A Better Chance - Learning Is The Best Way To Help Your Child Succeed

A Better Chance - Learning Is The Best Way To Help Your Child SucceedWhen a child is about to start school they often have an increasing pressure to get good grades in order to receive good marks and more support from parents and teachers. However, there are also other positive ways of helping out children in their early years of schooling such as tutoring and other learning support for students who are struggling to meet the expectations of their classes.While these are considered to be some of the most positive benefits of tutoring, not everyone will benefit from having a tutor. The most obvious advantage of having a tutor is that it is usually a close friend who can give a little extra help and support to a student who may need it. Another advantage is that when you do tutoring it means that you will have a very close relationship with your pupil.Of course, there are many different kinds of children with many different personalities. Some children may have trouble with certain asp ects of a course and need a little bit of extra assistance when they are trying to learn. In the same way that the family home environment can also influence a child's learning style and ability, the individual character of the child can also influence a tutor.As with everything in life, not all of us are the same and some people have a much better personality than others. Your own personality and your tutoring skills may be very influential on the way that a pupil learns. The best tutor for each child will know what their pupil likes and dislikes and will therefore tailor their tutoring to suit the learning style of the pupil.In addition to being able to identify your pupil's needs, another benefit of having a good tutor is that they will be able to advise you about any other aspects of your child's life which could affect his or her learning. For example, if your child does not feel comfortable in a class where there is too much pressure to achieve good grades, then the tutor will be able to tell you that. Having the best tutor for each pupil is something that you will only discover through experience.Tutoring can be very beneficial to many young children. It can help to improve their confidence and give them the motivation to continue with their education, regardless of how much support their parents and teachers are giving them.If you are looking for the best possible benefits of tutoring for your children, you may wish to consider using a tutor to help your child reach their full potential in their first year of schooling. Your child's progress can depend on how well you support your child to meet the demands of the first few years of school.

Deciding how long to teach English abroad

Deciding how long to teach English abroad Congrats on making the decision to teach English abroad! The time you spend living in another country and immersed in a whole new culture will be an eye-opening and life-changing experience. Right now, you might be feeling just a liiittle (OK, maybe a lot ) overwhelmed with all the decisions you’ll have to make before you can finally make the move abroad. Where should I teach abroad? What TEFL course should I get? Slow down for just a second! One of the most important questions you need to figure out first is, “How long do I want to teach abroad for?” While there are a variety of teaching programs and hiring schools with different contract lengths (yes, you can totally find a one-month-long TEFL job if that’s what you’re after!) English teaching positions overseas typically fall into two distinct categories: summer or short-term teaching contracts, usually ranging from 2 - 6 months and year-long (or longer) English teaching opportunities. When making your final decision, there are a few factors you’ll need to consider - major requirements, your personal finances and personal goals and how much time you’re thinking of being away from home, to name only a few. That’s actually one of the best things about teaching English abroad, though - the versatility it offers when it comes to types of employers, students, regions to work in, as well as the flexibility in terms of teaching contracts durations Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. Read this: Contracts 101: 9 key things that should be in your teach abroad contract How long can I teach English abroad? How long is a piece of string? You can teach abroad as long as you want to, for the most part (just beware of any age or visa restrictions that might scupper your plans). You can keep moving from country to country, or settle in one place for the forseeable future. As long as there's work (and with literally hundreds of thousands of ESL jobs opening up each year, there’s little fear of work drying up anytime soon) and you're willing to teach anyone, from kids to adults, you'll have a job waiting for you. a) One-year teaching contracts abroad If you’re thinking of making teaching abroad a long-term move, then a year-long contract might be your jam. And luckily for you, this is by far the most common contract length you’ll find when you’re on the lookout for teaching jobs abroad. b) Short-term teaching contracts abroad If you’re in more of a dipping-your-toes-in-the-teach-abroad-waters frame of mind, then seeking out a shorter ESL teaching contract might be the best way forward. Short-term teaching jobs abroad are especially handy for aspiring globetrotters or for people who get bored of a working situation quickly. You can always finish up your short teaching contract and teach English online on the side while you’re contemplating your next move. Just remember that hiring schools don’t usually want to keep churning through teachers and prefer to recruit people who want to stay for the full year, rather than those of us who have one foot out the door a couple of months in . And they’re willing to stump up for extra perks, like end-of-contract bonuses, to keep you around for the full year. How long are TEFL contracts abroad? Rather than skim reading a whole blog post for the pertinent info you landed here from Google to find , we’ve laid out what you need to know in the table below: EUROPE ASIA MIDDLE EAST CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICA Language school teaching contracts: 10 months - 1 year (September - June) Note: 2-month summer camp contracts available Government teaching program contracts (e.g. TAPIF in France and Cultural Ambassadors Program in Spain): 7 - 9 months International schools contracts 1 year, with the option to renew Language school teaching contracts: 1 year, with the option to renew Note: 2-month summer camp contracts available Government teaching program contracts (e.g. the JET Program in Japan and EPIK in South Korea): 1 year, with the option to renew International school contracts: 1 year, with the option to renew Government teaching program (e.g. ADEK): 2 - 3 years, with the option to renew International schools: 1 - 2 years, with the option to renew (you may incur financial penalties for breaking your contract) Language school teaching contracts: 10 months - 1 year (September - June) International school contracts: 1 year, with the option to renew Note: Contracts in Asia and the Middle East often include return flights, housing either rented for you or heavily subsidized and some form of local health insurance. These kinds of perks are less common in Europe and Latin America. In the Middle East, these packages are usually reserved for experienced, certified teachers. College grads with a TEFL are in high demand for English teaching jobs in Asia, though., making it a great spot for teacher newbies who still want to make bank. Now, get out there and teach abroad! ?? ??

