A Little Bit of Country Easy Classic Country Songs for Guitarists

A Little Bit of Country Easy Classic Country Songs for Guitarists Sign up successful From the early days when he was writing hits like Crazy for Patsy Cline, to the 80s gypsy anthem On the Road Again, Nelson has inspired several generations of guitarists with his guitar Trigger, a 1969 Martin N-20 guitar. Nelson says that his favorite guitar player is Django Reinhardt. His simple chord progressions often flavor Django-like riffs, making his tunes perfect for someone learning guitar, but also great for more experienced musicians. So whether youre a beginner or an advanced guitarists, here are two Willie Nelson hits youll love to play. Crazy Written by Willie Nelson  Recorded by Patsy Cline Crazy has a good amount of chord changes over relatively simple chords. The song is slow enough that the chord changes are not too difficult, but once mastered, this is a very satisfying song to play. It starts on a G chord, then moves to an E chord, which is an extremely easy transition for a beginner guitarist. The E then moves to an Am chord, which is the same chord form, just moved to different strings. Next, move to D7. This simple pattern repeats for the rest of the verse, before moving to a basic C-G-D7 pattern for the chorus, with an A7 thrown in for good measure. So instead of including difficult jumps and chord movements, Nelson shows an economy of motion when he moves from one simple chord to another. Plus, the song includes simple chords that any beginner should know. G E7 Am Crazy Im crazy for feeling so lonely D7 G Im crazy crazy for feeling so blue E7 Am I know youd love me as long as you wanted D7 G And then someday youd leave me for somebody new C G Worry why do I let myself worry A7 D7 Wondering what in the world did I do G E7 Am Crazy for thinking that my love could hold you C D7 Am G Im crazy for trying crazy for crying Am D7 G And Im crazy for lov-ing you E7 Am Crazy Im crazy for feeling so lonely D7 G Im crazy crazy for feeling so blue E7 Am I know youd love me as long as you wanted D7 G And then someday youd leave me for somebody new C G Worry why do I let myself worry A7 D7 Wondering what in the world did I do G E7 Am Crazy for thinking that my love could hold you C D7 Am G Im crazy for trying crazy for crying Am D7 G And Im crazy for lov-ing you On the Road Again Written and Recorded by Willie Nelson This classic country song has a gospel-like chord progression. It moves from the beginning C chord to an E7, and just like many gospel songs, moves to a Dm chord before finishing with a standard cadence of F to G. The chorus is also interesting, as it revolves around the simple I IV V of C F and G, but Nelson uses the Dm and the E7 chords to flavor the chorus. This simple but catchy song is easy to learn, and satisfying to the beginning guitarist whos learning to branch out from the basics of I IV and V, and add a few more chords to their bag of tricks. What are some of your favorite classic country songs? Let us know in the comments below! C E7 On the road again just cant wait to get on the road again Dm The life I love is making music with my friends F G7 C And I cant wait to get on the road again C7 F C On the road again like a band of gypsies we go down highway F C Were the best of friends insisting that the world keep turning our way G7 C E7 And our way is on the road again just cant wait to get on the road again Dm The life I love is making music with my friends F G7 C And I cant wait to get on the road again C E7 On the road again goin places that Ive never been Dm Seein things that I may never see again F G7 C And I cant wait to get on the road again C7 F C On the road again like a band of gypsies we go down highway F C Were the best of friends insisting that the world keep turning our way G7 C E7 And our way is on the road again just cant wait to get on the road again Dm The life I love is making music with my friends F G7 C And I cant wait to get on the road again Give these songs a try and let us know what you think. Need some extra help? Find a guitar teacher in your area. What are some of your favorite classic country songs? Share them in the comments below! Willy M. teaches guitar, ukulele, and mandolin lessons in Winston, NC. He is the author of the Dead Mans Tuning series of mandolin songbooks, and is a former member of the American Federation of Musicians. Willy has been teaching for 20 years, and his students have ranged in age from young children to folks in their 80s. Learn more about Willy 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 John P.

