Virtual Nerd Homework Teacher Texas

Virtual Nerd Homework Teacher TexasFor a Virtual Nerd you should take a trip to the library and look up Virtual Nerd Homework Tutor Texas. Here are some cool facts about this great Texas based Virtual Nerd Homework Teacher.One of the most popular Texas courses is called, Texas Free Online High School Education. Texas is known as a state with lots of opportunities for an online high school education. These advantages include, access to tons of students from around the country, there's no parking tickets, there's no housing issues and no lack of money for fuel.The virtual Nerd provides a free plan for Texas' population of more than 9 million people. And that's just one year. Not only does this Texas company provide a Texas diploma for free, but they offer free digital supplies for digital use in the classroom. You can choose the curriculum that best fits your needs.When you begin working with the Virtual Nerd you'll have the advantage of teaching yourself through the teacher, you'll ne ver have to teach the textbook. This is a good thing for those people who want to stay at home. While you can go back and revise a few times, when you teach yourself you don't have to.Texas companies will give you all of the tools you need to teach yourself through the program. And when you teach yourself through the Texas Free Online High School Education, then you can teach your students a little bit at a time, depending on how much help you are able to provide.Each course you complete will have training materials that will include lesson plans, study guides, lecture notes, and learning resources. There's also an online chat room you can use.These are just a few of the benefits to the Virtual Nerd program. There are several other great Texas based Virtual Nerd Home School Teacher programs to choose from.

A Pen Pal Exchange for Communicative Writing Practice

A Pen Pal Exchange for Communicative Writing Practice More on pen pals: Start a Pen Pal Exchange project for studentson the Virtual Writing Tutor. For instructions on how to create a pen pal exchange for your students, check out these step-by-step pen pal exchange creation instructions for teachers.Click here for an article on pen pals that students can read to introduce them to the concept of pen pal writing. For ESL/EFL instructors teaching beginners, finding authentic and meaningful communicative writing tasks can be difficult. One challenge is figuring out how to keep a substantial conversation going. Social media posts are often short, eliciting short comments and likes. Emails are often utilitarian vehicles for conveying digital information, with file attachments, or for making requests. They do not lend themselves to extended, deeply meaningful exchanges that sustain students interest over long periods of time. Blog writing and hypertext narrative writing tasks are different, but these are written equivalents of monologues, a type of one-way communication for broadcasting to the masses. And yet, Applied Linguistics has taught us that languages are best taught by maximizing the repeated exchange of meaningful messages with a focus on form, right? Isnt it strange, then, that when we teach writing, many of us teachers focus primarily on structure, form, accuracy, and critical thinking? Strange, but unsurprising because engaging, meaningful, focused, authentic writing tasks are hard to come by. How can we make writing meaningful, repetitive, form-focused, and engaging for learners? Languages are best learned through an engaging and repeated exchange of meaningful messages with a focus on target structures Instead of resorting to 5-paragraph essay writing activities, a discourse model that does not exist in the wild, we can support the development of Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills (BICS) with online pen pal writing tasks instead. Think about it. Pen pals usually live far from each other and so try to convey theirday-to-day lives through letters. Pen pals often try to communicate who they are, their culture, their family, food, holidays, and life eventsthis is all basic, interpersonal stuff!So pen pal writing projects seem really well-suited for learners trying to develop their BICS. The obvious problem with pen pal writing is that it takes a long time before letters in the mail arrive where they are going, and longer still to get a reply. There are only so many weeks in a semester, so pen pal writing is impractical for instructed language learning contexts. It is something a learner might do in addition to an English Second Language course, right? Maybe not. Maybe there is still a way to integrate pen pal writing into an ESL course. Maximizing Repetitions Sending letters internationally takes about two weeks. Pen pals cannot, therefore, expect more than one letter a month. In terms of maximizing meaningful, form-focused repetitions, college writing teachers wont get much in a three-month English Second language course. Something needs to be done to maximize the number of exchanges. A colleague of mine gets students to write messages to anonymous pen pals in their Hilroy notebook as informal writing practice. He collects the notebooks and redistributes them to students in another group on a different day. They write replies or questions, and he collects them back up again and returns them to the original author. It is a lot to keep track of, but the students enjoy it he saysand I believe him! At theend of the semester, he arranges for the pen pals to meet each other at an end-of-semester party. The Pedagogy of Notebook Pen Pal Exchanges For the record, I love the idea of notebook pen pal exchanges because of the meaningful exchanges it produces. However, I have not implemented this activity in any of my courses because I cant figure out how to ensure that it prepares students for competency-based writing evaluations in a direct and coherent way. General, unfocused language practice is not the highest expression of good CLT pedagogy, is it? Here are a few thoughts on my pedagogical concerns with notebook pen pal exchanges at the college level. Later, I will propose a solution that should improve upon this otherwise excellent activity. Not evaluated: Since this type of pen pal writing is framed as informal writing practice, it doesnt count toward the students final score. What counts instead are formal essay assignments during midterm and final exams. As such, pen pal writing reduces the cohesion of a course. Students pen pal writing does not prepare them for writing that counts. Since the meaningful exchange does not prepare students for competency-based evaluations, its value is restricted only contributing only to general proficiency and a reduction to writing apprehension.Feedback on errors:Giving corrective feedback on weekly writing has proven impossible for my colleague. There is just too much writing to correct, so he doesnt. This makes pen pal writing ineligible for evaluation. If students dont get formative feedback, pen pal writing tasks cannot be used for summative evaluations.Feedback on target structures: Students are invited to use the grammar from the lesson, but there is no follow-up on theuseof th e targets.Drop-outs: Some students go missing for a week or two. Sincehe keeps the notebooks in his office, students cant participate in the exchange if they are absent. Some students drop out of the course and notebook pen pal exchanges become difficult to manage. Some students complain that their pen pal is delinquent. the teacher is quick to pair students up or substitute another pen pal who also lost a partner. Designing an Online Pen Pal Exchange for ESL Learners Whats needed, obviously, is a system that can match up students in the same class and or in other countries. Also, there needs to be a way to provide fast feedback on spelling errors and grammar errors, so that students can get help with their extensive grammar errors. Indeed, it would be useful to know if students are writing more than the minimum number of words. Short messages wont do. Finally, there needs to be a way of ensuring that students use the grammar and vocabulary that they learn in their lessons because of the problem of grammar avoidance. The VWT grammar checker robot can help Sounds like a job for the Virtual Writing Tutor, right? The Virtual Writing Tutor grammar checker can already, count words, check spelling and grammar, and check for target structures. All thats needed, then, is a way to match students up and track their progress. Introducing the Virtual Writing Tutor Pen Pal Exchange Project. Designed for ESL teachers, by an ESL teacher, the system can match up students within the same class or from different classes taught by other teachers. All they need is a free account. It can also, check spelling, check grammar, check for target structures, add voice recordings and photos, and automatically score each pen pal message based on criteria defined by the pen pals teacher. Find out how to create an ESL pen pal exchange on the Virtual Writing Tutor. Please follow and like us:

