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Articles in Home | Reference & Education | Education Title|Newest|Oldest Do You Know Yourself? Test  By : CD Mohatta We all claim to know many things. We analyze our friends, our colleagues and other people. We try to find out how others act and behave. We act like a know all about others. How about ourselves? Do we know ourselves? We react to many stimuli - both from outside and our mind. We go into different moods and act differently at different times. We can not predict our own behavior many times. We know something about our likes and dislikes about food, clothing, home and such thins. But what about our emotions? What of our mind? Do we know? Can we predict our own reaction at a given situation? It may be different at different times, depending on our own mood. We are not machines and therefore highly unpredictable. The Fascination With Astrology - How Good?  By : CD Mohatta In the 1920's, there was a big sensation in the US. Two sisters had photographed fairies flying around flowers in their garden. It was an unbelievable event. The two gave interviews and talked stuff. It was after more than sixty years that one sister revealed the whole thing was a hoax. The fairies were made of paper. Nonetheless they captured public imagination. It was something different and unbelievable, but was revealed a hoax later. But thousands of paranormal and supernatural things remain the way they are- uncanny and unimaginable. No one has explanations. All the same, people love to know more and indulge in these pursuits. Very often we have astrologers predicting events. Most people love the opportunity to get one's palm read by an astrologer. Believe the stuff or scoff at it. But the whole idea is fascinating to humans. Many people read the headlines of a newspaper later, but read their horoscope first. Astrologers and fortune tellers may talk in deceptive and ambiguous terms. Knowing the same, people flock to them. Worldwide Economist Rankings: Top 20 Economists from Turkey  By : Roberto Bell LogEc collects accesses statistics from several services which use the RePEc data set, the largest online collection of Economics Working Papers, Journal Articles and Software Components. LogEc provides a convenient way of tracking trends in the profession (it can be found in RePEc before it hits the journals) and the impact of one's own work. Tutoring: The Help Your Child Needs!  By : Gabriel Adams - If you have ever had a child who is doing badly in school then you know how heart breaking and stressful it can be. One of the best ways to get your child to do better is to find a good tutor. These are people who will help teach your child the information they need to know. Most tutors will work with your child in a one on one environment. This is better than a classroom because it means the teacher is only focused on the learning and development of one student. This helps the student absorb more information about their subjects. Durham, Nc: A Center Of Learning  By : Gabriel Adams - Durham offers a lot of activities for visitors and residents to do. There are about a quarter of a million people who currently reside in Durham with around 5 million people who visit annually. Currently Durham is considered one of the centers for learning in North Carolina. Durham has very good colleges which take up residence there. Currently Duke University takes up residence in Durham. This college is known throughout the world and is considered a very good college. This helps attract a younger crowd to Durham and helps bring arts and culture to the community. It also brings about a good education and keeps a lot of the kids in town. Should Your Child Have A Private Tutor?  By : Gabriel Adams - Private tutoring can be a very effective aid for students in learning, no matter what what the student's aptitude for learning is. Students who are struggling in their studies will find that a tutor can help them learn their material more thoroughly and easily, while the academically adept student will find that a tutor can help them achieve a level of excellence and learning well beyond what they could achieve without a tutor. Any student, no matter where in the percentiles they find themselves, may benefit from a tutor. If you decide to get a tutor, there are several options. Kidfluence Television Extends Reach, Partners With Global Broadband Television Company IVNET.TV  By : MuzikMan Delray Beach, Florida--November 6, 2006-- CoMatrix Media is developing a new television program entitled Kidfluence TV which focuses on real life issues that effect today’s youth. In a forum setting, parents, teens, tweens, professionals, advocates and other diverse guests will gather to share and explore the vital issues that our youth face. Kidfluence Television is solution based; and the goal is to increase the social conscience of its viewers. Schools: How to Become a Card Dealer  By : Jack Reider If dealing cards at a blackjack table appeals to you or you simply want to make a change in your life, you should seriously consider attending a casino gaming school. There are good casino colleges in Las Vegas that offer professional instructors and job placement services. Exploring The Origins Of Good Old-fashioned Common Sense  By : Stacey Moore Some say that a life without common sense would be uncommonly difficult. In fact, a recent study found that 94 percent of Americans say that having common sense makes life easier. But what is common sense? While we tend to recognize it when we see it, it can be difficult to define. For the past few years the Scott Tissue and Towels has consulted Americans to explore the concept of common sense, and recently conducted a survey to learn more. A Contest For Peace  By : Stacey Moore A new contest asks Americans to get creative as they consider the art of peace. A writer and entrepreneur with a passion for peace has started a nationwide project that invites everyone-from writers and scholars to musicians, painters, professionals and students-to creatively express the nonviolent messages of Mohandas Gandhi. The winning entrant will receive a prize of $1,000. Fun Ways To "activate" Kids In The New Year  By : Stacey Moore While colder weather can seem like a barrier to staying fit, wintertime can offer many opportunities to stay active. Whether it's outdoor activities or indoor play, there are lots of ways to incorporate physical activity into kids' daily routine. Campbell's Labels for Education (LFE)-a program which has helped schools get the tools and resources they need for more than 30 years-recently launched a new program in conjunction with National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) that can help parents, teachers and kids make fitness a priority year-round. Campbell's Recess Rewards offers bonus point incentives for those who implement nutrition or fitness related programs in their schools or communities. That means any school that participates in Campbell's Recess Rewards earns 500 extra points that can be redeemed for LFE merchandise including physical activity equipment. In fact, many of the fun fitness items can be used both outdoors and indoors, making it easy to incorporate activity every day, even during the colder months. Europe-from The Hot Spots To The Hotshots  By : Stacey Moore So much has changed so quickly in Europe (from the euro to the European Union) that even Europeans (be they Lithuanians or Luxembourgers) can't keep up. Americans are equally perplexed, which may be why they have welcomed Melissa Rossi's "What Every American Should Know About Europe" (Plume) with open arms. Rossi's book lets readers know the hot spots, hotshots, political muck ups, cross-border sniping and cultural chaos of our transatlantic cousins. With her trademark investigative flair and wry humor, she gives the inside scoop on every nation in the European Union and beyond. For example: After-school Programs Find A Home In Schools  By : Stacey Moore In many communities, the end of the school day doesn't mean that students are no longer learning or that schools are standing idle. A new survey shows that nearly two-thirds (just over 62 percent) of students who participate in after-school programs take part in activities held at their schools, in a location such as a gym or cafeteria-and not in after-school centers. One Day, Plastics May Save Your Life  By : Stacey Moore What is the first thing you think of when you hear the word "plastic"? Chances are, you do not think of the many ways plastics may literally save your life or the lives of your loved ones. Hard Work: A Head Start On High School  By : Stacey Moore Many parents, students and teachers may be intrigued to learn that in a nationwide survey on what should be taught in schools, "persistence and follow-through" received 93 percent approval as did "industry or hard work." Far too frequently, however, children stop caring about their education, and often this transformation is seen around the ages of 12 or 13, when students rely less and less on parents for direction and more and more on peers. Kids Get Wild In Classrooms Across The Country  By : Stacey Moore Tigers, gorillas and panda bears-oh my! Not exactly Dorothy's traveling troupe of friends, but these magnificent creatures do have one thing in common: they are all endangered. Every day, scientists at the World Resources Institute estimate up to 100 species become extinct. That's nearly 40,000 animals, plants and insects that disappear from the Earth each year. By helping to raise awareness today about the dangers that threaten their survival, endangered animals-even those in our own backyards-can be around for generations to come. An Author For The Record Books  By : Stacey Moore Here's a world record worth reading into: a man typed 56 books (a total of more than 3 million words) backwards. Using a computer and four blank keyboards, Italy's Michele Santelia typed books including the "Odyssey," "Macbeth" and the "Vulgate Bible." Women Ceos Focus On Long-term Growth  By : Stacey Moore A major research study finds that companies run by women focus on long-term growth--through new markets, innovative products/services and strategic alliances--and shun short-term gains, cost-cutting measures and the quick-exit strategies of some businesses. The study, released by Babson College and The Commonwealth Institute, found that 80 percent of female CEOs identified expanding customer relationships as the key priority for driving future growth. Program Teaches Ethical Decision Making To Students  By : Stacey Moore America's teens are feeling the pressure to succeed in school, no matter the cost. In fact, more than two out of five teens-44 percent-feel this heavy burden. And girls feel the strain more so than boys. Those are some of the findings of the fourth annual Teen Ethics Poll released by JA Worldwide (Junior Achievement) and Deloitte & Touche USA LLP (Deloitte). The survey, which took the ethical pulse of teens ages 13 to 18, also found that eight in 10 students think the pressure will stay the same or get worse once they begin working, and nearly a third don't feel fully equipped to make ethical decisions. Colorful Classrooms Equal Enhanced Education  By : Stacey Moore Splashing some color in the classroom helps children learn. That's according to a recent study that found 90 percent of teachers in grades three through 12 agree that teaching in color enhances the learning experience. For many schools, obtaining the funding to make colorful changes in the classroom is a challenge. In fact, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers, 75 percent of our nation's school buildings remain inadequate to meet the needs of schoolchildren, in part due to outdated facilities. Study: School Vouchers Lead To Less Segregated Schools  By : Stacey Moore A new report gives voucher schools high marks for helping to increase diversity in classrooms. The study found that private schools participating in the Milwaukee, Cleveland and Washington, D.C. voucher programs are much less segregated than public schools. In addition, the report concluded that segregation levels in private schools at the classroom level are lower than those in public schools. Working To Improve Math Literacy  By : Stacey Moore Improving the math and science skills of the nation's students may add up to a better, stronger future for America. That's because recent data show that declining math and science skills among American youth could threaten U.S. competitiveness and long-term economic stability. So in an effort to help improve math literacy, Ernst & Young LLP, a leading professional services firm, is sponsoring PBS's award-winning children's television series, "Cyberchase," which teaches kids aged 8 to 12 math concepts in a fun and understandable way. Education: Fostering Global Understanding  By : Stacey Moore Education today involves a lot more than learning your ABCs. Young people will enter a very different world from the one their parents found after leaving school. Not only is technology advancing, but the social and cultural landscape of our increasingly interconnected planet is changing at a rate never before experienced. Searching For Science Fiction Writers  By : Stacey Moore A unique contest could help aspiring writers and illustrators turn an important page in their careers. It gives authors and artists the chance to enter their own science fiction stories and drawings for a chance to be published. A high percentage of past winners have gone on to successful writing careers and several have become New York Times bestselling authors. Winners have also gone on to publish over 300 novels and 3,000 short stories. Considering that just three out of every 10,000 manuscripts submitted in the United States each year get published, the contest may be just the boost a talented author needs. Ride The Rails To Reading  By : Stacey Moore What began as a series of bedtime stories, created by a father for his son, has youngsters "on track," and has been fostering a love of reading for more than 60 years. With rich characters and exciting adventures on the Island of Sodor, Thomas and his engine friends engage young children, inviting them to enter a world of imagination through the tracks of a train and the words of a story. Show Your Smarts  By : Stacey Moore Are you up to the challenge to see if you qualify for membership in Mensa-the world-famous high-IQ organization? The following questions from Dr. Abbie F. Salny are similar to those administered on the Mensa Admission Test: Campaign Urges Students To Stay In School  By : Stacey Moore Sometimes, struggling students just need a boost. That's the premise behind a new public awareness campaign created to encourage young people to stay in school. More than 1,200 teens drop out of high school every day in the United States. In response to the widespread dropout rate, a new series of public service advertisements (PSAs) were designed to motivate teens, their parents and friends to give struggling students a "boost" to stay in school and graduate. New Programs For Students Who Mean Business  By : Stacey Moore There's good news for students who are eager to learn how the business world operates. The world's largest organization dedicated to educating young people about business, economics and entrepreneurship has unveiled five new educational programs. The programs are designed to provide an expanded economic education experience in the areas of entrepreneurship, financial literacy and workforce readiness. Games Students Play At Home Help Learning  By : Stacey Moore Getting high marks from young schoolchildren and their parents is an award-winning slate of educational DVD games for interactive play on the TV. The games are aimed at children in grades pre-K through 4 and help them build the skills they need. The games are devised to create a new experience for children, families and teachers. Nuclear Power Enjoys A Renaissance  By : Stacey Moore Investors, utility companies and government officials are putting millions of dollars into exploring a mix of energy alternatives to meet this country's growing electricity demands. While wind, solar and water are among the options, nuclear power is receiving a growing amount of interest. Nuclear power provides 20 percent of the nation's total energy needs so people can turn on their lights, heat their homes, and cook their meals. Schools Nationwide Give Every Kid A Front Row Seat  By : Stacey Moore Teachers and parents may be surprised to learn that one of the biggest obstacles to a child's success at school is an acoustically hostile classroom. Noise echoes off uncarpeted floors, high ceilings, windows and hard desks, intensifying day-to-day sounds. And studies show that with noisy classrooms on the rise, listening and learning are some of the biggest challenges faced by most elementary and middle school students. Thousands of schools nationwide now combat classroom noise with FrontRow Active Learning Systems-wireless systems that gently amplify and clarify teachers' and students' voices-essentially giving every student a front row seat. The first such products to be cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as safe and effective devices for improving classroom communication, FrontRow systems include a small, lightweight, wireless microphone for the teacher, one to four small speakers and a handheld pass-around microphone for the students. Students Find Remedy For Homework Headaches  By : Stacey Moore The majority of students today are using the PC for homework and research (according to JupiterResearch, U.S. Online Teen Media Consumer Survey, 2005). But even with an abundance of information and technology at their disposal, it can be difficult for students to find the tools they need for their specific assignments. In an independent survey recently commissioned by Microsoft Corp., teachers (71 percent) and parents (56 percent) agree that students don't always find the homework help they need on the Internet. Seeking A Solution Evolution And Faith  By : Stacey Moore While it may surprise some, a noted theologian says a person can be religious and still believe in the theory of evolution. "Not only is it possible, but it's essential to a fuller understanding of the way God creates," says theologian John Haught of Georgetown Uni-versity, a Roman Catholic. Haught, one of the speakers at the New York Academy of Sciences' recent Teaching Evolution and the Nature of Science Conference, believes the controversy over whether evolution should be taught in schools overlooks the fact that science and religion are "different disciplines that ask different questions." National Heartburn Alliance Unveils New, Customized Education Tools To "learn About Your Burn"  By : Stacey Moore Heartburn remains a burning problem for more than 60 million Americans each month but a new National Heartburn Alliance (NHBA) survey reveals the majority of sufferers are confused by available treatment options. According to the survey, 64 percent of sufferers are unsure how common over-the-counter (OTC) medications differ, while 54 percent are "unfamiliar with treatment options" or "don't know how they apply." To address the need for education, NHBA has developed the "Name that Burn Quiz," a personalized, online heartburn screener that can help sufferers identify whether they experience episodic, frequent or severe heartburn and define their distinct behavioral and lifestyle triggers. Time-saving Back-to-school Solutions  By : Stacey Moore It's enough to make harried parents dread the return of the big yellow bus. To get their kids ready for the new school year, it's not enough that they have to find the perfect backpack, clothes and supplies-they also have to at least try to make sure all those new purchases don't get lost before winter vacation. "Let's face it-parents have less time today than ever before," says Amy Lipton, a mom, organizational consultant and CEO of Stuck on You. "One of the biggest challenges parents and children face when getting ready for school is keeping track of personal belongings." Riddles And Children's Iq Development  By : Natalie Aranda Although the history of riddles comes from ancient times, it was not until the 19th century when researchers began to analyze different theories in children's IQ cognitive development. In the 1800s, there was no established method for studying human sciences other that empirical knowledge. Riddles and trivia were not institutional methods for testing scholars or determine human nature or measure their intellectual functions. A Non-Routine Day  By : Matthew C. Keegan As Miriam rushed through the hangar door and whisked herself over to the operations desk she requested from the equally busy coordinator the flight itinerary/report for her trip that afternoon. She glanced at the paperwork and paused to reflect on what was ahead of her for the day and then indulged herself to look back on the events of the day earlier. Less than three hours before, Miriam was fast asleep – the previous day was a busy one as she finished painting the bathroom and the bedroom closet of her new home and was just days from making her move from her present crowded apartment to the homey little cape that she had just bought. Jarred awake by the ringing telephone, Miriam glanced and saw that the clock read 8:11. “Good grief! Who could this be?,” she thought. It was Jack from Flight Operations who was calling to explain to her that a trip had popped up for later that afternoon (TEB-MDW-BUR-TEB) and he wanted her to fill in. Having just been permanently reassigned to the company’s Gulfstream fleet of aircraft, she did not want to pass the opportunity by. Yes, she had some hard days off, but she was also moving into a new home and