How to Start My Own Tutoring Center Business - Tips For Parents Who Want to Start Their Own Tutoring Center Business

How to Start My Own Tutoring Center Business - Tips For Parents Who Want to Start Their Own Tutoring Center BusinessMany people are wondering how to start their own tutoring center business. As a child, I thought that if I wanted to help people like me, I needed to go to college, take a test and learn all of the different subjects that I need to know for life. I would sit in a classroom and read books and be told that everything was explained to me. I thought that this is what I needed to do in order to make it in the world, but now that I am a parent and have two children, I realize that this is not necessary anymore.What I realized is that my life has changed so much that it seems I never need to go back to college. I don't have the time, the money or the desire to do it. With the new mommy around, I get to spend more time with my kids and they get to spend time with me.When you have two children that don't do certain things right or have certain problems that need to be fixed, you need someone to sit down with them and work with them to fix them. There are many good tutors out there that can work with your children to make them grow up well and learn all the lessons that they need to know in order to succeed in life.The first thing that a teacher needs to do is to get to know the child. They need to talk to the child about their friends, their interests, their childhood and so much more. As a parent, this is something that you just can't do. You are not there to talk to your child; instead, you are there to correct the things that they do wrong.Parents need to take the role of the coach and tutor. When you are the coach, you have the ability to listen to the problem the child is having and then give them advice to help solve the problem. It sounds ridiculous when I say this, but the reality is that most parents just don't have the time to do this and go from one lesson to the next.As a teacher, you have the ability to do this without ever having to step into the room and talk to the child. You can let the child interact with the other students and see what the child is doing wrong. You will then be able to give them the lesson will be explained by a tutor. If the child doesn't understand the lesson, they can ask for help or ask for more lessons and the tutor will be able to send the child to a class for tutoring.If you have children and you want to start your own tutoring center business, this is an excellent idea. As a parent, you just have to sit down with your children and have a chat about their problems and how they need help and you will have no problem finding a tutoring center for them.

Tips for Using Google Classroom

Tips for Using Google Classroom Does your school district use Google Classroom? If youre not familiar, Google Classroom is a free tool thats included in G Suite for Education. It helps students and teachers organize assignments, boost collaboration, and foster better communication. Every teacher wants to find ways to make teaching more productive and meaningful. Huntington offers a few ways to put Google Classroom to work: Share information, such as assignments, materials, and questions with students and other co-teachers. Manage multiple classes and share posts across classes (including announcements, assignments, or questions). Co-teach with up to 20 other instructors at a time. Enrich class assignments by adding YouTube videos, PDFs, or other materials you pull into Google Drive. Improve communication by starting and managing class discussions, sharing resources, giving real-time feedback, and engaging students in the class discussion stream. Parents can also sign up for an email summary of their students work. Integrate your work with other Google tools, like Google Docs, Calendar, Drive, Gmail, and Forms. Keep your students organized by encouraging them to track class work and materials, share resources with classmates via the class stream, submit assignments, and keep track of grades. Theres a lot you can do with Google Classroom. Visit https://classroom.google.com to explore the possibilities and make your classroom more effective.