Tips on How to Weather the Midterm Storm

Tips on How to Weather the Midterm Storm Weathering the StormThe young scholars. The creme of the crop. Know-it-all by nature. The future of the world lingers in the wit of our decisions. Doused in our fearless, yet uncertain, egos, our humanity remains intact. And like all larger than life figures, we have our shortcomings and flaws. With this, we fall victim to the infamous “Midterm Misery”. It is the middle of the semester, and most of us feel the peaking of our breaking points. Assignments are getting lengthier and deadlines are approaching..Collectively, we walk a tightrope of performing our best in class and securing our sanity. Stress builds, sleepless nights, cramming and retaining information to apply it on an exams, we become the mechanical dispensers of knowledge. Here are 5 life hacks and reassurances that everything will be fine. Study to understand, not just to regurgitateInformation is easier to remember if it makes sense. Even though memorization seems to play a key part in learning, it has definitive use unless it can be can be understood and applied. You will find that most information can be memorized naturally if understood. Just try it. Adopt a study habit that allows you to use your comprehensive skills. You will see that the memorization comes more naturally when concepts are understood.Understand that pressure can be beneficialHere is the thing. As humans, we are able to perform our best and tap into autonomic responses on cue when we are under high pressure. Referring to Nixon P. Stress Response Curve (1979), as stress increases, so does performance. So what does this mean? When the pressure is on, we tend to not overthink or overanalyze anything, we naturally act accordingly. When applying this concept to schoolwork, we can began to apply the information we learn in an easier thought process. Let your body and mind do the work for you, Pressure is normal, and our bodies are naturally ready to respond to it. So in a way, we are in control, whether we know it or not. Keep an eye on your bodyWe love Starbucks. Energy drinks give us a jolt. We indulge in anything that will help heighten our senses and keep us energized. And though this is ideal behavior for us as college students. We must be mindful that over consumption could be harmful to our bodies. Remember, our bodies are naturally equipped with the chemicals it needs to help us function naturally. Let us not throw off the functionally by drinking too much caffeine. One cup could suffice. Try balancing your meals and getting plenty of rest at night. Our bodies are like clocks, let us keep them oiled and ticking. Realize your potentialThe only thing keeping you from making the grade you want...is you. Okay, well maybe your instructor can throw in a few twisted challenges, but you can top it! We must understand that we execute tasks at our full capacity IF we are aware of the extent of our capabilities. But wait….what if we are not exactly sure of how much we are capable of? Well, give a stab at it. It is okay to remind yourself every now and again, “I got this”. You are in total control of your situation.It is only a matter of timeLooking at your course syllabus can be quite intimidating. But what is more rewarding than putting an X on those deadlines as the semester progresses? The only thing that separates where you are and where you will be in the semester, is time. And as time suspends, we must perform accordingly. Get a head start on a some readings, or pitch some ideas for an upcoming paper. Surely soon, these things too will be crossed off of your “to do” list. In closing….We are halfway through the semester and in the eye of the storm. Brace yourself. Push through. Do your best. Weather the storm. Cheers!!-Kendra D. Scott

