Reasons Why Music Composer Tutoring Can Be A Good Idea

Reasons Why Music Composer Tutoring Can Be A Good IdeaMusic composer tutoring is an excellent way to get valuable feedback from experienced individuals who know a lot about music composition and have the capacity to guide you in the direction of achieving your musical goals. A tutor who specializes in teaching music composition to beginners has more experience than a person who offers audio and written materials and tutorials. And with the assistance of such a tutor, you are guaranteed to master a subject that, in many cases, may even be a difficult one.The great news is that there are several ways to get started with this type of tutoring. Music tutors are always available on the internet, and you can contact them through email or through personal visits. You can also book an appointment with a tutor for a specific time and location, and find out more about the course being offered. Most courses are provided online, so it is just a matter of filling out the appropriate forms and sub mitting them to the tutors.An additional benefit of learning to compose music is that one can use their abilities to teach other people how to write and perform musical pieces. Composing music can be a form of teaching and learning. When the concepts of music are applied to other aspects of life, the results can be amazing. Music tutor tutoring is excellent for self-motivation, and if one is not satisfied with the results they receive, they can always seek help from someone else.Aside from using the internet, there are also several other ways to take advantage of this great way to learn about music. The first is to attend workshops that are held in communities across the world. In these workshops, music teachers will offer their expertise, and the music that is played will serve as an introduction to the subject. You will learn what type of music is playing in the background and how to understand it from there.Tutoring by visiting museums will also be another way to learn more about music. Even though you might be afraid of the unknown, a visit to the museum will help you get acquainted with the different kinds of compositions that are performed on the instrument. These collections can also give you a better idea of the history of music, and you can get an appreciation for its past while learning to compose the music you desire.A fun way to learn about music is to play your favorite songs in front of people who have never heard them before. This can be an exciting way to learn about the history of music, as well as the different genres and sounds that have influenced the way people have created musical pieces today.People always want to find ways to make their lives easier, and music composers are a great resource for helping them with this goal. As a music lover, you need to find a way to continue being an active participant in the great music scene of today, and music tutor tutoring can be a great place to start.

5 Educational New Years Resolutions - by TutorNerds

5 Educational New Year’s Resolutions - by TutorNerds 5 Educational New Year’s Resolutions The New Year is just around the corner and it’s a popular tradition to make a resolution or two. This is an especially good idea for students in high school. Almost all of us have a few bad habits here or there and January 1st is a good reminder to make a change. Resolution #1 â€" Get organized! Organization is the key to staying sane as a full-time student. Spending a few minutes each week to keep things organized and up to date can be a huge blessing later on. â€" Keep your electronic planner up to date â€" Clean and organize your study area â€" Make a list of all your assignments along with the due date and keep them in a conspicuous place (READ: How to Balance Sports and Academics) Resolution #2 Get some help! If you have been struggling with math for the last few years, now is the time to call an Orange County academic tutor and get some help. You may wish that you did this two or three years ago but theres no time like the present to make that one tough subject a little bit easier (READ: 10 Study Tips From an Irvine History Tutor). Resolution #3 Get ready for the future! If you are a freshman or sophomore in high school, 2015 would be a great time to start thinking about college prep. Many juniors and seniors find themselves so stressed out with the multiple academic obligations that occur as an upperclassman. Make it a point to avoid this stress by planning for your future. â€" Take a PSAT practice exam (with the help from one our Southern California PSAT tutors) â€" Start researching potential colleges and universities â€" Think about what you might like to major in once you start college â€" Arrange to take SAT or ACT prep classes this summer â€" Take a class in essay writing over the summer so that youre prepared well in advance Resolution #4 Be a part of your community! Many students become overwhelmed with the amount of volunteer hours that they must complete in order to both graduate high school and successfully enter college. January 1st is a great time to sign up for a volunteer or community service program and get some of those hours out of the way. Take some time to think about something that you enjoy so that the time goes by faster. Choose an amount of hours, for example 40, and pick a date for completion, for example July 1st, 2015. Make it a resolution to finish all of these hours by the completion date, and make the next academic year easier than this one (READ: Getting Your Community Service Credits). Resolution #5 Look for a life balance! Many students spend between 8 and 12 hours a day focusing on school and other college prep activities. Although it’s very important to spend the appropriate amount of time on these worthy tasks, it is also important to just enjoy being a teenager. Some students are already overwhelmed at this point in the school year; their best resolution would be to give themselves a school/life balance. Arrange to do something each week with a friend, Such as going to see a funny movie or spending some time at the beach or at your favorite coffee shop. Enjoy an hour talking about something other than school and just let yourself unwind for a little bit each week. Many stressed out students find that yoga or meditation can help them get through the difficulties of the college preparation process. Put an alarm on your phone to remind you to sit down for 10 to 15 minutes each day and meditate or simply relax. Whether you need to get serious about school or learn to relax a little bit, make at least one New Years resolution that will benefit your education and yourself in some way. Heres to an excellent 2015. Happy New Year! All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by TutorNerds. 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 post about.