Essential French Vocabulary Greetings, Introductions, and More Social Phrases

Essential French Vocabulary Greetings, Introductions, and More Social Phrases Suzy S. Ready to say hello to the French-speaking world? Heading to a French-speaking country soon? Chances are youd love to get a head start on some useful French greetings and phrases. In this article, well cover the most important French phrases youll need for greetings, farewells, and introductions, in addition to a few others just for fun. But first check out this quick video tutorial for some helpful pronunciation tips! 1) Bonjour! Hello! This is probably the most universally recognized French greeting. It literally means “Good day!” It can be used in the morning or during the day. If its still the morning and you are tempted to say “good morning,” though, be careful. The literal translation of the English greeting is “bon matin,” but this phrase doesnt actually exist in French. Just say “bonjour.” 2) Bonsoir! Good evening! “Bon” means good and “soir” means evening. Pretty logical. Unlike anglicized attempts at good morning, this one works. Use it appropriately :). 3) Comment-allez vous? How are you? Allez technically is a form of the verb aller (to go), but doesnt translate that way in this situation. French has two levels of formality when speaking to one person. This is the more respectful version. (Note the use of “vous” instead of “tu.”) If you are speaking with a friend, you can also say, Comment vas-tu? 4) Je vais tres bien, merci. Im doing very well, thank you. It can be shortened to Tres bien, merci (Very well, thank you). 5) Je ne vais pas bien. / Je vais mal. / Comme ci comme ça. I am not doing well. / I am doing badly. / (Im doing) so-so. Probably you wont say this to a stranger or to a superior or colleague if youre trying to be polite. Around family members, friends, or the doctor, however, it may be in your interest and theirs to give an honest response. 6) Et vous? And you? How about you? You can use this after someone has asked you a question, youve (most likely) responded, and you want to ask them the same question. As in #3, this is the formal form. The informal version is, Et tu? 7) Comment vous appelez-vous? Whats your name? Appeler is a French verb meaning “to call,” so you are literally asking what they call themselves. Again, this is the more formal form. To speak to a peer, say, comment tappelles-tu? 8) Je mappelle _____________. My name is _____________. Use this to respond to #7, inserting your name in the space. 9) Au revoir! Until (we) see (each other) again! See you later! Au means “to the,” and in this context, until. Revoir means to see again. 10) A tout a lheure! See you (very) soon! Usually this is used when two peers, friends, or colleagues must part temporarily, but will see each other later the same day. 11) A demain! See you tomorrow! More literally: Until tomorrow! 12) A plus tard! See you later! More literally: Until later! This can be used if you will see the person again the same day, or also if you will see them again soon, but you arent sure exactly when. For instance, in may be that you see them once or several times a week, and so for the two of you, if you see them in a few days, its still considered to be relatively soon. 13) Adieu! Good-bye (forever)! Hopefully you will not have say this one too often. Sometimes it is used dramatically in movies or plays when someone is on their deathbed. 14) Jaime la France! I like / love France! Technically, adorer is a stronger “like” verb than aimer, which is safely translated to “like,” and sometimes translated to “love.” If you want to state more strongly how much you like France, say, Jadore la France! 15) Cest toute la faute du gouvernment! Its all the fault of the government! When I was in second year French, another French speaker who had studied abroad in France told me that French people tend to blame the government for many things that go wrong. (This sometimes has a ring of truth to it.) She went on to tell me that whenever I didnt know the answer, I could always use this phrase. So now I pass it on to you. If youre not sure, just blame it on the government! Sharpen your French conversation skills by studying with a private tutor. French tutors are available to work with you online via Skype or in-person depending on your location and availability. Search for your French tutor today! Carol Beth L. teaches  French in San Francisco, CA. She has a Masters in French language education from the Sorbonne University in Paris and has been teaching since 2009.  Learn more about Carol Beth 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 Barry Pousman

