Saturday, March 28, 2020

Social Research Tutor - Simple Tips to Find the Right One For Your Business

Social Research Tutor - Simple Tips to Find the Right One For Your BusinessToday, there are lots of business owners who are searching for a reliable and successful social research tutor to help them find their customer's name and other relevant information on the internet. It is important that you choose the right one for your business, since it can help you to get maximum benefits out of online networking. In this article, you will learn some simple tips that will make it easier for you to find the best online research tutor for your business.First of all, you have to look for a reputable social research tutor. Some of the key points that you should keep in mind include: if he/she is experienced, trustworthy, and easy to contact; if the tutor is trained by other business owners; and if he/she uses different platforms to teach. In general, you want to hire someone with a good reputation and experience in providing tutoring services.Next, you should check if the tutor has high reputat ion in the online world and has helped many people to use his services. You can also check his/her testimonials or references. Do not hire someone who does not have any recommendations and reviews about him/her, since that is a great indication of poor performance. This is because those people who have no idea about the tutor usually agree with negative reviews about the tutor.Second, you should always seek recommendations from professionals or students who have used the tutor, since these can tell you if he/she knows what he/she is doing and how he/she can provide the best service. For example, if you have an online store and you hire a social research tutor, the recommendations that the tutor gets from students or other professionals could help you in improving the overall performance of your business. This is one of the best ways to judge the credibility of the tutor, since you can easily trust the reviews and recommendations from the students or the professionals.Third, it is im portant to search for a tutor who is highly skilled in both written and oral communication skills, so that you do not waste your time or money on someone who only knows how to write. In fact, if the tutor you are hiring knows how to write and communicate well, then it is already proof of the tutor's ability and expertise.The fourth step is to search for a social research tutor who can teach your business effectively. All those services that you are hiring should be customized for your business needs. In other words, if you hire a social research tutor who only provides marketing advice, then you would not get a great and useful result.Finally, it is important to note that you can only provide the best results for your potential clients if you know how to successfully approach them. So, make sure that you choose the right person for your business.

Friday, March 6, 2020

Are Public Universities Protecting Students First Amendment Rights

Are Public Universities Protecting Students' First Amendment Rights pexels.com The first amendment states, Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances. Though multifaceted, the amendments focus is on the American peoples right to the freedom of expression. We are allowed to worship who we want and how we want, express  any ideas we   have no matter how controversial, and peacefully protest decisions or persons with which/whom we disagree,  provided we do not infringe on the liberties of another person. For example, someone is within  their first amendment rights if they give a speech protesting an organization or stand outside public property holding signs, handing out leaflets, etc. Someone is outside of  their  first amendment rights if they obstruct traffic without informing law enforcement so that a detour may be arranged or if they loudly protest  near a building with classes going on. A handy guide outlining students rights to protest on campus may be found here. The  violation of first amendment rights comes when an institution restricts or limits students ability to worship, express their thoughts publicly, or peacefully protest. Pinpointing such a violation can be tricky particularly when  most universities  have vague policies like  engaging in any offensive, obscene or abusive language, or in boisterous or noisy conduct reasonably tending to arouse alarm, resentment, or anger in others, (Source.) While a public institution is perfectly within its rights to disavow conduct in such terms and to prosecute perpetrators of conduct that violates the rights of a student, blanket bans on offensive language can be problematic because offense is subjective. Of course, there are cases where offensive intent is obvious, such as slurs and threats of any kind, and if a student ever feels that his or her right to life, liberty, or property is in danger, he or she should contact authorities immediately. If, however, a student finds another students vie wpoint and, we assume, the language they used to express this viewpoint offensive, the student has no constitutional grounds to silence this viewpoint. pexels.com According to the Supreme Court in Texas v. Johnson, if there is a bedrock principle underlying the First Amendment, it is that the government may not prohibit the expression of an idea simply because society finds the idea itself offensive or disagreeable. Texas v. Johnson even held that flag burning is within a citizens rights so long as it is for the purpose of ideological expression and not to destroy property or endanger citizens. As American citizens, the desecration of our flag should make us cringe. We are entirely within our rights to support or condemn such actions so long as we recognize that the flag burner is within his rights. The same principle applies for unsavory viewpoints. Two people, one with  influence and  one without,  may fundamentally disagree with each other on an issue and be within their rights. They may attempt to silence each other through logic, evidence, and crowd support and be entirely within their rights. When, however,  the person in power attempts to deprive the person without power of their ability to express their opposing viewpoint, he is depriving  them of their first amendment rights. The issue of power here is key anyone can attempt to silence anyone and when there is a balance of power, this is usually not an issue. When one side has the influence to tip the scales against another and does so, then constitutional rights are infringed upon. Obviously, in the case of universities, the balance of power is shifted in favor of the institution as it should be. Students have a voice via their right to peaceful protest and student government associations. The question, then, is how do universities simultaneously disavow behavior that shocks the human conscience and protect students first amendment rights? Heterodox University, a politically diverse group  of social scientists, natural scientists, humanists, and other scholars who want to improve our academic disciplines and universities, suggests universities adopt some version of the following First Amendment Rights Protection Code: At [your school’s name], we know that exposure to diversity broadens our minds and prepares us for citizenship in a diverse democratic society. Research shows that the kind of diversity that most improves the quality and creativity of thinking is viewpoint diversity. When everyone thinks alike, there is a danger of groupthink, prejudice, dogmatism, and orthodoxy. People in the majority benefit from interacting with individuals who see things differently. At a time when American democracy is polarizing into antagonistic camps and informational bubbles, many colleges and universities are becoming more intellectually and politically homogeneous. Orthodoxies arise, dissent is punished, and quality declines. We do not want that to happen in our community. We therefore welcome heterodoxy, meaning that we want to support those within our community who hold dissenting or minority viewpoints; we want them to express themselves freely and without fear. We value viewpoint diversity not merely out of compassion for those in the minority but also because such diversity helps us all to develop skills essential for life after graduation, including the ability to judge the quality of ideas for ourselves, the ability to formulate arguments against ideas we reject, and the ability to live and work amicably alongside those whose ideas and values we do not share. What do you think? Do you think Heterodox Universitys First Amendment Rights Protection Code is too much or not enough? What role do you think universities play in influencing and developing students political views?

