SUNY Brockport Tutoring Programs - How to Find the Best Schools

SUNY Brockport Tutoring Programs - How to Find the Best SchoolsThe SUNY Brockport is located in the upstate New York, and as an educational institution that offers many opportunities for those looking to further their education, it is a good place to get a program online. Those who are interested in being tutored by an actual SUNY Brockport student can choose to do so at the Brockport campus, or through their website, SunyTutors.com. The reason is that the SUNY Brockport offers the flexibility of attending classes on campus and also has a non-campus tutoring option available, and of course, in some cases, online learning is also an option.When you are considering any school, whether at SUNY Brockport or some other school, you have to find out if it is accredited. A good accreditation means that it meets the standards that many other schools need to meet in order to be approved by their state's Department of Education. This means that the school itself is considered to be accredited, and their official websites will list which institutions they meet. If you look on the SUNY Brockport website, you will find all the accreditation they need to meet all state requirements.The SUNY Brockport website offers many opportunities for you to get involved in the school. For example, a few years ago, SUNY Brockport ran a campaign of helping people earn college degrees with an online college preparatory program. In this case, if you earned a college degree, you could go on to earn a SUNY Brockport degree, which is a popular degree these days, as it can transfer easily to many other colleges and universities.The school also has its own branch in the United Kingdom, the British University at the Brockport Campus. In many cases, SUNY Brockport students can get a Bachelors degree and can transfer it to another institution that offers such a program, so students have the opportunity to complete two degrees. While the degree is different from the one you received at SUNY Brockport, it is still an excellent university program for those seeking an education beyond what they received at SUNY Brockport.Students who are considering going to SUNY Brockport, should be aware that the accreditation does not apply to all SUNY Brockport schools, however, most of them do, as they are in compliance with all the criteria of the accreditation process. Thus, if your program is online, then there is no accreditation involved, therefore there is no test of its effectiveness.Students looking to get a SUNY Brockport online program can enroll at their website, SUNYbrockport.com, and then they can have the opportunity to take the exam with a digital scorecard. If you do not qualify for the test, then you can choose to take it online. This will give you the chance to really see what your professor will look like and to see if you really want to take that degree.If you are going to take the SUNY Brockport online program, then make sure that you understand all the requirements of the program. However, if you are considering taking an online program, then make sure that you check out the school's accreditation, as this can really make a difference in your education. The SUNY Brockport website can provide you with the accreditation, as well as help you determine which program would best meet your needs.

