Wayne State Universitys Chemistry Program

Wayne State University's Chemistry ProgramIn the upper levels of an undergraduate course, many students spend a great deal of time researching, reading, and researching before finally understanding a subject that many would regard as a basic part of human biology. It's a common practice, but what they often fail to realize is that no matter how much one understands about cells and metabolism, chemistry will always be there in the background trying to give a way to grasp it all.It can come in the form of a simple book or a video, but in such situations, the student will seldom really understand everything that it can teach him. Hence, his true worth as a citizen should not be assessed solely on how well he knows the subject.At Wayne State University, chemistry is a major component of an overall plan. The purpose of this has been made even more obvious because the program director himself is the dean of the School of Chemistry at the school.Dr. John Howell, a professor of the chemistry department at Wayne State, is the driving force behind the ongoing development of the department. With the rapid development of life sciences, the curriculum is designed to best fit the needs of today's professional society. Prof. Howell's desire is to make chemistry an essential tool in scientific advancement.A College Level Chemistry Course is one of the several options that students can choose from. It is intended to allow students to develop the ability to formulate arguments and ideas in regards to scientific questions, solve them, and think critically in order to come up with answers.Students who choose to take chemistry courses also make a commitment to a professional career in science that may influence the career choices they make as adults. They will most likely have to make significant decisions about how they will choose to handle scientific fields they may have taken up when they were younger.The course work has to do with fundamental scientific concepts that students learn so that they may grow up to be the best citizens of the world. Therefore, any course that teaches the student to be scientifically literate and analytical is something that should be given high priority by the institution.

4 Awesome Resources for Finding Broadway Sheet Music

4 Awesome Resources for Finding Broadway Sheet Music Sign up successful 1.  Scribd.com Scribd is a digital library, featuring an eBook subscription service that includes many free and paid books, magazines, and yes, Broadway sheet music. The service is available for iPhone/iPad, Android, Kindle, Nook, and Windows Phone smartphones and tablets, as well as on the web at Scribd.com, all for a monthly fee of $8.99 (or $3.99 with 12-month commitment). Scribd also offers a completely free one-month trial, which you can use to browse for music first. Use the search parameter “Broadway music” to sort through the different selections that you can save into your library. From there you can save the files to your computer or device, or even print it all out then. 2.  Ultimate Theatre Music Resource for Singers A student of mine came across this well-versed, purely educational-use-only Tumblr blog. Within this blog, links to PDF sources of sheet music, mostly Broadway sheet music, are provided for free. The links are highlighted and underlined within the blog comments itself, so take a look around and read some of the posts to understand how the links to the sheet music are provided. 3.  Musicnotes.com Musicnotes.com is an online marketplace that allows you to purchase and download computer-based sheet music, which you can either keep digital or print out. They offer many selections from Broadway, plus pop, holiday, and power ballads as well! Prices range from $4-$8 depending on the arrangement, which is quite reasonable if monthly subscriptions arent your thing. 4.  Sheet Music Plus Sheet Music Plus is another online marketplace that allows you to purchase both digital print and physical print sheet music. They stock both individual selections as well as multiple Broadway selections in songbook form. Since there are usually many songs within the same songbook, this can be a very cost-effective way to get several Broadway standards in your hands at a good price. You can usually find songbooks reserved for certain voice types (Baritone, Tenor, Alto, Soprano 2, or Soprano 1 voice types most commonly). Honorable Mentions: Excavating the Song: This website was set up by choral director Prof. Neal Richardson from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri, for use with his own students. Even though he has now abandoned the online project, the website’s contentâ€"including some great tips from singers, songs from the 20s, and moreâ€" is still available for free. IMSLP: The Petrucci Library with the International Music Score Library Project is usually used when searching for classical music, as it’s the archive of music for free public domain music. Since I am a classically-trained singer, I use it a lot and often sing its praises. If you decide to expand your genre scope, start here before you buy any classical music. I hope this list helps you get started on finding Broadway sheet music for your lessons! Happy practicing! View all Takelessons.com Free Sheet Music Resources.  Milton J. teaches guitar, piano, singing, music recording, music theory, opera voice, songwriting, speaking voice and acting lessons in  Corona, CA. He specializes in classical, RB, soul, pop, rock, jazz and opera styles. Learn more about Milton here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by Will Fisher