Best Meal Kit Delivery Services to Try

Best Meal Kit Delivery Services to Try via Pixabay HelloFresh HelloFresh offers subscribers customizable meals. That means you can choose what type of protein you would like or choose a vegetarian option if you prefer. These meals come in compact containers, so they fit in your refrigerator nicely. If you’re a beginner in the kitchen, you can choose meals from different difficult levels. There are three different levels, so you can always increase the more comfortable you become with cooking. Depending on just how busy your life is, you can opt for the “Quick” meals from HelloFresh. These meals take about a half-hour to prepare and cook, which means you have more time to cross items off your to-do list and less time worrying about what you’re going to eat for dinner. If health and nutrition are important to you, then you can also opt for the “Fit” meals, which are packed with nutritious ingredients. HelloFresh offers two meal sizes. You can order meals prepared for two people or for four people. This is perfect for those busy parents who still want to make healthy dinners for their kids. Price: $60 for three meals per week portioned for two people or $96 for three meals per week portioned for four people. Blue Apron Blue Apron was one of the first meal kit delivery services to come on the scene, so they definitely know what they are doing when it comes to providing delicious easy to make meals. The recipes are extremely easy to follow and make for some pretty amazing meals. The beauty of Blue Apron is that most of their meals take just under an hour to make. You don’t have to worry about missing any ingredients or wasting time chopping or measuring anything. Just follow the instructions and throw it in the pot, oven, or whatever the recipe calls for. If you like to enjoy a glass of wine with your dinner, this meal kit delivery service also offers a wine subscription. So, along with your meals for the week, you’ll also receive a bottle of wine that pairs perfectly with what you’re making. It’s basically date night, but cheaper and you get to stay home in your pajamas. Not only does Blue Apron make your life easier, but they are environmentally friendly. Their mission is to improve the food industry by using direct shipping methods and sustainable farming. It doesn’t get better than that. Price: $60 for three meals per week portioned for two people or $96 for three meals per week portioned for four people. Infographic by Brittany Loeffler Sun Basket   Sun Basket prides itself on its high-quality organic ingredients. These meal kits are packed full of nutritious ingredients such as wild-caught fish, antibiotic-free meats, and organic fruits and vegetables. Sun Basket is a little more luxurious meal kit delivery service and just a tad more expensive than others. However, the quality of the food you receive is absolutely worth it. If you are on a special diet or have dietary restrictions, Sun Basket has a variety of meal options that range from paleo to vegan to pescatarian. Meals are also rated for how difficult they are to cook, so beginner home chefs don’t have to worry about taking on more than they can handle. Sun Basket is also environmentally conscious, so all of the packaging is compostable or recyclable. That means you don’t have to feel any guilt about harming the environment when you order a meal kit from Sun Basket. Price: $72 for three meals per week portioned for two people or $88 for two meals per week portioned for four people. Home Chef Home Chef has a meal kit for just about anyone. The meal kit is fully customizable, so if you are avoiding a certain food group such as meat or dairy or if you are allergic to something, you can opt for it to be left out of your meal kit. If you are a planner, Home Chef allows you to choose and plan your meals up to five weeks in advance. That means you don’t have to worry about what you’ll be eating for over a month and can focus on other aspects of your life. Home Chef also offers meals based on the amount of time you have to cook, such as their “Express” meals. This meal kit only takes about half an hour to prepare and cook. If you enjoy spending time in the kitchen, you can opt for a more intense and intricate meal kit. Or, if you are completely new to cooking for yourself at home and need some tools, Home Chef has you covered with essential kitchen tools. Price: $19.90 per meal portioned for two people. $59.60 for three meals portioned for two people per week. Free delivery for orders over $45. Freshly The meal kits from Freshly surely live up to the brand’s name. Unlike some meal kit services, Freshly never freezes their ingredients, so they are always fresh for you. If you are really on a time crunch during the week and literally have no time to even cook a meal kit, then Freshly is here to answer your prayers. They deliver fully cooked meals that you just need to pop in the microwave. You’ll have a delicious meal in just a few minutes. Freshly also makes all of their meal kits gluten-free and in a peanut-free facility, which is great news if you have a peanut allergy. Freshly is also one of the few meal kit services that offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner options! So, you can ensure that you always have a meal ready for you no matter what time of day it is. Price: $50 for four meals portioned for one person per week. $108 for twelve meals portioned for one person per week. Green Chef Green Chef aims to make 90% of the ingredients included in their meal kit USDA-certified organic. That means you don’t have to worry about GMOs or harsh chemicals touching your food. There are multiple menus that customers can choose from including a paleo, Keto, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and carnivore menu, so you don’t have to sacrifice your preferred diet in order to have a meal kit delivered to you. The recipes are extremely easy to follow and are even color-coded, so there is very little room to make a mistake while preparing your meal. What’s even better is that all of Green Chef’s meal kits can be prepared in just 30 minutes, no matter how simple or fancy the meal is. Price: $79 for three meals prepared for two people per week. $95 for two meals prepared for four people per week. Terra’s Kitchen Eating nutritious and healthy meals consistently can be difficult when you’re always on the go. Sometimes you may not know what a nutritious meal consists of. Terra’s Kitchen will help you make eating healthy meals easy with its meal kit delivery service. These pre-chopped ingredients only take about 15 minutes to throw together for a delicious meal. The one thing that really stands out about this meal kit delivery service is the method that your food is delivered to you. Terra’s Kitchen utilizes what they call a Vessel, which is a non-electric fridge that keeps your food fresh until you can come home and bring it inside. It creates little to no waste in the delivery process, which is a huge win for the environment. Every meal of the day is available from Terra’s Kitchen. Whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks, it’s all available. Choose from specific diet menus including paleo, Mediterranean, vegetarian, and more to fit your current lifestyle. Price: $4-$18 per serving per person. Fresh Direct Fresh Direct doubles as a meal kit delivery service and an online grocery store, so you can kill two birds with one stone. You can choose from a variety of meal options from different menus, including a menu dedicated solely to stir fry. While ordering your meal kit online, you can see just how long it will take to prepare and make each meal. This is great if you know you have a busy week coming up and won’t have time to spend an hour making dinner and want something quick. If you are watching what you eat, there is also a healthy menu that you can choose from. While Fresh Direct doesn’t offer a huge selection of meal kits, they do offer pre-made entrees, salads, and sandwiches that they can ship to you as well. So, there are food options for just about anyone. Price: $14-$29 per meal portioned for two people. Gobble With Gobble, even the most inexperienced chefs can make delicious gourmet meals. If you are really in a time crunch and don’t even have time to peel or chop up vegetables, Gobble has you covered! All of the ingredients are portioned out and chopped up so you just have to throw them in your pot, pan, or whatever the recipe calls for. For customers with dietary restrictions, Gobble offers specialty menus such as gluten-free, kid-friendly, low carb, and more so you don’t have to compromise your goals just to eat a meal kit. The beauty of meal kits from Gobble is that they take about 15 minutes on average to make. That’s almost no time at all! A feature Gobble offers that other meal kit delivery services do not is a lunch meal prep plan. Stop going to the food trucks at work or skipping lunch altogether. In just about an hour every week, you can prepare your lunches for up to six days! It doesn’t get easier than grabbing a container in the morning and heading off to work knowing you’ll have a nutritious and delicious lunch. Price: $79 for three meals portioned for two people per week. $151 for three meals portioned for four people per week. $7.98 to $11.47 per lunch meal. via Pixabay Why Try Meal Kit Delivery We’ve already established just how convenient and easy a meal kit delivery service is. You don’t have to worry about going to the grocery store or planning out your meals for the week because everything you need is shipped right to your door. You’ll have peace of mind knowing that you have at least three dinners ready for you to prepare too. Not only do these meal kit delivery services offer nutritious, sometimes organic, and healthy foods, but it’s also delicious! That means you can start living a healthier lifestyle without worrying about picking out the right types of food. With so many specialty menus, you will be sure to find one that matches your dietary restrictions and will help you to achieve your goals. Lastly, you can actually save money with meal kit delivery services. Rather than going out to eat a couple of times a week and spending money on transportation, the food, and the service, you can have a restaurant-quality meal right at home for almost half the cost of going out. A bonus is that you will also start to learn how to navigate your way through the kitchen. If you feel that your life is so hectic that you don’t have time to make it to the grocery store and cook a decent meal for yourself, consider subscribing to a meal kit delivery service. You’ll be surprised at just how amazing it is.

Educational games are they useful or not - ALOHA Mind Math

Educational games are they useful or not Most school going kids today are absorbed into the current media rich, universe, popularly known as the, “always connected” world. As Bill Gates (2005) noted in his address at the National Educational Summit on High Schools, “Training the workforce of tomorrow with the high schools of today is like trying to teach kids about today’s computers on a 50-year-old mainframe. It’s the wrong tool for the times.” Do you think of a need to reform the educational system which could effectively prepare students for a much more technology driven, interconnected and competitive “flat world”? Will educational games act as values addition or not to achieve this? Are these games worthwhile to play, or are they are just a waste of time for your children? Well, I think game-based learning helps to teach children important skills for future jobs such as collaboration, problem-solving, and communication. Games provide a practice for students to create solutions and understanding for the very real challenges and risks in a world and most importantly it is always easy to understand and reproduce concepts when learnt with a fun aspectattachedto it.In todays technological era there are certain computer-based games that can boost the working memory capacity which is a basic ingredient of intelligence and academic success. Wait benefits do not end here have you heardabout the video games which encourage kids to be helpful and friendly? Educational games can take on innumerable forms to accommodate childrens learning styles, It is very important for you to keep in mind the way your kids learn while you choose an educational software or game for them to use or play. I would suggest you to choose games like JumpStart,Elementary Advantage 2011, and Schooltown that will appeal to your kids and reinforce the things theyre learning in school too. Here are few interesting online games I came across: Whyville is a virtual world featuring games and activities for kids aged 8-14. The game teaches academic subjects like art history, civics, economics and ocean science. Free educational video games at the NASA website. These games there are mostly quick, casual games of logic, memory, or math. Nobel prize organizations free educational video games. Games include “The Diabetic Dog Game” (which teaches kids about caring for someone with diabetes) and “Lord of the Flies” based on the novel by William Golding. I have had fun playing few of these educational games, so why wont your Kids. Share with us any such game that you think have some commendable educational benefits.

Tips From an Irvine AP Tutor 5 Ways to Improve AP Essays

Tips From an Irvine AP Tutor 5 Ways to Improve AP Essays Private Irvine AP Tutor Tips: 5 Ways to Improve AP Essays Private Irvine AP Tutor Tips: 5 Ways to Improve AP Essays AP classes are well underway, and students are already practicing their essays that will be a make it or break it situation in May 2016. Unfortunately, some students wait until the very last minute to start practicing their essays, often resulting in a less than stellar score.  However, there are a few ways that students can start working on their AP essays now so that they can do well on their in-class assignments and exams as well as on the all-important AP exam. 1 Start small, think big AP students are encouraged to start small when it comes to their essay practice. Students who tried to write a four or five paragraph essay from start to finish and make it perfect the very first time, will often be left frustrated and disappointed. Teachers dont expect perfection straight away, which is why they start out small and go from there. Students are encouraged to write one paragraph at a time, taking breaks in between, or write one or two paragraphs and show it to their teacher or tutor before moving on (READ: Ask a Nerd! Grades and AP Classes). 2 Perfect the thesis The most important part of any essay is the thesis, without that the essay only goes downhill from there. Students should practice working on the thesis, and only the thesis before moving on. They can get several prompts from the College Board AP website, from their tutor, or from a test prep booklet. Students are encouraged to write a few thesis statements and show them to their teacher. One prompt probably wont give their teacher enough to go on, however,  writing 10 or 12 thesis statements, that may turn out to need improvement, can be overwhelming at the beginning of the year. 3 Write an Intro and a Conclusion Many students can write excellent body paragraphs but, for one reason or another, cant write a cohesive intro and conclusion. Often the intro is decent and the conclusion is decent but they dont fit together. To write an excellent AP quality essay, its important to master the art of the intro and conclusion first.  Students are encouraged to write an intro and conclusion but skip the body paragraphs when they are doing extra practice at home or with a tutor. This way they can look directly at both and see what fits together and what doesnt. The first thing to look out for is if the conclusion offers any new information, which it shouldnt (READ: Ask a Nerd! Taking the AP Exam). 4 Get an AP Test Prep Book The vast majority of AP students wait to get a test prep book until they’re a few weeks away from their final exam in May. This can cause students a lot of issues, especially concerning the essay portion. The test prep booklets offer excellent examples and prompts that enable students to practice above and beyond what is required in the classroom. Students who are currently enrolled in any AP course that requires essays is advised to order a test prep book ASAP. 5 Write a Rough Draft and Go From There Another thing that trips up many student writers is the pursuit of perfection. When students attempt to make their essay “perfect”, they often develop writers block and spend hours upon hours writing one essay that should only take 40 minutes. At this point in the year, students are encouraged to write a rough draft and then spend time editing, refining, and perfecting the essay later on. Part of being a great student writer is being an editor as well. Additionally, students can show the rough draft to their teacher or tutor and discover which areas they need improvement in. This can save them a lot of time and frustration in the long run (READ: Ask A Nerd! I Bombed My AP Exam, Whats Next?). Taking AP classes this semester? Score high on your AP essays with the help of an Irvine AP tutor. Contact us today for details! All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

Is the Organic Chemistry Tutor Good For You?

