Prep Now Tutoring - What Is It?

Prep Now Tutoring - What Is It?If you are looking for a career in prep now tutoring you should start by researching the field and finding out what qualifications are needed to become a professional tutor. You will want to get several different certifications so that you can be sure that you have passed the bar exam that is required for working as a tutor in your area.There are several areas that you can begin your career in, from the overall profession of tutoring. You will need to find a reputable school to get your certificate. Once you have your certification, you will be able to receive a good paying job for yourself.Another option is to begin work in a school or private tutoring service. The schools may offer their own training, which is usually more in depth and customized to your needs. In order to become a successful tutor you will need to teach the college students. Some people feel that this type of work is not for them, but others choose to enter the profession because it is an honorable job that is well compensated.Prep now tutoring can also be found in certain cities. When a school is undergoing a big financial hardship and can't afford to pay a lot of people, a private company steps in to assist with the needs of the school. Often there are jobs available within a few days after the school has reopened.There are always a large number of open positions that you will be able to apply for once the economy gets back on track. This is a good time to find out about the right places to work. The last thing you want to do is waste your time and money on a job that you will not be happy with.If you are interested in working as a tutor in prep now tutoring, you will need to find out what things are expected of you. You will need to pass a criminal background check, a background check on yourself, and possibly a fingerprint check.If you do find yourself wanting to work in prep now tutoring, you will need to pursue a proper education. There are many colleges offering an associate's degree program that can get you through college. It may be a good idea to start with a general education course before pursuing any one specific degree.

Staff Spotlight Lan Nguyen - Heart Math Tutoring

Staff Spotlight Lan Nguyen - Heart Math Tutoring Staff Spotlight: Lan Nguyen Staff Spotlight: Lan Nguyen March 7, 2017 Lan Nguyen graduated with a B.A. in Psychology from UCLA and a M.A. in Elementary Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. In 2012, Lan joined Teach for America and taught 5th grade for three years in socioeconomically disadvantaged neighborhoods. That experience solidified her belief that all children deserve a quality education. After relocating to Charlotte, Lan joined Heart in August 2015 to continue her commitment to education. Lan deeply believes that a quality education is our greatest tool to breaking the cycle of poverty and empowering our students to create the change they want to see in the world. Lan was the Program Coordinator at Montclaire Elementary for the 2014-15 school year and is currently the Program Coordinator at Billingsville Leadership Academy and Highland Renaissance Academy. Here are Lans answers to our spotlight questions: What is your favorite or book? My favorite books are the Harry Potter series! What is your favorite education quote? “Every child deserves a champion â€" an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists they become the best they can possibly be”- Rita Pierson What is your favorite number? 16, the classroom number of my favorite teacher in 3rd grade.