Summer Camps for Kids

Summer Camps for Kids Kids' Best-Voted Summer Camps ChaptersAcademic CampsOutdoors Adventure CampsSports and Fitness CampsIt’s that time of year again when, although battling gloomy, chilly or downright cold weather, our thoughts turn to cavorting in the great outdoors.That is especially true for those of us with school-aged children.When you consider that two major holiday periods are on their way â€" Easter and Summer, most of us are annually faced with the dilemma of what to do with our kids while they’re out of school and we’re still at work.Summer camps, an idea borrowed from our friends across the pond, provide the ideal solution.Once it made its way to our shores, the concept took off like a rocket; today, kid camps of all types dot our landscape: STEM and other academic camps, outdoors camps, sports camps, day camps and even camps for the performing arts!Which do you see your kids being the happiest at? Is it the same camp that you’d like for them to attend?We know that summer is still a few months away (and Easter is right around the corner) but, if you hope for your child(ren) to have a spot at the camp of his/your choice, it would be best to register early.Besides, some camps offer discounts for early registration…Let’s take a look around the UK so that we can find the best camps of any type, shall we? 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On the other hand, judging by the glowing reviews of kids attending these camps, maybe kids want to diagram sentences all summer…That sentence does a disservice to the fine inst itutions that provide that type of learning.Take the Royal Institution Summer Schools programme, for example. They host a multitude of STEM workshops in engineering, cryptography, genetics and more.Your child won’t spend the week sitting in lecture halls listening to experts, s/he will get hands-on: building robots and making bath bombs, dabbling in forensic science and even learning to extract DNA.Hint: that’s not the same as taking a cheek swab… While some camps for teens can be quite primitive, many are not Image by Jerzy Górecki from PixabayIf your child happens to already be a Royal Institution member, you will benefit from 15% off of their summer school booking. Not such a bad deal!If you happen to be closer to Scotland than London (where the Royal Institution is), you might consider the Ardmay House International Summer School.This wonderful facility is located well off the beaten path in Arrochar, in the heart of Loch Lomond National Park.According to Gail, the camp’s representative, their two most popular programmes are Adventure English â€" a combination of English learning and activities, and Ardmay Adventure, an action-packed option.In fact, so popular are these choices that many parents opt for their children (ages 8 to 14) to attend first one, and then the other sessions.Should you worry that your child would miss city life, Adrmay House includes field trips into nearby towns as well as long hauls to Edinburgh and the slightly closer Glasgow.Their students love the Glasgow Science Centre!One advantage of this camp that you would be hard-pressed to find elsewhere is the international aspect. Your child would have the chance to meet, learn and play with kids from other countries.  What a learning experience!At one time or another, to varying degrees of fervency, every child dreams of running away to join the circus.Whether your child has or has not expressed that wish, wouldn’t it be great if s/he could learn circus tricks like walking a tightrope, being a part of a trapeze act, juggling and plate-spinning?Naturally, it’s not ‘all circus, all the time’ at Uppingham Summer School.Instead of your children performing a high-wire act during the end-of-week performance (yes, that is standard!), you might entice them with musical theatre or learning how to work behind the scenes, painting stage sets and arranging props.Unlike other summer camps, Uppingham has no age restrictions; obvious ly, infants wouldn’t be able to participate but, if your child is at least four years old, s/he would be welcome.You can find registration information for any of these facilities via the information below.Academic Summer CampsCamp NameLocationPhone NumberEmailThe Royal Institution Summer CampLondon0207 409 2992summerschools@ri.ac.ukArdmay House International Summer School(North of) Glasgow, Scotland0130 170 2998info@ahiss.co.ukUppingham Summer SchoolUppingham0157 282 0800Theatre@uppingham.co.ukAcademic SummerLondon, Cambridge, Bristol0203 959 9370info@academicsummer.co.ukFire TechVarious locations around the UK0203 950 7310info@firetechcamp.comMad ScienceVarious locations around the UK0203 031 6900heliumhelen@madscienceeast.co.ukExscitec SummerVarious locations around the UK0173 026 2927Alison.brennan@exscitec.comYour turn to chime in: what’s your take on summer camps in the UK? Outdoor adventure camps teach, among other things, environmental education Image by LUM3N from PixabayOutdoors Adventure CampsIt’s every parent’s dream to get their kids off of their electronic devices and out of doors, right?If your child is more connected to your WIFI than to you and cannot bear to have his tea without something bleeping and blooping in his hand, one way to break his (or her) habit is to send them to camp.Between having every minute of the day planned for them and none of the activities involving a gaming chair, you stand a good chance of getting your 6-13-year-olds moving again!Wickedly Wonderful  has a most appealing name… which was not borrowed from Deborah Blake’s book of that title.The activities take place in West Sussex, on the south coast of England. There, for one week or more, your child may ride horses, sail or play games on the beach. If, after all that, they get homesick, surely a chocolate banana roasted over the fire will cure their ills.Beca use everything is out of doors, there is no internet and no WIFI… nothing but fun activities that don’t involve electronic devices!Which camp should you choose if you’re not sure what your child would like to do during the summer? For such situations, Kingswood Camps has you covered.Their five camps are located in:Staffordshire, Wolverhampton (for ages 8-13) Summer and Easter campsGrosvenor Hall, Kent (for ages 8-17) Summer and Easter campsWest Runton, Norfolk (for ages 8-15) Summer and Easter campsColomendy, North Wales (for ages 8-17) Summer and Easter campsIsle of Wight (for ages 8-17) Note: no Easter Camp available at this locationAs you might have guessed by this breakdown, each location presents its own unique challenges and camp activities. For instance, the Isle of Wight adventure camp features water activities but also, because of its unique topography, climbing, abseiling and ropes courses as well as ziplining.Naturally, they do so in a safe environment; camp counsel ors would never allow one of their explorers to get hurt!Such outdoor activities are classic summer camp fare but, if you were more hopeful of getting your kids interested in a sport they could continue when they come back home, you probably need another type of camp.Would you like to find summer day camps near you? Among other aspects of sports camp, nutrition and healthy eating features prominently Image by David Nisley from PixabaySports and Fitness CampsIt seems like every time we turn around, we’re hearing that our country’s children are in crisis.Even if we stop turning around, children in the UK are facing unprecedented weight gain; the experts say that it has to do with food intake â€" including the quality of the food they’re taking in, as well as the fact that they’re not moving enough.Nobody is calling any child fat, here, but there is a grain of truth to kids these days being more sedentary and consuming more calories. It’s time we parents take things in hand, isn’t it?Fortunately, most camp programs have devised days packed with activity and healthy eating is a part of the adventure.Fit for Sport Activity Camp is just such a place. They welcome campers as young as four for team games, water sports and other outdoor adventures such as rock climbing.Should your child not f eel up to those activities, s/he could try their hand throwing pottery or pick up another craft s/he might enjoy.The focus at Fit for Sport is keeping their campers engaged and challenging them to do more â€" never in a cruel or unsafe way.Fit for Sport facilities are liberally sprinkled throughout the Greater London area but also throughout southern England and as far north as Grantham. If you’re in Plymouth, there is a Fit for Sports there, too!Activate Camps takes a novel approach to their enterprise; rather than buying a bunch of equipment to set up their own camps, they make use of facilities not in use during the summer to help kids learn a sport they’re interested or practise the sport they love.For instance, if your progeny is mad for tumbling and gymnastics, s/he could go to either Stroud or Berkhamstead. Conversely, were tennis their sport of choice, they could find a court in Sherborne, Croxley Green or Oundle.Activate has camps for those who are not particularly inte rested in any sport, too. Their multi-activity camp features arts and crafts, games, outdoor exploration and other activities. They do feature some sports but they are not the master plan.If your kids are somewhat younger, say between four and eight years old, the place for them is Energy Kidz.This dynamic group has a day camp arrangement with several schools but where they really shine is their holiday camps. Adept at blending adventure, learning and fun, these camps for children provide a self-affirming, confidence-building environment that kids love.Whether your camper is mad for adventure or keen to learn a new sport, you can rest assured that their camp experience will enrich them: they’ll make new friends, learn new skills and quite possibly enjoy the best summer they’ve ever had.Of course, our country has far more summer camp programs than we can detail here. However, in this table, we’ve listed other camps’ contact information, just to offer a wider variety of summer programs to choose from.Also, consider these residential summer camps…Summer Camps UKCamp NameLocationEmail AddressPhone NumberFit for SportVarious locations throughout Englandenquiries@fitforsport.co.uk 0208 742 4990Activate CampsVarious locations across the countryinfo@activatecamps.co.uk0121 227 4385Energy KidzVarious locations across the UKinfo@energy-kidz.co.uk0333 577 1533XPlore Activity CampsVarious locations throughout the UKinfo@xploreactivitycamps0144 974 2700Ultimate Activity CampsVarious locations around the UKhelp@ultimateactivity.co.uk 0330 111 7077XUKAbberley Hall School, WorchestershireWeb address: xukcamps.com0208 922 9739

