats, you have the option of picking the native Conversation Exchange software on the site itself, or your can transfer the whole interaction to Skype, FaceTime, Hangouts, etc.Easy Language Exchange  This site was started by real language learners who know a thing or two about the struggles of acquiring a new tongue. Today, it has blossomed into a community of over 100,000 folks who genuinely want to help one another.It has built-in chat, voice and video calling so you don’t really need to go somewhere else. To initiate interaction with others on the site, create an account first. (Everybody will be able to see your information, so try to create an interesting profile. Remember, they’ll also check out your account before they respond.)Besides the search and engage feature, which is really its heart, ELE also has a forum and a blog that can help you further hone those language skills.BilinguaThe previous two bullet points are language exchange sites. The next two are language exchange apps, meaning that you can download them to your smartphone and render the whole experience mobile.Bilingua is an app that takes pairing language learners very seriously. Just because your languages complement doesn’t mean youll be the optimum partners for one another. You should have the same interests and personalities as well. So Bilingua, as part of the onboarding process when you create an account, gives you a series of questions designed to highlight your personality and interests. Bilingua will use this information later on to find you the most suitable language exchange partners. (So needless to say, answer truthfully.)With Bilingua, youll have plenty of learning tools necessary to make language exchan ge productive, educational and fun. For example, you have the “smart chat” feature that assists you with knowing what to talk about, even feeding you phrases that you can use.You also have games, quizzes and a managed list of vocabulary words which you can review at any moment. And last but not least, youre given statistical insights into your progression so you can self-correct when necessary.HelloTalk  This app has transliteration, translation, grammar correction, text-to-voice and voice-to-text functions. Not just a bunch of unnecessary bells and whistles but high-powered features leading to a successful language exchange.The interactions on HelloTalk are a mix of text, audio and video. And youre given every assist to bridge every language gap.For example, the translation function comes in handy during those times when you don’t know how to say (or type) something in the target language. What you do is simply use your first language and let the app translate it for you. It will convert your communication to something understandable to the other person. Your conversations won’t stall.You can even automatically convert the things you say into text. Simply long press the audio file and choose “Speech to text” and youll have a visual (text) record of what you just said. Your partner can see the text for better understanding. The makers of the app have really left very little room for misunderstanding.2. Language tutor/teacherWhen you climb Mt. Everest, you’re going to be needing the services of a Sherpa, a professional guide who helps you reach the mountain top.Need professional help in conquering your own linguistic summit? The following sites will help you find the perfect tutor or teacher:Verbalplanet.com  This site is a veritable marketplace of native-speaking language tutors who can help you get unstuck. Read tutor reviews and ratings and find somebody who fits your lifestyle, goals and learning style. Your free Verbalplanet.com account comes with a personal progress tracking analytics that displays your tutor’s assessment of your performance in one-on-one sessions.Verbling This site houses the profiles of countless of qualified native speakers who can help. Remember when we talked earlier about fit?When you search, you’ll get to search based on prices, availability and even the other languages they speakâ€"so if your native language is Chinese or German, you can find a language teacher to teach you in that language.  You get to see a video introduction made by the teacher, in addition to the usual written introductions. And on each teacher profile, there’s a table showing their free schedule so you can see how it fits with yours.Plus, the technology here makes accessing tutoring sessions extra smooth. You don’t need Skype or another third-party program. It’s all here! Why don’t you book a trial lesson today?coLanguageThis is an resource for online language learning that has the advantage of being aligned wi th a universal standard, the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). They cover a variety of common European languages, and all the teachers are professionals who have been pre-screened.Because the site is a little more structured than some, you get the benefit of quality assurance, but you still have the freedom to choose your own teacher. You can search tutors based on their prices, set up a time and meet with them over Skype. Many teachers here even offer a trial class, so you can try them out to see if their teaching style and methods work for you.Wyzant Knowing that your tutor is sitting on the other side of the world is all well and good. Its a testament to the power of technology to bring together people who are thousands of miles apart. But how about tutors who are living in your area? Local talent thats just as smart, knowledgeable and passionate?Wyzant is set up to unearth those teaching treasures who live so close that you can actually arrange to meet them in person. The site asks for your ZIP code and searches its database for teachers and tutors in your area.  Follow this link to see who's available close to home.When meeting people you’re unfamiliar with in person, always take precautions. Bring someone with you. Arrange to meet in a public place. And most important of all,  stay there! You can always find a quiet corner in a busy coffee shop.3. Friendly native speakersIf you live in a big city like New York, youll find plenty of language learning associations, non-profit entities that have resident native speakers who are just overjoyed to know that youre interested in their language and culture. In fact, one reason for these groups’ existence is to conduct cultural campaigns to promote awareness and appreciation. You can attend their gatherings and see if you can network with some native speakers.The French District for French and Germany in NYC for German are just examples. Consulates, embassies and cultural centers al so have similar programs.If no specialized organizations exist in your area, try general expat associations or Meetup groups and check if there are speakers  of your language. If no associations exist, do the leg work of asking around. Ask your local grocer, local council and your network of friends. It will all be worth your effort.Experiences with native speakers via this route are  highly enriching. You’ll not only be learning about your target language, you’ll also get the huge bonus of learning customs and traditions. You’ll learn about food, festivals, family, beliefs and generally a different way of looking at the world. As such, it will make you a more insightful language learner and person as a whole. Grab any opportunity to network and engage with native speakers in your area.So there you have it!You’re now not only aware of the awesome benefits of one-on-one language learning and how to exploit these advantages to the hilt, you also know where to find these kinds opportunities. It’s high time to experience the journey for yourself.Go right ahead! It will be one of the most fulfilling decisions you make as a language learner.Happy hunting! And One More ThingIf you like learning languages one-on-one, youll love it even more when you and your tutor, teacher or exchange partner are 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 Interactiv e 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.