#RevisionCalm First Tutors Competition

#RevisionCalm â€" First Tutors Competition The half-term is is now over and the race towards exam-time has begun. Spring will soon arrive and with it brings the air of preparing for those upcoming, important exams. Some may say that February is too early to start stressing about exams, while others will already have their revision timetables ready and their private tutor booked in to get them prepared sooner rather than later. The pressure that comes with exam time comes in many different forms for both the student and the parent; anxiety, tiredness, fear, stress, worry... and a whole lot more emotions that can sometimes be difficult to suppress. And we all know that while a little bit of stress can help motivate us to work that little bit harder, a lot of stress can cause more harmful side-effects including migraines, loss of appetite and insomnia. Here at First Tutors we know that exam time can be stressful; important exams mean important results. Revision is important but it doesn't have to be a rough ride, filled with stress, arguments and worry. It's all about starting early, being prepared and staying as calm as possible! As it's such a difficult time to relax we thought we'd help you out a little. From today we are running our #RevisionCalm competition. The prize is 50 worth of GoApe vouchers. On Facebook simply 'like' or reply to our posts using #RevisionCalm. On Twitter and G+ follow us, and retweet using #RevisionCalm (Terms Conditions are below). In the meantime to help you find that elusive Revision Calm here's some of our best tips. Revision Tips for the pressurised student 1. Revise at a desk not in your bed. It makes you feel more alert and puts you in a work state of mind. Plus it then makes your bed the relaxing place to get away from it all. 2. Plan Ahead! Make a schedule and try to stick to it. Plan each topic and time carefully instead of trying to study random topics. Structured studying is always more effective. 3. Take regular breaks. The brain can only take so much studying. If you feel your mind wandering it's probably time for a snack. 4. Turn off the sound on your devices while you revise. Sounds obvious but there's nothing so distracting and stressful as constant text, messaging and what's app alerts. Revision Calm Tips for the stressed parent 1. Don't stress your teen out by constantly checking on him/her. It will irritate them, irritate you and distract both of your from the job in hand. 2. Be there when they need you. Make sure you support your teen and make them feel that you understand what they are going through. If they feel they can ask you for your help or you are there to test them, they will feel less pressure, you will feel less stressed and the home will be a happier environment. 3. Don't create an all or nothing mindset - exams are important but making kids think it's this or nothing equals panic not motivation. 4. Work out what's really stressing you out. What's at the root of your exam panic - personal past experience, other parents throwing you into panic, a feeling that your child is struggling? Deal with this to alleviate your stress. Terms and Conditions 1. How to Enter 1.1. To enter the competition 'Like' our #RevisionCalm posts on Facebook or post a reply using #RevisionCalm. On Twitter or Google+ 'Follow' First Tutors and then retweet using #RevisionCalm. 1.2. The winner will be announced the week of the 28th March 2016. 2. When to Enter and Who can Enter 2.1. The Competition opens on Monday 22nd 2016 and closes Sunday 20th March 2016. Winners will be notified within a week of the closing date. 2.2. Entrants can enter at any point between these dates 2.3. The Competition is only open to UK residents over 21 years excluding employees and agents of First Tutors and anyone professionally connected with the administration of the competition. 3. Prizes 3.1. 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Why are Sunsets Red

Why are Sunsets Red If youre just like most people then you feel happy and excited about the beautiful scene of an orange-red sunset. Have you ever asked why are sunsets red? No? Well, go on reading and learn the knowledge to impress your school-aged boy who shows some interest in science The short answer to the question Why are Sunsets Red is because of the Scattering of Light. Light can be regarded as ray or particle. First, lets use the particle model. Our dear sun bombards the earth each day with tons of light particles called photons. Upon entering the atmosphere of our planet Earth these photons interact with the molecules in the air. Most of our atmosphere is made of Nitrogen molecules (N2). When photon hits a Nitrogen molecule it is absorbed and then re-emitted. Physicists would say these photons promote one of the electrons orbiting the Nitrogen nucleus into a higher level. But the new orbit of the electron is not stable. It spirals back to its previous state. When doing so it re-emits one photon. This absorption and emission process is call scattering of light. Now lets apply the ray (or wave) model to the light. Each wave or light has a wave length. It is the wave length which determines the color of light. Red light means a more longer wave length while blue denotes shorter length. Now lets apply our wavelength model to scattering: Shorter wave lengths (blue light) are scattered more intensely than red light. In fact, a small change in wave length has a large impact on scattering. To be precise, scattering is inversely proportional to the cube of the wavelength. In other words, shorter blue light gets scattered much more intensely than longer red light. Using our concept of scattering think of a red sun set as follows: The light coming from our sun as equal portions of red and blue light. Also think of the suns white light to consist only of blue and red components. The red light shines straight through the atmosphere while the shorter blue wave is scattered (washed out) and will shine on observers elsewhere. In other words sunsets are red because the blue light is washed out from the suns whole light spectrum. Only red light remains. Moreover, now you known why the sky is blue: These are the scattered photons criss-crossing our sky until they reach our eyes and do not participate in sun-sets. Setting the intricacies of physics aside, I like to share some trivia about worlds most beautiful sunset. While opinions differ and people would say sunsets are most beautiful in San Francisco, on a Caribbean cruise or in the middle of the sand-swept Sahara, there is a consensus for the worlds most appreciated sunset: This at Oia a place on the Greek island of Santorini. Hundreds gather nightly in Oia, taking up every last inch of space along its rock walls, stairs, gates and pathways to snap photos and give a loud and rousing round of applause as the sun sinks into the Aegean Sea. The last rays creating a spectacular light show over the whitewashed town.