Do Singers Need Metronomes

Do Singers Need Metronomes Suzy S. As a vocalist, should you practice singing with a metronome at your side?  Read on for St. Augustine, FL teacher  Heather L.s advice   Metronomes are devices that produce sounds in regular, pre-chosen rhythms. Many years ago, the only metronomes were simple gadgets. Though the first one thats even similar to what we now think of as a modern metronome was invented in the 19th century, the kind that most adults are familiar with is a mechanical, wind-up metronome. It makes a sound like someone knocking on a small door. Nowadays, nifty electronic metronomes are manufactured on their own, or in a small device combined with a tuner, and they can now even be found online and on your smartphone as an app. They are utterly customizable, and Im not talking just about the time signature, but even the sound itself. Pros and Cons of Using a Metronome So many musicians use a metronome all the time, but theres always been a lot of debate on whether or not theyre even effective. Supporters of its use say that it helps to encourage an internal sense of rhythm, it helps to keep musicians playing at a constant speed (if they tend to have a tendency to speed up or slow down), and because you can set it to a composers indicated tempo marking, you can get a true idea of the speed he or she wanted the piece to be played. Opponents of the metronome claim that it simply creates mindlessly mechanical musicians, devoid of music expressiveness. Over the last decade of teaching piano, Ive used a metronome sparingly, fearing that students would go insane if I played it incessantly. But recently, Ive found it more and more useful. Overall, Ive come to believe that pianists, especially those in the beginner and intermediate stages, need a metronome. But do singers need a metronome? Using a Metronome for Singing Practice I taught a voice lesson this morning to a 65-year-old female student. She is a complete beginner who has a lot of promise. Because its so important that all of my students learn to sight read, I made sure that I got an intensive session in for her today. In the middle of sight reading melodies, she suddenly asked, Why is that dot round and without a stem? She was asking what a whole note is. As I explained note rhythms, and specifically that a whole note is one thats sung or played for four beats, I realized how much I needed a metronome in that moment. I wouldve played my guitar, the metronome wouldve sounded its steady beat, and my student wouldve heard that steady beat in the background as she sang. As she sang that whole note, she couldve heard four beats go by. That wouldve reinforced her learning aurally. Sure, I was able to strum and tap my guitar side to get a similar effect, but what happens to my student tomorrow when she goes to practice singing on her own? She doesnt play an instrument. And even if she did that doesnt mean at her beginning stage that shed be sure to stay consistent in her rhythms. Yes, music is a living thing, and living things naturally slow down and speed up. Music is a living thing that lives inside us, not on a written page. That page is a guide, a map that shows us the way. But its not the way. Rubato, for instance, is an Italian term that means literally to rob, and musically, it means to slow down and take time away, so to speak, only to give it back and speed up later on. Its a beautiful thing. But metronomes dont know rubato. They are faithful, true, and dependable, which is exactly why theyre so important for your musical studies. Other Ways a Metronome Can Help Singers need metronomes. A lot of composers and even songwriters include very particular, and even not so particular, tempo markings in their works. These markings go from vague, like with movement, to an exact number of beats per minute, like 132. Unless you know just what 132 beats per minute sounds like, when you see that 132 on your page of music, youll just be guessing. And have you ever slowed down or sped up in song, without even knowing it? Me, too. Metronomes help. Think of the last time that you sang with another musician. Did you find yourselves having to take a few minutes to talk about exactly what tempo youd play? Did you get a little frustrated when someone sped up on his own? A metronome wouldve helped. In the end, the metronome becomes a trusty friend, there whenever you need it. But someone doesnt have to be your roommate to be a trusty friend. And your metronome doesnt have to be a nagging, annoying, or constant companion. You can be simply friends, and what a great friend it is to have. Heather L. teaches singing, piano, acting, and more in St. Augustine, FL, as well as through online lessons. She is  a graduate of the prestigious Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey, and has performed with the New York and Royal Philharmonics, the New Jersey and Virginia Symphonies, the American Boy Choir, and the internationally renowned opera star Andrea Bocelli. Learn more about Heather here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by Niki Odolphie