Celebrating 100 years of Roald Dahl

Celebrating 100 years of Roald Dahl 2016 celebrates 100 years since the birth of Roald Dahl; the world's most loved storyteller and author of many children's favourite books. There will be celebrations throughout the year focusing on the author's wonderful stories and incredible characters. The great event, however, will take place on Roald Dahl's birthday, 13th September. Let's take a moment to remember this great man and the fun-filled, imagination-inspiring stories he so graciously shared with us. Roald Dahl was born on the 13th September 1916 in Llandaff, Cardiff to Norwegian Parents. He started his education at Llandaff Cathedral school but after playing a practical joke and being caned by the headmaster his mother decided to enrol him in a boarding school. Dahl served in the Royal Air Force during the second world war then wrote books for both children and adults, becoming one of the world's best-selling authors. He has received awards for his contribution to literature including 'Children's Author of the year' in 1990 and the 'World Fantasy Award for Life Achievement' in 1983. Roald Dahl's books are full of imagination, fun and inspiration. As a child he was my favourite author and I remember the first book I really loved was 'George's Marvellous Medicine'. I'll never forget that horrible grandmother and the fun I had as a child trying to concoct a medicine with a bucket and anything I could get my hands on from my mother's cupboards to get the horrid boy that lived next door to us to shrink! If my books can help children become readers, then I feel I have accomplished something important. Roald Dahl And there is no doubt that Roald Dahl did accomplish what he set out to. Children all over the world take inspiration from Dahl's books and enjoy the unexpected events and fantastic characters in his stories. Roald Dahl's first children's story 'James and the giant Peach' was published in 1961 and was hugely successful. 2011 saw the 50th anniversary of 'James and the giant peach' and across the UK there were plenty of peached themed events to celebrate. In celebration of what would have been Dahl's 100th birthday there are lots of ways for people to get involved. Whether it be throwing your own Roald Dahl themed party, dressing up as a revolting character or raising money for Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's charity, this year will see people all over the UK celebrating in style. Other great ways to celebrate our favourite author's birthday would be to visit The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre where special celebrations will be taking place on Saturday 17th September. The award-winning museum is aimed at 6 to 12 year olds featuring interactive galleries and wonderful activities to inspire. The museum is situated in Buckinghamshire where the great man lived for over 30 years. The Wondercrump World of Roald Dahl is a new exhibition that was opened in February of this year at the Southbank Centre. This great interactive exhibition takes travellers on a charming journey that explores Dahl's life, his books and where he got the inspiration for some of his most famous stories and characters. Many of Roald Dahl's books have been adapted into musicals, plays and films and this year brings the widely anticipated, global release of the big screen adaptation of 'The BFG', directed by Steven Spielberg. So let's take some time to remember the great man, enjoy the books he graciously shared with us and let our hair down with our children to aid in the celebrations. A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men. Roald Dahl A look back over time at Roald Dahl's published works: First published work - A piece of cake (1942) The Gremlins (1943) Over To You (1946) Some Time Never (1948) Someone Like You (1953) Kiss Kiss (1960) James and the Giant Peach (1961) And now suddenly, the whole place, the whole garden seemed to be alive with magic. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (1964) Something crazy is going to happen now, Charlie thought. But he wasn't frightened. He wasn't even nervous. He was just terrifically excited. The Magic Finger (1966) Fantastic Mr Fox (1970) I understand what you're saying, and your comments are valuable, but I'm gonna ignore your advice. Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator (1972) Switch Bitch (1974) Danny, the Champion of the World (1975) The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Six More (1977) The Enormous Crocodile (1978) My Uncle Oswald (1979) The Twits (1980) George's Marvellous Medicine (1981) Quite simply, he was going to put in EVERYTHING. Revolting Rhymes (1982) The BFG (1982) Don't gobblefunk around with words. Dirty Beasts (1983) The Witches (1983) Roald Dahl's Book of Ghost Stories (1983) Boy: Tales of Childhood (1984) The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me (1985) Two Fables (1985) Going Solo (1986) Matilda (1988) Rhyme Stew (1989) Ah, Sweet Mystery of Life (1989) Esio Trot (1990) The Vicar of Nibbleswicke (1991) The Minpins (1991) Roald Dahl's Guide to Railway Safety (1991) My Year (1991) Those who don't believe in magic will never find it. Roald Dahl

