Organic Chemistry Tutor - Is It Really the Exponential Decay Formula?

Organic Chemistry Tutor - Is It Really the Exponential Decay Formula?The exponential decay (or decay per second) calculus is one of the most important equations in the history of the field of mathematics. I have taken a lot of classes with this book since it was published in 1998 and have always had great success with it. As such, I have decided to share with you some tips on how to approach this problem and do well in calculus classes. You might also find it useful if you take a look at my previous articles about these topics.First of all, let's discuss the exponential decay in some detail. In exponential decay calculus, a solution to a differential equation will grow at a certain rate. The speed of growth depends on the velocity of the derivative. As we know, the derivative of an equation is an acceleration (sometimes called time derivatives). To find the rate of growth, we must use a derivative tool to find the rate of change of the solution.If you look at it, the simplest model f or this process is using simple dynamics models. When you have a non-linear differential equation, the usual process is something like the following. We can see that as the derivative grows, the rate of change also grows. This implies that when the speed of change (known as the strain rate) is high, the rate of growth is also high. Therefore, if the derivative is small, then the rate of growth must be small too, in other words, the solution will grow at a fast rate.So if we take a look at the curve points, we can see that the curve points go up and down on a logarithmic scale, which leads us to the idea that they are exponential curves. The only exception to this idea is that the line of constant curvature does not go up and down.Of course, we now know that exponential decay is a simple process that can be handled using Newton's second law. But, it is important to note that there are more complicated processes involved, such as quasiperiodic exponential decay, where the curve points actually come in cycles.So, the key to handling the exponential decay in the organic chemistry tutor is to take advantage of the process of processes (also known as techniques) to help us handle things. For example, we can actually use different techniques to handle different cases of exponential decay.I hope that by the end of this article, you have found a good way to handle the exponential decay in organic chemistry tutor. Feel free to post your comments and ask questions. Happy learning!

Taking Care of Business - English Listening Exercise

Taking Care of Business - English Listening Exercise Looking for a good video for an English listening exercise I found this clip from the movie Taking Care of Business. Im sure Ive seen the movie at some point, but I cant remember it.I was looking for a video that would help our students in a real work meeting in English; I wanted the language to be fast paced to challenge our English learning students.   I am slightly offended by the video, and I dont recommend watching it if youre easily offended, but I do think it is funny. The video isnt the best quality either, but I think the language they use in the video is important and most of the English in the video could be heard during a business meeting (although I hope you never hear some of this in a meeting!).Pay close attention to the transitional words. These are when we change subjects, introduce ideas, and ask for opinions. They are slightly more formal and sophisticated than our everyday English but they are important in business settings.Listening Exercise: Fill in the gaps bel ow from the video. Write your answers in comments and well respond.1. ____ _____ ___ ____ Spencer, Fridays close was at 56. 2. One of the most _______ stocks traded. 3. My ________ is this. 4. The ______ ______ after all, is money. 5 A toast to competitiveness, ____ _______, profit, and _______. 6. Weve been ______ that for years and we are looking for a new ____. 7. Are you ______ with high qualities products. 8. I think its __________. 9. But then again I like really greasy stuff. 10. How _____ you insult our _______.Writing Assignment: Tell me about a business meeting that you have attended. Do you conduct your meetings in the office or do you sometimes have meetings at restaurants? Which do you think is more productive? Have you attended a meeting in English? If yes, was it difficult? Why? Use your transitional words to introduce your opinion, and change topic: Here is the deal, after all, my point is, the bottom line, Im sure youre familiar with. Aleksandra Lobova 1. Here is t he deal Spencer, Friday’s close was at 56. 2. One of the most active stocks traded. 3. My point is this. 4. The bottom line after all, is money. 5 A toast to competitiveness, good management, profit, and honesty.6. We’ve been using that for years and we are looking for a new image. 7. Are you familiar with high qualities products.8. I think it’s sacks.9. But then again I like really greasy food. 10. How do you insult our product. LOIEnglish Aleksandra, Good work! A few corrections:Question #8: I think its outrageous. (The word that you are hearing is sucks. Spencer uses this repeatedly to describe the different foods. It is informal and somewhat profane however, it is used in everyday language quite often.)Question #9: How DARE you insult our product. (dare-to defy or challenge, to take a big risk.) I dared to go on a blind date.Good listening skills! Ilka 1. Now heres the deal Spencer, Friday’s close was at 56. 2. One of the most _______ stocks traded. 3. My point is this . 4. The border line after all, is money. 5 A toast to competitiveness, good management, profit, and honesty. 6. We’ve been using that for years and we are looking for a new image. 7. Are you familiar with high qualities products. 8. I think it’s __________. 9. But then again I like really greasy stuff. 10. How dare you insult our products. LOIEnglish IlkaQuestion #2: activeQuestion #4: bottom line (the final total of an account, balance sheet, or other financial document. The underlying or ultimate outcome or criterion: the bottom line is Im still married to Denny | the bottom line is, does it work?)Question #8: I think its outrageous.Good work Ilka. Sean Hwang Now here is the deal active point bottom line good management, honesty using, image familiar outrageous dare productI have had business meetings both in the office and at restaurants. The meetings in the office are more comfortable for me since I just need to focus on business related topics, meanwhile at the meeting at restaurants, more colorful topics are required to facilitate the meeting. Meeting in English is still challenging for me, given my limited proficiency. However, I hope it will be better trying to practice many useful phrases presented here. LOIEnglish SeanGood listening!A few notes on your writing: meanwhile-this isnt the correct choice here. Meanwhile is used as a time reference to signify something is happening at the same time. Julie has meanwhile, found herself another dance partner. A better choice for this sentence is on the other handMeetingS in English ARE still challenging for me, given my limited proficiency. However, I hope it will GET better BECAUSE I CAN practice many useful phrases presented here.Thank you for answering!

