Online Tutoring Companies

Online Tutoring CompaniesWhat's more effective than online tutoring companies? Is it an honest answer? It is not, but even if it is, that doesn't mean it can't benefit you.There are a variety of jobs available at the personal tutor's disposal - the ability to speak with a child is in many ways the same as speaking with your own child. Both children need to feel cared for, and for an effective child carer the best choice is probably a genuine attachment to the process. A child that is worth tutoring is one that have a strong sense of self-worth, and one that is comfortable talking about who they are, and what they need. It's very unlikely to be someone who can't do either of these things with some ease, and working from home to tutor such children is probably the most effective way to go about it.The same principles apply to online tutoring companies. If you choose the right ones, they can help you put together a system that will give you the independence and support you need to be su ccessful with children.For an adult student, there are plenty of books and other materials you can take with you that will help you get your education up to speed. On the other hand, if you live in an area where school runs, at least initially, later at night, is irregular, then you may be trying to manage classes on your own. In such cases, you may be wishing to find out whether it's possible to take a short course online. Of course, some businesses do offer these kinds of courses, and others may have special facilities for adult students.Of course, you won't be able to guarantee the quality of their course material. It may be some programmes which take up the same amount of time but offering lower quality training. It may also be possible to study with a company that offers all the material you need, but which can't guarantee it will give you good quality practice tests and other tools of the trade.You should also be aware that there is some uncertainty about what the legal requir ements are for online tutoring companies. Some of the established players have taken care to include their contact details on their websites. However, it would be a good idea to check out the authenticity of the company before taking the work.But if you can't afford to take this kind of work, and you want to find out whether there are any options available, it can't hurt to contact people who have had experience of doing so. They may well be able to offer some advice about what you can expect, and even show you some case studies where others have found it worthwhile.

What is it Like to Attend Indiana University of Pennsylvania

What is it Like to Attend Indiana University of Pennsylvania The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teachtheyre sharing their college experiences as well. Luke is a Philadelphia tutor and 2005 graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He holds a bachelors degree in history and tutors several subjects, including English tutoring, history tutoring, and writing tutoring. Check out what Luke had to say about his time at Indiana University of Pennsylvania: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Luke: The campus setting at Indiana University of Pennsylvania is quite picturesque. Indiana, Pennsylvania is a small, rather quaint town surrounded by rolling hills and forest. Although the town is located in a rural area, the campus is centrally located and accessible from almost anywhere in the area by bus, bicycle, or even on foot. How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants at Indiana University of Pennsylvania? Luke: The professors and academic advisers at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, on the whole, are very available and dedicated to the needs of their students. This is achieved largely through the relatively small class sizes at the university, which average 25-30 students or less per class. How would you describe the dorm liferooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Luke: Dorm life was also very pleasant at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. The