The Benefits of Reading Chemistry Books

The Benefits of Reading Chemistry BooksChemistry books can be the perfect source of information for many young students. This is especially true if they're interested in chemistry. For those interested in science and math, these books are available at a variety of price ranges, so you may need to think about where to buy them.There are some very affordable ways to buy chemistry books, but they don't always mean that the books are of the highest quality. Many cheap resources tend to be poorly written, even when the text is free. Fortunately, you can also find excellent quality books at your local library.In addition to reading books, you should also make sure that you're taking chemistry in school. If you don't do this, you're putting yourself at risk for having to repeat classes or for getting less advanced in your training. And if you're a senior, having chemistry take up all of your time during college is a bad idea.If you're able to take your science classes in school chemistry, t hen great! However, if you're not, then make sure that you spend a lot of time at the library learning what's out there. These resources can help you find excellent resources at a fraction of the cost of buying books.Text books are also an important part of the program. These are intended to be a quick introduction to the most important concepts in science, but not everyone is able to write clearly enough to understand it. Instead, you'll find that textbooks have shorter texts and detailed explanations, and these are also usually made available online as well.The internet has brought together many chemistry books online that are either free or are offered for sale. The advantages of using the internet to purchase books include the fact that many of these are much cheaper than they would be in store. Plus, because these books are being offered for sale on the internet, you can usually get better pricing than you would at a bookstore.As a student of a very difficult subject, it's impo rtant to make sure that you're studying effectively. While chemistry is a great area to take if you're looking to have an education, it's also vital to study the basics before you get too far into the subject. Even though chemistry books are a wonderful resource for those looking to learn more about the topic, make sure that you don't overlook the importance of studying the basics of the subject before you jump into anything too advanced.

GMAT Question of the Day #114 - VIC (variables in choices)

GMAT Question of the Day #114 - VIC (variables in choices) GMAT MBA Admissions Blog This blog post relates to question #114 from the Official Guide for GMAT Review, 2017. This is a classic combined rate problem with a VIC (variables in choices) twist. The authors of the OG provide the straightforward algebraic solution, and, with the proper background in rates problems like this, you shouldn’t have any trouble understanding what they’re up to. However, VIC problems with only one or two variables are begging to be back-solved. Start by noticing that x y because x is the amount of time it takes to make the 800 nails when the machines work together, and y is the amount of time it takes Machine A working alone. Based on that, let’s pick x = 2 and y = 4. Small numbers that divide 800 are going to be good picks. You might want to try some different numbers on your own. In this case I’ve set it up so that Machines A and B will work at the same rate â€" they work twice as fast together. Because combined rates are always to sum of the individual rates, we know that . So, the rate of Machine B must be 200 nails per hour. Consequently, Now we plug in our picks, and . To find our target number â€" 4. Takeaways: When you have a VIC problem with only one or two variables, you should always consider back-solving. Pay attention to the context of the problem when making your picks. Also, notice that when I plugged in my picks to find my target, there was no need to actually do the computation â€" (A) and (B) are less than one, (C) isn’t an integer, (D) is negative, so (E), whatever it turns out to be, must be the answer One last thing: the people at GMAC know that this is an efficient way to solve this problem. That’s probably why E is the correct answer. Next time you back-solve, start with (E) John is a Senior MyGuru GMAT tutor based in Chicago, but is also the founder of Owl Test Prep . We encourage you to check out their web-site and YouTube channel.

Other Ways to Say Okay in English Learn English with Harry ????