Its Who You Know 5 Networking Resources For Your Internship Woes

It's Who You Know 5 Networking Resources For Your Internship Woes Image courtesy of Flickr Having said that, I still apply to random online positions that I find interesting on the off-chance that the employer likes what I have to say enough to get me on the phone or something. I think Hughes would agree that the point of his advice is not Stop applying to random internships that sound interesting, but it is rather to emphasize a different approach to the process. Bringing on a familiar face, after all, is easier than hiring whoever it is you gauge from a resume and perhaps a cover letter. Tufts knows this as a practice common across each step in life, not just internship and job searching: We conduct research every day. When you’re applying to college, you don’t rely on online resources; you talk to teachers, guidance counselors, family members, and students at your target schools. Later, when you’re moving off campus, you ask for advice about realtors and apartments. When your family comes to visit, perhaps you get tips about good restaurants in Boston. Each of these scenarios involves collecting useful information. When applied to career search, networking is a process of asking people for information about occupations, employers, and industries. With each person you speak, you learn more about the world of work and where you best fit. People are your primary sources. There you have it When I think of outlets for networking available to college students I think of the five that Ive written about below. Go ahead and keep using LinkedIn, Intern Sushi and even Facebook to find internships because they are still viable options; however, real people are the key to the secrets of the real world. As our title above already stated, its all about who you know. 1. Alumni Image courtesy of Flickr Now that I am a part of the Tufts Alumni Admissions Program, I get how much wisdom we acquire over our four years in college. An alum from your own school, especially, has insight into his/her past (your present) and the future. Chances are, you can find a willing alum out there who can help you along in your internship search. Most schools offer some sort of resource to help connect current students and former students. Some schools organize meet-ups and luncheons to meet alums. Go with a friend if youre nervous youd be surprised how friendly and willing alums are to give their advice and contact information. It helps when these alums are in your field of interest, of course. As a biopsychology major, for example, I know there are not a whole lot of schools who offer that degree. Sure, you could double major in biology and psychology, but it is different. Talking with some recently graduated seniors who also had that major gave me a pretty specific and informative perspective on my options. Devin Merullo, someone I interviewed for a previous article (go check it out), gave me some good advice on graduate programs and said hed put in a good word at a Tufts lab I was trying to intern at last year. I didnt get the gig, but it was cool to have that reference. One could even put classmates into this category since what we do on a daily basis in classes is working together. With Facebook nowadays, we take for granted how connected we all are, but later in life, we may find our former classmates able to help in the same ways an alum might. 2. Professors Obviously, part of this process is up to your ability to judge peoples personalities. Do not confide in alumni whom you knew as an undergrad if you remember that person as a mean human being. Same goes here: dont force a relationship with a professor you do not like. Take the good with the bad. Of course I would never recommend you to pass up an opportunity, but there are few things worse than pretending to be nice to someone you abhor. With that said You can always hold on to that professors name and contact information and, down the road, could always whip it out if need be. If you like a professor, do your best to participate in class and perhaps ask them to be your academic adviser if you havent selected one yet. My adviser has given me a lot of good advice and an experienced ear to throw ideas off of. When I mentioned I was looking to get more hands-on experience in my sophomore spring, she suggested I help with some research being done in her lab. That semester I worked with one of her graduate students who has now gone on to do pretty well in the field of spatial psychology. 3. Family Members Maybe you want to be a lawyer and Mom has a friend from high school who just happens to have a private law firm. Maybe Mom can ask her friend if you could intern there one summer. No? At the least, Mom can give her friend your name and vice versa. Maybe Moms friend has a buddy who actually needs some help around his office These things happen more often than you might think. Luckier still would be if Mom herself was a lawyer and could open up a few doors for you. 4. University Career Services Image courtesy of Wikipedia Use these places while you can. As a senior, Im just now realizing the qualities of Tufts Career Center. They have free drop-in times every day of the week where you can do pretty much anything during those allotted times with one of the career center employees: a resume check, internship search or just a talk about your future. They might even give you names of people who have contacted them about opportunities. For networking services specifically, Tufts has multiple programming events for students: Tufts Career Advisory Network, Tufts Career Internship Fairs, Career Internship Connection, Campus Events, Social Media Outlets, etc. Obviously, you have to seek this information out, but part of working on your networking is just that work. For the professionals hired at your universitys career center it is their job to help you along your way after graduation. There is an enlightened self-interest involved here since they do so and care about you mainly so they can bolster their post-graduation employment numbers, but hey, what do you care? If theyre going to give you top notch assistance, you should be happy. 5. Past companies Through Uloop I have made so many connections with fellow writers across the nation. I was able to pursue a three-month internship with Bleacher Report because of Uloop. Not in the I put it on my resume way, but because Hughes directly put me in touch with the internship program director over at Bleacher Report. This one may require you to remember your manners at your current job. After all, no one wants to help out that guy who never did his work, never contributed, etc. Be a team player and who knows what doors your peers or employers might fling open for you. Run your own business, get control of your future, make an impact on your life. To learn more about College Pro, click here or call 1-888-277-7962.