Things No One Tells You About Being an Intern

Things No One Tells You About Being an Intern Image via Isorepublic.com   The first few days will be an overwhelming information overload… Be prepared, because the first day of your internship will be an information overload. You will likely go to orientation and social events, where you will be given many instructions and meet many people. You will likely sit through multiple presentations. You might even be given some reading material to help you get started in your position and to learn more about the program or company you will be working in. The first day of your internship will be fun and exciting, but it will also be hard for you to remember everything. To help you remember what you learned, you should bring a notebook and pen to quickly jot down notes about who you met and what was discussed during orientation meetings. It’s also a good idea to bring a folder to store any papers you might be given, since you don’t want the papers to get lost at the bottom of your backpack. Having these supplies within your reach will help you prepare for the fun, overwhelming, information-heavy first day of your internship. …But you will become a pro in no time! Don’t get discouraged or overwhelmed by all the information you need to take in on the first day. Similarly, don’t be discouraged if you do not understand things the first time around. You won’t be like your co-workers, who have been in that workplace for a longer period of time. You should not expect yourself to have all the skills and knowledge on the first day of your internship. Isn’t the whole purpose of the internship to give you those skills and knowledge? Instead, focus on improving yourself during the internship. Throughout those few weeks, you will see how much you learn and grow (not only as a young professional, but as a person, too!).  Throughout your time at the office, you will practice the skills you have learned until you become so good at it, it will become second nature. By the end of your time at your internship, you will become a pro at what you have done there. However, this will not happen overnight! Give yourself time to learn, and you will become an efficient, skilled worker. Don’t be afraid to ask questions Especially on the first day of your internship, you will have a lot of questions and will need some guidance to start your project. Do not be afraid to ask for guidance or to ask any questions you might have. When people say “there is no such thing as a dumb question”, they are right! You will be a better worker if you have your questions answered. It’s better to ask a “dumb” question than to make a mistake on a project because you did not ask for help. Instead, ask for help when you need it, particularly when you are first starting out and still learning how things work at the office. Asking questions will save you lots of trouble throughout the course of your internship. Infographic by Alyssa Laffitte It’s important to have a mentor Your mentor is likely the person you will go to with your questions, so it is important to have a mentor to help you out. Your mentor does not necessarily need to be your boss. In fact, you might not even see your main boss every day, so your mentor will need to be someone who is in the office with you day-to-day. Specifically, your mentor should be someone more experienced in the field, who is available and can dedicate time to train, coach, supervise, and guide you. This person will help you when you get stuck, and make sure you are learning what you need to learn. Specifically, they should be available to train you during your first few days at the office. Your mentor will be a resource to help you be successful in your internship. Forming a relationship with a more experienced co-worker that can help you throughout your internship will make all the difference in your internship experience. You should use your internship as a networking opportunity Of course, a major part of an internship is gaining experience in your chosen field. However, another important part of an internship is to network with people who have already established themselves in the field. The people you meet at this company could help you find a job in the future, or they might introduce you to someone who will (OR, you might help them!). It is always a good idea to expand your professional network. Part of networking is maintaining the relationships you formed during your internship even after you leave; specifically, the relationships with your co-workers and your boss. This can be as simple as sending a quick email every few months giving them an update on your life. Keeping in contact with your internship network might make them more willing to write you a recommendation letter when you need to apply for jobs or graduate school. Similarly, if you want to work at the same company, they can put in a good word for you. These are the benefits of knowing many people in the field. While you are completing your internship, make an effort to get to know people in the workplace and keep in touch with them even after you leave. You never know if you will need each other in the future! Effective communication is crucial in the workplace You have heard this many times, but communication is crucial in the workplace. Effective communication will form you into not only a good worker, but