Preparation For Private Tutoring

Preparation For Private TutoringPreparation for private tutoring can include different parts. One of the most important aspects is planning the curriculum, which should include selecting a curriculum. Other parts that can be taken are selecting the teacher, registering with various tutoring agencies and consulting with the parents of the students.The first thing that needs to be done is that of selecting the appropriate curriculum. This is also known as the research part, which is a vital part of tutoring planning. This has to be carried out in the direction of the particular student group or the entire class.Next step is that of contacting the prospective private tutor. This could be a Skype chat, email or even by posting an advertisement on the internet. Students who are choosing to have private tutoring must also be selective on the prospective tutor who is going to offer them the services. These can be from the list of tutors posted in the internet or can be based on feedback fro m the previous students.With this in place, parents of the students have to agree on the tuition fee that will be charged to the student. This fee will depend on how much private tutoring is going to cost. If the fees are paid beforehand, then the tutor would not be able to demand payment later.A student's feedback is also another very important aspect to consider while arranging the tuition. This is mainly because it will allow the student to decide whether they feel comfortable with the tutor or not.Once the tutor has agreed with the arrangement, it is time to register with the tutor agency. This has to be done before the first day of classes begins. There is a registration fee that will be required so that the agency can charge the tutor the fee.Registration with the agency is also vital because it will allow the tutor to manage their clients and their schedule as well. After the first day of classes is over, the students will be able to seek help from the teacher. This is also t he final step of the preparation for private tutoring.