Is the Organic Chemistry Tutor Good For You?Is the organic chemistry tutor good for you? If you are thinking about becoming a chemistry tutor and you would like to know more about it, this article may be useful to you. One of the most important aspects that you must consider when searching for a tutor is the extent of the background in the field of chemistry.You should be able to advise him/her on the basics such as the material required and on the formulas, which are used in learning to become a teacher of this subject. Moreover, if you have some experience in the matter, you can use this to your advantage to make sure that you have the right qualifications to become a good teacher of this subject.Another one of the main aspect of searching for a tutor is the reputation that he/she has. Sometimes, you might not get an honest evaluation of the tutor's work, if you find out that they are on a list of the most common ones that exist, which some of them are also on some online websites. So, to avoid all this trouble, you should look for someone with a very good reputation, who can give you unbiased and reliable advice and recommendations.Another important aspect of searching for a tutor is to have some idea about the schools that offer such training. You can ask around among your friends or family members to help you out in finding some details about the various schools that offer such training and about the teachers there.Be careful with your research. This can be very beneficial and you will be able to save your time. But make sure that you choose the best school for your purpose, otherwise you will waste your money and time.You may have read that tutors can be of good quality, and you may have also read that they are easily available online. You can try searching for online tutorials from different online sites.Once you have done your research well, you will be able to decide whether a teacher with a good reputation is a good choice for you. You may even consul t your teachers to find out their opinion. To save yourself from making mistakes, make sure that you understand all the background of the tutor and that you are not being cheated by them.

Understanding the Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope

Understanding the Biology of Stress and the Science of HopeA book I have recently read by Dr. Caine Jeffers, called Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope is an excellent overview of what we know about the biology of stress and its relationship to health and well-being. I recommend it to those seeking a quick, easy read that highlights the most important research on the biology of stress.There is a greater incidence of illness and disease associated with those who experience life events and who face more powerful negative emotions such as power negative or fear of the future. These negative emotions can be triggered by a number of factors, including daily stresses in work, relationships, finances, or other life situations. Negative emotions and feelings can create physiological changes in the body and change the way that the body interacts with the environment. For example, our body temperature can go up in response to a power negative feeling such as fear of the f uture, while anxiety can lower the body's ability to regulate our body temperature.Humans have been around for thousands of years, and are still around today in some parts of the world, and many of us can attest to the power of the ancient hunter gatherer societies to change and adapt to their environments. In fact, the human body has changed tremendously over the last several million years due to the pressures and stresses of our lives.Dr. Jeffers describes in his book a system that is an effort to understand the biology of stress and its impact on human health and well-being, a system that looks at three aspects of stress which include physiological response, social response, and the consequences of the physical and social response. This System includes key tenets such as the history of our evolution, the way that our behaviors change as a result of our experiences, and how our daily experiences and our bodies respond to the environmental changes that we encounter in our environme nts. The general framework of this system that Dr. Jeffers has developed is called the 'Power, Influence, Resistance, Adaptation, and Resilience Framework.'Dr. Jeffers has developed a new framework for understanding the biology of stress and its effects on the human body and behavior. He has included key concepts that he has come to believe are important to the process of understanding the biology of stress and the effects of stress on health and well-being. His main thesis is that the stresses that we experience in our everyday lives have a direct effect on the physiological response of our bodies. These changes in our bodies can either increase our ability to deal with the stresses or decrease our ability to do so.Dr. Jeffers is convinced that there is a connection between the changes in our biological response and the capacity to adapt and change our behaviors. He believes that our power to adapt and change how we react to and respond to our life's experiences is an inherent part of our biology, and that the change in biological response is the main factor in determining our ability to adapt and change.Understanding the biology of stress and its effect on human health and well-being is a significant step in developing interventions for coping with chronic stress. The Biological Systems Model for coping with chronic stress offers some insight into this process and may help us to make decisions about specific types of interventions for managing the effects of chronic stress. The Biological Systems Model can also help to inform our broader understanding of how people react to the environment, so that we can better identify the triggers for the different types of challenges and whether there are specific triggers for different types of stressors.