a good friend, too. You must mean what you say and say what you mean. Similarly, you must make an effort to be sure you understand what other people are saying. This will prevent misunderstandings that will lead to problems. Here are some general tips for effective communication: Ask for clarification when you do not understand something. Just as you should not be ashamed to ask questions, you should not be ashamed to ask someone to clarify the message they want to communicate to you. Use the “parrot” technique. The “parrot” technique involves repeating back to someone, in your own words, what they said to you. This will give the other person the opportunity to correct any misunderstandings you might have. In other words, it ensures you received the message the other person was trying to convey. Think before you speak. Before you say anything, take a second to think about the best way to convey your message. It may sound simple, but it is very important! Ask if the other person understood you. Following these tips will help you communicate well, and in turn, avoid misunderstandings in the workplace. You should treat your internship like a real job Although your job may “only” be an internship and you may “only” be an intern, you should treat your internship like a real job. In other words, you must take it seriously. You must arrive and leave on time, keep lunch breaks to a reasonable length, follow the rules, respect your co-workers and boss, and genuinely try your best in your work. These are all things you will need to do when you have an actual job. If you treat your internship like a real job, you will be more likely to be a successful intern. You will produce high-quality work and gain the respect of your co-workers and boss. They will see your true potential, that you will be a fantastic worker to have on their team! Distractions will be a big problem, but you can avoid them Part of respecting your workplace and treating your internship like a “real job” is to keep all distractions away. For example, even one notification on your phone can ruin your momentum. Scrolling on social media for just one minute will do the same thing. These distractions will keep you from doing your work. They will break your workflow and your concentration, and it is scientifically proven that it will take you a few minutes to return to your original level of focus. Also, if you have already been distracted, it will be difficult to break away from your distraction and return to work. For that reason, it’s better to avoid the distractions in the first place! To avoid distractions, you should keep your workspace as clean as possible. For example, do not have unnecessary tabs open on your Internet browser. (If you’re like me, those “unnecessary tabs” are likely social media websites, which will be very tempting to open when you are bored at work.) Similarly, you should physically stash away distractions, too. If your work does not require it, do not use your computer. If you must use your computer, download a browser plugin that will block certain websites during work hours. You should also physically stash away your cell phone, too. Although distractions are tempting, they can be avoided with those tricks. When you avoid distractions, you will be a more productive worker. In turn, you will gain more from your internship experience. On the last day of your internship, you should ask your boss for feedback When your internship comes to an end, it would be a good idea to ask your boss for feedback. Asking for feedback shows you are eager to learn and continue improving yourself. Your boss will appreciate that. Specifically, you should ask about the areas in which you need to improve. Don’t take this feedback too personally. Instead, use it to become a better worker for your next internship or job. Additionally, you can also ask about the areas in which you performed well. You will know to continue doing these things. Your boss’s advice can help you grow to become a better, more productive worker. Image via Isorepublic.com Your internship is a valuable learning experience At the end of the day, your internship should be a learning experience above all else. You will learn not only the technical details and the day-to-day life of someone who works in your desired field, but you will also learn how to be a good worker, connect with others in the field, and decide if it is for you. You will learn a lot about yourself as a person, too. For this reason, you should take a few minutes after you finish your internship to reflect on your experience. Did you enjoy it? Why or why not? Could you see yourself doing something like that for the rest of your life? If you liked the industry, could you see yourself working full-time in that workplace? It’s okay if you ended up not enjoying your internship experience. An internship is a great way to decide if you want to stay in an industry or not, and if you didn’t enjoy it, maybe you should consider pursuing a different field. It’s better to switch majors now than to change an entire career path later on in life (although it can be done, it’s better to find out sooner rather than later if you do not like a specific field). All in all, see your internship as the learning experience it is. Use it to guide your next steps in life as you discover more about yourself and your field of interest.