How to Improve Your Time Management Skills

How to Improve Your Time Management Skills Photo Via: Pixabay.com 1. Get Organized First and foremost, when dealing with time management, you need to get organized. This means your workspace (or living space in general) need to be clear of clutter. Cluttered spaces lead to cluttered minds, and it’s easy to lose track of items in a mess. The more organized you are, both at work and at home, the more likely you are to remember your tasks and to stick to them. Feeling organized goes a long way when it comes to time management, so this is the first step in managing your time effectively. 2. Schedule It’s important to stick to a schedule when beginning to manage your time. If you have deadlines coming up, schedule them out so you can stay on top of them. If you find that you’re working through lunch too often, schedule some downtime to grab a quick bite to eat. By creating and adhering to a schedule, you’re training yourself to stick to a routine that’s going to work for you and will help you to understand how long it takes you to accomplish tasks so you can properly plan for future deadlines. 3. Prioritize This brings me to my next point: prioritize. When you’re dealing with time management, you need to consider which tasks are the most time-sensitive and begin with those. Running out of time is something that many dread, but when you prioritize, the chances of this happening decrease significantly. Take your tasks for the day, week, month and year and prioritize them based on due dates and length of time necessary to complete them. This way, you will have your deadlines scheduled far enough in advance so that there isn’t a chance of missing one. 4. Trial and Error When you’re trying to improve your time management skills, it’s essential that you remember not everything is going to work for you the first time around. In fact, there is a huge learning curve here. Time management is a process of trial and error in which you schedule your day one way to maybe find out later that it doesn’t work for you. You have to be flexible with your day-to-day and try new ways of organizing your day or of prioritizing your deadlines. There is no shame in failing, as you learn enough from those failures to implement new practices to help you succeed in the future. 5. Develop a Routine Over time, you’re going to develop a routine to help manage your time effectively. You might check your email first thing every morning, grab a quick breakfast and hit the ground running. Others might take a little “me” time in the morning before starting their day. Again, you’re going to come up with a daily routine that works for you. While you don’t want to deviate too much from this routine, you have to keep in mind that there are variables at play as well, so be strict, but also be fluid. 6. Allow for Change As mentioned above, there is always the potential for things to change. For example, you may have a last minute assignment come your way on a day that you have three other papers to write. These are going to be difficult days, that’s for sure. However, this is much more manageable when you’ve learned how to effectively manage your time. Give yourself an extra window of time every day for these circumstances. Shift things around in your day, reprioritize and reevaluate on an ongoing basis, because things change. So, you’re going to need to change with them if you want to improve your time management skills. Improving time management skills is difficult and takes quite a bit of effort, but it’s well worth it. Employers all over are placing more value on organizational skills, so enhancing your abilities to this end is going to benefit you in the long run. These six steps are a great beginning point when looking to improve your time management skills, but there is always room to go above and beyond and really focus on these skills in your day-to-day life. Before long, you’ll be effectively managing your time, leaving you much more time to do the things you love.

