tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64093732372285722332024-02-08T11:59:00.207-08:00Education and ReferenceInformation to education and Reference.Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-2272538722092713872013-06-25T08:33:00.000-07:002013-06-25T08:33:01.685-07:00Top 10 Temperature Calibration Tips<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br />There's a common belief that temperature calibration isn't possible in digital devices. It is a sane belief but still, there's a working logic for this operation. When you enter a desired value to calibrate the device, the internal temperature of the thermistor is manipulated accordingly. This is exactly how it works. Following are top 10 tips on temperature calibration.<br /><br />1. Select the best thermistor<br /><br />The Platinum Resistance Thermometer is the most accurate thermistor known to the developers at present. The readings are accurate up to a few decimal places if measured digitally. If you aren't familiar with transducers, then you can go with the analog display. The readings on the scales are accurate too.<br /><br />2. Avoid usage of fluid chemicals<br /><br />Try to stick to the dry-well; as the name suggests, it is dry and almost 0% moisture is present. Calibration bath is physically unpleasant as it contains viscous fluids. A dry-well is an excellent way to deal with messy fluids.<br /><br />3. Keep an extra thermometer<br /><br />It is recommended that you carry two or more thermometers to minimize the reading errors. Read a number of thermal devices at once and tally the readings. If the readings differ a little, consider the average.<br /><br />4. Use a thermal source<br /><br />While calibrating the device, make use of an external thermal source to provide heat to the device.For instance, if you wish to reduce the temperature by two degrees; then make contact of an external source to reduce the temperature by two degrees. Similarly, operate the thermal device to increase the heat. The thermal source must be digital and should be accurate up to at least two decimal places. Digital devices are always convenient.</div>
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />5. Use calibration baths<br /><br />Calibration baths are known to enhance calibration by creating sound thermal environment. This minimize the errors considerably and they are compatible with a number of thermal environments and operations. They also have ample of access openings. Calibrations baths are always carried by the technicians/physicists.<br /><br />6. Make use of a few calibration baths<br /><br />You don't want to get your work affected by a faulty calibration bath. So it is recommended to have a multiple number of calibration baths. The bath fluids present inside the CB help in keeping the temperature stable up to a certain extent.<br /><br />7. Carry minimum amount gadgets<br /><br />Try to save your time by carrying the minimum number of gadgets. For example, the multi-meter does multiple operations including temperature measurement, potential measurement, current calibration, resistance measurement etc. It is economical and convenient to have a multi-meter in place of a dozen unwanted meters.<br /><br />8. Have knowledge about infrared calibration<br /><br />Infrared calibrations demands the operator to have a working knowledge in the filed of radio waves and amplitude signals. You must be familiar with surface physics and wave physics. You must know all the factors that influence the deviations in readings carried out by infrared calibrators.<br /><br />9. Check your deices frequently<br /><br />The field of temperature calibration involves many temperature affecting factors. You are expected to carry a portable dry-well to check for any errors in your devices.<br /><br />10. Use a graphing digital thermometer<br /><br />The fluke 1523 and 1524 are the most preferred digital thermometers that produce stable graphs on the variance of temperature. If you are working on the statistics of the data, then you must have a graphing thermometer.<br /><br />By: Edward S<br /><br /><br />Edward S suggests periodic of temperature and pressure calibration equipment to maintain accuracy in laboratory reactions or industrial processes. For more information on calibration of equipment procedure, visit www.rscalibration.com.<br />Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-56152220676638619382013-06-10T08:29:00.000-07:002013-06-25T08:30:15.777-07:00Attend Cna Classes For Free<div style="text-align: justify;">
For some people, the cost of attending CNA classes can prevent them from following the career path that they want. The cost of classes is perceived to be an obstacle and for some they dismiss the idea of becoming a CNA because in order to earn money from being a CNA, first of all you need to pay for the relevant training. I would argue that your CNA training should be considered an 'investment', though I am aware that some people simply aren't willing to part with their money with no guarantees.<br /><br />So, where do you find free CNA courses?<br /><br />What I consider to be the best idea is to enquire at local healthcare providers in your area - this is basically hospitals, care homes and the like. You're looking for places that need CNAs - of which there are many. There's a general consensus that there is not enough CNAs currently and this means these organisations are desperate to help any aspiring CNA to fulfil their ambition. These organisations are often will to pay for you to attend CNA classes, though often in return you have to commit to working for the organisation for a specified number of months.<br /><br />Other avenues you can explore are should you are aged 16-24, and have no income, you can receive CNA training through Jopb Corp at 1800 733 JOBS. It is also worthy of note that if you are disabled then you qualify for this irrespective of you age.<a name='more'></a><br /><br />You should also consider the City of Phoenix Workforce Connection if you are person on low income. It offers 5 week courses and your local DES office<br /></div>
Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-47131355851997762052013-05-15T15:06:00.000-07:002013-05-15T15:06:37.003-07:00Introduction To Teaching Methods<div style="text-align: justify;">