How to Set Maths Tutor Prices

How to Set Maths Tutor Prices How Much Should a Math Tutor charge for  Maths Tuition? ChaptersWhat Should My Private Tutoring Rates Should Be for Teaching Maths?Are Tutoring Rates for one to one Maths Lessons different for Maths Tutors?Highlight Your Maths Skills to Optimise your Private Tutoring RatesWhat are the Average Private Tutoring Rates UK?The Price of Maths Lessons: What Are The Tutor Rates In Your Area?Maths, Physics, Chemistry: Your Versatility Is Your AdvantagePrivate Maths Tutoring Rates on SuperprofAccording to The Guardian,  the proportion of schoolchildren receiving additional private tutoring has risen from 18% to 25% in the last decade.The one on one tutoring market is both considerable and growing.Whether your tutoring services include online tutoring, test prep, or supplemental instruction,  there are  plenty of tutoring jobs and online tutoring jobs, especially for maths tutors, science tutors, and biology tutors.Many students are looking to find a maths tutor for mathematical concepts. Logic and maths cause some of the biggest problems for stude nts in school and many students are looking for a home tutor.These problems persist through primary school, secondary school, sixth form, and at university, and rear their ugly heads when it comes to exams and achieving academic success.If you want to become a maths tutor, you need to ask yourself the question: how much do I charge for a maths tutorials? How much are tutoring programs worth? What's a fair price for a tutoring job?Do you need help deciding on your rates? Superprof will help you through the steps to take in order to decide on a fair price for private tuition. CalumDrama School Entrance Teacher 5.00 (15) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ToriSpanish Teacher 5.00 (1) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors OliviaSchool support Teacher 5.00 (2) £21/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkESOL (English) Teacher 4.76 (17) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YuweiChinese Teacher 4.33 (6) £19/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Je nniferMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LouiseAutoCAD Teacher 5.00 (3) £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RickyPercussion Teacher 5.00 (7) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NicolasGuitar Teacher 5.00 (2) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MyriamOrganic chemistry Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JonathanEconomics Teacher 5.00 (9) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Oluwakemi imoleMaths Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AlexPhysics Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AdamSinging Teacher 5.00 (14) £48/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValentiniMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (2) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MilenaMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RashmiEconomics Teacher 5.00 (1) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsWhat Should My Private Tut oring Rates Should Be for Teaching Maths?Whether it’s just to get to the end of the month, pay your student loans, or boost your salary, you’ve decided to make the most of your maths knowledge.Stop stressing about how much to charge for maths tutorials! Superprof is here to help. (Source: Odyssey)If you’re an expert in algebra, geometry, physics, chemistry, fractions, whole numbers, trigonometry, or calculus, or even a certified maths teacher with tonnes of qualifications, you should make the most of this knowledge by monetising these skills through in home tutoring.Is everyone around you either being tutored or getting into private tutorials and offering academic support or mentoring students?What are you waiting for? It’s easy to become a maths tutor! Have you got what it takes to teach private maths tutorials and start scheduling your maths tutorials one hour at a time?Whether you’re sharing your knowledge, helping students in maths catch up, prepare for an exam, finish an assignment, you can do it!Once you’ve established you’ve got the necessary skills, it’s time to deal with the most important detail: how do you decide how much you should charge? Are you an online tutor or offering home tutoring?Are Tutoring Rates for one to one Maths Lessons different for Maths Tutors?Is homework maths help more expensive than catch-up classes or private tutorials? Are maths tutors well paid?There are so many questions to consider when it comes to being a private tutor. However, the first question you need to ask yourself is “how much am I worth?”As you’ll obviously know, it’s down to you to decide on the rate for your maths tutorials. It’s important to feel satisfied with your salary.Never feel underpaid for your work!Take your professional experience, pedagogy, tools, studies and your experience in teaching private tutorials into account: then you can make a decision on your rates.You’ll quickly discover whether the rates for your maths tuto rials are too high or low. The look on a parents face will often tell you this.Highlight Your Maths Skills to Optimise your Private Tutoring RatesOnce the rates for your maths tutorials have been decided, you need to know how to sell them. Are you a specialised algebra tutor? You should mention it!While knowing how to solve a Rubik's cube is impressive, you shouldn't factor it into the price of your tutorials. (Source: Wikipedia)Even more so if they’re above the local and national averages. You’ll be asked why your rates are so high. You’ll need to have an answer as to why.The best tutors charge the highest rates. You need to prove you're the best when it comes to academic tutoring.Quality pays for itself. Many tutors offer free tutoring for the first hour to showcase their quality. Which is certainly true for academic support. In fact, it’s almost true in most cases. If you have impeccable maths skills, your rates should reflect this. You have to also highlight your various skills:Quality homework help,Teaching education as part of national education system,A knowledge of advances maths concepts, far beyond Pythagoras’ theorem: trigonometry, prediction interval, square roots, literal arithmetic, scalar products, fractions, exponential functions, differential equations, etc.Maths, engineering, physics education, ideally at university level.IT skills: particularly maths programmes and smartphone and tablet apps.All these elements make up the maths tutor you are today. They should certainly be taken into account when deciding the cost of your maths tutorials. Don’t forget to mention to parents CalumDrama School Entrance Teacher 5.00 (15) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ToriSpanish Teacher 5.00 (1) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors OliviaSchool support Teacher 5.00 (2) £21/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkESOL (English) Teacher 4.76 (17) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YuweiChinese Teacher 4.33 (6) £19/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JenniferMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LouiseAutoCAD Teacher 5.00 (3) £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RickyPercussion Teacher 5.00 (7) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NicolasGuitar Teacher 5.00 (2) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MyriamOrganic chemistry Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JonathanEconomics Teacher 5.00 (9) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Oluwakemi imoleMaths Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AlexPhysics Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AdamSinging Teacher 5.00 (14) £48/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValentiniMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (2) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MilenaMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RashmiEconomics Teacher 5.00 (1) £35/h1st lesson f ree!Discover all our tutorsWhat are the Average Private Tutoring Rates UK?Rather than deciding your rates for maths tutorials yourself, why not do a bit of research first?As a private tutor, you don’t want to overcharge or be underpaid.The average rates will mean you’re well paid. How can you find out the average rates for maths tutorials in the UK?While there are plenty of tutoring companies, we obviously recommend going straight to the Superprof website.Of course, each of these tutors has fixed their rates based on their education as well as their experience. If you’re just starting out, you should look for other tutors with similar profiles.Perhaps you’ll find that the price for your maths tutorials were too low and be able to increase them.The Price of Maths Lessons: What Are The Tutor Rates In Your Area?A quick search is only the first indication of how much a maths tutorial should cost.You should be more specific. Perhaps you’ve forgotten to look at the rates paid in your area in the UK, especially since the rates for maths tutorials differ from region to region.Why? This is usually due to the fact that the cost of living and average salaries differ depending on the region.You’ll probably not be surprised to find out that private maths tutors in London and the neighbouring areas tend to charge more than anywhere else in the UK.If you aren’t in the capital, how can you find out the rates? Head to Superprof's Maths tutor page, and conduct your search in your area.Just type in the name of your city or the postcode. The results page will show you the prices of local tutors. Then you can see an average rate and decide based on that.Maths, Physics, Chemistry: Your Versatility Is Your AdvantageStart off flexible but always work towards the main objective: fixing your rates for in-home tutorials or academic support.If you have related science skills or qualifications, don't forget to factor them into your hourly rate! (Source:  Stathopoulos Lab)You can always do better. If you highlight the related scientific subjects you can teach, don’t forget to reflect this in your rates. You're not just a maths tutor, you're also a physics tutor, chemistry tutor, biology tutor, and all-round science tutor!When it comes to maths, don’t forget to mention the range of your maths knowledge, especially your primary, secondary, and even, university education. Ticking any of these boxes will end up with you getting paid!Furthermore, if you’re highly educated and experienced, maths tutorials aren’t your only option. You might even be able to teach:Physics,Chemistry,Biology,Geography,Technology,A Level preparation,Engineering,The simple fact of being able to teach something mathematical will make you a more well-rounded tutor. This is why some parents will pay your more for being able to teach their child various subjects. You should definitely mention it!Private Maths Tutoring Rates on SuperprofIn-home tutorials, academic support, and ho mework help are becoming more and more important. Whether the students are in primary school, secondary school, sixth form, or university.Thanks to Superprof, there is a wealth of information on the rates for private tutorials published. Every time an educator is hired, Superprof puts this information to work out market trends.The growing private tutor market can provide an attractive salary. (Source: LinkedIn)To work out the price of private tutorials and your wage, we recommend having a look at the tutor jobs on Superprof’s annual report on the private tutorial market, trends, and projections. Here is some key information:A private tutorial is on average £6 more expensive in London than in Newcastle, £18 is the average price of a maths tutorial across the UK,38% of state-educated 11- to 16 year-olds in the UK received help from a tutor for maths revision GCSE to pass a specific exam.  This means that there’s a huge market of potential clients awaiting you.According to a surve y by  EdPlace, parents spend on average £2758 on tutoring per child per year.Discover maths background  across the world of teaching over the centuries.