rooms and dining options were very adequate and accessible to the average needs of a student, and there was ample opportunity for socialization due to the small, close-knit atmosphere of the campus. Which majors/programs are best represented and supported? Luke: Indiana University of Pennsylvania is well known across the state of Pennsylvania as a top-notch teaching-oriented institution. It has a strong liberal arts background, and is also well known for its nursing and criminology programs. I majored in history and minored in political science as these were, and still are, my main areas of expertise. The university did a superb job of supporting me in my studies, and our history department had a wide assortment of top-tier professors with doctorates from Harvard University, Yale University, Georgetown University, and Cambridge University, to name just a few. How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Luke: Im a rather gregarious person, so it wasnt very difficult for me to meet people and make friends as a freshman. But even for those who are less naturally extroverted, Indiana University of Pennsylvanias relatively small, tightly-knit campus and diverse student body easily facilitates socialization and cultural exchange. Greek life does play a large role in campus social life, but it didnt for me. How helpful is the Career Center and other student support services at Indiana University of Pennsylvania? Luke: To be truthful, I didnt utilize the Career Center at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, as I instead planned on attending graduate school. However, I can attest to the reliability of the faculty and student support services in helping me make the transition to graduate study. How are the various study areas such as libraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Luke: Indiana University of Pennsylvanias Stapleton Library is perhaps not of the highest caliber, but it was rarely overcrowded and reasonably spacious. The latter can certainly be said for the much larger and more modern dormitories and student union center. Describe the surrounding town. Luke: If you enjoy a quiet, quaint, small-town environment, then Indiana, Pennsylvania is the place to be. If, however, you are more accustomed to a fast-paced urban environment, you may find Indiana quite boring, or even stifling. Despite this, there is a lively nightlife in the small downtown area on evenings and weekends, and quite a few good restaurants to partake in. In my experience, students typically spend more time off-campus. How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes at Indiana University of Pennsylvania? Luke: Indiana University of Pennsylvania has a good-sized student bodyabout 15,000-20,000 students in a town of only about 12,000 people. As I mentioned before, I was extremely pleased with the generally small class sizes, and I definitely felt this translated to a richer, more personal experience with curricula and professors alike. Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one you regret the most. Luke: Ill never forget Classical Political Thought taught by Dr. John Sitton. Despite being a 6:00-9:00 p.m. course, the class was extremely dynamic and enthralling, and the time flew by. Students were encouraged to speak their minds with questions or comments whenever applicable. I knew Dr. Sitton really cared about his students when he shared with us his attendance policy on the first day of class. He told us he worked his way through college and graduate school and, therefore, would never fault a student for missing class, as he gave us the benefit of the doubt that if we had to miss his class, it must be due to something of greater importance, such as perhaps a job or some personal emergency, and penalizing someone for something that may have been out of his or her control (i.e. life interceding) was not something he felt to be morally justified. Check out Lukes tutoring profile The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Human Resources for Halloween Business English

