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How To Be A Good Tutor
June 7, 2019

How To Be A Good Tutor

Tutoring is perhaps one of the most intricate jobs nowadays. Perhaps, this can be attributed to the fact that it necessitates extensive and holistic knowledge of a subject, enthusiasm and the desire to make a difference in the lives of those receiving the service. Whether you are teaching about home decor or how to garden, delivery of your lessons is super important. In other words, the role of a tutor is to be a guide and facilitator of learning. To be precise, the tutor guides, evaluates, and motivates his/her students, in a bid to achieve good performance at the end of the course. If you have the desire to become a mentor, to teach someone what you know yourself…

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How to Dress as A Tutor
June 2, 2019

How to Dress as A Tutor

Everyone has their own style, but when it comes to professions, there are certain dress codes that need to be followed. Big companies often have strict dress codes on custom t shirts, or at least a definite and clear one that employees can just follow. However, it might be more complicated and challenging for people who work in a free work environment.
A good example is a tutor. Tutors are still teachers; they are just not teaching in regular schools. The work environments of tutors are offices, tutorial centers, and houses. So, with the workplace being different from that of a regular school’s teacher, one might get confused as to what clothing articles are …

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5 Unique Ways to Improve Foreign Language Skills
April 9, 2020

5 Unique Ways to Improve Foreign Language Skills

There are many reasons to start learning a new language. It is not only a great leisure activity but also an excellent way to keep yourself productive while learning a new skill. Being fluent in more than one language can boost your chances of getting hired or securing promotion at your current job. 
 
Thanks to all the online tools available today, learning a new language has become easier than ever. Formal learning straight out of a textbook …

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What is Differentiated Instruction?
April 7, 2020

What is Differentiated Instruction?

Differentiated instruction consists of tailoring an educator’s teaching style to fit the needs of all individuals. There are different ways that instructors can change up their teaching styles to accommodate learners. By leveraging differentiated learning, instructors can ensure that their students are met at their comfort level. As classrooms become more and more diverse, the importance of differentiated instruction makes itself evident. 
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Teaching Styles
April 4, 2020

Teaching Styles

The exercise of every teacher has its style. This is a perpetual set of strategies that demonstrates itself with several levels of ardency, depending on the situation. The stylistic pedagogical exercise is dependent on varying factors, both on the activity itself and the students. The style is also a result of individuals characteristics of the teacher’s personality. Here is an highlight of the five major teaching styles:
Teacher as an authority
This is known as “The Authority style.” The teacher regards his students as an object of leverage and not equal persons in the activity. For this reason, the teacher disjoins himself from the teaching team and the students in person…

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8 Quick and Easy Hair Tutorials For Popular Hairstyles
March 27, 2020

8 Quick and Easy Hair Tutorials For Popular Hairstyles

To all our online hair tutors out there: Thank you very much for the effort you put into the video tutorials.
We had a few inquiries about hair tutorials so we thought we would give it a go and put together a list of the 8 most viewed hair tutorials on YouTube. (for long hair)
There are several hair tutorials on YouTube that could help you find the specific hair look you’re in search of. From a perfect elusive beachy wave to the 5-strand side braid, we have got the top 8 online hair gurus teaching you “how to’  take care of your locks.

Victoria Secret Waves

If you have ever …

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What is Zoom and how to use it
March 23, 2020

What is Zoom and how to use it

When you are tutoring online, then you want to make sure that you use the best tools at your disposal. After all, your main goal is to ensure that your students can succeed.
As an online tutor, I have already used a wide range of tools just like many other tutors. However, there is a tool that I find absolutely crucial and that I use all the time – Zoom.
What is Zoom?
Simply put, Zoom is a unique video conferencing platform that helps you interact with your students by simply using a camera and a …

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Advantages Of Online Tutoring
March 16, 2020

