Chemistry Education Problems

Chemistry Education ProblemsChemistry education, if you would look at it closely, has problems and deficiencies. The most important one is that the material is very infrequently presented to students in the form of 'solutions examples'. This type of material is only found in the syllabus and/or textbook for a small number of classes. It is so infrequently used, that no one even remembers how to read it, much less use it.Solutions examples, for the most part, are very boring, because they just give an outline of the lessons in some class. Most of these examples are so boring, that students would often just skim through them without even trying to understand what the professor is trying to teach them. But there are some examples that are very popular among students, because they provide real-life examples, which make it much easier for them to understand the subject.Such examples make it easier for students to relate to the chemistry class as a real life experience. It is a very easy w ay to make the lessons more fun, which is the principal goal of any chemistry class.One of the solutions examples, which students like the best, is the kit. You see, when you take a chemistry kit, you are given a little booklet containing all the information you need to learn everything about chemistry, as well as a guide to help you do experiments and get answers.The Kit allows you to take home the materials you need, and it is a lot less stressful to get them. It gives you a starting point to build your own experiments, since you can use the contents of the kit to build upon. You don't have to worry about getting the right materials, since you already have everything you need to learn from the contents of the book.Another solution examples are the experiments. These are a lot more exciting, because they are a chance to experiment with chemistry as well as do real experiments. They are the perfect things to encourage students to keep learning.When students get an opportunity to rea lly use their chemistry knowledge in the real life experience, they tend to stay on and do experiments with it. And you can be sure that they will remember those lessons. You can improve your own Chemistry education, by using the solutions examples available on the internet, to remind students of the lessons they need to learn.

Pay Back - Phrasal Verb of the Day

Pay Back - Phrasal Verb of the Day Todays phrasal verb of the day is: Pay BackInfinitive form: Pay BackPresent Tense: Pay Back/ Pays Backing form: Paying BackPast tense: Paid BackPast Participle: Paid BackPay Back is an inseparable English phrasal verb. It can be used in two different ways:When you give back the money that you owe from someone1. Can you pay me back the $1,000 you owe? I need to it to pay someone back as well.2. If you let her borrow some money from you, you might as well consider it a charity since she never pays back. Believe me, I learn from experience; she never paid me back once.When you do something back to people because of what they did to you whether directly or indirectly1.  James planted a bomb at Jakes house to pay him back for ruining his life through social media.2. Susan slipped on a banana peel in her workplace. She wants the janitor to pay her back and it just so happened that she is the boss, so she fired the janitor.iframe width=560 height=315 src=//www.youtube.com/embed/vpV9eIXbVlU ?rel=0 frameborder=0 allowfullscreen/iframeExercises: Write your answers in comments and we will correct them.I have a problem. Theres a man in my office with a gun who says that hes going to kill me if we dont ___ him ___.How much do they owe Porter (Mel Gibson)?What will Porter do if he doesnt get paid back?How much is the mans (white) suit worth? (Provide an estimate)Fill in the gaps from the video above:Complete the sentences below with the correct form of Pay Back.1. Ill lend you some money, as long as you promise to ___ me ___ on the day you said you will.2. Its a good thing that the Smiths didnt make us ____ them ____ for breaking their window.3. Dad got ___ ____ today. Now, it would be a great time to ask him for our allowance.4. Can you at least ____ me ____ half of what you owe? If not, Ill make you ____ ____ in some other way!5. Tess is a vengeful woman and wants her ex husband to ____ her ____ for cheating on her.Change the example sentences above to negative sentences ( or positive, at if the sentence is already negative). Then change them to questions.