50+ Language Exchange Topics to Keep the Conversation Flowing for Days

50+ Language Exchange Topics to Keep the Conversation Flowing for Days 50+ Language Exchange Topics to Keep the Conversation Flowing for Days Oh no what do I say now?!Avoiding awkward silences can be tough enough in your own language, let alone a language exchange.Sometimes, youre scrambling for a polite response.Sometimes, youre not sure you actually understood what your conversation partner said.Sometimes, youre left wondering if it was really appropriate to mention your intense feelings on hummus.But worst of all, sometimes the conversation just runs dry.When it comes to learning a language, a conversation exchange is one of the best tools out there. Its an  interactive language learning resource  you can easily set up through  language exchange apps  or video call programs like  Skype.On the surface, it seems like all you need to do is find an interesting enough chat partner who speaks your target language and is learning your native language.But if youre having an off day or have been doing language exchanges for a while, chances are strong that at some point, youll be fresh out of topics to discuss. Why Is It Impor tant to Prepare Language Exchange Topics?If you do much of any language exchange, youll probably run out of ideas of what to talk about at some pointâ€"which kills your momentum and eats into your language practice time. Having more topics ready to go ensures that you dont have to miss out on valuable practice just because youre drawing a blank.So if you have an allotted time for your language exchange, why waste it trying to brainstorm topics on the fly? Having topics ready will help you  prepare for any gaps in natural conversation.Youll also want to have language exchange topics ready in order to learn thematic vocabulary. By focusing on specific discussion topics, youre essentially selecting what sort of vocabulary you want to practice. For instance, asking someone about their favorite foods will help you practice food-related vocabulary.Finally, having language exchange topics ready will help get you comfortable holding  a conversation on any topic. The more you practice discus sing a wide array of topics, the easier itll be to understand and respond to native speakers in any real-life situation.When the conversation fizzles out, look no further than these 50-plus language exchange topics to recharge your conversation engine!50+ Language Exchange Topics to Keep the Conversation Flowing for DaysWeve compiled more than 50 language exchange topics you might want to try out. Remember to always base your questions on what you know about your partner and what he/she will be comfortable with. Whats appropriate to ask can often vary by culture, so always take that into consideration.FluentU is a great way to get familiar with authentic, native conversations in your target language, for newbies who are still a bit nervous or experienced exchangers who just need a little break from social interaction. FluentU provides real-world videos like movie trailers, YouTube clips, news broadcasts and more thatve been transformed into a language learning experience.Youll absor b your target language the way native speakers really use it, as well as the cultural topics that are most relevant to them. Better yet, each video comes with interactive captions, flashcards and exercises to help you instantly learn and then retain any unfamiliar words. Videos are organized by learning level and genreâ€"check out a free trial and learn how native speakers discuss the topics below as well as many others that may interest you.This list is meant to inspire you, so dont hesitate to come up with your own questions. You can certainly ask the obvious questions in any category, like how old are you? or what do you do for a living? To get your creative juices flowing, though, weve included some unexpected questions you may never have considered.Getting to Know YouThis topic is a mainstay of any language exchange. After all, it provides you with varied vocabulary practice and helps you get to know your partner better.However, lots of new exchanges peter out after the basics have been covered. Here are some getting-to-know you questions you may not have considered. Translating and using these phrases will also help you discover more unique and nuanced ways to describe yourself to native speakers.AgeIf you could be the same age forever, what age would you choose? Why?How old were you when youlearned to drive?moved away from home?had your first kiss?got your first job?How old do you think youll be when youget married?have children?retire?FamilyWhat do you think is the ideal family size? Why?Do you want to have children? If so, how many?If you want children, would you prefer boys or girls? Why?How close are you withyour parents?your siblings?extended family (grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins)?What do you do when you get together with your family?JobsWhat do you like most about your job?What do you dislike about your job?If you could have any job, what would it be? Why?What job would you most hate doing? Why?If you could go back and choose a different ca reer, what would you choose? Why?EducationWhat was your favorite subject in school? Why?What was your least favorite subject in school? Why?Looking back, what subjects do you wish youd studied?Do you value university education? Why or why not?Who was your favorite teacher? Why?Languages SpokenWhat languages do you wish you spoke?What languages do you think would be hardest to learn?What languages have you tried to learn?What are your favorite words or phrases in languages youve studied?Living Situation (Where, with Whom, etc.)If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you choose?Describe your ideal apartment/house.Do you have roommates? What are the best and worst things about having them?PetsIf you could have any animal as a pet, what would you choose?What names would you consider giving a pet?Life Where You LiveDiscussing life where your partner lives not only helps you understand his/her life, it also gives you valuable cultural insight, making this topic ideal for lang uage exchange. You might even consider looking at the CIA World Factbook to learn some information you can ask follow-up questions about.CultureCulture is fairly all-encompassing,  so here are a few questions that dont quite fit into other categories.Do you have any good jokes you can share?What sorts of stories did your parents tell you when you were little?How important are good manners?What sorts of things do you need to do to be considered polite?How do you greet strangers?How do you greet your friends and family?FoodWhats your favorite food?Whats your favorite dish to make? How do you make it?What foods do you hate?What sort of food would you most like to try?What foods are popular where you live?ReligionOf course, its wise to tread lightly around this topic.  This Jezebel article gives some tips on how approach the topic.What religion is most common where you live?What other religions are practiced where you live?How is religion viewed where you live?HolidaysWhats your favorit e holiday?What holiday do you think is least important?If you could start your own holiday, what would be celebrated? How would you celebrate?Whats your favorite holiday tradition?What holiday do you think is most popular where you live?Popular PastimesWhat do people do for fun on nice days?What do people do for fun when the weather is bad?What do people like to do when they get together with friends?What do people like to do when they get together with family?What do you do for fun by yourself?Society and GovernmentThis is another topic to tread lightly aroundâ€"some people will avoid topics that could make them look like political dissidents, so try not to put them in an uncomfortable position.Do you vote? If so, how often? How do you place your vote?How is your town/city run?(E.g. mayor, council, etc.)What problems is your community/city/country facing?What problems are you most concerned about?EconomicsWhats a comfortable wage in your country?How much does an apartment/house cos t?Do people where you live put money in the bank or keep it at home?Do people often invest where you live? If so, what do they invest in?Is it important to save money? Why or why not?HealthcareWhere do you receive most of your healthcare?Who pays for your healthcare?SchoolingFor how many years do most people go to school in your country?How long is a standard school day?What subjects do students study in school?Whats school lunch like?GeographyWhats the terrain like where you live?