How to Use an Online Tutoring Platform

How to Use an Online Tutoring PlatformLearning how to use an online tutoring platform can be a big time saver, especially for busy teachers. There are lots of options out there for you to learn how to use an online tutoring platform so that you can fit it into your teaching schedule. Here are some tips to help you decide which platform to choose.If you're looking for a course tutor program, you'll probably want to stick with something that has a lot of experience and certification. An online tutor program that has a lot of experience is a great idea because you'll know that the tutor has already been in the business long enough to really understand what the requirements are. Also, those with a lot of experience are going to be a lot less expensive because they've worked in this field for a while and they already have a good reputation as a teacher.Online platforms for tutoring will offer you the option of a course that has a lot of practice tests and assignments. You'll want to make sure that the online platform you choose offers all the features that you need to use it effectively and quickly. It should also have good customer service that will answer any questions you may have and provide helpful answers to your concerns.Your online tutoring platform should also offer you a quick assessment that you can take at any time. This assessment will help you get a feel for the user interface of the platform you're using and will also give you an idea of how effective the tutoring platform is. You want to get a feel for how the online platform works so that you know how you'll be able to use it in your own teaching.Tutoring on an online platform should also allow you to download audio and video files that you need to review and take notes from. These materials will help you review the various areas of study and give you a chance to study and review the material you need to prepare for your test. You can use the text files you download to summarize your reading assignm ents and review the notes and key points you want to remember for each area of study.You'll also find that tutoring on a simple program that is easy to use makes it a lot easier to use. The online tutoring platform should be set up so that you can learn how to teach from scratch. It should have lots of practice activities and quizzes so that you can get a feel for how it works and how you'll be able to teach without any outside help.One of the best things about an online tutoring platform is that it should be highly rated by a number of independent review sites. Those that have lots of customers and testimonials can be very good places to look for a good tutor program. This will ensure that the platform is going to be one that's easy to use and that it's going to be a good program to work with.There are a number of different tutoring platforms out there. The best ones are going to be the ones that offer the features that you need at a reasonable price. If you take the time to find t he best program you'll be able to use in the best way possible and get your students the results they're looking for.