In the Spirit of Staying Positive Election Humor and 9 Common Phrases

In the Spirit of Staying Positive Election Humor and 9 Common Phrases It has only been a few days since The Donald became President-elect Trump.  (We dont have to call him President Trump just yet!)  Maybe you were shocked and horrified, like me.  Maybe you were one of the people who knew it would happen.  Maybe youre celebrating.  The scary thing is that since Tuesday night, there seems to be  even more arguing, name-calling and hate between the right and left  sides than during the campaign.  Dont worry, the point of this post is not to shine the light on the hate, its to cheer ourselves up while learning some common English phrases.  Today well get to know  the following phrases:in the spirit of: with the  intention ofhitch a ride: get a ride from someone (informal)rise above: not allow something unpleasant to influence youreach out to: make an effort to communicate with or help someonelive up to: fulfilla thing or two: refers to useful information that can be learned (informal)have a ways to go: have a lot of work to doa little push: some en couragementgive up hope: stop believing something is possibleI think its obvious from this post that Ive been cheering myself up during the election by watching The Daily Show.  This time, Jordan Klepper interviews both Trump and Hillary supporters to see if they can think of anything nice to say about  each other.  This video was taken before the results came, but it continues to be relevant between those who are #stillwithher and those who are happy America will be great again.  Fill in the blanks with the correct phrase in the comments section below.  Remember to conjugate the verbs!This has been a divisive nightmare of an election, but _____________ moving forward, at one of the debates the candidates themselves took an opportunity to say one positive thing about each other.I ____________ to a Trump rally to see if his supporters were also ready to _________ the anger and __________ the other side.I headed to a Hillary rally.  Surely her supporters would ________ their slog an of stronger together, and teach those hateful Trump voters ___________ about kindness.So, both camps  _____________.  Maybe they just needed ___________.Then, just when I __________, I finally heard it-that one positive thing.Doesnt it help to laugh?  Ok, so now that youve read the definitions and listened to examples, fill in the blanks below with the correct phrase.  Dont forget to leave your answers in the comments section!He needs to learn ___________ about respecting people.Hopefully Trump will not ________ his reputation._____________ being honest, I told her that her haircut looks bad.I havent talked to my grandmother in months, so I will __________ her today.I didnt have money for the bus, so I ____________ home.After the election, we must remember not to __________.My English is really improving, but I still _____________.  I should book a class with LOI!When he was bullied, he _________ the urge to fight back.Im a bit lazy with practicing my English, so sometimes I need ___________.  Thats why I booked a class with an amazing LOI instructor.Want to learn more?  Check out this extremely helpful post from one of our instructors, Peter: The Ultimate Guide to English Idiomatic Expressions