Tutoring vs. Executive Function Coaching A Review

Tutoring vs. Executive Function Coaching A Review Academic Performance Explained Podcast In this episode of our podcast, MyGuru founder Mark Skoskiewicz interviews Jackie Stachel from Beyond BookSmart, an executive function coaching company. At Beyond BookSmart, coaches work one on one with students to help them develop executive function skills â€" the self-management skills that help people achieve their goals. What are executive function skills? Executive function skills include planning, prioritizing, managing time, regulating emotions, and organizing materials and thoughts. These skills contribute significantly to academic success, but they usually are not taught in a specific class in school. A student who does not have these skills may struggle with schoolwork; many hard-working, intelligent students do not achieve their full potential because they lack self-management skills. However, anyone who learns and practices these skills can improve his or her academic performance. Self-management skills are the keys to success â€" not just in school, but in life in general. Is there a difference between a tutor and an executive function coach? Do you need both? In fact, there is a pretty big distinction between tutors and executive function coaches; many students work with both concurrently. Tutoring is great for helping students develop skills and areas of knowledge that are subject-specific, usually pertaining to a specific class or standardized test. Executive function coaching, on the other hand, helps students develop general skills to manage their work and themselves â€" skills they can apply to any class. For example, if a student has a research paper, an executive function coach might guide the student to plan it, prioritize it, break it down into small steps, and put it on his or her calendar. Then, when that student has a paper due for another class, he or she can apply the same framework to that paper regardless of the subject. How much can executive function coaching actually impact students? A key part of executive function coaching is helping students change how they perceive themselves. Initially, many students who are struggling academically think that this is because they are lazy or just do not care about school. However, many students who are perceived as “lazy” are simply demoralized by low self-confidence. They don’t believe their efforts will get them the results they want, so they simply stop trying. Over time, with gradual work and a consistent connection between coach and student, it is possible to help students gain confidence and see themselves as capable students. This process takes time â€" there is no quick fix â€" but students only need to invest a small amount of effort to start seeing results. Typically, coaches start by first helping students achieve small goals â€" things the students already know they are capable of doing. As students build a track record of small successes, they gain the confidence to tackle increasingly difficult goals, until finally they are doing things they didn’t know they could. In addition to coaching, are there any other ways to improve your executive function skills? In order to develop your executive function skills, you need to recognize the things that typically get you off track and then figure out how to avoid those. Distractions are a major obstacle for most students, and one of the biggest distractions in this day and age is the internet. One tool that can help you minimize distractions while working is a free app called Self-Control. With this app, you can identify websites that are time drains for you (such as Facebook or Reddit), and specify an amount of time to block yourself from visiting them. Once you have blocked them, there is no way to reverse it until the predetermined amount of time has passed. You can also improve your executive function skills by working to better manage your emotions. Emotions can seriously influence academic performance; first of all, students typically do not do as well if they are frustrated or have a negative attitude towards the work they are supposed to do. In addition, when people are upset and agitated, they are not able to efficiently access their higher-level thought processes. Therefore, when you are stressed, it is actually more difficult to think properly. This makes it very important for students who get test anxiety to have resources that can help them calm down before taking tests. One helpful tool iscalm.com, which features effective, free guided meditations. These are great for beginners, because they have verbal instructions and range anywhere from 2 to 20 minutes in length (so you can start off small). These meditation audios are available as mp3 files, or you can access them on your smartphone or iPad. Interested in learning more? For more information about Beyond BookSmart, visithttp://www.beyondbooksmart.com. There, you can find blog posts and other free content, including tips on regulating emotions, transitioning from middle school to high school, and writing an effective college application essay.

