How Should I Practice Guitar

How Should I Practice Guitar Jill Cole Whether youre just learning how to play guitar chords or youre on your way to being a virtuoso, every guitar player needs to practice. Take these tips from guitar teacher Dee F. to create your perfect practice plan Now that you have decided to learn how to play guitar, you wonder…how can I get the most out  of my lessons? The answer is…practice, practice, practice! Practice What You Are Assigned If your teacher asks you to practice a certain warm-up exercise three times at each practice session, do  exactly that. If you are supposed to complete a written assignment on theory, don’t wait until the last  minute to do itâ€"try to do it right after the lesson when the concepts are fresh in your mind. Always ask  questions if you do not understand what to practice. Check your assignment book so that you always  follow your lesson plan, and come to the next lesson prepared to play what was assigned. Highlight or  mark any notes in a song that are difficult for you. Mark repeat signs, dynamic signs, etc. that you need  to remember to observe when practicing your assigned music. Practice In The Best Environment Choose a quiet, undisturbed area in which to practice (you don’t want to practice in the living room with  people watching television!) Make sure you have your lesson books at eye level when practicing (it is  best to place music on a music stand, but a table will work as well); and a straight back chair to support  your back. Sit with your feet flat on the floor, back straight. Choose a time during the day when you can  best concentrate. For many students who need a regular routine, a set practice time during the day  works best. For some students this may be before school; busy adult students may split their practice  day into 20 minutes in the morning, 30 minutes in the evening, for example. Many students use a timer  or a watch to keep track of their practice time. Record Your Practice Time My students are given a monthly practice chart for their own use; they place a check on each day when  they meet their daily practice amount, or write in the amount of time they practice on the monthly  calendar. I write in their goals for practice minutes. Yes, I do give out rewards for younger students for  monthly practice goals that are met! This motivates students, and is fun! The goal is to practice every  day. In our busy world, for many students this is not possible. My expectation is to practice at least 4  times a week; for students age 5 to 7, 10-15 minutes a day, depending on aptitude; for older beginning  students, 20-30 minutes a day; for intermediate to advanced students, 30 to 50 minutes a day. Adults  should practice 50 to 60 minutes a day for optimum results. A performance recital, special performance  for friends and relatives, and perfecting or memorizing a challenging piece of music helps motivate  young adults and adults to practice. Younger students, in addition to preparing pieces for recitals, may  ask their school music teacher to play a song that they perfected for their school class in General Music.  When I taught General Music for a school district, a monthly “Mini-Concert” was held for classes Grades  1-5 for students who wanted to play or sing a special songâ€"students anticipated the last 20 minutes of  class once a month for this opportunity to shine! High school students have informal, and formal,  opportunities to perform as well. These goals help students prepare and maximize practice for a  concert or recital. Practice The More Challenging Parts Always save the tempo for lastâ€"correct notes, rhythms, fingering, dynamics, and expression come first.  Practice a challenging part in a song first, and repeat it very slowly and correctly, counting to yourself,  until the notes and rhythm are perfect. When you get it perfect, leave it aloneâ€"or try to practice until  at least some aspect is correct! Isolate the problem area, and work on it the most. Write notes to  yourself in pencil on the musicâ€"mark repeats, dynamics, etc. with a highlighter to remember to be  consistent in observing all the markings in the music. Always study the musicâ€"the key signature, time  signature, dynamic markings, tempo, notes, and rhythms before starting to practice. Count to yourself  before starting to establish a steady beat and tempo before starting the song. Remember, it is okay to make mistakesâ€"this is how people learn! Even the most accomplished concert musician makes  mistakes. Always try your best, and be patient with yourself. You are learning a life-long skill! Dee F. teaches  accompaniment, acoustic guitar, arrangement and composition, bass guitar,  classical guitar and vocal training  in Scottsdale, AZ.  She received her Bachelor of Music Education from  Montana State University, as well as many other certifications and awards.  Dee was a public school music educator for over twenty years and has taught students since 1983.  Learn more about Dee F. 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 Foster

Ask a Medical School Admissions Expert Dr. Michelle Finkel