THIS KUMON STUDENT HAS A BLACK BELT IN TAEKWONDO AND APPLIES SELF-LEARNING IN HER EVERY DAY ROUTINE

THIS KUMON STUDENT HAS A BLACK BELT IN TAEKWONDO AND APPLIES SELF-LEARNING IN HER EVERY DAY ROUTINE THIS KUMON STUDENT HAS A BLACK BELT IN TAEKWONDO AND APPLIES SELF-LEARNING IN HER EVERY DAY ROUTINE Repetition. This is just one similarity between Kumon and Taekwondo.  In order to  master a new skill, it takes practice and repetition. At just  11  years old, Sriya understands the power of repetition.   She has a black belt in Taekwondo and is currently studying  2-years above her grade level in Kumon. There’s an essence of confidence surrounding Sriya that will help her overcome any obstacle as she works towards her future goal of becoming a pediatrician.     Sriya has experienced many academic accomplishments to compliment that black belt in Taekwondo. She’s received the President Award for Educational Excellence, placed 3rd  in an  American Mathematics Competition  against students older than her,  and is currently taking college courses.  In her spare time, she also volunteers  for  the  Alzheimers Association  Community Walk?to End?Alzheimers, 2018.   Because of her accomplishments both in-and-out of the classroom, Sriya was one of 56 Kumon Students from the United States, Canada and Mexico to attend the  2018 Kumon Student Conference.     She shares  how Kumon has helped her on her journey.   What’s the biggest benefit you’ve received from Kumon?   The biggest benefit I’ve received from Kumon is self-learning. In a situation where I don’t have a teacher or don’t know the answer to a question, self-learning is key. This will even help me later in life in my career.       What do you hope to accomplish from Kumon?   I want to be a  doctor,  so I want to use my Kumon skills like self-learning and my math  ability  to help me achieve my goals.     How has Kumon helped you in the classroom?   It has helped me a lot! In fact, I am advanced compared to my classmates. I am also currently taking college courses. Kumon has given me that basis of self-learning and skills which has helped me with those courses.       Sriya shakes hands with Kumon North America President Mino Tanabe How has Kumon helped you beyond academics??   Kumon has  taught  me to see repetition as a helping hand rather than a barrier. I know that each individual worksheet I work on is encouraging me to master my skills. This benefits me beyond academics, like in Taekwondo, tennis and swimming. I can see how repetition assists me to master everything I do. For example, when I practice skills in Taekwondo,  I  have to  do them repeatedly, that way I am sharp with those techniques. Every time I swing my  tennis racket across my shoulder, I am building skills.       What did it mean to you to be invited to the 2018 Kumon Student  Conference??   I loved meeting other people that shared the same mindset. I loved the speeches and seeing the brain power of my peers and how they work and realize the importance of education. If we all work together as a group, we can change the world with our education.     What advice do you have for other Kumon Students? The goal is to never give up!     Discover even more student success stories. You might also be interested in: This Future Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Applies Discipline and Repetition In-and-Out of the Classroom Accomplished Pianist Applies Focus and Discipline in Her Everyday Routine This Black Belt in Karate is Driven by Perseverance This Student Learned the Power of a Routine with Kumon THIS KUMON STUDENT HAS A BLACK BELT IN TAEKWONDO AND APPLIES SELF-LEARNING IN HER EVERY DAY ROUTINE THIS KUMON STUDENT HAS A BLACK BELT IN TAEKWONDO AND APPLIES SELF-LEARNING IN HER EVERY DAY ROUTINE Repetition. This is just one similarity between Kumon and Taekwondo.  In order to  master a new skill, it takes practice and repetition. At just  11  years old, Sriya understands the power of repetition.   She has a black belt in Taekwondo and is currently studying  2-years above her grade level in Kumon. There’s an essence of confidence surrounding Sriya that will help her overcome any obstacle as she works towards her future goal of becoming a pediatrician.     Sriya has experienced many academic accomplishments to compliment that black belt in Taekwondo. She’s received the President Award for Educational Excellence, placed 3rd  in an  American Mathematics Competition  against students older than her,  and is currently taking college courses.  In her spare time, she also volunteers  for  the  Alzheimers Association  Community Walk?to End?Alzheimers, 2018.   Because of her accomplishments both in-and-out of the classroom, Sriya was one of 56 Kumon Students from the United States, Canada and Mexico to attend the  2018 Kumon Student Conference.     She shares  how Kumon has helped her on her journey.   What’s the biggest benefit you’ve received from Kumon?   The biggest benefit I’ve received from Kumon is self-learning. In a situation where I don’t have a teacher or don’t know the answer to a question, self-learning is key. This will even help me later in life in my career.       What do you hope to accomplish from Kumon?   I want to be a  doctor,  so I want to use my Kumon skills like self-learning and my math  ability  to help me achieve my goals.     How has Kumon helped you in the classroom?   It has helped me a lot! In fact, I am advanced compared to my classmates. I am also currently taking college courses. Kumon has given me that basis of self-learning and skills which has helped me with those courses.       Sriya shakes hands with Kumon North America President Mino Tanabe How has Kumon helped you beyond academics??   Kumon has  taught  me to see repetition as a helping hand rather than a barrier. I know that each individual worksheet I work on is encouraging me to master my skills. This benefits me beyond academics, like in Taekwondo, tennis and swimming. I can see how repetition assists me to master everything I do. For example, when I practice skills in Taekwondo,  I  have to  do them repeatedly, that way I am sharp with those techniques. Every time I swing my  tennis racket across my shoulder, I am building skills.       What did it mean to you to be invited to the 2018 Kumon Student  Conference??   I loved meeting other people that shared the same mindset. I loved the speeches and seeing the brain power of my peers and how they work and realize the importance of education. If we all work together as a group, we can change the world with our education.     What advice do you have for other Kumon Students? The goal is to never give up!     Discover even more student success stories. You might also be interested in: This Future Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Applies Discipline and Repetition In-and-Out of the Classroom Accomplished Pianist Applies Focus and Discipline in Her Everyday Routine This Black Belt in Karate is Driven by Perseverance This Student Learned the Power of a Routine with Kumon

