Gail Ring

Joined November 2022

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I'm of German/Irish descent and very interested in how these nations have influenced life and the people in the U.S. I'm a GED graduate writing also about education and its challenges.

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Cansego Prepares For The Canadian CAEC Exam
I'm a proud GED graduate myself, and a few weeks ago, I heard that the GED test was discontinued in Canada, where it was only available in a paper-based version.
By Gail Ringabout a year ago in Education
Tips on Teaching Your Child to Read
In order to teach your child to read, you need to keep a few things and concepts in mind. You will have to imply them so that the information does not become too overwhelming for the child.
By Gail Ring2 years ago in Education
Tips to keep your child reading during the summer
Summer is here, and children are already moping around and whining about nothing to do. Parents are scrambling to fill the void left by closed classroom doors. Of course, closed doors don't necessarily mean closed books.
By Gail Ring2 years ago in Education
Powerful Irish-Americans
There are quite a few high-profile Americans with Irish roots. Check out this list of influential and powerful individuals who take pride in their
By Gail Ring2 years ago in Education
Super Teachers - The Parents
Parents are enjoying a revival of respect from authorities as significant contributors to their children’s learning. For many years, several parents suffered from low self-esteem and a lack of confidence in their ability to teach their children. But the fact of the matter is that when we talk about Super Teachers - the parents often come first!
By Gail Ring2 years ago in Education
If You Think Education is Expensive - Try Ignorance
‘If you think education is expensive - try ignorance’ ~ Derek Bok It’s not just enough to go to school anymore. You have to go to school and do well. We must change the way we educate our children. If study habits after school aren’t taught at an early age, they will not simply ‘materialize’ once your child gets older. They might actually get worse.
By Gail Ring2 years ago in Education
The First Germans Arriving In America
As you know, I'm half Irish, half German. I love writing posts about how these countries influenced America and the way we live here. Today, let's take a closer look at the first Germans that came to America.
By Gail Ring3 years ago in Education
Things To Avoid When Writing
I came across another (as usual) great post from a copy blogger about headline writing. I have to say this is an area where I have problems starting in both my posts and my articles. Mine always seem boring. A piece of advice I got recently was to write your headlines like a ‘thriller writer’.
By Gail Ring3 years ago in Education
German Food in America
American food is heavily influenced by the Germans, though this influence is largely hidden because it has been around for such a long time. The most reliable accounts state that around 25 percent of the American population is in some way of German descent.
By Gail Ring3 years ago in Education
Irish Culture Quiz
Irish Culture Quiz Are you seeing Irish folks over this summer? Are they bragging about their Irish Blood, their heritage? Here's a chance to put their knowledge to the test. In the second part, you'll find all the answers. Happy Holidays!
By Gail Ring3 years ago in Education
Onsego helps people get ahead in life
Some people get their GED and continue to have brilliant careers, such as Professor Carol Swain (Vanderbilt University). In the video, she talks about the remarkable journey that took her from a teenage mother and high school dropout to a university professor.
By Gail Ring3 years ago in Education
German Influence and American Culture
By the mid-18th century, quite a few German immigrants were occupying central places and positions in American life and society. In those days, German immigrants were accounting for around 35 percent of the entire population of the colonies in the New World.
By Gail Ring3 years ago in Education

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Cansego Prepares For The Canadian CAEC Exam

Tips on Teaching Your Child to Read

Tips to keep your child reading during the summer

Powerful Irish-Americans

Super Teachers - The Parents

If You Think Education is Expensive - Try Ignorance

The First Germans Arriving In America

Things To Avoid When Writing

German Food in America

Irish Culture Quiz

Onsego helps people get ahead in life

German Influence and American Culture

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