Discover the World of African Dance

Discover the World of African Dance Learn to Master these African Dance Moves ChaptersWhy Learn African Dance Steps?What Are the Different Types of African Dance?Learn African Dance Moves at a Dance SchoolAfrican Dance Classes at Dance AssociationsTake Private Lessons in African DanceFed up with traditional Zumba classes online, floor barre workouts and tap dance lessons? Why not try African dance with a qualified and experienced dance teacher?African dances are well known for being both energetic and technical!Thanks to a recent surge in popularity, African dance is now accessible for all dancing levels, from beginners to experts and everything in between. Dance in twos, in a large group or solo: there is something for everyone!Read our advice to learn to dance as if you're in Africa!Ace Dance Music in BirminghamMovema in Liverpool and BristolDsantos Dance UK  in South LondonDance House in GlasgowDance Classes in Bangor, North WalesDU Dance in Belfast, Northern IrelandUnfortunately, national dance schools do not offer African dance training, focusing primar ily on contemporary, classical and modern jazz dance classes.Nevertheless, more  independent dance schools offer specific lessons in African dance: so be on the lookout in your city!In school or in an association, from African dance to Irish dance, there is something for everyone.African Dance Classes at Dance AssociationsTo learn to dance in a friendly atmosphere, nothing like classes at a dance association!Some associations even organise trips to African countries. Why not show off your dancing talents abroad! Source: Visual HuntDance associations offer dance classes for educational purposes to promote values such as self-acceptance, respect and community. Most members of African dance associations make long-lasting friendships during these lessons.Classes in associations are therefore a wonderful way to discover African culture while enjoying dance lessons at reasonable prices. Indeed, associations are suited to all budgets and the price is adapted to your personal situation. For example, students, young people or job seekers can benefit from discounted rates for dance classes.Go ahead and register with a dance association today!Most of the time, you just have to fill out a registration form with your personal information, indicating your preferred style of dance. Associations should offer trial classes so that students can be confident in their learning.In some cases, associations ask for a medical certificate to prove you're fit to dance. As African dances are particularly demanding, it's important to be in good shape before starting classes!Want to try out another world dance? Immerse yourself in the world of Indian dance.Take Private Lessons in African DanceTo improve your dance technique, why not hire an African dance teacher just for you?With private African dance lessons, you'll be mistaken for a native in no time. Source: PixabayIn just a few clicks, beginners or experts in dance can find their perfect teacher to help them with warm-ups and improve their understanding of African dance. Furthermore, students don't have to have any old teacher: here, it is the pupil alone who chooses their teacher according to their experience and specialities.At Superprof, the average price of a one-hour African dance lesson is less than £30!An African dance class is usually held in a professional dance studio so that students can learn in the best conditions. More than 92% of our teachers offer their first hour of lessons for free: what more motivation do you need to give dancing a go?Getting a private teacher has many advantages:Regular follow-up for the student,Competitive rates,The opportunity to learn several styles of African dance,Your own choice of teacher,A negotiable price,The flexibility to take dance classes online,Learn dance exercises you can do yourself,African dance lessons for all levels, etc.Some African dance  students opt for group classes, with friends or family. In addition to being more economically friendly, this method of teaching is much more enjoyable and allows you to share your passion for dance with your loved ones!So, embark on a new adventure and become a pro in African dancing?From African to country dancing to Spanish dance lessons as well as online  Zumba classes, Superprof has you covered.