The Cost of Violin Lessons

The Cost of Violin Lessons How Much are Violin Tutor Rates in the UK? ChaptersCost Of A Violin And Its AccessoriesViolin Lesson Prices on SuperprofCost of Group Violin LessonsHow To Save Money on Learning ViolinLearn Violin Online FreeLearning a musical instrument is a dream held by many and learning to play the violin is a particularly popular aspiration.Sadly, however, the majority of these dreams are never realised.But why is this the case for so many people?Unfortunately, regardless of your level of enthusiasm, motivation and passion for music, the cost of musical instruction can be too big an obstacle for people to overcome.Learning to play a musical instrument has a reputation of being pricey, but thankfully, there are plenty of routes into violin playing that don’t cost the earth.With plenty of research and willingness to study the violin, you can become the performer you always dreamt of becoming!Of course, your options will vary depending on your starting level, personal objectives and your level of self-discipline.It’s no secret that viol in lessons from highly-qualified musicians will be costlier than lessons from university music students, but if you’re a complete beginner on the violin, you will have the most choice when it comes to choosing a teacher to train you.However, regardless of the price you pay for your music tuition, value for money is key â€" if your teacher isn’t a good match for you, there’s a high chance you’re wasting your money.So, whether you’re a complete beginner trying to get a feel for the price of violin tuition, or you’re a curious advanced student looking at what other violin teachers generally charge, putting the cost of violin instruction under the microscope can make for some interesting findings.This is Superprof’s guide to the cost of violin tuition and how to find the best deal for your needs as a budding violinist. But first, how much does the equipment cost as you'll need a violin before you start doing lessons?more experienced teachers can charge a higher rate, drivi ng the average price up.So, if you’re a complete beginner violinist looking for a tutor to get you started and teach you the fundamentals of playing the violin, the price you pay will likely be at the lower end of the scale, as you can be taught by university music students who teach in their spare time.If you’re already a seasoned musician looking for someone to coach you through your grade 8 exam, you will require someone with an appropriate amount of expertise and who will likely charge rates at the higher end of the scale. They will expect more of you, too, such as regular violin practice so you can advance more quickly.Let’s have a look at the variation in the prices charged by Superprof’s violin teachers in different cities:In Glasgow, you can pay £15 per hour for a violin lesson with Johanes, a Bachelor of Music undergraduate, or you can pay £25 an hour for a traditional fiddle lesson with Christiana, an experienced teacher and soloist.In London, you can pay £25 fo r an hour-long violin lesson with Magdalina, a student at the Royal Academy of Music offering lessons for beginner and intermediate violinists, or you can pay £40 for a lesson with Katy, a professional violinist with a first-class degree from the same university.In Birmingham, you can pay £17 for an hour of tuition with Joshua, a music undergraduate, or you can pay £31 per hour for violin tuition from Cristinel, a professional musician with international experience offering tuition to a professional level.So, there is some obvious variation between cities, but the bigger variation is in the prices charged by individual tutors. Hourly rates align well with professional experience and the ability to teach advanced-level students.But why is this the case?Although teaching musicians of any level requires a lot of talent and skill, it’s not as simple as helping students tackle tougher pieces as they advance.In the beginning, new violinists need the most help with handling their inst rument, learning how to read music, learning to hold the bow and hold the correct posture while playing â€" in other words, playing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star perfectly is less important than becoming familiar with the violin itself.Violin lessons for youngsters are especially focussed developing musicality and musical ear training ¦ source: Visualhunt - juhansoninAs students progress through their music education, the techniques they use in their playing become more important, so teachers need to have a well-trained musical ear and expertise in techniques such as vibrato as well as a fantastic knowledge of music theory.The cost of private violin lessons can add up quickly, so, are there any other options? TomViolin Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors StacyViolin Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValtieViolin Teacher £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors BenedictViolin Teacher 5.00 (8) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors TaisiiaViolin Teacher 5.00 (1) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AmyViolin Teacher 5.00 (1) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LuísViolin Teacher 5.00 (6) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MomokoViolin Teacher £45/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsCost of Group Violin LessonsTaking violin lessons in a group is a fun and engaging way to learn the violin for less,  especially violin lessons for beginners.There are many ways to find group music classes.From violin group to philharmonic orchestra: music centres are a great place to learn to perform! ¦ source: Visualhunt - cseemanFor instance, Superprof offers an option of searching for lessons in a group.For budding musicians, there is also the option to register with a music school or music academy.Music schools are independent organisations which offer teaching services as well as opportunities to participate in musical ensembles such as a symphony orchestra or string quartet outsi de of school hours.Here are some guide prices for music centres around the UK:Music SchoolPrices for Group Lessons in ViolinKent Music £9 per 30 minsSutton Music Academy £13 for 40 minsAllegro Music Academy (Chelmsford centre) £17 per hour So, if you decide to opt for violin lessons in a group at a music centre rather than private lessons, you’ll save yourself some cash and you’ll also have the opportunity to perform!Performance experience is invaluable for developing musicians. Whether you’re in a concert band, rock group or you’re into jazz and improvisation, no matter whether you play the piano, guitar, trumpet, cello or you’re a vocalist, performance experience gives you brilliant transferable skills for the future.How To Save Money on Learning ViolinEnrolling in group lessons and music schools is a great