The Scene Approach How to Really Learn Language Through Movies

The Scene Approach How to Really Learn Language Through Movies The Scene Approach: How to Really Learn Language Through Movies That little skeptic in your head is getting to you.Its telling you that you cant learn a language through movies.It sounds like a myth, like Santa Claus or the Tooth Fairy.Well, let me give it to you straight: It can be done!Yes, its totally possible to learn your target language  just by watching movies. And in this post, Im going to tell you exactly how.But first, let’s talk about some common reasons why people have a hard time learning language through movies. 4 Reasons Language Learners Have a Hard Time with Movies1. They watch the movie once, then move on.When a language learner sits down to pick up lessons from a movie, they dont fare as well when they treat it just like any other movie.Meaning, when they watch it only for the story and its twists and turns. When they know the plot, how it ends or how the bad guy was thwarted from his evil plans, they move on to the next foreign feature. Often, theyll just watch the movie one single time.This is a case of close, but no ciga r.”Repetition, and lots of it, is the name of the game. You don’t have to watch a dozen different films to learn language lessons. You only need to watch just one or two, but you have to really focus on them. You have to go deep instead of going wide. As youll see later, there’s a very specific way of doing this so you can maximize every minute of the film.2. They study the movie as one big chunk.A 90-minute film is too long to be properly absorbed by language learners, especially at lower skill levels.You not only have the language to contend with, but the culture as well. Theres a ton of nuance in the spoken words, gestures, expressions, behaviors, customsâ€"even the dress and chosen sceneryâ€"and youll miss out on these rich lessons if you watch the movie once and only focus on understanding the words.Watching a movie just once, its no wonder that even well-intentioned students only scratch the surface.To use a movie as a learning tool, you have to use the pause, replay and loop buttons strategically throughout the movie, and not just pause when you need a bathroom break or a popcorn refill.A movie isnt one single language lesson. It’s actually packed with so much content that it can yield dozens, even hundreds, of language lessons for you. Watching it from start to finish, in a single stretch, wont release all its language secrets.3. They dont take advantage of the subtitles.You know subtitles are there to let you know whats happening in the movie. Even non-learners benefit from the subtitles, when all they really want to do is enjoy the film that their friend recommended.As a language learner, you need to do more with subtitles. You need to mine them for linguistic gems like grammar lessons and vocabulary insights.There are two things needed for this to happen:1. Accurate subtitles. These can be harder to find than you might think. Sometimes, youll be watching a French movie and notice that the French subtitles are off, using different vocabulary or phrasing things differently than whats spoken. If youre a beginner, you might not realize whats going on and end up confused.2. You need to have a copy of whats being said. You need to print it up and be holding that thing in your hand! But how many language learners actually do this? To get your own copies of scripts, you can try looking on the Internet Movie Script Database  or SimplyScripts.You have to believe me when I say that the movie will be a whole different animal when you have an accurate copy of its dialogue in your hands.4. They let the dialogues go by too fast.One of the most common reasons language learners don’t get as much as they can from watching movies? The dialogues are simply too fast for easy comprehension. The lines are hard to follow, the individual words almost possible to tease apartâ€"the native speakers blur words together, drop syllables, play with tone and rhythm, use slang.Its hard to follow all of this when youre still learning. Especially at th e beginner and intermediate levels, this can be discouraging.Of course, the movie was made for native speakers, not language learners. Native speakers eat, sleep and drink with the language so there’s really no need to artificially slow things down. They may even know what a character is naturally going to say before the line is delivered.But for the noble and well-intentioned language learner, the lines whiz by too fast. Even if they have the subtitles printed up and know what was said, its still hard to catch the words or to repeat the line.I bet at least one of the above situations sounds familiar.It might be exactly the reason why your inner skeptic is telling you its not possible to learn language through movies.After all, remember that time you tried and it was way too hard? Or you just didnt learn anything new?Now, to combat these problems, Im going to share  an effective strategy called the Scene Approach.The Scene Approach: How to Really Learn Language Through MoviesThe A dvantages of the Scene ApproachAt its core, the Scene Approach is simply the strategic splitting of a film into its component scenes.A scene is a segment in the movie where events happen in a single sequence. A scene in the movie Titanic, for example, is Jack successfully intervening before Rose jumps off the ship into the water.In the Scene Approach, scenes that are fat with language content are studied relentlessly, repeated over and over till the cows come home. Other, less linguistically valuable scenes, like the movies big car chase, are skipped.The approach comes with hefty benefits.1. It makes the whole movie manageable.Who has the time to watch the same 90-minute foreign language movie 200 times, anyway? Imagine how much that would eat into your dayâ€"or into your life!And, as said before, not all scenes are created equal. There are scenes, like the training montages of all Rocky films, that could otherwise be skipped. They have no serious value for the language learnerâ€"as ide from being entertaining.Splitting the movie into component scenes is altogether a different proposition. It’s more manageable this way. A single scene fits nicely into the length of an average, everyday study session.Dividing the whole movie into manageable chunks means you can now focus on learning fewer lines and fewer vocabulary words in each viewing session. And youll have fewer fast-paced, back-and-forth dialogues to contend with.Plus, you don’t have wait for the whole movie to end before you hit replay. When you’re dealing with scenes, if some linguistic confusion happens in the third  minute, you dont have to suffer through the whole thing and wait for the final credits to roll before you seek clarification.Divide and conquer!2. It gives you the necessary context.But why scenes? Why not split the movie into discrete five-minute segments instead?Scenes are natural cut-off points. They contain continuous action that happens in a single place and without a break in tim e (usually, though more experimental films may skip around a bit).By their very nature, scenes are more palatable to the mindâ€"unlike a random five-minute segment where two characters are talking one minute, followed by a different set of characters talking about a totally different thing the next.Now consider that language and meaning never happen in a vacuum. Its not just about the words. Each scene really gives you the context for everything the characters are talking