Learning English As An Adult

Learning English As An AdultThere are many ways to learn English and lesson plans for adults learning English need to be one of them. The more advanced you become with your learning, the more complex your plans will be. This is because as you are working towards mastery of English, you will be asked to do things that require extra attention or that you have not done before.When you begin to learn English, you will want to do a number of things. First, you will probably want to get yourself a home study course or maybe just sign up for a one-on-one class. You can then continue with the process as you complete the course. Then, of course, you will need to study and work with a tutor to help you with those aspects of your English learning.These adult lessons will vary in all kinds of ways. It may be that they will be a part of a special program or course. They may also be done in person or over the Internet.The most common way to learn English as an adult is to attend a language institu te or an English department. This can be found all over the country and even internationally. When you go to an institute, you will learn about grammar and writing as well as how to communicate with native speakers of English. These institutes will also teach you about culture and history.Learning how to communicate with native speakers of English is just one of the benefits of attending an institute. However, a typical institute will also teach you to speak in the accent of the country you are visiting. While you are visiting, this can be a very helpful skill for you as you are visiting different countries around the world.The other aspect of an institute to learn English is that it is a full-time program. That means that you will be taking a course in the morning and at night you will study and work with your tutor. If you study at night, it will mean that you will have more of a chance to actually have some free time on your vacation and spend it with family or friends.There are many ways to learn English as an adult. They all depend on the level of your progress as you progress through the curriculum. In the end, you will have a great education and a great way to meet new people as you enjoy your travels and adventures.

?? Three exercises to manage your mental fitness when you feel the exam pressure rising