Ask a Medical School Admissions Expert Dr. Michelle Finkel Varsity Tutors brings you insider tips and advice straight from nationally recognized admissions experts. Dr. Michelle Finkel is a graduate of Stanford Universityand Harvard Medical School. Upon completing her residency at Harvard, she moved up as a faculty member and eventaully became the Assistant Residency Director for Harvard Affiliated Emergency Medicine Residency where she interviewed many applicants and reviewed countless applications, personal statements, and resums. Dr. Finkel is currently a board-certified Emergency Physician and the founder of Insider Medical Admissions. VT: What is the single most important thing applicants should focus on in a medical school application? Michelle: Your overall goal throughout the application process is to distinguish yourself from other candidates, and the best way to do that is by showcasing your achievements. The admissions process is a persuasive one: Your role is to convince medical schools that you deserve a slot at their institutions. The best way to persuade is with facts, just like a lawyer does when s/he is trying a case in front of a judge. Saying you are compassionate or hardworking is not convincing. You need to prove your value by relating your academic, clinical, research, community service, leadership, international, or teaching achievements in a way that builds your case. VT: What are the biggest mistakes one can make on a med school application? Michelle: A few of the mistakes Ive see are as follows: 1) Excessive modesty. It's okay to be a shy person but not a shy applicant. 2) Applying unrealistically. Ensure you apply to enough schools and make sure your list includes true safety schools. To get a sense for your competitiveness, compare your GPA and MCAT scores with those in the Medical School Admissions Requirements book published by the AAMC and speak to an experienced advisor. 3. Having no clinical experience. Institutions not only want to see that you are committed to patient care, they need to ensure you have some small idea of what you are getting yourself into. 4. Sacrificing your GPA for extracurricular activities. Achieving academically is critical, even if you have a compelling candidacy in other ways. Applying to medical schools is like trying to get on a ride at Disneyland; if your grades are not as tall as their sign, they won't even let you get in line for consideration. Applicants have told me they feel thei r bad grades have followed them like a criminal record. Dont let this happen to you. VT: How much time should be set aside to adequately prepare for and complete a med school application? Michelle: Good writing takes a long time; successfully finding a qualified reader to critique a rough draft and then incorporating critical feedback takes even longer. Start to craft your personal statement, AMCAS activities, and most important statements in January with a goal of getting them submitted as early as possible, which is usually early June. VT: What do med school admissions officers look for most in an applicants essays/personal statements? Michelle: They are seeking example of achievement written in a compelling manner. In other words, a riveting essay that has no content no evidence of a candidates achievements isnt adequate. Nor is a statement that has a lot of content but is boring to read. VT: Is there anything on a students application that would automatically disqualify him/her from being considered for the program? Michelle: These factors depend on the institution. Different schools weigh academics, MCAT scores, and extracurricular activities differently. Of note: AMCAS does include a criminal background check; illegal activity can be a deal breaker for many schools if not adequately explained. VT: What undergrad majors best prepare one for med school applications? Michelle: The key here is to excel academically in whatever major you choose. Im not the kind of advisor who will tell you to pursue something you dont like to get admissions officers attention. That tactic is not only annoying, it usually doesnt work. VT: Is there anything you might see on a students application that would quickly put them ahead in the running? Michelle: A breadth of achievements academic, clinical, research, community service, leadership, international, and teaching are notable. Also, pursuing a passion successfully can get you noticed. When I was applying to medical school, I highlighted my work in domestic violence and sexual assault prevention. I showcased the leadership I had had in spearheading, coordinating and implementing a campus-wide awareness week. Pick something that calls to you, and really take it up a notch from what others have done in the past. VT: What advice do you have regarding MCAT test prep? Michelle: Start early and note how you best learn. Pursue a program that complements your learning technique. You might do best with a private tutor, formal program, or by studying with friends. VT: What do med school admissions officers look for in recommendation letters? Michelle: When I was in academic medicine, a colleague once pointed out the word shy in a letter of recommendation because he took that term as very pejorative! The point is that officers are looking for small hints in every letter, and you want yours to be as good as possible. You should not settle for so-so letters; you need to get the most superlative letters you can. In other words, consider a mediocre letter a bad one. For more admissions help, contact Dr. Finkel at InsiderMedicalAdmissions.com or Like her page on Facebook.The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Pardon Me, Your Personal Brand Is Still Showing - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Pardon Me, Your Personal Brand Is Still Showing - Introvert Whisperer Pardon Me, Your Personal Brand Is Still Showing Except maybe your brand, what you offer to others, isn’t