the cash would certainly help. Besides, it was only an overnighter and she would be home late the following evening. Two days later the movers would be coming by and she still had plenty of time to finish packing. Future Trends Of E-learning  By : Natalie Aranda he future of E-learning is very bright, indeed. This concept has been expanding at a very rapid rate as more and more uses for the computer in education have been discovered and attempted. On the traditional college campus, there is a trend toward the development of a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). The VLE concept integrates the full range of electronic enhancements into the classroom setting. Under the VLE idea, the instructor is not replaced by the computer but rather uses the computer to reach more students and to reach them more effectively. Distance education is becoming more popular as more and more households obtain personal computers. Many schools have developed the idea of the virtual classroom to a high degree. One instructor located at a central location and using video equipment can teach simultaneous classes in several satellite locations. There is no limit to the distance these satellite locations can be from the instructor. Computer based training can be done in much the same way. Such things as emails and chat rooms are being used as part of the E-learning arsenal. A Brief History Of E-learning And Distance Education  By : Natalie Aranda E-learning is a very broad term. It is used to describe any type of learning environment that is computer enhanced. There are multiple technologies that can be employed in E-learning. It has become one of those types of words that are so general as to have lost some of its meaning. Distance learning is something that has evolved from Elearning. It is used to describe a learning environment that takes place away from the actual traditional classroom and campus. E-learning began at just about the same time that a computer was developed that was practical for personal use. In fact, the concept and practice of distance learning predates the computer area by almost 100 years. In England, in 1840, shorthand classes were being offered by correspondence courses through the mail. The improvements to the postal service made this method of distance learning popular in the early part of the last century. This led to a large number of “through the mail” type of educational programs. The computer only made distance learning easy and better. Television, video recorders, and even radio have all made a contribution to distance learning. Practical Tips For Earning A Degree Online  By : Natalie Aranda Much has been written about the difference between earning a degree online and earning it at a traditional on campus type of institution. The major advantages of the online method include a lower cost and the ability to work around your own schedule at your own pace. The major advantages of the traditional method include the social environment of the campus and the hands on help of qualified instructors. Cost is often an important consideration in the decision to pursue distance learning. There is another factor that should play an equally important role in the decision making process. This is your own personal learning style. Some people thrive with independent learning while others need to personal help of an instructor to maximize their learning success. Once you have made the decision in favor of online learning, there are some practical tips that can help you along the way. The most important thing is to realize that just because you have opted for distance learning does not mean that you have taken the easy way. A great deal of self discipline is going to be required, and your course of study is going to take every bit as much work and effort as your fellow student in the dorm on campus. In fact, you might expect to work a bit harder. Degree programs online are still dealing with a bit of old fashioned and traditional attitudes from educators and employers. The online degree colleges have responded to this by insuring their standards are higher than those of most on campus schools. Online Education: A Brief History  By : Natalie Aranda When the educational process takes place in an environment other than a live classroom, it is known as distance education. The idea of distance education can be traced by to the advent of the printing press. From the very earliest days of printing, it became possible to develop a learning method whereby the student learned at his own pace and without the aid of an instructor. The self help manual is one of the earliest examples of distance learning. As each new technological advance was made, the possibilities of its adaptation for distance learning were explored. When radios came into common use, the possibilities of giving instruction via this medium were investigated. Television was a major advance that was used in distance training. The development of closed circuit television networks made it possible for classrooms to be spread out over great distances with the instructor in one location, and the students in another. The drawback to this method was that it still required the student to be actually present at the time the class was being held. It did not free him of that restraint. Cbt And Aviation Training  By : Natalie Aranda The growth and maturity of CBT industry has been closely associated with computer based simulation for pilot training in aviation industry. Aviation CBT continues to demonstrate the new technology advance in CBT design and implementation though CBT is now widely adopted in education and corporate training. The Aviation Industry Computer-Based Training Committee (AICC) oversees and develops guidelines for aviation CBT in the design, development, delivery of training programs. Although many aviation training schools use CBT, they actually are starting to add it into the actual flying. Pilots have to fly a simulated airplane in order to grasp the important maneuvers before going into the air. With CBT in every school, pilots do not have to feel anxious about what they have learned. By practicing and seeing results just through this type of aviation training, chances are they will succeed at a faster rate! The Use Of Natural Herbs  By : Michelle Bery - In a world of increased awareness of natural health – achieving optimum fitness and vitality through a focus on whole foods, organic ingredients, and a natural lifestyle – more and more attention has turned to the use of natural herbs in every day life. But while they may be once again gaining popularity, the use of natural herbs dates back to prehistoric times in the use of everything from food to medicine. A variety of cultures along the way have identified the properties of specific herbs and classified them accordingly. Throughout history more and more natural herbs have been identified as having enormous medicinal benefits and continue to be used today in much the same fashion. To Learn The Guitar You Must First Learn Guitar Chords  By : Michelle Bery - Learning an instrument – and guitar specifically – can be a wonderful experience that fills you with the joy of achievement. Whether you want to master the guitar or just learn a few songs well, the process of learning guitar requires practice, along with the mastering of several techniques. Included in these techniques is the requirement to learn guitar chords. Such chords are your bridge to music. In order to learn guitar chords you must first know the sound that each vibration on each guitar string makes. At this point you must also understand how finger placement will change the vibration on each guitar string. To learn guitar chords in this manner, practice and repetition are key to success. You will soon understand how different guitar chords come together to form a song. If you know the chords, you’ll know the song – it’s that simple. Hearing Your Lesson Through Learn Spanish Audio  By : Michelle Bery - As everyone knows, the most common language spoken in the United States is English. But what some people may by now realize is that the second most common language spoken in the United States is Spanish. Subsequently, for business and social reasons, many people choose to learn the language of Spanish. For adults, learning a language in later life can be a bit difficult – especially with busy schedules and demanding careers to consider. It is often hard to find the time to squeeze in the hard work necessary to master another language. Luckily, the modern world has provided a variety of methods in which to learn language. One of the most popular ways in which to learn Spanish today is through learn Spanish audio. No matter what kinds of lives we all lead – as busy and chaotic as they often become – most of us have easy access to an audio system. Whether it’s our CD players in our cars, Walkmans that we use when exercising, or any of the new versions of iPods or MP3 players that are on the market today, most of us have the ability to use learn Spanish audio as part of our instruction. Choosing A Private Preschool  By : Michelle Bery - Choosing a preschool for your youngster can be challenging; and the first decision of many to come regarding their education. Determining the program that will best meet your child’s needs is by far the most important thing. Whether this can be accomplished by sending your child to a private preschool is something that only you can research and decide. In many cases, private preschool is the only choice available to parents. Preschool programs that are offered through the school district are often only available to children who are in need of special services in order to prepare them for Kindergarten. Children can receive speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and specialized learning environments through programs such as these. The Benefits Of A Vertical Wheelchair Lift  By : Michelle Bery - Most of us take for granted the myriad of activities we perform on a daily basis – walking, running, and climbing stairs, among others. But for those who face physical challenges on a daily basis, the most commonplace of activities can be either difficult or impossible. For those who are wheelchair bound, climbing stairs is simply out of the question and a variety of accommodations must be relied upon on a daily basis. While ramps and elevators are standard in most public buildings today, there often still exists the necessity for further equipment to help in the management in stairs. In many cases, a vertical wheelchair lift can serve an enormous benefit for those who are physically challenged. A vertical chairlift is either electric or hydraulic powered and allows those in a wheelchair to stay in their wheelchair while being elevated to a higher level. A vertical chairlift can be used in a variety of situations, including in the event of an elevated front porch of a home, a stage in an auditorium, or the interior of older public buildings where elevators are too small to handle a wheelchair. In fact, many older buildings – in an effort to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines – choose to install a vertical wheelchair lift rather than a ramp due to its logistical advantages. Practicing Technique With An Easy Guitar Song To Learn  By : Michelle Bery - When it comes to learning an instrument, practice always makes perfect. It’s not enough to understand the technical skill required to play; you must also integrate that technique into your playing so that it becomes habit. Only then can you begin to infuse your own personal style and personality into your playing. When it comes to playing the guitar, especially, learning important finger positions can prove tricky; but when you find an easy guitar song to learn, you can not only create the base from which all future learning can grow, you can quickly and easily boost your confidence as a fledgling guitar player. You can learn guitar in one of several ways. If you are serious about beginning on this particular musical journey and wish to become a skilled guitar player who has a repertoire of songs at their disposal, then it may be best to work with a reputable and experienced guitar teacher who will give you hands-on lessons at their home or yours. Guaranteed that one of the first things you will tackle – after proper finger placement – is identifying that first easy guitar song to learn. The Importance Of Qualified Home School Teaching  By : Michelle Bery - Many parents, faced with inadequate schooling for their children or a child’s particular educational needs that a district can not effectively handle, choose instead to home school their child. Home schooling – when done appropriately and responsibly – can be enormously effective in educating children in particular situations. However, qualified home school teaching is paramount to achieving results. Parents choose the option of home schooling for a variety of reasons. In some cases, the quality of education is lacking in their area school district, classrooms are overcrowded, or particular educational needs can not be met by existing programs. While private schooling may sometimes be an option, in many cases it is cost-prohibitive. In other cases, learning or physical disabilities hinder students regardless of what traditional school environment they attend. In all of these cases, home schooling can provide an efficient and successful alternative to traditional learning environments. The Preschool Learning Difference  By : Michelle Bery - The preschool environment is designed to educate young children prior to the age of five – when most children begin kindergarten. Preschool is an optional learning experience; some preschool programs are offered through the public school district, but in most cases preschool is offered privately – either in a non-denominational setting or through a religious institution. Because preschool meets the needs of young children, preschool learning differs quite a bit from the learning environment offered at the time of elementary school. Research has shown that children of this age are especially conducive to learning; their brains are like sponges picking up concepts through the use of all of their senses. Such is the reason that preschool learning concepts are taught through play-based programs. It has been shown that preschool aged children learn best through play, absorbing fundamental lessons without being aware of anything but having fun. Implementing A Home School Course  By : Michelle Bery - The inconsistencies surrounding educational programs throughout the nation, in combination with the educational needs of particular students, have resulted in the increasing popularity of home schooling. In this non-traditional school setting, parents feel that they can better address the learning needs of their children in a variety of ways. The curriculum put in place for a home school course is consistent with that curriculum designed for grades K-12 in public and private schools. It is the responsibility of the home school instructor – most often the parent of the home schooled child – to effectively deliver a home school course that is in line with meeting educational benchmarks set forth by the school district administration. The Importance Of Preschool Teachers  By : Michelle Bery - Preschool is an optional school experience designed for children at least two and a half years old, up until the age of five when they enter kindergarten. While some preschool programs are offered through the public school system, most are offered through private or religious institutions. Such programs generally offer a play-based curriculum that prepares children for the school environment. Preschool teachers facilitate this experience for children in their classroom. Preschool teachers are crucial to a successful preschool experience. For many children, preschool colors the way that they forever look at school; it is this first experience that should foster a lifelong love of learning and an overall sense of comfort and achievement within the preschool environment. Preschool teachers will often take basic concepts and incorporate them into play. Children at this age learn through play concepts that incorporate all of their senses. While they are having fun and practicing essential social concepts – being respectful of each other, taking turns, etc. – they are unaware that they are even absorbing educational concepts. Effective preschool teachers are able to engage the preschooler and offer lessons through these playful avenues. Ensuring The Viability Of A Home School Diploma  By : Michelle Bery - In this society, hard work towards a specific goal generally culminates in a celebration when that goal is achieved; there is no better example than that of graduation from school. A milestone of every school-aged child, graduation means the end of twelve years of schooling and the opportunity to go on to higher education in pursuit of a career. But when you home school a child, it is important to ensure that their home school diploma is accredited and acknowledged. Children today often face the challenge of low-quality education, overcrowded classrooms, or programs ill-equipped to meet their particular educational needs. In such circumstances, or in an instance where a traditional public or private school does not offer a learning environment in line with a family’s religious or cultural beliefs, the parents of these children are often moved to implement a home school program. In most states, the only requirements to provide home schooling is the desire to do so and the commitment to offering consistent and quality instruction in keeping with the educational guidelines set forth by the state and particular school district. Parents offering home schooling do so with the help of specially designed curriculum to keep students on par with the lessons being traditionally taught in their grade level. And in many cases, the quality of education achieved through home schooling not only matches – but surpasses – the traditional The Use Of Preschool Games In And Out Of A Classroom  By : Michelle Bery - For children under the age of five - or for those who have not yet started Kindergarten – a preschool program is an introduction to the classroom environment, where students have the opportunity to learn imperative social and educational lessons in a structured but informal environment. Research has shown us that a love for learning fostered in the preschool – through a comfortable, nurturing environment and guided by skilled teachers – can do much to ensure a lifetime of successful schooling. And because research has also shown that children of this age learn best through the process of play, preschool curriculums tend to be play based, including the use of preschool games. There are a variety of ways to institute preschool games into the learning environment. Skilled preschool teachers are adept at presenting lessons in an enjoyable, participatory way that motivates children in a non-intimidating fashion. Some preschool games include the use of letter and number games to introduce language and mathematics, drawing to promote fine motor skills, physical play to encourage the development of gross motor skills, and games focused around books to help foster a love of reading. Savvy preschool programs also incorporate the use of computer games to help spark interest and teach fundamentals. The History Behind Mother's Day  By : James C Have you ever wondered how the Mother's Day holiday got its start? You may think that it has been around forever but it is actually one of our younger holidays having been around for less than 100 years. So how did this holiday come to be? Mothers in this country can thank a woman by the name of Anna Jarvis for their holiday. Anna Jarvis' mother had tried to establish a national holiday for mothers in the 19th century but was unsuccessful in her efforts. After her death her daughter Anna had the first mothers day celebration in Philadelphia at St Andrews Methodist Church. The celebration honored mothers both living and dead. After her celebration Anna petitioned congress to have her Holiday made into an official one. Eventually because of her persistence congress made it a national holiday in 1914. Tips On Studying For Tests  By : Dalvin Rumsey For most people, choosing the best strategy when studying for a test has always been an issue. It is a generally accepted fact that the efficient way to study for tests is to do your homework on time, ask questions in class, and learn information as it is taught is the best way to avoid memorizing stuff hours before the test. Let us think about how the brain works and you will see how you can make more of the time you spend on studying for a test. Well, the most significant thing your brain does to learn new information is to connect new knowledge to concepts you already know. The connection process is vital! Connections help you learn new information, but visual images help you recall it. Visual images are powerful memory-enhancing tools because brains tend to think in images. Pictures, graphs, maps, and symbols help your brain see new concepts, see the relationship between concepts, and give you an image to “connect” new information. Finally, your brain must be healthy to be efficient. Proper sleep, nutrition, and hydration help you think clearly while you are studying and while you are taking your test. Wikipedia Vs. Britannica - Interview With Tom Panelas  By : Sam Vaknin Tom Panelas is the Encyclopedia Britannica's Director of Corporate Communications Q. Is the Wikipedia an encyclopedia in any sense of the word? A. I don't think it's crucial that everyone agree on whether Wikipedia is or is not an encyclopedia. What's important