way to get more for your money as an aspiring violinist, but is there anything else you can do to learn for less?Here are some top tips to make your money go further :First lesson free: If you’ve been browsing Superprof for violin tutors in your area, you’ll have noticed that many of them offer their first lesson for free. Taking these tutors up on their offer is a great way to find a tutor who suits your learning style before spending any money on lessons!YouTube: YouTube is full of all kinds of musicians offering free video lessons. Channels such as The Online Piano and Violin Tutor create step-by-step tutorials for beginners learning violin as well as tips for more advanced players. Using YouTube videos in addition to your sessions with your teacher is a great way to enhance your learning experience (see below how you can also learn the basics from video tutorials without necessarily needing a tutor right away).Download sheet music: The internet is full of fantastic resources for musicians. Whether you’re looking for specific pieces or technical exercises, with websites such as 8notes make finding material incredibly easy and cost-free! Don't forget to factor in the cost of the violin and the equipment you'll need!Learn Violin Online FreeViolin apps, just like apps for any other genre of music and style of instrument, have been on the rise over the years as technology advances at a super fast rate.Not only are there apps out there helping you to maintain your string instrument, like tuner apps, but free of charge apps have also been developed to teach you how to play the instrument (some are even aimed at learning the violin as absolute beginners!) with tutorials on how to hold the musical instrument, wrist placement, what to do with your left hand, how to maintain good posture while you play stringed instruments and, of course, how to read music.Did you ever think that learning the violin could be done so easily and for no financial outlay at all? Well, that's if you forget about the cost of the violin you'll need in order to try out these apps for a moment, of course.If you can't quite believe it, you can downloa d one of the digital tuition apps yourself (for either a small or no fee at all) via the Apple App Store, Windows App Store or your Android App Store. Even if you just download a few for fun, you might be surprised by what they can do for you and what you learn.That said, you don't want to risk developing bad habits from trying to copy others, so how do you balance the pros and the cons?Violin Apps Currently Topping The ChartsBandBlast by Music Lifeboat - The Music Education RevolutionBandBlast is a modern app which provides learners with free beginner violin video lessons developed by some of the world's best Philharmonic musicians. As well as these tutorials, there are some character-based games that help to teach beginners and intermediates alike learn about rhythm, notation, and pitch.The app flows very well because it follows the first year curriculum normally taught during music classes at academies or orchestra programmes so you can rest assured that the content will be engag ing and will support your needs as a pupil.The app is currently available on Apple and Android devices.Professional ViolinAlyaka's violin app is not for time-wasters. This is a serious app for people who are motivated and dedicated in how to learn to play the  violin. Interestingly, it teaches you to practice playing violin without an instrument in hand, offering a virtual violin and a multi-touch feature that enables you to play chords from your device. It is designed for Android mobile phones and tablets.Violin Sheet MusicThis app by JellyNote is inspired by violinists of all levels and offers access to thousands of free, high-quality violin sheet music. It's fiddle music at its best!PentaScoreTuanis  Apps has developed this app for advanced violin players or those wishing to get into composing. The app transcribes what you play into sheet music, so you can easily write your own melodies with the help of this automated reader. Could you be the next Bach or Mozart? Get onto your re cital and just wait and see!Some apps can transcribe the sounds you are playing into sheet music. Photo credit: photosteve101 on Visualhunt.com Real Oriental Violin SimulatorNAVA Apps has set up this resource for learning the violin on the go. The sounds are authentic and it offers 36 rhythm styles, vibration variation adjustment, and 2 octaves and pitch. You won't be able to stop putting together a violin concerto with the help of this app, no matter how good you are!JameasyJameasy Inc has produced an app that makes it easier to learn to play the violin. The app contains lessons on finger placement, reading music and identifying a violin string, and gauges how accurately the player plays their instrument. This is a brilliant tool for children as it can be played like a game, all the while maintaining concentration on the subject and encouraging them to use it again and again. As well as classical music it also offers modern artists' melodies like Coldplay.Learning to play musical i nstruments does have a reputation for being pricey, but with a good amount of research and plenty of practice, you can learn for less!Watch Violinists PlayOkay, so going to a concert or to see an orchestra play isn't classed as free, but you can easily watch videos of professional violinists doing their thing on stage and get a feel for how they perform.To be in with the best chance of picking up habits and skills that will suit your desired style of playing, be sure to watch someone you aspire to be like so that you can analyse and examine how they play, the type of music they make, and much more.YouTube is a great place to find free content in the form of concert streams, video tutorials, instrument reviews and so on, so we would suggest this as a great place to start your learning journey. You can sign up to YouTube channels dedicated to the violin or even follow relevant hashtags or accounts on Instagram so that you can be notified when a new video is uploaded.Even if it is just other novices displaying things they've learnt from a beginner's point of view, this could very well teach you something new too!Another great idea is to get yourself down to the local charity shop and see if there are any useful resources in there for budding violinists, like an old book with sheets of music in it or even an old cd with step by step instructions on how to play simple melodies. (I remember being given a Bert Wheedon video and book by an older relative when trying to learn guitar which taught me some of the fundamentals!).Obviously, it is far better to hire a professional to teach you how to play if you are serious about developing at a good pace, but we hope that you can see there are many ways of learning how to play the violin, ranging a great deal in price!