The Best Tip for Traveling to Spain Isnt What Youd Expect

The Best Tip for Traveling to Spain Isnt What Youd Expect Suzy S. Planning a trip to Spain? Theres so much to explore and see! And if youre on a budget, you can still have an amazing experience. Learn more in this guest post by Carmichael, CA Spanish tutor  Joan B... Are you planning a trip to Spain? Whether you want to cross the must-see destinations off your bucket list, or get off the beaten path and check out some of the hidden gems in Spain, there is so much to explore. Moreover, there are tons of websites out there devoted to offering tips, hacks, and recommendations for making the most of your trip and sticking to your budget. But outside of doing your due diligence to find the cheapest (yet still reputable) hotels, do you know the simplest travel hack of all? This one thing can help you save money in Spain, while helping you have the best experience possible. That trick? Actually learning Spanish!  While you can certainly get by finding tour guides and translators who speak English, a lot can be said for learning the language of the locals. Keep reading to learn all the ways that Spanish will enhance your experience and help you save money in Spain. 1. Impress the Locals Spaniards are fiercely proud of their language, and showing them that you have an appreciation for the Spanish language and have worked to communicate with them in their mother tongue can make a huge difference. Whether its the local shopkeeper who throws in some extra goodies, the owner of a bed and breakfast who gives you a discount, or any other local merchant, you will find that simply by speaking Spanish, others are more likely to be helpful and give you a better deal. 2. Make New Friends When you can converse socially and make someone feel comfortable speaking to you in their language, you can develop long-lasting and meaningful friendships.  Building friendships with locals is one of the best travel tips for Spain, because it will allow you to experience a side of the country you might not otherwise see. They can recommend local places, set you up to stay with friends, and more. With this unparalleled cultural experience, you can save money at the same time! 3. Avoid Confusion at the Register When youre traveling, lots of transactions are made, big and small. Speaking Spanish is very useful in this case because not every clerk and merchant you encounter will speak English. And even if they do, confusion can still occur. Speaking Spanish will save you money because in addition to giving you the ability to read sign descriptions and prices, it will allow you to clear up potential confusion and make sure youre paying the actual price instead of an inflated one for tourists. A common place where this is useful is at the train station. Not every clerk speaks English, so speaking Spanish will ensure that you buy a ticket at the correct price, with the correct departure time and destination. An incorrect ticket can result in lost time and additional fees. SEE ALSO: The Most Common Spanish Phrases for Tourists 4. Stay on the Right Path Another thing that happens often when traveling is that you may rely on the advice and suggestions of people in the street, whether its asking for directions or a suggestion for a cafe or restaurant. Whom you meet often determines where you go, and subsequently, how much you pay. Speaking Spanish ensures that locals can lead you away from overpriced tourist traps, and instead point you in the direction of cafes and restaurants that are frequented by locals. In addition, the act of conversing in Spanish instead of English means that the locals you encounter might be less likely to think of you as a typical tourist and recommend more authentic (and probably better-priced) options. 5. Bargain for a Great Price Bargaining is another area where speaking the native language will come in handy if youre visiting Spain on a budget. If you want to go to places like El Rastro in Madrid (a giant flea market) to pick up souvenirs and gifts, speaking Spanish will allow you to be a more compelling and effective bargainer. You will be taken more seriously and the merchants are  more likely to give you the price you want! Lodging is another point in traveling where cost matters. A common choice in Spain is a pension, a type of local and independent bed and breakfast. Because these are often run by a single person or a couple, you have a chance to interact with the owner. Speaking Spanish will quite possibly net you a lower price in addition to creating a stronger relationship with the person, which could lead to more individualized and customized recommendations for things to do and places to go. Additional Travel Tips for Spain Looking for more travel tips? We recommend checking out these guides: Nomadic Matts Spain Travel Guide Rick Steves Guide to Spain Travel + Leisures Spain Travel Guide Its clear that there are endless ways to save money in Spain by learning Spanish. Many of the problems that come along with being a tourist, such as price inflation, occur because of a lack of savviness. Speaking Spanish will make you a more informed and capable traveler, and it will be obvious to those with whom you interact, as well. So get started today! As you plan your trip to Spain, incorporate some Spanish lessons to make sure youve covered all the basics! Ready to brush up your Spanish? Find a tutor near you! Joan B. lives in  Carmichael, CA  and has been teaching high school Spanish for more than 18 years. A lover of language, she’s studied French, Arabic, and Italian and spent time living in Spain. Joan aims to help students improve on tests and increase their conversational ability when traveling to Spanish-speaking countries.  Learn more about Joan here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by Clark Kim Kays