Advantages Of Online Tutoring

6 Advantages Of Online Tutoring
When you already have teaching skills and experience, then you know that online tutoring is the future. The truth is that many people are looking for how to tutor online since they also understand there are so many benefits. 
One of the things that you should keep in mind is that online tutoring is really simple nowadays. After all, there are many different tools you can use not to mention the Internet. 
No Travel Time:
Whether you live in a small town or a big city. Tutoring online had is a big disadvantage for everyone …

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Honor Society Review
March 9, 2020

Honor Society Review

HONOR SOCIETY ORGANIZATION REVIEW
Nowadays, it’s hard to tell a legitimate organisation from a shady one. Thousands of students in the US get countless invitation from non-profit societies but choose to throw it in the bin for fear of getting scammed. Quite frankly, for students who have fallen prey to such illicit organizations, trusting one that offers realistic value will always be a hard nut to crack.
For instance, Jaffar, a graduate of  Hawaii University, lamented on how he got an invitation from a scholarship society while he was in college. He paid the $100 membership fee that was quoted at the time …

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Best way to learn Spanish online and in person
March 7, 2020

Best way to learn Spanish online and in person

LEARNING SPANISH: ALL THAT IT ENTAILS
 Originally, Spanish was derived from a dialect of Spoken Latin introduced by the Romans during the second Punic war. Today, over 21 countries in the world speak Spanish including Argentina, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Uruguay.
Why Is Spanish Important?
Presently, Spanish is the third most widely spoken language in the world following Mandarin directly. Over 400million people worldwide speak Spanish, and with Spain being among the top desirable countries to live in based on good health and economy, it is no wonder a lot of people are looking for the best way to …

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CBD Oil for Teachers
February 21, 2020

CBD Oil for Teachers

More and more teachers suffer from mental illness and are threatened with burnout.
Every day, teachers are exposed to many stresses which can lead to early retirements, burnouts and depression and the number of affected teachers with mental disorders is increasing.  Many factors are responsible for this and every teacher complains about different stresses. Some feel stressed because of unmotivated and behaviourally conspicuous pupils, some talk about unintelligent parents. Even social media can create stress and depression. CBD oil is the latest trend against stress. But when is it OK for teachers to use it? At first we should talk about understanding the difference between positive and negative …

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ScholarshipOwl Review
February 12, 2020

ScholarshipOwl Review

ScholarshipOwl – Review
We tested and reviewed the process of signing up, the security of your personal information, the different package deals and pricing and we found out, what makes ScholarshipOwl so unique and different to other search engines.
What is ScholarshipOwl?
With ScholarshipOwl you can mass submit your applications to hundreds of scholarships without writing big essays. You only need one application to apply for all the scholarships you want to apply for. The platform helps you to streamline the application process by filling in all scholarship applications for you. All you need to do is to …

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IQ test for kids
February 5, 2020

IQ test for kids

When should your kid really have an IQ test, how would that work and what would the result tell you? We have answers.
Children go through different stages of development at their own pace. When it comes to intelligence, a child rarely resembles another. If a child’s performance is in the average of its peers, parents are often not very concerned about the intelligence of their child. If a child’s performance is above or below average, parents and teachers often think about an IQ test. 
MOST school systems and overcrowded classrooms often don’t allow customized …

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Rote Memorization
February 2, 2020

Rote Memorization

Despite its critics, we’ve discovered 5 secret tips on how to make rote memorization work for everyone.
In this article we will define what rote memorization is and why its effectiveness is debatable. Lastly we will unveil our steps to master rote learning.
What is rote memorization?
Rote learning is one method to memorize new information through repetition. Repeating a number over and over again and hope that the brain can find out a way to memorize it on its own.
Does rote memorization really work? 
And how …

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Writers Work Review: Legit or Not?
August 6, 2019

Writers Work Review: Legit or Not?