The Most Iconic Drumming Films

The Most Iconic Drumming Films The Best Films for Drum Enthusiasts ChaptersDrumming Movie 1: BirdmanFilms about Drummers: Wayne’s WorldFilms about Drumming: The Man with the Golden ArmFictional Drum Movie: Spinal TapOld School Drummer Film: The Gene Krupa StoryTop Drum Movie: WhiplashClassic Drum Film: A Damsel in DistressDrummer Movie Definitions'When someone is playing the drums, they aren't actually moving around a space; they're just moving their arms and limbs. They're stuck behind the drum set. So to film someone playing the drums and make it feel as kinetic as a car chase or a shootout or a battle scene was the challenge.'  -  Damien ChazelleDid you know that the most common drum beat is actually used in a number of classic hit songs?Believe it or not, Billie Jean, Eye of the Tiger, Stayin’ Alive, September and even Baby One More Time and Rolling in the Deep, all actually have the same kind of drum beats.If you are familiar with popular music then you have probably already heard the hit songs mentioned above and can bring those memorable drumbeats that flow throughout the songs to mind without batting an eyelid.But can you also think of any films where drumming  plays a significant role?No?From action films, thrillers, comedy dramas to docu-dramas and foreign films - drums are actually a crucial part of almost any film soundtrack. Music is an integral part of cinema and most films have trailers that are punctuated by a piece of music with drumming. Tarantino, Hitchcock, Almodovar - all the films are so great because of their soundtracks which are so fitting and recognisable.But films which place musical instruments at the forefront of the action, focussing on the actual instruments themselves are a lot less common.This is especially true of the drums, which are such an important part of film soundtracks, but usually remain in their discrete role as guardians of rhythm rather than the cinematic focus of the film.Whether you realise it or not - percussion instruments are central to the film! (Source: Wikimedia Commons )Birdman  was nominated for and eventually won the Oscar for  Best Picture and it is fair to say that this is some way thanks to the rhythm section of its soundtrack and the magic of drumming. It is a  film defined by its original soundtrack.Even though the film may not have anything to do with drumming in terms of plot, it is the musical instruments that help insight intrigue and all the plot to develop.The desperate turmoil of Michael Keaton is moved forward by the drumsticks of Antonio Sanchez, who is in sole control of the soundtrack.Still living the role that made him so famous, the main character of the film wants to create a new Broadway adaptation.The drum kit, although invisible, is clearly central to the film, which would not have been such a success without the jingle of the cymbals, the rhythmic beats of the bass drum and the climactic musical surges of the snare drum.Films about Drummers: Wayne’s WorldDirector:  Penelope SpheerisRelease Date:  1992Genre:  ComedyMany A ctors:  Mike Myers, Dana Carvey, Rob LoweSynopsis :Stash away your brain for Wayne's World, which is a film characterized by humour of the absurd, somewhat in the same vein as  Dumb Dumber. But did you know this about humour:'There is a lot of rubbish written about toilet humour - people saying it is childish and pretending it is beneath them - but there is no doubting the effectiveness of a really good ...gag.' - Adrian EdmondsonGarth et Wayne air their own show in the suburbs of Chicago. A local TV producer stumbles upon their show and hires them.At the same time, Wayne falls for Cassandra, a bass guitarist of a hard rock band. However, a love triangle soon emerges and he is forced to fight for his love.The drum kit is used as a tool to express Garth's feelings, Garth being the shyer one of the duo. He is transported on stage by the magic of cinema and the soundtrack.Far from being a really great film and a classic American blockbuster, this is a lighthearted movie, purely for en tertainment, but it is its drumming soundtrack that has managed to guarantee viewers' respect  even though drum music is not in the foreground of the film.A piece of rock or jazz music is essential for every film!Films about Drumming: The Man with the Golden ArmDirector:  Otto PremingerRelease Date:  1955Genre:  DrameMain Actors:  Frank Sinatra, Kim Novak, Eleanor Parker, Darren McGavinSynopsis :Based on the book by the same name, The Man with the Golden Arm is most well-known for its signature tune written by Saul Bass and its soundtrack by Elmer Bernstein. This film was pioneering in the way that it made use of  jazz music and jazz drumming in cinema.Frankie Machine, played by Frank Sinatra, returns to Chicago after coming back from rehab. In order to not be haunted by his old demons and put himself on the straight and narrow, he begins to play jazz on the drums.Unfortunately, his new life is short-lived as soon enough, he arrives at an audition completely drugged up.The scene of his failed performance is truly legendary; never before has the young drummer's inner torment and chaos appeared so acute to viewers before. The wrong notes, the arrhythmia  combined together with the drummer's clumsiness lead us into the inner depths and shadows of his mind.It is the jazz drummer, Shelly Manne who plays Sinatra's double in the film.For those of you who are interested, this is the very first Hollywood film to openly address the issue of drugs and the effects they cause. SerbanDrum Teacher 5.00 (11) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RickyDrum Teacher 5.00 (7) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RussellDrum Teacher 5.00 (4) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JamesDrum Teacher 5.00 (5) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors StephenDrum Teacher 5.00 (3) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PeteDrum Teacher 5.00 (2) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors OllieDrum Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discov er all our tutors AlexDrum Teacher 5.00 (5) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsFictional Drum Movie: Spinal TapSpinal Tap is a faux documentary for drumming and rock fanatics that has been made so well it seems almost real! (Source: Flickr)Director:  Rob ReinerRelease Date:  1984Genre:  Musical Comedy / Parody