?? Three exercises to manage your mental fitness when you feel the exam pressure rising Three exercises to manage your mental fitness when you feel the exam pressure rising Preparing for exams is like an athlete preparing for a race â€" it isn’t just about the technical revision, it is also important to look at the whole picture â€" diet, sleep, down time for rest and recuperation, and mental preparation. We know stress can be a good thing â€" it can certainly give an athlete the boost they need to get across the finish line, but like anything too much can be a bad thing and can derail the best efforts and intentions.In this article I will share three things you can do to support your mental health whilst you study, and three steps to take if you feel your stress levels are rising and affecting your ability to study.But before I talk about what you can do to manage your stress, I want to explain what happens in your brain when you are too stressed and why this is important.One brain â€" two mindsThink of yourself as having one brain but two minds - the first part is our intellectual mind (the left pre-frontal cortex). When we are in this part we are p ositive, wise, and will make the best possible decisions at any given time. So obviously this is where we want to be! The second part is our primitive mind (the limbic system) and this is the part that controls our fight or flight response â€" our survival instinct. This part is really useful when we face life or death situations such as facing a wild animal like a tiger, but the thing is we don’t really face many life or death situations anymore. But guess what? Your primitive mind still reacts in the same way. Those pesky negative thoughtsSo say you start thinking about your revision and your mind drifts to negative thoughts â€" you think about all the work you have to do and you don’t know how you are going to get through it, you might think that you’re not smart enough, you’re going to fail, and lots of other negative thoughts like that. Now you start to feel the stress build up. You might notice it â€" that ball of tension in your stomach, your heart rate is increasing, your muscles are tensing, you can’t focus on anything, you can’t sleep, or you get stuck doing unhelpful things like spending too much time on Instagram or Snapchat. Exam Prep â€" it’s coming to get me!This is happening because although your intellectual mind sees the exams as what they really are, your primitive mind sees them as life threatening as a tiger attack! Now all it wants you to do is fight, run away or freeze in the face of this imminent danger, and that usually results in unhelpful behaviours like organising your study plan over and over but not actually doing any study, leaving things to the last minute, or just not being able to focus on anything at all. Another unfortunate thing is if the primitive mind is in control it also reduces our intelligence and our ability to cope with life. Not so great when you’re trying to study for your exams is it?But there are things you can do to keep you in your intellectual mind so you can perform at your best.Three tools t o support your mental healthLike I said at the start, just as an athlete has a whole load of tools in their kit bag to ensure success, you have too. The three main ones are:1. SleepI can’t emphasise this one enough, and this is because during sleep, particularly when we dream, we clear out the stress and anxiety built up during the day. It has been found that even one poor night’s sleep can affect brain function. So if you do anything I would recommend getting on top of this. I like these great tips from Harvard Medical School.2. ExerciseOften when you are studying you think you don’t have time to exercise, or you can put it off for another day, but exercise is so important for three reasons:It releases positive neurotransmitters and hormones (like serotonin, the “feel good” hormone) which make you feel happier, braver and able to cope better with the stresses of life (like exams!).It helps to relax your muscles, and when that happens it sends a message to the mind that it can relax too.It makes you smarter! How? Because when we exercise we grow new neurons and pathways in our brain, and there are reports of students in America increasing their grades by doing regular exercise. One student said he went from getting B’s and C’s to A’s and B’s just by exercising before class every day.How much exercise?Aim for aerobic exercise where you are puffing a bit and find it difficult to talk for about 25-40 minutes, 3 to 4 times a week. If you did some exercise every day that would be a bonus, but don’t put too much pressure on yourself if that seems too much. Even going for a walk for 10 minutes can help boost your mood. 3. Keep doing things you enjoyIt’s very tempting to put on hold all your hobbies, stop seeing friends or doing anything fun whilst you are revising because you don’t have time for it. Obviously it is important to devote adequate time to your revision, but to stop doing all the things you enjoy will have a detrimental effect on your stress levels. Because when we do things we enjoy, we release those positive neurotransmitters that keep us happy, healthy and confident.So fit in some enjoyable activities into your schedule â€"your mind and body will love you for it!Three steps if you feel the Stress buildingSleep, exercise and fun activities support your mental wellbeing, but what do you do if you feel the stress building up and you can’t focus or concentrate? I’m now going to share a process based on my hypnotherapy sessions which can help. Even if you are pretty good at staying focused and on top of things, incorporating this into your daily practice will still benefit you.Ste p 1: Write down positive thoughtsWrite down all the good things that have recently happened or are happening in your life, or all the things you are grateful for. Think of 10 things if you can, and make sure you write them down. It could literally be as small as you enjoyed your walk this morning, or it was great seeing your best friend on the weekend. The reason for this is also based in science â€" if you are thinking about good things you can’t be in your primitive mind because the primitive mind is always negative. I had a client who suffered from panic attacks, and when they felt one coming on they remembered their hypnotherapy sessions and started thinking about all the good things, and it worked! They were able to stop the panic attack. Step 2: Work out the next stepThink about your “To Do” list. What one small thing would make the most difference to your happiness right now? The reason why this question is important because often the stress builds up when there is too much to do, so what can happen is you get stuck and do nothing, or the work you do is ineffective (the headless chicken scenario). It could literally be “open my maths text book to page 7, and start the first example question”. Think about the next step right in front of you, not the end result. Because taking one step at a time will get you working towards achieving your goals.Step 3: Listen to a relaxation/mindfulness meditation Doing this will get your mind into a calm mental state we call “trance”. The reason why this is useful is that it allows access to the subconscious mind, where you have the potential to make powerful positive changes. It also helps to clear the stress out of your system. There are a lot of different Apps or relaxation/meditation downloads to try. Whatever you choose I would recommend it is at least 20 minutes long. I have a free relaxation download which is approx. 30 minutes long. It is focused on reducing stress and increasing confidence, but you will find benefit for whatever you need help with right now. Remember though, just like an athlete you don’t become good at something overnight â€" you have to practice at it. So putting the above into practice on a regular basis will help you deal with your stress and get you thinking positively, acting positively, and performing at your best. Good luck! Author BioTricia Maitland is a Clinical Solution Focused Hypnotherapist practicing in Bath, UK. She also sees clients over Skype. To find out more or to get in touch please go to www.soulstreamhypnotherapy.co.uk