Human Resources for Halloween Business English This silly video has a ton of really good business English language and it is appropriate for Halloween!  It uses several English idioms, phrasal verbs, and words that are important in HR and business in general.Below are some important phrases from the video. Did you understand them all?Could you please send him?Mummy, thanks for coming, please have a seat.Your numbers are down.It isn’t just a slump.You’ve been underperforming for years now.All of us in the front office have been rooting for you to turn things around.Werewolf isn’t on fire but, he has support from every major demographic out there.This is purely a performance based issue.We are going to have to let you go.We’ve put together a very generous severance package.If you are hearing these phrases in English in real life, you might be a bit concerned because this is how HR talks when they are about to fire you!Look at some of the phrasal verbs that are used:rooting forto support someoneturn something aroundin this c ase it means to improveon firein this sense it means popularlet someone goto be told that you do not have a jobput togethercreatedNow look at some of the vocabulary related to business:numbers are downyour sales numbers are lower than they should be.slumpa bad financial/economic cycleunderperformingwhen your job performance isn’t good.major demographic-large number of different groups of people arranged by race, gender, age, ect.severance packagethe money that you get from a company when you have been fired or laid off.

Other Words for LIKE in English ?? - Learn English with Harry

Other Words for LIKE in English ?? - Learn English with Harry why do you need to use some other words for LIKE?  The word LIKE is a very popular word in the English language and is used as an adjective, a  verb and even a noun. The only bad thing about the verb LIKE is that we use it way too often. Some students may wonder whether we have any other words for LIKE in English? In fact, there are many, many ways to say LIKE.  So here are some English words and  phrases that you can use as alternatives to I LIKE.We use I LIKE to express our feeling about somebody or something. For example:I like ice cream. I like  Mathew.Of course, we could add various English adverbs to give more meaning to it. For example:I really like ice cream. I  really like Mathew.I genuinely like Mathew. I totally like her.But it can be a little boring to always use the same words or expressions  so here are some suitable alternative words you can use instead of  LIKE. Other Ways to Say I LIKE in English Other Words to Say LIKE in English I LOVELove indicates something a bit stronger than like.ex. Would you like a cup  of tea? I would love a cup of tea.I AM FOND OFFond of indicates a strong liking for someone or something but not as strong  as love.ex. Kathy is very fond of her Aunt Jane she always looks forward to her visits.I ADORELike love adore always gives a deeper meaning than like.ex. James adores his  new job. He has always wanted to work in the city and this gives him the chance to do that.I AM PARTIAL TOA very British English expression. To be partial to something means you  prefer it over some other choice. Daniel was always partial to homemade cakes. He enjoyed  the cakes in the local bakery but a home made cake was his favourite every time.So here are the words we can use instead of LIKE   LOVE, I AM FOND OF, ADORE or BE PARTIAL to anything or anyone.Some more informal ways of saying LIKE include the following:TO DIG SOMETHINGThis is a very 1960’s or 1970’s expression. People used to dig the  new m usic by The Beatles. So   this is really something related to the hippy years.I AM INTOVery informal and almost slang expression. This is used frequently to tell some  one what you like.ex. The teacher asked Kevin what music he liked. I am really into U2 the get  it right every time.I CANNOT GET ENOUGHAgain more informal meaning you just want more of what you like.ex. Do you like that new brand of coffee? Oh yes certainly we just cannot get enough of it!Or as Depeche Mode sing  I just cant get enough

Beyond Education

Beyond Education Beyond Education Beyond Education is a language learning centre based in Hangzhou, China and wasfounded in 2013. With joint Chinese-Britishmanagement and ownership, our goal is to provide a quality language teachingfor our students and an enjoyable working environment for our staff. Our students ages range from 4-adults and we have a variety of courses which all of their learning needs. We also have several subject classes taught in the English language such as science, drama and art. In addition to this we have a educational travel program, where our studentsgo to the UK every year to immerse themselves into the laguage and culture. We understand that education is an industry like no other and the positive, or negative, impact we can have on our students lives is enormous. Therefore, as a company founded by educators, not businesspersons, we truly put quality of education at the forefront of everything we do.As a high-quality language learning centre, we differ hugely from what is on offer from teaching positions all around China. Our small classes, with a maximum of 8 students, provide an excellent immersive language environment for students at different stages of their English language development. In January 2019 we moved to our brand-new, flagship centre, with over 1000sqm of space and a modern design. As we expand we are looking for passionate, dedicated and ambitious teachers that want to grow with us and become an integral part of our organisation.