Other Ways to Say Okay in English Learn English with Harry ???? Do you know other ways to say Okay in English?Okay or OK is a very basic word of acceptance that we say to show our agreement.The word that we not only spell incorrectly  but also use it so often that it gets really boring.Do you remember one of the main tips I gave you   for the IELTS speaking test?   Avoid using the same words over and over again.Today we’re going to look at some of the other ways to say Okay in English, and liven up your conversations and improve your speaking skills.Scroll down to watch a video lesson. Other ways to say Okay in English 1?? SOUNDS GOOD TO MEIf were agreeing with somebody, we can swap  Okay  for  sounds good to me  For example,  ??  Im cooking fish with vegetables for dinner, is it okay with you???  Sounds good to me.or?????  Lets go to the cinema tomorrow.?????  Sounds good to me.2??  WHY NOTHere again, we use  why not  to express agreement.  ??  Lets go out for an Italian tonight.??  Yes, why not?So instead of saying okay and just agreeing to something, youre showing no doubts by asking a question in return. What youre really saying is:Why not, lets go for it, lets go out to an Italian restaurant tonight. Other ways to say Okay in English 3?? MY THOUGHTS EXACTLYis another way of saying  I agree with you 100%.  We use it when  someone says something that was exactly like what another person was thinking.For example,??  Dont you think the movie was excellent???  My thoughts exactly.4?? OKEY-DOKEY /???ki 'd??ki/This little phrase is an informal variant of okay. We use  okey-dokey  in the same way as  okay  to show that you agree to something, or that you want to start talking about something else or doing something else.  For example,??  Lets meet up for lunch on Sunday to discuss the details.?????  Okey-dokey.Another way of saying it is  okeydoke  /???ki 'd??k/ Other ways to say Okay in English 5?? BY ALL MEANSWe can use  by all means  to say that youre  ok with something, youre giving your permission.  ??  Can I come to your party on Friday??????  Yes by all means.meaning absolutely, certainly, without a doubt.Of course, there are many many other different ways to say  alright  or  okay in English that we can use in different situations.  I agree, I support you, I understand you, I will come with you    and we are going to work on that in our future lessons.   By all means - Meaning

The Final Steps Preparing for the SAT

The Final Steps Preparing for the SAT You're taking the SAT soon. You've done your prep work and you've got your calculator. What else can you do to prepare to take the test? In addition to studying and making sure your knowledge is up to snuff for the standardized test, you also need to prepare mentally and physically for the testing conditions themselves. All the vocabulary and calculator tricks in the world won't help if you can't focus on the test itself. Here are some tried and true test taking tips to ensure that you give the SAT your best shot:Pre-Test DayGet some sleep two nights before the testEveryone knows well rested students perform better on tests. What a lot of people don't know is that research has shown you draw energy from two nights before. When you pull an all nighter (which you should never do), you typically feel fine the next day, but it catches up with you on the second day. This is because your body is trying to gather energy from the night when you didn't sleep. If you're taking the SAT on a Saturday, make sure you get to bed at a reasonable timebothThursday and Friday night. Try to give yourself between 8 and 10 hours of sleep.Limit screen timePlaying on your phone, tablet, or laptop before bed can mess with the way your brain prepares for sleep. I'm not telling you to do something drastic and get rid of your cell for the duration of your prep time, but to get those two good nights of sleep I suggest trying to keep screen time before bed down to less than 30 minutes. (Less than 10 is even better!) Save your tweets and snaps for in the morning. Get your beauty rest!!Drink LOTS of waterThe day before the test is the perfect time to HYDRATE, HYDRATE, HYDRATE! Your body is 70% water, give it what it needs to function properly. Doing this the day before keeps you from making a million trips to the restroom during the timed test.Also try to steer clear of excessive amounts of caffeinated and sugary beverages as they contribute to dehydration.Avoi d dehydrating activitiesTry to stay out of the sun as much as possible. You're drinking all that water for a reason, don't lose it to fatiguing activities such asstrenuousactivities and staying out inthe sun all day.Eat wellAlong with staying ultra hydrated, try to eat well the day before your test. Eating a lot of carbs and greasy foods can slow down your body. Try fresh fruits and veggies. Not a fan of vegetables? No problem. Just try to limit how much junk food you eat the daybefore.Test DayEat somethingThere is a lot of talk about breakfast being the most important meal of the day, which is true, but forcing yourself to eat when you don't usually or earlier than you normally eat is arecipe for a stomachache. You know your body best. If you don't usually eat breakfast try something small and light like a cup of yogurt or maybe a banana.Steer clear of massive amounts of bread for breakfast before your test. Carbs are hard to digest and tend to make you sleepy. Alsoavoid super suga ry cereals, the sugar rush will leave and you'll be snoozing through your test. A couple pieces of toast won't hurt, but try to stay away from several waffles or pancakes with lots of syrup.Bring light snacks and waterAgain, you don't want something heavy that will steal blood away from your brain during the test. My personal favorite test snack isapple slices with a little bit of lemon juice drizzled over them. During the test, you can slip a single slice out of the bag, munch on it, and then get back to your test. The lemon juice gives a little zip of flavor and helps keep the apple from turning brown. Nuts are another great snack item. Keep in mind that you're being timed. You want snacks that you can access, eat, and put away quickly.Remember to pace yourself on how much water you're drinking. You don't want to have to leave the test while it's still being timedbecause you drank your water tooquickly.Remember to BREATHEIf you feel yourself entering PANIC MODE or you get flustere d by a question, don't fret. Set your pencil down. Sit back. Take a deep breath.This will help reset your brain to handle the question. After your deep breath, pick up your pencil and read the question again.You've done your prep work. You know your stuff. Don't psyche yourself out. You've got this!