Teaching English as a second or foreign language entails the use of both traditional teaching methods as well as instructional techniques that are unique to the study and learning of language. Traditional teaching methods include teacher-centric approaches such as explicit teaching as well as approaches that encourage active student participation. Based on the teaching experiences of educators around the world, different techniques should be deployed depending on the instructional purpose, the subject matter, and the students' level of competency, cognitive ability and enthusiasm. Concentrating and using just one approach has often been found to be grossly inadequate while a rich combination of approaches result to the most favorable learning outcomes.<br /><br />This article describes the most common and effective methods that are being used in traditional classrooms as well as the alternative or improvised techniques that have been developed specifically for language instruction.<br /><br />Fundamental Methods of Instruction<br />The primary approach in sharing new knowledge is basically the teacher-centric model that entails the techniques of 1) Exposition/Explanation/Description, and 2) Demonstration. Meantime, the participatory approach balances the responsibility of the cognitive process between teachers and students and employ the techniques of 1) Collaboration and 2) Teaching from a student perspective.<br /><br />In the teacher-centric approach, the learning process follows the classic knowledge transfer model: teacher-to-student. The basic techniques used in this model include direct exposition and explanation of different subjects through formal or mini lectures that may be accompanied by audiovisual materials (whiteboard notes, CD ROM, videos, music, presentations, and other instructional multimedia). Using the techniques of exposition-explanation-description, students are often required to memorize different concepts, and, in the case of language instruction, the actual verbalizations (oral recitation) of words and phrases.</div>
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />The very useful technique of concept/process demonstration also traditionally belongs to the teacher-centric approach. Through the technique of demonstration, the teacher can dramatically illustrate a concept by presenting it in different scenarios wherein students can clearly identify the different factors, players, or processes that are in play. In terms of language instruction, actual conversations in the foreign or second language within different contexts may be shown to students in order to help them establish the distinctions of language use for different language encounters. Compared with the former technique, demonstrations are better able to reinforce lesson concepts because demonstrations enable students to assess and appreciate sensory (visual and auditory) affirmations of the different concepts being taught by the teacher. This way, students are better able to retain and apply the lesson concepts when the need arises. An actual and simple conversation in English orchestrated for this purpose is an excellent instructional resource that will go a long way in language learning classrooms.<br /><br />On the other hand, participatory approaches allow students to assume more responsibility in the cognitive process. Participatory approaches greatly encourage collaboration and role-playing such that students become very active drivers of their own competency about the lesson topics. In sessions that promote inter-student collaboration, the deeper involvement of students concerning the session outcome enhances their awareness of the concepts being described by the teacher. In addition, the participatory approach is a good way of assessing individual students' socialization and leadership skills. Collaborative techniques may involve the submission of group projects, the holding of group discussions, role-play and simulations, and fieldwork.<br /><br />For students with varying degrees of leadership aptitudes, the technique of teaching or presenting to peers and colleagues can further improve their subject competency. After all, research have conclusively shown that teaching is a very effective way of learning a subject matter, one reason why formal teachers eventually become extremely competent in their fields. By temporarily allowing students to role-play and assume the responsibilities of teachers, they eventually gain confidence about the subject matter and improve their skills expounding on or demonstrating its concepts.<br /><br />Method Enhancers<br />To generate instructional variation for both teacher centric and participatory approaches, different teaching tools and enhancers should be deployed from time to time. More than breaking classroom monotony, this should enhance learning gains and feed student enthusiasm. This is especially true in the field of language instruction wherein students should be disrupted from being linguistically complacent in their respective comfort zones. Doing so will enable students to become more articulate in any language encounter, whether conversational, passive, or written.<br /><br />Some of the best method enhancers that language instructors should deploy in their classes include 'guided discovery' (wherein students discover lesson concepts by themselves, and therefore, tend to nurture the discovered concept better), 'problem solving' (wherein critical thinking skills are fully utilized in order to build more complex concepts from fundamental building blocks--which are basic syntax and some vocabulary in case of language learning), and the 'command style' (wherein basic to complex commands given in the second or foreign language are used to ingrain the essence of the language by physical or emotional associations that are readily experienced by the learners). Furthermore, traditional teaching elements should also be used to enliven the classroom environment. These include group presentations, case studies, surveys, games, and assigned individual research or reports that are to be presented in class. Various media such as simple movies, short stories, television series, commercials, biographies, music videos and poems can be leveraged for interesting individual or collaborative exercises.<br /><br />Approaches to Language Teaching<br />Because language learning entails a different desired outcome compared to other subjects, many field-specific approaches were developed by language educators over the years. The most commonly performed approaches are 1) Grammar-Translation, 2) Phonetic Method, 3) Communicative Approach, 4) Physical Response Approach, 5) Task-Based Learning, and 6) Language Immersion.<br /><br />In Grammar-Translation, the focus is on the conscious and intensive learning of grammatical syntax. For students being instructed through this approach, the main learning strategy is memorization (phrasal and sentence constructions as well as the vocabulary necessary to build them). Meantime, the phonetic method leans heavily on the oral articulation of the language such that students are often engaged in recitation sessions, short speeches, and read reports. The communicative approach requires a higher form of cognitive appreciation of language than the two previous methods. Proponents of the communicative approach believe that knowing how to construct grammatically sound sentences and reciting formulated sentences are not enough for advanced learners. True language acquirers should be able to communicate well in any given language encounter. Used effectively for beginners in language learning, the Physical Response Approach aims to ingrain the essence of a second or foreign language into the psyche of learners by relating actual physical experiences or associations with foreign words or phrases. Known also as the "Command Style," Tasked-based learning seeks to ingrain the actionable aspects of the foreign language with the aim of giving the learner some idea of its core mechanics. Lastly, immersive approaches aim to develop learners' linguistic competencies through a comprehensive model that helps develop oral, listening, and written skills.<br /><br />For teachers of English as a second or foreign language, the tendency to pick out only two or three teaching approaches they are most comfortable with is very strong. But as can be gleaned from the proliferation of literature on language instruction, there are quite a number of available approaches that can help both the teachers and the students in the learning engagement. Trying out different approaches from time to time and in various combinations will likely address some learning difficulties encountered along the way. Remember, for a language teacher to become a well-rounded, getting to know and applying different teaching principles is critical, not only for professional growth but also to the development of English language instruction as a whole. That is, teachers collaborating on the best techniques to use in different teaching-learning scenarios will help language educators systematize the different methodologies available.<br /><br />By: MGHines<br />Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-61024752054449292352013-05-14T01:35:00.001-07:002013-05-14T01:35:24.831-07:00Top 10 Online Public Service Degrees<div style="text-align: justify;">