What is it Like to Attend University of Denver

What is it Like to Attend University of Denver The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach theyre sharing their college experiences as well. Nadine is currently a sophomore at University of Denver majoring in Spanish and Communications. She specializes infirstgrade throughninthgrade Math tutoring, as well as English tutoringand Spanish tutoring. Check out what she had to say about University of Denver: VT: Describe the campus setting and transportation options.How urban or safe is the campus?Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Nadine:The University of Denver campus is quite small, so transportation never seems to be an issue. I personally longboard around campus, and many of my friends bike, but you can get from one side of campus to the other with a 15-minute walk. Students are given free RTD passes, which enable us to use any form of city transportation (i.e. buses and the light rail), but it is honestly unnecessary unless you are living very far from campus. University of Denver is located on the outskirts of the city. It is a very safe campus, but a 15-minute light rail ride can take you right into the heart of Denver. VT: How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Nadine:The professors and advisers I have had so far have been very available. If you email with a question, they will undoubtedly respond within 24 hours. If you are looking to meet during hours outside of their normal office hours, they are more than willing to work with you and to find a time that suits you both. VT: How would you describe the dorm life rooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Nadine:Although I currently live off-campus, I thoroughly enjoyed my dorm experience. I lived in a Living and Learning Community, which anyone is able to apply for, and that is where I met the majority of my friends here at University of Denver. Living in the dorms is a great way to socialize with new people, but there are also plenty of clubs and organizations that one can become involved withI have also made a large amount of friends through my club involvements. There are two main dining halls, which serve a variety of food, as well as a few other places to each at, such as Subway or the late-night pub. VT: Which majors/programs are best represented and supported?What did you study and why? Did the university do a good job supporting your particular area of study? Nadine:University of Denvers Daniels College of Business is by far the most represented and supported here; many students come here specifically to study Business. However, I am currently double-majoring in Spanish and Communications. I chose these two majors because I am genuinely interested in them, and I know that I will choose a more specific subject related to teaching when I get my Masters degree. Although the main focus is Business, University of Denver supports all majors, and it even has an opportunity where you can create your own. VT: How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Nadine:Because I was very involved in clubs, club sports, and my Living and Learning Community, it was very easy to meet new people and make new friends. I would say that as long as you are willing to put in the effort to try new things, you will be successful in finding compatible friends. About 20% of students at University of Denver are involved in Greek life. I have many friends who enjoy it, but I personally decided not to be a part of it, and I have never felt my social life has suffered because of that choice. VT: How helpful is the Career Centerand other student support services?Do many reputable companies recruit on campus? Nadine:Although I have limited experience with the Career Center, the few times that I have visited were very helpful. The counselor I met with provided me with advice on applying to certain internships, and she goes out of her way to inform me of company opportunities that I may be interested in. VT: How are the various study areas such aslibraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Are they over-crowded, easily available, spacious? Nadine:I spend a lot of time in our library, which was built about two years ago. The library is beautiful and very spacious. There are multiple floors with varying silence levels. During midterms and finals, the library becomes much more crowded than usual, but there is never a problem finding a quiet place to study and get work done. VT: Describe the surrounding town. What kinds of outside establishments / things to do are there that make it fun, boring, or somewhere in between?To what extent do students go to the downtown area of the city versus staying near campus? Nadine:We are very fortunate to have Denver very close to our campus. It is a very unique and spacious city with a lot of opportunities. Some choose to go downtown for various reasons, but there are many choices around the general campus in terms of restaurants, bars, etc. If there is something you are looking for that is not near University of Denver, I am sure you will be able to find it with a quick ride on the light rail. VT: How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Nadine:The undergraduate population at University of Denver is around 5,500, which I believe is the perfect size. It is small enough where you are always running into someone you know, but also large enough where you are always meeting new people too. I have been very pleased with my class sizes so far. My largest class, which was a general science class, had about 60 students, and my smallest class had about 8. This year, my largest class has been about 25 students. I am very happy with the class sizes here. It was a large factor in picking University of Denver for my undergraduate education. VT: Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Nadine:For my Freshman Seminar Class, I took a course called Revolutions and Revolutionaries in Latin America, which I very much enjoyed. The professor was absolutely wonderful, and I learned a tremendous amount. One day in the spring, I was with a friend throwing a Frisbee around before our biology class, and my professor and his friend saw us and joined in. We played for about 15 minutes together, discussing random current events and joking around. I do not believe that at many schools I could have a close connection with a professor like this. I believe that the professors genuinely enjoy what they teach here, and it makes it much more enjoyable to be a student when the professor is passionate about what he or she is here for. Check out Nadines tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