about. A scene is a world unto itself. It has its own purpose, characters, character motivations, scenery, costumes, background sounds and outcomes.Movies help language learners because they give all the necessary context for understanding language. The Scene Approach just amplifies this advantage by dividing the whole movie into its scenes.3. It slows things down.In this approach, you don’t move on to the next scene until you’ve mastered the one you’re currently on.So, instead of watching the movie as one lo ng stream, feeling helpless with the speed and flood of information, you deal with individual scenes. You can pause and rewind any time to replay it over and over. You now deal with the thing line-by-line, so even if the dialogue goes very fast, you can always play it back.Speaking of playbacks, our new technology allows us to replay a clip without losing quality. It used to be that, in the era of VHS tapes and DVDs, you would get diminishing audio and video quality for every replay. Can you imagine?Today, because everything is digital, you get the same quality no matter how many times you replay a clip. Its also easier to click and drag back to the beginning of the sceneâ€"just jot down the time at which the scene starts.Things still going too fast? Theres now video functionality that literally helps you slow things down to 75%, 50% or 25% of the normal speedâ€"even YouTube videos offer this.Language learners are really running out of excuses not to learn from movies.Now, were goin g to talk about how to implement the Scene Approach, step by step.How to Learn Language with the Scene Approach1. Watch it like any other movie the first few times.Go ahead. Watch the movie like any other movie.Get it out of your system. Watch the movie with popcorn and soda while stretched out on your couch. You can even invite some friends over and view it on a Friday night. Ogle the good-looking actors, laugh at the jokes, be surprised by the unexpected twists. Focus on the story and get the big picture.So, are you done?Now let’s really heat things up.2. When you dive into the scene, stop treating it like a movie.After watching the film as a moviegoer at least once, its the perfect time to put on your language learning cap.Go to the first scene and take out a notebook. Jot down the timestamp of when it starts and when it ends.Focus on this one scene and nothing else.Understand the specific context. What’s happening in this scene? Is the villain interrogating and torturing the hero in some dark dungeon? Listen to the back-and-forth volley of dialogue. Only this scene exists!This is very important. When you’re working with scenes and you know in the back of your head that its part of something bigger, the temptation to proceed to next scenes is very real. Movies are designed to be that way, to take you from scene to scene in a frictionless fashion. A director might prick your heart early so you feel for the main character later. And as for the villain? You cant wait for the satisfying revenge where you get to see the jerk get his just desserts and fall off a cliff.It’s cathartic to go through the entire journey of the film, I know. But then you would still be treating the whole thing as a movie.You’ve donned your language learning cap now, and it shouldn’t matter if the hero gets his revenge or not. Think instead of the language learning opportunities in the scene. Is the bad guy asking questions? “Who stole the computer chip?” “Where is the gold hidden?” Then take them as lessons in question construction!Yes, theres high drama happening in the scene, but you should rather be interested in more earthly matters. That’s why you already watched the whole movie like any other blockbuster. So,  when you end a day’s session, you won’t be left hanging on the scene where  Liam Neeson  is  threatening his daughter’s kidnappers over the phone by touting a very particular set of skills. That would be too much a cliffhanger to stop at!3. Go from English subtitles, to foreign language subtitles, to no subtitles at all.Master the scene starting with English subtitles first, then foreign language subtitles second, then no subtitles at all.This seems to be the subtitle study sequence that yields maximum learning.The English subtitles will ensure that you fully understand whats happening in the scene.After a few tries with English, you then use subtitles in the target language. You now begin to follow the mouth, the movements and the lines that are being delivered. Your eyes are trained on the scene, your ears are listening to the sounds. You listen more closely this time, even pushing the headphones closer to your ears.If you forget whats happening, switch back to English subtitles. You can actually ping back and forth as often as you like. Or, if it’s at all possible, display both English and target language subtitles at the same time, like you can with your  FluentU videos. This visual gives you unprecedented comparison of vocabulary.Finally, watch and comprehend the scene without crutches, without subtitles, just like native speakers do. Watch the scene, without the subs, several more times. More than you think you need to.4. Write the subtitles down.It pays to have the scenes transcript in your hand, instead of trying to catch them on your screen where they quickly disappear.Whether or not youve already printed the transcript out, take the time to write down the text of the particular scene.  By hand, if possible.This shows not only commitment, but writing the subtitles down will help you remember the words better. Research has shown that the act of writing makes it easier for the brain to store and retrieve information from memory.Instead of thinking of subtitles as aids for films, think of them as language materials in and of themselves. Or better yet, think of it the other way around. Think of the scene as an aid for the subtitlesâ€"a video clip to help language learners understand whats written on the page.This is the principle thats put into practice by FluentU, a unique language learning program that transforms short, authentic video clips into full language lessons. Its basically an entire program that operates on the Scene Approach.FluentU takes authentic videosâ€"like news segments, short interviews, movie clips and music videosâ€"and makes them approachable and valuable for language learners of any skill level. This is done through accurate, interactive subtitles that appear on screen. You can click on any word or phrase to get a definition, in-context usage examples and pronunciation.5. Memorize the lines and talk along.Believe it or not, you have to memorize some lines. Not because youll be blurting them out in real life. Well, maybe you will, maybe you won’t.Memorizing the lines is really just a way for you to improve your memory, open your mouth and indeed say the words used in the scene. The speaking practice mattersâ€"language isnt just in your head.Speaking is a physical act, and like any physical activity, you reach mastery when you actually do it over and over.A movie, even if you take it one scene at a time, can only do so much. You better be talking, yelling, mumbling, gesturing and generally acting in front of the TV or your computer screen if you want to get the most out of it. Say the lines as the actors say them, talk back to the actors, shout comments out loud, get involved.So, there you go! You now know how to really learn a language through movies.The Scene Approach lets you do a deep dive into a 90-minute feature film so you come away with a wealth of lessons.Good luck, and happy watching!