Selfies Are Literally Killing People ... Great

Selfies Are Literally Killing People ... Great pexels.com Some of the more ridiculous, tragic deaths include people falling from mountains, falling into rivers, crashing airplanes (in other words, putting more than just their own lives at stake for the “perfect” selfie) and getting hit by trains. In fact, in more recent news, people have also accidentally shot themselves while taking a selfie with a gun. Again, not joking. So of course, such stupidity warrants expert help, which is why a group of computer experts have analyzed these “deaths-by-selfie” and attempted to create a solution. It’s no surprise that the solution is yet another application for users to install on their phones. The app in question would warn individuals that they are in a “death-by-selfie” zone. I can’t stress how much I wish I was making this up. And to make matters worse, this is an international problem. According to Hemank Lamba, from Carnegie Mellon University and Ponnurangam Kumaraguru from the Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology and their colleagues, “We found that most common reason of selfie death was height-related. These involved people falling off buildings or mountains while trying to take dangerous selfies.” They wrote these findings in their report, which they published online at arXiv. What were other reasons for selfie-related deaths? The number two cause was a tie between drowning and being hit by a train. For any of you that commute and pass over train tracks at some point, this probably isn’t much of a surprise, as many individuals stop directly on the tracks in bumper to bumper traffic (in a personal experience, the woman behind me did so while talking on her phone. Luckily for her, no train was coming). Not sure if it’s an obliviousness or an “it can’t happen to me” mentality, but this problem is universal, and it’s a problem. According to Kumaraguru, these deaths were becoming a news report trend, and he and his colleagues wanted to do something about it. He attempted to use data mining in order to come up with his solution. According to him, “It is important because people are losing their lives because of taking dangerous selfies.” So what constitutes a “dangerous selfie”? How about a few examples? For one, there’s the German tourist who was killed in Peru. He attempted to catch himself on top of Macchu Picchu back in July and failed. There’s also five women from India who were taking a selfie in India. One of them died in September when she fell into the reservoir below. The other four died shortly after in their attempts to save her. There’s also the man in Washington, here in the U.S., who was taking selfies with his gun. He pulled the trigger, apparently thinking that it wasn’t loaded, and shot himself. And finally, there’s the man in Colorado that died taking a selfie while flying a plane, killing the other passenger in the plane along with him. I think Kumaraguru sums it up correctly in saying, “These are very disturbing.” So how many selfie deaths have there been? According to Kumaraguru and his team after collating media reports around the world, there have been about 127 reported selfie-related deaths between 2014 and September of this year. So he’s been working tirelessly to help fix the problem. According to him, he and the team have been attempting to develop a software that would warn users about their surroundings. Basically, if the user is in a dangerous area, the app would warn them, or it would turn off their camera in risky areas. According to him, “It could help users make better decisions.” The thought is there, the effort is there, but the probability that these “risk-takers” would download such an app is unlikely. Basically, if people are going to take selfies atop mountains, an app isn’t going to stop them from doing so. Or, more simply, they aren’t looking to be censored in their selfie taking, so they won’t ever download the app. However, the team is hopeful and continues to work for this solution. They are researching the areas where selfie deaths have actually occurred as well as areas where there’s potential for selfie-related deaths and they’re creating algorithms for the risk to selfie-takers. According to them, “We believe that the study can inspire and provide footprints for technologies which can stop users from clicking dangerous selfies, and thus preventing more of such casualties.” Whether or not it works, we’ll have to wait and see.