Learn the Difference Between Past Continuous and Past Simple

Learn the Difference Between Past Continuous and Past Simple Recently, I was teaching a class, and my student asked me to explain the difference between past simple and past continuous.  While I was explaining this to her, we  realized that the difference isnt always obvious.  As usual, the best way to learn is to practice with real-life examples.  So, today we will learn the grammar, then practice with an NPR story on my favorite kind of news-good news.First, take a look at this video explanation of these tenses.  Past perfect is also included, but today well focus specifically on continuous and simple.Past continuous: (was/were) + present participleInterrupted action in the past: I was teaching a class when  my student asked me a question.Specific time in the past: Im sorry I missed your call at 1:00am, I was sleeping.Two actions at the same time:  You were cooking dinner while I was coming home.Describe the mood/tone: When I came home, a lot of people were standing around talking.  Several of them were drinking, some were dancing, and many were shouting.      Within the first 6 seconds of this segment, youll hear an example of past continuous.  Listen only to the first 6 seconds and fill in the following blanks:An Act Of Kindness, From One Immigrant To AnotherJoe Du(sp?) ___ _____ helped into her gorgeous white wedding dress this week when a tooth on the zipper _____.Why was past continuous used?  Choose from the list  above.  Dont forget to write your answers in the comments section!Past simple: (verb)edCompleted action in the past: We rode our bikes home yesterday.Series of completed actions: We rode our bikes home, cooked dinner, and watched TV.Duration of completed past action: I lived in Santiago for one year.Past habits or hobbies: Where did you work in high school?Now, listen to the rest of the NPR segment.  Choose the correct tense, and for the sentences with **, write why the tense was used from the lists above.  For an extra challenge, try completing the exercise  before listening, then check yo ur answers afterwards!It (was being/was) Sunday in Guelph, Ontario, and no tailor shop (was being/was) open.Joe Du (didnt/wasnt doing) want to walk down the aisle to marry Earl Lee with pins in the back of her dress, but no one in the wedding party (was knowing/knew) how to make the repair.**An enterprising bridesmaid (was knocking/knocked) on the neighbors door to ask David Hobson if he might have a pair of pliers they (could/were canning) borrow.Mr. Hobson (was taking/took) in the situation-the bridesmaid, the lacy white dress and a  request for pliers and (said/was saying), Ive got better than tools-Ive got a master tailor.David Hobson (was having/had) a family of Syrian refugees from Aleppo living at his home for a few days.**He (was being/was) indeed a master tailor in Allepo for 28 years, and as soon as he (was seeing/saw) the dress Ibrahim Dudu (was getting/got) out his sewing kit and (set/was setting) to work.**He literally (sewed/was sewing) her wedding dress back onto her, Lindsay Coulter, the wedding photographer (was telling/told) CTV News.Everyone (was being/was) so grateful, they (were saying/said) thank you a million times.Many of the bridesmaids (were being/were) from China and (were bowing/bowed) to say thanks, (said/was saying) Lindsay Coulter, who (was posting/posted) photos and (wrote/was writing) on her facebook page, Every weekend I take photos of people on the happiest days of their lives, and today, one man who has seen some of the worst things our world has to offer (came/was coming) to the rescue.**I (was being/was) so excited and so happy, Ibrahim Halil Dudu (was saying/said) through  a translator, I like to help Canadian people from my heart.Earl Lee (called/was calling) the master tailors masterly repair an incredible act of kindness from a complete stranger who had only stepped foot in this country days ago.Immigrants and families of immigrants who (came/were coming) to Guelph from opposite ends of the world and (made/were making) new homes and look after each other.Excellent job!  If you have  comments or questions, write them below and well get back to you.  Apply your new knowledge by scheduling a one-on-one class with LOI today!

Pine Street School

Pine Street School Pine Street School Pine Street School: An inspiring new downtown space. NYCs culture, arts, and architecture are our backyard. Pine Street School is an IB PYP school with both Montessori and International Baccalaureate programs. At the Pine Street School, our mission is to nurture people who can live and work successfully in the 21st century and be responsible and active local and global citizens. We offer a technology-forward curriculum that is inherently STEAM-based. From math, science and language, to music, arts and athletics we use a combination of innovation and rigor to keep students challenged and engaged. Located in Manhattans international downtown community, we have over 20 countries and more than 15 languages represented in our school. As an IB World School, we are constantly introducing new language offerings to nurture the voices of our student body and reflect the truly international flavor of our community. We look forward to meeting you and sharing more about our experience here in one of New Yorks most dynamic and exciting new schools.