Earning an Online Degree<br /><br />Many careers in public service require a bachelor's or higher degree, and even professionals in occupations that do not require a college education should consider the many benefits of attaining their higher education. Most persons interested in public service careers will benefit considerably from additional education. Although the cost of education is skyrocketing - including living costs and school supplies on top of tuition - online options are making it more feasible for working professionals to pursue their higher education with lower costs and more flexible learning.<br /><br />Earning an Advanced Degree - Return On Investment (ROI)<br /><br />Average worker salaries increase with education, and unemployment rates decrease. According to the U.S. Bureau of the Census, in 2007 the median annual income of individuals holding a master's degree was $52,390 to $9,247 higher than for individuals with a bachelor's degree. In most cases, a person who earned a master's degree would recover the cost of the degree through increased earnings in less than a decade after graduation. Adults with advanced degrees earned four times more than those with less than a high school diploma. In 2006, workers 18 and older with a master's, professional or doctoral degree earned an average of $82,320, while those with less than a high school diploma earned $20,873. In 2012, the average increase in salary between those with an associate's degree and those with a bachelor's was by 74 percent, while the average increase for those with a bachelor's to those with a graduate degree was by 64 percent.<br /><br />Top 10 Degrees for Public Service Professionals<br /><br />1. Bachelor's in Fire Science<br />Online degrees in fire science provide strong foundations in technical aspects of fires and hazardous materials and emphasize professional skills, ethics, service, and leadership. While most firefighters have a high school diploma, workers with an associate's or bachelor's degree in fire science are often preferred, and an associate's degree is required for executive fire officer certification from the National Fire Academy. Some departments offer incentives such as tuition reimbursement or higher pay for advanced degrees or training. Online bachelor's or master's degrees in fire science (or related fields such as public administration) can also help firefighters move up the career ladder - helping them reach higher positions in their field, such as fire captain, chief or investigator.</div>
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />2. Bachelor's in Criminal Justice<br />Criminal Justice is a top choice for professionals looking to get their foot in the door in law enforcement. Specialties such forensics and criminology could be the key to top government jobs such as with the FBI or CIA. Top-paying careers for criminal justice students include positions as lawyers, private investigators and detectives, police officers, federal marshals, forensics analysts, paralegals, probation officers, corrections officers, victim advocates, and court clerks.<br /><br />3. Master of Public Health<br />One of the best paying master degrees, public health professions earn a median salary of $60,046, with a 680 percent average return on investment. Public health professionals work to solve some of today's most complex and challenging social issues, including substance abuse, poverty, and crisis management. An online bachelor's or master's degree in public health qualifies individuals for a number of positions in education, administration and management, public policy, community practice and research.<br /><br />4. Master of Business Administration (MBA)<br />Another one of the best paying master degrees, business administration professionals earn a median salary of $64,925, with a 679 percent average return on investment for their degree. With many MBA programs incorporating socially-focused curricula, this area of study is an option for individuals looking to get into operations and logistics management, as well as many other areas of business as applies to the public and private sector.<br /><br />5.MS Homeland Security and Emergency Management<br />Since the 2001 World Trade Center terrorist attacks, there has been an exceptional growth in the demand for emergency management experts. The field now encompasses public administration, public health, environmental science, social science, and engineering. Working in public and private sectors, these leaders help individuals, businesses, and communities avoid and respond to crises. Common jobs for those with a degree in Emergency Management include crime scene investigation unit managers, customs and border protection officers, disaster response consultants, emergency management directors, fire chiefs or marshals, highway safety specialists, homeland security coordinators or managers, intelligence operations specialists, and law enforcement specialists.<br /><br />6. Master's in Public Policy (MPP)<br />A master's in Public Policy equips students in the areas of teamwork, communication, and leadership, and prepares leaders for working in the public sector to develop and implement public policy. Most MPP degrees require two academic years to complete. Many programs also offer joint degrees to combine public policy with business or law.<br /><br />7. Master's in Education<br />A master's degree in education is the most popularly pursued program for educators who want to advance their careers. The Master of Education degree is designed for certified teachers. Popular specialties include Special Education and Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). Professionals who wish to become educators but who have an undergraduate degree in a different field may pursue the Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree, which is often designed to lead to initial teacher certification.<br /><br />8. Ph.D. Psychology<br />Practicing psychologists generally are required to have a master's, specialist, or doctoral degree in psychology for licensure. The doctoral degree focuses on scientific models with an emphasis on experimental methods and research, and will prepare professionals for practice and conducting research in the field. Specialty areas in include Clinical Psychology, School Psychology, Sports Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, and Industrial-Organizational Psychology. According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, employment for psychologists is expected to grow 22 percent from 2010 to 2020.