Learn a Language with Websites 14 Free Sites for Mastering Language Skills

Learn a Language with Websites 14 Free Sites for Mastering Language Skills Learn a Language with Websites: 14 Free Sites for Mastering Language Skills You can calibrate the exact right amount of swing in your hips to look cool while salsa dancing.You can carry so many beer mugs theyre tried to recruit you as a server for Oktoberfest.You can whip up instant ramen in five minutes (less if you dont mind a little crunch).Theres no denying that you have mad skills. But do you have the right language skills?Language proficiency requires much more than vocabulary and grammar alone. To become proficient, youll also need reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.When youre using language learning websites, though, developing a balanced skill set doesnt always come naturally. Thats because learning websites often focus on just one or two skills.So hows a learner supposed to develop well-rounded skills if they dont take a conventional course? The secret is using the right websites!And guess what? Even the right free websites can give you the balanced skills you want and deserve.Just use at least one resource from each skill category to help ensure you develop all the most important language skills. How to Get the Most Out of Learning a Language Through a WebsiteTry several websites.When you can use a website for free, theres no harm in trying several! Plus, testing out a variety of websites can help you find the ones that best match your needs and interests.You might even try all the websites listed below to see which you like best. Once youve tried them all, you can narrow down your usage to just one or two websites per category.View it as your own personal version of The Bachelor, but with significantly less drama (unless you find out one of the websites isnt here for the right reasons).Pay attention to level.Websites can vary quite a bit in level. While some options can accommodate all levels, other websites focus more specifically on beginning, intermediate or advanced learners.Finding a website that works with your level will help you use that website to its maximum effect. Websites that are too advanced ca n be demotivating, while websites that are too easy might not lead to as rapid of progress.Pair multiple websites.Pairing multiple websites gives you a variety of approaches to your target language. Plus, to ensure youve developed all four language skills, pairing multiple websites may be essential.Because each website offers a different approach and different material, you may even find that using a large number of websites makes you even more comfortable with your target language.Aim for balance.Traditional courses focus on balanced skills for a reason! Progressing in your target language requires balance, so aim for balance in your online education, too.Sure, it can be easier to find reading and listening practice than speaking and writing practice, but if you dont work on all your language skills, you might not have those skills when you need them.Take advantage of free trials.Some of the resources on this list are completely free, while others offer free trials. This is an exce llent opportunity to learn for free while testing out a premium learning product you might want to subscribe to down the road.Learn a Language with Websites: 14 Free Sites for Mastering Language SkillsWhile many of these websites focus on multiple skill sets, some are better for certain skills than others.Here are some of the best websites for each language skill. However, if you like a website, be sure to dedicate a little time to it to see if you could use it to develop multiple skills.Language Learning Websites for Listening SkillsEasy LanguagesUnderstanding native speakers isnt always easy for language students, but Easy Languages makes it totally doable.Easy Languages provides videos that show real people using their native language in an everyday context. The videos feature on-the-street interviews with locals, who discuss language, culture and life in general. Not only can these videos help you practice listening to authentic spoken language, they can also give you valuable i nsight into local culture and lifestyles.Videos are available in Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and many more. You dont even need advanced-level skills to enjoy the material! Videos feature subtitles in the target language and English, and both sets appear simultaneously. This makes it easy to read along in your target language or refer to the English translation if you dont understand the words.If you prefer, you can also access videos through the amazing Easy Languages YouTube Channel.FluentUAvailable: iTunes and AndroidThink about the sort of entertaining videos you watch in English on the regular. What if you could watch those types of videos in your target language? With FluentU, you can!FluentU takes authentic videos, like movie trailers, music videos, news, informational talks and commercials, and converts them into powerful language learning tools. Each video features annotated captions, so you can easily