Top Tips for Parents when Traveling with Kids - ALOHA Mind Math

Top Tips for Parents when Traveling with Kids Have you been on a vacation with young kids recently? Then you know that if not planned for well, a vacation can be a stressful experience for a parent, and there are lots of small things that go into making it a pleasant one. Here are some tips that help smooth the way and give you those great memories when you travel with children: To handle those spills: One can never be too prepared! Whether a car-sickness incident or just a food-spill, always be ready with tissue paper or rags of cloth to clean it all up. Barf bags are another useful packing item that can be very helpful in long drives. Don’t forget to pack games for your children: You know best how short your toddler’s attention span can be. So be prepared to wait out those long times between flights, or even in your hotel room by packing your kid’s favorite toys and books. You can bring out one or two at a time to make it last for your entire holiday. Healthy snacking: Pack some healthy snacks for your kids, along with some juice packets so that you are prepared to fill in those gaps between meals with some wholesome nutrition. It is tough to eliminate junk food completely while on the go, but try to keep it to a minimum. Remember that stroller: Until your kids are more than 4 years old, do not expect them to walk any longer than 5 minutes. Take a stroller along for vacations where you expect a lot of walking. Even if traveling by air, these can be checked in as a separate piece of luggage without any problem. Be prepared with extra clothes: It’s a good idea to keep additional clothing to cover for all the spills and incidents that children invariably get into. Needing to buy clothes because of not packing enough can make an unnecessary dent on your holiday budget. Child safety: In crowded areas like the airport, or even just a tourist spot, it is very easy to lose sight of where the kids may have run off. To avoid any panic, teach them early on to hold on to your hands or even the tip of your dress in crowded places. Once you’re back safely from that awesome holiday, and looking around for extra-curricular activities for your child, do check out our great Math and English classes at ALOHA USA. For more details, drop in at our website: http://www.aloha-usa.com

Child Genius of the Year 2014

Child Genius of the Year 2014 Is your child a marvel at maths or a whizz with words? Web-coding whizzkid or strategic game supremo? Novelist, blogger or persuasive public speaker? Business brain or ingenious inventor? If you know a 5-12* year old who would relish meeting like-minded bright young children...and if he or she would enjoy competing for the much coveted title of Child Genius, then we would love to hear from you! Celebrating the extraordinary lives of gifted children and their families - the hit documentary series is back! Production company Wall to Wall is once again searching for the country's brightest young minds to take part (with their families) in a documentary series to be shown on Channel 4. The series will follow a group of children as they compete to be crowned Child Genius of the Year 2014. The competition rounds will be devised in association with high IQ society British MENSA and other leading children's education experts, along with documentary filming that explores the joys and challenges of parenting a gifted child, approaches to education and what it means to be a high-achieving child in Britain today. Apply online and unlock the 10 mind-boggling Brainbusters for your child to try: www.childgenius2014.co.uk *Please note applicants must be born between 01/09/01 and 31/08/08 Best of luck!