(E.g. deserts, plains, forests, mountains, lakes, etc.)WeatherWhat sort of bad weather do you have? (e.g. blizzards, thunderstorms, monsoons, tornadoes, tsunamis, droughts, etc.)Whats your climate like?City LayoutTell me about your city.How are city streets organized?(E.g. grid, winding, etc.)Where arebusinesses located?factories located?neighborhoods located?What part of town is busiest?LifestyleLifestyle can give you a lot of insight into how your partner lives and how others in his/her community live. P lus, its always super fun to consider what life is like around the world.Home LayoutHow many bedrooms are in apartments/houses where you live?How many bathrooms do apartments/houses usually have?How many people usually share an apartment/house?Whats in a kitchen where you live?Do most apartments/houses have outdoor space?Daily ScheduleWhats your average day like? How does it compare to an average day for others in your country?What time do people wake up?What time do people go to bed?What do people do on weekends?FashionFashion varies wildly between countries and even regions within countries. Discussing fashion can provide you with thematic vocabulary and also prepare you not to look like a total dork if you ever choose to visit. If you need a little more prep work, you can always look at photos of international fashion shows from Elle to get an idea of the world fashion scene.Personal StyleHow would you describe your personal style?What fashion trends do you like?What fashion tren ds do you hate?If you could only wear one outfit everyday, what would it be?What outfit do you think looks best on you?If you could copy someone elses style, would you? If so, whose?Do you prefer formal or informal dress? Why?ShoppingWhere do people like to shop?How much do people buy in one shopping trip?How do people pay for their purchases?Is shopping fun or a chore?Tell me about the most popular stores where you live.Personal GroomingWhat do you do each morning to ensure you look your best?If you had to change your hairstyle, what new hairstyle would you choose?HobbiesA lot of people spend their free time engaged in hobbies, and theyre a popular topic of conversation when getting to know someone or making small talk. They can reflect both cultural and individual preferences.SportsIf you could play any sport professionally, what would it be?What sport do you like the least?If you could create your own sport, what would it be?MusicWhat instrument do you wish you could play?ArtWhat style of art do you like best?If you could hang a famous painting on your wall, which would you choose? Why?GamesHave you ever made up a game? If so, what was it like?What game would you choose to play to liven up a party?TechnologyWhile technology has made an undeniable impact on the world, its usage and purpose isnt consistent among different regions. Discussing technology will help you learn some valuable terms that may not be in conventional language textbooks and understand the role technology plays in your language exchange partners life.Computer UsageWhat do you use your computer for?If you had to go a week without a computer, could you?Phone UsageWhat do you use your phone for?Whats your favorite feature of your phone?What do you find most annoying about your phone?Social MediaWhats your favorite social media channel? Why?Do you feel social media has improved the world? Why or why not?Popular TechWhat tech gadget is your favorite?What new tech gadget would you most like to own?What new technology would you most like to become available?(E.g. time travel device, another new iPhone, self-replenishing ice cream tub, etc.)EntertainmentEveryone enjoys some form of entertainment, so why not talk about your favorite entertainment with a language exchange partner? Youll pick up some common vocabulary and your conversation partner might even turn you on to some great entertainment youd never considered, so its a win-win!MoviesWhats the worst movie you ever saw?Who would you want cast as you in a movie about your life?If you see a movie in a theater, do you purchase snacks? If so, what?TVIf you had to watch one TV show on repeat for the rest of your life, what would it be?What TV character do you wish you could hang out with?MusicWhat singer/musician could you listen to all day without getting annoyed?BooksWhat book genre is your favorite?What book protagonist do you have the most in common with?Going OutIf you want a night out, where do you go?When you go out with a group, who pays?Travel and TransportationYour conversation partner might walk, bike, drive, take a bus, ride a train or fly on a regular basis.  Discussing travel and transportation can help you learn vocabulary related to getting around and preferred destinations. You never knowâ€"the conversation might even inspire you to book your next trip!Favorite VacationsWhat was the most relaxing place you ever traveled to?What was the most exciting place you ever traveled to?Where do you like to stay when you go on vacation?(E.g. hotel, hostel, short-term rental, etc.)What was your favorite thing you ever did on vacation?DestinationsIf you won an all-expenses-paid trip anywhere in the world, where would you go?If you had to choose only one location to take every vacation for the rest of your life, which would you choose?Modes of TransportWhat mode of transportation do you use most often in your daily life?What mode of transportation do you find most comfortable?What mode of transport ation do you find most frustrating? Why?Do you prefer a window or aisle seat?NatureThe natural world surrounds us and influences our daily lives, even if we dont always consciously consider it. This topic will open you up to vocabulary that isnt always prioritized by language learners, but is surprisingly common in everyday life.PlantsDo you keep any plants in your house?What type of flower do you like best?Do you have a garden? If so, whats in it?If you could plant a dream garden, what would be in it?AnimalsWhat animals are you afraid of?What animals do you think are the cutest?What sorts of animals do you see frequently?SeasonsWhats your favorite season? Why?Whats your least favorite season? Why?If you could stay in one season all year, would you? If so, which season?Environmental IssuesWhat environmental issues concern you most?Current EventsWarning: like politics and religion, this can get dicey. Pay attention to political sensitivities, and if your partner seems uncomfortable, change the topic.International RelationsWhat international news concerns you most?How do you think governments could create better understanding between nations?Weather DisastersWhats the worst weather disaster thats affected your country in recent years?What weather disasters do you see on the news that scare you?Popular Human Interest StoriesWhats the most uplifting news story youve heard recently?Goals and AccomplishmentsWhat Youre Proud OfWhats your greatest accomplishment in life?Of your accomplishments, what do you think made your parents most proud?What You Hope for the FutureWhat do you hope to do career-wise in the future?Where do you see yourself in five years? In 10 years? In 20 years?So when you need a new topic to liven up your language exchange, pick and choose from this list. You may never want your conversation to end! And One More ThingLet FluentU inspire your next language exchange. FluentU makes it possible to learn languages  from music videos, commercials, news and inspiring talks.With FluentU, you learn real languagesâ€"the same way that real people speak them. FluentU has a wide variety of videos, like movie trailers, funny commercials and web series, as you can see here:FluentU App Browse ScreenFluentU has interactive captions that let you tap on any word to see an image, definition, audio and useful examples. Now native language content is within reach with interactive transcripts.Didnt catch something? Go back and listen again. Missed a word? Hover over or tap on the subtitles to instantly view definitions.FluentU Interactive TranscriptsYou can learn all the vocabulary in any video with FluentUs quiz mode. Swipe left or right to see  more examples for the word you’re learning.FluentU Has Quizzes for Every VideoAnd FluentU always keeps track of vocabulary that you’re learning. It uses that vocab to give you a 100% personalized experience by recommending videos and examples.