10 Career Options for People Who Want to Make a Difference

10 Career Options for People Who Want to Make a Difference Image via pexels.com Career options for bettering kids’ futures: 1.  Education Pursuing a career in education is sometimes overlooked when people think of ways to make a difference in the world. The truth is,  teaching is one of the most important paths to creating change. You will educate the young minds who are responsible for the future. Change will come from what you teach your studentsâ€"on top of basic school subjects, teach them to be leaders. You can motivate your students to want to make a difference themselves. It may not seem like you’re making a difference directly, but the changes will start with you. A career in education  doesn’t have to mean teaching in a classroom  if you don’t think it’s right for you. For example, you can assist students with learning disabilities. Living with a learning disability is likely not easy for themâ€"give the students a safe space. Help them learn in a way that works for them but be a friend to them as well. If you can empower even just one student, you will make a difference. 2. Social work As a social worker, you can  directly change the lives of children in need  as well as advocate for substance abusers, domestic violence survivors, mental health patients, and more. You will provide clients with the necessary resources to succeed and counsel them through trauma, unemployment, obstacles to education, addiction, and poverty. Many social workers are associated with governmental agencies, but there are also jobs in schools, nonprofit organizations, and hospitals. If you choose to specialize in working with children, you might be responsible for easing the transition between foster homes or protecting them from abusive households. In addition, you will work with the parents or guardians to improve the family’s life as a whole. Social work doesn’t always mean helping unstable households, though. According to Social Work Licensure, “they respond to crises in the classroom and assess and counsel school children who are experiencing stress, acting out, and/or being targeted by bullies.” In these cases, you might lead prevention groups or conduct training sessions about prevention. 3.  Child psychology If you’re drawn in by the counseling aspect of social work, then studying child psychology may lead to other career options for you. Psychologists can provide support for children with mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression, and give them a place to be open about their feelings. You may wish to become a school psychologist and guide children (and their parents) through education while coping with mental illness or trauma. As a psychologist, therapist, or counselor, you will help your patients find the source of trauma or stress and discover ways of reducing or eliminating the issue. You may even conduct your own research on new treatment methods. Learn the differences between psychologists, counselors, and therapists here, and see which career is right for you. Helping patients improve their minds can inspire them to create change, too. Image via pexels.com Career options for creating a better environment: 4.    Sustainability How can you help make businesses more environmentally-friendly? Create some green differences by pursuing sustainability-based career options. For instance,  as a chief sustainability officer or director, you can work within any company that wants to put effort into helping the environment. Your job will entail monitoring the company’s environmental impacts and determining where they can make eco-friendly changes. You will also assist with budgeting for these changesâ€"they can be priceyâ€"and ensure that the company reaches its environmental goals. You also  have the option to advise multiple companies  and government agencies on their environmental impacts as an environmental engineer. In this job, your goal will be to minimalize the harm that big projects do to the environment. You might help agencies start their own recycling programs, write up new policies, or create plans to reduce water and air pollution over time. The changes won’t be immediateâ€"you might not see mass environmental improvements in your lifetime. Sustainability, after all, means to  maintain something at a certain level, but the earth needs to get to that better level first before it can be maintained. However, you can improve the world for later generations, which means you’ll be making a huge difference. 5.  Environmental science We can’t help the environment if we don’t know anything about it. To study existing environmental trends and develop new green technology, consider a career in environmental science. Again, you may work for government agencies or individual companies if you choose to be an environmental scientist. These scientists split time between the field and the office and use their knowledge of the earth and its species to develop policies that protect everyone. There are plenty of similar science jobs, too. Study water as a hydrogeologist and help maintain a safe drinking water supply for everyone. Build new solar power platforms for homes and companies to receive an alternative energy source as a solar power project developer. Become a geoscientist to study the history of the earth’s composition and discover where to find natural resources. You can even specialize in maintaining parks and forests as a conservation specialist. If the science part isn’t so much for you, you can still fight for the rights of the earth as an environmental lawyer. Defend policies meant to protect the environment and keep clients informed of issues that arise in things like air quality and hazardous waste. Image via pexels.com Career options for keeping others safe: 6.  