About to meet your new tutor Here is what to do!

About to meet your new tutor Here is what to do! As someone who cares for your success, your tutor is very important to you! Its always exciting to meet new, special people. But how do you go into your first tutoring session? FIRST Start with a positive attitude: Remind yourself, This tutor is ON MY SIDE! If I dont understand something, its not a problem. In fact, I can tell my tutor everything that I find difficult. I can even get ahead in class! Maybe one day Ill be tutoring this subject! NEXT Look at the work you need to do in your class. Identify what you understand, what seems almost within your reach, and what is beyond your comprehension. Create a color code for each and mark your materials, or just write them down in preparation for your first session. FINALLY Bring your color-coded materials and questions for your tutor, along with any and all class materials. Show your tutor how youve prepared, and express the type and range of progress youd like to make in your class. Then start the tutoring adventure! Come well prepared for each successive session. Note how much more command you have of your material! Thank your tutor and yourself for giving the subject quality time and attention.

A Famous Chinese Proverb About Language Learning

A Famous Chinese Proverb About Language Learning To learn a language is to have one more window from which to look at the world. (Chinese proverb) In Chinese: Becoming fluent in a language that is not your native tongue offers numerous benefits and opportunities.   In some families, kids grow up surrounded by more than one language. They speak in multiple languages very naturally. But what to do if your parents are monolingual? And you need to learn a second language when you are adult. It might be a lot more challenging task. Beyond doubt, it is never too late to learn! Our tutors will help you! Become fluent in Spanish, German, Chinese, French, Italian, English now and dont wait any longer.