<br /><br />9. BA Social Work<br />A challenging and rewarding career, social work professionals strive to improve the quality of life for the most vulnerable and in-need populations. Many specialize in specific populations or demographics such as pediatrics, families, geriatrics or at-risk groups such as abused children. The need for qualified, educated social workers is great and exists in all areas across the country and around the world.<br />A degree in social work is generally required for managerial positions in the field and programs often include up to a year of field work. Common social service careers include working in adoption support, child protection, employment, hospice care, mental health counseling and school social work. Employment for social workers is expected to grow faster than average for all occupations through 2018, and job prospects are expected to be favorable, particularly for social workers who specialize in the aging population or work in rural areas.<br /><br />10. BA Political Science<br />A bachelor's degree in political science equips students with skills and knowledge to be the next generation of leaders within the government sector. Curriculum focuses on the study of geopolitics, economics, political behavior, power and authority, policy development, international relations, and conflict resolution. Political scientists often pursue careers in law, politics, education, journalism, communications, and other areas of public service.<br /><br />Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-7227857318484943922013-05-11T17:42:00.000-07:002013-05-15T15:13:28.070-07:00Renewable Energy And The Green Economy<div style="text-align: justify;">
The renewable energy industry is on the verge of creating a worldwide economic boom. Venture capitalists around the world are poised to invest heavily which will create new jobs at a remarkable rate. In other words the green economy is the next big economic boom. Governments that recognize this trend are investing heavily in educating their young people to be ready for the new economy that will define their lives. Technology companies are wanting college graduates with expertise in the new tools, methods and techniques.<br /><br />In the UK alone, fuel consumption is expected to increase in 2014 to 770 quadrillion thermal units. That is an astounding 50% increase over the 2012 figures. Global consumption of fossil fuels is increasing at an unbelievable rate. New oil platforms are being built in dangerous waters with the potential for economic and environmental disaster. As these sources are depleted, alternative fuels are a necessity. Globally, consumers are beginning to expect the fuel sources to be clean as well as affordable. Depletion of fossil fuels, changes in the environment, and improved technologies are driving the creation and expansion of the green economy.<br /><br />Worldwide there are approximately 2.7 million people employed in all phases of the green economy. The green economy, as it is now being called, is labor intensive and is defining how people will live, work and play in the 21st century. Everything including construction, manufacture, distribution, sales, maintenance and every other aspect of human life is changing. Instead of burning coal for electricity, nature will manufacture the power we use via the solar panels and wind turbines. The use of renewable energy will raise the standard of living worldwide. The investment is necessary, and every country, rich or poor, will eventually have to embrace the new reality that renewable energy is the only power source available.</div>
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />At the present time, renewable energy only accounts for 16% of the global use. Wind power is expected to increase another 20% by the end of 2014 and the installation of photovoltaic or solar technology will grow another 70% worldwide. Renewable energy will become more reliable as technology improves. Currently, a cloudy day can deplete solar energy, Because humans have always relied on the wind to sail the oceans, now wind turbines placed in the ocean provide electricity to millions of homes and businesses.<br /><br />In 2010, Australia became the first nation to convert 100% to renewable fuel sources at an investment of $370 billion. The conversion took an entire decade but they expect to recover the investment in another 10 years. Many other countries are studying the Australian conversion as a guide to their own renewable energy resources.<br /><br />Dirty fuel sources that deplete the environment are being replaced worldwide. Even the oil rich Middle East recognizes that they must embrace the new technology and become leaders in supplying renewable energy. Their massive desserts are a source of solar and wind power that can supply energy to nations without an abundance of natural energy. By the end of the 21st century renewable energy is expected to be used on a global scale and fossil fuels will be a distant memory.<br /><br />By: SelJones<br />Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-90667581114662837652013-05-09T13:37:00.000-07:002013-05-11T21:38:30.528-07:00The Good Side Of Homeschooling Your Kids<div style="text-align: justify;">
Homeschooling as the terms connotes is an educational methodology wherein a child is taught by a parent or a tutor at home. Home schooling is more popular in urbanized countries as another option over private and public schools.<br /><br />In the traditional processes, children are taught at school. Home school education on the other hand, gives emphasis on self - paced education and independent learning strategies. Certainly, by adapting this approach, parents are eased that their child are given the best education there is.<br />In order to supplement teaching, most parents and tutors make use of home school materials and resources. Without this, the entire experience will eventually fail. Educators can either create their own curriculum program or download pre - planned curriculum online. Starters are recommended to buy completely written curriculum, lesson plans or study guides until the lessons are mastered and got used to home school teaching.<br /><br />Most definitely, home school education will require educators to exert effort and dedicate more time in teaching their home schooled child. The parent (as the teacher) should foster good relationship to the child (as the student) and entail motivation and perseverance throughout the whole course. Proper assessment must be carried out in order to tell the productivity of the child. Self - assessment is also important in order to improve the teaching strategies of the educator.<br /><br />Home schooling appears to be difficult but rewarding at the same time. It develops family interaction and the family's closeness is practiced. Another benefit of home schooling your child is it prevents untoward incidents like violence and school related accidents.</div>