DocumentaryMain Actors:  Rob Reiner, Michael McKean, Christopher GuestSynopsis:This is Spinal Tap  is a kind of pseudo-rock 'n' roll documentary about a fictitious heavy metal band.The group appear on their (fake) tour of 1982 kitted out in full rock 'n' roll attire.The obsession with technique,  cultural pretentiousness, inflated egos, evil temptations, astrology - all the usual clichés are there but the events are somehow still plausible all the same!Everything is done in seriousness, which ultimately makes the facts seem hardly exaggerated at all. Each scene is so amusing and funny because it seems so real and as if we have already seen something similar 10 time s before!For example, one of the drummers belonging to  Spinal Tap describes a mishap he once experienced - during a show once, in the heat of the moment he climbed on his drum kit which duly collapsed beneath him! The anecdote perfectly encapsulates the overkill and the yearning for drama that is so often present in the rock industry (particularly among rock musicians and rock stars), which is often to the detriment of the music quality.Old School Drummer Film: The Gene Krupa StoryDirector:  Don WeisRelease Date:  1959Genre:  Drame / ComedyMain Actors:  Sal Mineo, Yvonne Craig, James Darren, Susan KohnerSynopsis:The great jazz drummer,  Gene Krupa, really needs no further introduction! Watching a drum film is akin to plunging into Gene Krupa's life thanks to this biopic.This film has it all - a mixture of comedy, romance and drama. This drummer movie tells the tale of the life of Gene Krupa, which is one defined by a desire to both achieve success and have a spliff!In spite of his undeniable talent, Gene Krupa's father did not want his son to play the drums. However, as we all know, Gene Krupa continued to play the drums all the same and through doing so, met his future wife after being introduced at a bar.However, after the death of his father, he decided to follow the path that his father had set out for him and threw himself into the study of theology. However, his passion for music would soon catch up with him.Gene Krupa truly is part of drumming history!Caught in the crossfire between his studies at the church and his desire to become a drummer, his counsellor asks him to choose a career path according to his own wishes rather than those of his late father.Eventually, as his drumming career progress, he gains more and more success but also begins to succumb to the negative effects of fame at the same time. His alcoholism and infidelities lead to the destruction of his marriage.Yet despite his faults and the tribulations in his life, the film still ends o n a positive note, especially as we know that in real life in remarries his wife some years after the events that occur in the movie took place.Top Drum Movie: WhiplashDirector:  Damien ChazelleRelease Date:  2014Genre:  DrameMain Actors:  J.K Simmons, Miles Teller, Melissa Benoist, Paul ReiserSynopsis:If there ever was a film dedicated to drumming, then it was this Whiplash!As intense as an all encapsulating drum solo, this drummer movie is a true cinematic gem. Intense drumming lessons are the focal point of the film, which hones in on the toxic relationship between a young drummer and his drumming instructor who is both cruel and unyielding.Hoping to be the new Buddy Rich, the drumming student is forced to endure humiliations, psychological manipulations and even physical violence (having cymbals thrown at him) at the hands of his drum teacher and supposed educator.Whatever your musical dreams are, whether you aspire to be a rock musician, a modern drummer, jazz drummer or jazz f estival performer, a composer, part of a big band or orchestra or simply one of the best drummers or jazz artists there are - seeing this young drummer practising melodic drum solos and his torturous drum lessons will probably be enough to put you off music for life!A true drummer will probably also wince at some of the errors in this movie (cymbals being heard one a drummer hits the snare drum, bad drumming footage, etc.).The abusive teacher and psychological violence of this film is at odds with the world of drumming that is usually seen as so relaxed.Some scenes show the aspiring drummer pushed to the extreme and are quite hard to watch - notably when he is shown bleeding as a result of his excessive training.In reality, the chance of that actually happening is almost next to none.Sure, you may get blisters. But only up to a point, after which the skin on your hand would simply adjust and become much rougher and harder.Is Whiplash a horror movie? For the young drummer whom the mo vie centres around it certainly is! (Source: Flickr)Classic Drum Film: A Damsel in DistressDirector:  George StevensRelease Date:  1938Genre:  Romantic ComedyMain Actors:  Fred Astaire, Joan Fontaine, George Burns, Gracie AllenThe film is a love story intertwined with the rhythm and beat of dance. (Source: Wikimedia)Synopsis :Fred Astaire shoots his first ever film without Ginger Rogers, his eternal sidekick, as the duo begin to tire of appearing together in public. Unfortunately, his new partner in this drum film does not quite have the talent of Ginger Rogers or Rita Hayworth and Fred Astair must go the tap dancing sequences alone!The movie is a romance in which Fred Astaire's and Joan Fontaine's characters find themselves falling in love with one another despite the obstacles put in their way by the hotel director and the aunt of Joan Fontaine's character.Fred Astaire uses drumsticks, followed by tap shoes, for an amazing choreographic display.Although it appears on occasion and has an undeniable presence, drumming takes rather a backseat in the film and does not constitute the main part of the performance.This movie would probably be better described as Fred Astaire's answer to La La Land!Drummer Movie DefinitionsWhat is an Accent in Music?It is a musical note struck noticeably harder and stronger than others, to emphasise a certain moment.What are Sweepers?Sweepers can replace drumsticks at certain times and are made of metallic strands or  fine nylon afixed to the end of a plastic handle - a bit like a mini broomstick for drummers! They are used a lot in jazz and to soften the sound of the drum.If you or your child want to be like the drummers you see on television or at concerts, why not consider online drum lessons  (including drum lessons for kids) as an option?