clear at all. Maybe you’ve felt like your tongue got stuck in your throat at networking meetings when people asked, “So, what is it that you do?” You never have to be caught in the headlights again. Even better, you can create the kind of image that helps you lock down jobs, makes promotions a snap, and gains the respect of your peers. You’ll do that by taking a short and easy journey, guided gently by the hands of a pro who’s worked with hundreds of people just like you. Inside this workbook, you’ll both learn and write the template for your own personal brand at the same time â€" crafting a brand that’s in alignment with your goals. Discover: How to figure out what your personal brand truly is Why your personal brand is vital to your career path How to communicate and demonstrate your brand at work, on social media and other critical places you want to reinforce that branding How to do damage control when you blunder (which will happen at some point) How to reinvent and change your brand when your goals change Don’t get stuck in dead-end jobs or be overlooked anymore.  When you complete this workbook your own brand will pop out like the “S” on Superman’s chest. You’ll be comfortable telling others what you’re all about.  Best of all, your branding will be aligned with your dreams. If you liked “What Color Is My Parachute” or “No More Monday’s: Fire Yourself-and Other Revolutionary Ways to Discover Your True Calling at Work”, you’ll want to add this book to your list. “Easy to read and a snap to go through and institute.  I can see where anyone would benefit, whether they’re just starting their career or reinventing themselves.  This is a classic I’ll refer to if I ever decide to switch careers again.”- Amazon Reviewer Get your copy of Personal Branding Today! Or the Audiobook Version! Personal Branding starts with how well you speak about YOU.  I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my eBook â€" The Definitive Guide to Creating and Using an Elevator Speech.  In this guide, I give you simple to follow instructions for creating a “wardrobe” of ways to talk about you â€" to leave a lasting impression. Get your copy now! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer

Where to Study Law

Where to Study Law Where in the World Can You Study Law? ChaptersThe Best Law Schools UKThe Best Law Schools in EuropeThe Best Law Schools in AsiaBest Law Courses in AustraliaThe Best US Law SchoolsLaw studies are timeless: indeed, the earliest international universities, called stadia generale, made law studies a cornerstone of their charter.Not just the law; those institutes could teach medicine and/or theology, and had to include art studies in their curriculum in order to qualify as a stadium generale. Other criteria were that only masters of the discipline in question could teach those courses and schools should welcome international students.From that perspective, the best schools have not varied substantially from medieval times.Today, all over the world, the top schools for learning law all have stellar instructors â€" often alumni who have returned to their alma mater to train the next generation of lawyers. Those schools welcome students from every country and teach a variety of subjects.What if you wish to pursue a dual degree? Many of the schools featured in this article offer an interdisciplinary course of study; anything from Law and Languages to Law and Economics.We now search the globe for the best legal education to be had. How do we come by our specialised knowledge?We know you could refer to QS World University Rankings and other such reports to educate yourself on the best law schools for your purpose. Or you could follow the advice of friends and family or an academic advisor, should you have one to consult.Reputation and word of mouth are powerful advertising media. For instance: everyone in the world has at least heard of Oxford... right?But not everyone knows that the National University of Singapore also has an excellent law programme and its inception predates some of the world’s better-known teaching facilities!That is the true purpose of this exposé: to shine a light on educational opportunities worth considering.Gone are the days where law students must aspire to their own country’s (often more expensive!) law schools; the world is your oyster and you get to pick the pearl: the Faculty of Law that suits you best, no matter where in the world it is!Superprof now presents them, continent by continent, figuratively heaped on a silver platter, for your review and selection.national university league tables.Naturally, you may strive toward your Juris Doctor or LLB as you would at any school of law, but what makes this facility outstanding is its student-driven moot programme.They run both an internal moot court and also make a debate competition of the exercise, inviting every university with an LLB programme in their curriculum to participate.And, speaking of curriculum...In spite of Glasgow’s long tradition â€" or perhaps because of it, you may choose to specialise in areas of law that were unheard of at the time of the school’s founding, in 1451: Environmental Law, for instance, or Corporate Law.The University of Glasgow ranks #2 on our national university le ague tables and #69 on the QS ranking.From this fine institution, we take you to one that is perhaps more obscure â€" and what a pity that is!Durham University was founded in 1832; one of the first universities to open in the UK since Cambridge became officially