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />Home schooling has negative effects too. Since the child stays at home most of the time, communication with other people is not practiced. It will also help if the student will be able to get out of the comfort zones of their homes. Through this, the student will acquire a sense of liberty when choosing acquaintances and dealing with life at school on her own. It will also entail self-discipline when waking up early, doing home works and dealing people who disagree with the child's opinions and interests. All the more, students will be exposed to official academic activities done outside the school such as field trips, museum trips and camping. It will develop a sense of knowing the world that the child is living in. All these mechanism are absent in home school education. All the same, all these learning will also help shape the mind and hearts of student that will be used later on in his/her life.<br /><br />When deciding for the child's education, it is the best to consider the child's opinion and preference no matter how young the child is. It is recommended that both sides should be explained to the child well to help develop the decision making of the child. All the best must be preferred for the child's development and his/her future.<br /><br />By: Zach Doherty<br />Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-88286560450062691372013-05-02T20:15:00.000-07:002013-05-15T15:17:00.979-07:009 Approaches Towards The Best Science Fair Project<div style="text-align: justify;">
Setting up a fabulous project can feel scary initially and yet, as with most stuff that will seem to be overwhelming, if you decide to break the problem down into simple steps you could achieve almost everything. Frequently any project is simply separated into several parts:<br />A - Get to know your subject.<br />B - Design and build a display.<br />C - Deliver a presentation on the subject in addition to the exhibit.<br /><br />Listed here are the most important 9 simple steps to your successful science fair project<br /><br />Get to know your subject<br /><br />1 - Look for a subject which can interest you - Get a fun subject which seems like it might be cool to learn and you should not be particularly frightened of a challenge. The assignment is unquestionably created through taking it just one action at a time. Plus a challenging project typically leads to a more desirable grade.<br /><br />2 - Prepare a project plan - When you finish determining precisely what subject you would like to exhibit, decide what it really could be that you'd like to demonstrate. This type of project plan is normally just for your use. It's usually broken down straight into discussing areas relating to the particular material and has an introduction, detailed description or simpe demonstration, as well as a summary. This plan ought to do several things:<br /><br />- It can help you comprehend the topic much better,<br />- It can help you foresee most of the unavoidable problems that will come up,<br />- It can be used for a resource whenever talking about the subject and even writing a written report.<br /><br />3 - Research your subject - Just like any report, and a science fair project is just a more sophisticated report, all the hours you actually put in finding out about the topic will pay off over time. However the time devoted investigating should be used on actual research. It is really quite easy to become derailed when performing research. Here is where the project plan come in, stick to the plan and set targets to know each section of the project plan one step at a time.<br /><br />Design and build a display<br /><br />A display often is the center point to your assignment. It will be where nearly everybody will likely be centering their attention. It is intended to not just demonstrate your expertise of the subject matter, but it will certainly explain the topic to individuals who will not know much about the topic.</div>
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />Making the exhibit could take a lot of forms and tends to be based upon the actual project's subject. As an example, should you be exhibiting a chemical's behavior if energy is added, or maybe the fact that magnetic looses power after high temperature is added, or even different ways electric power can be generated, you could have different configurations. There is, in most cases, one thing used in just about all projects and quite often it's the only item on the exhibition, the display board. The display board might be 48" high and 36" across and it has three sections or panels.<br /><br />You will find three steps to assembling this particular display<br /><br />1 - Organize your Display Board - Sketch out anything you plan to put on this display board along with the way you wish to arrange it. For example several materials to consider placing onto the display board could be the sections of your actual report, such as:<br />Left Panel<br />- Overview<br />- History<br />- Hypothesis or Purpose<br /><br />Center panel<br />- Project Subject<br />- Resources<br />- Types of Procedures and Strategies<br />- Records, Graphs, as well as Photos<br /><br />Right Panel<br />- Summary<br />- Interpretation<br />- Supplemental Research<br /><br />Most of these could be called for, and on top of that there are numerous ways to layout the board. Normally your teacher will show you what is desired.<br /><br />2 - Make the board clean and visually attractive - After you know how you desire to lay your board out, set up your main materials in a way that they jump out.<br /><br />3 - Choose your main prop - While showing your subject matter, you will want to include an item in order to "Show and Tell". This'll help in demonstrating your knowledge on this topic. It may be a scaled down model, a journal, a scientific tests lab guide, or even components employed in your project.<br /><br />Deliver a presentation on the subject in addition to the exhibit<br /><br />It's time! An opportunity to prove all your understanding for the subject you chose.<br /><br />By this time, all the work is completed and you just want to present your knowledge on the topic. Simply recall these three steps.<br /><br />1 - Remain relaxed - Plenty of people get jittery at this stage. Keep in mind the fact that, by now, you probably are familiar with more on the subject when compared to most everyone in the room. And you may always depend upon your project plan, that you made in the beginning of your investigation, for support.<br /><br />2 - Talk with assurance - As I just explained, by now you almost certainly are familiar with a lot more pertaining to your chosen subject compared to almost everyone in the room, Therefore slow down and demonstrate specifically the things you did and also what you uncovered during the process.<br /><br />3 - Smile and be happy - It's complete! Great job! Take a look at exactly what you have achieved! You found a topic that you considered interesting, examined it, produced a demonstration display as well as reported the topic to others.<br /><br />Conclusion<br /><br />A successful science fair project is a valuable accomplishment and you will take the knowledge you obtained relating to the subject, in addition to your project procedure, along with you all the way through your school career and beyond. A science project can easily demonstrate that researching and also demonstrating a challenging topic could be accomplished by breaking the procedure into small sized simple steps. Definitely a piece of information which you can use from now on!<br /><br />By: Science Samm<br /><br /><br />Science Samm has been involved in the Electronics and Computer field for over 20 years. He is currently lending his experience to writing articles to help people better understand some of the more confusing areas in these and other fields. Please visit him at SchoolScienceFairIdeas.com<br />Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-16985817405811530152013-04-29T22:20:00.000-07:002013-05-15T15:19:37.209-07:00Galileo Galilei Biography<div style="text-align: justify;">
