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5 Questions to Ask a Language Tutor To Determine If They're The Right One For You
If you are going to be investing time and money in regular one-to-one tuition, it’s important that you choose your teacher wisely. After all, you may soon be spending more time with them than you do with some of your closest friends.
By Claire Amy Handscombe6 years ago in Education
Why I Chose to Attend a Small University
One of the most stressful decisions in my life was choosing a college. It was around the end of my junior year that I was constantly asked what college I was attending (or thinking about attending) and what I planned on studying. For a period of time, I had my sights set on the University of Michigan, mostly because my dad and older sister went there. It wasn’t until I started touring more campuses and researched more colleges that I realized what I was looking for in a college.
By Veronica Macrae6 years ago in Education
Teaching Abroad in France
It was a little brown envelope stamped from l’Académie de Bordeaux that beckoned me abroad to France, where I was invited to teach for nine months. It arrived in Spring. I had just written my last final at Concordia University and was unsure of how to get started in the world as a graduate of Creative Writing, so I looked into teaching abroad. I was bilingual, France was looking for teachers, the choice seemed easy.
By Liam McKinnon6 years ago in Education
Guide to Construction Management Distance Learning
Construction Management distance learning is a key role within the construction industry. It is a discipline of project management that requires great attention to detail, confidence and a strong talent for leadership duties. For people starting out in construction, it is a shared goal of many to become a Chartered Member of the CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building). This is an excellent accreditation and looks impressive on any CV. With many different sectors of construction builds, it’s important to sustain a well-rounded knowledge of any potential needs for a project. Being under the umbrella of project management, a construction manager needs to ascertain discipline and initiative. Many choose to become a construction manager through live online courses, whereas others prefer to work their way through the ranks of a construction firm. Needless to say, online courses are an excellent way to fast-track your career in construction without NVQ, degree or apprenticeship qualifications.
By Harshi2020 Nanayakkara6 years ago in Education
7 Must-Have Features Of The Student Accommodations
All the students across the globe are about to enjoy their summer breaks and all the student housing landlords, as well as agents, are now going to welcome the new batch of the students who will come back to them in September. A lot of organizations, as well as people, are going into the constructions and making investments into the student accommodation projects because of the wide consumer base. The options available with students include en-suites hared en-suite, on-campus accommodation, private halls of residences, dual occupancy studio, studio, shared apartments, etc.
By theyouth1236 years ago in Education
Are Internships Still Relevant for College Students?
So, if you’re a recent college graduate or a student who is about to go out into the real world, chances are your college diploma, impeccable CV, and impressive portfolio might not be enough to get you a job offer. After all, most companies put a lot of weight on the importance of applied learning and internship experiences.
By Stefan Ateljevic6 years ago in Education
What is CMP and How it will help you become MCIOB
Who Are the CIOB? The CIOB are the Chartered Institute of Building and are a recognised institute around the world for setting high standards and providing excellent education within the construction industry. Many individuals wish to become Chartered Members of the CIOB, and can do so through several routes, such as the CMP or by progressing through the membership ranks. The Chartered Membership is the membership that many construction professionals aim for, with entry level Associate membership as a good stepping-stone. Extremely well-established members can earn themselves a Fellowship and become known as FCIOB, an honour for many who hold the title.
By Janali Bopearachchi6 years ago in Education
Why I Quit My Dream Job
I can remember standing in my parent's basement smothered in wood panelling and orange shag carpet with a dry erase board and my second grade math homework. I can remember lining all of my stuffed bears and hippos and whatever else into a strategic seating chart so they could all see the board and I could walk around "the classroom" to ensure each student was on task. I assigned homework and stayed after school to plan for the next day or at least until dinner was ready. Teaching has been my dream since I was cognizant of the fact that a career was possible for me.
By Brenna Yarian6 years ago in Education
New Beginning
In 2016 I decided to go to college. It was something I hadn't accomplished yet and I wanted to do it but life kind of got in the way. So I moved to Florida with my kids and saw a commercial for Full Sail University. Yeah, there were other colleges I could have attended but Full Sail University offered online classes and that's what appealed to me. I'm Bipolar and have ADD, and claustrophobia and agoraphobia so a classroom setting was not ideal to my learning style.
By Zoe E. Carbajales6 years ago in Education
A Message from A Pandemic Graduate
Though our last semester ended totally different from how it is suppose to be, realize the fact that we made it through a pandemic and other blockades. Despite the fact that we have been stripped of major events that takes place during the last two months of school: dances, senior trips, prom; we still overcame this detrimental semester, we tried our best.
By Destiny Abercrumbie6 years ago in Education