is that people who might use it understand what it is and how it differs from the reference works they're used to. Wikipedia allows anyone to write and edit articles, regardless of their knowledge of the subjects on which they're writing, their ability to write, or their commitment to truth. This policy has allowed Wikipedia to grow large very fast, but it's come at a price. The Ubiquitous Project Gutenberg - Interview With Michael Hart, Its Founder  By : Sam Vaknin November 15, 2005 Michael Hart conceived of electronic books (e-books) back in 1971. Most pundits agree that in the history of knowledge and scholarship, e-books are as important as the Gutenberg press, invented five centuries ago. Many would say that they constitute a far larger quantum leap. As opposed to their print equivalents, e-books are public goods: cost close to nothing to produce, replicate, and disseminate. Anyone with access to minimal technology or even the oldest computers can read e-books. The In-credible Web  By : Sam Vaknin People are conditioned to trust written words, not to mention images. "I read it in the paper" or "As seen on TV" are worn out but still effective clichés. The Internet combines both the written and the seen. It is both a textual and a visual (and audio) medium. Do people trust Internet content? Is the incredible Internet - credible? Man Builds Inventing Machine  By : Kadence Buchanan - John Koza has made a serious breakthrough when it comes to the computing power of today and our hopes for it in the future. Studying computers since his high school tutelage in the 1950s, Koza was a man who yearned to make advancements in the world around him. As a clear example of his ingenuity, he was unable to afford a computer while in high school, since the mainframes of the time took up entire rooms and cost far more than the modern day computer. To that end, John assembled bits and pieces from the gadgets around him, and with parts from old pinball machines and jukeboxes, he found himself with a computer that could accurately compute what day of the week a certain date would fall on. The Protectionism Delusion  By : Kadence Buchanan - Economists through years of study and practice have concluded that through free trade, based on the principal of comparative advantage, the world economy can achieve a more efficient allocation of resources and a higher level of material well-being. On the other hand, protectionism measures-barriers to free trade-lessen or eliminate gains from specialization. Trying to satisfy diverse wants, nations shift resources from efficient (low cost) to inefficient (high cost) uses. This is the reason why, instead of promoting competition, governments turn up to face monopolies that harm the economy and do not fulfill the consumers' needs. Furthermore, the costs of protectionism are hidden because trade barriers are embedded in the prices of goods. Thus, either due to misunderstandings of the gains of trade or due to political considerations, governments may impose trade barriers, with consequences such as higher prices, which can not be realized by the public at the beginning. Ivy League Education  By : Kadence Buchanan - For many parents, especially those who reside in the northeastern United States as well as other places, the pinnacle of education is found in Ivy League schools. Their cherished dream and life-long ambition is to send their sons and daughters to these schools, believing that the higher standards of education and social connections available there will likely set up their offspring for life. They are impressed no end by the Ivy League, with its connotations of academic excellence and its reputation for social elitism, and with good reason. The term Ivy League can trace its roots to 1935, but the term really gained national attention starting in 1954 with the formation of the NCAA Division I athletic conference. With the dearth of professional sports at the time, people became rabid supporters of their favorite college teams and the Ivy League schools were no exception. Today, the term Ivy League is no longer associated wholly with athletics but with educational philosophy as exhibited by the country's oldest schools. Do Contemporary Universities Suffer From A Type Of Cancer  By : Kadence Buchanan - Biologists and medical practitioners have proven through extensive scientific research and testing that every living organism renews its cells as it gradually matures. If we accept Proust's metaphor that "a nation is a huge organized accumulation of individuals," then when cultural norms change so does the nation as a whole entity. Based on this assumption, a nation, a country, or generally any type of society, can be characterized by its critics as "sick" if its constituent cells change their previous status with unknown consequences. Under this realm, the crisis contemporary universities have been experiencing must be the outcome of the detected changes in people's values, norms, priorities and ideology. Thus, as the individual cells change their role, critics have denoted a new type of "sickness" in the academic environment, a new type of "cancer," which according to scholars like Miller and Miyoshi, has to be treated adequately before it completely destroys the institutions' primary educational purpose. Like a human organism is constructed by smaller portions of matter, the contemporary university is an accumulation of students, professors, administrators and many more stakeholders, like corporations. These groups share the grounds of an institution and strive to accomplish various goals. In the past, although different views existed and dissensus was present, the unity of the overall institution was not jeopardized. Unfortunately today, due to the socioeconomic changes fostered by the capitalistic hegemony, contradictory interests have divided the various university groups threatening unity under the broad academic umbrella. But is there something wrong with corporate intervention and why has it managed to create a crisis of this magnitude? Do universities suffer from "cancer"? The Problem Of Illiteracy  By : Kadence Buchanan - In general terms, illiteracy is an inability to use language -- an inability to read, write, listen and speak. Today, it is usually taken to mean being unable to read and write at a level adequate for written communication or at a level that will allow an individual to function at certain levels of society. In the simplest of terms, illiteracy is the opposite of literacy. In some societies, the standards for what constitute literacy are different from others. For example, some cultures believe that only people with skills such as computers skills and basic numeracy may be considered literate. This takes into account the fact that there are people who can add and subtract, but can't read letters as well as people who can learn to use a computer to a limited extent but may still not be able to read text. One example is Scotland, which defines literacy as: "The ability to read and write and use numeracy, to handle information, to express ideas and opinions, to make decisions and solve problems, as family members, workers, citizens and lifelong learners." That's probably as specific as you can get in defininng what literacy is all about. The Misplaced Academic Values  By : Kadence Buchanan - Based on endless discussions upon the usefulness of University degrees, it seems obvious that undergraduate and especially graduate students around the globe constantly wonder what the outcome of their efforts will be. Since perceptions and goals differ, so does the interpretation of the word outcome, especially when the complex issue of knowledge and academic performance is evaluated. Inside the realm of a University's environment, the outcome for most students is the actual value of their academic performance, the product of their intellectual exchange. Monetary or spiritual, the discussed value is usually interpreted as a product ready to be consumed by the private or public sector after the completion of the academic effort by the subject. But, is this interpretation a misconception, or the only outcome of contemporary Universities? Are students misusing the term or have they misplaced some of the values that used to govern the intellectual world? In fact, making more money Hand reaching a desired social status are the main reasons that drive prospective students to pursue a degree. Future gains are considered to be the basic motivation that urges people to strive for superior academic performance. Moreover, the fierce competitive environment of every discipline forces the individual to identify new ways of excelling and increasing his/her bargaining power before facing an interested employer. This capitalistic notion of today's reality has forced institutions to recognize the power of monetary gains and has made the academic world a microcosm of this obvious shift in values. Under this social transformation and having to deal with these strong socioeconomic forces, Universities are challenged to survive as intellectual entities. In this altered environment, the academic changes that many scholars have identified have transformed modern Universities into corporate agents. Astronomy And Kids  By : Kadence Buchanan - During the clear night sky and as long as the city lights are not close or bright enough to interfere with your naked eye vision, it is always a good idea to grab a blanket and some candles and head to your house's roof or the nearest hill. Admiring the stars is not an exclusive activity kids are only allowed to perform, but it can be something you can share with them while introducing them to the unknown world of the universe. If your child has already looked up gazing the moon and the stars and has asked you all sort of questions regarding their characteristics, their special stories and the interpretation of their slow movements, you should invest some time during a Saturday night to take your kids to the countryside and show them the stars while they awe and wonder on how these "pins" are stuck on the dark sky and why they are not visible during the day. Introducing your child to the marvels above their heads can be a tremendously educative experience your kids will love to repeat as soon as possible. Even your back yard is an ideal place to begin the learning journey that can last a lifetime. But parents support that most of the times getting started is the hardest part of this process. Harvard University  By : Kadence Buchanan - Harvard University is the oldest and, arguably, the most prestigious university in the United States. In 2005, the Times Higher Education Supplement and the Academic Ranking of World Universities both ranked Harvard University first among the universities of the world. In addition, the US News and World Report rankings placed Harvard at the top of the list in a tie with Princeton. Moreover, with a financial endowment of $25.5 billion in 2005, Harvard is considered the wealthiest university in the United States and in the world. Located at Cambridge, Massachusetts, Harvard was founded in 1663, incorporated as "The President and Fellows of Harvard College." It was named Harvard College in 1639 after John Harvard, a young clergyman and the institution's first principal donor. John Harvard, a product of Emmanuel College in Cambridge, left in his will several hundred pounds and a few hundred books to the college, which formed the foundation of its college library collection. On record, the first known official reference to Harvard as a "university" rather than a college was in 1780 in the Massachusetts Constitution. Do Interdisciplinary Studies Promote Collaboration Between Professionals  By : Kadence Buchanan - All academic disciplines share a common and primary commitment to serving the society and working toward the ideal of education for all. Although each discipline has its own focus, the scope of collaboration and exchange existing among university students is today acknowledged by professors, organizations, and the society in general, as a prerequisite practice in a person's educational effort and as the necessary step one has to take before pursuing any type of career. Collaboration emanates from the understanding and appreciation of the roles and contributions each student brings to the overall academic experience. This article argues that the professional socialization an individual will have to demonstrate at some point in life is a direct outcome of this individual's ability to be engaged in a flourishing academic relationship with others inside or outside a class. Being able to work with a variety of people so as to attain a common goal is the first step for someone to demonstrate and advance the qualities and skills that will later be used in the development of a career. The success of a soon-to-be professional is linked with the educational and practical experiences this person receives while in school. Thus, it is rather logical for a researcher to assume that the greater the discrepancy in students' backgrounds is and the more diverse the disciplines one studies are the more productive the academic exchange will be. Contemporary interdisciplinary programs offer the advantages of both. Choosing An Online Degree Program  By : Kadence Buchanan - College degrees have long been available by correspondence but with the growth of the internet, students can now pursue college degrees online. There are hundreds of schools offering online programs for everything from Masters Degrees in Business Administration to advanced degrees in the fine arts. Because of the large number of schools offering online programs, it can be difficult to know what to look for in a quality program. There are two basic types of institutions offering online degrees: Colleges and universities with physical campuses and online-only institutions. Online-only institutions do offer single courses, but tend to focus on degree programs. Colleges and universities with physical campuses offer both complete degree programs and single courses, which are often taken by on-campus students as well as online-only students. The Battle Between Click And Brick Universities  By : Kadence Buchanan - The role of contemporary universities is currently experiencing tremendous change due to the advancements in technology. Today, it is not just a matter of sound administrative decisions made by institutions, but rather a global realization that e-learning is a dynamically growing industry. Undergraduate and graduate students demand their universities to provide them with the latest technological tools available, so as to increase their efficiency ratios, elevate the quality of their studies, and acquire the needed business skills, which will later help them find the job of their dreams. For-profit or non-profit universities, among other things, produce professionals and need to serve their academic "customers" what they desire if they mean to stay in business. But, are all postsecondary institutions supposed to offer their curriculums through e-learning and what is the outcome of these technological "services" for the academic community? According to different scholars, as the industrial economy gave its place to what is known today as the "knowledge economy," the academic world was bound to be impacted. A number of alterations in the university's form, the consistency of its faculty, the demographics of its participants, the financial resources available, along with the political and social changes that have emerged, caused higher educational institutions to reconstruct their model and redesign their identity. Continuing incorporating these changes and fostering technological innovations has become a major challenge for academic institutions; who wish to keep up with the global pace, or even lead the future course of action. Internet usage and what has come to be known as the educational model of e-learning have created the grounds upon which various stakeholders argue in favor or against the proliferation of a vast variety of technology-based educational tools. Piano Lessons For Adults  By : Gray Rollins - Most of the adult population can play enough of a musical instrument to rattle out a tune of some sort, even if it is just a TV theme or a few bars of an old classic. Furthermore, playing an instrument well is something most of us long for, but for whatever reason, we choose not to fulfill our desire. There are a range of excuses: you're too old, you've no time, you can't learn at your age. They are all just excuses, and by overcoming these unnecessary barriers, you too can take up an instrument and improve your skills beyond the very basics. The piano is known as the mother of all instruments, and is one of the most versatile and celebrated instruments in the world. Most of the worlds' favorite classical pieces have been written or adapted for the piano, and it is a necessary skill for many degree level music courses. Indeed, when it comes to teaching musical theory, there is no better instrument than the piano. It really is easy to see why it's a popular choice for those taking up a new instrument. As adults, we tend to shy away from situations outwith our comfort zone, and this is certainly the situation with taking piano lessons. From having total control over every aspect of our lives, it can feel frustrating and patronizing to take direction from another adult. However, by dedicating the time to practice, and taking heed of the instructions given, anyone of any age can learn to play the piano. Tips For Learning Spanish From Home  By : Gray Rollins - Learning Spanish is not an easy process, but with some guidance in the right direction you could be grasping the lingo within no time. As opposed to conventional Spanish lessons, learning at home is becoming a more preferable way to pick up the language with a wide range of source materials specifically designed for home tuition. By following through a progressive language program at home, you too can build up your Spanish skills in no time, and for very little outlay. As with any language, learning Spanish requires a great deal of time and effort. The less time you can devote to learning, the slower you will be to grasp new concepts and sentence structures. If you feel you can't dedicate time to learning, it's perhaps a bad idea for you to consider trying to learn at the moment. If, however, you feel you could spare around an hour a day, you will be amazed at your vocabulary by the end of a month, and within six months, you could easily be speaking fluently. How To Learn Spanish Quickly Without Moving To Spain  By : Gray Rollins - Learning Spanish is a popular pastime, as well as a serious goal for many individuals. Whether it's for use in the workplace, on vacation, or just for a challenge, learning Spanish poses many fresh obstacles and gets the brain working like the way it used to. In fact, learning in later life has been proven to help preserve mental agility and awareness, as well as being a great, rewarding way to pass the time. But for those who need to learn in a hurry, what is the most effective way to quickly pick up the language? Beyond any shadow of a doubt, the quickest way of learning a language is to move to the country concerned. But of course, not everyone wants to pack up and move to Spain. Aside from that, you have the options of teaching yourself, or paying for some professional help. If you decide to try to learn off your own back, you are more likely to take longer to get to grips with pronunciation and proper structure. Although you may have access to plenty of resources, it is significantly more useful to have a fully experienced professional point you in the right direction and monitor your performance. Education In Third World  By : Jonathon Hardcastle - With the daily challenges posed by economic difficulty and other threats, governments in developing countries are working very hard to ensure that their educational institutions continue to provide a standard of education that can make its citizens at part with the educated people in more economically sound countries. To a certain extent, these Third World countries have succeeded in their crusade for quality education. The problem is that a good education comes with a price and it is often a price that many people in Third World countries are not able to pay. So, although quality education is available, it is still unreachable for a large segment of a developing country’s population. Certainly, it is impressive to see that developing countries have educational institutions that are world-class and which offer education that can rival that provided by wealthier nations around the world. There is a clear recognition of the role that education plays in overcoming hardship and poverty. However elusive it may be, a good education is still viewed as the best way to a better life. Do Kids Have Too Much Homework  By : Jonathon Hardcastle - In the late 90s, feature stories began appearing in the national media about children and parents who were so overwhelmed by the amount of homework that it was destroying their family life and causing psychological damage. The evidence presented in these stories was often anecdotal, profiling just one or two families. However, the articles were published in enough respected publications that they sparked a national debate on whether children have too much homework. Schools scrambled to create homework policies, parents held protests, and children began to receive sharply mixed messages on the value of homework. In all the fuss, people never realized that the information contained the articles simply wasn't true. In 2003, the Brown Center on Educational Policy at the prestigious Brookings Institution released a report that shattered