Should I Go to Drexel University

Should I Go to Drexel University Emily earned her bachelors degree in psychology from Drexel University. She specializes in English tutoring, biology tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Below, she shares her experience at Drexel University. Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Emily: Drexel University is situated in the heart of Philadelphia. The campus and the city are very walkable, and public transportation is accessible and easy to use. Campus security has a strong presence at the university, and because Drexel sits right next to the University of Pennsylvania, students seem to feel safe. Like at many urban campuses, however, street smarts are emphasized and helpful safety tips are taught during freshman orientation. Since the city and campus are so walkable and public transportation is very easy to navigate, a car is not necessary and a bike is optional. How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Emily:I can mostly speak from the perspective of the psychology and anatomy departments, but for me, professors were readily available during their office hours or by appointment. I found them eager to answer questions and help any student who needed extra assistance. Teaching assistants were typically seen at the introductory course level and were, more often than not, seniors who had done well in the course and enjoyed teaching. This makes for a nice intermingling of students from different years. The teaching assistants tend to act as mentors to the younger students and are quick with advice. How would you describe the dorm life rooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Emily:The dorm rooms, especially within the freshman dorms, are typical of an urban college campus. The rooms are small and are typically two-person rooms. Each person has a desk, bed, wardrobe, and dresser. Since Drexel is an urban campus, dining options are extremely varied if one is willing to venture off campus. On campus, there is a dining hall, restaurants, and coffee shops. Many clubs are very active at Drexel and bring students together. Many students also tend to meet in their freshman dorm and in classes. Which majors/programs are best represented and supported? Emily:Drexel is very well known for their engineering, computer science, business, and health sciences programs. I chose to major in psychology. I also took a number of anatomy and physiology courses with the nursing students during my four years at Drexel. I found the psychology department to be warm and welcoming and very willing to get to know its students individually. I was unsure as to what I wanted to do long-term; as such, psychology opened many doors for me and left me flexible to take a number of different paths. I ended up taking a health professions path and made this decision during the spring of my sophomore year. How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Emily:I found the freshman dorms and my classes to be the place that I initially made friends. It was relatively easy for me to make friends, as everyone was in the same boat freshman year. After freshman year, I met people through classes and clubs. Greek life does not play a very significant role at Drexel. I didnt join Greek life and didnt feel like I was missing out. How helpful are the Career Centerand other student support services? Emily:The career center is extremely helpful and very present on campus. Drexel is famous for its co-operative education program. Co-ops are essentially six-month-long internships that allow students real-world, paid, job experience before they graduate. Students can choose from either a four year, one co-op option or a five year three co-op option as their plan of study. Many well-known companies such as Amazon, Microsoft, Johnson Johnson, Merrill Lynch, and Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia recruit for co-ops on campus. Drexel has a very high post-college hiring rate due to the co-op program. Some students choose to leave the Philadelphia area for one or more of their co-ops. There are also many international co-op opportunities available. How are the various study areas such aslibraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Emily:The student center is typically used for club meetings and performances. The honors lounge is also housed in the student center, and many students in Drexels Pennoni Honors College make good use of the space. The library is small for the number of students who are typically there. During exam times, it feels cramped. Drexel has been building new study spaces over the past couple of years. Students who live in the dorms tend to use their dorms common room to study in groups. Describe the surrounding town. Emily:Drexel students tend to really explore the city of Philadelphia. Many students spend their off-time enjoying the city and getting involved in volunteer projects and programs. There is always something to do downtown, and the hustle of city life means that things never get boring. From festivals to parades to sporting events, there is always something to do on or off campus. How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Emily:The undergraduate population is about 15,000 students. It is a good size, such that I continued to meet people well into my senior year, but small enough that I saw many friends walking around campus on a daily basis. The typical class size (except for introductory classes) is about 30 students. Many of my courses within the psychology department were much smaller than that, with the average class size around 15 students. I really enjoyed this small-class feel and it catered very much to my learning style. Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Emily:I have never been a math person. I have always struggled with numbers, and may or may not still use my fingers at times when asked to perform mental math without paper and a pencil handy. That being said, when I began a statistics course during my sophomore year at Drexel, my hopes were not high regarding my success. I am here to say that I was very wrong with my initial thoughts about the course. I had a fantastic professor who was finishing up her PhD in psychology and statistics. She broke down the material so that every concept was like learning a baking recipe. If I followed her clearly defined steps, I would come up with correct answers every time! Over the next two years I took higher level courses that she taught, and loved them. Who knew that I would come to really enjoy statistics? I sure had no idea! Check out Emilys tutoring profile.The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Examples of Linear Equations

Examples of Linear Equations Linear equation is basically defined the linear characteristic of the function in this case the function varies linearly. Examples of linear equation are given below:- Y = x + 4 Y = x Y = 3 x The above defined examples are one of the suitable examples of linear equation. These examples can also be defined by the graphical representation. In short, linear equation helps us to understand the graph of linearly function. Generally linear equation are of two types, one type is linear equation in one variable other is linear equation in two variables. This can be clear by following examples. Question 1:- Find the value of x if 3x + 4 is equal to 10 Solution 1:- Given, 3x + 4 = 10 Firstly we need to subtract 4 from both sides 3x + 4 -4 = 10 4 3x = 6 Now to find out value of x, divide both sides by 3 3x/3 = 6/3 So x = 2 Question 2:-Find the value of x if 4x + 6 is equal to 10 + 2x Solution 2:- Given, 4x + 6 = 10 +2x So 4x 2x +6 is equal to 10 2x + 6 = 10 Firstly we need to subtract 6 from both sides 2x + 6 - 6 = 10 6 2x = 4 Now to find out value of x, divide both sides by 2 2x/2 = 4/2 So x = 2