Making the Grade

Making the Grade Making the Grade Tips on Interpreting Report Cards The school year is now in full swing, and the balance of soccer practice, homework, and piano lessons is becoming routine for both you and your children. As report cards begin to roll out, it is a great time to see if your children are on track for the school year and making progress across multiple subjects. The way that parents respond to grades, whether good or bad, can affect their children’s self-esteem.  While some kids are eager to run home to show-off their excellent grades, others, who may be struggling, hope their parents don’t look at the crumbled-up report card buried in their backpack. It’s time to take the fear out of the report card discussion and make it more productive for you and your children. Here are some helpful tips: Pay attention to teacher comments as they can be more revealing than the actual grade. If any comments seem unclear, follow-up with the teacher and ask for more feedback. A grade doesn’t always reflect a child’s true potential. Keep an open line of communication with your children’s teachers. One of the most important aspects of any parent-teacher-child relationship is the establishment of regular communication. This will strengthen the relationship in developing healthy homework habits, which will in turn help your children have a successful school year. Don’t wait for the report card to signal a call to action. Become familiar with the grading system in your district. Schools will typically use a different grading system for K-2 than they use for 3-5. Some schools will use a letter grade scale, while others use a numerical score to rank progress. Understanding how to decode these grades will help you better understand your children’s progress. Review graded tests or papers together with your children. First, start with the positive and show them what they got right or did well on. Next, review the mistakes and see if there’s something that they keep struggling with. You will be able to see if they are having trouble with the whole subject, certain types of questions (i.e. multiple choice vs. open-ended), or a specific concept like fractions or multiplication. Knowing any struggles or obstacles will allow you to help them study more efficiently. Promote good study and homework habits. Schedule a daily homework time and make it part of your family’s routine. This also helps children see that homework is a priority. Focus on the positive. As you pick up your child’s report card and see a bad grade glaring back at you, resist the impulse to focus on the negative. First, find an area where your child is doing well, and acknowledge their hard work. Next, begin a healthy discussion with your child on the subject they are struggling with. By approaching the bad grade in a safe manner, your child will likely open up and discuss what they are finding difficult. You might also be interested in: Get Report Card Ready with these Four Easy Tips Studying Three Years Above Her Grade Level, This Student Helps Her Peers 7 Important Study Habits for School Neuro-what? Why Neuroplasticity Is the Key to Making Your Smart Kid Even Smarter. Making the Grade Making the Grade Tips on Interpreting Report Cards The school year is now in full swing, and the balance of soccer practice, homework, and piano lessons is becoming routine for both you and your children. As report cards begin to roll out, it is a great time to see if your children are on track for the school year and making progress across multiple subjects. The way that parents respond to grades, whether good or bad, can affect their children’s self-esteem.  While some kids are eager to run home to show-off their excellent grades, others, who may be struggling, hope their parents don’t look at the crumbled-up report card buried in their backpack. It’s time to take the fear out of the report card discussion and make it more productive for you and your children. Here are some helpful tips: Pay attention to teacher comments as they can be more revealing than the actual grade. If any comments seem unclear, follow-up with the teacher and ask for more feedback. A grade doesn’t always reflect a child’s true potential. Keep an open line of communication with your children’s teachers. One of the most important aspects of any parent-teacher-child relationship is the establishment of regular communication. This will strengthen the relationship in developing healthy homework habits, which will in turn help your children have a successful school year. Don’t wait for the report card to signal a call to action. Become familiar with the grading system in your district. Schools will typically use a different grading system for K-2 than they use for 3-5. Some schools will use a letter grade scale, while others use a numerical score to rank progress. Understanding how to decode these grades will help you better understand your children’s progress. Review graded tests or papers together with your children. First, start with the positive and show them what they got right or did well on. Next, review the mistakes and see if there’s something that they keep struggling with. You will be able to see if they are having trouble with the whole subject, certain types of questions (i.e. multiple choice vs. open-ended), or a specific concept like fractions or multiplication. Knowing any struggles or obstacles will allow you to help them study more efficiently. Promote good study and homework habits. Schedule a daily homework time and make it part of your family’s routine. This also helps children see that homework is a priority. Focus on the positive. As you pick up your child’s report card and see a bad grade glaring back at you, resist the impulse to focus on the negative. First, find an area where your child is doing well, and acknowledge their hard work. Next, begin a healthy discussion with your child on the subject they are struggling with. By approaching the bad grade in a safe manner, your child will likely open up and discuss what they are finding difficult. You might also be interested in: Get Report Card Ready with these Four Easy Tips Studying Three Years Above Her Grade Level, This Student Helps Her Peers 7 Important Study Habits for School Neuro-what? Why Neuroplasticity Is the Key to Making Your Smart Kid Even Smarter.