the perception that American students are staggering under an unreasonable load of homework. In fact, they found just the opposite: American students probably don't spend enough time on homework. Gathering data from a number of studies that had been performed in the late 90s, the Brown Center drew four startling conclusions. Is Your Child Ready For Preschool  By : Jonathon Hardcastle - Parents know that children do not always follow the experts when it comes to physical and intellectual development. As the closest observers of their individual child's temperament and abilities, parents are the best judges on whether a child is ready for an academic preschool program. An academic preschool program differs from a daycare program in that it focuses on early learning skills, pre-reading readiness and linguistic development. While there is time for free play, preschool is a learning rather than care giving environment. In past times, preschool programs were designed for children who stayed home with a parent. Children attended preschool two or three mornings a week, spending the rest of the time at home. Today, because so many parents work, preschools have been restructured to full-day programs. Can People Learn How To Lead Via Computer Simulations  By : Jonathon Hardcastle - Frequently the successes and failures of social organizations, like states, corporations, clubs, army troops, teams, etc., are associated to a great extent to the leadership abilities of their constituents. In every small or large, formal or informal, social organization leadership consists one of the most significant parameters, which determines the organization's cultural values, its operation and its development. For several centuries this topic has been of major concern in a substantial number of social sciences among which are history, sociology, psychology, political science and philosophy. There is a statement saying that "within a team everyone leads!" This practically means that in the end no one leads. Our typical reaction to such statements is to conclude that leadership, itself, must therefore be absent. That response is not only overly simplistic, it is also false. Leadership, to be present, must not be monolithic. It can be shared. Since it can be shared, there is no law of nature that says that it cannot be universally shared. The issue of whether it is more effective when residing in the hands of one, few, or many, has been debated since the days of ancient civilizations. Education In Developing Countries  By : Jonathon Hardcastle - How do developing countries handle education amid the more pressing everyday challenges imposed by economic pressures and threats to security, law and order? Certainly, there are more serious problems to face, but it is significant to note that education is not forgotten. For many, it is still the best way to overcome hardship and poverty. However elusive, it is still considered the key to a better life. Picking Out the Best Nursing School  By : John Morris The health care profession has certainly grown throughout recent years from pharmacists to doctors and especially nurses wherein the demand in the United States has been steadily increasing. Various nursing schools, which can be found in the country, will be able to provide nursing aspirants with the proper training as well as nursing degrees which will play a critical role in the country's health care system. Chef Training: Your Ticket To Endless Possibilities  By : John Morris Let's face it: cooking is not an easy thing. But then, it is not that complicated either. With the right stuff and the right training, you can head off boasting like a chef that knows its craft. Hence, whenever somebody has taken good cooking knowledge and skills, we would normally call them chefs. They are, in reality, what the king is to his throne. This means that the chefs are considered to be the highest class of cook with utmost ability and proficiency. All of these things are not easily achieved. Before they can be acclaimed as chefs, they have to undergo first a rigid and thorough chef training. There are lots of skills to be learned and lots of things to be known in a chef training. Probably, this is the reason why people have high regard on them because of all the trouble they went through. Your Guide To Top Nursing Schools  By : John Morris So, you want to go to one of the top nursing schools, take up nursing and be a well paid and steady employed nurse years from now? To achieve this and more, you have to scout for the top nursing schools that could give you the best level of education. You go here and there to look for top nursing degree programs such as Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Registered Nurse (RN), Bachelor nursing programs, Masters nursing degree programs, nursing license and other specialty nursing areas like that of the certified nurse midwife programs. Put an end to that search... All over the world, University of Phoenix, Walden University, Sanford-Brown College, and Bethel University are the most well known and top nursing schools. Art Schools, the Artist's Choice!  By : John Morris Is Art School necessary to be a good artist? Being creative or artistic is truly a gift, a talent. But as with any talent, it needs to be tempered, honed, and optimized. Without proper training, one might never achieve the potential he or she was born with. And to help you hone your talents, you will need a good Art school! Any educational institution that offers training in the arts may be called an art school. Guide to Choosing A Fashion Design School  By : John Morris A successful future in the fashion design industry depends on right choice of school to attend. Although fashion design is not one of the more popular careers to pursue, if your talents lie in this field, there is ample opportunity awaiting you. However, the first thing to hurdle is your choice of school. When choosing a fashion design school, consider the following factors. Guide To Choosing The Right Flight School  By : John Morris Flying an aircraft is the most exhilarating activity man could ever learn, and where height is the ultimate challenge. It takes both skills and dogged determination so as to obtain a career in navigating an aircraft. Determination is an innate quality that pilots must possess in order to endure the rigid training of flight operations. On the other hand, skills are being learned in a flight school. That is why, it is important for a pilot wannabe to get the best flight school available so as to acquire the necessary skills needed in order to pilot an aircraft. In this manner, it can be assumed that the skill of a pilot will be entirely dependent on the type of flight school he or she has enrolled in. It can be considered that all flight schools teach the same basic procedure in navigating an aircraft but the kind of approach they use in disseminating the information varies. Success With The Online Business Degree Program  By : Andy West As many have found, an online business degree program is a fantastic option for the working adult. Whether opting to begin a whole new career or further an established occupation, this simple and uncomplicated type of learning allows individuals to easily reach their goal. With online learning, there are no worries about fitting a rigid schedule into an already busy life. Online and distance learning has become one of the greatest benefits of the internet. It can not only connect one to great distances in a single click of a mouse, internet access is widely available in a number of locations. This can put the best of education in any home or office at any time of the day or night. Breaking Into The Video Game Design Field  By : Andy West If you’re a dedicated gamer, you’ve probably said more than once, “I should go into video game design, I could make stuff even cooler than this!” In fact, there is currently a great demand for individuals in the video game industry, but not everyone who loves to play games can successfully design them. There is a big gap between knowing what makes a great game and being able to actually design a game that fits those criteria. The current demand for video game design experts is why more colleges than ever are offering courses in computer game design and computer animation studies under various titles. The best courses offer a degree that thoroughly covers everything from the basics of computer animation to game script development. Technology Degree May Guarantee You A Job  By : Andy West A technology degree is a course of study that readies you for a career that involves information. This sort of degree can be very flexible, as it can prepare you to enter a number of fields, including design, healthcare, business, computing, engineering, or telecommunications. Unlike a Bachelor of Science degree, which also prepares you to enter these fields in many cases, a technology background often gives you hands-on experience and practical skills as well as an intellectual understanding of your field. To make this educational option even more flexible, there is more than one technology degree to choose from. An associate’s degree of certification, for example, can allow you to enter an information technology career in less than two years, in many cases. A bachelor’s degree in system design, communications technology, or web development, to name just a few can give you a great career as a manager, engineer, or designer. An MBA or technology degree combined with a business focus can allow you take on plum management jobs. A doctorate in technology can allow you to pursue an academic teaching career or can prepare you for an upper-level position that involves creating systems. A Computer Science Degree Is Not Just For Geeks Anymore  By : Andy West Years ago, a computer science degree was seen as something that attracted mainly math and computer nerds. The stereotype may not have been fair, but it looks as though the computer science students have the last laugh in any event. Today, courses and programs of study in computers offer not only excellent job opportunities, but also some very creative courses as well. Thanks to the fact that computers have evolved so rapidly and are now being used in every field, graduates of these computer programs have a cachet and coolness factor that simply did not exist before. A computer science degree, at its simplest, is any degree that studies computers and their systems in depth. Students in the computer sciences study subjects such as algorithms, programming languages, computer hardware, software, program design, and other subjects. Of course, degrees vary widely. Some students focus on theoretical or mathematical work, while others focus on studies that will allow them to build practical systems and software programs for businesses. Diverse Opportunities With A Computer Animation Degree  By : Andy West If you’re considering a computer animation degree and have been discouraged by people telling you that there isn’t much opportunity in this field, don’t believe it. Computer animation is actually a field that covers an incredible amount of territory and is currently in need of qualified, talented people. What surprises many people is the diversity of opportunities for individuals with a computer animation degree. The first and most obvious opportunity (and the one that usually generates someone’s initial interest) is computer animated films such a cartoons and feature length movies. A generation ago these weren’t even dreams, but today some of the greatest money making films of all time have been computer animated. Studios like Pixar and Industrial Light and Sound are staffed by computer animators who design their films from conception to final cut. Deciding To Go To Chef School  By : Andy West If you enjoy cooking and want a job that doesn't seem so much like work, perhaps a chef school can give you the skills and experience you need to cook in top notch restaurants around the country or even the world. Every restaurant has several cooks on staff, but the curriculum at a chef school will elevate you and your paycheck well beyond the level of any common short-order cook. Also, a quality chef school can prepare you for a number of prestigious positions in the food service industry. Many chef school campuses also teach the business side of the culinary arts. Many graduates of chef school go on to own their own restaurant, which gives them the freedom to prepare whatever cuisine they desire. It can also allow you to go into food service management with an intimate knowledge of food preparation that will make you very marketable to employers. Culinary Training Isn't A Cakewalk  By : Andy West A career as a chef can be fulfilling and challenging, and if you have a passion for food culinary training may be a perfect fit. However, it isn't easy. Anyone who has attended a culinary institute can tell you that the education you receive goes far beyond simply learning how to throw together a few meals. In fact, you learn much more than just cooking. Being a successful chef also involves being able to manage your kitchen properly, work well with your staff and understand nutrition, food purchasing and plenty of other things that go beyond the stove or oven. Culinary training can be an eye-opening experience for many students as they prepare for their career in the food and restaurant industry. Open New Doors With A Computer Animation Degree  By : Andy West Over the past few years, we have witnessed a surprising jump in the video game industry. When a new game system is released there are people in line for days, willing to pay a sizeable amount of money for the newest system. The reason for this craze is that the people making the games are breaking new barriers each and every day. If you have a computer animation degree, then you can also be a part of this amazing journey. We have come a long way from the one-dimensional video games of the 1980's. In twenty years, we have gone from ball and paddle games to completely realistic games that encompass the entire body and mind. You are now able to use your controller as a steering wheel, a baseball bat or a hockey stick and have the situation play itself out accurately in front of your eyes. Start A Career In Video Game Design  By : Andy West If you are thinking of what to do for a career and you have an interest in animation, then you should consider video game design. This is an industry that is booming at an incredible rate and shows no signs of slowing down. In the past twenty years, there have been incredible advances in the video game design industry and you could be a part of it. In only a few decades, there have been barriers broken that could never have been dreamed of in the past. Video games are so realistic now that you feel as though you are actually in the game. You can play a racing game and feel as though you are in the Indy 500 or play a war game and get a good glimpse into what World War Two was really like. The possibilities are endless but people are needed to come up with these ideas and innovations. A Technology Degree Offers Endless Opportunities  By : Andy West Every minute of every day some new form of technology is being invented. Technology is popping up all over the place and it does not seem to be slowing down anytime soon. Every year companies try to out do each other by coming up with the biggest and best product and knock their competitors out of the water. Now, if you buy a computer, IPod or any other electronic device, it is practically out of date before you even walk out the door of the store because a new company came up with a better idea. This is why the career field of computers and technology continues to grow making room for individuals with a technology degree. When the IPod was first marketed, people all over the world rushed out to the nearest electronic store to purchase the latest technological craze. As soon as they took that product home and got used to the features, Apple was pushing out a new product, the IPod Nano. This IPod was smaller than the first and had more memory, making it more portable and easier to use. Similar to Apple, video game companies are coming out with new game systems and games before customers are used to the one they already have. With the high turn around of computer games and electronic devices, the need for experts with a technology degree continues to grow. That makes the technology career field one of the fastest growing career fields today. Why You Should Choose To Earn A Health Care Degree Online  By : Andy West Earning your health care degree online can help provide you with a better education and a more complete set of skills than traditional classroom settings provide. Many people want to help others and choose a career in health care for a personally fulfilling line of work. Acquiring a health care degree online may allow individuals to aim for better positions in the work force and provide room for growth to higher salaries. Choice and Quality of Programs Online Business Administration Degrees Increasingly Popular  By : Andy West A few decades ago online business degrees were virtually unheard of. Today they are very much in demand for those wanting to fast track their careers. The primary reason that online business degree administration courses are so popular is because they are, quite simply, practical. Many people seeking a degree in this area are currently working and can't afford the time off or loss of income to attend more traditional college classes. With online business administration degrees you can also be advancing your career in two ways at the same time by working your way forward at work and getting a degree that your employer will appreciate at the same time. Choosing The Right Online Business Degree Program  By : Andy West You know you want to enter the fast-paced world of business, so you've decided to enroll in an online business degree program. It's certainly a step in the right direction, but if you haven't checked out the various online programs available lately, you may be surprised by the many choices now available. It's certainly a good thing to have so many choices, but it can also be daunting. The reason so many cyber-schools are now offering a variety of different degrees in their online business degree programs is because there is so much diversity not only in what companies are looking for, but in they type of students that are enrolling in the programs. Businesses are becoming more and more complex, and more specialized every year and colleges and universities are meeting the need by developing specialized programs that address the needs of particular business models and types of industries. 5 Advantages Of Getting Your Health Care Degree Online  By : Andy West Ten years ago, who would have thought you could get an education without attending classes? The Internet has made wonderful things possible, though, among them the ability to get your health care degree online. An online education carries with it a unique set of advantages, including: You can continue working while you go to school. Realistically, you don’t have to actually "go" anywhere. You can keep working the same job with the same hours, because taking online classes gives you the flexibility to plan your education around your job, rather than the other way around. Online Business Administration Degree May Be The Ticket To Promotion  By : Andy West A high school degree and associate's degree can only get you so far in a career. Many people are stuck in the same job for years without the possibility of promotion because they do not have an advanced degree. More and more professionals are going back to school to expand their education not just because they have a goal of obtaining a higher degree, but also because in order to advance in their current position or receive higher pay, a bachelors degree is what they need. This is why an online business administration degree may be the best way to receive that promotion. Numerous colleges and universities across the nation offer degree programs in business administration. Choosing the right one can be an intimidating and daunting task. For those individuals who are already in the workforce or need to work while going to school, and online business administration degree is the best option. An online degree program offers flexibility and offers students the comfort of completing tasks from the comfort of their own home. Online programs are offered nationwide so it is easy to find a program that will fit best. This is an added bonus for individuals who do not live in a close proximity to a college or university. Online programs offer numerous options to students who might not otherwise be able to purse a degree. The Pros And Cons Of An Online Business Degree Program  By : Andy West After struggling through five years of college, I proudly graduated with not only my B.A. degree, but also a 20/20 hindsight reflection as to what was successful for me and what was distracting. Not surprisingly, the distractions also happened to be some of my favorite things about the college years. Living in the sorority house, staying out too late, the fact that work interfered with my class schedule, and just an overall struggle with balancing my daily academic responsibilities with what I really wanted to spend my time doing. What I have concluded now that all is said and done? I should have switched from my traditional college setting to an online business degree program. My personality and lifestyle, like many others, respond much more positively to online independent study and there are quite a few reasons as to why. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]

