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Are GCSE Exam Changes Affecting Student's Results?
Many students and parents have been left 'befuddled' by the recent changes to the GCSE marking system. The new system was introduced for specifications that were first taught in 2015. This means that the 2017 'English Literature' and 'Mathematics' GCSE have been marked according to a new 9-1 level system with 9 being the highest level attainable. 2018 and 2019 will have a mix of numbered and lettered marking systems but by 2020, all results will be shown in this new number form. This begs many questions. Why have they been changed? Does the new system help?
By George Stevenson8 years ago in Education
Great Gifts to Buy for Your Employees for Any Occasion
There is no fundamental route for present shopping, especially when you're looking for something to give to your employees. Whether it's for office parties, Secret Santa gifts, or a combination of the two, employee gift shopping should be the least of your concerns. This can be stressful, time consuming, and a chore that will ultimately make you either look foolish in front of said employee, or just simply uncaring toward that individual, neither of which are positive for your business.
By Salvador Lorenz8 years ago in Journal
Influential Reading and Its Benefits
Reading has been an integral part of learning; it has been one of the most significant sources of information. About 70 years ago, there was no YouTube and television was not very popular; in that era, it was necessary to read newspapers and specifically articles which would be one of the only ways to gain knowledge. Communication using gossip and written letters were also needed, but the wisdom was gained thoroughly by reading. Furthermore, recent studies have shown that specific genres of books have a different effect on you. As an article in The New York Times had published named “Your Brain on Fiction” states that fiction narrative books have a great impact on your mind, and are very important. Moreover, an essay named “On Reading and Books” written by Arthur Schopenhauer claims that reading books with no significance and reason should not be read as it is a waste of time, and reading classics and informative material is helpful. In another text, “Moral Letters to Lucilius” by Seneca expresses that reading is necessary, but skipping books after reading a little is of no use and cannot give any knowledge. I feel any reading is helpful but reading something significant and influential is most beneficial.
By Vedang Bhatt8 years ago in Education
How the Music Programs in Middle School and High School Changed My Life
So when I was growing up, I didn't have many friends. I was quite a shy person for the most part. My summers were spent at home, my school years were also spent doing nothing fun at all, I was bullied a lot, but there is one thing that changed my entire life. The music program in my middle school and high school.
By Aaron Mims8 years ago in Education
A Desperate Act of a New Writer
Choosing to pursue writing as my main source of income was difficult and the risks are many. Luckily, I have a wonderful support system that allows me to finally take my dream of being a writer seriously and focus all my efforts in this area. However, in my haste to acquire some modicum of financial success, I have leaped before I looked and created an account with hirewriters.com. This is a bit of a cautionary tale that I'm sure other writers may have experienced when they were trying to begin their careers and I thought I would share my experience with those that are interested.
By Kevin McIntosh8 years ago in Journal
A Day In The Life Of An Intern
Blog Post 1: I began my internship position with Ashville Media Group Thursday, October 1st. It was about a ten-minute walk from my residence, which makes me quite lucky; because many of my fellow group mates’ internship sites are a good distance away.
By Mykah Buff8 years ago in Journal
Best Entrepreneur Subscription Boxes for the Go Getter in Your Life
Subscription boxes are in, and there's a box for every lifestyle out there. There are subscription boxes for home-cooked meals like Blue Apron or Hello Fresh. There are boxes for makeup fans, like ipsy or Birchbox. There are even boxes for people who can't stand clothes shopping, like Stitchfix.
By Rowan Marley8 years ago in Journal
Make It Close and Personal
Millennials have a very particular approach to what they like to buy and how they do so. We're talking about a generation shaped by the rise of the Internet and the economic crisis: as saving money becomes a decisive factor in decision-making, a one-size-fits-all approach is not perceived as acceptable. Tiered pricing is only the tip of the iceberg, a good start, when it comes to addressing the need and desire for personalization.
By Fabia Scali-Warner8 years ago in Journal