As a freelancer and a person who frequently receives a torrent of emails from wannabe freelance writers, I was exceptionally intrigued upon stumbling on writers work. Nevertheless, I had more questions than answers. Likewise, if you are an aspiring freelancer trying to land some writing gigs or perhaps a veteran trying to cast your net into deeper waters, you could be wondering, is Writers Work legit? Will it land you more and better-paying writing gigs? How does it work? And why is very different from other freelance writing platforms? Well, I am glad that you are trying to establish the truth. I mean, with so many scams masquerading the web nowadays, you can never be too careful to avoid being robbed of …

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5th Grade Reading Comprehension
July 21, 2019

5th Grade Reading Comprehension

Strategies to Improve 5th Grade Reading Comprehension
You might not have signed up for chalk stains on your pants or recess duty but if you want to improve and advance 5th grade reading comprehension skills of your child its time to start thinking like a teacher. I mean, it is important for the parent to familiarize and educate themselves on the skills and strategies that teachers employ when preparing students to read and make sense out of what they have just read. And though reading comprehension …

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4th Grade Reading Comprehension
July 21, 2019

4th Grade Reading Comprehension

4th Grade Reading Comprehension: Inspiring the Transition to an Independent Reader
Indeed, 4th grade is a big transition for students as they begin moving from just learning to read to reading and understanding. I mean, at fourth grade, students begin to encounter increasingly difficult texts. For this reason, it is a natural thing for teachers and parents to want to help their children and students avoid the so-called “4th-grade slump” when 4th grade reading comprehension seems to go down the drain. Though reading comprehension is the simple act of understanding and making sense out…

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Best Laminator for Teachers
July 20, 2019

Best Laminator for Teachers

We are living in a time of transformation accentuated by digital media. Our modern-day teaching in schools and classrooms has been redefined by the implementation of technological modernization that encourages students to connect and collaborate with others on a global scale.
However, we do well not to ignore the basic fact of our age – Paper remains the gold standard that cannot be replaced entirely by digital media. Where there is paper, there also lies the need to protect it. Each paper document used by a …

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Best Chairs for Reading
July 18, 2019

Best Chairs for Reading

Introduction
Are you lacking concentration when reading in your apartment or hostel room? Well, if so, your study posture could be the culprit. I mean, your sitting position while reading plays a crucial role in how well you can concentrate. And since studying is an indispensable and imperative part of everyone’s life, it goes without saying that you need to cultivate a healthy studying environment to bolster your concentration levels. The first step to cultivating a perfect studying atmosphere should be getting an ergonomic chair that will not only improve your study posture but also help …

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Best Desks for College Students
July 18, 2019

Best Desks for College Students

Introduction
As a college student, it goes without saying that a work station should be the centerpiece of your room or apartment. The best and most effective reading can only happen in a dedicated work place, and to complete it, you need a desk or table that fulfills your needs and preferences. This could imply a simple location to place your laptop and documents or a fully functioning workstation with drawers to store your files and/or enough space to place desktop monitors. Regardless of your needs and preferences, one is for sure. A desk is a piece of furniture at that you will be…

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Best Laptop for Teachers
July 18, 2019

Best Laptop for Teachers

Computer technology is revolutionizing the way we learn and teach. We are living in exciting times, where lack of technology is a reason for fear. Computers and laptops do what you tell them to do – and skilled teachers can harness its power for the betterment of their profession.
Whether it is for recording grades, managing attendance, or preparing for instructional delivery, technology has personalized the way education is handled by teachers in classrooms. Laptops and servers have become secondary classrooms for …

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Best Backpacks for College Students with Laptops
July 8, 2019

Best Backpacks for College Students with Laptops

Introduction
A laptop allows you to enjoy its features anywhere and anytime. However, transporting it from one place to another is always a delicate matter. That’s why you have to be very careful when choosing a computer backpack. You must, at all costs, focus on quality, size, and safety and not dwell too much on the aesthetic details. And even if you don’t have the time there is no reason to panic. We have done most of the work for you. This guide and product review gives you the best backpacks for students with laptops, important factors you need to take into consideration when making a choice and also advice on how to use and …

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