Summer Vocabulary - English Collocations and Idioms

Summer Vocabulary - English Collocations and Idioms Are  you getting excited about summer? Even though we in the UK are getting far too many grey days during the summer, we are still very excited when it finally arrives. Lets get ready for summer and explore some English summer vocabulary.In this post I also want to focus on popular   summer idioms that you can use in your daily English conversations. And you will find them below the infographics. Summer Vocabulary - Useful Collocations Don't keep this to yourself, tell the world: KEEP OUT OF THE SUNExample: Be careful when youre on holiday. Apply lots of sun cream, keep hydrated and keep out of the midday sun if you can.SIT IN THE SUNExample: I cant sit in the sun for very long with my fair skin.THE SUN IS IN YOUR EYESExample: The sun is in my eyes, I cant see a thing.SHIELD YOUR EYES FROM THE SUNExample: I wear a wide hat to shield my eyes from the sun.A DROP OF RAINExample: Their simple wedding ceremony   couldnt have been more perfect, and there wasnt a drop of rain that day. English Collocations about Summer GLORIOUS WEATHERExample: Yesterdays match was played in glorious weather with plenty of warm sunshine.  THE BEST OF THE WEATHERExample: It got clearer as I went North, so we must have got the best of the weather.  FEEL THE HEATExample: I could feel the heat of the sun on my back as I cycled through the park.ESCAPE FROM THE HEATExample: In summer, many people leave the city for the seaside to escape from the heat.DIVE INTO WATERExample: He dove into the water and started swimming.   10 English Idioms related to Summer THE CALM BEFORE THE STORMa quiet period before an expected hectic activity or a period of troubleExample: It was like the calm before the storm, as I knew difficult times were to come.  AN INDIAN SUMMERa period of warm, dry weather in the late autumnExample: Although the Indian summer is expected to bring us summer-like temperatures during September, we are now into the autumn season.DOG DAYS OF SUMMERvery hot summer daysExample: The dogs days of summer are over and the kids have gone back to school!FULL OF HOT AIRif someone is full of hot air, they are full of nonsense, they talk a lot without saying anything worthwhileExample: I did not believe a word she said. She was full of hot air.  UNDER THE SUNeverything or anywhere in the worldExample: Londons Oxford street has every shop under the sun, it is always at its busiest on a Thursday.A PLACE IN THE SUNa position which provides you with wealth and happiness, or whatever you have been hoping to achieve in lifeExample: He was one of those people who was always looking for  his place in the sun.ONE SWALLOW DOESNT MAKE A SUMMERone fact or event doesnt prove the rule, it may be an exceptionExample: Their first album was a success, but they know that one swallow doesnt make a summer and theyre prepared to work hard.A COLD DAY IN JULYsomething that will never happenExample: Itll be a cold day in July before I buy you a new car.TO BE IN HOT WATERto be in a lot of troubleExample: The Minister was in hot water last week after admitting he lied about attending a controversial meeting.TO MAKE HAY WHILE THE SUN SHINESto not waste time, to take advantage of an opportunity as soon as it arisesExample: Our competitors will catch on to our strategy soon, so lets make hay while the sun shines. 10 English Summer Idioms Don't keep this to yourself, tell the world: Summer Vocabulary SIESTAnot really an English word but used frequently. Particularly relevant in the summer when a quick “nap” or “forty winks” in the afternoon is just what you need to be ready for a long summer evening.Nap and forty winks refer to a quick sleep or rest.A QUICK DIPIf you are feeling a little hot and need to refresh a swim is often a good idea. A quick dip refers to a jump into a pool, river or sea to refresh yourself.TOP UP THE TANEveryone likes to look good and when the sun shines we can get that “good feeling” with a sun tan. People like to catch the sun rays on a regular basis over the summer to keep the tan looking well naturally.Twenty minutes in the sun a few times a week may just be enough to top up that tan!A NINETY NINE (a 99)Ice cream is a great way of cooling down when the sun gets a little too hot. Kids and adults all love the flavours. An old favourite and still available from all the ice cream stalls in UK cities is the 99. It’s a cone with ice cream a cho colate flake stuck into the ice cream and usually some strawberry syrup added. If you haven’t tried it you haven’t lived!!A BUTLINS HOLIDAYBefore flying to the sun became popular and within easy reach of the ordinary man, workers spent their two week summer vacation (usually the first two weeks in August) in a holiday camp organised and run by a company called Butlins. They still operate summer holiday camps in the UK today. They provide accommodation (chalets or small apartments) and entertainment for all the family. A good old British tradition still going strong today.THE BUCKET AND SPADENo holiday for the kids was complete without their traditional bucket and spade. These simple tools keep children of all ages occupied for hours on the beaches in any type of weather. Building sand castles and other impressive constructions with the help of Dad (or Mum) of course is a great diversion for all the family.What is summer holiday like in your country? Summer Vocabulary Songs There are many wonderful songs with beautiful lyrics describing that summer feeling when we throw off the winter/spring clothes and get ready for the warm lazy summer days.Summertime and the living is easyFish are jumpingAnd the cotton is highThese are the opening lyrics of an old song from an opera called “Summertime” based in the deep southern states of America.OrHere comes summerSchool is out, oh happy dayHere comes summerIm gonna grab my girl and run awayHere comes summer“Here comes summer” song is a little more upbeat and goes back to 1959!!! Whatever the year we all look forward to those long hot summer days and endless nights. Here are some words and phrases for your English summer vocabulary that you might just find useful.