recognised, some 600 years earlier.What makes Durham so remarkable is its embrace of every international student, from anywhere in the world: from the annual International Welcome party to the week-long initiation event, law students from other lands are made to feel most welcome.How does that help the native law student?Let’s say you intended to go abroad to study: wouldn’t it be helpful to immerse yourself into a campus of varied cultures?Besides, your undergraduate degree could cost substantially less earned at Durham than at, say, the London School of Economics!Durham University ranks 7th on the national league tables and 74th on the QS world list.The Best Law Schools in EuropeHere, we arrive at an amusing yet reveal ing statistic.Setting a filter on the QS ranking site for European laws schools, eight of the top ten listed schools are in the UK!Fortunately, we have several other websites to consult, such as the Master of Laws ranking, which puts Leiden University â€" the oldest in the Netherlands, at the top of their list.There, you may earn your LLB degree in:European LawPublic LawInternational LawConstitutional LawCriminal JusticeBusiness LawTax LawInternational Human Rights Lawand many others...Find city law tutors now.If your aim was to further your legal studies in an international setting, you could hardly do better: Leiden’s student body comprises mostly of international students!On the other hand, if Intellectual Property Law or Criminal Law is your chosen field, you may fare better at Humboldt University in Berlin, otherwise known as the Mother of the Modern University.What do you know of the Humboldtian Model?Humboldt comes in at #6 on the European rankings list and #121 on the QS l ist.See how crucial it is for the prospective student to shop around a bit; get a fuller picture of the opportunities available to earn a degree in law?Many postgraduate law school students worry about the language barrier: if they study overseas, won’t they have to speak that country’s native language?Not necessarily, we’re proud to report. Humboldt’s programmes are taught in English, as are these next featured degree programs.Eight of Europe's top ten law schools are in England! Source: Pixabay Credir: Andras BartaIn either case, the courses are held in English and, especially if you go to Bangalore for your classes, you will be a part of a small but exclusive club of attendees at India’s premier law university.On the other hand, if China has always called to you, you might investigate Xiamen University (#14 on LLM Review; #476 on QS)Their law courses require a three-year commitment and cover Taxation, Civil and Commercial law.The entire course is conducted in English... but why not study Mandarin while you’re there?Read about the best law schools in Asia.Should you select Australia for your law studies, you may review cases at the stunning at La Trobe library Source: Pixabay Credit: AndrewBest Law Courses in AustraliaWhether you’re after your JD degree or going all the way to PhD, the consensus is that the Australian National University is the place to do it â€" but it doesn’t hurt to take a look at the University of New South Wales, while we’re at it.In fact, these two geographical neighbours are locked in friendly competition, tossing the best ranking back and forth at each other.One main difference between the two is that NSW requires anyone applying to sit an entrance exam designed to measure your potential as a law scholar.Once admitted to their law faculty, you may choose their combined law curriculum, in which you would simultaneously work toward your Bachelor of Laws and a bachelor in whichever discipline that interests you.Or that might put you further on your career path...Finally, of all the great schools to earn your law degree in Australia, consider the University of New England: every year, it awards millions of dollars in scholarships, and more than that in bursaries to research!The Best US Law SchoolsHarvard, Yale, Stanford and Princeton: are there any better names to bandy about when it comes to law degrees?Of course, there are Oxford and Cambridge!Still, these four American universities lead the legal training pack; sometimes unfairly so.Compare the cost of one year at Harvard - $63,800 just for tuition; not including books or living expenses, with one year’s tuition at the University of Chicago: $48,000 â€" again, no other fees or expenses included.For that reason, we acknowledge the Ivy League campuses as those with the superior study programmes but turn our focus on one that does not require you to mortgage your entire future.Look up for law tutors London now.The University of Michigan Law Scho ol is one of the best-regarded in the United States and consistently ranks within the top 20 schools in the country. (It currently stands at #20 on the QS ranking).What makes this programme outstanding is the diversity of their law clinic and how much pro bono work they do, and the publication of their law journal.And, best of all, your overall cost for a 4-year degree is about half the cost of an undergraduate degree at Harvard!Lots of factors drive educational choices; unfortunately, one of them is the desire fora degree from a renown institute of higher learning.But, if we could overlook that criterion in favour of what is all around the best for our own situation...You may just find that your best law course can be found in a place you might never have thought to apply to.Remember: the world is your oyster; so grab the pearl you really want!