Online Symmetric Property of Equality Tutors

Online Symmetric Property of Equality Tutors The Symmetric property of equality states that if first expression is equal to the second expression, then the second expression should also be equal to the first expression. Let a and b be any two expressions, then according to the symmetric property of equality, it can be stated as, if a = b, then b = a. This property is true because in an equation, the right side and the left side are equated, and hence it should be valid even if they are flipped around. Example 1: Show the symmetric property of equality for the given equation, 3x+ 2y= 5x+ y when x= 1 and y= 2. In order to prove the symmetric property of equality, lets take the right side and the left side expressions. Right side: 3x + 2y when x= 1, y= 2== (3* 1)+ (2* 2) = 3+ 4= 7 Left side: 5x+ y when x= 1, y= 2== (5* 1)+ 2= 5+ 2= 7. Since both the sides are equal, we can also say that 5x+ y = 3x+ 2y. Example 2: Show the symmetric property of equality for the given equation, 2x y = x+ 2y when x= 3 and y= 1. In order to prove the symmetric property of equality, lets take the right side and the left side expressions. Right side: 2x- y when x= 3, y= 1== (2* 3) 1= 6- 1= 5. Left side: x+ 2y when x= 3 and y= 1== 3+ (2*1) = 3+ 2= 5. Since both the sides are equal, we can also say that x+ 2y= 2x- y.

What is it Like to Attend Marist College

What is it Like to Attend Marist College Christina earned her bachelors degree in biomedical sciences from Marist College. She specializes in elementary math tutoring, chemistry tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Below, she shares her experience at Marist College. Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Christina: The campus, located directly on the Hudson River, is one of the most beautiful in America. Its fairly small, with a lot of greenery and an amazing view from the majority of student housing and academic buildings. Students are often found relaxing or studying on campuswhether it be by the river, on a patio, or in the newly renovated library. Students walk to their classes from their dorms, and can reach any establishment on campus within ten minutes. How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Christina:Professors host office hours multiple times a week and are very accommodating to their students needs. Advisers, too, are very accommodating and always available to meet and discuss whatever questions their students may have. Additionally, the science departments academic advisers host presentations about how to prepare for graduate schools in the health professions and how to prepare for a successful career post-graduation. How would you describe the dorm life rooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Christina:The dining hall looks like Hogwarts from the Harry Potter movies. Its brand new and the food is great. Options include sandwiches, rotisserie chicken, and sushi, among other things. The freshman and sophomore dorms are close to the dining hall, one of which is directly connected to it. Marist is well known for the upperclassmen dorms, as they are huge and rated as one of the nicest in the country. Which majors/programs are best represented and supported? Christina:Marist has a very strong science program. I was enrolled in it as I prepared for medical school. Marist now has a physician assistant program and offers other graduate degrees in the health professions. All of my professors taught our classes, and most had a PhD. They were all very attentive and passionate about their field of study and excited to be teaching at the college. The fashion program is very strong and highly reputable at Marist, too. Most students graduate from the Marist fashion program employed and earning above average salaries. How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Christina:Everyone makes friends in the dorms and through extracurricular activities. Greek life is present on campus, but very small. Most students opt not to become involved with it, as they are able to meet others who have things in common with them without doing so. How helpful are the Career Center and other student support services? Christina:I am not too sure about the Career Center, as I was always taking the initiative to seek employment in my related field on my own during school. From what I've seen through the opportunities my peers have been given, companies like KPMG, Morgan Stanley, IBM, and other respected businesses do recruit Marist students for internships and permanent positions. How are the various study areas, such as libraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Christina:The library is the best place to study. Its three floors and has plenty of room for students to prepare for their courses. It also has quiet rooms, small meeting rooms for groups, and numerous computers available. Describe the surrounding town. Christina:Students mostly stay near campus. While there is a nightlife scene in the city of Poughkeepsie, most choose to only go to that area in large groups and on Friday and Saturday nights when establishments have their venues reserved for college students. The Culinary Institute of America is down the street from Marist. I would say this was one of my favorite parts of being in the area. The food is unbelievable, as is the food at many of the restaurants in Poughkeepsie and in the surrounding communities. How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Christina:The student body was about 3,500 undergraduate students. My classes typically had anywhere from 10-20 people in them. Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one you regret the most. Christina:One of my most memorable experiences was when my general biology class had one of our lab sessions on a sailboat on the Hudson River. I probably would have never gotten the opportunity to sail if we had not done that. It was an experience Ill always remember. Check out Christinas tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