Top teaching destinations in Africa

Top teaching destinations in Africa Are there English teaching jobs in Africa? Put it this way, with 54 countries and a population of 1.2 billion and growing there is plenty of demand for teachers in Africa! There are jobs for TEFL and licensed teachers from Cairo to Casablanca and Cape Town. As you would expect on any continent, there is also a huge range of experiences on offer. Whether you want to work in a thriving city or position yourself close to in some of the world’s most breathtaking natural beauty including beaches, mountains, deserts, and lush greenery, your perfect teaching position might well be in Africa. What kind of teaching jobs are there in Africa? There are three main kinds of teaching jobs you can find in Africa: teaching as a volunteer, paid teaching as a TEFL teacher or teaching with a teacher’s license. Teaching in Africa as a volunteer If you haven’t yet got your TEFL certificate or want to work in an African country where there isn’t a big education industry, volunteer teaching might be the way to go. There are volunteer positions available all over Africa that provide a great opportunity to go on a cultural adventure and build up your teaching skills all at the same time. Obviously, you won’t get paid in a volunteer position and you’ll probably have to fund your own flights and, possibly, living expenses. You might also have to teach in tough conditions â€" think large classes in schools that lack resources. With this in mind, you might want to chat to the school you volunteer at beforehand and see if there are any resources you should bring along with you. Where can I teach as a volunteer in Africa? Anywhere you like! If all that choice is overwhelming, think about the kind of lifestyle you’d like to experience to help you narrow it down. Researching everything from the cuisine to the climate will help you work out exactly where might be the right place for you on this vast continent. To help you get started, here are a few popular destinations: Volunteer to teach English in Rwanda In recent years Rwanda has been making big improvements to its education system, making English the primary language of instruction in schools. This means there is a demand for teachers all over the country whether you see yourself exploring jungles in the north or sipping local coffee in the capital Kigali. Check out some volunteer teaching positions in Rwanda. Volunteer to teach English in Kenya Kenya’s natural beauty makes it a hugely popular tourist destination, but there are also tons of teaching opportunities there often working with kids in rural and semi-urban areas. Check out some volunteer teaching positions in Kenya. Teaching TEFL in Africa While there aren’t as many paid TEFL positions as volunteer teaching positions, it is still possible to find them. There are plenty of private language schools in big cities including international teaching organizations like the British Council. If you have a TEFL certificate you may be able to interview and secure a job before you arrive, but this isn’t always the case and many adventurous teachers book a flight and turn up to conduct their job search in person. If you take this route, remember to check your visa status beforehand. Where can I teach TEFL in Africa? Here are some of the most established TEFL destinations in Africa: Teach English in Morocco French and Arabic speaking Morocco is known for cities steeped in history and culture and its diverse natural beauty including deserts, mountains, and beaches. Jobs are available throughout the country, with the American Language Center, British Council, and Amideastand all known to be great employers. Teach English in Egypt The historical wonders of Egypt need no introduction but beyond the pyramids there are plenty of teaching jobs in major cities Cairo and Alexandria, and some opportunities in smaller cities too. It’s more common to find a job in person than online, and in general, the cost of living should allow you a comfortable lifestyle on your teaching salary. Teach English in Senegal Senegal is a tropical, francophone country in western Africa known for its beautiful beaches and delicious cuisine. Most TEFL positions are based in the buzzing capital, Dakar. Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. Teaching in Africa with a teaching license Teaching with a teaching license is a fantastic way to experience living almost anywhere in Africa. Teachers are needed for all subjects and are usually hired on two-year contracts with regular, monthly salaries, and benefits including accommodation, roundtrip airfare, and medical insurance. Amenities may vary between urban and rural positions, and salaries vary from country to country although all should provide for a comfortable lifestyle and the opportunity to save money too. Where can I teach with a teaching license in Africa? Being a licensed teacher gives you the frankly amazing opportunity to work in private international schools all over Africa. So how about heading to Botswana, for stunning nature and friendly locals? Or maybe you can see yourself soaking up history that dates back to the very beginning of humankind in Ethiopia? Feel like exploring souks and dipping your toes in the Mediterranian in Tunisia? Or taking in the heights of Kilimanjaro and the big five in Tanzania? These options are just the tip of the iceberg. Take a look at Teach Away’s featured programs for more ideas.

How to Choose a Chemistry Pattern For Your Child

How to Choose a Chemistry Pattern For Your ChildChemistry pattern is a fun way to keep kids interested in science and math. Chemistry is an essential skill for students in the sciences, so learning this skill early on will lead to a bright future for them. But it's important that you find a suitable chemistry pattern that will meet their needs.Kids who grow up in Canada usually take at least one course in chemistry at school. Whether they're learning about acids, bases, or alkali metals, or other scientific subjects, their teachers will put them through a number of different levels of teaching. It's also very common to see students receive a different pattern in class every year.A good pattern should give your child all the information they need to learn the chemical principles and also add many other benefits as well. The right chemistry pattern could even make them more interested in science overall. Keep reading to learn more about how to choose a good chemistry pattern for your c hild.There are several factors to consider when choosing a chemistry pattern for your child. While a simple title is often enough to get children interested, a more complicated pattern might not provide enough information. So you should make sure that the pattern you choose is easy for them to understand, but also provides the necessary information.A good chemistry pattern will teach your child how to relate this new knowledge to the real world. It will explain how all of the elements form, and which can be found in the earth. It will teach them about mixtures, and what substances will react together. And if they understand the principles of chemistry, they'll probably have a good understanding of the earth's crust.You might also want to consider teaching your child different components of the periodic table. With a little help from a science kit, your child can learn all of the different elements found in the earth's crust. If your child has a science kit, then this could be a grea t way to introduce them to a new element that's just been discovered. With this sort of chemistry pattern, you might even be able to teach your child new aspects of a substance.These are just a few tips for choosing a chemistry pattern for your child. If you need help choosing a science kit for your child, then try our guide. We've got step-by-step instructions to get you started with the perfect chemistry kit for your child.