What is it Like to Attend Rice University

What is it Like to Attend Rice University The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach theyre sharing their college experiences as well. Michelle is a Houston-based tutor and a senior at Rice University. She is a History major with a minor in Poverty, Justice, and Human Capabilities. Michelle specializes in many subjects including ACT prep tutoring, SAT prep tutoring, and Spanish tutoring. Check out her review of Rice: VT: How easy or difficult is it to get around on your campus? Is it hilly, do lots of people bike, are there buses, etc. Michelle: It is really easy to get around on my campus. It isnt hilly, and were a small school, so it is only a fifteen-minute walk across the whole campus. Many people bike around campus. There is also a shuttle service that goes around the whole campus every few minutes. VT: How helpful are the academic advisors? Michelle: The Office of Academic Advising is great here at Rice. Since we are a small school, it is really easy to get an appointment. During Rices orientation week, about half of the time is dedicated to academic advising and registration, making sure that everyone is comfortable with his or her schedule before the first week of classes starts. VT: How would you describe the dorm life? Michelle: The social life on campus is oriented around the dorms. We have eleven dorms that we call residential colleges. These are similar to the houses in Harry Potter. We live there, eat there, and many social events are held there. We also compete against the other colleges in friendly campus wide competitions. All of the colleges host a party at their dorm each semester. Because of the campus culture and social life, many people want to live in the dorms all four years. VT: Which majors/programs are best represented and supported? Michelle: Rice has a reputation as a science and engineering school, but we also have a lot of great programs in humanities and social science. I am a history major and have gotten a lot of support from the humanities school. Rice has a disproportionately large number of pre-med students. VT: How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Michelle: It was so easy to make friends as a freshman. Rice has an orientation week that is a big deal. Students have an entire week to meet their roommates, their orientation week group, as well as some upperclassman the week before classes start. The residential college system also makes it very easy to make friends. VT: How helpful is the Career Center? Michelle: The Center for Career Development is also very helpful. They set up on-campus interviews for seniors, but they will also meet you and help you starting your freshman year. I have gotten help there on my resume, which was great. VT: How are the various study areas? Libraries? The Student Union? Dorm lounges? Michelle: The dorms have a lot of good study areas. Fondren Library has six floors to study on. The Student Union is small, but thats not too big of a problem since there are always classrooms around campus that are open. VT: What is the surrounding town like? What are the best local attractions that make it unique? Michelle: Houston is an amazing place to live as a college student. It is such a big city, which is great because there is so much opportunity. There are a ton of restaurants and shopping right near campus. The campus is also located in the museum District/Medical Center area. There is so much culture, and the hospitals are great for internships. Lots of concerts and other events come to Houston. The job market here in Houston is one of the best in the country. This is great for summer internships and employment after graduation, especially considering the stellar reputation that Rice students have in Houston. VT: How big or small is the student body and how does that affect your experience? Michelle: The student body is about 3,500 undergraduates. This is a really good size. It is big enough that there are a lot of resources and opportunities here, but small enough that individual students can really take advantage of all of the opportunities. VT: Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one you dreaded the most. Michelle: I took an English class that was workshop based. We wrote personal essays about our life experiences. In the process we became very close as a class. I became a better writer, and I bonded with my professor and the other students in the class. Check out Michelles tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