One of the most well known and influential individuals in the scientific realm to ever live goes by the name of Galileo Galilei. Many have heard of him, but few actually have a detailed knowledge of his life and accomplishments.<br /><br />Most consider this man to be one of the most important scientists in history. Many aspects of his life have taken on epic proportions. The contributions he made to the world of science are still revered to this day. He would go on to play a major role in the scientific revolution.<br /><br />Born in Pisa, Italy on February 15, 1564, he was the son of a famous lutenist and musical theorist. A deeply religious individual, he spent his life as a devout Catholic. After considering a career in the priesthood, he eventually enrolled at the University of Pisa at his father's urging.<br /><br />Originally enrolling to study medicine Galileo soon decided to pursue mathematics instead. This decision would impact the world of science. Many of the most prominent scientists of our time cite his work involving natural sciences and the scientific method as some of the most important of all time.<br /><br />Most are familiar with his role involving the Catholic Church. His support of the heliocentric theory that the Earth revolves around the sun was thought to contradict scripture. He was put on trial for his views. Many of his work and teaching were banned and he was put under house arrest. This incident has taken on somewhat legendary proportions, though most are misinformed of the events, as they are surrounded by myth and legend.</div>
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />While under house arrest Galileo continued to write and explore the passions he had developed. It was during this time that the book Two New Sciences was written. This book is now considered a classic, highly praised by the likes of Sir Isaac Newton and Albert Einstein. In 1992 the Catholic Church expressed their regret at the condemnation of this great scientist.<br /><br />This very popular and influential individual would pass away of natural causes in 1642. His legacy has left many contributions to his passions. Galileo has garnered titles such as "The Father of Science ", Father of modern physics ",and the "Father of Observational science." His contributions to physics, the scientific method, astronomy, and kinematics completely revolutionized many scientific arenas. Galileo is also known for making significant improvements to scientific instruments, including the telescope.<br /><br />By: Blair Levi<br />Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-26664058028524847902013-04-20T21:41:00.000-07:002013-05-11T21:42:09.895-07:005 Useful English Expressions<div style="text-align: justify;">
Idioms refer to phrases where their common meaning cannot be understood simply from the meanings of the individual words. They are cultural elements of speech and can prove a barrier to those who are speaking a non-native language. Five common English idioms are given below, together with their meanings, origins, and examples of their use in everyday use.<br /><br />1) Step up to the plate<br />The origin of this phrase was in the American sport of baseball. A batting player must step towards the “home plate” in order to be ready to strike the ball. Its common use is to refer to a) the taking on of responsibility generally and b) acknowledging responsibility that already exists.<br /><br />Example of a) “Since you have been ill lately I suppose I will step up to the plate and take on tomorrow’s presentation”<br />Example of b) “Stop being so lazy, you need to step up to the plate and provide for your family!”<br /><br />2) Doubting Thomas<br />This phrase is a biblical reference. One of the twelve Apostles of Jesus, Thomas, did not believe that Jesus had risen from the dead until Jesus appeared before him. The phrase is commonly used to refer to sceptics and those who make a habit of requiring proof for any statement.<br />Example: “John is such a doubting Thomas, if you said it was raining outside he would want to see your umbrella and if you said it was cold he would check a thermometer.”<br /><br />3) A Baker’s Dozen<br />This phrase comes from the tradition that bakers had of when they were serving a dozen (i.e. twelve) baked goods to a customer, adding in one extra so that there could be no accusations that the goods were underweight. Nowadays it is used simply to refer to any group of thirteen items.<br />Example: “My parents had many more children than is usual. There is a baker’s dozen of us all together.”</div>
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />4) Pass the buck<br />Coming from the world of poker, this phrase refers to an object that is given to the winner of each game so that they do not forget that they are responsible for the prize the next time. In common use it means a) to transfer blame to somebody else or b) to pass responsibility to someone else.<br /><br />Example of a) “Don’t try to pass the buck to me, I had nothing to do with that project and I won’t have anyone say that it is my fault.”<br />Example of b) “I am completely snowed under today, so I am going to have to pass the buck on tomorrow’s presentation.”<br /><br />5) Stealing thunder<br />This phrase may have come from a 17th Century writer, John Dennis, who built a thunder-noise machine for a play. The idea was then copied by others. The phrase is currently used to describe actions or speech that take attention away from another.<br /><br />Example: “I can’t believe that you proposed to your girlfriend at my wedding. You have completely stolen my thunder.”<br /><br />By: Linguarama<br />Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-51036986985666624512013-04-13T02:36:00.000-07:002013-05-14T01:37:09.214-07:00Online Resources For Online Learning Support<div style="text-align: justify;">