What are your principles A listening exercise

What are your principles A listening exercise What are you principles? How do they affect decisions you make at work? We hear  of large corporations and governmental corruption so often that I wonder: What happened to these peoples principles? When did they stop caring?Would you not take a job based on your principles? Would you stand up to your boss based on your principles? Where do you draw the line?Listen to Morgan Freeman discuss losing  job opportunities based on his principles, then see if you can answer the questions.Answer the questions below in comments, and well respond.1. How often did Morgan Freeman go to the movies?2. What observation does he make about disaster movies from this period?3. Why didnt he get much work in the early 80s?4. ______ to say, I didnt get that job.5. How did he feel about the movie Glory? Why?6. What does he need in his acting roles?7. What type of roles or movies does he refuse to take part in?Tell us  about corruption in your country. What causes corruption? Do you have a solution?

Importance of the SAT and ACT

Importance of the SAT and ACT Does my SAT/ACT score really matter that much? Thats a question we get a lot when working with exam prep students who are early in their journeys to apply to college. The answer isnt totally simple, however. Lets explore it from a few different perspectives: For the most selective colleges, the SAT and ACT support the overall story of how academically prepared a candidate is for college. For example, consider Dartmouth College, which has an acceptance rate of just 8.7%. Dartmouths required application components include SAT or ACT scores, but the admissions website states that while testing is required, it isnt the ultimate factor in evaluating an application. Test scores are considered in conjunction with students academic record/transcripts and recommendations. For colleges that are less selective, SAT and ACT scores matter, but theyre taken into account alongside other criteria such as class rank, recommendations and perhaps a personal essay. At these schools, its safe to assume that students GPAs and rigorous high school curriculum are at the top of the list of things considered. For colleges that do not require the SAT or ACT, students have greater control over how they present themselves as candidates for admission. Take the University of Puget Sound for example, which leaves the choice of whether to submit standardized test scores up to each applicant. Their stance is that students might have the academic preparation and commitment to excel in college, even if their SAT or ACT scores indicate otherwise. That said, if a student feels that their SAT or ACT score would bolster their application, it might be wise to include it in their application materials. Generally, here are a few things to keep in mind regarding SAT and ACT scores and their importance: Its a good idea to visit a colleges website for details about their admissions requirements. Each college has their own methods for evaluating applicants. When in doubt, visit the admissions website to get an understanding of how they assess students application packages. Check out the class academic profile, if available. Many colleges provide a snapshot of their most-recently admitted students. This is by no means a list of requirements, but can give your teen a sense of the typical student who attends that college. Here, you should be able to find the mean SAT and ACT score as well as other information about the individuals who make up the student body. A holistic admissions process means other factors are weighed. Poke around a colleges admissions website, and you might find a section titled What Were Looking For or something similar. Many colleges explain that admission is a holistic process, which means that all documentation a student submits is reviewed and considered when the college makes its decision. That could include standard criteria like high school curriculum (and rigor) and GPA as well as things like the essay, demonstrated leadership and recommendations. Your teens SAT or ACT scores do matter if he is trying to get into college, but their weight might be impacted by the other factors a college considers in the admission process as well as each colleges selectivity. Bottom line: earning strong scores on the SAT or ACT can only help your teen. It pays to prepare! Questions about the SAT or ACT and how to prepare your teen for success on either exam? Contact Huntington today.