SIGN UP FOR FREE   Sign Up for a free account or learn more. Submit Articles Member Login Top Authors Most Popular Articles Submission Guidelines Ezine Notifications Article RSS Feeds About Us Link to Us Contact Us Privacy Policy Terms of Service   Most Recent Articles Do You Know Yourself? Test  By : CD Mohatta We all claim to know many things. We analyze our friends, our colleagues and other people. We try to find out how others act and behave. We act like a know all about others. How about ourselves? Do we know ourselves? We react to many stimuli - both from outside and our mind. We go into different moods and act differently at different times. We can not predict our own behavior many times. We know something about our likes and dislikes about food, clothing, home and such thins. But what about our emotions? What of our mind? Do we know? Can we predict our own reaction at a given situation? It may be different at different times, depending on our own mood. We are not machines and therefore highly unpredictable. The Fascination With Astrology - How Good?  By : CD Mohatta In the 1920's, there was a big sensation in the US. Two sisters had photographed fairies flying around flowers in their garden. It was an unbelievable event. The two gave interviews and talked stuff. It was after more than sixty years that one sister revealed the whole thing was a hoax. The fairies were made of paper. Nonetheless they captured public imagination. It was something different and unbelievable, but was revealed a hoax later. But thousands of paranormal and supernatural things remain the way they are- uncanny and unimaginable. No one has explanations. All the same, people love to know more and indulge in these pursuits. Very often we have astrologers predicting events. Most people love the opportunity to get one's palm read by an astrologer. Believe the stuff or scoff at it. But the whole idea is fascinating to humans. Many people read the headlines of a newspaper later, but read their horoscope first. Astrologers and fortune tellers may talk in deceptive and ambiguous terms. Knowing the same, people flock to them. Worldwide Economist Rankings: Top 20 Economists from Turkey  By : Roberto Bell LogEc collects accesses statistics from several services which use the RePEc data set, the largest online collection of Economics Working Papers, Journal Articles and Software Components. LogEc provides a convenient way of tracking trends in the profession (it can be found in RePEc before it hits the journals) and the impact of one's own work. Tutoring: The Help Your Child Needs!  By : Gabriel Adams - If you have ever had a child who is doing badly in school then you know how heart breaking and stressful it can be. One of the best ways to get your child to do better is to find a good tutor. These are people who will help teach your child the information they need to know. Most tutors will work with your child in a one on one environment. This is better than a classroom because it means the teacher is only focused on the learning and development of one student. This helps the student absorb more information about their subjects. Durham, Nc: A Center Of Learning  By : Gabriel Adams - Durham offers a lot of activities for visitors and residents to do. There are about a quarter of a million people who currently reside in Durham with around 5 million people who visit annually. Currently Durham is considered one of the centers for learning in North Carolina. Durham has very good colleges which take up residence there. Currently Duke University takes up residence in Durham. This college is known throughout the world and is considered a very good college. This helps attract a younger crowd to Durham and helps bring arts and culture to the community. It also brings about a good education and keeps a lot of the kids in town. Should Your Child Have A Private Tutor?  By : Gabriel Adams - Private tutoring can be a very effective aid for students in learning, no matter what what the student's aptitude for learning is. Students who are struggling in their studies will find that a tutor can help them learn their material more thoroughly and easily, while the academically adept student will find that a tutor can help them achieve a level of excellence and learning well beyond what they could achieve without a tutor. Any student, no matter where in the percentiles they find themselves, may benefit from a tutor. If you decide to get a tutor, there are several options. Kidfluence Television Extends Reach, Partners With Global Broadband Television Company IVNET.TV  By : MuzikMan Delray Beach, Florida--November 6, 2006-- CoMatrix Media is developing a new television program entitled Kidfluence TV which focuses on real life issues that effect today’s youth. In a forum setting, parents, teens, tweens, professionals, advocates and other diverse guests will gather to share and explore the vital issues that our youth face. Kidfluence Television is solution based; and the goal is to increase the social conscience of its viewers. Schools: How to Become a Card Dealer  By : Jack Reider If dealing cards at a blackjack table appeals to you or you simply want to make a change in your life, you should seriously consider attending a casino gaming school. There are good casino colleges in Las Vegas that offer professional instructors and job placement services. Exploring The Origins Of Good Old-fashioned Common Sense  By : Stacey Moore Some say that a life without common sense would be uncommonly difficult. In fact, a recent study found that 94 percent of Americans say that having common sense makes life easier. But what is common sense? While we tend to recognize it when we see it, it can be difficult to define. For the past few years the Scott Tissue and Towels has consulted Americans to explore the concept of common sense, and recently conducted a survey to learn more. A Contest For Peace  By : Stacey Moore A new contest asks Americans to get creative as they consider the art of peace. A writer and entrepreneur with a passion for peace has started a nationwide project that invites everyone-from writers and scholars to musicians, painters, professionals and students-to creatively express the nonviolent messages of Mohandas Gandhi. The winning entrant will receive a prize of $1,000. Fun Ways To "activate" Kids In The New Year  By : Stacey Moore While colder weather can seem like a barrier to staying fit, wintertime can offer many opportunities to stay active. Whether it's outdoor activities or indoor play, there are lots of ways to incorporate physical activity into kids' daily routine. Campbell's Labels for Education (LFE)-a program which has helped schools get the tools and resources they need for more than 30 years-recently launched a new program in conjunction with National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) that can help parents, teachers and kids make fitness a priority year-round. Campbell's Recess Rewards offers bonus point incentives for those who implement nutrition or fitness related programs in their schools or communities. That means any school that participates in Campbell's Recess Rewards earns 500 extra points that can be redeemed for LFE merchandise including physical activity equipment. In fact, many of the fun fitness items can be used both outdoors and indoors, making it easy to incorporate activity every day, even during the colder months. Europe-from The Hot Spots To The Hotshots  By : Stacey Moore So much has changed so quickly in Europe (from the euro to the European Union) that even Europeans (be they Lithuanians or Luxembourgers) can't keep up. Americans are equally perplexed, which may be why they have welcomed Melissa Rossi's "What Every American Should Know About Europe" (Plume) with open arms. Rossi's book lets readers know the hot spots, hotshots, political muck ups, cross-border sniping and cultural chaos of our transatlantic cousins. With her trademark investigative flair and wry humor, she gives the inside scoop on every nation in the European Union and beyond. For example: After-school Programs Find A Home In Schools  By : Stacey Moore In many communities, the end of the school day doesn't mean that students are no longer learning or that schools are standing idle. A new survey shows that nearly two-thirds (just over 62 percent) of students who participate in after-school programs take part in activities held at their schools, in a location such as a gym or cafeteria-and not in after-school centers. One Day, Plastics May Save Your Life  By : Stacey Moore What is the first thing you think of when you hear the word "plastic"? Chances are, you do not think of the many ways plastics may literally save your life or the lives of your loved ones. Hard Work: A Head Start On High School  By : Stacey Moore Many parents, students and teachers may be intrigued to learn that in a nationwide survey on what should be taught in schools, "persistence and follow-through" received 93 percent approval as did "industry or hard work." Far too frequently, however, children stop caring about their education, and often this transformation is seen around the ages of 12 or 13, when students rely less and less on parents for direction and more and more on peers. Kids Get Wild In Classrooms Across The Country  By : Stacey Moore Tigers, gorillas and panda bears-oh my! Not exactly Dorothy's traveling troupe of friends, but these magnificent creatures do have one thing in common: they are all endangered. Every day, scientists at the World Resources Institute estimate up to 100 species become extinct. That's nearly 40,000 animals, plants and insects that disappear from the Earth each year. By helping to raise awareness today about the dangers that threaten their survival, endangered animals-even those in our own backyards-can be around for generations to come. An Author For The Record Books  By : Stacey Moore Here's a world record worth reading into: a man typed 56 books (a total of more than 3 million words) backwards. Using a computer and four blank keyboards, Italy's Michele Santelia typed books including the "Odyssey," "Macbeth" and the "Vulgate Bible." Women Ceos Focus On Long-term Growth  By : Stacey Moore A major research study finds that companies run by women focus on long-term growth--through new markets, innovative products/services and strategic alliances--and shun short-term gains, cost-cutting measures and the quick-exit strategies of some businesses. The study, released by Babson College and The Commonwealth Institute, found that 80 percent of female CEOs identified expanding customer relationships as the key priority for driving future growth. Program Teaches Ethical Decision Making To Students  By : Stacey Moore America's teens are feeling the pressure to succeed in school, no matter the cost. In fact, more than two out of five teens-44 percent-feel this heavy burden. And girls feel the strain more so than boys. Those are some of the findings of the fourth annual Teen Ethics Poll released by JA Worldwide (Junior Achievement) and Deloitte & Touche USA LLP (Deloitte). The survey, which took the ethical pulse of teens ages 13 to 18, also found that eight in 10 students think the pressure will stay the same or get worse once they begin working, and nearly a third don't feel fully equipped to make ethical decisions. Colorful Classrooms Equal Enhanced Education  By : Stacey Moore Splashing some color in the classroom helps children learn. That's according to a recent study that found 90 percent of teachers in grades three through 12 agree that teaching in color enhances the learning experience. For many schools, obtaining the funding to make colorful changes in the classroom is a challenge. In fact, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers, 75 percent of our nation's school buildings remain inadequate to meet the needs of schoolchildren, in part due to outdated facilities. Study: School Vouchers Lead To Less Segregated Schools  By : Stacey Moore A new report gives voucher schools high marks for helping to increase diversity in classrooms. The study found that private schools participating in the Milwaukee, Cleveland and Washington, D.C. voucher programs are much less segregated than public schools. In addition, the report concluded that segregation levels in private schools at the classroom level are lower than those in public schools. Working To Improve Math Literacy  By : Stacey Moore Improving the math and science skills of the nation's students may add up to a better, stronger future for America. That's because recent data show that declining math and science skills among American youth could threaten U.S. competitiveness and long-term economic stability. So in an effort to help improve math literacy, Ernst & Young LLP, a leading professional services firm, is sponsoring PBS's award-winning children's television series, "Cyberchase," which teaches kids aged 8 to 12 math concepts in a fun and understandable way. Education: Fostering Global Understanding  By : Stacey Moore Education today involves a lot more than learning your ABCs. Young people will enter a very different world from the one their parents found after leaving school. Not only is technology advancing, but the social and cultural landscape of our increasingly interconnected planet is changing at a rate never before experienced. Searching For Science Fiction Writers  By : Stacey Moore A unique contest could help aspiring writers and illustrators turn an important page in their careers. It gives authors and artists the chance to enter their own science fiction stories and drawings for a chance to be published. A high percentage of past winners have gone on to successful writing careers and several have become New York Times bestselling authors. Winners have also gone on to publish over 300 novels and 3,000 short stories. Considering that just three out of every 10,000 manuscripts submitted in the United States each year get published, the contest may be just the boost a talented author needs. Ride The Rails To Reading  By : Stacey Moore What began as a series of bedtime stories, created by a father for his son, has youngsters "on track," and has been fostering a love of reading for more than 60 years. With rich characters and exciting adventures on the Island of Sodor, Thomas and his engine friends engage young children, inviting them to enter a world of imagination through the tracks of a train and the words of a story. Show Your Smarts  By : Stacey Moore Are you up to the challenge to see if you qualify for membership in Mensa-the world-famous high-IQ organization? The following questions from Dr. Abbie F. Salny are similar to those administered on the Mensa Admission Test: Campaign Urges Students To Stay In School  By : Stacey Moore Sometimes, struggling students just need a boost. That's the premise behind a new public awareness campaign created to encourage young people to stay in school. More than 1,200 teens drop out of high school every day in the United States. In response to the widespread dropout rate, a new series of public service advertisements (PSAs) were designed to motivate teens, their parents and friends to give struggling students a "boost" to stay in school and graduate. New Programs For Students Who Mean Business  By : Stacey Moore There's good news for students who are eager to learn how the business world operates. The world's largest organization dedicated to educating young people about business, economics and entrepreneurship has unveiled five new educational programs. The programs are designed to provide an expanded economic education experience in the areas of entrepreneurship, financial literacy and workforce readiness. Games Students Play At Home Help Learning  By : Stacey Moore Getting high marks from young schoolchildren and their parents is an award-winning slate of educational DVD games for interactive play on the TV. The games are aimed at children in grades pre-K through 4 and help them build the skills they need. The games are devised to create a new experience for children, families and teachers. Nuclear Power Enjoys A Renaissance  By : Stacey Moore Investors, utility companies and government officials are putting millions of dollars into exploring a mix of energy alternatives to meet this country's growing electricity demands. While wind, solar and water are among the options, nuclear power is receiving a growing amount of interest. Nuclear power provides 20 percent of the nation's total energy needs so people can turn on their lights, heat their homes, and cook their meals. Schools Nationwide Give Every Kid A Front Row Seat  By : Stacey Moore Teachers and parents may be surprised to learn that one of the biggest obstacles to a child's success at school is an acoustically hostile classroom. Noise echoes off uncarpeted floors, high ceilings, windows and hard desks, intensifying day-to-day sounds. And studies show that with noisy classrooms on the rise, listening and learning are some of the biggest challenges faced by most elementary and middle school students. Thousands of schools nationwide now combat classroom noise with FrontRow Active Learning Systems-wireless systems that gently amplify and clarify teachers' and students' voices-essentially giving every student a front row seat. The first such products to be cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as safe and effective devices for improving classroom communication, FrontRow systems include a small, lightweight, wireless microphone for the teacher, one to four small speakers and a handheld pass-around microphone for the students. Students Find Remedy For Homework Headaches  By : Stacey Moore The majority of students today are using the PC for homework and research (according to JupiterResearch, U.S. Online Teen Media Consumer Survey, 2005). But even with an abundance of information and technology at their disposal, it can be difficult for students to find the tools they need for their specific assignments. In an independent survey recently commissioned by Microsoft Corp., teachers (71 percent) and parents (56 percent) agree that students don't always find the homework help they need on the Internet. Seeking A Solution Evolution And Faith  By : Stacey Moore While it may surprise some, a noted theologian says a person can be religious and still believe in the theory of evolution. "Not only is it possible, but it's essential to a fuller understanding of the way God creates," says theologian John Haught of Georgetown Uni-versity, a Roman Catholic. Haught, one of the speakers at the New York Academy of Sciences' recent Teaching Evolution and the Nature of Science Conference, believes the controversy over whether evolution should be taught in schools overlooks the fact that science and religion are "different disciplines that ask different questions." National Heartburn Alliance Unveils New, Customized Education Tools To "learn About Your Burn"  By : Stacey Moore Heartburn remains a burning problem for more than 60 million Americans each month but a new National Heartburn Alliance (NHBA) survey reveals the majority of sufferers are confused by available treatment options. According to the survey, 64 percent of sufferers are unsure how common over-the-counter (OTC) medications differ, while 54 percent are "unfamiliar with treatment options" or "don't know how they apply." To address the need for education, NHBA has developed the "Name that Burn Quiz," a personalized, online heartburn screener that can help sufferers identify whether they experience episodic, frequent or severe heartburn and define their distinct behavioral and lifestyle triggers. Time-saving Back-to-school Solutions  By : Stacey Moore It's enough to make harried parents dread the return of the big yellow bus. To get their kids ready for the new school year, it's not enough that they have to find the perfect backpack, clothes and supplies-they also have to at least try to make sure all those new purchases don't get lost before winter vacation. "Let's face it-parents have less time today than ever before," says Amy Lipton, a mom, organizational consultant and CEO of Stuck on You. "One of the biggest challenges parents and children face when getting ready for school is keeping track of personal belongings." Riddles And Children's Iq Development  By : Natalie Aranda Although the history of riddles comes from ancient times, it was not until the 19th century when researchers began to analyze different theories in children's IQ cognitive development. In the 1800s, there was no established method for studying human sciences other that empirical knowledge. Riddles and trivia were not institutional methods for testing scholars or determine human nature or measure their intellectual functions. A Non-Routine Day  By : Matthew C. Keegan As Miriam rushed through the hangar door and whisked herself over to the operations desk she requested from the equally busy coordinator the flight itinerary/report for her trip that afternoon. She glanced at the paperwork and paused to reflect on what was ahead of her for the day and then indulged herself to look back on the events of the day earlier. Less than three hours before, Miriam was fast asleep – the previous day was a busy one as she finished painting the bathroom and the bedroom closet of her new home and was just days from making her move from her present crowded apartment to the homey little cape that she had just bought. Jarred awake by the ringing telephone, Miriam glanced and saw that the clock read 8:11. “Good grief! Who could this be?,” she thought. It was Jack from Flight Operations who was calling to explain to her that a trip had popped up for later that afternoon (TEB-MDW-BUR-TEB) and he wanted her to fill in. Having just been permanently reassigned to the company’s Gulfstream fleet of aircraft, she did not want to pass the opportunity by. Yes, she