With the emergence of the digital age comes expanding opportunities for businesses to offer educational opportunities to their employees that will further their success in their careers. These days, you aren't only limited to relying on textbooks for learning. You are able branch out in different and innovative ways to aid in educational experiences. The prevalence of online education is booming and many individuals and companies are taking notice of the benefits this type of education can bring to their employees and, ultimately, their companies.<br /><br />Supplying one's employees with the latest skills and knowledge so they are able to perform in their job role confidently and efficiently is a huge benefit for any business, regardless of their demographics or what type of business it is. To earn from online is a great tool to aid in bettering businesses of all kinds and it comes in many forms. With this, there is bound to be a learning strategy that works well for nearly all types of individual learning styles.<br /><br />Some people may prefer online tutorials, or lectures, led by an instructor while others may prefer a self-study type of experience where they can read content online at their own pace. Some individuals prefer an interactive, hands-on online learning experience and for these people there are tools available including formal learning forums, chat capabilities, live labs and video conferencing. For the on-the-go learner, there are exciting mobile e-learning options as well. Many e-learning providers are now enabling integration of mobile devices such as iPads which makes education resources extremely convenient to access.</div>
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />Podcast and apps for Android and iPhone can also give learners a unique mobile learning experience. With a simple Google search, you can also find many free online classes to aid in learning from a variety of many different topics. Many of these free resources are non-accredited, but they still provide valuable knowledge that you can use in real life experiences. If you seek quick online tutorials, there are many online resources readily available as well. Popular sites such as YouTube can provide video tutorial resources whereas sites like eHow provide article tutorial resources. Simple, informal sites can really provide extensive amounts of valuable information to educate you personally and professionally. However, should you be looking for a more formal training option there are mounds of helpful resources out there as well.<br /><br />If you are a business owner or work for a company that is looking to provide online learning resources to its employees, check out some e-learning vendors to aid your employees in becoming true superstars in their jobs and gain invaluable knowledge to help you succeed.<br /><br /><br />Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-87030990161547886032013-04-06T19:08:00.000-07:002013-05-15T15:09:44.539-07:00Classroom Management Techniques<div style="text-align: justify;">
In addition to being highly knowledgeable in the subject matter, teachers also need to know how to manage classroom dynamics effectively. This entails organizational and disciplinary skills that both help make different types of classroom interactions more systematic and aligned with the learning objectives. Otherwise, classes that are conducted by teachers with very minimal classroom management skills tend to produce less favorable outcomes, such as low student achievements. Some studies, in fact, suggest that when teachers are inefficient at managing disruptive classroom behavior, the average pace of cognitive development among all students suffer greatly.<br /><br />If you are a native English speaker who intend to teach English as a second or foreign language (ESL/EFL), it will be well to note that the paired factors of 1) disruptive behavior of students, and 2) inability of teachers to effectively manage classroom behavior, jointly cause an alarming number of new educators to leave the teaching profession. This means that in addition to generating mediocre results in terms of the learning goals for students, ineffective classroom management also cause stress, deep resentment and burnout among many teachers, to the point of compelling some of them to consider another profession. In second or foreign language learning, the cultural and linguistic gaps among students and teachers can also aggravate the learning conditions in many ways.<br /><br />That said, the underlying principle should be obvious: teachers need to develop classroom management skills in order to attain positive learning outcomes. While it is true that managing student behavior is not an absolute guarantee to success, well-managed classroom behavior is a requirement for establishing an environment that is conducive to learning. After all, learning takes place most positively when students are properly motivated to learn.<br /><br />Given this teaching scenario, don't lose heart nonetheless. Disruptive behavior is a normal occurrence in the learning process such that veteran educators have established different methodologies and techniques in order to quell learning disruptions. In addition, the demand for English language educators are in the uptrend globally simply because there is a real need to learn the lingua franca of globalization among non-native speakers. Behavior among learners also varies, depending on many factors such as location, economic segmentation, and the motivation to learn. While there is a real linguistic and cultural gap between teachers and students, such differences have been used by enterprising educators as positive inputs for learning.</div>
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />If you happen to handle classes where disruptive behavior is present, then there are classroom management techniques that you can implement to reduce or even eliminate disruptive classroom behavior. This article presents two solutions--one a process and the other a set of methodologies--that you can use in various combinations depending on the learning conditions in each of your classes.<br /><br />A. Class Management Process<br /><br />This set of steps aim to transform the classroom environment into one that actively encourages learning. By modifying both the physical and human aspects of the classroom, teachers will be able to establish an ecosystem that has a positive atmosphere and one that compels everyone to attain learning goals.<br /><br />1. Have a plan., Nothing beats a comprehensive strategy for achieving learning goals. Each learning session must follow a pre-planned outline that details 1) the expected learning outcomes; 2) how the teacher is to introduce, demonstrate, or explain a lesson or subject matter; 3) the techniques by which the teacher will motivate the class to actively participate in the learning process; 4) how the students will participate; and 5) the alternative strategies in case the actual learning outcomes and student behavior are not what has been expected.<br />2. Establish the best learning climate possible. Excluding human factor, the overall learning conditions in any classroom can be modified readily. How a room looks and feels have a direct impact on learning. Lighting can be configured depending on the teaching purpose, for example (well-lit rooms facilitate clear reception of all sensations especially those that are visual while a darkened room magnify sound sensations and may be good for articulating pronunciations, and other verbal concepts; a spotlight focuses students' attention to a particular learning stimulus such as the teaching conducting a lecture, a visual image, or the whiteboard.). Get rid of disruptive background noise (a faulty electric fan or air conditioning unit, for example) whenever possible. Clutter and other visual pollution that unnecessarily divert people's attention should also be addressed.