Thursday, March 5, 2020

Take a Picture to Win $100

Take a Picture to Win $100 Dear friends, our TutorZ photo contest is going on now through the end of the month. And we are looking for our winner! Submit your favorite photo of you and your students and get an opportunity to win $100 on your account. You can submit a new photo every day for another chance to win! Check out TutorZ Photo Contest Official Rules for more information. Winner will be announced in October. Just take a picture and  you will have a chance to win  $100!! Take a Picture to Win $100 Dear friends, our TutorZ photo contest is going on now through the end of the month. And we are looking for our winner! Submit your favorite photo of you and your students and get an opportunity to win $100 on your account. You can submit a new photo every day for another chance to win! Check out TutorZ Photo Contest Official Rules for more information. Winner will be announced in October. Just take a picture and  you will have a chance to win  $100!!

Get your Children Involved in Volunteering During Martin Luther King Day of Service or Any Time of Year - ALOHA Mind Math

Get your Children Involved in Volunteering During Martin Luther King Day of Service or Any Time of Year Are you a parent who is still a bit frazzled from having your children home from school over the extended holiday? Why not approach this coming weekend holiday, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a bit differently. Why not get you and your children involved in a volunteer project via the national MLK Day of Service on Monday, January 19, 2015. What is Martin Luther King Day of Service all About? Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s Day, originally a celebration of the birthday (January 15th) of the fallen civil rights leader, has been a U.S. Federal holiday since 1983 and is celebrated on the third Monday of January. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, Lifes most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?' The national Martin Luther King Day of Service was signed into law in 1994 and since then, each year several hundred thousand individuals receive help on MLK Day of Service, from thousands of other individuals participating in projects across the U.S. Some of these service projects are large, others are created by individuals like you and me and all can be registered on the National Service website listed below.* From toy drives, to clothing drives for needy children, and gathering canned goods for the local food bank, to planting trees or cleaning up trash in a local park, or even working at a soup kitchen, everyone can do their part. But Why Should I get my Kids Involved? Volunteering, or helping others, actually helps you and your child. -It can build a sense of confidence -Engender a sense of contributing to something greater than one’s self -It can show children how the completion of smaller tasks leads to a larger overall task. -It can show the power of what a group of individuals can do together -If your child latches onto an idea and becomes the driving force behind an MLK day of service project it can bring out leadership skills. Here is a link to an article about why helping others, including volunteering, makes us feel happy. On an even lighter note, it can also be a creative way to keep your children focused and active on what might otherwise turn into another day of “I wanna sleep late and there’s nothing good on TV today.” How Do We Get involved? The government’s National Service website has a specific page with information on how to find or create a project: Click here for info on the MLK Day of Service: http://www.nationalservice.gov/special-initiatives/days-service/martin-luther-king-jr-day-service-0. You can also check out their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/mlkday. One easy way to find an existing project near you is to check Volunteer Match they have a whole page of MLK Day projects. http://www.volunteermatch.org/seasonsofservice/mlkday/ Here are some other places to find ways to volunteer: AmeriCorps, Citizen Corps, Volunteer.gov Guide to Disaster Preparedness:https://www.staysafe.org/how-to-prepare-yourself-and-your-community-for-natural-disasters/ Recently at a local church 70 people got together with an organization called Stop Hunger Now and filled, packaged and boxed 13,000 meals, a just add water, nutritious soupin just two hours. This is an example of an event that you may be able to get your kids involved in doing. Imagine all the people who could be helped if everyone got involved more often. A new initiative is to pledge to serve our fellow citizens throughout the year, not just on one day click here to explore the Pledge to Serve program