Dear Nicole Arbour and Fat People

Dear Nicole Arbour and Fat People (image courtesy of www.zap2it.com) The criticism Arbour has received has also been thoughtful and in some cases funny. Notable YouTuber David So has made a response video titled “Dear Skinny People” satirizing Arbour’s own video and pointing out obvious problems with Arbour’s video. The controversy has been a mixed bag for Arbour herself. Some claims have come forward that she was fired from a potential movie deal after the director saw the video, but confirmation was lacking on sides. Time magazine has said that Arbour meant the video to be a deliberate overreaction and satire in and of itself, poking fun at obese people rather than outright shaming them. Interestingly enough in Time, they claimed Arbour had 159,000 subscribers, but as of the writing of this article the number was nearer to 209,000. Most people have criticized this response in a twofold way. Firstly, the suggestion that this is a joke, even on a comedy channel, seems a bit odd. The video is very deliberate and not actually very amusing. There seems to simply be shock value in this video, not satire. The difference is that satire seeks to change the problem to be mocked in the video, in this instance fat shaming. The problem with this video is that it has not fulfilled the role it set out to fill that of a social indicator of a larger problem using humor. The second concern raised is whether this is tactful enough to even be effective at getting a meaningful response. The video certainly has been a spark to talk about larger problems. The issue of obesity is not a new one by any stretch of the imagination. America has been getting fatter according to a study published by the Jama Network Journal. Every day we seem to have some reminder that we Americans are fat. Just look at how other nations see us. They imagine a rude white obese guy with a beer in one hand and an American flag in the other. Well then would it interest the world to know that the majority of American adults are not obese? According to the CDC, 35 percent of America is obese. That is a large group of Americans: 78.6 million people to be exact. It is, you will note however, not the majority of Americans. America’s popular image is therefore reflective of a minority of people and not an accurate representation of America. At the same time, that group of Americans that experience obesity are a large minority and as such this is not a small problem. It is, like most however, not a simple problem. America’s obesity epidemic is disproportionately focused in the Southern and Midwestern states with Mississippi and West Virginia receiving  the highest average BMI ratings by the CDC consistently. (image courtesy of the CDC) These states correspondingly have the lowest GDP consistently. This link between poverty and obesity is well established. So the idea that it is just laziness or lack of exercise that leads to obesity is not entirely true. The cause is more rooted in diet and socio-economic status since the latter directly affects the former. The interesting thing to note is the socio-economic status and diet link in this problem. College students are an increasingly at-risk group for obesity. According to work done by the Journal of American College Health, college students have lifestyle factors, like those of disparaged citizens in West Virginia and Mississippi that adversely affected their BMI. The students studied pointed to being worried about or obsessing over food as well as lack of physical exercise as possible causes. Although the rate of approximately 22 percent obese was not as high as in other parts of the U.S., it is troubling to note that fat deposits put onto one’s body in early adulthood become increasingly difficult to remove because of lifestyle changes. Most adults seeking a college education will lead largely sedentary lives, sitting down for extended periods. This leads to back pain, decreased productivity, and more weight gain. While Arbour has stirred up much controversy with her viral video, she has also done the amazing job of sparking a more profound discussion of how we treat the obese, how we respond to this epidemic, and how we ourselves can fight bad habits to promote our own health and wellbeing.

4 Easy Weeknight Dinner Meal Prep Recipes

4 Easy Weeknight Dinner Meal Prep Recipes pexels.com The reason being that it works. If you’re looking to lose weight, bulk up, eat healthy, or simply make your life a little less hectic and more organized, then meal prepping will help you tremendously. Meal prepping is especially helpful for individuals who follow special diets such as vegans, Paleo eaters, or those who suffer from gluten intolerance since it can be hard to find dishes that conform to their dietary needs on a whim. However, meal prepping has received a lot of mainstream attention as more and more people try to get a handle on the week ahead. Its also a great way to ensure that you eat healthy and when you need to, and not to mention for much less than buying meals at a restaurant. By simply Google searching the phrase “meal prep” you will find thousands of recipes for preparing everything from breakfast and lunch, to snacks and smoothies ahead of time. In my own life, I’m a big believer of meal prepping dinners. I find I have the tendency to eat crappiest after a long day of work when I would just rather buy something and get it over with. But ever since I started preparing my dinners, I find that not only are my meal choices drastically healthier, all that I have to do once I arrive home is put on my comfy pants and pop a dish in the microwave or oven and I’m good to go. It especially diverts my temptations to go out on weeknights knowing that I already have food waiting for me once I arrive home. All that I do is dedicate my Sunday or Monday evening (depending on the week) to cooking up a big batch of a meal or two, that I just divide in Tupperware containers and save in the fridge for the remainder of the week. I promise that meal prepping is not only limited to chicken breasts and broccoli; there are an endless variety of healthy meals to be prepped. Take a look at a few of my favorite dinner meal prep recipes below! Burrito Bowl Mason Jars Everybody loves a good chipotle bowl, except for the extra butter and sodium. This chipotle take has all of the same delicious taste without all of the additives. The best part is that you can layer it all up into individual mason jars for a delicious, simple, and healthy portable meal. Image Via strictlydelicious.com Get the recipe here, from strictlydelicious.com. Health Tip: If you prefer a lower carbohydrate diet, you can remove the quinoa or sweet potatoes. Thai Meatballs These savory meatballs are versatile and easy-to-freeze with a hint of curry spice. They can be served in lettuce wraps, over a bed of brown rice, or with a side of sautéed veggies. They will last you for an entire week and the possibilities are endless. Try dipping them in a homemade peanut sauce for an added Thai bonus. Get the recipe here from inquiringchef.com. Grillable Veggies Burgers These veggie burgers are way better than any frozen store-bought version, not to mention that one patty has a whopping 14 grams of protein. These burgers will even stay fresh in your freezer for up to three weeks, so that you can easily grill them or pop them in the oven for a healthy and easy weeknight dinner. You can top these with onions, tomatoes, or some cheese. Image Via minimalistbaker.com Get the recipe here from minimalistbaker.com. Health Tip: Instead of bread use lettuce cups to wrap your burger. Cauliflower Fried Rice You may be thinking how can I get Chinese takeout from a head of cauliflower? Well, with this version you will not need to sacrifice a cheat meal in order to eat some yummy fried rice! The texture of the rice can actually fool even the most devout fried rice eater. It’s soft and grainy and absorbs all of the added flavors of the dish that you decide to prepare. The best part is that your typical serving of fried rice can exceed 600 calories (and that’s just one serving!). One serving of this faux Chinese staple is only 130 calories!  You can make a big batch and refrigerate several servings to last you for a week! Add some chicken, shrimp, or beef and you will never have to call your favorite takeout spot again! Okay, maybe once a month … Get the recipe here from eat-yourself-skinny.com.