50+ Inspiring Choir Songs From Every Genre

50+ Inspiring Choir Songs From Every Genre 50+ Choir Songs From Every Genre Jessica Dais There’s no better opportunity to practice all youve learned in singing lessons than in a choir. You can use choir rehearsals to work on proper vocal production and technique, while also learning to harmonize and sing with others. Plus, sometimes choruses provide solo opportunities which will help you gain audition experience, overcome performance anxiety, and showcase your hard work! Need some choral inspiration? Check out this list of over 50 choir songs in every genre! 50+ Choir Songs From Every Genre Large Choral Works Messiah by George Frideric Handel     Requiem in D Minor by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart The Creation by Joseph Haydn Magnificat in D Major by Johann Sebastian Bach Stabat Mater by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi Carmina Burana by Carl Orff Annelies by James Whitbourn Missa Solemnis by Ludwig van Beethoven Requiem by Giuseppe Verdi Symphony No. 8 by Gustav Mahler Early Music Choir Songs Hear My Prayer, O Lord by Henry Purcell   Come Sweet Death by Johann Sebastian Bach Ave Maris Stella by Guillaume Dufay Ave Maria by Josquin des Prez Ave Verum Corpus by William Byrd Et in terra pax hominibus by Antonio Vivaldi Contemporary Choir Songs Sleep by Eric Whitacre         Carmina mei cordis (Songs of my heart) by Abbie Betinis Evening Prayer by Ola Gjeilo O Nata Lux by Morten Lauridsen Ingrian Evenings by Veljo Tormis The Bridegroom by John Tavener Ubi Caritas by Maurice Durufle Gospel Spiritual Choir Songs Battle of Jericho arranged by Moses Hogan       Deep River arranged by Andre Thomas Ezekiel Saw the Wheel arranged by Mark Hayes Give Me Jesus arranged by Mark Patterson “My Lord, What a Mornin' arranged Harry T. Burleigh “Ride on King Jesus” arranged by Stacey V. Gibbs SEE ALSO: 4 Must-Read Choir Audition Tips Barbershop Choir Songs Aint Misbehavin' arranged by Marge Bailey       Smile arranged by Carolyn Schmidt Mister Sandman arranged by Bertha Bradley Georgia, On My Mind arranged by Mary K. Coffman My Romance arranged by Joey Minshall Let Me Call You Sweetheart arranged by June Berg Come Fly With Me arranged by Kevin Keller Sacred Hymn Choir Songs Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty arranged by Patti Drennan   How Great Thou Art arranged by Stuart K. Hine It Is Well With My Soul arranged by Rene Clausen His Eye Is on the Sparrow arranged by Mark Hayes Simple Gifts arranged by Lloyd Larson Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing arranged by David Schwoebel Amazing Grace arranged by Craig Courtney Popular A Cappella Choir Songs Royals arranged by Deke Sharon     Here Comes the Sun arranged by Kirby Shaw Hallelujah arranged by Deke Sharon Fix You arranged by ACappella-Songs.com Landslide arranged by Deke Sharon Titanium arranged by Deke Sharon Somebody to Love arranged by Deke Sharon Broadway Musical Choir Songs Seasons of Love arranged by Roger Emerson     Hello Dolly arranged by Kirby Shaw Climb Evry Mountain arranged by Ed Lojeski For Good arranged by Mac Huff Memory arranged by John Leavitt Singing in a choir is an excellent way to develop your voice to its fullest potential. Studies have even shown that singing in a choir helps relieve stress and decrease anxiety! Need help finding a choir to join? Thanks to the internet, finding a choir near you is easy. Simply search online for choirs or choruses in your town or state. Other resources include local American Choral Directors Association chapters, Choralnet.org, or a local choral consortia. Need Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Guest post by Tori Cook from Chorus Connection. Tori directs the Harborlight Show Chorus and acts as Section Leader in Chorus pro Musica in the Boston area.