Crime investigation Solve cases and catch criminals by pursuing a career in crime investigation. Keep in mind that it won’t always be glamorous (television might give you the wrong idea… or the right idea. Have you watched  Criminal Minds? It’s not pretty). Even though your job will be done after the crime is committed, you can prevent more similar crimes and possibly save many lives by solving one case. Sometimes, with the right leads and a gut intuition, you may be able to prevent a crime from happening in the first place. Consider being a crime scene investigator, police officer, or a detective. You can find work with federal agencies, private investigating firms, or local law enforcement. Maybe a job in criminal justice/investigation interests you, but you’re wary of putting yourself in possible danger. That fear is okay to have, and there is good newsâ€"you can solve crime from behind the scenes, as well. Computer forensic investigators  find and analyze data from crimes  committed on the computer, such as hacking or internet stalking. Someone also needs to analyze evidence in a labâ€"this is where forensic scientists do their work. Perhaps one of these career options is right for you. Your role will be vitalâ€"you provide the necessary analytic details for solving a crime. 7.  Armed forces You may also choose to enter an active duty military branch. Pilots, soldiers, and nurses might be the first careers that come to mind when you think of the military, and you may wish to pursue these options, but the field is much more diverse than that.  There are plenty of unique career options  in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, or Coast Guard fit for people of all backgrounds with many different interests. For example, if you have experience working in auto shops or have an interest in the inner workings of cars and machinery, you should look into automobile maintenance in the Army. In this position, you will ensure that all equipment is safe to use and up to military standards. You might supervise other technicians and order or repair equipment parts. A Coast Guard Boatswain Mate must be a jack-of-all-trades at sea. You might find yourself conducting search and rescue missions, supervising maintenance, or operating ship machinery, and that is only a few tasks. There are even positions for studying languages. Army Linguists are in high demandâ€"so much that there is a $40,000 enlistment incentive, according to  Learn How to Become. You can work as a Strategic Linguist, translating documents from all over the world in an office. Or, you can work in the field as a Tactical Linguist, speaking to citizens in person and gathering information in other languages. While these positions are all very different, they all play such a crucial role in completing military tasks. There are hundreds of career possibilitiesâ€"see a full list here. 8.  Emergency personnel Emergency response teams play a vital role in saving lives, homes, and businesses before emergencies get worse. You will create change with every rescue and those involved will be ever grateful. As a firefighter, you can prevent disaster from spreading and save families from huge losses. Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) play a vital role in providing care to injured patients on their way to a hospitalâ€"without this work, a life might be lost during the ambulance ride. When you take on a role as a policeman, you can keep situations from escalating or quickly take action in ones that already have escalated. Dispatchers are incredibly important components to emergency response teams. If you choose this route, it will be your job to send the right team to the right address as fast as possible and ensure that the person who called 9-1-1 is safe and calm enough to provide you with this information. These career options take a lot of training and you need to be quick on your feet, but they are some of the most rewarding ways to make a difference. Infographic created by Elise Nelson via Canva Career options for building the community: 9.  Economics All communities have their own economies built by businesses, culture, architecture, and people. The way in which a community uses their money plays a big part in how it will develop. If you choose to pursue a career in economics, you can help these communities grow through jobs like urban planning. Urban planners work with both public and private groups, such as property owners and corporations, to come up with the best uses for land that promote economic and environmentally-friendly growth. To directly help communities spend their money wisely, you can become an economist. You will assess where funds can help revitalize the community as a whole and benefit its people. A better economy is one of the most important steps in eliminating poverty. 10.  Community service   Community service is often done through volunteer work, but that doesn’t mean there are no career options embedded in it. You may be able to work your way up through the ranks within a nonprofit organization and become a leader. Someone needs to oversee the service projects, right? That person needs a good mind with the motivation to make a difference, and it could be you. In the meantime, there are several community revitalization groups to join forces with. Americorps, Peace Corps, and United We Serve are national service programs that work to fight poverty, increase academic achievement, prepare for and clean up after national disasters, and sustain national parks. Habitat For Humanity builds homes with affordable mortgages for communities in need. Similarly, Rebuilding Together repairs damaged homes with the help of volunteers to avoid expensive repair costs and revitalizes small communities. As a branch of AmeriCorps, Teach For America “is  a diverse network of leaders who confront educational inequity through teaching and work with unwavering commitment from every sector of society to create a nation free from this injustice.” They aim for each child to have an equal opportunity for growth. Mentor Foundation USA has a similar goal, offering children one-on-one support through daily challenges and guiding them to success. Family Support Services, The Family Support Center, and the Center for Family Services focus on assisting families who have fallen beneath the poverty line or experienced trauma. There are plenty more organizations where these came from. Choose one that interests you and start making a difference. For more career options, check out this blog post that ranks careers by their potential to make a difference in the world.