6 Twitter Strategies for the High-flying Language Learner

6 Twitter Strategies for the High-flying Language Learner 6 Twitter Strategies for the High-flying Language Learner Twitter.It sounds innocent enough.But the staggering view from your timeline will show you its anything but.And regular use will have you so addicted  youll soon be checking it from the remotest areas where you can get service.If youve been paying attention for the last few years, you know that Twitter can accomplish unimaginable things. It can change the world!And make no mistake, Twitter is a one-of-a-kind tool that language learners everywhere can use to achieve fluency.In this post, well look into techniques that language learners like you can use to make the most out of the platform.So get ready to transform those simple tweets into serious learning! What Makes Twitter Perfect for Language Learners?Its short-form.With only 140 characters a tweet, the platform was virtually made for language learners. Even when the limit was doubled to 280 characters in 2017, the average tweet length, according to CEO Jack Dorsey, remained the same.Twitter is short and simple enough that langua ge learners are able to study and mine tweets for language gems. Its bite-sized nature makes it very digestible. It lives right in that vocabulary sweet-spot where you have just enough context to make out what words might mean in a foreign language.Everybodys already there.The language learning website youre subscribed to is probably on Twitter. The language teachers and target-language vloggers whose YouTube videos you love probably also have Twitter accounts. They might even be dishing out unique content there. Everybody, including regular native speakers who have some very interesting things to say, is available for the Follow.Youll not run out of language material on this platform. Many people are tweeting daily. Active users are tweeting multiple times a day. What you get is authentic material that mirrors how native speakers actually use their language. Very often, how people tweet is also how they would speak in real life.Plus, you get material thats fresh and relevant to the news or trending topics of the day.Its multimedia.What began as a text-based phenomenon has exploded into a multimedia domain. Twitter isnt just a place to post your thoughts as text. You can also post images, GIFs, podcasts and videos. You can practically link to any content from anywhere on the internet.And if you follow the right people, your feed will be fat with multimedia goodies that are a language learners dream. On Twitter, you have the best of all worlds, linguistically speaking. You have the most interesting stories curated by a community of users all in a language that youre learning.This makes it a great tool to use with FluentU. FluentU takes real-world videosâ€"like movie trailers, music videos and inspiring talksâ€"and turns them into personalized language lessons.With FluentU, you hear languages in real-world contextsâ€"the way that native speakers actually use them.Just a quick look will give you an idea of the variety of FluentU videos on offer:FluentU really tak es the grunt work out of learning languages, leaving you with nothing but engaging, effective and efficient learning. It’s already hand-picked the best videos for you and organized them by level and topic. All you have to do is choose any video that strikes your fancy to get started!Each word in the interactive captions comes with a definition, audio, image, example sentences and more.Access a complete interactive transcript of every video under the Dialogue tab, and easily review words and phrases from the video under Vocab.You can use FluentU’s unique adaptive quizzes to learn the vocabulary and phrases from the video through fun questions and exercises. Just swipe left or right to see more examples of the word youre studying.The program even keeps track of what you’re learning and tells you exactly when it’s time for review, giving you a 100% personalized experience.Start using FluentU on the website with your computer or tablet or, better yet, download the FluentU app fr om the iTunes store or Google Play store.You can easily find current stories in the news or entertainment worlds on FluentU and then go see what people are saying about those stories on Twitterâ€"you can also follow trending topics on Twitter and search for related videos on FluentU.Twitter should be part of a whole rich repertoire of tools that you use for learning a second language. With that being said, lets now turn to six very powerful strategies that will make your Twitter account (or your future Twitter account) a language learning machine.6 Twitter Strategies for the High-flying Language Learner1) Follow the right accounts.First of all, with the things that youre going to do here, it would be best to have a dedicated Twitter account for the purpose of language study. Its not optimal to have your language feed get mixed with tweets in your native language from Miley Cyrus, that football team you follow and that late night show host who posts video clips of comedy sketches.Tha t said, here are some of the accounts that you should follow:The accounts of native speakers.Whether youre learning Spanish, French, German, Italian or whatever, there are likely plenty of native speakers whose tweets you can learn from. This is really not a big commitment thing. You can follow a couple of accounts that you think would be interesting. If you later find out theyre not up to snuff, then you can simply unfollow and pick somebody else. Youll probably have no shortage of native speakers who can give you an authentic taste of your target language.Accounts related to language learning.Like I said, everybody is on Twitter. Well, practically everybody. So youll be able to easily find accounts run by known language bloggers, polyglots, teachers, tutors, language exchange sites and people who simply love learning languages. Their tweets are a goldmine of lessons and insights.Twitter is also a great way to see the latest FluentU postsâ€"follow us and well keep you in the loop!A ccounts related to your hobbies but in the relevant language.Say youre a foodie. Well, you can still be that and have second helpings with a second language, and you can indulge your other passions with your love for languages, too. If youre a motorcar enthusiast who also happens to be learning German, then follow relevant accounts so youre hitting two birds with one stone.Humorous accounts that tweet in the target language.Humor is a powerful language learning tool. So if you can find funny accounts in the target language, tail them like a police officer tracking a stolen car. These accounts will not only give you access to memorable quotes, wit and quips, they’ll also be regularly serving you funny videos that feature the target language in a more authentic setting.To