Interpretive Learning 3 In-ear Translator Study Buds

Interpretive Learning 3 In-ear Translator Study Buds Interpretive Learning: 3 In-ear Translator Study Buds Imagine a gathering of the United Nations in New York.All the different countries are representedâ€"Russia, Japan, South Korea, the United States, etc.Chinas representative is giving an important speech in Chinese.So how can Russias representative understand what his colleague is saying?Well, they have interpreters stationed in one of the back rooms, listening to the speech in Chinese and translating it.Thats why, in footage of UN assemblies, we often see old people donning earphones, acting like cool millennials who are  listening to Spotify. Theyre actually following the speech being translated into their language.Thats what an in-ear translator does.But instead of actual human beings listening to the communication and translating it into another language, you can have an app do it for you. What Are In-ear Translators?Make no mistake, this technological marvel is not really in the headphones, but in the apps that you download on your smartphone. The miracle that happens in your e ar is actually just magic piping the translation from your phone.So what happens in the field is, you express something in English to somebody who only speaks, say, Japanese. Theyll hear your English in their Japanese. And, when they talk back to you, you get to hear what they said in English. You dont need to type anything on your phone or open up a dictionary. You simply hear what was said in your own language. Its that seamless.Language barrier, boom! Gone.We have arrived at a point in human history where AI is practically able to break down language walls. Voice recognition technology is at levels where it can understand some of the nuances of human communication.Your phones mic can serve as an ear so your app can listen to what youve said. And hey, it actually understands what you mean. And, knowing what you mean, it can now translate the communication into the languages that you want.And the voice that you hear? It can be so human its like having a personal UN interpreter doin g the job for you.The speed and accuracy with which the whole thing works, compared to what we had just a few years ago, is mind-boggling.I mean, its still not at a point where translations come in real time, but theyre pretty fast and some companies are claiming real time. (There are still delays.)Now, I dont want you to think that in-ear translators are the solution to all your language learning nightmares. The technology, though already amazing, is still in its nascent stage. It doesnt come cheap and it has a long way to go. Theres still a lot of room for improvement.But speaking of improvement, these things are great for use by serious language learnersâ€"people who, instead of totally relying on technology, want to use it to learn a second (or a third) language.How Language Learners Can Use an In-ear Translator to StudyNow, in-ear translators are a godsend for travelers or tourists who need translations fast. They can just walk up to some random stranger in Barcelona and not be deathly afraid that, due to some pressing situation, theyll forget the Dónde está el baño  (Where is the bathroom?) theyve been rehearsing since they got off the plane.The utility of the technology seems obvious enough. But for those who genuinely want to learn the language and not just ride on the coattails of machine translation, how might this magic be used?Remember, its not just an in-ear translator.As mentioned before, the real miracle happens in the app. And many of them can do more than just serve the translating needs of the occasional traveler, though that is the most celebrated functionality.Many in-ear translators are actually multi-modal and can translate text, audio and even images. Language learners can make the most of other featuresâ€"like dictionaries, text-to-speech and speech-to-text functionalities. Dont know the translation of a word? Simply type it in a search box and the app will fetch the translation for you in Spanish, German, Italian, French, etc.In add ition to the translated audio provided, your phone will probably be displaying a written record of the conversation (in two languages) so you can actually track the whole thing.You can deconstruct interactions, learning not only vocabulary but a healthy dose of grammar as well. Smart language learners can milk these apps for all their linguistic worth because the in-ear bells and whistles are actually built on top of some really solid machine translation technology.The main thing that youre missing out on from machine translation is context, but that can easily be solved with a FluentU Plus plan. FluentU takes real-world videosâ€"like movie trailers, music videos, news and inspiring talksâ€"and turns them into personalized language lessons. With a Plus plan, you can take words from your translation learning and put them in a customized flashcard set that will quiz you and show you accurate definitions, video clips and usage examples.So dont just treat this thing solely as an in-ear translator. Because its so much more!Use your in-ear translator for personal practice.Language learners, in the privacy of their own homes, can put in-ear translators through their pacesâ€"playing both sides of the conversation.They can say something in English or their native language and hear it translated in their target language. This is a cool way of memorizing how phrases and sentences sound in your target language. Its a neat vocabulary exercise as well as ear-training.