see any words definition, example sentences and an associated image. If you want to study a word more, just add it to your vocabulary list to keep it handy.In addition to terrific video content, FluentU also offer quizzes that fuse videos, images and example sentences into flashcards and interactive activities for practice thats both authentic and engaging. This makes FluentU useful for developing reading and writing skills along with listening abilities.Regardless of your current level, FluentU can accommodate your learning needs and goals. You choose what you watch, how much you watch and how quickly you watch it. Meanwhile, FluentUs algorithm tracks your progress to present you with level-appropriate questions that build on what you already know.Not only can you use FluentU online, you can also use the iOS app or the Android app for on-the-go learning.NetflixAvailable: iTunes and AndroidThats rightâ€"your Netflix addiction can give you next-level listening practice. N etflix offers countless foreign language movies and TV shows, and you can enjoy them all with your existing subscription.Just search the name of your target language with TV or movies to find options. For instance, Spanish TV aficionados can enjoy options like La Casa de Papel (literal translation: The House of Paper; English title: Money Heist). French movie fans can watch Je ne suis pas un homme facile  (I Am Not an Easy Man).Perhaps best of all for language learners, Netflix offers flexible subtitling options. You can enjoy any content with or without English subtitles. For some options (particularly Netflix Originals), you may even be able to add subtitles in your target language so that you can read along as you watch.LanguagePod101Available: iTunes and AndroidLanguagePod101 from Innovative Language is well-known for its language learning material, which focuses on audio podcast lessons.You may know LanguagePod101 better by some of its language-specific options, such as  Spanis hPod101, ChineseClass101 or FrenchPod101. But there are so many more languages than that! LanguagePod101 also offers Bulgarian, Cantonese, Filipino, Finnish, Hindi, Swahili and more.In addition to audio lessons that provide language instruction, LanguagePod101 also frequently offers targeted listening practice.If you dont want to sign up for LanguagePod101, you can also enjoy listening practice through associated YouTube channels, like GermanPod101, ItalianPod101  and  KoreanClass101.For instance, beginning Chinese students might check out the Chinese Listening Comprehension for Absolute Beginners playlist. Korean students can dive in with several Korean listening playlists, ranging from complete beginner to advanced.Videos and podcasts for listening practice usually focus on common scenarios. Youll hear a dialogue, then be asked to answer a question based on that dialogue, which is great for practicing comprehension.Language Learning Websites for Speaking SkillsitalkiAvailable: iTu nes and AndroidGetting speaking practice can be a little tricky for some learners, but italki makes it easier.Italki allows you to connect with native speakers to practice your language skills. You can filter through potential conversation partners by language, gender, where theyre from, where they live now and whether theyre a native speaker.This makes it easier to connect with someone for mutually beneficial language exchange. You help them practice your language, and in exchange, they help you practice their language.TandemAvailable: iTunes and AndroidTandem is another option for connecting with native speakers. You can use Tandem to find your next language partner or even interact with them directly through the app. You can also set your language levels to let other users know how proficient you are before you connect.Tandem allows you to exchange audio or video calls and text or audio messages. Tandem can even hook you up with text translations in the app if you need a little e xtra support to chat more easily, which makes Tandem a great choice for beginning learners.BilinguaAvailable: iTunes and AndroidBilingua is another language exchange app, but this one has a useful twist. It can propose topics and phrases for you!Some students struggle with speaking practice because they just dont know what to talk about. If this sounds like you, Bilinguas conversation and phrase recommendations can be just the boost you need to start using your language skills.You can communicate with your partner via audio or video, so you can stay in touch even on days youre not camera-ready. Oh yeah, and the apps algorithm matches you with the right partner for you!But what if you need a break from all that speaking practice? Bilingua has a solution for that! You and your conversation partner can play games together for a fun study break.The MixxerThe Mixxer is a free website provided by Dickinson College. The site acts sort of like a dating website but for language exchange part ners. You search profiles to find someone youre interested in speaking with, then both of you hop onto Skype to work a little speaking practice into your language study.If you prefer writing