Northwestern Chemistry Degree Is Truly A Recognized Subject

Northwestern Chemistry Degree Is Truly A Recognized SubjectNorthwestern Chemistry degree is one of the best programs in chemistry which has emerged in recent years. Northwestern chemistry program is highly sought after by many people across the globe due to its tremendous development and traditional tradition. The institution of learning at Northwestern holds a degree, diploma and certificate degree in the field of chemistry and its related sciences. All the concerned students are being entertained the same faculty of this program.Being based on the latest technology it offers comprehensive guidance to the students in this program and gives them maximum scope for advancement. This program involves regular seminars and courses where the students have the opportunity to enhance their knowledge about the science that they have chosen. The best part of this program is that the students will be provided ample amount of support by the faculty members in this university so that they do not face any kind of problem or difficulty while pursuing the course.The large number of students pursuing this program have become more rare. In the present times more researches are carried out in order to extend and develop the knowledge about chemistry by the students.One of the major attraction of this program is that it is available at all levels in order to help every student who wants to study the subject. It is the liberal arts approach towards the subjects in this field. The curriculum consists of basic and intermediate levels. It is so that the students will get a chance to cover the upper level when they complete their higher education programs.Northwestern chemistry degree also covers the topics like process of thermodynamics, special topics like organic chemistry, acid elimination, electrochemistry, refrigeration, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and many more. The entire course duration is around two years. There are many certificates and diplomas available as well, which will help the students to complete their studies as per their preferences. The required level of students to study in this program is Masters, Bachelor and Doctoral level.This university is situated in Chicago and provides the facility of free tuition. All the questions, queries related to the subject are conducted through online. The online interactive mode helps the students to know about the nature of the college, the most popular schools in the university, the curriculum in the university, the career opportunities, and many more.A precise answer about the level of study and the range of subjects in the science, program and subjects, this can all be found at the website of the university. There are many other institutions of higher learning in this city, but there is no comparison with Northwestern Chemistry which is believed to be one of the best.

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The Top 4 Myths About AP Exams You may be on the cusp of taking an AP exam, or perhaps youre deciding whether or not to enroll in an AP course next semester. Regardless, its key to understand the truth about what AP exams entail. Myths about AP exams include that the tested content will be fully covered in class, all colleges will award college credit, and that you must score a 5 in order to receive college credit. Looking to gain a better understanding of AP exams? Keep reading to learn the top four myths about AP exams. AP exam myth #1: All tested content will be covered in your AP class When you take an AP course, you might assume that all of the content on the end-of-year exam will be taught in your class. This, however, is not necessarily the case. Your teacher does the best he or she can to touch on all aspects of the exam material, but whether due to lack of time or other school particularities, he or she might not get to everything. To make sure youre as prepared as possible, the following strategies may be beneficial: Utilize an AP exam prep book Take AP practice tests Talk to your teacher about what content you might be able to focus on during your free time Practice tests, in particular, are extremely helpful for getting a sense of the test format and the time constraints of the actual examsomething you wont get from an in-person class. [RELATED: 3 Last-Minute Study Techniques for AP Exams] AP exam myth #2: All colleges and universities award college credit for AP exams Even though AP courses are widely known for allowing you to start college with credits under your belt, youll want to check with your intended institutions for their specific policies, as they differ from school to school. Some institutions, instead of giving college credit, allow you to bypass introductory courses. In these cases, youre still required to take the same number of credit hours, which would prevent you from graduating early. Dont panic, however, if youre already taking the course and have discovered that AP exam credit isnt accepted by your intended university, as its likely the AP course will benefit you in college regardless. AP exam myth #3: You must get a 5 in order to receive college credit Even if your intended school does accept college credit, you might think that you need to score a 5 in order to receive that credit. This is not always the case. For some schools and subjects, you might be able to receive a 4 or even a 3 in order to earn college credit. Before sitting for the exam, research what your schools of interest require in terms of AP exam scores. This information might help you decide how you want to prioritize your study time for the exam. [RELATED: How are AP Exams Scored?] AP exam myth #4: You shouldnt take an AP exam or course if you cant afford the test fee As of 2019, AP exams cost $94 per test. If the price tag is the deciding factor for taking the exam, you may be able to qualify for some reductions. For example, The College Board provides a possible $32 reduction per exam that is based on where you attend high school and on your demonstrated need. Visit your guidance counselor or academic advisor who might be able to offer some other resources, state funding, and grants that you can look into. [RELATED: Top Tips for AP Exam Week] All of these factorscost, whether or not youll receive college credit, and the time youve put into studying for the testare key factors to understand when preparing for AP exams. Take time to educate yourself on AP tests and rule out all AP myths. Any topics you want to know more about? Let us know! The Varsity Tutors Blog editors love hearing your feedback and opinions. Feel free to email us at blog@varsitytutors.com.