Master Conditionals in 5 Days or Less!

Master Conditionals in 5 Days or Less! Trying to learn  all of the English conditionals at once can be a daunting (and confusing!) task.  So, I suggest splitting up  the following 5 mini lessons over 5 days.  That way, you can let your brain digest the information and maybe even  get a chance to use your new knowledge  in a conversation  that day.  If you need a native speaker to practice with, schedule a class with one of our friendly, professional English teachers!  So, well spend a day on each of the four conditional types, and then take  a quiz at the end.  Lets get started!Types of Conditionals:ConditionalUseIf clause (condition) Main clause (result)Zero                           General truth, imperativesPresent simplePresent simpleFirstReal and probable situationsPresent simpleFutureSecondUnreal, imaginary situationsPast simpleWould + verbThirdUnreal past situation and probable result in pastPast perfectWould have + past participleDAY 1: ZERO CONDITIONALIf/When + (subject) + (present simple), (subject) + (pres ent simple)If/When this thing happens, that thing happens.If/When + (subject) + (present simple), (imperative)If/When this thing happens, do thisUses:We use zero  conditional to talk aboutFacts: If water temperature goes  below 0 °C, it freezes.General truths:  When I take the train, I bring  a book.  Imperatives: If you see him, be nice.Good to know:For all of the conditionals, we can flip the sentences around by putting the main clause/result first and the if/when clause second.  Like this:(Subject) + (present simple) if/when (subject) + (present simple).  That thing happens if/when this thing happens.We can use both if and when for zero conditional, but if suggests that something happens less often.  For example, If she gets a day off from work, she spends time with her  son.  This gives the idea that she doesnt get many days off work.  On the other hand, when suggests that something happens more frequently.  For example, When I read a book, I dont listen to music.  This gives the idea that I read books frequently.Practice:  For each exercise, write your answers in the comments section.When he (have/has) time, he (cook/cooks) dinner for me.We (go/went) to yoga together when we (had/have) the same day off.I _____ (to ride) my bike to work when I ____ (to have) time.If she _____ (to go) to a friends house, she usually (not/to bring) drinks.____ (to read) the newspaper if there ___ (to be) nothing on TV.Great job!  Remember, the best way to learn is to practice, so try to use this grammar in a conversation today.  Maybe youll talk to someone about what you usually read  when you take the train.  Need a chance to practice English with an LOI instructor?  Schedule a conversation class today!DAY 2: FIRST CONDITIONALIf/When + (subject) + (present simple), (subject) +  will/(be) going to + (verb)If this thing happens, that thing will happen.When  this thing happens, that thing is going to happen.Uses:We use first conditional to talk aboutWhat you think will happen in a specific situation in the future: If the weather is nice, I will bike to work.When I have a day off work, Im going to visit my sister.Good to know:If and when can both be used in first conditional, but if suggests that youre not sure if something will happen or not.  For example, If it is sunny tomorrow, Ill wear  sunglasses.  We dont know what the weather will be like.    When suggests that you know this thing will happen at some point.  For example, When I see her, Ill give that to her.  You know you will see her at some point.Conditional modals:Could:  We could go swimming if its sunny tomorrow.Should:  If she asks you on a date, you should say yes.Might:  If she invites me to the party, I might go.Watch and listen:  Heres a quick, helpful video to clarify the uses of first and zero conditional.Practice:If we (went/go) to her house tonight, we (should take/should taken) a bottle of wine.Q: What are you going to do if it (snow/snows)?A: Im just (going to shovel/will shovel) the snow away.When you ____ (to call) me, I ____ ____ (to give) you my address.We ____ ___ (to hug) her if we ___ (to see) her.Excellent work with day 2!  Only 3 more to go.  Dont forget to practice this conditional in a conversation today.  Maybe you can talk with a colleague about what you will do in future scenarios at work.  Dont forget to schedule a conversation class with LOI if youd like to practice with a native speaker.DAY 3: SECOND CONDITIONALIf + (subject) (past simple), (subject) would + (verb)If this thing happened, that thing would happen.If + (subject) (past simple), (subject) + would be + (verb)ingIf this thing happened, that thing would be happening.Watch and learn:Uses:What we would generally do in imaginary situations: If I won the lottery, I would buy a vacation home.Good to know:We cant use when since were talking about  imaginary situations that probably wont happenIt is considered grammatically incorrect to use was, in this conditional.  