The best free 11plus resources

The best free 11plus resources The 11+ test is popular with parents hoping to get their child into a grammar school and parents are always asking us here at First Tutors, and our tutors, for the best resources to help prepare their child for this test. The 11+ examination is taken by in the beginning of year 6 by some pupils across the UK and is commonly made up of four different papers; verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, English and Maths. We have teamed up with some of our specialist 11+ tutors and done some extensive research to find you the best free 11+ resources to help you give your child that extra preparation. Here are our top 10 websites for free, useful and vital information for parents and children wishing to explore the 11 plus examinations. 1. Sats-papers This site offers some free sample papers for you to download, covering verbal, non verbal, Maths and English. You can download the practice papers, the answer sheets and the mark schemes. 2. ElevenPlusExams This site offers some great advice about the 11+ exam and allows you to download some revision aids and practice questions for English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning. 3. 11PlusGuide Another great site for some good information and free 11plus papers in English, Maths, Verbal and Non-verbal. 4. Extra Tuition Centre This is a great website offering plenty of free 11+ resources from Maths and Verbal Reasoning worked examples to 'How to do' different Maths problems. 5. Bond11Plus Bond has been providing resources for the 11+ exams for a long time and are great at offering advice and giving free resources for all four of the subjects. They also offer a free 11+ starter pack for those that register with them. 6. 11plus.co.uk Great for 11+ resources, information and their 11+ assessment tool. 7. 11Pluswebsite This site offers free and paid resources for all the 11+ subjects, including free 40 and 50 question exam practice test in English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning. 8. Ksol These 11+ specialists have plenty to offer in terms of resources and information and is well-worth checking out. 9. 11PlusDIY Offers free downloadable mock 11+tests as well as paid resources. 10. 11PLusSwot This website offers a whole world of useful information, free tests and plenty of great resources. For more information on finding a private home tutor for the 11 plus exams click here. First Tutors is the leading UK tutoring service offering all the information you need to find the right tutor for your child.

4 Things Every High School Senior Should do Before Graduation Day

4 Things Every High School Senior Should do Before Graduation Day Irvine High School Tutoring Tips: 4 Things Every High School Senior Should do Before Graduation Day It’s an exciting time of year for students about to finish high school as they are closing one chapter and opening another. Students entering college in the fall will begin a whole new life as an adult student with a lot more freedom and the ability to start choosing classes that theyre interested in as well as making their own schedule. Before they get to college life, there are some things that every high school senior should think about before commencement to make sure they are on track and heading towards success our private Irvine college prep tutoring is here to help you prepare for college. 1. Look at your final GPA Its essential for high school seniors to take a look at their grades going into final exams and then double check their GPA before they forget high school forever. Its important that all grades are correct and that their scores are sent to the college of their choice, assuming they had a conditional acceptance. Theres often a little bit of paperwork to complete at the end of the year, and many students forget about it because they are excited about moving on from high school and enjoying summer (READ: Irvine Math Tutoring Tips: How to Excel at Math this Summer). 2. Apply for scholarships Students will likely already know if they won a substantial scholarship, but there are additional opportunities to help finance a college education. There are tons of smaller scholarships ranging anywhere from $500 up to several thousand dollars. Most require that the student already has been accepted and agreed to attend a particular college or university so now is the best time to apply. Many students will have to write a short essay or describe why they are deserving of a scholarship, something that can seem daunting after already taking AP exams and writing lots of essays for college admissions. However, writing a short essay can be a lot easier and take a lot less time than it would to earn $500 at a part-time job. Every penny makes a difference. 3. Attend the final meeting of a favorite club or organization Many seniors will stop attending extracurricular activities due to senioritis. Unfortunately, students are missing out on a lot when it comes to clubs theyve been a part of for the last couple of years. In the last weeks of school, students have an opportunity to say goodbye to good friends and teachers, contribute to the community they are leaving, and put their final stamp on their high school career. End-of-year meetings also tend to be more social than official so students will have an opportunity to enjoy the social aspect of extracurricular activities. 4. Celebrate your achievement It’s also important for seniors to take a step back and celebrate everything theyve achieved in the last four years. Theres been a lot of hard work, seemingly endless tests and exams, tons of tutoring sessions and group study, as well as plenty of homework assignments. Now is the time for students to celebrate all their hard work before moving on to the next chapter (READ: 4 Habits Students Need to Develop Before Going to College) . Graduating high school is a major accomplishment, and all grads should be very proud of the work they accomplished. While its important to celebrate and enjoy your summer, you also have to start preparing for college. Our private Irvine college prep tutors are here to help. Members of the TutorNerds team and our private tutors write every blog post. If you have any questions about our blog, please email us at pr@tutornerds.com.