(For further ear-training, you can find some speech online in your native language, and hear it translated one sentence at a time.)But more importantly, you can go the other way and speak in your target language, and check to see if the app hears you and translates you properly. This is really valuable practice, probably the most productive personal practice you can have. Youre not just learning translations, youre actually speaking in a different tongue. Youre getting your lips, tongue and mouth moving explici tly to the intonations and nuances of the target language. Youre playing the part of a native speaker.You can even look for text in, say, Spanish, German, Italian, etc. and read it aloud. A few minutes of this every day will get your vocal instrument tuned up in no time.Make those earbuds your buddy in the field.Studying up on a new language is one thing when youre in the privacy of your own room, with your milk and cookies. Its a helluva different thing when youre in the field, interacting with strangers.In-ear translators can be a great help in decreasing initial language learning anxiety. They can be an early psychological or emotional support that lets you step up to the interaction knowing youve got a wingman. Youll know somebodys got your back and wont be at a loss for words.Over time, though, as you realize that talking to native speakers is not a life-or-death proposition, that making language mistakes is okay, and, as youre able to build genuine friendships with people who speak the language, youll become more confident in the process of learning the language. This is what in-ear translators really bring to the table for language learners who are in it for the long haul. They give you a kind of confidence to get through the sticking points.Interpretive Learning: 3 In-ear Translator Study BudsThe Dash ProiTranslate  and Munich-based  Bragi team up to bring you The Dash Proâ€"billed as the worlds first translating earphones. (Bragi produces the earphones, and iTranslate provides the translation software.)Using Dash is really easy. You just need to download both the iTranslate app and Bragi app. Open iTranslate and connect it to your earphones. Pick your target language, and youre good to go.Lets say you want to ask a complete stranger where the supermarket is. You simply ask your question in English, or whatever your native language is, and your phone will give out a translation in the appropriate language. Your Good Samaritan can hear the query through your phone and answer it in their own language. Their answer will then be piped to your earbuds (in English/your native language), and before you know it, youre jogging to the nearest supermarket.About 40 languages are supported by The Dash Proâ€"which, in addition to being an in-ear translator, is also a waterproof exercise/activities tracker and claims to have a 30-hour battery life. So, good news for all language learners who want to take The Dash Pro through its paces. Literally.PilotThe Pilot is an Indiegogo crowdfunding project by Waverly Labs.The Pilot is more suitable for sit-down conversations, like in a coffee shop. Its really not for those ask-and-dash-to-the-supermarket scenarios we just mentioned. Maybe youre in a relationship with someone whose first language is not English or your native language, and you want more opportunities to learn their language. Or you have a language buddy or a language exchange partner. In these cases, the Pilot would be perfect for you.For the set-up to work, two phones are required. Both phones need to download the Waverly Labs app. Each of you will have an earbud (left or right) and what comes out of each earbud will depend on the languages that you choose.The Pilot lets you have seamless, sit-down conversations in 15 languages.Pixel BudsThese are  from Google.By pressing and holding on Pixel Buds, you can ask them anythingâ€"from todays weather, to who won the Superbowl. Youll be untethered from your phone, and instead of tinkering around with it, you can talk to it like an assistant.Now, I know Pixel Buds got a bad rap from tech reviewersâ€"from the price, to the design, to the fact that they dont do noise cancellation, etc. But I include them here as a nod to Google Translate.Like I said before, the magic isnt really in the buds, its on the app, and Google Translate does what it does really well. Just considering the sheer number of languages it supports (over 100), the app is really a buddy for todays language learners. There are written translations, voice translations. You can even take a picture of a word and the app will translate it for you. You can do so many things with it. If you want to genuinely learn a language, then this app is a must for you. (Its free!)For sure, the translations provided by these three in-ear gadgets are not perfect. To close this post, let me just say that fluent, technologically facilitated conversations  still look to be some years away. But thats technology for people who dont want to learn the language.For genuine language learners, those who cant wait to actually speak in German, Spanish, Russian for themselvesâ€"the technology is here. You dont have to wait a few more years. Its already a reality. You can, at this very instant, employ available tools to help you learn the language of your dreams.So what are you waiting for? Get started!Good luck.