Jobs For I/O Psychologists

Jobs For I/O PsychologistsJobs for I/O psychologists are those in which the job requires a high level of flexibility, as well as interaction with all manner of people. The job can be in sales, customer service, the healthcare field, child care, as well as law. The primary advantage to the job is that it is often sought out by all sorts of professionals. For example, those working in healthcare careers generally want to work in positions that are often fulfilling, as well as responsible for the clients and even the patients that they may be in contact with on a daily basis.A Job for I/O psychologist is one that has a lot of flexibility. Many of the positions are very short term, as well as the pay is usually very low. These types of jobs have many benefits as well. For example, many times a person will be a little less stressed, as the situations are unlikely to be that severe. Often a person will not get regular complaints from clients or staff.Another great advantage of a job for I/ O psychologist is that they are usually very happy with their jobs. One reason for this is that there are a lot of opportunities available to the position. Many people work at home and get plenty of opportunity to meet other people, or go to different locations, as well as all sorts of other things.A Job for I/O psychologist can take many forms. Many times one will need to work in private practice. In many cases the pay is also very good. Private practice jobs are also often offered in short term, such as after a while in school, and by those who want to pursue a different career path.The demand for jobs for I/O psychologists is very high. Many are already employed, but thereare many positions available to those that want to try their luck in the field. Finding a job with such high demand, however, can be difficult.Jobs for I/O psychologists are sometimes difficult to find. As mentioned above, the pay can be low. For many, one will find that their pay will be as low as they are will ing to work. However, being able to use one's expertise and ability to help someone that is in need of a little extra help, is something that most people look for. This can lead to other great relationships and even opportunities.Jobs for I/O psychologists can be challenging, but they are rewarding when found. For those seeking a fulfilling career, the job of I/O psychologist can be an ideal choice.

Learning Algebra With the Help of McGraw Hill Education Helps Lesson 5

Learning Algebra With the Help of McGraw Hill Education Helps Lesson 5McGraw Hill Education helps lesson 5: Calculus I worksheet: The first thing you need to do is write down all the requirements that the McGraw Hill help provides to teach you calculus. This includes facts and definitions, names of variables, how to make the expressions, how to convert from one unit of measurement to another unit of measurement, etc.An advantage that most textbooks will give you are the calculators. But, be careful because they may not provide you enough information on algebra and geometry to aid you in the learning process. As soon as you get used to teaching using the algebra and geometry, you will get very good results with the help of a calculator. For this purpose, it would be better if you use the tools that the McGraw Hill math course comes with.It is important to mention that the algebra has to be learnt by the student by rote-learning, which means that it should be learned by the student in a systematic manner, starting from elementary level. But, this can be easily done by using the algebra book as an example. The McGraw Hill math course can help you in learning algebra. If you feel that you have not mastered the concept, you may try the online algebra course.Here, you will find many resources that you can use to learn math at your convenience, especially if you want to study for a test. Online teaching and learning can save you a lot of time and money. Learning with the help of the Internet is not like the traditional classroom-learning, where students are exposed to the same topics over again. Online teaching gives you the option to choose from the many courses available in the Internet.The technology of learning at the speed of light will definitely help you learn better mathematics faster than the conventional ways of learningit. There are many books and software programs that can provide you with an easy way to learn. With the online guides, you can easily learn math in no time. The best part about the online approach is that the student does not have to wait for the class.There are also multiple methods of solving equations and solving problems, including all of the multiple methods of proof, which you can use at your convenience. Some of the mathematical problems that you may encounter when studying online include division problems, inverse functions, logarithms, geometry problems, quadratic equations, use of triangles, polynomials, and more. This enables you to expand your knowledge rapidly. You will find the online teacher to be very encouraging.The McGraw Hill math course can help you accelerate your math skills and introduce you to all the basic methods and processes that you may encounter in math. This will not only help you to learn faster, but it will also lead to greater confidence in math. Using the correct approach in math will certainly help you become a math expert.

