Definition of Polar in Chemistry

Definition of Polar in ChemistryIn Chemistry, the definition of polar is simply the term used to describe a substance that attracts atoms or molecules of its opposite polarity. You may be surprised to learn that some compounds that can either attract or repel each other at room temperature can react differently in nature when placed under very different conditions. For example, the polar compound that forms at the poles of a magnet is well known as a chemical element. It is this kind of compound that is known for being extremely unstable when under the intense heat of the sun's rays.A common element that attracts and has an opposite polarity is the gas in the form of a gas. For example, if you stand under the sun for several hours with your head facing the equator, the heat of the sun will create a gas that has a high content of hydrogen and helium. This gas will then flow from the equator to the north and south poles.An atom is a very tiny molecule that forms as a result of an unusu al combination of one or more atoms. These types of atoms are of the ionic variety because they have two basic characteristics of stability: Their spins (direction) and their covalent bonds (atomic and molecular interaction). In physics, these types of atoms are called ionic and hence are commonly used in laboratories. Generally, ionic atoms will tend to be in more abundant than other types.Polar molecules are simply those molecules that tend to form when there is a large excess of one of its basic substances (oxygen is the most famous example). So, the substance which is in its less stable form - the oxidized state - is more likely to form the polar molecule than its more stable counterpart. The polar molecule in this case is usually one of the oxygen atoms that has been transformed from an oxide to an ionic state. You may be able to see the dissimilarity between the polar molecule and a molecule like the sodium ion.If you place the molecules of the polar molecules in their very ow n systems, you will see that the structure of the polar molecules is quite different. The molecule will tend to be covalently bound to one or more atoms. This is mainly due to the fact that the polar molecules tend to attract the atoms in its vicinity.When you consider that the polar molecules are more likely to be found together, the definition of polar in chemistry is not surprising. You may notice that the most stable chemical elements will tend to form a compound when they are put together in a system that is very similar to their original state. If you try to separate polar molecules from one another, you will see that they will tend to cluster into a smaller unit.So, the definition of polar in chemistry does not refer to the properties of a single individual but rather the properties of a compound formed through the interaction of polar molecules. You can use this knowledge to develop systems and structures that are more stable and also more attractive. There are many compound s that are considered polar in nature but there are a number of other chemical elements that are also polar and can help you understand the basic principles of chemistry.

italki October 2015 Language Challenge BEFORE and AFTER videos !

italki October 2015 Language Challenge BEFORE and AFTER videos ! Check out Videos of Students Who Completed the October 2015 Language  Challenge! So, first of all we would like to thank everyone of you who have joined the October 2015 Language Challenge. Whatever your reasons of learning languages, we hope that by doing this challenge you will have a consistent language learning habit throughout 2015! Here are some of the best videos that we received for this challenge: Alex Barnes from United Kingdom completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning German! In July Alex already did italki language challenge in Chinese and this time he would like to do it in German. He studied Chinese and German at University in England but last year he was in China, so he has forgotten a lot of German. Alex has no particular goals but he wants to improve his pronunciation and accent and to be a bit more fluent when he talks. He has finished his October Language Challenge. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Alex Gureev from Russia completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning English! He decided for this Language Challenge to improve his English skills. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Blair  from the United States completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Dutch! Blair wants to improve his target language that is Dutch. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Israel  from China completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Swedish! Israel decided to learn Swedish because he is leaving in Sweden right now! He has finished his italki October Language Challenge! Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Helga  from Russia completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Italian! Helga was  going to learn Italian. She speaks Italian quiet well but she was so struggle with propositions, articles and talking about the past. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Jesper  from  Denmark  completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Japanese! Jesper has just completed the italki October Language Challenge where he was studying Japanese! And here is the video after challenge: Pierre Bredel from Brazil completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning English! Pierre is learning English. This was his fifth italki Language Challenge. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Zeeshan from the United States completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Spanish! Zeeshan is learning Spanish. This time he was going to a continue practice in his Spanish because he wanted to achieve a really high level. His goal is to able to sustain high level conversations and more advanced topics such as global warming or alternative energies. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Ric from the United States completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Spanish! The main goal for Ric was to be able to speak Spanish faster! Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Jonathan from the United States completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Spanish and Italian! Jonathan is learning Spanish and Italian. He wanted to improve his Spanish also because his family speak Spanish. Moreover Jonathan wanted to improve his Italian because he travels frequently for work in Italy! Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: We really do hope that after the challenge you will not stop learning languages. We hope that this challenge gives you that extra push  to keep learning languages throughout the year! italki October 2015 Language Challenge BEFORE and AFTER videos ! Check out Videos of Students Who Completed the October 2015 Language  Challenge! So, first of all we would like to thank everyone of you who have joined the October 2015 Language Challenge. Whatever your reasons of learning languages, we hope that by doing this challenge you will have a consistent language learning habit throughout 2015! Here are some of the best videos that we received for this challenge: Alex Barnes from United Kingdom completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning German! In July Alex already did italki language challenge in Chinese and this time he would like to do it in German. He studied Chinese and German at University in England but last year he was in China, so he has forgotten a lot of German. Alex has no particular goals but he wants to improve his pronunciation and accent and to be a bit more fluent when he talks. He has finished his October Language Challenge. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Alex Gureev from Russia completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning English! He decided for this Language Challenge to improve his English skills. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Blair  from the United States completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Dutch! Blair wants to improve his target language that is Dutch. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Israel  from China completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Swedish! Israel decided to learn Swedish because he is leaving in Sweden right now! He has finished his italki October Language Challenge! Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Helga  from Russia completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Italian! Helga was  going to learn Italian. She speaks Italian quiet well but she was so struggle with propositions, articles and talking about the past. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Jesper  from  Denmark  completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Japanese! Jesper has just completed the italki October Language Challenge where he was studying Japanese! And here is the video after challenge: Pierre Bredel from Brazil completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning English! Pierre is learning English. This was his fifth italki Language Challenge. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Zeeshan from the United States completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Spanish! Zeeshan is learning Spanish. This time he was going to a continue practice in his Spanish because he wanted to achieve a really high level. His goal is to able to sustain high level conversations and more advanced topics such as global warming or alternative energies. Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Ric from the United States completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Spanish! The main goal for Ric was to be able to speak Spanish faster! Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: Jonathan from the United States completed October 2015 Language Challenge learning Spanish and Italian! Jonathan is learning Spanish and Italian. He wanted to improve his Spanish also because his family speak Spanish. Moreover Jonathan wanted to improve his Italian because he travels frequently for work in Italy! Here is the public video pledge that he made before the challenge: And here is the video after challenge: We really do hope that after the challenge you will not stop learning languages. We hope that this challenge gives you that extra push  to keep learning languages throughout the year!