For example:If he were rich, hed buy a car.If he were rich, hed be buying a car.Conditional modal verbs:Might: If he had time, he might be able to do it.Could: If I had a lot of money, I could  take us to the beach.Should: If she asked you to help, you should help her.Practice:  Fill in the gaps below. You’ll use a verb in the past simple for the first part, followed by a modal verb in the second part of the sentence.  (See Pauls full second conditional lesson here!)1. If you ___  more time, you ____ be able to study more English.2.  If you _____ more, you ____ be healthier.3. If I ___ more money, I ______ work so much.4. If you ____ more money, you ____ have to work so much.5. If he ____ a lot of English classes, his English _____ be great.Complete the sentences below.1. If I had a million dollars, _____________________.2. If you were smart, ____________________.3. ________________________, I would be happy.4. _________________________, I would travel the world.5. _________ ________________, I wouldn’t study English.Now, practice with Beyoncé:  (See the full lesson here!)If I were a boy I’d _______out of bed in the morning and go.If I were a boy _______ drink beer with the boys.If I were a boy I’d ______I could understand. (Note: could is the participle hear.)If I were a boy, I swear to you, I would ______ a better man.……______ listen to her.If I were a boy I’d ______off my phone.…____put myself first.Youve had lots of practice today.  Great work!  Remember to reinforce  all this new knowledge in a conversation sometime today!DAY 4: THIRD CONDITIONALIf + (subject) + (past perfect), (subject) + would have + (past participle)If this thing had happened, this thing would have happened.If (subject) + (past perfect), (subject) + would have been + (verb)ingIf this thing had happened, this thing would have been happening.Uses:Imaginary situations in the past:  If I had won the lottery last week, I would have bought a house.What you would have done differently:  If I had known better, I would have payed more attention in school.Good to know:Only use if to discuss imaginary situationsConditional modals:Could have:  I could have practiced Spanish if I had gone on the trip.Should have:  If I had had money, I should have gone to the concert.Might have:  If I had had time off work, I might have gone home for the holidays.Practice:If he had (had/has) more time, he (could have go/could have gone) to the gym.You (would have read/would had read) more as a child if you (hasnt/hadnt) played so many sports.If I ___ ______ (to work) harder, I _____ ____ ____ (to make) more money.We _______ ____ ____ (not/to do) it if we ___ ____ (to know) it would upset you.If you ___ _______ (to decide) to move to Europe, what city _____ you ____ ______ (to choose)?Awesome!  Youve almost completed the five day challenge.  For a little something extra today, try this 3rd conditionals  quiz!DAY 5: PUT IT ALL TOGETHER!Congratulations, youve made it to the fifth day!  Hopefully by now youre feeling pretty confident with all of the conditionals.  Today well put all that knowledge to the test with a quiz and yet another challenge.Quiz:If the weather is nice tomorrow, he  ____ ____ (to take) her out for a picnic.Im sorry, I didnt realize you were allergic to peanuts.  If I ___ _____ (to know), I _____ ____ ____ (to tell) you.  (If/When) I go out to lunch, I usually go to the Thai place down the street.If I ___ (to have) enough money, I _____ __ (to go) to Canada.  Unfortunately, I dont have any money!She doesnt like running, and she thinks its really boring.  (If/When) she goes running, it is a very short distance.Please ___ (to set) the table when the guests ______ (to arrive).We _____ __ ______ (to be laying) on the beach right now if we ____ (to be) still on holiday.My friend is always texting.  (If/When) she gets a text message, she writes back immediately.I love to go running!  When I ____ (to have) enough energy, I ___ (to run) in  the park.I really wanted to go running with my friend last night, but I was too tired.  If I ___ ___ (to have) enough energy, I _____ ____ ____ (to go) with her.A: Im sorry, I dont know what he got you for Christmas.  B:  _____ you  ____ (to tell) me if you ____ (to know)?Im not a man, but if I ____ (to be) a man, my name _____ __ (to be) Derrick.Its a shame Phil is not here.  If he ____ (to be) here, he _____ ____ (can/to cook) us something nice.If you ____ (to help) me carry these boxes, I ____ ___ (to buy) you a beer later.If you ___ (to eat) too much, you ___ (to get) sick.Dont forget  that singing is also a great way to remember grammar, learn new vocabulary and practice fluency.  So, review  all the conditionals with  these hit songs!If you just cant get enough of conditionals, dont worry, heres a bonus challenge for you.  Its a short video about how we mix our tenses  when using conditionals.  Watch it  and try the exercise below.  (Click here for Pa uls  full post).1. If you __________ (insulted) him yesterday, he _______ __ ____ to the wedding tomorrow. 2. If she __________ (accepts) the promotion, she ____ __ ____ to Brazil in 2015. (future using will) 3. I ________ ______ (speak) fluent Spanish, if I ____ lived in Spain for 10 years. 4. He _____ _____ ____ (left), if he ____ _____ (known) you were coming.