Chemistry in the Laboratory

Chemistry in the LaboratoryThere are several methods of Chemistry in the Laboratory. These are mainly done to determine the properties of a material and to study the nature of the reactions and other chemical processes that take place when something is made.There are many ways to work with chemicals in the laboratory. This is why it is usually very difficult to acquire knowledge in Chemistry. Many students do not like to learn from an experienced teacher, so they opt for having a home laboratory. These laboratories are sometimes very messy and difficult to clean.There are many courses available for students interested in obtaining their training through the traditional way or through some training programs which make them appear more suitable for this career. The best thing about these training programs is that they teach students many subjects in which they will learn various aspects of chemistry at a higher level.Students who are interested in a career in the field of Chemistry can choose to become a lecturer, make medicines or even make glass. There are many laboratories that conduct experiments on behalf of companies. They have a great understanding of all the aspects of chemistry, so that they can help other companies in the use of their products. Companies often do research for these companies, which make them quite successful.It is also possible to make a living from a career in the fields of Chemistry and Technology. One of the best jobs for this type of student is in the pharmaceutical industry. Some companies find the applications of Chemistry very useful to the progress of the development of their products.Many people in the high schools are enrolled in Chemistry classes. There are many courses which are available for students with this qualification. However, there are two schools in Bangalore that conduct this type of course. The first school is called Science, Arts and Mathematics (SAMMA).This school focuses on more subjects like biology, chemistr y, physics and many others. The second school is called Appreciating Chemistry in which students take a more general approach to Chemistry. This course is open to students who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of Chemistry.

How to Have Fun Learning English?

How to Have Fun Learning English?You can find out information on how to have fun learning English by looking at the advice of those who have been through the whole process before. There are many online websites that teach English, and a few who specialize in teaching how to have fun with English.There are those who have made a career out of English tutoring. The usual way of finding a good English tutor is to take some time out to read reviews, and then choose from the ones that interest you. These are also the sites where you will find the feedback from the people who have already learnt English, and have been through the same process as you.There are some advantages to hiring an English tutor, and those include the fact that they are usually more experienced than you are. It could also help you to get some feedback from people who have studied the language and understand your situation, as they might have a better idea of what the best way to approach the lessons is. It is not surp rising that if you have a better idea of the lessons that you are going to have, the tutor would be more motivated and be able to give you more and better quality lessons.Even if you are one of those who do not believe in having fun learning English, there are some benefits that come with it. For one thing, it can help you gain more confidence in your own skills and learn to become better at a language. There are also ways that you can make it a little more interesting, such as discussing the details of your job, or even just writing about something that you did.You can also find out from people who have made a living out of English, how they managed to enjoy their studies and their jobs. As they will be able to relate back to what you are going through right now, you will be able to see if the learning process can be something that you want to pursue in the future. You may find it interesting that they taught themselves all the things that they knew, and then went on to teach other s.This is especially true when it comes to teaching you how to have fun learning English. They were able to go from knowing nothing to knowing everything in one go, and never felt like they were behind the other students in their studies.So if you are interested in the whole concept of how to have fun learning English, you should see what an English tutor is capable of doing for you. You can also join a few of these online forums, so that you can find out how to have fun learning English, as well as what you are going to learn. If you take the time to read everything that is written there, you will be surprised at the information that you will find.