practice, you can also ask your partner to have a look at your writing and correct your work, but well give you some more options for writing practice later.Language Learning Websites for Reading SkillsReadlangReadlang is a powerful tool for reading practice, but it also converts tons of authentic websites into powerful learning tools.Heres why:  Readlang is a downloadable web reader. Once youre using it, you can go to any website in your target language and simply click any word you dont know for an instant translation. Plus, the words you click are saved so that you can practice them with flashcards!If you dont feel up to sourcing your own authentic content to read with Readlang, dont worryâ€"the site has already found some great content to get you started on the right path. Just access Readla ngs library for content suggestions. You can even filter library selections by difficulty level, word count and category (fiction, non-fiction, song, conversation, other) to find the right text for you.Lingua.comLingua.com is a free language learning website with a strong focus on text.As such, Lingua.com offers plenty of authentic reading material, like dialogues, short stories and articles. These texts are conveniently organized by level, making it easy to select an option thats appropriate for your current skills.Readings are usually brief, and each reading is accompanied by a set of questions to test your comprehension. Once you complete the questions, the website will even suggest additional texts you might enjoy, making it easy to keep your reading practice going much longer.If you prefer printed exercises, Lingua.com also offers printable PDFs that feature both the reading, the associated questions and the answers to these questions.Lingua offers texts in Czech, Dutch, Englis h, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese and Spanish.Reading A-ZReading A-Z is designed to provide printable material for teachers, but that doesnt mean learners cant use it, too!Just use the Resources drop down menu to look at options in the Spanish More World Languages category.While most material helps you either  learn Spanish or learn French, students studying these languages can find leveled books, authentic books, songs, fiction series, word books and more.Materials are intended for children, so theyre mostly at a beginning level. They offer convenient, approachable reading practice for students who are just starting out.With a free trial, you can download reading materials, lessons on those materials, worksheets and more.Language Learning Websites for Writing SkillsConversation ExchangeConversation Exchange is a website designed to help you meet the language exchange partner of your dreams.And for students looking for writing practice, Conversation Exchange practice h as a huge bonus: You can filter by other users looking for a pen pal relationship. That means you can find other users who are also looking for written correspondence, which is a great way to practice your writing skills with a native speaker.There are over 1,000 users interested in a pen pal relationship who speak German alone, so its safe to assume youll probably be able to find a pen pal who speaks your target language, too!Now, Conversation Exchange isnt just for written correspondence. If you find a partner you connect with, you can also arrange to interact via text, voice or video chat through services like Skype or Google Hangouts. This makes Conversation Exchange useful for learning several language skills!My Language ExchangeIf you want a pen pal relationship to perfect your writing skills, you dont have to sort through users who want speaking practice to to find one. My Language Exchange has a page just for pen pals.My Language Exchange focuses on connecting users for an e mail penpal relationship. Dont know how to do that? Dont worry! My Language Exchange even provides helpful tips  to ensure you and your penpal both get the most out of your relationship.You can browse for pen pals by language or country. An advanced search provides you with an even broader array of criteria, like country, city, age, gender and more.RedditReddit may be your go-to destination to find the latest funny photos or connect with like-minded individuals who are as passionate about your unique interests as you are, but guess what? Reddit can also be an awesome tool for practicing writing in your target language.There are a number of subreddits in foreign languages, so you can snag the writing practice youre looking for. And lets be realâ€"someone will be prepared to correct your grammar. This is the internet, after all.Most of the foreign language subreddits are technically subreddits for foreign countries, so you can practice your Italian on the Italy subreddit, improve your Spanish with the Mexico subreddit  or work on your Portuguese with the Brasil subreddit.Of course, you can also get some authentic reading practice from Reddit, so thats a nice bonus!Dont let your language skills hobble along like a car with three wheels! Use these 14 free websites to develop balanced skills and confidently continue on your journey to fluency.