find any of the above for your target language, do some Google research on what youre looking for, for example, professional comedians who speak the language youre interested in. Any account you follow and read reg ularly in the language will make for good memory anchors and help you pick up the language quicker.2) Utilize advanced search to its full potential.Grab your laptop and use Twitters advanced search.You can get there by first doing a regular search.Click on advanced search and youll be taken to a page where you can further refine your search requirements. The most relevant filter will be Written in, where you can direct Twitter to search items in your target language.If you want to search for a specific phrase or expression in the target language, you can use This exact phrase to look for instances it has been used by others.3) Change the language settings.Besides searching for tweets in the target language, another thing you can do is change the language in which you use Twitter. This means the Twitter interface will appear to you in your target language.Again, youll have to use your desktop or laptop for this one.Click on your profile pic to open a pull-down menu. Click on Settings and privacy. This will give you a page that allows you to change your profile preferences. In the Account section, choose which Language you want Twitter to be in.Scroll down to Save changes and voilà! You’re doing Twitter in French.4) Google the trending hashtags in the target country.You can also use Google to find the trending hashtags in the country or countries where your target language is spoken. If youre learning Italian, search trending hashtags in Italy and youll get results for the most recent topics that are sweeping the nation.Curating trending hashtags by country will let you meet native speakers who are tweeting about burning issues. Youll also undoubtedly see videos and linked articles about those issues. This strategy will easily fill your feed with more language material than you know what to do with.5) Mine the tweets for language lessons.So, you now have an account that regularly serves you up with tweets in the target language. What do you do?Read the tweets aloud.This may come as a surprise, but you wont pick up the language just by reading with your eyes. You need to get that mouth moving and that tongue wagging. Read the tweets aloud, over and over. The advantage of reading tweets out loud over other written material is that tweets often sound more authentic. Native speakers often tweet the way they speak, so what you’re able to practice may closely resemble spoken language.Figure out what the tweets mean.This is fun. Youre staring at something thats foreign to you, so how do you figure out what the words mean? A little sleuthing will be required on your part, but it will explode your vocabulary.Copy the tweet and ask Google to translate it for you. Or, make it even more fun by doing it in parts. Its best to  get a few choice words translated and try to guess the meaning of the whole tweet. This develops your context reading skills, which is very important in learning a language.Use emojis to help you suss out a tweets meaning. If a video comes with a text intro, watch the video first and use it to figure out what the tweet says. Language learning becomes fun when youre able to make a simple game out of it.Dont worry about getting the most accurate translations. The important thing here is that youre working with the language and becoming more and more familiar with it.Study grammar and sentence construction.Tweets can be a good way of learning not just vocab, but grammar. Grammatical rules and structures can be gleaned from how sentences are formed. Because of the inherent limits in length, youll often see simple sentences in tweets that are easily digestible.However, because of the inherent limits, people have also developed lots of ways to pack information into little packages. So even if sentences are short, theyre still often fat with content and meaning.On Twitter, you have the chance to see complex sentences, compound sentences, nested clauses, etc. Watch for complex elements in those tweets that get close to the 280 character limit. If a thought or sentiment is spread over several tweets, then chances are, it will contain some more complicated thoughts and sentences. Twitter threads are perfect material for intermediate and advanced language learners.Studying tweets can be a good way of looking into how words relate to and support each other. The vocab sticks in your memory because it doesnt exist in a vacuum, but as part of a meaningful tweet.Follow dialogues, conversations and discussions.Sometimes, tweets go viral or become controversial. These get not only retweeted but also replied to. Emotional conversations, fat with context, can be like candy to a language learner. If you can learn from a single tweet, imagine how much youll learn from a series of tweets where theres a healthy back-and-forth volley of words between people who are incapable of backing down.As you figure out what each tweet and counter-tweet means, it will feel like youre piecing together an unfolding sto ry.Youll get emotionally charged dialogues when you click on or search for trending hashtags. Politics and religion are two examples of hot topics that can encourage these animated discussions. (Hey, it’s also a good way to learn some slang!) Just be aware that since theres all kinds of content and interactions on Twitter, you may want to adjust your settings to control what you see and whos able to interact with you personally.6) Tweet in the target language regularly.The only thought that can stop you from doing this is What if I get the tweet wrong? Then everyone will laugh at me!Hardly. Native speakers will barely care about your grammar, theyll likely assume youre a native speaker like them. Theyll be more interested in what you have to say and respond to that. Besides, if youre using a dedicated account for second language learning, you can give yourself some degree of anonymity, if that helps.To use Twitter for language learning, commit to tweeting at least three times a da y.You dont have to write long and complicated tweets. Start with simple expressions. If you find a video funny, share it and say the equivalent of This is funny! in your target language.Ask a question if you want. Say Agree! if you do. Start a friendly conversation. Support someone. Get in there. Your tweets need not be perfect, you just have to tweet. Thats it.Its all about you working with the languageâ€"composing your tweet, checking translators and looking for synonymsâ€"thats what develops your skills and hones your insights.So, what are you waiting for?!Create that new account and start taking advantage of Twitter for language learning.It really is a powerful tool that can bring you closer to your language goals.Good luck!