Teach Away Telegram - February 2010

Teach Away Telegram - February 2010 We hope you're enjoying the month of LOVE, and sneaking in some guilt-free chocolate before the big day on Sunday! Don't forget you have less than two days left to pick up those flowers or chocolates for your sweetheart (or that special someone you've been eyeing on the bus)! No plans for the big day? Hard core romantics and Valentine Day cynics alike can cozy up to some good reading with the February issue of the Teach Away Telegram.Job-seekers will be happy to know we've got some must-read information about new job opportunities in the tropical location of Brunei, so wipe off those chocolatey fingers and keep those resumes coming!Happy Valentine's Day!-The Teach Away TeamIn this issue:Teach Away Tells AllDon’t Let ‘Culture Shock’ Shock You!Teacher Story: Talking about the Educational Reform in Abu DhabiNew Opportunities in BruneiTeach Away Tells AllRead about Valentine’s Day in Japan from the male and female perspectives of Teach Away representatives Adrian and Kathleen.And They Say Women Love Chocolate...Adrian's Story: February 14th in many countries around the world is celebrated as Valentine’s Day. For three consecutive years, I experienced what Valentine’s Day meant in Japan. Being a Canadian, I expected to see couples exchanging gifts and romantic gestures. Lucky for me, I had a Japanese girlfriend, and could be considered as part of a couple during my first year in Japan.Leading up to Valentine’s Day, store shelves overflowed with red and pink heart-shaped boxes of chocolates. Thinking I’d see throngs of men crowding the aisles for last minute gifts on February 13th, the sight of only women scouring the shelves that night presented a surprise.Shocked but focused, I plucked a fancy box of chocolates from one of the unreachable shelves (well, unreachable for many Japanese women) and sauntered to the check-out before going home.On the day of despise for many singles around the world, my girlfriend and I met. Basked in the quivering glow of candlelight, she went into my kitchen and reappeared shortly after. In her hands rested a plate of delicate handmade fudge morsels dusted in a light chocolate powder. Surprised by the time and skill she had devoted to my gift, I felt ashamed to give her the off-the-shelf selection of chocolates I had bought for her. But, I stood up, grabbed the chocolates from their hiding place, and presented them to her anyway.Her lips, unsure at first, began to form a frown. Her head and eyes both lost the excitement that should have been there on Valentine’s Day.She looked at me and said, “Why?“Because I care,” I replied.“Who is she?” she barked back.This is how I learned that Valentine’s Day in Japan is a day during which only women give chocolates to men.Apparently, my girlfriend thought the chocolates I had given her were from another woman.I am single now.Thinking Outside the BoxKathleen's Story: My first February in Japan, I was shocked by the male responses to a romantically -themed conversation I had initiated with my adult English class. As a conversation starter, I had written on the board: “What are you going to get your significant other for Valentine’s Day?” While the women generously answered “box of chocolates,” “homemade chocolate,” and ... “box of chocolates” â€" again â€" the men continued to respond with one simple word: “Nothing.” I had heard that Japanese guys were a little less romantic than their Western counterparts, but was it really this bad My heart, a sucker for all things romantic, was breaking with sympathy pains.I soon learned that it wasn’t as bad as I had initially thought. The custom in Japan is that women give chocolates to the men in their lives on February 14th. One month later, on White Day, Japanese men give cookies to the women who are important to them.After a couple of years of living in Japan, I had found myself in a serious relationship with a Japanese man. As the big day for all things romant ic neared, I mentally (and emotionally) prepared myself for a day of no flowers, no chocolate, and no jewellery. *sigh*Even though I knew it was custom to buy (or make) chocolate for your man on Valentine’s Day, I decided to break tradition and get my boyfriend something he’d actually like: some beer, a beer mug that got all cool and frosty in the freezer, and a couple of heart-shaped coasters, which I thought, nicely complimented the dual theme of beer mugs and romance.On Valentine’s Day, I walked into our apartment expecting very little, so I was surprised to be greeted by the lovely aroma of cooking steak. My boyfriend had surprised me with a delicious dinner and my favourite red wine. I was impressed. I presented him with his gift so that he could get the mug-frosting underway, and we dove into our delicious meal. By the time dinner was over, his gift was nicely frosted and he was very happy to