Uloop Morning Mix August 17

Uloop Morning Mix August 17 (Image: NASA/Aubrey Gemignani [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons) President Trump took to Twitter to defend his statements in the wake of the violence that erupted in Charlottesville last weekend, which led to him dissolving two business councils â€" seemingly a reaction to the resignation of several CEOs. On the campus of UVA last night, thousands gathered for a peaceful march. The scene at UVA. Wow. #Charlotteville pic.twitter.com/hsSnyxMyUP â€" Ryan J. Reilly (@ryanjreilly) August 17, 2017 MALALA IS HEADED TO COLLEGE Girls education rights campaigner and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Malala Yousafzai (Image: DFID UK Department for International Development via Wikimedia Commons) 20-year-old Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai, who caught the attention of the world when she was shot by the Taliban in 2012 on her way home from school, has been accepted at Oxford University. She hopes to complete a degree in  Philosophy, Politics and Economics degree at the prestigious university. So excited to go to Oxford! she wrote early this morning on Twitter. THE SOLAR ECLIPSE IS COMING MONDAY. ARE YOU READY? Its nearly solar eclipse time, some places in the U.S. are better positioned than others. (Image: National Weather Service via Twitter) Monday is the big day, as a total solar eclipse will cross the full U.S. for the first time since 1918. Heres what you should do to prepare.  They are making plans at the University of California Berkeley and Penn State. Is you campus located in a prime viewing spot? AND FINALLY, ITS NOT TOO LATE TO FIND AN INTERNSHIP FOR THIS FALL pexels.com No, really, its not. Temple Universitys  Brittany Loeffler has six tips for finding a fall internship, no matter if youve just started to look or have your resume all set to go. Get all the knowledge you need right here.   And there you go you are officially up to date and ready to head out to class. Get out there and do Thursday right!

American School of Paris

American School of Paris American School of Paris The American School of Paris is an international, co-educational, independent school of more than 800 students organized into three divisions: Lower School (3 - 10 years), Middle School (11 - 13 years) and Upper School (14 - 18 years). On the edge of Paris, ASPs 10.5 acre expansive, green campus features 100% brand-new and fully redesigned buildings and classrooms, within a peaceful and secure learning environment. Founded in 1946 as the first international school established in Europe, the schools rich heritage and dedicated service to the international and French communities continue today to lead in the world of teaching and learning. ASP is a founding school of the International Baccalaureate program and one of the few schools in Europe to offer a range of both IB and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. ASP is accredited by the Middle Schools Association and the Council of International Schools and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the European Council of International Schools and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education. ASP is currently looking for highly-trained, experienced educators who continually expand their subject knowledge and technology prowess, integrate new ways of teaching and share their love of learning. Professional development is an integral part of the ASP teaching experience. In-house and off-site training programs and conferences by thought leaders help to evolve skills. ASPs in-house wellness program also helps to foster a holistic and balanced work environment.

Can a Pharmacy Technician Tutor Help You Find Your Way?