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You'll need to write a personal statement, perfect your CV, gather letters of recommendation and your transcripts. While each of these individual steps may not seem to take very long, in total, they can take up a great deal of time. You should plan at least three months ahead of time to start to do all these things. In particular the personal statement can take awhile as can gathering the appropriate letters recommendation. As with everything else you do, putting aside more time and planning ahead will only help you succeed. VT: What is the single most important thing applicants should focus on with this application? Sahil: Without a doubt the two most important things are your MCAT and GPA. As far as the application itself one should really focus on writing a great personal statement that will separate you from the pack. Remember, medical schools are reading thousands of applications, many of which have the similar stats and even similar activities. Its how you present these that will separate you. VT: What are the biggest mistakes one can make on a Med School application? Sahil: Submitting late. Submitting late will be detrimental to your chances at most medical schools. While schools have admissions deadlines that sometimes say December, many will have filled a significant portion of their class by then, if not all of it! You need to get your application in as early as possible and that usually means June. The second mistake that people make more often than they should is coming across as cocky in their personal statement or their application. VT: What do Med School admissions officers look for most in an applicants essays/personal statements? Sahil: They want unique and interesting personal statements. Remember many individual members of an admissions committee are reading hundreds of these a day. If your personal statement is like everybody else's it's going to get the same treatment as everybody else. In order to stand out you should have a unique story. Build your personal statement from the experiences you've had and spin them in a way that is fun and interesting to read. The first few sentences of your essay really can make or break your personal statement and subsequently your entire application. VT: Is there anything on a students application that would automatically disqualify them from being considered for the program? Sahil: Academic dishonesty can easily lead to being disqualified. Additionally things that are huge red flags are multiple withdrawals from classes and a poor letter recommendation. In todays world of admission consultants, a personal statement that appears to be written by somebody else besides you will automatically get you rejected. If you do not have any of these other things but for some reason come across as a cocky and arrogant individual that can automatically disqualify you as well. VT: What about the Med School admissions process differs the most from undergraduate admissions? Sahil: In the medical school admissions process you are competing for one of about 150 spots. In college you're competing for one of 1000 or even more spots. Almost everybody who's qualified will get into college somewhere. That's not the case with medical school. There simply a limited number of seats and many well-qualified people will not get in. Schools want to diversify their class and are not just looking for people with great MCAT and great GPAs but for people with life experience, diversity and who make good team members. All in all you should not be discouraged if you don't get into medical school the first time around. VT: What undergrad majors best prepare one for med school applications? Sahil: There's not one undergraduate major that will prepare you better than another. Certainly a science major can help you through your first two years of medical school, but being a physician is more about communicating with your patients than anything else. Developing those skills can come from any number of majors, not just biology or chemistry. Medical schools will not look down upon particular majors provided that you've done well in the prerequisite classes. VT:Is there anything you might see on a students application that would quickly put them ahead in the running? Sahil: In this day and age where everybody comes in with shadowing, volunteering, and a bit of research work, it is definitely hard to separate yourself. However if you can show that you're passionate about something and have given it your all, that will certainly look better than spreading yourself thin across multiple activities none of which you are actually care about. VT: What advice do you have regarding MCAT test prep? Sahil: The MCAT is a test of subject knowledge but also of endurance and reasoning. The best preparation is to do well in your prerequisite classes. I recommend to students that they buy a few MCAT review books and just sample them as they're going to the classes. That way when they put aside dedicated time to study (2 to 3 months is recommended) they will be reviewing the material for that third and fourth times rather than the first. VT: What do Med School admissions officers look for in recommendation letters? Sahil: Letters of recommendation are always better from people who know you best. Not only are we looking to judge people based on their grades and how they performed in class but deeper than that we want to see that the student is able to develop relationships with their professors. A professor who can talk about activities and perhaps their relationship with the student outside of the classroom as well as how well they performed in the classroom goes along way. It's always best to get these from people who know you best rather than just big names. Check out Dr. Mehtas website, MedSchoolCoach.com, for more information.The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

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