Monday Link Roundup (August 7)

Monday Link Roundup (August 7) How Goofing Off Helps Kids LearnOne reason why free time is good for kids: it gives them mental space to process information and build their strengths.What Works for Getting Kids to Enjoy ReadingThe implication of these examples is that books should not just be available, but virtually falling into children’s laps, or at least, visible in as many locations as possible: in the classroom, in every room of the house, in the car, and so on.Have Smartphones Destroyed a Generation?The article everyones talking about this week: a sobering discussion of the effects of smartphone use on teenagers. Especially applicable in Silicon Valley where it seems like everyone has the latest technology.California State University Officially Ends Long-Time Use of Placement TestsInstead, the school will look at a combination of high school grades, SAT scores, and AP scores to decide if incoming students are ready for college-level work.Why Kids Cant Write |  What Parents Can Do to Nurture Good Writers |  How to Conquer the Admission EssayA solid collection of articles from the New York Times about writing, including a timely piece on writing the college admissions essay. Helpful advice: Choose a topic you really want to write aboutA good topic will be complexDont brag about your achievements. Instead, look at times youve struggled or, even better, failed.Sending Sons Off to College, and Finding Solace in a Big Box StoreCaitlin Flanagans reflection on her twin boys leaving the nest and heading off to college, and the inexplicable emotional draw of Bed Bath Beyond in this moment.Your Go-To Guide for Dorm Room EssentialsStill feeling the need to outfit your childs dorm room after reading Caitlin Flanagans story? Heres your shopping guide, courtesy of the New York Times.

Like It or Dislike It Facebook Working on Dislike Button

Like It or Dislike It Facebook Working on Dislike Button Photo Credit: abcnews.go.com The Like button, which first appeared on Facebook in 2007, is denoted by a thumbs up symbol, though the Dislike  button may not necessarily be a thumbs down. In fact, theres already discussion over whether the button is needed, what kind of impact it will have on the social media site, and even about whether it will really be a Dislike button at all. Facebook users have been clamoring for a Dislike button for years now, but it seems like now that they may get it, people are considering the ramifications of the feature. After the announcement, Facebook users went on Zuckerbergs Facebook page to talk about the idea, and many wrote they had no interest in seeing a Dislike button added to the site. Elsewhere on the internet, like YouTube and Reddit, you have the ability to immediately like and dislike or upvote and downvote a post, in addition to being able to comment on a video or posting. This isnt always a good thing, and people are worried that if Facebook adds a Dislike button, it will promote negativity and may even lead to cyberbullying. Those are some of the reasons that Facebook didnt originally offer a way to dislike something the social network didnt want to have a Reddit-style system since that wasnt the real purpose of the site â€" and also they didn’t want the ability to “Dislike” to lead to disrespecting or attacking others on the site. However, from what Zuckerberg has said about the development of this feature, the Dislike button may not really be that at all. Rather than showing your aversion to something, the tool Facebook is working on may be more of an Acknowledgement or Empathy button, for times when “Liking something isnt the appropriate response. Not every moment is a good moment, Zuckerberg said. Some people have asked for a dislike button because they want to be able to say that thing isnt good, and were not going to do that I dont think thats socially very valuable, or great for the community. Photo Credit: mashable.com For example, when someone posts about a death or a natural disaster, its not quite fitting to Like the post, and some may not want to comment on the matter. Right now, Facebook users dont have any other option but to Like something if they want to let someone know they saw their post and are thinking of them, even if they may not exactly Like whatever the person is sharing with the world. Facebook is focused on allowing people to interact and engage with each other, and its highly unlikely the site will just offer a Dislike right next to the Like button on posts and other actions on the social network. The reason for this so-called Dislike button isnt about negativity, its about offering users a way to connect with each other in a more sincere way. It will also give the content a higher probability of being seen as it competes with posts that get a lot of Likes since Facebooks News Feed algorithm is biased towards showing content thats received lots of thumbs up. Facebook has been working on the feature for a while now, and though it seems like an uncomplicated concept, the thought behind it and the exact idea of what it will be, the symbol that will denote it, and what its meant to do, have made the execution of the tool more complex. In fact, many have already been speculating about what the icon for this new feature will be and making suggestions. Some ideas that have been offered include an “Ear” button, which would allow users to tell others that they hear them and doesn’t hold negative or positive connotations, and two hands clasped in the shape of a heart or a hand holding a heart, which would convey empathy, among others. No specific date has been announced yet as far as when whatever this “Dislike” button ends up being will appear on Facebook, but it’s already got a lot of people talking, and users seem to be split about whether they “Like” this idea or would thumbs down it if they could.