No motivation to change - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / No motivation to change - Introvert Whisperer No motivation to change? When it comes to our health and fitness or for that matter anything, making a change can be a challenge.   I’m here to give you a pearl of wisdom about getting up off the couch to get you moving.   The pearl of wisdom is this: You need one part commitment, one part plan and one part a system.   The three parts are equal to MOTIVATION.   We all want it.   Now you can have it whenever you want.   Here is how the three parts work: Commitment â€" First you need to check in with yourself and really work on what you are committed to.   I hear people talk at a high level about “taking care of their health” for the sake of their family.   Let me put it to you this way for a real eye opener:   if you knew that in 20 years you would be losing body parts, replacing body parts or suffering from disease, would you change your lifestyle to avoid it?   A bit more jolting isn’t it?   Sorry to be so blunt, but most people don’t just keel over and die, they die from a thousand small cuts (to coin a phrase).   You will pay the price sooner or later.   So, what are you really committed to? Do you want to remain vibrant and participate in life?   Do you want to look your best?   Do you want to avoid being a burden on others due to your health? Have a plan â€" You can’t just talk about doing something without taking it down to a plan of action and goals.   You want to be specific and have time boundaries.   If you want to weight X, when do you want to do that by?   If you want to be stronger and have more endurance for activities, then what are those activities and how will you know you have “arrived”?   If you currently have some health issues, check in with your doctor and identify some goals and actions to achieve them.   Also, when you have achieved those goals and plans, time for a new plan.     There is an adage: Those who fail to plan, plan to fail. Have a system â€" As a society, we are all cowboys.   We think we have to do everything on our own or we’re wimps.   I can tell you right now that only 20% of those Cowboys are capable of making any kind of change without help or support.   When I talk about a system, I’m talking about a system of support and accountability.   Most of us NEED to have a support system to help us with executing our plan.   You can hire a trainer or coach.   You can engage a series of friends or relatives or even those from the social networking sites.   You need people to brainstorm solutions to issues that arise.   You need people to hold you accountable to yourself and your action plan.   You need someone to celebrate your successes.   Your system needs to be defined in your plan to ensure the plan is given life.   Don’t be bashful about asking for help, we all love to think we can help each other. Motivation is not a magical thing that happens to just the lucky few.   You can develop the motivation to do anything you chose.   Go ahead, try it and see how the world of opportunities opens up for you! Let me emphasize that Self-Promotion doesn’t have to be obnoxious to be effective. But, if you don’t Self-Promote you, who will? If you ever want to get ahead, you have to learn how to Self-Promote. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my video that shows you simple, yet effective ways to Self-Promote. Start watching now: CLICK HERE Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleash your professional potential.