9 Virtual Tools For The Math Classroom

9 Virtual Tools For The Math Classroom 0SHARESShare With an increasing number of people switching to technology, more and more schools especially classrooms are adopting the use of virtual technologies in running sessions. Whether one to one teaching, group study, or getting ready for projects as well as exams, virtual tools prove to be beneficial in uplifting a student’s academic success. There are tons of virtual tools available in the online world worth checking out. However there are a few shortlisted ones that really pay off well when it comes to math homework help. Check them out and test their worth. Know the Numbers Number Pieces is an amazing app to build base ones, tens, and hundreds blocks right from where you are seated. Join pieces in groups of 10 and enhance the computational skills of division, multiplication, addition, and subtraction. Through this app kids can deal with multi digit numbers, explore decimals, or even know how to tackle equations. Students can really play around with their thought process through this application. Solve math using Calculator MyScript Calculator is an amazing calculator app that includes both normal and scientific functions. It is even more interesting to see an integrated technology for handwriting recognition that lets students to write their problems, so that they get relevant correct answers based on the problem they have entered. There are even some real quick gestures to wipe out numbers and symbols with ease. 8 #Videos That Prove #Math Is Awesome http://t.co/ctmhsmzZ7o pic.twitter.com/A3986sfavR â€" Tutor Pace (@TutorPace) August 17, 2015 Learn the Vocabulary of math Math Vocabulary Cards help you know the key terms, definitions, and getting a thorough conceptual understanding of the words that you come across in mathematics. Get real life examples accompanied with each term to have an in-depth knowledge of the related subject. Switch seamlessly between English Spanish vocabulary. It is completely ideal for elementary level classrooms and more. Analyze the Angles Free Protractor is a wonderful tool to learn all about angles. Children can create all sorts of angles whether right angle, obtuse angle, acute angle, or even more. Moving the line across the screen can change angles. Kids can carve out paper shapes, pattern blocks, and more to build angles. Working with angles is a nightmare for many kids; however things become easier with this app. Tutor Pace Offering #HighSchool #Math #Tutoring In Just $299.99, 20% #OFF To 1st 50 #Students http://t.co/Nd0pgaMK1l pic.twitter.com/2fSOZd24Y1 â€" Tutor Pace (@TutorPace) August 6, 2015 Draw the Graphs Geometry Pad is an app that let kids draw shapes as well as lines as if they are drawing the same on paper. They can add text, join coordinate points, and even play with grids, just like real graphs. There are tons of features to explore out there educating kids regarding XY axis and more. Kids can now draw both axis with coordinates defined to draw easy graphs. Watch the Clock Interactive Telling Time Lite is an absolute easy way for children to learn and play with both digital as well as analog clocks. The app can tell time in multiple languages other than English such as Italian, Chinese, Korean, Danish, Norweign, Portugese, Dutch, Russian, Swedish, German, Japanese, Spanish, and French. Kids have a gala time playing with 9 interactive clocks that are 100% handmade. They facilitate students with minute and hour hands suitable for small hands. With a wide range of background music, voice overs, and clock designs, the app creates a cheerful environment for kids only enhancing their learning capabilities. Identify the Patterns Pattern Shapes help students in exploring fractions and geometry, as well as kids can draw around on screen all over. Unlimited supply of block patterns is available at their disposal. Children can actually go for decomposition of larger shapes, symmetry investigation, and establish relationships between geometrical shapes. It is a more enhanced version of Number Pieces app that we saw above. Do You Hate Math? 5 Ways To Instill A Love Of Math In Kids http://t.co/SDnaKpFKp5 #backtoschool #homeschooling pic.twitter.com/afIR8VqvZx â€" Tutor Pace (@TutorPace) August 12, 2015 Measure with Ruler Ruler is an app that converts screen into a ruler. Kids can actually measure in centimeters and inches. Even area and perimeter can be measured with the help of this tool that enables virtual measurements. Once the app starts, the entire screen converts into a ruler wherein kids can start taking measurements immediately with ease, to learn all above measurement metrics. Find the Shapes Geoboard is a tool that helps kids to get used to fractions, congruence, angles, area, perimeter, polygons, and line segments. They can switch between circular board, rectangular board, and a square board to play with measurement of time, fractions, as well as angle explorations. With so many concepts to tackle in geometry, it is a boon for kids to differentiate between shapes. 100 #LessonPlans And Ideas For Teaching #Math http://t.co/gWy2T5eKsT â€" Tutor Pace (@TutorPace) August 3, 2015 What to carry in math classroom next time? All the above tools that we just discussed play a vital role in the overall mental growth of kids when it comes to math development. You can find out similar tools all across web. However, it is very important to understand, which ones can be grasped easily by children in comprehending features and functionalities. An online math tutor can possibly help kids experimenting with apps. A professional firm can help kids even more dealing with such kind of apps and how they can be used in most optimum way. With iPad coming into existence, it is quite handy to use these apps in the virtual classroom. Mathematics is an extensive field with too many things to remember and apply. If children can have access to such tools that they can refer to apply concepts and understanding, then online math tutoring can make things easier with right kind of guidance in apt direction. What we saw are a host of iOS apps meant for iPad, but if you look at the App Store or even Play Store in more depth, you can possibly see hundreds or thousands of apps related to Mathematics that can make it a lovable subject to deal with. You might want to share your thoughts on the same or even bring to us similar kind of apps. Please feel free to do it by passing on your valuable comments. We will certainly feature them all in our future articles and even provide information on the newest apps in the math arena. [starbox id=admin]