Become a Productive and Effective Tutor One-on-One

Become a Productive and Effective Tutor One-on-One How do you know if you are taking the right steps to becoming a productive and effective tutor? Your skills may be honed to the level of Ph.D, MA, or BA certification but just because you have the knowledge doesn’t always mean that you can communicate it to someone. Many of the smartest people aren’t necessarily the most effective tutors or teachers. There are many other skills that must be addressed outside of your professional field of study. Some of these include social and communication skills which are extremely important when maintaining effective tutoring practices. These skills are not easily acquired and can make or break progress in tutoring sessions. Tutoring or teaching must be a passion to really achieve effective practice and execution. Each individual has different needs and this is why tutoring curricula must be molded to fit that unique individual. To hone your tutoring skills please review the short list below to see if you are full-filling the suggested requirements for good tutoring practices. Tutoring Guidelines Establish goals with the student and parent, and discuss the reality of their expectations. Make sure you both agree on the goals, put them in writing, and intend to satisfy them by the end of your service. Keep in mind that learning is most often an unpredictable process; don’t guarantee any goals will be accomplished but intend to achieve goals outlined in your initial agreement. Make sure you maximize your time with the student. Arrive on time and ready to make progress in the students learning abilities immediately. Prepare your curriculum and yourself prior to the tutoring sessions. Make sure that you have structure in your lessons and can answer most of the questions a student might have about the material presented. Preparing solutions to problems in advance for subjects like math will most often be a more efficient and effective use of your time and the student’s. Having an appropriate attitude and personality complements your ability to be an effective tutor. An engaging attitude and enthusiastic responses to progress may be just what the student needs to establish a confidence and motivation for learning. Bring yourself to your students level. Maintaining a mutual respect between tutor and student can help establish understanding, patience, and honesty or transparency in the tutor/student relationship. Make sure that the goal is independent learning and you aren’t doing all the work for your student. These guidelines do not encompass all the necessary steps to being a great tutor and if you follow these steps they do not guarantee performance. These steps are only intended to set the tutor on the right path towards effective tutoring practices. Tutoring is a noble service to the community and tutors should have pride in their profession. Whether you tutor math, English, science, or PHP, all your efforts are well respected and we hope these guidelines will help you become an effective and productive tutor. References The University of Queensland Australia MidAmerica Nazarene University Boise State University