Why its Not too Late to Get a Tutor for Finals

Why its Not too Late to Get a Tutor for Finals Why its Not too Late to Get a Tutor for Finals Why its Not too Late to Get a Tutor for Finals The majority of students have finals coming up at the end of January. Its easy to think that if a student is continuously receiving grades lower than their potential, that it might be too late to get a tutor this term and its better just to start fresh in the spring. However, there are several reasons why getting a private Orange County tutor, even last minute, can add greatly to a students academic success. 1. Final grades are written on paper Although interim grades (that test or quiz grade or that term paper) cannot be changed, the final grade is the one that will be written on paper and lasts forever. For students in their sophomore through senior year of high school, this can be an essential part of being accepted to a university. Final grades can still mean a lot for younger students. If students start to get used to the idea of feeling they cant come back from a failure at a young age, they will probably take this theory into adulthood as well. Although an A+ may no longer be possible, an A- is still better than a B+ and a B- is still better than a C+. It’s important to remember that those final grades will stay with students on paper indefinitely (READ: How to Get an A Before the End of the Term). 2. Perseverance When students learn to persevere through a difficult situation, such as surviving through a semester at school, they learned a valuable life lesson that can help them all the way through their student experience. Although grades are extremely important, theres more to education. If a student works with a tutor last minute they may be able to learn difficult concepts covered in the first half of the year that they will need for the second. Its hard to get a fresh start in February if a student is totally confused about topics in December. At this point, students may be too frustrated to persevere alone and may need the help of a supplemental educator. 3. Teamwork When students work as a team, they learn valuable skills that they may not be able to learn on their own. If theyre working with a tutor during finals week, they may begin to understand that good study habits are paramount to academic success and that organizational skills are key to keeping stress at low levels. Although students working with a tutor last minute will not see the same results of students who work with tutors year round, they may learn enough to still be successful this term and next. As adults in the workplace we work as partners or in a team all the time, so theres no reason why younger students shouldn’t be able to develop the same teamwork at this point in life. 4. Learning good habits Students who work with a tutor during finals will also learn valuable educational skills such as organization, breaking up tasks, recognizing fatigue, creating a study guide, learning new material, and applying this material to what they already know. Some children will be able to develop these skills simply from being in the classroom, but today’s high expectations and strict testing standards dictate that many students will benefit from extra help. The good habits introduced by a private tutor can help students understand what they, as individuals need to do to prosper when they start their new term in February (READ: Tips From an Irvine Private Tutor: Avoiding Stress During Finals Week). 5. Finish the year strong Students may have been putting off getting a tutor for any number of reasons. However, its not too late to prosper on finals and finish the year strong. Students will have learned a lot from their successes and failures during the first half of the school year and will be able to tell their tutors whats working and whats not. That still leaves four to five months that students can work on good academic habits so they can ace their tests in the spring and complete the year with an excellent academic record. Finals will be here before you know it! Book your private San Diego, Orange County, Irvine tutor from TutorNerds today. Call us for more details. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

#BringBackOurGirls Awareness Rally At UAlbany

#BringBackOurGirls Awareness Rally At UAlbany Students raising demanding the kidnapped girls to be found. May 5, 2014, University at Albany’s African Student Association and Sankofa Africa, came together, along with other multicultural organizations, such as Pan Caribbean Association, and Fuerza Latina, to raise awareness on the UAlbany campus about the 234 girls were abducted from their boarding school in Chibok in Nigeria on April 15th.  Most of them are  between the ages of 16 and 18. It is known that they were abducted by the terrorist group Boko Haram, and it is believed that the girls are being sold as wives, and are now involved in  human traficking. Even though it was mid school day and students were in class, there was a major turn out. Participating students walked around chanting  â€œBRING  BACK OUR GIRLS! BRING BACK OUR GIRLS!”  both outside on the academic podium, and inside the lecture centers, making sure their voices were heard. However, it was very disheartening to be stopped by individuals who asked “What is this for?” As Krystyna Jones of Pan Caribbean Association says, “No one should ask ‘What is this for?’” Kudos to the organizations involved in raising awareness. Please spread the message about this, and go and find out about it! You can sign this  petition to the Nigerian President  or this  one to the White House.

October 22nd is National Nut Day

October 22nd is National  Nut  Day Today, October 22nd is National  Nut  day. It is a food holiday that celebrates a healthy and nutritious snack. And how is this related to education you might ask? Well simply put they are good for your brain and learning. Nuts can improve concentration and cognition skills and even prevent neurological disorders. A study shows, that regular intake of nuts over several years results in sharper memory and slows down mental decline. Nuts are full of important nutrients such as healthy fats, antioxidants, and vitamin E, all of which are good for brain health. Walnuts are particularly good for learning and memory functions. They have a very high concentration of DHA â€" a type of omega-3 fatty acid. DHA is one of the best fuels of your brain. In short, on October 22nd we go nuts for brain health.