I didnt finish the Challenge but still won!

I didnt finish the Challenge but still won! Koko the Polyglot runs his own Language Learning Blog Koko the Polyglot. He has been taking World Cup Language Challenge learning Catalan. We are reposting his original blog with permission. Italki World Cup Language Challenge Week 8: The Results! (Source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/sniffen/ ) We are on the last week of the italki World Cup Language Challenge and I’m done to my last sessions with my tutors it’s time to share my results. While the challenge doesn’t officially end until Thursday, I simply will not have the additional time to schedule more sessions at the moment. But what I can say is that I wasn’t able to complete the challenge. However, I got incredibly close though. So how many sessions did I manage to complete this time around? 18 out of 25 which is actually really close to completing the challenge. Unlike the last time where I became overwhelmed with circumstances beyond my control and losing motivation toward the end. How Did It Go? I would say it went really well despite having to deal with moving to a new place and a working full-time. I can honestly say that I progressed so much from this challenge, especially since I chose a language I didn’t have much knowledge in as well. It was great to see how much more I was able to accomplish this time around with the challenge. Each lesson truly motivated me to learn more Catalan. It was also the first language that I did lessons with Professional Teachers as well. I felt like even though I lost I was able to make substantial improvements to my language skills that I wouldn’t have done otherwise. What Happened This Time? I could go on with excuses as to why I wasn’t able to complete the challenge. But let’s just say I was able to continually stay motivated even though I had some major setbacks during the challenge. Those setbacks did cause more delays when it came to scheduling sessions with a tutor but, I was still able to make the most of it while I could. Which mean teaching a lesson on my mobile and using my tablet to take a session with a tutor. It wasn’t until my internet was set up that I was finally able to book sessions at rapid fire. Which meant taking 3 lessons with a tutor on Tuesday and 2 on Wednesday.? Finding Victory In Defeat (Source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/86530412@N02/ ) Yes, I lost the italki World Cup Language Challenge again but, I felt like I was able to reach more of my language goals this time around than had a not participated at all. I wasn’t going to allow being defeat discourage me from reaching my full potential in a new language: Catalan! I would personally like to thank Lindsay of Lindsay Does Languages for encouraging and inspiring me to attempt the italki challenge once again. Instead of allowing my previous defeat get the better of me and not bother trying again. When compared with the previous challenge, I was able to triple the amount of lessons I’ve taken with tutors by being proactive and persistent about seeing this challenge through to the end, even if I didn’t win. Sometimes the real victory comes from being able to admit defeat and not giving up until you accomplish your goals. In this case, I was still able to achieve my goals for Catalan by being able to have a basic conversation about subjects that interest me. In fact, I would like to thank these tutors: here, here, here, and here for really accelerating my learning Catalan to the next level. Jo Practico El Meu Català Ara És plou avui. Hi ha llamps i trons però m’agrada el temps perquè no és massa calurosa. Era un repte molt interessant. Vaig escoltar una varietat de les cançons en Català. Em vaig sentir que el meu català he millorat molt. He tingut més motivació que abans. Vull apprendre Català sempre però no vaig tenir temps ara per ara. La llengua Catalana és una mica d’espanyol, francès, italià, i portuguès. Reconec moltes paraules de francès, espanyol, i italià però és com sentir una llengua totalment diferent alhora. En dijous és el dia final per el repte d’Italki. Gairebé he guanyat el repte d’Italki però jo només he acabat que 18 lliçons. Here’s an example of my written Catalan so far. Feel free to correct if you’re a native speaker of Catalan. Italki World Cup Language Challenge Participants: How did you do? Did you finish the challenge? Almost there? No even close? I would love to hear how you’re doing in these final days of the challenge! I didnt finish the Challenge but still won! Koko the Polyglot runs his own Language Learning Blog Koko the Polyglot. He has been taking World Cup Language Challenge learning Catalan. We are reposting his original blog with permission. Italki World Cup Language Challenge Week 8: The Results! (Source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/sniffen/ ) We are on the last week of the italki World Cup Language Challenge and I’m done to my last sessions with my tutors it’s time to share my results. While the challenge doesn’t officially end until Thursday, I simply will not have the additional time to schedule more sessions at the moment. But what I can say is that I wasn’t able to complete the challenge. However, I got incredibly close though. So how many sessions did I manage to complete this time around? 