St. Margarets Episcopal School

St. Margarets Episcopal School St. Margarets Episcopal School Founded in 1979, St. Margarets is the premier, independent, college-preparatory day school in Orange County, serving 1,234 students in preschool through grade 12. St. Margarets is situated on a picturesque 22-acre campus in San Juan Capistrano, California, with dedicated campuses for each school division, modern classrooms and facilities, including a performing arts center, science and technology labs, library, athletic fields and gymnasiums. The schools faculty is comprised of a team of experienced and passionate administrators and educators, including principals in each school division. A 21st-century, vigorous and balanced curriculum prepares every student for future success and healthy, productive lives. With 2,200 alumni who have matriculated to colleges and universities across the country, St. Margarets is a vital member of the community and educational landscape of Southern California. St. Margarets is accredited by the following bodies: California Association of Independent Schools Western Association of Schools and Colleges National Association for the Education of Young Children National Association of Independent Schools National Association of Episcopal Schools Center for Spiritual and Ethical Education

5 Ways to make the Best out of Online Study Materials

5 Ways to make the Best out of Online Study Materials Tips from a Private Orange County Tutor: 5 Ways to make the Best out of Online Study Materials Tips from a Private Orange County Tutor: 5 Ways to make the Best out of Online Study Materials Whether you’re studying for the SAT or for a classroom course, online study materials are a major part of a student’s life. There are many advantages to online study, including the convenience and accessibility factor but there are also some disadvantages. There are pop up ads left and right and some online sources simply aren’t reputable. Look at these tips for a great online study experience. 1. Avoid distractions Distractions are ever present when studying online. Pop up ads inviting students to check out a blog about their favorite celebrity and ad boxes that cover up part of the paragraph they are trying to read are a constant distraction. Also, don’t forget about the temptation to tab over to a social media site for ‘just a minute’. During crucial study periods, use an app such as Self Control to force away temptation and practice visually blocking out ads (easier said than done). 2. Ask your tutor for help determining which sites are reputable Some online study tools are legitimate, up to date, and highly useful for students of all grade levels. Others, however, were written by a student from 2010 using a now out of date text edition. Additionally, do today’s students know if that 2010 student received all As or if they flunked out? No, they don’t. Avoid all student posts and focus on sites that are pre-approved by a tutor. Chances are the tutor transitioned to the Internet and learned over time how to search for legitimacy; newer tutors will have learned how to appropriately use online research methods in high school or college (READ: Tips From an Irvine SAT Tutor: The Free SAT Study Guide). 3. Determine your overall study needs Before logging in, it’s important to determine your overall study needs. Are you doing in depth research for a 10 page paper? Are you using a website that helps you study for the SAT step by step? Are you using an online organizational tool to help you study for a quiz? Research is generally the most difficult situation but rest assured that once the skill is mastered, it will make future study much easier and faster. Student researchers are encouraged to sit down with their tutor and ask for help getting organized. A few hours with a tutor can save dozens of hours each term. Students using a site such as Study Blue or Quizlet are encouraged to keep a paper copy of important notes. Based on Murphy’s Law, if there was ever a time for the Internet to crash it would be the night before the exam. 4. Use online tools in collaboration with in-person study Online study is fantastic and convenient but best conducted in conjunction with in-person study. Students who work with study groups get the advantage of multiple ideas and thoughts in this collaborative environment. Additionally, students who work within a group or with a tutor can make sure that everyone is on track and help each other avoid distractions. Don’t worry, if students can’t actually meet face to face, they can still get the benefits of collaboration through Skype or Google Hangouts study sessions (READ: 5 Signs You Need a Math Tutor). 5. Organize Wandering around the Internet without any particular goal or direction will usually take students way off their study path and lead to countless hours of wasted time. Students are encouraged to sit down for a few minutes and get organized before logging in. First, create an outline for study. Which topics need to be covered? Which ones are priorities? Which subjects require the most amount of time and which are most challenging? Next, students should think about their goals. For example, if studying for the SAT will today’s study cover the reading section or does math need to be completed first? Hit the ground running when school starts back up with the help of a private Irvine academic tutor. Call us today for details. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write

The Benefits of Hiring a Free Typing Tutor

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