italki now supports Google Hangouts, FaceTime and QQ!

italki now supports Google Hangouts, FaceTime and QQ! We are very happy to announce that italki now supports Google Hangouts, FaceTime and QQ as alternative VOIP / Instant Messenger / Chat software programs. Why should I add Google Hangouts, FaceTime or QQ? italki wants to provide our users with the greatest, most widely accepted range of VOIP / Instant Messenger / Chat software programs. While SKYPE is the most popular choice, we want to give our users the full benefit of choice so that they are not limited to just SKYPE. We also know that in some regions, certain chat software have better connectivity than others. For example, when trying to call Chinese users, QQ is the software that has the best connectivity. So go ahead and update your communication software choices and connect with the world! italki supports the following Voice Over IP /  IM / Chat software: SKYPE The preferred method of communicating on italki.   Download SKYPE here Google Hangouts Googles default messaging service offering video and voice chat. Download Google Hangouts here FaceTime Apples iOS   Video Conferencing Service.   FaceTime is pre-installed in  all iOS products QQ Chinas most popular IM Service.   Download QQ here (International Version) To add different  Voice Over IP /  IM / Chat programs 1. Hover over your small Profile Picture icon on the upper right hand corner of the screen and click on Edit Profile 2. Scroll down the page to the  Contact Information section.   Click on it which will open up the sections where you can  input different Voice Over IP /  IM / Chat user account information. 3. Enter your Voice Over IP /  IM / Chat user account information for the programs or services which you use. italki now supports Google Hangouts, FaceTime and QQ! We are very happy to announce that italki now supports Google Hangouts, FaceTime and QQ as alternative VOIP / Instant Messenger / Chat software programs. Why should I add Google Hangouts, FaceTime or QQ? italki wants to provide our users with the greatest, most widely accepted range of VOIP / Instant Messenger / Chat software programs. While SKYPE is the most popular choice, we want to give our users the full benefit of choice so that they are not limited to just SKYPE. We also know that in some regions, certain chat software have better connectivity than others. For example, when trying to call Chinese users, QQ is the software that has the best connectivity. So go ahead and update your communication software choices and connect with the world! italki supports the following Voice Over IP /  IM / Chat software: SKYPE The preferred method of communicating on italki.   Download SKYPE here Google Hangouts Googles default messaging service offering video and voice chat. Download Google Hangouts here FaceTime Apples iOS   Video Conferencing Service.   FaceTime is pre-installed in  all iOS products QQ Chinas most popular IM Service.   Download QQ here (International Version) To add different  Voice Over IP /  IM / Chat programs 1. Hover over your small Profile Picture icon on the upper right hand corner of the screen and click on Edit Profile 2. Scroll down the page to the  Contact Information section.   Click on it which will open up the sections where you can  input different Voice Over IP /  IM / Chat user account information. 3. Enter your Voice Over IP /  IM / Chat user account information for the programs or services which you use.