Pupils and Teachers Use Pupilshape For The Classroom

Pupils and Teachers Use Pupilshape For The ClassroomThe combination of a good purse and the latest style of hijab satin provides the most comfortable way to wear your hair while waiting in the classroom or the waiting room. But don't think that because you're wearing the hijab or any other head scarf that you have to be restricted to your seat while you're waiting.For some students it's a good idea to wait until their teacher calls them to ask them if they have any questions. Sometimes these teachers will get sidetracked or forget and you'll be sitting there with your head in your hands wondering what you missed. A good satin hijab or scarf would help keep your hair tucked away and out of sight. It would also hide your ponytail and perhaps it's also a way to stop your hair from blowing in the wind as you're trying to get settled.Or, you might not even be able to get up at all if you have a busy schedule and you don't need to wait on someone. If this is the case, a good hijab satin ro be would keep your hair and face in place so you can focus on learning. Of course, if you have a tall chair that you'd like to use for seating, but you don't want your head or face to be blocking it, then a teacher can put your gown on under the chair and it would hold your head in place.When you're going to be waiting for a very long duration of time in a class like an English class, it may be a good idea to buy a robe that has padding at the top. The reason being that sometimes when your hair is in a ponytail you'll find that it starts to wind and blow, causing it to slip down on the teacher's desk or even on the student's desk.Even if you've been waiting for a while and you don't need to wait on anyone right now, a teacher may need to do something in order to move forward. This is when a pupil will be placed in front of the teacher's desk and told to take one of the sitting postures. The teacher might set the student up on a comfortable stool and then start the lesson.If you don' t want to sit for long periods of time, and you want a lot of privacy, a robe with a hood could be a wonderful accessory. Whether it's a day or evening class, a pair of mascara masques can be used to protect the back of your neck. You can wash them often in the washer and dryer or just take them to the dry cleaner.Teacher and student alike love a good scarf, so any teacher or student will go to great lengths to keep theirs or their student's hijab satin robes on properly. The ease of the fabric, the material, and the flexibility are just three of the reasons that fabric robes have become so popular in recent years. Fabric is much softer and allows the wearer to have more freedom of movement.They come in different colors and textures to fit any style and can be bought in every color imaginable. In addition, they are machine washable and can be worn again.

No Vote, No Complaining Why Students Should Be Involved In Politics

No Vote, No Complaining Why Students Should Be Involved In Politics Photo credited to The Sentinel Welcome to the world of college. If you haven’t noticed by now, you’re on your own finally. You are now the master of your fate and you can steer this ship wherever you please, captain. Except you can’t. Last year’s elections were the worst in 72 years. No state achieved more than 60 percent voter turnout last November. Nationally, only 36.3 percent of the population voted. Take a moment to consider what you were doing November 4. Were you in class? Out with friends? Doing homework? Voting? If you answered no to the last one, you have no say in what happens in this country and consequently, to you. In a country as big as the U.S., it’s easy to think that your vote would not matter. It’s a common belief that many have. Someone else will take care of it. My vote’s not going to matter. I don’t know enough to vote. All of these ideas are common excuses used not to vote. Now you may be wondering, what this has to do with you. You’re just a college student. You’ve got school and probably a job to worry about. Why should you vote? Well, simply because you can. You dear reader are likely in a country where you have at least some say in what goes on nationally and certainly what goes on locally. If you have the fortune to attend a state sponsored school in your home state, you have a share in what goes on in your university’s hierarchy. Internationally, many are not so fortunate. According to the CIA Fact Book, most of the world has at least some form of representational government, be it a constitutional monarchy, a democratic republic, or some odd mix of other ideas. The point is that the U.S. is rather unusual in that since its inception, the country has had more voter control over the upper echelons. Originally, many positions in the U.S. government were appointed without voter approval like most notably, senators. In the world at large however, many countries have a large number of upper level control. If your country is a parliamentary republic, the common voter has no choice in the head of state. Instead, the voters elect a parliament, or sometimes just one house of a parliament, and then the house or houses of the parliament elect the head of state. In the U.S., we can elect the head of state and both houses of our legislative branch, something huge amounts of the world can’t do. On top of that, you as a new adult can vote in local government too. While the U.S. is a federal republic, where the central government has the last say, the local government is markedly more effective at getting things done than the monstrous bureaucratic behemoth that is Washington D.C. Consequently, the federal government has historically been less involved with local and state affairs with the notable exception being the Civil War. On top of voting, students should seek to find out political issues. College is a forum for discussion of ideas. Be they conflicting or complementing, the spread of ideas is how we keep this world rolling forward. Have a problem with police brutality? Dont just rant to your friends. Get attention for it. Let the people know whats going on. Stir up interest. If youve got a problem with something, chances are, someone else does too. Students are not powerless. They have voting power and are very active in communication. Some of the largest groups to lead the Arab Spring were students. They had the gumption to find out what was wrong, talk about it, and fix it. If students in the Middle East can rise up and overthrow dictators, look at what you might be able to accomplish on your campus. Students are in the public eye and always have been. Just look through history to see who political reformers where. They were usually young, ambitious and highly motivated. There are dozens of organizations across the nation formed and run by college students. The student government is an excellent place to start if you want something done on campus. Take care to be involved with them and your local government. Lastly, be sure to keep up with the national, and international news and vote in all elections. Do you like potholes? How about uneducated people? Hate libraries and highways? If you answered yes to any of those, then go ahead and don’t vote, because you will have no say in these things. They will be decided for you by an oligarchy of dedicated voters who will vote and impose their ideals on you through their voting. You are an adult now. As an adult, you have a national right and international privilege to vote for your national and local leaders. So take the time and find out more about local and national leaders and go vote.

5 Reasons the italki Language Challenge Will Kickstart New Years Resolution!

5 Reasons the italki Language Challenge Will Kickstart New Year’s Resolution! So what’s your New Years resolution for 2014? Lose weight, get more exercise, spend more time with your kids learn a foreign language? Or maybe, finally, become fluent in the language you’re learning? We believe you can do it! If you want to learn or improve your English, Spanish, French, Chinese, Portuguese, Swahili or any of the other 100+ languages offered on italki,  sign up for the 2014 italki New Year Challenge. What is the italki Language Challenge? Pledge 100ITC to take 20 language lessons in 6 weeks (about three, one-hour lessons per weekthe minimum for learning a language). When you compete your lessons and keep your New Year’s resolution, we will give you 30 USD just for doing it!  But the real prize is, of course, that you will have improved your language skills. Nothing beats learning and winning at the same time. The italki Challenge and Your New Year’s Language Resolution So what does The Challenge have to do with your New Year’s resolution?  It helps you: 1. Make clearly defined, short-term goals Forbes magazine reports that only  8% of people achieve their New Years Resolutions, according to a study conducted by the University of Scranton and published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology. That’s because people often set up huge, unrealistic  and vague goals for themselves.  For example, saying that you want to learn a new language “this year” is usually too broad of a time frame. But The italki Language Challenge provides you with a deadline and a sense of urgency to help you learn faster. (If you discover afterward that a few months seem too short, create several short-term goals spread out over a longer period of time.) 2. Find the resources your need to start right away Many people have a plan but don’t have the tools to get started with their language resolution. But with italki, you’ve come to the right place.  We have dozens of teachers to choose from for the language you want to learn or improve in.  All have gone through a rigorous application process to meet the standards to teach for italki.  If you’re  already with a teacher you like, great.  Just go ahead and schedule the classes for The Challenge.  If you need to find a teacher, you have many to select from. 3. Win a reward! Whether you give yourself a reward for reaching a goal or someone else gives you it to you, there’s no better way to reach a goal than positive reinforcement.  Now, how many language schools pay you to learn?  At italki, we will give you a $30 USD reward upon completion of The Challenge because we think you deserve it, and we know that once you feel that incredible sense of accomplishment upon learning a language, you’ll be back for more. 4. Experience the convenience of learning from home Too cold to go out for a class? Worried about finding a parking place near a language school? Forget all that. With italki, you and your teacher find a time that’s good for you, and you can relax in front of your computer while learning a language. 5. Learn with friends and other challengers Whether it’s exercise, quitting smoking, dietingor learning a languagestudies show that when people start something with others, they are more likely to succeed because of a shared commitment to get to the finish line. At italki, you have an automatic support system to motivate you. Just look for a language partner or write how you’re doing in our Notebook. If you need some encouragement, you’ll get it. And tell your friends and family you’re taking The Challenge. They will also cheer you on. So what are you waiting for?  Take The Challenge and turn learning a language into a good habit. Sign up for The italki 2014 Language Challenge now! This blog post was written by our italki teacher  Ilene Springer 5 Reasons the italki Language Challenge Will Kickstart New Year’s Resolution! So what’s your New Years resolution for 2014? Lose weight, get more exercise, spend more time with your kids learn a foreign language? Or maybe, finally, become fluent in the language you’re learning? We believe you can do it! If you want to learn or improve your English, Spanish, French, Chinese, Portuguese, Swahili or any of the other 100+ languages offered on italki,  sign up for the 2014 italki New Year Challenge. What is the italki Language Challenge? Pledge 100ITC to take 20 language lessons in 6 weeks (about three, one-hour lessons per weekthe minimum for learning a language). When you compete your lessons and keep your New Year’s resolution, we will give you 30 USD just for doing it!  But the real prize is, of course, that you will have improved your language skills. Nothing beats learning and winning at the same time. The italki Challenge and Your New Year’s Language Resolution So what does The Challenge have to do with your New Year’s resolution?  It helps you: 1. Make clearly defined, short-term goals Forbes magazine reports that only  8% of people achieve their New Years Resolutions, according to a study conducted by the University of Scranton and published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology. That’s because people often set up huge, unrealistic  and vague goals for themselves.  For example, saying that you want to learn a new language “this year” is usually too broad of a time frame. But The italki Language Challenge provides you with a deadline and a sense of urgency to help you learn faster. (If you discover afterward that a few months seem too short, create several short-term goals spread out over a longer period of time.) 2. Find the resources your need to start right away Many people have a plan but don’t have the tools to get started with their language resolution. But with italki, you’ve come to the right place.  We have dozens of teachers to choose from for the language you want to learn or improve in.  All have gone through a rigorous application process to meet the standards to teach for italki.  If you’re  already with a teacher you like, great.  Just go ahead and schedule the classes for The Challenge.  If you need to find a teacher, you have many to select from. 3. Win a reward! Whether you give yourself a reward for reaching a goal or someone else gives you it to you, there’s no better way to reach a goal than positive reinforcement.  Now, how many language schools pay you to learn?  At italki, we will give you a $30 USD reward upon completion of The Challenge because we think you deserve it, and we know that once you feel that incredible sense of accomplishment upon learning a language, you’ll be back for more. 4. Experience the convenience of learning from home Too cold to go out for a class? Worried about finding a parking place near a language school? Forget all that. With italki, you and your teacher find a time that’s good for you, and you can relax in front of your computer while learning a language. 5. Learn with friends and other challengers Whether it’s exercise, quitting smoking, dietingor learning a languagestudies show that when people start something with others, they are more likely to succeed because of a shared commitment to get to the finish line. At italki, you have an automatic support system to motivate you. Just look for a language partner or write how you’re doing in our Notebook. If you need some encouragement, you’ll get it. And tell your friends and family you’re taking The Challenge. They will also cheer you on. So what are you waiting for?  Take The Challenge and turn learning a language into a good habit. Sign up for The italki 2014 Language Challenge now! This blog post was written by our italki teacher  Ilene Springer

Tutor NYC - Teaches Your Language Skills in New York

Tutor NYC - Teaches Your Language Skills in New YorkIf you want to speak English, then the idea of speaking with a tutor in New York may sound like a dream come true. Whether you want to go on your own or work with a company, a tutoring service in New York can make the transition from class to exam more pleasant.It used to be that if you wanted to speak with an English tutor, you either had to go to a public school, or take the state test. For those who needed help, the exam was usually on the first day of school, if not the first day of school at all. Now, those who need tutoring will be able to find one wherever they are in the country.In New York, many people are going back to school to get an English degree. The idea is to study the English language, and to learn the craft of writing and speaking in a world that demands more from its language. To make this possible, some people have decided to switch to an ESL program, or an education in English. However, for those who don't wish to learn English as a second language, or have a serious problem with their own grammar and sentence structure, a tutor may be an option.An ESL teacher or a tutor in New York may be able to help you with any problems you have with your English. Not all students need to speak English as their primary language, so a tutor will be able to help you understand it in a way that makes sense to you. With help, you'll be able to learn the basics of the language, which is essential for any study abroad program.Tutoring in New York offers a wide variety of services. Most schools in the city have experienced professionals who work with students of all ages, backgrounds, and interests. They'll be able to meet your schedule and your individual needs, so you can do the things you want to do in the classroom without having to worry about any extra hours you'd need to fit in for extra classes.One of the main advantages of going to an ESL school is that there are so many different kinds of courses t hat students can take. Whether you want to learn English as a second language, learn the craft of writing, or even study Latin, there's a class for everyone.While other cities are changing and growing, the number of students getting an education in English in New York remains steady. Even when other cities add new programs, New York will still be here to offer a full range of classes. If you don't have the time to go back to school, a tutor in New York can help you feel comfortable and at home wherever you go.

Ice Punch Technique - Find an Ice Punch Tutor

Ice Punch Technique - Find an Ice Punch TutorIn my experience, it is very important to find an ice punch tutor who will ensure you get the correct level of training and work on the techniques that are required for you to excel. Once you get to know your trainer, you will be more inclined to focus on mastering the various aspects of the sport. You might even end up becoming an ice-punching star!When I started learning how to punch ice (and this is only applicable to ice-punching in general), I had no idea what it was going to take to get me to that point. All I knew was that ice punch was a quick and fun form of exercise. However, once I began to train with the right ice punch coach, I learned a whole lot more about what I needed to know. What was important was to find an ice punch teacher who could help me get my ice punch technique down so that I could better execute my punches.If you learn from the top professional trainers and coaches, you are more likely to become a high-level ic e puncher. These coaches and trainers are actually responsible for making the sport so popular, and their work has been greatly promoted by many health-related magazines, which have also become great sources of information for people who want to start learning how to punch ice!Ice punch training is probably one of the most relaxing forms of exercise you can undertake. The best ice punch trainers, however, would be able to make you a good, solid ice punch technique. What I mean by that is that they should be able to explain to you in easy to understand terms why you should do a certain thing. For example, if they tell you that it is important to throw your punch slowly, as your body's weight pulls your elbow back, this is what you should do.If the ice punch therapist is telling you to focus on not knocking your head against the wall while you punch, you should concentrate on moving your punch faster, until you get over the wall. This way, you will practice proper technique as well as having an excellent workout!Of course, if you decide to enroll in a course, you can choose to go for a full-on course, or get the basics to help you learn the punch technique. Either way, you will still be learning. Do not forget to keep your eyes open when you are punching training, because the room you are in, and the other participants, will also be keeping you focused on your training.Another aspect of the training you need to consider is that you will not want to try to stop yourself from doing any movement you don't want to do. During warm-ups and cool-downs, you should not go out of your way to avoid doing something you don't want to do. You might feel good at first, but, after a while, you will start to tire yourself out, and this might be a big problem.

How to Use the College Openings Update

How to Use the College Openings Update Each year, the National Association for College Admission Counseling (or NACAC) publishes a list of colleges whose freshman classes are not yet filled for the coming fall term. This list, called the College Openings Update, can be extremely helpful for students who applied to a limited number of schools or who did not receive any offers of admission. Here are several questions to keep in mind as you use the College Openings Update: 1. Which schools appear in the database? The colleges that appear in the database are located abroad and in the United States. NACAC contacts its member institutions, and those that respond to its query about space availability are listed on the College Openings Update. Participation in the College Openings Update is voluntary, which you will want to keep in mind as you browse the list. Over the past 11 years, the number of schools on the list has ranged between 210 and 375. In addition, most of the colleges are four-year institutions, but there are also a small number of two-year schools represented. 2. What kind of information is offered, and for how long? As you use the College Openings Update, you might wonder, What type of information is available? For each college, the following information is provided: location, whether there are open seats for freshmen and transfer students, whether the school is public or private, the approximate class enrollment size, financial aid and housing availability, and contact information. This list is posted in early May following the May 1 national response deadline, and it remains online until June 30. If you are interested in a college on the list, follow up with the school itself, as it may or may not continually update its information on the NACAC website. 3. How do I apply to a college on the list? The application process post-May 1 will vary from school to school. If you would like to applyto a given institution, contact the college first visit the schools website, or call the admissions office. You will likely receive more specifics on how and when to proceed. Be prepared with all of your documents, like recommendation letters and transcripts, so that you will be able to act quickly. Speed is key when applying after May 1, as is communication with the college. 4. When should I wait until the next admissions season to apply? Consider the following if you are deciding whether or not to wait until next year to apply to college are you interested in the schools with open seats, keeping in mind that no college is a completely perfect fit? Do you feel that your application is strong, or would you like to take some time to work on it? Can you benefit from a gap year? Talk these points over with trusted adults in your life, like your guidance counselor, teachers, parents, or consider enlisting the help of a college tutor.Here are 5 must do steps before you submit your college applicationthat can also help point you in the right direction. The NACAC College Openings Update can be a valuable tool if you need to apply to college after the May 1 deadline. There are numerous schools that may not have been your first choice at the beginning of the year, but they still have many of the attributes that you are looking for in a college. Thesecollege application process tipsmay also be helpful to you! Keep an open mind, consider the above tips for how to use the College Openings Update, and do not give up as you near the end of the college admissions process!

Introduction to French Grammar How to Ask a Question

Introduction to French Grammar How to Ask a Question Sign up successful Qui a  mangé  mes  bonbons?  (Who ate my candy?) Quest-ce  quil  a  dit?  (What did he say?) [Remember:  Quest-ce  que  gets elided, the last letter replaced with an apostrophe, when its followed by a vowel.] 2. Yes/no questions (Est-ce  que  form). Where English would start a question in a form like Is there or Do you, which require a yes or no answer, French uses the Est-ce  que question form. To create a sentence in this form, simply put the phrase  Est-ce  que  in front of your sentence, which turns it into a question about whether that sentence is true. If it helps, think of this form as saying, Is it true that? Examples: Est-ce  que  vous  avez  un  stylo?  (Do you have a pen?) Est-ce  quelle  aime  les chats?  (Does she like cats?) Est-ce  que  je  peux  aller  au cinema?  (Can I go to the movies?) 3. Subject-verb inversion. This is the tricky one, but while in many cases you can work your way around it. Using the inverted question form when appropriate will make your French sound much more natural and fluid. French grammar considers this the most formal of the three, so watch out for it in polite settings. Just like it sounds, to create an inverted question you switch the places of the subject and the verb: the verb comes up to the head of the sentence, with the subject pronoun immediately following. If youre asking a yes or no question, thats all you have to do; if your question is open-ended, use the relevant question word to start the sentence. Just like before, if the verb ends with a vowel and the subject starts with one, insert a t-  between the two. Examples: Avez-vous  un  stylo?  (Do you have a pen?) Aime-t-elle  les chats?  (Does she like cats?) Qua-t-il  dit?  (What did he say?) Peux-je  aller  au cinema?  (Can I go to the movies?) Now, heres where it gets complicated. Depending on what youre asking, you may have to follow some extra rules: If the subject of your sentence is a noun, not a pronoun, you move the noun up to the start of the sentence on its own, and put a pronoun representing it where the subject should go.  Example:  Marie  a-t-elle  un  stylo?  (Does Marie have a pen?) If the verb has a direct or indirect object pronoun, that pronoun needs to move with the verb.  Example:  Que  ma-t-il  dit?  (What did he say to me?) That above rule also applies to negatives, since theyre also attached to the verb and need to stay with it if you want them to make sense.  Example:  Naime-t-elle  pas les chats?  (Does she not like cats?) It can seem complicated to start with, but keep practicing your French grammar and youll soon be asking questions like a native Parisian! Looking for more help with French grammar? Studying with a French tutor is a great way to see fast results, whether you need to boost your grades or get ready for a trip abroad. Search for a tutor maintenant! 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 Felissy