5 Easy Tips to Prepare for Standardized Testing Season

5 Easy Tips to Prepare for Standardized Testing Season 5 Easy Tips to Prepare for Standardized Testing Season Help your child become a confident and prepared test-taker. For most around the country, the month of March kicks-off standardized testing season and that can leave parents feeling overwhelmed. Whether you have a grade schooler preparing for the state’s standardized test or a high schooler preparing for the SAT, testing can be stressful for the entire family. We hope this will help you start planning a few months out. There’s no secret formula when it comes to passing a standardized test. It’s important to remember that anxiety may hinder performance for the test taker, so take a deep breath and read through a few practical tips to help your child prepare for standardized assessments. Take practice tests. Many Department of Education state websites offer practice tests, which can help prepare children with understanding the test expectations, including the content and mechanics. SBAC and PARCC give assessments in many states and offer good examples of practice tests. If the test format seems familiar on test day, kids are more likely to feel comfortable and know what to do. Promote a positive attitude. Parents should promote a positive attitude towards learning and testing. Kids need to take tests seriously and be strategic, but also feel confident and mentally prepared. Parents can help children feel prepared for the test by encouraging children to visualize success on test day. In other words, ask children to close their eyes and imagine themselves taking the test and feeling great about it. Discuss what to do if you finish early. Sometimes kids finish the test early. It’s important to discuss that this is a good opportunity to double check and verify their answers for accuracy. Parents can coach them to review certain questions that were hard and use the process of elimination to rule out some of the answer choices. Eat well, exercise and rest. In the weeks leading up to the test, it is important for students to have adequate sleep (eight hours is recommended), eat balanced meals, drink plenty of water, and get exercise. Foods high in protein, and water help to stimulate the brain. Exercise, such as stretching and walking, helps to supply the brain with oxygen. Eating a healthy breakfast before school, particularly on the day of the test, gives the body the fuel it needs to maintain long periods of concentration. Plan enjoyable and relaxing activities. Trying to squeeze a little more preparation in immediately before the test is not advised because it can lead to feeling overwhelmed. Studying the day before or day of the test leads to increased anxiety and should be avoided. Instead, plan enjoyable activities to feel relaxed and ready. You might also be interested in: How does Kumon help prepare students to become successful standardized test-takers? Harvard Bound Kumon Dual Program Completer Gives Advice on College Admissions Process Fun and Easy Tips to Keep Kids Learning during the Holiday Season Fun and Easy Tips to Keep Kids Learning during the Holiday Season 5 Easy Tips to Prepare for Standardized Testing Season 5 Easy Tips to Prepare for Standardized Testing Season Help your child become a confident and prepared test-taker. For most around the country, the month of March kicks-off standardized testing season and that can leave parents feeling overwhelmed. Whether you have a grade schooler preparing for the state’s standardized test or a high schooler preparing for the SAT, testing can be stressful for the entire family. We hope this will help you start planning a few months out. There’s no secret formula when it comes to passing a standardized test. It’s important to remember that anxiety may hinder performance for the test taker, so take a deep breath and read through a few practical tips to help your child prepare for standardized assessments. Take practice tests. Many Department of Education state websites offer practice tests, which can help prepare children with understanding the test expectations, including the content and mechanics. SBAC and PARCC give assessments in many states and offer good examples of practice tests. If the test format seems familiar on test day, kids are more likely to feel comfortable and know what to do. Promote a positive attitude. Parents should promote a positive attitude towards learning and testing. Kids need to take tests seriously and be strategic, but also feel confident and mentally prepared. Parents can help children feel prepared for the test by encouraging children to visualize success on test day. In other words, ask children to close their eyes and imagine themselves taking the test and feeling great about it. Discuss what to do if you finish early. Sometimes kids finish the test early. It’s important to discuss that this is a good opportunity to double check and verify their answers for accuracy. Parents can coach them to review certain questions that were hard and use the process of elimination to rule out some of the answer choices. Eat well, exercise and rest. In the weeks leading up to the test, it is important for students to have adequate sleep (eight hours is recommended), eat balanced meals, drink plenty of water, and get exercise. Foods high in protein, and water help to stimulate the brain. Exercise, such as stretching and walking, helps to supply the brain with oxygen. Eating a healthy breakfast before school, particularly on the day of the test, gives the body the fuel it needs to maintain long periods of concentration. Plan enjoyable and relaxing activities. Trying to squeeze a little more preparation in immediately before the test is not advised because it can lead to feeling overwhelmed. Studying the day before or day of the test leads to increased anxiety and should be avoided. Instead, plan enjoyable activities to feel relaxed and ready. You might also be interested in: How does Kumon help prepare students to become successful standardized test-takers? Harvard Bound Kumon Dual Program Completer Gives Advice on College Admissions Process Fun and Easy Tips to Keep Kids Learning during the Holiday Season Fun and Easy Tips to Keep Kids Learning during the Holiday Season