7 Tips To Make Networking Less Scary For Introverts

7 Tips To Make Networking Less Scary For Introverts platzi.com 2. Live on campus. By living on campus I don’t mean living in dorms or university housing (although that can work to your advantage as well), I mean being on campus as much as possible. University campuses have loads to offer: libraries, student centers, fitness rooms and more. Utilize these. Rather than only showing up for class and darting home, spend some time in the library regularly or some mornings at the gym. When you see people of a similar schedule, smile and say hi. An easy way to make yourself known on campus is to be on campus. Before you know it, youll start running into familiar peers and professors all the time. 3. Work on campus. The only thing better than just being on campus is working on campus. Working on campus not only forces you to be present and to interact with people, but also gives you great professional ties. If your professors and peers see you consistently around, they’re likely to find you more approachable and dedicated. Your university employer will probably have strong ties to other professors and heads of departments around the college; talk to them about your career aspirations. As long as you are polite and work hard, they’ll be instrumental in helping you score potential higher up positions. 4. Become a regular. Sometimes half the battle is just showing up and you would be surprised what being a punctual, consistent student can do for your networking. When teachers recognize you as a regular in their class, they’re more apt to remember your name and help you further. Sometimes you might find it hard to speak up in class, but that’s okay. Nodding, taking notes, sitting near the front, and looking interested can be just as good. If talking in class isn’t your thing, you can always visit their office hours or send them an email. 5. Ask small questions. If you want to build better connections with your professors, ask for small favors from them. An easy way to break the ice first is to go up and introduce yourself after class in the first week. Shake their hand and say that you’re looking forward to learning more. Show them that you have an interest in their teaching by asking them a question. Send them an email about what they think you should read on a certain subject or shoot them an idea for a paper. This can be in person, over phone, or over email (as long as you keep it clean and professional). They’ll see you as a driven student and will rave about your good habits should you use them for reference. Becoming acquainted with your professors can also make speaking up in class less harrowing. 6. Use your friends’ connections. Sometimes your friends are better at networking than you are and that’s okay. Talk to your friends (and family too) about potential job openings or opportunities in areas you might be interested in. Dropping the employer an email with your friend’s name in it can be a huge step in securing a spot in the opening. Don’t expect to be hired immediately, but know that having a present employee as a reference can be the difference between getting a response or not. http://www.medicaltourismcongress.com/ 7. Keep it professional. Being outgoing may not be your strong suit, but being professional can be. Looking and acting professional isn’t as much social talent as you think. Make sure to smile, introduce yourself, and shake hands while doing so. Give a simple greeting or smile when passing someone. Use polite words like “please” and “thank you” often. The simple phrase “it was nice to see/meet you” can go a long way. Being attentive and listening well can work wonders. Overall, networking isn’t about seeking out the top employers at a company and charming your way to the top. Networking can be done simply by acquainting yourself with the people around you. Especially on a university campus, there are loads of people to help you along. Sometimes being polite and present is the best way to build a network.