<br />3. Conduct class sessions efficiently. Clarify the goals you want your students to achieve and the ways by which they can achieve them. Never appear to be disorganized to your students. Be consistent in order to set an example and establish a clear system for different classroom activities.<br />4. Practice authority positively. Develop mutual respect but integrate wholesome humor in your interactions. This will allow you to reach out to all your students and to avoid neglecting any one. Maintain a positive and accessible demeanor so that your students will be encouraged to communicate. Practice the so-called three F's required of successful educators: firmness, fairness, and friendliness.<br /><br />B. Class Management Techniques<br /><br />Managing student behaviour is critical to the success of your teaching sessions. You can use any of the following techniques in order to establish the right learning attitude among your students.<br /><br />1. Subject Focus. Everyone in your class should be primed for learning before you introduce a new subject matter. When students are engaged in chatter that is unrelated to the subject matter or appear to be doing something not related to the lesson, don't continue your teaching until you get their full attention. Temporarily stop discussing the subject matter whenever you think students are not paying attention since that would be a waste of time and effort. Otherwise, opting to teach even when students are not paying attention will establish the notion that it is okay to be rude and to ignore someone speaking to you.<br />2. Modelling. For the learning process to be healthy and effective, teachers need to establish their leadership and authority inside the classroom. They also need to exhibit the very traits they want their students to develop and possess. As role models, teachers should know and practice how to show respect and concern for others so that students can emulate their actions. In addition, teachers should show decisiveness and fairness in order to establish a good, disciplined environment for learning.<br />3. Proximity and Modality. Students tend to be more involved when teachers are at arm's length compared to when they are more distant. This is because people tend to do whatever they want given the chance to do so. In a classroom setting, students in locations that are farthest from the teacher are likely to do their own thing and misbehave compared to those who are in close proximity to the teacher. To address this issue, move across the room during lectures or seatwork as much as possible. Equally engage as many students as possible and make it clear that you confer due attention to everyone and care about their learning achievements.<br />4. Reward System. Teachers should understand what motivates students and use these as platforms for cognitive development. Human needs such as a sense of belonging and affirmation can be used for further nurturing good classroom behaviour. Also called "Positive Discipline" by some educators, this technique showcases positive traits instead of calling students' attention to bad behaviour. Praise and reward often accompany this technique and are used to reinforce everyone's preference for good behaviour.<br />5. Regular and Random Aptitude Assessments. To check whether students are learning as much as expected, teachers should give regular tests in the form of announced exams, seat works, group activities, and other assignments such as random concept checking. Unannounced quizzes should also be regularly given not only to monitor students' progress but also to compel students to consistently pay attention in order not to fail in the surprise quizzes.<br />6. Lesson Management. The teacher's understanding of people's motives and behaviour is just one side of the coin. The other side concerns teachers themselves. The fact is, while it is assumed that teachers know their subject areas adequately, sharing their knowledge is another matter. Due preparation and planning is necessary to conduct each learning session successfully.<br /><br />Teaching is a rewarding profession and is critical in preparing the next generation of people for meeting the challenges of tomorrow. It can also be a highly stressful discipline especially for new teachers who are easily intimidated by adverse classroom dynamics. These guidelines should be able to help teachers streamline their classroom engagement strategies in order to yield positive outcomes--both for them and their students.<br /><br />By: MGHines<br />Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6409373237228572233.post-19664305642035625552013-03-14T08:39:00.000-07:002013-05-11T21:39:46.554-07:00Good Writing Is Like A Diamond<div style="text-align: justify;">
A few months ago, after my friends at EzinesArticles.com awarded me their Diamond Expert Author status, I just naturally took a much greater interest in diamonds. By doing some diamond research I was able to learn many interesting facts about them and how their facets can be compared to what we considered to be top quality writing.<br /><br />For example:<br /><br />Gemstones commonly have facets cut into them in order to improve their appearance by allowing them to reflect more light.<br /><br />Those facets are the flat geometrically shaped surfaces you see on every diamond. Historically, the organization of naturally occurring facets was key to early developments in crystallography, since those facets reflect the underlying symmetry of the crystal structure.<br /><br />As you know, much of the beauty of a diamond lies in the way those many, many carefully prepared facets reflect and enhance light. In the same way, a skillful author can add fact after fact in his article to help his readers see clearly how those facts can give them the knowledge they need to understand completely the point of view of the author.<br /><br />For our purpose here, perhaps we can re-write that definition of diamonds in a new way and relate it to what we consider good writing:<br /><br />Facts, in a piece of writing, are much like the facets of a diamond gemstone because they reflect the crystal clear thinking of the author. A good writer knows that facts are the keys to clear writing that can produce an underlying symmetry of understanding in the minds of his readers. Therefore, the more facts, the better the writing.</div>
<a name='more'></a><br /><br />A seasoned writer, who is a good wordsmith, fills his articles with as many known facts as he can. At the same time, he demonstrates his ability to make those facts clear enough and interesting enough in the minds of his readers, to enrich their understanding of the subject at hand.<br /><br />Summary: If you want to be a good writer, keep the facets of a diamond in your mind as you write. Try to make each fact as clear and distinctive as the facets of an expensive diamond. The more facts and the more beautifully you present them, the more valuable your writing will be for your readers.<br /><br />P.S. To see some of my diamond quality writing look at the articles under my name here. Or, go to my website where I give you the many facts about my personal comfort products: http://www.originalsbyweber.com<br /><br />Sokecxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14318342828615263605noreply@blogger.com0