18 out of 25 which is actually really close to completing the challenge. Unlike the last time where I became overwhelmed with circumstances beyond my control and losing motivation toward the end. How Did It Go? I would say it went really well despite having to deal with moving to a new place and a working full-time. I can honestly say that I progressed so much from this challenge, especially since I chose a language I didn’t have much knowledge in as well. It was great to see how much more I was able to accomplish this time around with the challenge. Each lesson truly motivated me to learn more Catalan. It was also the first language that I did lessons with Professional Teachers as well. I felt like even though I lost I was able to make substantial improvements to my language skills that I wouldn’t have done otherwise. What Happened This Time? I could go on with excuses as to why I wasn’t able to complete the challenge. But let’s just say I was able to continually stay motivated even though I had some major setbacks during the challenge. Those setbacks did cause more delays when it came to scheduling sessions with a tutor but, I was still able to make the most of it while I could. Which mean teaching a lesson on my mobile and using my tablet to take a session with a tutor. It wasn’t until my internet was set up that I was finally able to book sessions at rapid fire. Which meant taking 3 lessons with a tutor on Tuesday and 2 on Wednesday.? Finding Victory In Defeat (Source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/86530412@N02/ ) Yes, I lost the italki World Cup Language Challenge again but, I felt like I was able to reach more of my language goals this time around than had a not participated at all. I wasn’t going to allow being defeat discourage me from reaching my full potential in a new language: Catalan! I would personally like to thank Lindsay of Lindsay Does Languages for encouraging and inspiring me to attempt the italki challenge once again. Instead of allowing my previous defeat get the better of me and not bother trying again. When compared with the previous challenge, I was able to triple the amount of lessons I’ve taken with tutors by being proactive and persistent about seeing this challenge through to the end, even if I didn’t win. Sometimes the real victory comes from being able to admit defeat and not giving up until you accomplish your goals. In this case, I was still able to achieve my goals for Catalan by being able to have a basic conversation about subjects that interest me. In fact, I would like to thank these tutors: here, here, here, and here for really accelerating my learning Catalan to the next level. Jo Practico El Meu Català Ara És plou avui. Hi ha llamps i trons però m’agrada el temps perquè no és massa calurosa. Era un repte molt interessant. Vaig escoltar una varietat de les cançons en Català. Em vaig sentir que el meu català he millorat molt. He tingut més motivació que abans. Vull apprendre Català sempre però no vaig tenir temps ara per ara. La llengua Catalana és una mica d’espanyol, francès, italià, i portuguès. Reconec moltes paraules de francès, espanyol, i italià però és com sentir una llengua totalment diferent alhora. En dijous és el dia final per el repte d’Italki. Gairebé he guanyat el repte d’Italki però jo només he acabat que 18 lliçons. Here’s an example of my written Catalan so far. Feel free to correct if you’re a native speaker of Catalan. Italki World Cup Language Challenge Participants: How did you do? Did you finish the challenge? Almost there? No even close? I would love to hear how you’re doing in these final days of the challenge!

Why You Should Hire A Consultant When You Use A Private Tutor

Why You Should Hire A Consultant When You Use A Private TutorWhen you go to a local school or college, you will find that there are many individual teachers who offer private lessons for all types of students. While many of these individuals might be willing to offer their services on a one-on-one basis, many of the teachers also hire other individuals to teach their class. The benefits to such an arrangement are many:The main benefit to the individual teachers hiring another individual to teach their classes is that there are several of them available to work with. By hiring other individuals to do your classes, you will have an extra set of eyes on your class as well as a better chance at success.When you go to an individual teacher, they can be more flexible when it comes to class scheduling. You might have more time in a given class than you would if you were to have a larger group of students. This means that you will be able to focus more on the class material, which can be an advantage as well.Also, when you use a large classroom environment, you are often asked to move in and out of the room quite frequently. Because of this, many people who tend to thrive in large classrooms find that they need to leave their classrooms for part of the day and come back to do more classes. By having someone to go to for your classes, you will be able to keep your classes more closely focused, helping you to be successful.There are times when people feel that you can't succeed at a specific course or at your job without the help of a professional tutor, but this is definitely not the case when you use a consultant, just as it would not be the case if you did your own homework or got a paper cut. Individuals who hire a consultant for private lessons find that they do better in their classes than those who do their own homework.The reason why you should use a consultant for your classes is because they will help you to better understand the way that your body and mind wor ks, which will help you to learn more quickly and more efficiently than you would without them. Having someone to give you a one-on-one lesson will help you learn faster and more efficiently than you would if you did it on your own.It is important that you think about what you are looking for when you are looking for an individual to offer their services. If you want to spend less money, then you might want to hire a consultant. But if you want to do everything for yourself, then you might want to use some individual teachers for your classes.