had some hard days off, but she was also moving into a new home and the cash would certainly help. Besides, it was only an overnighter and she would be home late the following evening. Two days later the movers would be coming by and she still had plenty of time to finish packing. Future Trends Of E-learning  By : Natalie Aranda he future of E-learning is very bright, indeed. This concept has been expanding at a very rapid rate as more and more uses for the computer in education have been discovered and attempted. On the traditional college campus, there is a trend toward the development of a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). The VLE concept integrates the full range of electronic enhancements into the classroom setting. Under the VLE idea, the instructor is not replaced by the computer but rather uses the computer to reach more students and to reach them more effectively. Distance education is becoming more popular as more and more households obtain personal computers. Many schools have developed the idea of the virtual classroom to a high degree. One instructor located at a central location and using video equipment can teach simultaneous classes in several satellite locations. There is no limit to the distance these satellite locations can be from the instructor. Computer based training can be done in much the same way. Such things as emails and chat rooms are being used as part of the E-learning arsenal. A Brief History Of E-learning And Distance Education  By : Natalie Aranda E-learning is a very broad term. It is used to describe any type of learning environment that is computer enhanced. There are multiple technologies that can be employed in E-learning. It has become one of those types of words that are so general as to have lost some of its meaning. Distance learning is something that has evolved from Elearning. It is used to describe a learning environment that takes place away from the actual traditional classroom and campus. E-learning began at just about the same time that a computer was developed that was practical for personal use. In fact, the concept and practice of distance learning predates the computer area by almost 100 years. In England, in 1840, shorthand classes were being offered by correspondence courses through the mail. The improvements to the postal service made this method of distance learning popular in the early part of the last century. This led to a large number of “through the mail” type of educational programs. The computer only made distance learning easy and better. Television, video recorders, and even radio have all made a contribution to distance learning. Practical Tips For Earning A Degree Online  By : Natalie Aranda Much has been written about the difference between earning a degree online and earning it at a traditional on campus type of institution. The major advantages of the online method include a lower cost and the ability to work around your own schedule at your own pace. The major advantages of the traditional method include the social environment of the campus and the hands on help of qualified instructors. Cost is often an important consideration in the decision to pursue distance learning. There is another factor that should play an equally important role in the decision making process. This is your own personal learning style. Some people thrive with independent learning while others need to personal help of an instructor to maximize their learning success. Once you have made the decision in favor of online learning, there are some practical tips that can help you along the way. The most important thing is to realize that just because you have opted for distance learning does not mean that you have taken the easy way. A great deal of self discipline is going to be required, and your course of study is going to take every bit as much work and effort as your fellow student in the dorm on campus. In fact, you might expect to work a bit harder. Degree programs online are still dealing with a bit of old fashioned and traditional attitudes from educators and employers. The online degree colleges have responded to this by insuring their standards are higher than those of most on campus schools. Online Education: A Brief History  By : Natalie Aranda When the educational process takes place in an environment other than a live classroom, it is known as distance education. The idea of distance education can be traced by to the advent of the printing press. From the very earliest days of printing, it became possible to develop a learning method whereby the student learned at his own pace and without the aid of an instructor. The self help manual is one of the earliest examples of distance learning. As each new technological advance was made, the possibilities of its adaptation for distance learning were explored. When radios came into common use, the possibilities of giving instruction via this medium were investigated. Television was a major advance that was used in distance training. The development of closed circuit television networks made it possible for classrooms to be spread out over great distances with the instructor in one location, and the students in another. The drawback to this method was that it still required the student to be actually present at the time the class was being held. It did not free him of that restraint. Cbt And Aviation Training  By : Natalie Aranda The growth and maturity of CBT industry has been closely associated with computer based simulation for pilot training in aviation industry. Aviation CBT continues to demonstrate the new technology advance in CBT design and implementation though CBT is now widely adopted in education and corporate training. The Aviation Industry Computer-Based Training Committee (AICC) oversees and develops guidelines for aviation CBT in the design, development, delivery of training programs. Although many aviation training schools use CBT, they actually are starting to add it into the actual flying. Pilots have to fly a simulated airplane in order to grasp the important maneuvers before going into the air. With CBT in every school, pilots do not have to feel anxious about what they have learned. By practicing and seeing results just through this type of aviation training, chances are they will succeed at a faster rate! The Use Of Natural Herbs  By : Michelle Bery - In a world of increased awareness of natural health – achieving optimum fitness and vitality through a focus on whole foods, organic ingredients, and a natural lifestyle – more and more attention has turned to the use of natural herbs in every day life. But while they may be once again gaining popularity, the use of natural herbs dates back to prehistoric times in the use of everything from food to medicine. A variety of cultures along the way have identified the properties of specific herbs and classified them accordingly. Throughout history more and more natural herbs have been identified as having enormous medicinal benefits and continue to be used today in much the same fashion. To Learn The Guitar You Must First Learn Guitar Chords  By : Michelle Bery - Learning an instrument – and guitar specifically – can be a wonderful experience that fills you with the joy of achievement. Whether you want to master the guitar or just learn a few songs well, the process of learning guitar requires practice, along with the mastering of several techniques. Included in these techniques is the requirement to learn guitar chords. Such chords are your bridge to music. In order to learn guitar chords you must first know the sound that each vibration on each guitar string makes. At this point you must also understand how finger placement will change the vibration on each guitar string. To learn guitar chords in this manner, practice and repetition are key to success. You will soon understand how different guitar chords come together to form a song. If you know the chords, you’ll know the song – it’s that simple. Hearing Your Lesson Through Learn Spanish Audio  By : Michelle Bery - As everyone knows, the most common language spoken in the United States is English. But what some people may by now realize is that the second most common language spoken in the United States is Spanish. Subsequently, for business and social reasons, many people choose to learn the language of Spanish. For adults, learning a language in later life can be a bit difficult – especially with busy schedules and demanding careers to consider. It is often hard to find the time to squeeze in the hard work necessary to master another language. Luckily, the modern world has provided a variety of methods in which to learn language. One of the most popular ways in which to learn Spanish today is through learn Spanish audio. No matter what kinds of lives we all lead – as busy and chaotic as they often become – most of us have easy access to an audio system. Whether it’s our CD players in our cars, Walkmans that we use when exercising, or any of the new versions of iPods or MP3 players that are on the market today, most of us have the ability to use learn Spanish audio as part of our instruction. Choosing A Private Preschool  By : Michelle Bery - Choosing a preschool for your youngster can be challenging; and the first decision of many to come regarding their education. Determining the program that will best meet your child’s needs is by far the most important thing. Whether this can be accomplished by sending your child to a private preschool is something that only you can research and decide. In many cases, private preschool is the only choice available to parents. Preschool programs that are offered through the school district are often only available to children who are in need of special services in order to prepare them for Kindergarten. Children can receive speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and specialized learning environments through programs such as these. The Benefits Of A Vertical Wheelchair Lift  By : Michelle Bery - Most of us take for granted the myriad of activities we perform on a daily basis – walking, running, and climbing stairs, among others. But for those who face physical challenges on a daily basis, the most commonplace of activities can be either difficult or impossible. For those who are wheelchair bound, climbing stairs is simply out of the question and a variety of accommodations must be relied upon on a daily basis. While ramps and elevators are standard in most public buildings today, there often still exists the necessity for further equipment to help in the management in stairs. In many cases, a vertical wheelchair lift can serve an enormous benefit for those who are physically challenged. A vertical chairlift is either electric or hydraulic powered and allows those in a wheelchair to stay in their wheelchair while being elevated to a higher level. A vertical chairlift can be used in a variety of situations, including in the event of an elevated front porch of a home, a stage in an auditorium, or the interior of older public buildings where elevators are too small to handle a wheelchair. In fact, many older buildings – in an effort to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines – choose to install a vertical wheelchair lift rather than a ramp due to its logistical advantages. Practicing Technique With An Easy Guitar Song To Learn  By : Michelle Bery - When it comes to learning an instrument, practice always makes perfect. It’s not enough to understand the technical skill required to play; you must also integrate that technique into your playing so that it becomes habit. Only then can you begin to infuse your own personal style and personality into your playing. When it comes to playing the guitar, especially, learning important finger positions can prove tricky; but when you find an easy guitar song to learn, you can not only create the base from which all future learning can grow, you can quickly and easily boost your confidence as a fledgling guitar player. You can learn guitar in one of several ways. If you are serious about beginning on this particular musical journey and wish to become a skilled guitar player who has a repertoire of songs at their disposal, then it may be best to work with a reputable and experienced guitar teacher who will give you hands-on lessons at their home or yours. Guaranteed that one of the first things you will tackle – after proper finger placement – is identifying that first easy guitar song to learn. The Importance Of Qualified Home School Teaching  By : Michelle Bery - Many parents, faced with inadequate schooling for their children or a child’s particular educational needs that a district can not effectively handle, choose instead to home school their child. Home schooling – when done appropriately and responsibly – can be enormously effective in educating children in particular situations. However, qualified home school teaching is paramount to achieving results. Parents choose the option of home schooling for a variety of reasons. In some cases, the quality of education is lacking in their area school district, classrooms are overcrowded, or particular educational needs can not be met by existing programs. While private schooling may sometimes be an option, in many cases it is cost-prohibitive. In other cases, learning or physical disabilities hinder students regardless of what traditional school environment they attend. In all of these cases, home schooling can provide an efficient and successful alternative to traditional learning environments. The Preschool Learning Difference  By : Michelle Bery - The preschool environment is designed to educate young children prior to the age of five – when most children begin kindergarten. Preschool is an optional learning experience; some preschool programs are offered through the public school district, but in most cases preschool is offered privately – either in a non-denominational setting or through a religious institution. Because preschool meets the needs of young children, preschool learning differs quite a bit from the learning environment offered at the time of elementary school. Research has shown that children of this age are especially conducive to learning; their brains are like sponges picking up concepts through the use of all of their senses. Such is the reason that preschool learning concepts are taught through play-based programs. It has been shown that preschool aged children learn best through play, absorbing fundamental lessons without being aware of anything but having fun. Implementing A Home School Course  By : Michelle Bery - The inconsistencies surrounding educational programs throughout the nation, in combination with the educational needs of particular students, have resulted in the increasing popularity of home schooling. In this non-traditional school setting, parents feel that they can better address the learning needs of their children in a variety of ways. The curriculum put in place for a home school course is consistent with that curriculum designed for grades K-12 in public and private schools. It is the responsibility of the home school instructor – most often the parent of the home schooled child – to effectively deliver a home school course that is in line with meeting educational benchmarks set forth by the school district administration. The Importance Of Preschool Teachers  By : Michelle Bery - Preschool is an optional school experience designed for children at least two and a half years old, up until the age of five when they enter kindergarten. While some preschool programs are offered through the public school system, most are offered through private or religious institutions. Such programs generally offer a play-based curriculum that prepares children for the school environment. Preschool teachers facilitate this experience for children in their classroom. Preschool teachers are crucial to a successful preschool experience. For many children, preschool colors the way that they forever look at school; it is this first experience that should foster a lifelong love of learning and an overall sense of comfort and achievement within the preschool environment. Preschool teachers will often take basic concepts and incorporate them into play. Children at this age learn through play concepts that incorporate all of their senses. While they are having fun and practicing essential social concepts – being respectful of each other, taking turns, etc. – they are unaware that they are even absorbing educational concepts. Effective preschool teachers are able to engage the preschooler and offer lessons through these playful avenues. Ensuring The Viability Of A Home School Diploma  By : Michelle Bery - In this society, hard work towards a specific goal generally culminates in a celebration when that goal is achieved; there is no better example than that of graduation from school. A milestone of every school-aged child, graduation means the end of twelve years of schooling and the opportunity to go on to higher education in pursuit of a career. But when you home school a child, it is important to ensure that their home school diploma is accredited and acknowledged. Children today often face the challenge of low-quality education, overcrowded classrooms, or programs ill-equipped to meet their particular educational needs. In such circumstances, or in an instance where a traditional public or private school does not offer a learning environment in line with a family’s religious or cultural beliefs, the parents of these children are often moved to implement a home school program. In most states, the only requirements to provide home schooling is the desire to do so and the commitment to offering consistent and quality instruction in keeping with the educational guidelines set forth by the state and particular school district. Parents offering home schooling do so with the help of specially designed curriculum to keep students on par with the lessons being traditionally taught in their grade level. And in many cases, the quality of education achieved through home schooling not only matches – but surpasses – the traditional The Use Of Preschool Games In And Out Of A Classroom  By : Michelle Bery - For children under the age of five - or for those who have not yet started Kindergarten – a preschool program is an introduction to the classroom environment, where students have the opportunity to learn imperative social and educational lessons in a structured but informal environment. Research has shown us that a love for learning fostered in the preschool – through a comfortable, nurturing environment and guided by skilled teachers – can do much to ensure a lifetime of successful schooling. And because research has also shown that children of this age learn best through the process of play, preschool curriculums tend to be play based, including the use of preschool games. There are a variety of ways to institute preschool games into the learning environment. Skilled preschool teachers are adept at presenting lessons in an enjoyable, participatory way that motivates children in a non-intimidating fashion. Some preschool games include the use of letter and number games to introduce language and mathematics, drawing to promote fine motor skills, physical play to encourage the development of gross motor skills, and games focused around books to help foster a love of reading. Savvy preschool programs also incorporate the use of computer games to help spark interest and teach fundamentals. The History Behind Mother's Day  By : James C Have you ever wondered how the Mother's Day holiday got its start? You may think that it has been around forever but it is actually one of our younger holidays having been around for less than 100 years. So how did this holiday come to be? Mothers in this country can thank a woman by the name of Anna Jarvis for their holiday. Anna Jarvis' mother had tried to establish a national holiday for mothers in the 19th century but was unsuccessful in her efforts. After her death her daughter Anna had the first mothers day celebration in Philadelphia at St Andrews Methodist Church. The celebration honored mothers both living and dead. After her celebration Anna petitioned congress to have her Holiday made into an official one. Eventually because of her persistence congress made it a national holiday in 1914. Tips On Studying For Tests  By : Dalvin Rumsey For most people, choosing the best strategy when studying for a test has always been an issue. It is a generally accepted fact that the efficient way to study for tests is to do your homework on time, ask questions in class, and learn information as it is taught is the best way to avoid memorizing stuff hours before the test. Let us think about how the brain works and you will see how you can make more of the time you spend on studying for a test. Well, the most significant thing your brain does to learn new information is to connect new knowledge to concepts you already know. The connection process is vital! Connections help you learn new information, but visual images help you recall it. Visual images are powerful memory-enhancing tools because brains tend to think in images. Pictures, graphs, maps, and symbols help your brain see new concepts, see the relationship between concepts, and give you an image to “connect” new information. Finally, your brain must be healthy to be efficient. Proper sleep, nutrition, and hydration help you think clearly while you are studying and while you are taking your test. Wikipedia Vs. Britannica - Interview With Tom Panelas  By : Sam Vaknin Tom Panelas is the Encyclopedia Britannica's Director of Corporate Communications Q. Is the Wikipedia an encyclopedia in any sense of the word? A. I don't think it's crucial that everyone agree on whether Wikipedia is or is not an encyclopedia. What's important is that people who might use it understand what it is and how it differs from the reference works they're used to. Wikipedia allows anyone to write and edit articles, regardless of their knowledge of the subjects on which they're writing, their ability to write, or their commitment to truth. This policy has allowed Wikipedia to grow large very fast, but it's come at a price. The Ubiquitous Project Gutenberg - Interview With Michael Hart, Its Founder  By : Sam Vaknin November 15, 2005 Michael Hart conceived of electronic books (e-books) back in 1971. Most pundits agree that in the history of knowledge and scholarship, e-books are as important as the Gutenberg press, invented five centuries ago. Many would say that they constitute a far larger quantum leap. As opposed to their print equivalents, e-books are public goods: cost close to nothing to produce, replicate, and disseminate. Anyone with access to minimal technology or even the oldest computers can read e-books. The In-credible Web  By : Sam Vaknin People are conditioned to trust written words, not to mention images. "I read it in the paper" or "As seen on TV" are worn out but still effective clichés. The Internet combines both the written and the seen. It is both a textual and a visual (and audio) medium. Do people trust Internet content? Is the incredible Internet - credible? Man Builds Inventing Machine  By : Kadence Buchanan - John Koza has made a serious breakthrough when it comes to the computing power of today and our hopes for it in the future. Studying computers since his high school tutelage in the 1950s, Koza was a man who yearned to make advancements in the world around him. As a clear example of his ingenuity, he was unable to afford a computer while in high school, since the mainframes of the time took up entire rooms and cost far more than the modern day computer. To that end, John assembled bits and pieces from the gadgets around him, and with parts from old pinball machines and jukeboxes, he found himself with a computer that could accurately compute what day of the week a certain date would fall on. The Protectionism Delusion  By : Kadence Buchanan - Economists through years of study and practice have concluded that through free trade, based on the principal of comparative advantage, the world economy can achieve a more efficient allocation of resources and a higher level of material well-being. On the other hand, protectionism measures-barriers to free trade-lessen or eliminate gains from specialization. Trying to satisfy diverse wants, nations shift resources from efficient (low cost) to inefficient (high cost) uses. This is the reason why, instead of promoting competition, governments turn up to face monopolies that harm the economy and do not fulfill the consumers' needs. Furthermore, the costs of protectionism are hidden because trade barriers are embedded in the prices of goods. Thus, either due to misunderstandings of the gains of trade or due to political considerations, governments may impose trade barriers, with consequences such as higher prices, which can not be realized by the public at the beginning. Ivy League Education  By : Kadence Buchanan - For many parents, especially those who reside in the northeastern United States as well as other places, the pinnacle of education is found in Ivy League schools. Their cherished dream and life-long ambition is to send their sons and daughters to these schools, believing that the higher standards of education and social connections available there will likely set up their offspring for life. They are impressed no end by the Ivy League, with its connotations of academic excellence and its reputation for social elitism, and with good reason. The term Ivy League can trace its roots to 1935, but the term really gained national attention starting in 1954 with the formation of the NCAA Division I athletic conference. With the dearth of professional sports at the time, people became rabid supporters of their favorite college teams and the Ivy League schools were no exception. Today, the term Ivy League is no longer associated wholly with athletics but with educational philosophy as exhibited by the country's oldest schools. Do Contemporary Universities Suffer From A Type Of Cancer  By : Kadence Buchanan - Biologists and medical practitioners have proven through extensive scientific research and testing that every living organism renews its cells as it gradually matures. If we accept Proust's metaphor that "a nation is a huge organized accumulation of individuals," then when cultural norms change so does the nation as a whole entity. Based on this assumption, a nation, a country, or generally any type of society, can be characterized by its critics as "sick" if its constituent cells change their previous status with unknown consequences. Under this realm, the crisis contemporary universities have been experiencing must be the outcome of the detected changes in people's values, norms, priorities and ideology. Thus, as the individual cells change their role, critics have denoted a new type of "sickness" in the academic environment, a new type of "cancer," which according to scholars like Miller and Miyoshi, has to be treated adequately before it completely destroys the institutions' primary educational purpose. Like a human organism is constructed by smaller portions of matter, the contemporary university is an accumulation of students, professors, administrators and many more stakeholders, like corporations. These groups share the grounds of an institution and strive to accomplish various goals. In the past, although different views existed and dissensus was present, the unity of the overall institution was not jeopardized. Unfortunately today, due to the socioeconomic changes fostered by the capitalistic hegemony, contradictory interests have divided the various university groups threatening unity under the broad academic umbrella. But is there something wrong with corporate intervention and why has it managed to create a crisis of this magnitude? Do universities suffer from "cancer"? The Problem Of Illiteracy  By : Kadence Buchanan - In general terms, illiteracy is an inability to use language -- an inability to read, write, listen and speak. Today, it is usually taken to mean being unable to read and write at a level adequate for written communication or at a level that will allow an individual to function at certain levels of society. In the simplest of terms, illiteracy is the opposite of literacy. In some societies, the standards for what constitute literacy are different from others. For example, some cultures believe that only people with skills such as computers skills and basic numeracy may be considered literate. This takes into account the fact that there are people who can add and subtract, but can't read letters as well as people who can learn to use a computer to a limited extent but may still not be able to read text. One example is Scotland, which defines literacy as: "The ability to read and write and use numeracy, to handle information, to express ideas and opinions, to make decisions and solve problems, as family members, workers, citizens and lifelong learners." That's probably as specific as you can get in defininng what literacy is all about. The Misplaced Academic Values  By : Kadence Buchanan - Based on endless discussions upon the usefulness of University degrees, it seems obvious that undergraduate and especially graduate students around the globe constantly wonder what the outcome of their efforts will be. Since perceptions and goals differ, so does the interpretation of the word outcome, especially when the complex issue of knowledge and academic performance is evaluated. Inside the realm of a University's environment, the outcome for most students is the actual value of their academic performance, the product of their intellectual exchange. Monetary or spiritual, the discussed value is usually interpreted as a product ready to be consumed by the private or public sector after the completion of the academic effort by the subject. But, is this interpretation a misconception, or the only outcome of contemporary Universities? Are students misusing the term or have they misplaced some of the values that used to govern the intellectual world? In fact, making more money Hand reaching a desired social status are the main reasons that drive prospective students to pursue a degree. Future gains are considered to be the basic motivation that urges people to strive for superior academic performance. Moreover, the fierce competitive environment of every discipline forces the individual to identify new ways of excelling and increasing his/her bargaining power before facing an interested employer. This capitalistic notion of today's reality has forced institutions to recognize the power of monetary gains and has made the academic world a microcosm of this obvious shift in values. Under this social transformation and having to deal with these strong socioeconomic forces, Universities are challenged to survive as intellectual entities. In this altered environment, the academic changes that many scholars have identified have transformed modern Universities into corporate agents. Astronomy And Kids  By : Kadence Buchanan - During the clear night sky and as long as the city lights are not close or bright enough to interfere with your naked eye vision, it is always a good idea to grab a blanket and some candles and head to your house's roof or the nearest hill. Admiring the stars is not an exclusive activity kids are only allowed to perform, but it can be something you can share with them while introducing them to the unknown world of the universe. If your child has already looked up gazing the moon and the stars and has asked you all sort of questions regarding their characteristics, their special stories and the interpretation of their slow movements, you should invest some time during a Saturday night to take your kids to the countryside and show them the stars while they awe and wonder on how these "pins" are stuck on the dark sky and why they are not visible during the day. Introducing your child to the marvels above their heads can be a tremendously educative experience your kids will love to repeat as soon as possible. Even your back yard is an ideal place to begin the learning journey that can last a lifetime. But parents support that most of the times getting started is the hardest part of this process. Harvard University  By : Kadence Buchanan - Harvard University is the oldest and, arguably, the most prestigious university in the United States. In 2005, the Times Higher Education Supplement and the Academic Ranking of World Universities both ranked Harvard University first among the universities of the world. In addition, the US News and World Report rankings placed Harvard at the top of the list in a tie with Princeton. Moreover, with a financial endowment of $25.5 billion in 2005, Harvard is considered the wealthiest university in the United States and in the world. Located at Cambridge, Massachusetts, Harvard was founded in 1663, incorporated as "The President and Fellows of Harvard College." It was named Harvard College in 1639 after John Harvard, a young clergyman and the institution's first principal donor. John Harvard, a product of Emmanuel College in Cambridge, left in his will several hundred pounds and a few hundred books to the college, which formed the foundation of its college library collection. On record, the first known official reference to Harvard as a "university" rather than a college was in 1780 in the Massachusetts Constitution. Do Interdisciplinary Studies Promote Collaboration Between Professionals  By : Kadence Buchanan - All academic disciplines share a common and primary commitment to serving the society and working toward the ideal of education for all. Although each discipline has its own focus, the scope of collaboration and exchange existing among university students is today acknowledged by professors, organizations, and the society in general, as a prerequisite practice in a person's educational effort and as the necessary step one has to take before pursuing any type of career. Collaboration emanates from the understanding and appreciation of the roles and contributions each student brings to the overall academic experience. This article argues that the professional socialization an individual will have to demonstrate at some point in life is a direct outcome of this individual's ability to be engaged in a flourishing academic relationship with others inside or outside a class. Being able to work with a variety of people so as to attain a common goal is the first step for someone to demonstrate and advance the qualities and skills that will later be used in the development of a career. The success of a soon-to-be professional is linked with the educational and practical experiences this person receives while in school. Thus, it is rather logical for a researcher to assume that the greater the discrepancy in students' backgrounds is and the more diverse the disciplines one studies are the more productive the academic exchange will be. Contemporary interdisciplinary programs offer the advantages of both. Choosing An Online Degree Program  By : Kadence Buchanan - College degrees have long been available by correspondence but with the growth of the internet, students can now pursue college degrees online. There are hundreds of schools offering online programs for everything from Masters Degrees in Business Administration to advanced degrees in the fine arts. Because of the large number of schools offering online programs, it can be difficult to know what to look for in a quality program. There are two basic types of institutions offering online degrees: Colleges and universities with physical campuses and online-only institutions. Online-only institutions do offer single courses, but tend to focus on degree programs. Colleges and universities with physical campuses offer both complete degree programs and single courses, which are often taken by on-campus students as well as online-only students. The Battle Between Click And Brick Universities  By : Kadence Buchanan - The role of contemporary universities is currently experiencing tremendous change due to the advancements in technology. Today, it is not just a matter of sound administrative decisions made by institutions, but rather a global realization that e-learning is a dynamically growing industry. Undergraduate and graduate students demand their universities to provide them with the latest technological tools available, so as to increase their efficiency ratios, elevate the quality of their studies, and acquire the needed business skills, which will later help them find the job of their dreams. For-profit or non-profit universities, among other things, produce professionals and need to serve their academic "customers" what they desire if they mean to stay in business. But, are all postsecondary institutions supposed to offer their curriculums through e-learning and what is the outcome of these technological "services" for the academic community? According to different scholars, as the industrial economy gave its place to what is known today as the "knowledge economy," the academic world was bound to be impacted. A number of alterations in the university's form, the consistency of its faculty, the demographics of its participants, the financial resources available, along with the political and social changes that have emerged, caused higher educational institutions to reconstruct their model and redesign their identity. Continuing incorporating these changes and fostering technological innovations has become a major challenge for academic institutions; who wish to keep up with the global pace, or even lead the future course of action. Internet usage and what has come to be known as the educational model of e-learning have created the grounds upon which various stakeholders argue in favor or against the proliferation of a vast variety of technology-based educational tools. Piano Lessons For Adults  By : Gray Rollins - Most of the adult population can play enough of a musical instrument to rattle out a tune of some sort, even if it is just a TV theme or a few bars of an old classic. Furthermore, playing an instrument well is something most of us long for, but for whatever reason, we choose not to fulfill our desire. There are a range of excuses: you're too old, you've no time, you can't learn at your age. They are all just excuses, and by overcoming these unnecessary barriers, you too can take up an instrument and improve your skills beyond the very basics. The piano is known as the mother of all instruments, and is one of the most versatile and celebrated instruments in the world. Most of the worlds' favorite classical pieces have been written or adapted for the piano, and it is a necessary skill for many degree level music courses. Indeed, when it comes to teaching musical theory, there is no better instrument than the piano. It really is easy to see why it's a popular choice for those taking up a new instrument. As adults, we tend to shy away from situations outwith our comfort zone, and this is certainly the situation with taking piano lessons. From having total control over every aspect of our lives, it can feel frustrating and patronizing to take direction from another adult. However, by dedicating the time to practice, and taking heed of the instructions given, anyone of any age can learn to play the piano. Tips For Learning Spanish From Home  By : Gray Rollins - Learning Spanish is not an easy process, but with some guidance in the right direction you could be grasping the lingo within no time. As opposed to conventional Spanish lessons, learning at home is becoming a more preferable way to pick up the language with a wide range of source materials specifically designed for home tuition. By following through a progressive language program at home, you too can build up your Spanish skills in no time, and for very little outlay. As with any language, learning Spanish requires a great deal of time and effort. The less time you can devote to learning, the slower you will be to grasp new concepts and sentence structures. If you feel you can't dedicate time to learning, it's perhaps a bad idea for you to consider trying to learn at the moment. If, however, you feel you could spare around an hour a day, you will be amazed at your vocabulary by the end of a month, and within six months, you could easily be speaking fluently. How To Learn Spanish Quickly Without Moving To Spain  By : Gray Rollins - Learning Spanish is a popular pastime, as well as a serious goal for many individuals. Whether it's for use in the workplace, on vacation, or just for a challenge, learning Spanish poses many fresh obstacles and gets the brain working like the way it used to. In fact, learning in later life has been proven to help preserve mental agility and awareness, as well as being a great, rewarding way to pass the time. But for those who need to learn in a hurry, what is the most effective way to quickly pick up the language? Beyond any shadow of a doubt, the quickest way of learning a language is to move to the country concerned. But of course, not everyone wants to pack up and move to Spain. Aside from that, you have the options of teaching yourself, or paying for some professional help. If you decide to try to learn off your own back, you are more likely to take longer to get to grips with pronunciation and proper structure. Although you may have access to plenty of resources, it is significantly more useful to have a fully experienced professional point you in the right direction and monitor your performance. Education In Third World  By : Jonathon Hardcastle - With the daily challenges posed by economic difficulty and other threats, governments in developing countries are working very hard to ensure that their educational institutions continue to provide a standard of education that can make its citizens at part with the educated people in more economically sound countries. To a certain extent, these Third World countries have succeeded in their crusade for quality education. The problem is that a good education comes with a price and it is often a price that many people in Third World countries are not able to pay. So, although quality education is available, it is still unreachable for a large segment of a developing country’s population. Certainly, it is impressive to see that developing countries have educational institutions that are world-class and which offer education that can rival that provided by wealthier nations around the world. There is a clear recognition of the role that education plays in overcoming hardship and poverty. However elusive it may be, a good education is still viewed as the best way to a better life. Do Kids Have Too Much Homework  By : Jonathon Hardcastle - In the late 90s, feature stories began appearing in the national media about children and parents who were so overwhelmed by the amount of homework that it was destroying their family life and causing psychological damage. The evidence presented in these stories was often anecdotal, profiling just one or two families. However, the articles were published in enough respected publications that they sparked a national debate on whether children have too much homework. Schools scrambled to create homework policies, parents held protests, and children began to receive sharply mixed messages on the value of homework. In all the fuss, people never realized that the information contained the articles simply wasn't true. In 2003, the Brown Center on Educational Policy at the prestigious Brookings Institution released a report that shattered the perception that American students are staggering under an unreasonable load of homework. In fact, they found just the opposite: American students probably don't spend enough time on homework. Gathering data from a number of studies that had been performed in the late 90s, the Brown Center drew four startling conclusions. Is Your Child Ready For Preschool  By : Jonathon Hardcastle - Parents know that children do not always follow the experts when it comes to physical and intellectual development. As the closest observers of their individual child's temperament and abilities, parents are the best judges on whether a child is ready for an academic preschool program. An academic preschool program differs from a daycare program in that it focuses on early learning skills, pre-reading readiness and linguistic development. While there is time for free play, preschool is a learning rather than care giving environment. In past times, preschool programs were designed for children who stayed home with a parent. Children attended preschool two or three mornings a week, spending the rest of the time at home. Today, because so many parents work, preschools have been restructured to full-day programs. Can People Learn How To Lead Via Computer Simulations  By : Jonathon Hardcastle - Frequently the successes and failures of social organizations, like states, corporations, clubs, army troops, teams, etc., are associated to a great extent to the leadership abilities of their constituents. In every small or large, formal or informal, social organization leadership consists one of the most significant parameters, which determines the organization's cultural values, its operation and its development. For several centuries this topic has been of major concern in a substantial number of social sciences among which are history, sociology, psychology, political science and philosophy. There is a statement saying that "within a team everyone leads!" This practically means that in the end no one leads. Our typical reaction to such statements is to conclude that leadership, itself, must therefore be absent. That response is not only overly simplistic, it is also false. Leadership, to be present, must not be monolithic. It can be shared. Since it can be shared, there is no law of nature that says that it cannot be universally shared. The issue of whether it is more effective when residing in the hands of one, few, or many, has been debated since the days of ancient civilizations. Education In Developing Countries  By : Jonathon Hardcastle - How do developing countries handle education amid the more pressing everyday challenges imposed by economic pressures and threats to security, law and order? Certainly, there are more serious problems to face, but it is significant to note that education is not forgotten. For many, it is still the best way to overcome hardship and poverty. However elusive, it is still considered the key to a better life. Picking Out the Best Nursing School  By : John Morris The health care profession has certainly grown throughout recent years from pharmacists to doctors and especially nurses wherein the demand in the United States has been steadily increasing. Various nursing schools, which can be found in the country, will be able to provide nursing aspirants with the proper training as well as nursing degrees which will play a critical role in the country's health care system. Chef Training: Your Ticket To Endless Possibilities  By : John Morris Let's face it: cooking is not an easy thing. But then, it is not that complicated either. With the right stuff and the right training, you can head off boasting like a chef that knows its craft. Hence, whenever somebody has taken good cooking knowledge and skills, we would normally call them chefs. They are, in reality, what the king is to his throne. This means that the chefs are considered to be the highest class of cook with utmost ability and proficiency. All of these things are not easily achieved. Before they can be acclaimed as chefs, they have to undergo first a rigid and thorough chef training. There are lots of skills to be learned and lots of things to be known in a chef training. Probably, this is the reason why people have high regard on them because of all the trouble they went through. Your Guide To Top Nursing Schools  By : John Morris So, you want to go to one of the top nursing schools, take up nursing and be a well paid and steady employed nurse years from now? To achieve this and more, you have to scout for the top nursing schools that could give you the best level of education. You go here and there to look for top nursing degree programs such as Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Registered Nurse (RN), Bachelor nursing programs, Masters nursing degree programs, nursing license and other specialty nursing areas like that of the certified nurse midwife programs. Put an end to that search... All over the world, University of Phoenix, Walden University, Sanford-Brown College, and Bethel University are the most well known and top nursing schools. Art Schools, the Artist's Choice!  By : John Morris Is Art School necessary to be a good artist? Being creative or artistic is truly a gift, a talent. But as with any talent, it needs to be tempered, honed, and optimized. Without proper training, one might never achieve the potential he or she was born with. And to help you hone your talents, you will need a good Art school! Any educational institution that offers training in the arts may be called an art school. Guide to Choosing A Fashion Design School  By : John Morris A successful future in the fashion design industry depends on right choice of school to attend. Although fashion design is not one of the more popular careers to pursue, if your talents lie in this field, there is ample opportunity awaiting you. However, the first thing to hurdle is your choice of school. When choosing a fashion design school, consider the following factors. Guide To Choosing The Right Flight School  By : John Morris Flying an aircraft is the most exhilarating activity man could ever learn, and where height is the ultimate challenge. It takes both skills and dogged determination so as to obtain a career in navigating an aircraft. Determination is an innate quality that pilots must possess in order to endure the rigid training of flight operations. On the other hand, skills are being learned in a flight school. That is why, it is important for a pilot wannabe to get the best flight school available so as to acquire the necessary skills needed in order to pilot an aircraft. In this manner, it can be assumed that the skill of a pilot will be entirely dependent on the type of flight school he or she has enrolled in. It can be considered that all flight schools teach the same basic procedure in navigating an aircraft but the kind of approach they use in disseminating the information varies. Success With The Online Business Degree Program  By : Andy West As many have found, an online business degree program is a fantastic option for the working adult. Whether opting to begin a whole new career or further an established occupation, this simple and uncomplicated type of learning allows individuals to easily reach their goal. With online learning, there are no worries about fitting a rigid schedule into an already busy life. Online and distance learning has become one of the greatest benefits of the internet. It can not only connect one to great distances in a single click of a mouse, internet access is widely available in a number of locations. This can put the best of education in any home or office at any time of the day or night. Breaking Into The Video Game Design Field  By : Andy West If you’re a dedicated gamer, you’ve probably said more than once, “I should go into video game design, I could make stuff even cooler than this!” In fact, there is currently a great demand for individuals in the video game industry, but not everyone who loves to play games can successfully design them. There is a big gap between knowing what makes a great game and being able to actually design a game that fits those criteria. The current demand for video game design experts is why more colleges than ever are offering courses in computer game design and computer animation studies under various titles. The best courses offer a degree that thoroughly covers everything from the basics of computer animation to game script development. Technology Degree May Guarantee You A Job  By : Andy West A technology degree is a course of study that readies you for a career that involves information. This sort of degree can be very flexible, as it can prepare you to enter a number of fields, including design, healthcare, business, computing, engineering, or telecommunications. Unlike a Bachelor of Science degree, which also prepares you to enter these fields in many cases, a technology background often gives you hands-on experience and practical skills as well as an intellectual understanding of your field. To make this educational option even more flexible, there is more than one technology degree to choose from. An associate’s degree of certification, for example, can allow you to enter an information technology career in less than two years, in many cases. A bachelor’s degree in system design, communications technology, or web development, to name just a few can give you a great career as a manager, engineer, or designer. An MBA or technology degree combined with a business focus can allow you take on plum management jobs. A doctorate in technology can allow you to pursue an academic teaching career or can prepare you for an upper-level position that involves creating systems. A Computer Science Degree Is Not Just For Geeks Anymore  By : Andy West Years ago, a computer science degree was seen as something that attracted mainly math and computer nerds. The stereotype may not have been fair, but it looks as though the computer science students have the last laugh in any event. Today, courses and programs of study in computers offer not only excellent job opportunities, but also some very creative courses as well. Thanks to the fact that computers have evolved so rapidly and are now being used in every field, graduates of these computer programs have a cachet and coolness factor that simply did not exist before. A computer science degree, at its simplest, is any degree that studies computers and their systems in depth. Students in the computer sciences study subjects such as algorithms, programming languages, computer hardware, software, program design, and other subjects. Of course, degrees vary widely. Some students focus on theoretical or mathematical work, while others focus on studies that will allow them to build practical systems and software programs for businesses. Diverse Opportunities With A Computer Animation Degree  By : Andy West If you’re considering a computer animation degree and have been discouraged by people telling you that there isn’t much opportunity in this field, don’t believe it. Computer animation is actually a field that covers an incredible amount of territory and is currently in need of qualified, talented people. What surprises many people is the diversity of opportunities for individuals with a computer animation degree. The first and most obvious opportunity (and the one that usually generates someone’s initial interest) is computer animated films such a cartoons and feature length movies. A generation ago these weren’t even dreams, but today some of the greatest money making films of all time have been computer animated. Studios like Pixar and Industrial Light and Sound are staffed by computer animators who design their films from conception to final cut. Deciding To Go To Chef School  By : Andy West If you enjoy cooking and want a job that doesn't seem so much like work, perhaps a chef school can give you the skills and experience you need to cook in top notch restaurants around the country or even the world. Every restaurant has several cooks on staff, but the curriculum at a chef school will elevate you and your paycheck well beyond the level of any common short-order cook. Also, a quality chef school can prepare you for a number of prestigious positions in the food service industry. Many chef school campuses also teach the business side of the culinary arts. Many graduates of chef school go on to own their own restaurant, which gives them the freedom to prepare whatever cuisine they desire. It can also allow you to go into food service management with an intimate knowledge of food preparation that will make you very marketable to employers. Culinary Training Isn't A Cakewalk  By : Andy West A career as a chef can be fulfilling and challenging, and if you have a passion for food culinary training may be a perfect fit. However, it isn't easy. Anyone who has attended a culinary institute can tell you that the education you receive goes far beyond simply learning how to throw together a few meals. In fact, you learn much more than just cooking. Being a successful chef also involves being able to manage your kitchen properly, work well with your staff and understand nutrition, food purchasing and plenty of other things that go beyond the stove or oven. Culinary training can be an eye-opening experience for many students as they prepare for their career in the food and restaurant industry. Open New Doors With A Computer Animation Degree  By : Andy West Over the past few years, we have witnessed a surprising jump in the video game industry. When a new game system is released there are people in line for days, willing to pay a sizeable amount of money for the newest system. The reason for this craze is that the people making the games are breaking new barriers each and every day. If you have a computer animation degree, then you can also be a part of this amazing journey. We have come a long way from the one-dimensional video games of the 1980's. In twenty years, we have gone from ball and paddle games to completely realistic games that encompass the entire body and mind. You are now able to use your controller as a steering wheel, a baseball bat or a hockey stick and have the situation play itself out accurately in front of your eyes. Start A Career In Video Game Design  By : Andy West If you are thinking of what to do for a career and you have an interest in animation, then you should consider video game design. This is an industry that is booming at an incredible rate and shows no signs of slowing down. In the past twenty years, there have been incredible advances in the video game design industry and you could be a part of it. In only a few decades, there have been barriers broken that could never have been dreamed of in the past. Video games are so realistic now that you feel as though you are actually in the game. You can play a racing game and feel as though you are in the Indy 500 or play a war game and get a good glimpse into what World War Two was really like. The possibilities are endless but people are needed to come up with these ideas and innovations. A Technology Degree Offers Endless Opportunities  By : Andy West Every minute of every day some new form of technology is being invented. Technology is popping up all over the place and it does not seem to be slowing down anytime soon. Every year companies try to out do each other by coming up with the biggest and best product and knock their competitors out of the water. Now, if you buy a computer, IPod or any other electronic device, it is practically out of date before you even walk out the door of the store because a new company came up with a better idea. This is why the career field of computers and technology continues to grow making room for individuals with a technology degree. When the IPod was first marketed, people all over the world rushed out to the nearest electronic store to purchase the latest technological craze. As soon as they took that product home and got used to the features, Apple was pushing out a new product, the IPod Nano. This IPod was smaller than the first and had more memory, making it more portable and easier to use. Similar to Apple, video game companies are coming out with new game systems and games before customers are used to the one they already have. With the high turn around of computer games and electronic devices, the need for experts with a technology degree continues to grow. That makes the technology career field one of the fastest growing career fields today. Why You Should Choose To Earn A Health Care Degree Online  By : Andy West Earning your health care degree online can help provide you with a better education and a more complete set of skills than traditional classroom settings provide. Many people want to help others and choose a career in health care for a personally fulfilling line of work. Acquiring a health care degree online may allow individuals to aim for better positions in the work force and provide room for growth to higher salaries. Choice and Quality of Programs Online Business Administration Degrees Increasingly Popular  By : Andy West A few decades ago online business degrees were virtually unheard of. Today they are very much in demand for those wanting to fast track their careers. The primary reason that online business degree administration courses are so popular is because they are, quite simply, practical. Many people seeking a degree in this area are currently working and can't afford the time off or loss of income to attend more traditional college classes. With online business administration degrees you can also be advancing your career in two ways at the same time by working your way forward at work and getting a degree that your employer will appreciate at the same time. Choosing The Right Online Business Degree Program  By : Andy West You know you want to enter the fast-paced world of business, so you've decided to enroll in an online business degree program. It's certainly a step in the right direction, but if you haven't checked out the various online programs available lately, you may be surprised by the many choices now available. It's certainly a good thing to have so many choices, but it can also be daunting. The reason so many cyber-schools are now offering a variety of different degrees in their online business degree programs is because there is so much diversity not only in what companies are looking for, but in they type of students that are enrolling in the programs. Businesses are becoming more and more complex, and more specialized every year and colleges and universities are meeting the need by developing specialized programs that address the needs of particular business models and types of industries. 5 Advantages Of Getting Your Health Care Degree Online  By : Andy West Ten years ago, who would have thought you could get an education without attending classes? The Internet has made wonderful things possible, though, among them the ability to get your health care degree online. An online education carries with it a unique set of advantages, including: You can continue working while you go to school. Realistically, you don’t have to actually "go" anywhere. You can keep working the same job with the same hours, because taking online classes gives you the flexibility to plan your education around your job, rather than the other way around. Online Business Administration Degree May Be The Ticket To Promotion  By : Andy West A high school degree and associate's degree can only get you so far in a career. Many people are stuck in the same job for years without the possibility of promotion because they do not have an advanced degree. More and more professionals are going back to school to expand their education not just because they have a goal of obtaining a higher degree, but also because in order to advance in their current position or receive higher pay, a bachelors degree is what they need. This is why an online business administration degree may be the best way to receive that promotion. Numerous colleges and universities across the nation offer degree programs in business administration. Choosing the right one can be an intimidating and daunting task. For those individuals who are already in the workforce or need to work while going to school, and online business administration degree is the best option. An online degree program offers flexibility and offers students the comfort of completing tasks from the comfort of their own home. Online programs are offered nationwide so it is easy to find a program that will fit best. This is an added bonus for individuals who do not live in a close proximity to a college or university. Online programs offer numerous options to students who might not otherwise be able to purse a degree. The Pros And Cons Of An Online Business Degree Program  By : Andy West After struggling through five years of college, I proudly graduated with not only my B.A. degree, but also a 20/20 hindsight reflection as to what was successful for me and what was distracting. Not surprisingly, the distractions also happened to be some of my favorite things about the college years. Living in the sorority house, staying out too late, the fact that work interfered with my class schedule, and just an overall struggle with balancing my daily academic responsibilities with what I really wanted to spend my time doing. What I have concluded now that all is said and done? I should have switched from my traditional college setting to an online business degree program. My personality and lifestyle, like many others, respond much more positively to online independent study and there are quite a few reasons as to why.

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