The best time of year to look for a teaching job abroad revealed

The best time of year to look for a teaching job abroad revealed So you’ve decided to teach English abroad but you’re not exactly sure when is the best time to start applying. There’s nothing worse than searching for a teaching job when schools aren’t really looking. If you’re putting time and energy into an application - you want to know there’s at least a potential job at the other end of it. You’re probably asking yourself when the peak hiring seasons for different regions are? And the answer isn’t all that straightforward, because most regions will have schools that hire all year long. That’s not to say there aren’t peak hiring seasons when the bulk of teachers are hired. Most schools will hire new teachers at the end of the semester for the in-coming semester, or close to the start of a new semester. A lot of times schools won’t even know how many teachers they’re going to need until they find out which of their current teachers are renewing contracts. So it’s a wise move to apply between semesters when you can. Keep in mind that in countries where there are a lot of private ESL schools - there is a constant demand for English teachers, and if you’re looking to work in a private school in somewhere like China or Thailand, hiring seasons aren’t going to be problematic. If you are planning to teach abroad, here’s a handy guide to help you navigate the best times to land a job in each region. 1. Europe Peak hiring seasons at a glance: September/October and January. A slightly longer look: Hires will usually take place in the primary hiring season of September/October when school starts back after summer break (with job postings going live in the summer months). There is a secondary hiring period in January before the spring term. It’s worth keeping your eyes peeled in the months leading up to those hiring times because most application processes will take a little time. A deeper dive: Most ESL jobs in Europe are in private language schools that typically hire teachers to start in September, with countries like Spain stretching this out to October. Here is a breakdown of some of the typical hiring seasons for ESL teachers: Major European cities like Madrid, Paris, Prague, Berlin, and Rome (to name but a teeny tiny few!) If you want to teach English in a private language school and live in a major European city, then you’re in luck! Due to cities being a major hub of people (many of whom want to improve their English!) there are usually more than enough English teaching jobs to go around. English speakers often find teaching is an easy way to travel Europe and make a little extra spending money along the way. There are plenty of part-time and temporary ESL positions available throughout the year. In major cities, there won’t be as much of a peak season as the demand is constant. It might be worth checking out jobs boards in advance to get a feel for the schools… but often European schools have no shortage of interested teachers and will prefer to meet you in person before making a hiring decision. It’s best to be there in person with a resume (and TEFL) ready to go! Turkey Russia These are two of the countries in Europe with the highest demand for English teachers and they tend to higher all year round. Peak hiring tends to be in July/August with a September start date in mind. Summer camp volunteer opportunities all around Europe Most of these positions are hired in-country and it’s a great way to experience new cultures while traveling Europe. The positions tend to be about a month or a month and a half long - and are often open to those without a degree or much experience. As the emphasis is on young energetic teachers to get the kids enthusiastic about learning English. But it doesn’t end there… You’ve probably noticed that a lot of this is based on private schools demand for ESL jobs. But there are other opportunities in Europe, there are a number of assistantship programs, scholarships and even summer programs that have much stricter hiring season criteria. Let’s take a look at some deadlines for specific teaching programs in Europe: Germany Fulbright English teaching assistantships open applications as early as April with an October deadline. Teachers will be placed in schools the following school year. Spain Language and Cultural assistants program in Spain usually hires teachers to be in the classroom for late August/early September. The application process takes place between January and April of the same year. France If you want to teach English with the TAPIF program you’ll need to get your application in for mid-January with positions starting October of that same year. Austria Secondary schools offer a U teaching assistantship with a start date of October 1st for new teachers. The application process begins long before with teachers submitting resumes between November 15th and January 15th of the year before. Czech Republic The teachers of English program hires teachers year round, but they like the bulk of their teachers to be there for a full academic year, so it’s wise to apply for positions in the summer months. Italy The SITE program typically starts the application process in March/April for positions starting the following September. This list is by no means exhaustive, but we hope it gives you an idea of the different hiring seasons for ESL jobs in Europe. If you’re curious about teaching in Europe? Check out these 7 European teaching programs hiring right now! Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. 2.Middle East Peak hiring season at a glance: Year-round A slightly longer look: Year-roundPositions tend to be open on an annual basis. Although it’s worth noting that there’s a definite surge in open teaching jobs during the spring and summer months. A deeper dive: Most ESL jobs will be in private schools in the Middle East and due to the amazing benefits competition is often fierce. We recommend getting your application in early and making sure you’ve all the teaching credentials you need (hello! TEFL). You’ll need to monitor job boards and also take a long hard look at your own resume to make sure you qualify. A quick list of places you can teach in the Middle East that hire all year: Dubai Abu Dhabi Kuwait Qatar Saudi Arabia Bahrain Quick note: In less affluent Middle Eastern countries, it may be wise to go to the country at any time of year. Teachers are often hired on the ground and they may not have the same resources that wealthier teachers have for reaching out to teachers in other countries. It’s important to remember that although there are different hiring seasons for different countries, the huge demand for English teachers in the Middle East means that it shouldn’t be hard to land a job at any time for those with the right qualifications. If you’re curious about what it’s like to teach in the Middle East, check out Teach Away’s guide to teaching abroad in the Middle East. 3.Asia Peak hiring season at a glance: Year-round A slightly longer look: There’s such a huge demand for teach abroad jobs in Asia that there is always need for English teachers. Most jobs can be snapped up while in your home country, but a quick look at teach abroad jobs board and you’ll see tons of English teaching jobs in Asia at any time of year. A deeper dive: When it comes to getting hired in Asia you can find a job any time of the year, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some exceptions. There are public schools that have pretty strict hiring periods in place, like Japan and Korea. Let’s take a look at a couple of these exceptions… The Jet Program in Japan The Jet program likes to open its hiring window twice a year. The first window is between April and June, and the second is from October to January. It’s a pretty lengthy hiring process and can take up to 6 months - so be prepared to wait. Public school programs in Korea (like EPIK, JLP, and GEPIK) Similar to Japanese public schools, Korean public schools have two main hiring seasons. The application process will take about 3 months and they usually have an influx of new teachers for the Fall Semester in August, and for the Spring semester in March. China China is definitely in a year-round hiring situation - Teach Away’s very own Explore program is one notable example! The demand is massive! It’s wise to apply in advance as there are quite a few documents involved in the process, and for summer positions they tend to recruit teachers 2 - 3 months in advance. Thailand Southeast Asia Many of these countries start their semesters in May and November and tend to recruit the bulk of their teachers in the months preceding those start dates. 4. Central and South America Peak hiring season at a glance: Late February, March, April, July and August in South America. January, June and December in Central America A slightly longer look: Late February, March, April, July and August in South America. January, June and December in Central America A slightly deeper dive: South America If you want to make sure there’s high demand when you go then countries like Chile, Colombia and Argentina tend to hire English teachers in late February through April, just after their summer vacation. Sometimes they will have a secondary hiring season in July and August. Central America Guatemala and Costa Rica tend to hire most of their teachers between December and January with school starting back after Christmas. They have a secondary hiring season in June. In Mexican cities, there are private schools that will hire all year round. The situation is similar in Nicaragua. If you’re interested in teaching in Central or South America, check out our beginner’s guide.