How FGCU Tutoring Can Help You Reach Your Goals

How FGCU Tutoring Can Help You Reach Your GoalsWhether you are a teacher, parent, or high school student, then your child's need for FGCU Tutoring could be very simple. Many parents have found that the FGCU Tutoring services are the best way to get their child prepared for a college or career. From the successful completion of a General Education Course to receiving the university entrance exam, the tutoring system allows teachers and students to work together in order to accomplish what is necessary to achieve success in their chosen field.Tutoring can be used in a number of different ways. Some students who feel the need for tutoring have low self-esteem and can benefit from mentoring, while other students who need professional help are still too nervous to discuss academic subjects with an adult or trusted adult. Regardless of the reasons for seeking tutoring, most students find the experience worthwhile.Tutoring will not necessarily go the distance to help students become a more well-rounded student, but it will help them in their higher education endeavors. It also gives them the opportunity to see that others have done well in their studies and that they can, too. Since so many students have great expectations of themselves when applying to college, they can begin to look at their college applications as personal goals rather than just a means to an education. A tutoring session can help them reach those higher expectations.Just because the students are likely in high school does not mean that they cannot use a tutor to get FGCU Tutoring. Many students have placed colleges of their choosing on the back burner due to the costs. The very reason they want to study is so that they can get to the degree that they have always wanted. However, they find that a college may be out of their price range, which is why they no longer look at colleges as possible options.But now they can find professional tutors who offer them tutoring to help them reach their goals. S tudents can now attend the tutoring sessions as a way to get their college applications in order and to have the confidence to talk about their plans to college with an adult. The FGCU Tutoring services can help them gain admission into colleges and universities. This will also give them the confidence they need to be able to graduate in good standing and graduate from college.Students can use the tutoring sessions to see if they are worth the commitment. The tutor can help them see how their grades have held up over time and how their grades compare to those of their peers. It can give them an idea of what type of courses they will have to take in order to earn their degree.When a student is looking at college admissions, they want to find a place that will best fit their needs and meet their requirements. A student can also use FGCU Tutoring to help them qualify for scholarships and grants that can help them afford to attend college.

Why blogging is perfect for making money as an introvert - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Why blogging is perfect for making money as an introvert - Introvert Whisperer Why blogging is perfect for making money as an introvert Ugh, that natural barrier for us introverts; the one that seems to stop us from reaching our goals and dreams. Why does it exist? Does it even have to exist? Sometimes I find that I’m creating my own barriers and making life harder for myself. But, when I found blogging, I realized I didn’t have to put myself as ‘out there’ as I first thought. And with this, Ive found that blogging has helped me to shoot down the stereotype that introverts can’t be successful! In fact, I found blogging to be such an excellent solution to so many problems. Not only has it enabled me to start my own business, but by only needing to rely on myselfâ€"for the most partâ€"to be able to recharge my batteries, to give me the confidence to succeed, has been a weight off my shoulders. In this article, my aim is to show you how blogging can do the same for you and how it can earn you money, in a step by step approach.   Please note: my assumption is that you’ve taken the necessary steps to get your blog set up and know the niche you’re in. Step 1: No expectations A more laid-back approach to blogging can serve you very well. The key to this is to NOT expect any income from blogging for at least 6 months. This is mostly valid since generating enough traffic to your blog to provide an income doesn’t happen overnight. Why so? Well, it’s difficult to establish yourself as an authority in an instant. Like most things, it takes time to provide enough value to the internet world before Google and other search engines deem your content as being viable for traffic i.e., in the form of increasing your rankings in SERPS (search engine results pages). Instead of creating instant pressure on yourself to achieve the status of being an overnight success, by taking this no expectations approach, as an introvert, I’ve found this to be highly beneficial. That fear of starting your own business needn’t be as scary as you think! Step 2: Content research: easy tools to help OK, so now you’ve set yourself up with a solid foundation, you need to carry out your content research. For without content, you won’t be able to make money from your blog. This is likely to be the most important part of your blogging journeyâ€"content is so, so important! By targeting your content to what your audience is already looking for answers on, you fend off that feeling that you have to develop a community or be face to face networking; things that can really drive up anxiety levels as an introvert. There are two highly beneficial tools I recommend for this: Response posts Keywords Everywhere plugin Posts that respond to questions Go ahead and type in “how to make money from a blog” in a Google search bar. Everyone’s results are likely to be different, but if you scroll down to the “People also ask” section, you’ll see a bunch of suggested questions. My results are thus: