A Close Up on the Atom
The composition of matter is an important chemistry topic. Atoms and molecules make up the world around us. Everything is composed of invisible, indestructible atoms. Atoms are so small that they are invisible to light …
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How to see language learning as a joy, not a chore
I’m absolutely crazy about languages, and when I don’t have the opportunity to actually travel, immersing myself in a new language is the next best thing. I wasn’t always dreaming in French and slinging Italian …
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Titration and Food Chemistry Techniques
Titration is a familiar laboratory technique for general chemistry students. There are many different types of titration, including acid/base titration, reduction/oxidation titration, precipitation titration, and complexometric titration. As an analytical technique, titration is frequently used …
Understanding the Real World – Developing Math Skills (Lesson 5 of 5)
In previous blogs, we discussed four categories involved in developing math skills which are: Understanding concepts where the student becomes aware of individual facts and information presented and where there is also a fundamental understanding …
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Understanding Logic – Developing Math Skills (Lesson 4 of 5)
In the previous blogs, we discussed the first category of developing math skills which was: Understanding math concepts where the student becomes aware of individual facts and information presented and where there is also a …
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Understanding Strategy – Developing Math Skills (Lesson 3 of 5)
In the previous blogs, we discussed the first category of developing math skills which was: Understanding math concepts where the student becomes aware of individual facts and information presented and where there is also a …
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Understanding Procedures – Developing Math Skills (Lesson 2 of 5)
I always mention that I do not teach math, I teach the understanding of math. The development of math skills can be broken down into 5 categories that have a high degree of inter-dependency. These …
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Understanding Concepts – Developing Math Skills (Lesson 1 of 5)
First of all, let us debunk the most common idea people have about math: “You are born with the math gene or you are not.” This is the typical scenario that gives a person a …
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Effective and Tested Techniques to Reduce Math Anxiety
“Math anxiety” is a feeling of anxiety, fear and apprehension that affect your performance in mathematics. As a Math tutor, I’ve come up with several effective techniques to help students overcome obstacles and succeed.
What I have learned about learning French throughout my university career
Throughout the years, here are 3 things that I have learned that have greatly helped me in learning French and these tips are helpful for any French learner, wishing to succeed.