Take Violin Lessons In Music School

Take Violin Lessons In Music School Learn Violin At Music School ChaptersThe Easiest Place To Learn The ViolinPlaying The Violin At Music SchoolThe Benefits Of Playing The Violin At A Young AgeWhere's the best place to take a music lesson? With a private class, in school, or self-teaching at home?Everyone learns rhythms and responds to environments differently so the jury's out on this one, but one thing we will throw out there is that music instruction is probably easiest if you do it at school or at a dedicated college of music.Keep reading to find out how we arrived at this conclusion. 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This, of course, all depends on how much funding your child's school has and if they even have a string instrument available to pupils for instructional purposes.By encouraging your son or daughter to learn how to play the violin at school, you are opting for a no expense means of learning the violin - at least for the beginning!School music activities are great for allowing little hands  to experiment with different types of musical instruments. Photo credit: Steve Snodgrass on Vi sual huntUltimately, with a keen violinist in the house, you as parents will wind up needing to pay for extra-curricular classes to keep up the momentum or sign your child prodigy up to a violin lesson with a private tutor.Remember, though, that if they were to arrive at this decision later in life (for example in their late teens) then they would probably not have the opportunities to kick-start their musicianship that they do now whilst in education.So, depending on the way you look at it, you are either saving an even bigger expense later down the line by getting your child to take lessons earlier, or you might look back and wonder why you didn't wait until your child was old enough to pay for violin lessons London themselves with their pocket money!As an older learner, just to be in with a chance to hold a violin let alone do any violin playing, your child would probably have to visit numerous music shops, whilst you all sit inside their four walls trying out the different style s of violins and sizes of violin bow. Then, to get the experience of playing as part of an ensemble, they would probably need to compete with other advanced music students to enter a group of talented musicians. All of this can be quite tiring and disheartening.You see, it's not just the violin they will need, it's the violin bow, violin rosin, violin tuner, a carry case, a music stand and heaps of books or sheet music! Not forgetting all the times you will need to replace that e string!Schools, with the help of government schemes, intend to make all of this easier and place emphasis on building confidence in music for pupils of all ages, which is how it should be if we want more youngsters to get involved in classical music and have the opportunity to become a professional musician!The younger you are, the easier it is to learn violinOf the different types of musical instruments: keyboards, strings, fretted strings, woodwinds, brass,  and percussion, experts suggest that children a ged 8-12 years of age are best suited to learning how to play the guitar or taking drums lessons. But do you really want to follow suit and go for the easiest option for your little one?Learning how to play the violin is listed as another opportunity for young pupils, however others in the string family like cello or bass are ruled out because they aren't as easy to play with little hands.Everyone says that children have a brain like a sponge, which is why some of the world's most talented musical performers are, to many people's surprise, just toddlers or those who started off as young musicians before being classically trained. Keep this in mind when discussing if your child is too young to start playing an instrument, as they could the next child superstar!Studies show that youngsters who start playing an instrument  before they reach the age of seven make better and stronger connections with those creative motor regions of their brain, making the skill easier to pick up during t his window of opportunity.The fact is that a pupil who starts to master their craft aged four will be a better performer (with regular training and practice with their youth orchestra) down the line than one of his peers who started aged six.If your child is beyond this point, don't worry. Experts believe that this window of susceptibility to music continues until around the age of nine, so there's still time for your loved one to get learning! Also, you are never too old, per say, to learn an instrument!Not only will your child find it easier to grasp the musical concepts of playing violin when they are that little bit younger, the skills acquired will also help them in a number of other areas too.Playing The Violin At Music SchoolThe benefit of music school is the emphasis on the arts. Photo credit: Phil Roeder on VisualHuntWhile some pupils might be lucky enough to attend a school that is quite advanced in the way it treats the arts like music, others simply don't get that same o pportunity.If your child goes to a state school that is struggling financially or that is falling short of the national requirements, then you may need to look further afield