Heres a Tip, Go Ahead and Tip

Here's a Tip, Go Ahead and Tip Uploaded to Flickr by: Giorgio Montersino Weve all been there. Youre with some friends at a restaurant, and it seems as though your server has more important things to do than take care of you, even if youre the only table in their section. Or youre at a hotel, and the valet brings out your car, and hes holding out his handDoes he want a high-five? Why is he staring at me? Say youre out on the green and the beer girl comes up, shes not looking for handouts, shes just genuinely nice, and great at her job. That pizza guy is soaking wet from the rain, and a few minutes late, but your pizza is still hot and delicious. All of these people are working hard, even if you dont think so. And all of them have motives for staying at the low-paying jobs. So go ahead and tip them. According to a survey CouponCabin.com, 45% of adults leave a tip of 10% or less, even nothing if they feel the service was  sub-par. I mean, I understand being upset with a waiter or waitress. I once left a restaurant because I had been sitting down for a good 15 minutes without anyone even coming up to me and saying, Im really busy but Ill be right with you, or something of that nature. Ive had waitresses come check on me never, even when the group I was with were her only customers. Ive had a waiter bring my friend something completely different from what she ordered. Ive had straight-up rude servers. Trust me, I would love to not tip them. But, you have to realize that they dont get paid much. The US wage for tipped workers is $2.13, minimum wage is normally $7.25. And you may be thinking, Oh, but they get lots of tips. Heres the thing, you and everyone else think that, but nobody actually tips! I have multiple friends in the food industry, and they hardly get by. And then there are people like me. Im on an unpaid internship, and there are times where I serve people food, beer, and ice cream. People would come up multiple times, and not even give me a dollar. Im happy just to get a thank-you! Now, granted, its not a huge city, but still, when youre getting food and drinks for free, you should tip your server. You should tip that valet guy, the cart girl, the guy holding your pizza, and even that not-so-friendly-waitress. As trite as it sounds, you dont know their lives. They could be struggling to get through school, or just trudging through life. They could be trying to raise a family, or helping their parents. Times are tough, and people can use anything they can get. Dont be overly frugal!

Canadian International School Abu Dhabi

Canadian International School Abu Dhabi Canadian International School Abu Dhabi Welcome to a school that responds to the needs of 21st century expatriate students. We are living in an international community, so our school must provide a learning environment that cultivates the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to compete in an increasingly global society. Right from the embracing arch at the entrance of CIS, students, parents, teachers and staff know that they are walking into a facility that has been purposely designed for a community of learners to meet the demands of our international world.At CIS, the Alberta Program of Study provides the internationally renowned standards and curriculum framework to support Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL), a student-centered educational philosophy that has proven to increase students’ abilities to problem-solve. Students are presented a guiding question, and then must use their prior knowledge and skills to build direct and meaningful correlations to solve the problem. Math, English, Social Studies, Science, Informa tion and Communication Technology, Fine Arts fuse as they are explored in real life contexts that demand and allow for multiple intelligences to shine.

How to Find a Chinese Tutor Hourly Rate

How to Find a Chinese Tutor Hourly RateIt's no secret that some students need a Chinese tutor hourly rate more than others. Why? The answer is based on some simple methods that you can apply at your own pace.To start, you need to determine the specific needs of your tutor. Are they only teaching English or are they teaching Mandarin? If you're only going to be teaching English, then you'll need to determine what tutor's class you'll be in. If you're going to be tutoring Mandarin, then you may want to find out whether the instructor teaches both languages.Once you've decided which tutor you will be taking classes with, you have to decide on the time commitment you need. A tutor hourly rate for one day might not be the same as the hourly rate for five days. Do a little homework, and do your homework.Don't forget to inquire about any additional fees or extra charges if there are any. For example, most tutors charge by the hour, not by the session. If your tutor has to pay a deposit or s ome other type of fee for each class that you take, you want to make sure you ask them how much.The time commitment also depends on whether your tutor is a part-time or full-time tutor. Most full-time teachers will only teach one class per week. If you only take one class per week, then you won't get the benefit of a full-time teacher. Be sure to check out the day and time commitment of your tutor before you accept their offer.In terms of how you plan to pay for your private tutor, again, be honest. Some students end up paying through their credit cards while others will use a prepaid debit card. Regardless of the method you choose, it's important to make sure that you're covered in case something happens to your credit card or it gets stolen.In the end, finding a good teacher can be hard. As long as you follow the above guidelines, you should be able to find a great tutor for your Chinese classes.