What Is Stochiometry Definition In Chemistry?

What Is Stochiometry Definition In Chemistry?If you have been doing your chemistry for any length of time, you will probably have heard the term 'stoichiometry definition in chemistry' at some point. But it's actually much more than that. In fact, stoichiometry is defined by a definition of the actual measurement procedures that occur in chemistry. As in the case of everyday life, the word is a very complex one that has evolved over time to become very familiar to those involved in chemistry, particularly in the science of chemistry.Stoichiometry definition in chemistry may mean something very simple in the science of chemistry, but is very complex to those who are not in the business of studying chemistry. In fact, it would probably be the most difficult thing to explain to someone who is not in the business of chemistry, let alone the chemical science itself. That's why it is very important to understand the stoichiometry definition of a procedure that occurs in chemistry, no matte r how simple or complex it might seem.This is a very common scientific procedure, and is often a very basic procedure that are in practice all the time. The idea behind the definition is that a measurement is made in chemistry for a number of reasons. One of these is to determine the amount of an element or substance present in a certain substance, as well as the properties of that substance.Another common everyday procedure that occurs in chemistry is the determination of a particular element's molecular weight. For example, in chemistry, the molecular weight of carbon is measured in a variety of ways, but the easiest is by calculating the mass of carbon atoms as a function of the number of carbon atoms present in the sample.You might ask yourself, if this stoichiometry definition is so easy to understand, why is it so difficult to understand? The answer is that this is one of the most complicated things to describe in chemistry. However, if you can put yourself in the shoes of som eone who is not in the chemistry business, then you will probably be surprised at just how complex it actually is.In other words, this stoichiometry definition means something very complex and very specific. The important thing to remember is that if you are working in the chemistry business, or even in the science of chemistry, you will need to understand how this is done. You will also need to understand what the procedure involves and what exactly makes it difficult to work with. By understanding these concepts, you will be able to improve your ability to understand what you are doing.If you enjoy chemistry, or even if you just enjoy the act of taking tests, you might want to get yourself a copy of the book Chemistry Is A Fun Way To Learn More About The World. This is an excellent text by one of the top chemistry teachers in the world and will provide you with the background knowledge and equipment needed to take all of your chemistry exams for free. That's right, you can start l earning all of the chemistry questions and getting a guaranteed 'A' score with just a few bucks on your part.