10 Things Girls Will Never Tell Guys

10 Things Girls Will Never Tell Guys Photo Via: http://www.quickmeme.com So here they are guys, take them in while you can: the 10 things girls will never tell you. 1. We’re Constantly Overthinking Things. Photo Via: https://ashleybrook.files.wordpress.com It’s no secret that girls have ulterior motives for almost everything that they do, but I’m sure it’ll surprise most guys that we actually overthink every little thing that you (and we) do. If we say something stupid on a date, we’ll relive that moment for weeks wondering why we’re so stupid and not blaming you for never calling us back. If you mistake our favorite candy for Sour Patch Kids when it really is Reese’s, we think you don’t care enough about us. Yes, it’s crazy. No, we don’t care. 2. We’re Professional Stalkers. Photo Via: http://ct.fra.bz If you mention another girl’s name one time in a casual conversation with us, you best believe we’re stalking her on all social media sites and asking around to see who knows her and what she’s like. I promise you that after just 30 minutes of crazy girl stalking, we’ll know more about this girl than you’ll ever even want to know. 3. We Think You’re Disgusting. Photo Via: http://cdn.smosh.com Guys, if you don’t know it by now, I’m sorry to be the one to break the news to you, but you absolutely repulse us. I mean seriously, that thing where you make the world’s most disgusting noise and spit: why? So it shouldn’t be all that surprising that we hate most things about you: your nasty, calloused feet, the way you only wash your hands when someone else is around, that sad attempt at a mustache that you refuse to shave off. It’s time to get it together guys, you’re killing us. 4. We Think You Should Pay. Photo Via: http://www.quickmeme.com Don’t get us wrong, we will pump fake every time the bill comes to the table. But if you ever let us pay, you’re in the wrong. You don’t need to understand it, just know that it’s true for all girls. And yea, yea, we want equal rights blah, blah, blah. But chivalry isn’t dead, so man up and pay for our Caesar salad. Feminists or not, we’re going to reap the benefits of being women while we can. 5. Getting Hit On Is Actually Flattering. Photo Via: http://makeameme.org I’m sure at one point or another you’ve heard a girl complain about that creep at the bar that just wouldn’t leave her alone. She may sound annoyed, but underneath that is this major ego boost that she secretly can’t get enough of. We might roll our eyes when a guy shouts a catcall at us, or anytime we hear a whistle in our vicinity, but we’re loving every second of it. 6. We Spend A Lot Of Time (And Money) On Looks. Photo Via: https://thebeccamae.files.wordpress.com I’m telling you now, you can’t even fathom how much we’re willing to spend to look good. Just to give you a rough idea: Hair: $100 Nails: $50 Makeup: $40 Tanning: $30 Waxing: $10 Gym Membership: $10 Clothes: Infinity Of course, these numbers fluctuate depending on the girl, but the outcome is about the same: most of our money goes into looking good. Do we like spending this much money? Absolutely not. Do we do it anyway? We don’t even think twice. 7. We Are ALWAYS Jealous. Photo Via: http://www.dumpaday.com Don’t even ask. If you aren’t sure whether or not something is making us jealous, the answer is that it definitely is. We might act like we’re fine with you being best friends with a girl we think is prettier than us, but we aren’t. At all. So realize this sooner than later, because I promise it’s turning into a fight somewhere down the road, and it’s one that you aren’t going to win. 8. We Want To Fight With You. Photo Via: http://www.quickmeme.com Speaking of fighting, here’s another little secret just for you: we love it. Not all the time, because that’s just miserable, but every once in a while we look forward to a good, heated argument. Some days we’ll just wake up, turn over and look at you still asleep, and it’s go time. We won’t tell you why we’re mad (probably because we don’t know ourselves), but we are, and we’re about to pull out all the stops. You went to a party without us three months ago? Get ready to rehash that argument, because you can bet all you own that we’re going to bring it back up. And I’m sorry, but there isn’t anything you can do to stop it. 9. You’re Right. Photo Via: http://cdn.meme.am The two words you’ll never hear us utter, even if they’re true. Just accept it now, and any married man will tell you the same: you are never right, even if you are. Just know that we know it somewhere deep down, and be happy with that, because that’s all you’re going to get. 10. We Actually Do Fart. Photo Via: http://www.quickmeme.com Hah, as if we’d ever admit to it even if we did. I had you going there for a minute though, didn’t I? So there you have it, the best kept secrets of the female mind. Hopefully this gives you a little understanding, although I’m sure you’re just more confused. But hey, that’s exactly how we want it. It’s crazy, sure, but we wouldn’t have it any other way.