if your child is showing an interest in music theory and music education.Dedicated music schools are a great way to give your child the best start in life if classical jazz is their thing, but unfortunately, it can also be quite costly. Those big names located in the capital may have outstanding credentials but they also have extraordinary prices, which some families just cannot afford.The good news is that some schools offer grants for those pupils who show a natural talent in the field of music or can provide partial or full scholarships to enable them to get the education they so want and need.Violin teachers may be the ones to make recommendations if they spot talent, or you may need to be an eager parent and approach a centre of the arts yourself. Enrolling your child in summer music camps may also be a go od idea as this will show their commitment to the art and help them to develop as musicians.Look up for a  violin school  in your city.The biggest advantage of attending a music academy for students is the facilities they will have: a better music studio and practice room, more advanced teaching methods with a focus on music making, and more experienced violin teachers, not to mention the fact that they will live and breathe music instead of having the off half hour lesson here and there like they would if they were at normal school.Therefore, for a more accomplished involvement in music, beginning violin at music school is probably the most effective way of learning violin.The Benefits Of Playing The Violin At A Young AgePlaying the violin combines the use of skills and senses simultaneouslyEvery student can benefit from studying music, but when violin lessons are delivered during the early years then this has so much more impact.Research has shown that learning to make music and h ow to read music actually makes learning other subjects easier, enhancing skills that children use in other areas of their education and life outside of the classroom.When you think about it, making music is so much more than just using your voice or your instrument to create sounds, it requires the use of multiple skills and senses all at once. For instance, you must read music, listen to prompts and hear back the tune, whilst also using muscles that you might not use in everyday life.Playing instruments which are hard to hold for little people can actually be quite a strenuous physical activity for some!Violin lessons can increase an individual's IQAlbeit not anything to shout from the rooftops about, researchers found that young musicians aged around six-years-old who underwent weekly music lessons displayed a small increase in their IQ level after being tested at the start of the experiment and then nine months later along with fellow peers (being given lessons in other areas li ke   or no lessons at all).When you play an instrument like the  violin, you have to use more of your brain than you would otherwise, which means your brain is working harder whilst you train and practice: for instance, reading violin sheet music whilst watching a conductor and focusing on sound production.Further biological studies have shown that those involved with music at an early age showed signs (from brain imaging) of improved sound discrimination and fine motor skills.While an average of three points more than other children their age isn't a significant increase, it goes to show that if violin classes were to continue through to their teens, then their IQ would advance at an equal rate, making them significantly smarter than others their age.There's no stopping children when they have an instrument in their hands!Learn the violin and build on creativityAs we've mentioned above, music can play a big part in making you smarter due to the way you use your brain differently to process things, but music alone does not make you a more intelligent person. Just ask some of the famous musicians out there if they see themselves as intelligent and sure enough many will disagree!Learning about music can significantly impact how easily students learn other subjects. Photo on Visual huntMusic does, however, improve discipline, attention-span, attention to detail and confidence, all of which are extremely important in the classroom.Play violin and increase happinessAside from all of the educational benefits, the underlying point is that music has the ability to make your child happier.If a pupil shows an interest in music, then helping them to enrich their appetite for music can bring them a lot of pleasure, bring them out of their shell and also avoid negative feelings developing, like childhood depression which is rife in schools these days due to bullying and a number of others factors causing kids to feel unworthy.Each person has their own individual response t o music, which can help one to appreciate all aspects of life in a different way.Music can give you a better understanding of yourself, help you to express yourself by acting as an escape, and show you what you are capable of as a human being.What could be a better gift for your child than giving them this opportunity at this pivotal time in their childhood?  Music apps for mobile can also be a great option and can give you a big advantage when studying the violin, read more about  violin learning mobile apps here.