English Job Interview Preparation Filling the Gaps

English Job Interview Preparation Filling the Gaps When I am preparing Spanish speaking students for interviews in English, most of them are surprised by the attention paid to dates and the chronological order of  work experience on curriculums in interviews in Britain and the United States.One of my students was asked how to explain a gap of one year in his work experience on his curriculum during a job interview in English. Thankfully, he had an answer prepared!Do you have gaps in your curriculum? Here are some ways of explaining them. Be careful to keep your explanation as simple as possible and always tell the truth!Click here to contact us if you would like to take an English class to prepare you for a job interview.1. UnemploymentIf you were unemployed during this period, then say that. This does not have to be a bad thing. If unemployment prompted you to undertake further study, re-evaluate your career path and actively embrace work when you finally found it, then state that proudly in the interview.2. StudyIf you took a break from work to study even a short or seemingly irrelevant course, this is an important addition to your curriculum and should be mentioned in your interview. It just might be the interesting individual detail that could set you apart from other candidates.  3. Live In A Foreign CountryYou might not like to remember your year long holiday romance in Turkey, but did it make you learn another language or have a unique job experience? Did it teach you a valuable life lesson? Remember to focus on the positive aspects.4. TravelIf you spent a year or years traveling around the world then this is also valuable information in an interview. Most employers view this as showing independence as well as cultural interest and awareness.5. Alternative Forms Of WorkDid you work part-time, maybe freelance or in consultancy? Maybe you worked in a coffee shop? These work experiences are still valid and should not be overlooked in interviews  as a result of  the job skills and workplace experience they gave you.Did you find this blog helpful? Feel free to share it on Facebook and Twitter.

Many deaf students considering dropping out of University - Tutor Hunt Blog

Many deaf students considering dropping out of University Many deaf students considering dropping out of University due to lack of support Many deaf students considering dropping out of University due to lack of supportUniversitiesA recent poll carried out by the National Deaf Children`s Society (NDCS) suggests a lack of support for deaf students at university is driving many to actually consider abandoning their degrees. Martin McLean, the lead policy advisor at the NDCS, has expressed how unacceptable this situation is: `This is a tragic waste of talent and when you consider how much higher education costs these days, it`s an appalling waste of money.` A report published by the National Deaf Children`s Society (NDCS) back in 2016 disclosed some dismaying statistics about how deaf children fare in the education system. The publication revealed that 58.9% of deaf students failed to to achieve five good GCSEs, compared with 35.8% of children with no hearing impairment. But what help can deaf children hope to receive in regular state schools? Most pupils will use something called a radio aid - this is a device consisting of a microphone and an earpiece - the microphone will be placed on the teacher`s desk, and the student will be able to pick up what they are saying via a receiver and an earpiece. Though the device is well established and has utility outside the classroom, such as in banks and some cinemas, many students have complained that they feel self conscious about using it. The receiver must be worn on their person at all times, and it is extremely large and bulky - strapped conspicuously to the hip, it is like a permanent stat ement of being disabled. Though schools seem to be well equipped with radio aids, it seems that there are many universities that for some reason do not offer this feature. One can imagine that, in a spacious auditorium or lecture hall, there would be even greater need for this technology than in a classroom. Many students will have access to a network group, where they can go for assistance, and meet with other students who may have a similar disability. These groups will probably only be able to offer limited support though, and all too often it will be up to the individual to overcome any hurdles they may face. Max Barber, a deaf student at the university of Greenwich explained how frustrating it can be: `The reality is that not everyone understands. But it is vital to make sure you are heard when asking for support â€" otherwise you miss out on the valuable education you paid for.` The truth is that it can be hard for deaf students at university to secure any useful assistance at all. A recent poll conducted by the NDCS suggests that as many as half of all deaf students didn`t receive the help package they were promised at the start of their degree, despite having applied for the support many months in advance. Out of this group lacking support many still had to wait an inordinate amount of time for assistance, with nearly 60% waiting more than 2 months for help, and more than a quarter having to endure more than 6 months without any assistance. Sophia Watkins, a student at Sheffield Hallam University, said she was well into her course before she was assigned the interpreters she had been promised, and had seriously considered dropping out due to the lack of support. `Without the support I need, I feel depressed, worried, stressed and struggle to follow criteria to achieve high marks,` Over there the past few years there has been a growing shortage of specialist support workers, meaning deaf students are finding it ever harder to get the assistance they need. The Consortium for Research in Deaf Education (CRIDE) commissioned a report, which was carried out by the NDCS - it revealed a 4% fall in the numbers of qualified teachers of the deaf during the last five years, despite a 2% rise in the number of deaf children in schools. There is at the moment no clear policy determining who should pay for these support workers - should it be the responsibility of the local council, or should the universities themselves have to pay? With no clear rules in place students are often left in a limbo, having to wait months, or even years, for the help they need. With students paying such a huge amount in University fees - around £9000 a year now - it really is unacceptable that the most basic provisions, such as radio aids to help deaf pupils hear the lectures, often aren`t in place. 8 months ago0Add a Comment