10 Funny Songs for You to Sing With Your Kids

10 Funny Songs for You to Sing With Your Kids Sign up successful 3.  Please Don’t Play Your Violin at Night Want to incorporate some Mozart into your child’s repertoire? Try this rendition of Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. 4.  Purple People Eater It’s a one-eyed, one-horned, flying purple people eater. Of all the fun songs for kids to sing, this one is sure to make your kids laugh. 5.  Oh Where is My Hairbrush? This and other funny songs to sing by the VeggieTales gang can turn any normal activity or passing thought into a reason to break into song and dance. It may even inspire your own renditions, such as Oh Where are My Car Keys? for Mom and Dad, and Oh Where are My Shoes? for the kids. SEE ALSO: 400+ Songs to Sing for Every Occasion   6.  Witch Doctor Originally created for and recently remade by America’s favorite singing rodents, the Chipmunks, this song is sure to make babies and toddler-aged children giggle. 7.  Yakety Yak Appropriate for older children, you can poke fun at each other with this 1958 classic. Don’t talk back. Just sing it! 8.  Boom Chicka Boom The Learning Station offers a wide array of funny songs to sing with your kids as part of their project to promote healthy music for a childs heart, body and mind.” Boom Chicka Boom uses tongue twisters and wordplay to boost language development. 9.  Parts of the Body Song Music is a great educational tool for learning new things, and you can help your little one learn body parts with this goofy rap song. Once you get through the common body parts, try making up your own more specific verses with your child. 10.  I Didn’t Mean to Burp Now that youve learned the parts of the body, why not move on to the next phase bodily functions. What more could a kid ask for in funny songs to sing? Reasons to Play Fun Songs for Kids to Sing Music involves the brain at every level, with exposure increasing verbal and spatial skills, aiding emotional development, and improving body movement and coordination. And when you add silliness to the mix, creativity can be heightened as well. Spontaneously creating your own funny songs to sing also boosts language skills and can help a child come out of his or her shell! Finally, let’s not forget all the benefits of laughter that come with playing fun songs for kids to sing. Laughter has the ability to boost your immune system and energy level, diminish pain, protect your heart and body from the effects of stress, and much more. Take It a Step Further Finding funny songs to sing can really help your child identify their love of music. If your child enjoys these songs, consider signing him or her up for private singing lessons! Whether they want to sing or play an instrument, private lessons can help hone the skills necessary to excel. Give your kids the most important gift of all the gift of laughter and  learning through music.  Incorporate these funny songs into your daily life, and youll be creating fantastic memories along the way! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Image Credit:  David K