How to Choose a Law School Deciding Where to Attend

How to Choose a Law School Deciding Where to Attend LSAT Law School Blog If you’ve received offers of admission from multiple law schools, congratulations! While the more difficult part of the application process is out of the way, another big decision awaits you. Deciding where you end up going to law school could dictate the course of your career. Do you prefer getting your JD at a campus where the weather is warm year-round? Or do your priorities lie towards ensuring that your classrooms are divided into small sections for discussion? As you go over your acceptances and pick your favorites, consider the following factors when deciding how to choose a law school that is right for you. Academic Specialties When thinking about how to choose a law school, you should familiarize yourself with the variety of legal specialties offered at each program. Knowing your specific interest in law and what career path you want to take after graduating is one of the most strategic ways to narrow down your options, as not all law schools offer the same areas of study. For example, if you want to pursue a career in immigration law and one of your acceptances is from Yale, you need to research whether Yale offers an immigration law track in the first place. If you choose one program and later realize that you’re unable to pursue your goals at that institution, you’ll regret your decision! Location Your answer to how to choose a law school should also rely on where the law schools are located. You might decide you’re tired of northeast winters and be excited about institutions on the west coast, such as UCLA or USC. Or, you may want to be near a city like New York, which is home to many international organizations. You should also look into in-state benefits and saving on tuition while staying close to home. Regardless, think about the pros and cons of the location for each law school on your list, as you’ll be spending the next three years in that particular area. Now that you have your options, it’s time to critically think about where you’d truly be happy on a day-to-day basis. Class Size As you explore the question of how to choose a law school, carefully consider what you want to get out of your classroom experience once you start attending your program. Do you learn best in a large classroom lecture-style setting? Or do you prefer smaller classrooms, which offer more opportunities for participation and getting to know your classmates? At many top law schools such as Harvard and Yale, classes are broken down into smaller sections. At others, seminars can go above 100 students per session. As you look at your final selection of JD programs, reflect on what is the best learning environment for you. Cost Law school is a big investment. When you’re a full-time student, it’s difficult to fit in a time-consuming job, so you won’t necessarily be earning a lot of money as you attend law school. When you think about how to choose a law school, keep the amount you would have to pay for tuition in mind, and take into account other factors like housing and utility costs. If you’ve received scholarships from any of the programs, consider how much they would offset other expenses. Hopefully, you’re able to narrow down your choices to schools that still sound exciting but would be more cost-effective than others that have accepted you. Alumni Profiles As you finalize your list of institutions to those that offer the ideal areas of study or are situated in a city that you’ve always wanted to live in, take a look at the data for graduates at different programs that have caught your eye. What are alums up to? Law schools publicize data for different industries alumni are pursuing - take advantage of these statistics to figure out whether graduates have found success in ways that appeal to you. For example, you might want to research the percentage of graduates who have judicial clerkships or have passed the bar. If an alum is involved in your ideal industry, being part of the same program allows for networking. Your choice of law school will continue to impact you - the success of past students is definitely something to note when making the final call! Summary On your journey to uncovering how to choose a law school, do your due diligence and go through websites, attend webinars, visit campuses, and talk to current students. As you’ll be making a big step in your career, this isn’t a decision that should be taken lightly. Carefully consider the factors we’ve outlined to make sure you get the most out of your legal education. You’ve got this! Author: Padya Paramita, InGenius Prep

Visual Guide to English Prepositions in, on, at, from, to

Visual Guide to English Prepositions in, on, at, from, to Do you have difficulty with English prepositions? Prepositions can be difficult to learn, especially when they are used differently in your first language. For example, the preposition at works and sounds like the preposition à in French sentences like this:  Je suis à lécole. In English, we would say, I am at school. Translation: Je suis à lécole. >> I am at school. But in other contexts, you cannot translate à as at.   For example, French speakers sometimes mistranslate Jhabite à Montréal as I live at Montreal. This is incorrect. When a single preposition in your first  language requires two different prepositions in your second language, learning where and when to use each preposition can be difficult. Incorrect: I live at Montreal.Correct:  I live in Montreal.   Translation:  Jhabite à Montréal >> I live in Montreal. When your first language is an unreliable guide for using English prepositions, it would be good to have a few simple rules that are easy to remember. It is for this reason that I have created a visual guide to English prepositions. Each preposition below has a simple illustration of the rule, with examples.         In a circle or in a square Rule: Use in for things that are contained by borders or  limits: cities, provinces, states, countries, and continents.   Example: I live in Montreal. Montreal is in Quebec. Quebec is in  Canada. Use in for towns and cities.   