Student Loan Forgiveness Defined

Student Loan Forgiveness Defined http://www.outstandingcolleges.com From jargon such as subsidized to unsubsidized, there is a ton to be informed on. Read below to find out the ins and outs of student loan forgiveness. What is it? The Federal Direct Loan Program, most recently nicknamed “Obama Student Loan Forgiveness,” assists students with financial circumstances. Back in 2010, President Obama made some changes to the process, not affecting private borrowers. Instead of waiting a hefty 25 years to receive student loan forgiveness, it is now a solid 20. Plus, the federal government will not give subsidies to private lending institutions for federally backed loans. The term subsidized means that the federal government will pay all interest while the student is currently enrolled in school. Unsubsidized, however, demands that the borrower pay the full amount of interest. This is the one you do not want and that we attempt to stay away from. There are also now more opportunities for students who are considered poor or minorities. And if you became a borrower starting in 2014, you are now able and qualified to make payments off of 10 percent of your income. Though these changes are not the best that they could potentially be, they are definitely improvements. Do we have options? The direct loan program offers various repayment plans for the borrower. They are able to consolidate their federal student loans into one new loan. They then are able to select a specific repayment plan. The Standard Repayment is where the borrower pays a fixed amount each month for the entire life of the loan. This relies on the amount borrowed, your interest rate, and the overall term of the loan. The Graduated Repayment is popular amongst students and details that the borrower would pay amounts lower than the Standard Repayment plan, but that it gradually increases every two years. The Income Contingent plan allows the borrower to make payments based off of their annual income, family size, loan balance, and interest rate. These borrowers are even able to make payments as low as $0 a month. The Income Based plan bases the borrower’s payment on both their family size and total income. The loan and interest rates balance are not used in calculating the set monthly payments here. Fifteen percent of the borrower’s discretionary income is required to be paid to the federal student loans. The Pay As You Earn plan tends to be the lowest monthly payment, but is based on the borrower’s income as well. As opposed to the 15 percent used in the Income Based plan, there is only 10 percent of the discretionary income used as a payment. Discretionary income, by the way, is where the amount of an individual’s income that is remaining for spending, investing or saving after taxes and personal necessities is paid in full. How does it work? Depending on which plan you decide to select for your federal direct loan, there are certain rules to abide by. Usually and most commonly, the loans term would consist of 20-25 years, depending on when the loans were originally borrowed. If you choose the Income Contingent, Income Based, or the Pay As You Earn repayment plans, then your loan balance would be forgiven at the end of the term if you still have a remaining balance. This would be ideal because then the total interest is minimal by the end of the loans term. The amount you are forgiven for completely depends on your original loan amount, the amount you are earning, and how much the earnings fluctuate during the life of your repayment plan. Your goal is to really try to stick with subsidized loans, and then pay them off as quickly and timely as possible. There are thousands of students struggling with student debt every year. Though they are a blessing and allow many the ability to achieve their college degrees, loans can weigh students down in a major way. Interest rates seem to be raising every year, as well as terms that mean nothing to us simply because we are unable to understand their meanings. The ultimate intention is to understand what it means to have loans, specific loans at that, and further, the exact loan amounts including said interest. The key is to try to understand what student loan forgiveness is, what options we are offered, and how it works at the end of it all. I believe in you.

High School Chemistry For Your Class

High School Chemistry For Your ClassHigh school chemistry is one of the most important classes in any student's life. The reason for this is because it will let students understand and learn about chemistry, how to do it and most importantly a way to do it correctly. We will begin by understanding the importance of high school chemistry.There are several schools that offer a program on High School Chemistry. You can even take your Science course online through the use of an online course or online high school chemistry course. There are many other resources that you can access through a High School Chemistry program. These resources can include books, laboratory supplies, lab experiments, quizzes, calculators, lab goggles, digital scales, acid solution, test tubes, hydrogen peroxide, acids, and more. You can also find free resources online or in your local library that can help you with your class and most likely help you have a more complete understanding of High School Chemistry.Fo r the best results with your high school chemistry you need to find a source that you like and that is going to help you learn the material effectively. There are so many ways to study with your study time so it's really important that you find a program that you are going to enjoy and can learn well in. This way you will get a better grade, when you actually get to the lab.Some people that find High School Chemistry very boring but it's not always necessary. It is possible to find interesting and entertaining ways to study. Online programs and interactive games are good ways to learn about Chemistry.Another fun way to learn about this material is to ask a friend or family member to give you a little extra guidance. You can join a science club that is related to your school. The important thing to keep in mind is that you need to be doing what you love to do to be able to study the way you want to. There are many places that you can take your lab with all the required equipment you will need like a lab bench, paper, glassware, chemical container, plastic squeeze bottles, a container for your samples, light bulbs, light, blinds, and more. You will also need to take notes and formulas onto your personal computer. The good thing about having your own lab table is that you can spend as much time you want to in the lab.You can also make a chart of your work and put it up in your classroom lab to let the teachers and students know how much work you did during the lab. This will help them to assign the best grades and help them to give you the credit you deserve for your lab work.

How to Study For Your Chemistry GRE Test Dates?