6 Ways to Help Your Kids Learn Maths at Home

6 Ways to Help Your Kids Learn Maths at Home Maths for Kids: How to Get the Most Out of Maths Lessons ChaptersDiscuss Maths with your Child at HomeLearn Maths Through Playing GamesUse Your Child's Interests to Help with MathsSee Maths in Everyday LifeSee More than One Solution to a Maths ProblemCreate a Suitable Environment for Learning MathsA good knowledge of maths and the ability to apply it is an essential part of our everyday lives.Does your child find maths difficult? Maybe you want to lend them a hand but have no idea where to start.Understandably, some children have difficulty remembering how to calculate square roots, the order of operations or simply to memorise their times tables.But what exactly are the applications of mathematics in our lives? Is teaching math to everyone really necessary?Why not help your children to look at maths differently, starting by discussing the subject at home?Sometimes, all you need is a good learning environment and a different approach to unlock a child's potential at maths revision.Let's have a look at all the ways in which parents can act as an educator and help their children with their maths at home.We debunk the myth every brother likes to tell his sister. Are boys really better at maths?The best way to combat a  fear is to acknowledge it, approach it and discuss it with those  around you.The same goes for mathematics. Whether it's fractions, decimals, arithmetic, the  calculation of sums or graphing, just because you struggled with a topic as a child, it does not necessarily mean that your child will have the same difficulties.Make your child feel at ease to discuss their maths homework with you ¦ source: Pixabay - ambermbHowever, you can use your child's education as an opportunity to get over your own fears.Talking about mathematics in contexts such as cooking, crafts, travelling, and playing with your children is the best way to make this discipline an active part of your children's day-to-day lives.For them, using maths will become just as normal as everything else.Environment is key: as long as you provide a reason for children to discuss maths, they will do so. This is why it's up to parents and carers to lay the foundations for future academic success.The more you talk about math in a positive way around your children, the more likely they are to start taking a personal interest in it.Do not hesitate to ask them questions about maths, for example, ask them how to solve mathematical calculations while baking or on a walk.Exercises like this will help develop their recall skills and put them at ease with maths, making for a smooth transition into technical learning in the future.Learn Maths Through Playing GamesWhatever field of study your children choose to pursue, they will always learn better when they're having fun than when they're learning off by heart.So take advantage of this! Whether in the form of free online maths tutor, lessons, interactive math games online or by playing with Lego, maths can nearly always be turned into a game for nearly any topic!Simple mathematical conc epts can be taught with fun games! ¦ source: Visualhunt - Ashley MacKinnonPlaying cool maths games with your children will also provide you with a good opportunity to learn basic math. Learn about counting, sorting, telling time, number sense, comparing, reasoning, probability, estimation, and rounding in primary maths.For example, you could ask your children to measure the amount of pasta in a bowl or count the pieces while you cook.Lego may also be used to visualise operations such as addition and subtraction or multiplication and division.For the younger children attending preschool, why not get them to colour in digits to teach them about writing numbers? MyriamMaths Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £200/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Dr parikhMaths Teacher 5.00 (8) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors KamalMaths Teacher 5.00 (9) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PetarMaths Teacher 5. 00 (8) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GowsikaMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RubenMaths Teacher 5.00 (1) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ConorMaths Teacher 4.75 (4) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsUse Your Child's Interests to Help with MathsBeing exposed to a subject as vast as mathematics can be somewhat intimidating for children.Having to remember all the notation, vocabulary, equations, graphs, and theorems by heart can put an adult's head in a spin - never mind a child's!However, learning maths can be fun for children if they are able to practice their math skills in a familiar environment and at their own pace.Kids do most of their learning without even realising!Educational games include playing cars, playing with a tea set, building towers with Lego or similar toy bricks, or playing cool math games on a tablet.You will be pleasantly surprised to see how quickly kids learn when they're enjoying themselves.There are also many free maths websites with lots of math resources, puzzles and fun maths games for kids such as TopMarks Maths and  Math Playground. You could even download a free math app onto your tablet.Some budding mathematicians may even learn math at home without knowing that it is related to their studies at school.Education apps on a tablet can be useful for learning ¦ source: Visualhunt - Gwenaël PiaserLearning to identify your children's interests and include them in their education is an excellent way to keep them engaged.See Maths in Everyday LifeFor many children, there is no real link between the content of their maths lessons and everyday life.However, there is an opportunity to demonstrate this link in your home, in your garden, or while doing the weekly shop.For instance, ask your children about counting the change in your purse or to calculate the total sum of your purchases as you make your way around the shop.If you enjoy cooking, why not give your child the role of sous-chef for the day and get them to help with the recipe?  Measure the amounts of flour, sugar, count the eggs, convert the measurements from imperial to metric and estimate the cooking time, converting minutes into hours and using the clock to work out when your cake will be baked.All these small things will quickly become embedded in your child's memory. On the one hand, they will be happy to help you and on the other hand, it will keep them engaged.All of a sudden you'll see how removing the pressure of timed maths tests makes learning easy, as children learn to appreciate the applications of maths in a given situation.This method of learning is far more fun than spending hours on math worksheets, homework or maths quiz questions.See More than One Solution to a Maths ProblemChildren need to learn that math is more than calculators and equals signs.There are always several ways to solve any maths problem nd many maths tricks that will make your life easier. Fo r example, for simple operations and estimation, why use a calculator when mental calculation can save you time?By showing them that there are several paths to the same answer, you will help kids develop critical thinking and logic skills as they learn to consider each approach.Create a Suitable Environment for Learning MathsChildren develop their early maths skills by getting to know the world around them.It is the responsibility of the parents to develop and nurture this natural curiosity by sharing their personal experiences with maths and helping children to appreciate that maths all around them. For instance, point out the mathematical elements of how their house has been built and look closely at the bookshelf that their Dad made.You could even try modelling this with Lego bricks.Maths is everywhere if you look closely enough.However, it is impossible to do well in maths if you're working in the wrong kind of environment. Whether it's sitting down to do maths homework or to ha ve a private maths lesson, trying to concentrate in a busy or disorganised area can be too difficult for some.Give your child a learning corner  decorated with a number line and with kids learning games and educational toys such as building cubes or modelling clay, so they are free to feed their appetite for knowledge in a calm and familiar environment.By having a space specially designed for this, your child will be able to develop independence in their learning while exploring mathematical concepts like place value, adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and sequences.Create an ideal learning environment in your home ¦ source: Visualhunt - Cathy CassidyAs we can see, the taste for maths is not innate, however, it is something that can be worked on from an early age.It is entirely possible to give children a taste for maths by integrating basic notions into their favourite activities and involving them in the mathematical parts of your daily tasks to show the importance of ma ths in day-to-day life.Having a good understanding of numbers outside of the classroom will make for better grades in the future as children feel more at ease with furthering their knowledge of the subject. A maths tutor is a good example of this support and interaction.As a parent, it's up to you to work with your child to develop an interest in mathematics through playful yet educational math activities.Has your child been diagnosed with dyslexia or dyscalculia and you want to know more about helping them learn maths? Read our article with tips and advice.