Can a Pharmacy Technician Tutor Help You Find Your Way?A pharmacy technician tutor can be the most valuable asset that a pharmaceutical manufacturing company could ever have. This person has the expertise and education to take training courses that are specifically designed for those who would like to pursue an apprenticeship, which could lead to being a registered pharmacist. If you work with a mentor for training purposes, then you can be sure that you will always be on the cutting edge of what is being done in your field.Whether you are currently employed or working to become one, finding a pharmacy technician tutor is not something that you want to do. You need someone who is going to be willing to offer you their expertise, their training and most importantly, their advice. Without their guidance, you are never going to get to where you want to be.The first thing that you need to know is that they will be teaching you things that you may not have learned in school. They will be able to teach you to be able to make calculations for your studies and also to be able to ask questions. They are the ones that can provide you with the information that you need. Therefore, it is important that you find someone who has the ability to give you the advice that you are looking for.Once you find a pharmacy technician tutor who is willing to spend the time and effort to help you, you will find that you will learn a lot from them. You will be given the ability to get the information that you need.Therefore, when you are trying to find the right guidance to get into pharmacy, make sure that you choose someone who is going to be able to provide you with the right guidance. This means that you are going to be able to get the help that you need.It is important that you look at both the online and traditional training programs before you decide on which one is best for you. The only way that you are going to be able to find the right program is to go online. You want to make sure that you check out everything so that you can make the right decision.Ensure that you look into the quality of the education that they are giving you. If you are making a choice about the education that you are going to receive, then you should make sure that you make a choice that is going to make you a better person. For this reason, you are going to want to make sure that you take the time to get all of the information that you need before you make your final decision.

What Is Brooklyn Tech Tutoring For Education?

What Is Brooklyn Tech Tutoring For Education?For those who may be searching for a specific type of online education or Brooklyn Tech Tutoring for Education programs that will meet their personal needs, this article is written to provide an overview on the subject. In addition, this is written to provide some basic information regarding Brooklyn Tech Tutoring for Education which is a group of experts from several different backgrounds.Brooklyn Tech Tutoring for Education is primarily focused on providing tutoring services to individuals that are attempting to learn more about various subjects and this includes the online arena. In order to provide you with an idea of the kinds of subjects that Brooklyn Tech Tutoring for Education provides tutoring in, they offer online training in the area of Introduction to Mathematics, Introduction to Science, Intro to Pre-Algebra, Advanced Algebra, as well as Advanced Geometry. Brooklyn Tech Tutoring for Education also offers tutoring in many other areas including History, Business, Social Studies, and more.These tutors have a variety of different strengths, which makes it possible for them to be available online for individuals who are trying to get an education from a distance and will be able to do so on a variety of different courses and levels. As well, if one chooses to get tutoring via Brooklyn Tech Tutoring for Education they can get an online tutor who can provide assistance in a variety of different areas. You can find a variety of different tutors as well as a vast amount of different levels of expertise in this field.The fact that individuals can choose to receive tutoring for free while they pursue their education means that they can make the choice to find the right course for them in terms of what they want to learn. This also means that individuals are not required to pay to receive tutoring. Individuals can search for courses through Brooklyn Tech Tutoring for Education that will allow them to receive tutorin g and the amount of tutoring required will depend on the individual.Many individuals find that the courses provided by Brooklyn Tech Tutoring for Education will meet their particular level of learning and are then better able to achieve their personal goals in a more efficient way. Individuals will also be able to find additional benefits if they pursue education in the area of skills, leadership, or any other specific skills they are interested in.Individuals who are seeking online education will find that courses offered through Brooklyn Tech Tutoring for Education are perfect for individuals who are trying to ensure that they are receiving the most beneficial results out of their education. Individuals can obtain advice, coaching, and even assistance through tutoring from experienced and highly qualified professionals who are able to offer assistance at any given time during the learning process. Individuals can also apply and learn as well as explore their own talents and intere sts in these courses, and Brooklyn Tech Tutoring for Education will make certain that individuals get the education they need.Individuals don't need to worry about paying for education or the cost of courses because Brooklyn Tech Tutoring for Education will save them the cost of tuition and will help them achieve their goals for education. Individuals can also get support and coaching from experts in their own private online communities, forums, blogs, forums, and more.