How to Study For Your Chemistry GRE Test Dates?A good chemistry practice test will prepare you for the real thing. Most students are taught to memorize the sequence of steps necessary for Chemistry CE's. Some believe they can memorize this system in the class, but unfortunately that is not possible. The system is there to teach you to perform the procedures step by step.And when it comes to learning to perform Chemicals skills, it is absolutely vital that you know what to do with a student's time. This is because a Student must test his/her abilities while waiting for a calculator, a clock or a book or, for some students, a combination of items.Students need the time to complete all the steps and tests in a test. If you plan on studying for a practice test you should focus on the accuracy of your answers.Usually there are two types of tests; the 'Quantitative' tests and the 'Non-Quantitative' tests. If you want to focus on a particular test then you will need to take that test first. When a test has more than one section then you can take the 'Part I' test first and then the 'Part II' test. This way you will be sure to get all the information that you need for all your Chemistry tests.When a test has multiple sections, you should pay attention to the sequence of tests to learn how to study for the test. It is also very important to remember what you are working on. If you are working on a compound then you will need to take the first section then the second section then the third section.One of the best methods of studying is to check the online sites for more details. These online sites offer many details about each test so you can learn about each question type and what the test will have to offer. Also if a student uses the online site to study, he/she can leave comments about the tests.In some cases there may be a test on a specific day and students will be able to find out what day it is with ease. However, in other cases students will need to wait until a specific date. If you are preparing for an exam then you can look online for more information.

Chemistry Mole Conversions Worksheets - Easy With Online Chemistry Online Classes

Chemistry Mole Conversions Worksheets - Easy With Online Chemistry Online ClassesThere are a number of websites that offer chemistry mole conversions worksheets. In order to have your homework done in a little time, you should do research on the website and find out if they can deliver what they promise. The answer is yes.You might want to try a chemistry online mole conversions worksheet. Online chemistry class materials provide you with a lot of supplies for your students. When you study online, you might have to buy a lot of supplies which may take up a lot of time. It is easy to get confused when you get lost in a website because there are so many factors that need to be considered.A worksheet will help you manage all these factors in your head. Some websites offer a free trial period. After using the worksheet for a while, you will understand why they have used it. This is a good idea if you have seen other products being sold on the internet and you were not satisfied with them . Usually this worksheet has a variety of useful functions that help you reduce the work load during the preparation of the chemistry lab.An online chemistry worksheet has a list of pictures, recipes, and chemical reactions for you to refer to. These pictures make the whole process easy because you will find all the necessary supplies that you need.A worksheet should always be accompanied by another worksheet for chemistry theory. There are a number of reasons why people fail to complete their assignments when the main source of learning is absent. The lack of attention to the theories makes it difficult for the student to understand the notes that they are given. It is not just the chemistry online worksheet that enables students to know how to complete their lab work.An online chemistryworksheet is always accompanied by an online lecture. In a classroom setting, you might have a lecturer that is present during the entire process of your assignment.There are a number of options tha t are available to you when you use online mole conversions worksheets. You should always check the credentials of the chemistry lab to see if they have worked with a website before.

Adding Complex Fractions

Adding Complex Fractions If an order pair (x, y) of two real numbers x and y is represented by the symbol x + iy [where i= (-1)] Then the order pair (x, y) is called a complex number (or an imaginary number). Here x is called the real part of the complex number and y is called its imaginary part. Addition of two complex numbers is also a complex number. The sum of two complex numbers can be expressed in the form A + i B Where A and B are real. Let z1= a+ib and z2= c+id be two complex numbers (a, b, c, d are real). Then the sum of the complex numbers =z1+z2 =a+ib+c+id =a+c + i(b+d) =A +iB Where A= a+c and B= b+d and are real. Therefore addition of two complex numbers will give a complex number. Example:- Add the following two complex fractions. (4+3i)/2 and (4-3i)/4 Solution: - (4+3i)/2 + (4-3i)/4 = [2(4+3i) +(4-3i)]/4 =(2*4 + 2*3i + 4 3i) / 4 =(8 + 6i + 4 3i) / 4 =(14 +3i)/4 =(14/4) +(3/4)i =(7/2) +(3/4) i Therefore after adding complex fractions we got an another complex fraction. Example 2: - Simplify 1/ (x+iy) + 1/ (x-iy) Solution: - 1/ (x+iy) + 1/ (x-iy)= [(x+iy) + (x-iy)]/ (x+iy)(x-iy) =(x+iy+x-iy)/ [(x)^2 (iy)^2] =2x / (x^2 i^2 *y^2) =2x/ (x^2 +y^2) (since i^2= -1)