Calendars are usually squares or rectangles, so it is not difficult to imagine a month as having limits and borders. Months begin on the first and end 28 to 31 days later. Years begin on January 1st and end on December 31st. Anything that happens within those limits requires the preposition in. Rule: Use in for months and years. Example: Obama was born in 1961. He was born in August. Use in for months. and years. In the morning and in the afternoon Sometimes, a diagram wont help. The preposition has to be learned as a collocation (words that go together).   In the morning and in the evening are good examples. It is difficult to represent mornings and afternoons as having limits visually in a circle or square, so I cant help you with a diagram. Instead, you must memorize in the morning and in the afternoon. Try saying these prepositional phrases to yourself five times each. Use the 5-finger drill. Rule: Use in for morning and afternoon.Example: Goodbye. I will see you in the morning. Exception: Use on the morning of + a date.Example: I will be busy on the morning of the 15th. Exception:  On the morning of September 11, 2001           On a line or on a surface Rule: Use on for tables and walls, etc.Example: Put your coffee cup on the table and help me hang another  picture on the wall. Use on when there is contact with a surface. Rule: Use on for roads, boulevards, streets, highways, etc.Example: I live on Peel Street and ride home on the bike path. Use on for roads, highways, or even bike paths. Rule: Use on for electronic devices, etc.Example:  Call me on the phone so that I can tell you about a great  movie I saw on TV last night. Use on for electronic devices: phone, TV,   ccomputer. Rule: Use on for days and dates.Example:  Melanie usually stayed home on Saturdays, but on  September 24th she went out and had an adventure.         At a particular point in time or at a particular place Rule: Use at with street numbers.Example:    I live at 2350 Acacia Road. Rule: Use at with specific locations.Example:    I’m at home. Where are you? Are you at work? Use at for precise times. Rule: Use at for precise times.Example:  I wake up at 6:30 in the morning, leave home at 7:30, and  then arrive at work at 8:00 AM.Example:  My train arrives at 3:14.         From a starting point to the end Rule: Use from and to to express start and end points of a trip.Example:  We drove from Montreal to Toronto without stopping.Example:    The dance class was moved from the second floor to the third floor. Use from and to to talk about a change in position Rule: Use from and to to express start and end times.Example:  Our offices are open from 9 to 5 every day.Example:  I lived in Toronto from 2011 to 2013. Please follow and like us:

5 things to do this December to end the year strong

5 things to do this December to end the year strong Orange County Tutoring Tips: End the year strong with these five things to do in December Its that time already; the calendar year is almost over, and students are halfway through the school year. Whether in kindergarten, middle school, or college students and their parents are excited to have a little bit of time off during the winter holiday. However, students still have a few days left to study for finals and hand in those last-minute assignments before they can enjoy some family time this winter. Although each student is following their path, there are some things that every student can do this December to end the year strong our private Orange Country academic tutoring will help you score high on your finals. 1.   Check your GPA The first thing older students should do is look online to see what their current GPA is. Many teachers and professors offer extra credit for optional assignments that students must complete by the end of the semester to boost their grade in the class. Many students avoid doing such assignments unless their GPA needs to be higher. However, many students forget to check what their current GPA is and find out this important information too late. Students in their college prep and college years will find our current GPA especially critical to their success. 2. Get help if needed Many students choose to take a wait and see approach when it comes to getting help on their assignments. However, even the most intelligent students can become overwhelmed with stress or just their overall workload by the end of December. Students are encouraged to take a look at their current stress levels as well as their level of success in their courses to see if they need to arrange a little bit of extra help starting in January. Students may need to work with a tutor or a study group to help them with time management or study skills as the year goes on (READ: After School Activities: Tear Your . 3. Arrange a study group for January Another great thing students can do to end the year on a high note is finally organize that study group. By this time of the year, students will know which of their peers are highly motivated and would make great study buddies. Encouragement from classmates can be a make-it-or-break-it situation as students work towards completing another year of education. This type of camaraderie can be especially helpful to students who are applying to college or adjusting to their first year of university life. 4. Work out a new time management system Many students, regardless of their age, will find out that their current time management simply isnt working anymore. Students will have more assignments and a lower energy level as the school year progresses and completing assignments in an efficient manner is a key to their overall success. Now is a great time for students to sit down and figure out how they need to adjust their schedule or priorities to make the remainder of the year fruitful and low stress. 5. Dont forget about a work-life balance Its also really important that students remember to have a work-life balance. Many students sit in a classroom for six or seven hours and then come home to do the same thing over again to complete their assignments on time. This can become cumbersome very quickly, and students will miss out on downtime, socialization, and physical activities that are all essential to their overall well-being. If students find that they have been taking on too many responsibilities or simply not able to have a life outside of the classroom, December is a great time to take a step back and look at whats important and what can wait until later on. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.