savour his nice, cold beer in his new mug while we watched one of the several r omantic classics I had rented for us that evening.During a movie break, my very sly guy asked me to get up and get something out of the closet for him. I was about to protest until I saw a mischievous twinkle in his eye, so I did as I was told. In the closet was a gift bag with some beautiful boots and a matching hat I’d been eyeing earlier that month.Not only did I get to experience the romantic Valentine’s Day I was used to from home, but I was lucky enough to have a boyfriend who thought outside of the box ... of chocolates.Don’t Let ‘Culture Shock’ Shock You!Culture Shock, the infamous syndrome that hits unsuspecting expats trying to make a life for themselves abroad, happens to be a very fitting topic for our romantically themed February issue. A little sceptical that culture shock is in any way related to romance and relationships? Well, unbeknownst to most, the stages of Culture Shock are very similar to those of a marriage. Still unable to see the connection? Learn about the five stages of the love struck/culture shocked here.• First, you have the Honeymoon Stage, where â€" you guessed it â€" everything is new and different and wonderful in your new country of residence. Just as you might wake up to your beautiful wife with a smile on your face each morning, the gorgeous view from your window will definitely be a sight for tired eyes during the first few months in your host country. During the Honeymoon Stage, you’ll notice that your feelings are heightened and that you love anything and everything about your surroundings. You will feel excited, delighted, curious, and eager to do and see more and more and more....“After first arriving in Japan, the neon and noodle overload kept me wide-eyed and wanting more. Within the first few months, I had tried to take in as much of the culture, the people, and the land as possible. I was constantly being invited to dinners and events, and had explored many of the famous areas in the country, inclu ding a trek up Mt. Fuji. I may not be known as a romantic, but this was one honeymoon I didn’t want to end.” (Adrian, Teach Away Staff)• The Rejection Phase can be nicely paralleled with that stage in your relationship where your ‘newlywed’ status is just starting to wear off. You no longer find it endearing that your husband leaves his smelly socks on the living room floor, and you aren’t finding the cultural quirks of your host country any more appealing. Similar to the pedestal on which you’ve placed friends still living the single life, you will definitely start idealizing your home country and culture to an emotionally unhealthy degree. What you once looked upon with wide-eyed curiosity and intrigue, you now find yourself rolling your eyes and questioning if it’s ever going to end. You begin to make unfair comparisons between your home and host country, and suddenly the list of things you miss from home far outweighs the perks of your new country. What happened to those feelings of adoration that were so prominent during the Honeymoon Phase? They are long gone â€" only to be replaced by feelings of anger, disappointment, frustration, close-mindedness, and even depression.“After a few months in Japan my feelings towards my new surroundings changed ….I didn’t belong here â€" I belonged in Canada! I no longer felt an attraction to the neon lights, traditional foods, and even began despising the sight of eggs. (I couldn’t believe eggs were found on most foods â€" even on pizza and burgers!) I was annoyed that every day I had to put effort into reading and trying to speak in a foreign language. I missed home and longed for a place where I could easily order a meal or read a sign.” (Selena, Teach Away Staff)• The Adjustment Phase couldn’t have come soon enough. Now you’re used to the fact that your wife has replaced your beloved lunchtime chocolate bar with a healthy apple. And, at this stage, you are familiar enough with the cus toms of your host country to not spend every waking hour worrying that you might be doing or saying the wrong thing. You may still question some of the cultural differences, but you no longer feel frustrated or depressed. You’ve fallen into a daily routine that is beginning to nicely suit you. You aren’t 100% adjusted, but you are no longer itching to pack your bags and hop on the next flight home. You feel less stressed, more contented, and have achieved a peace of mind that was definitely missing during the Rejection Stage.“Once I started to establish a routine and became accustomed to the Korean culture, I became a lot more comfortable and relaxed. My sense of humour (which I was beginning to think I’d forgotten in Canada) materialized and any feelings of frustration I’d experienced, subsided. Sure, I wasn’t wearing those rose-coloured glasses that I’d donned during the Honeymoon Phase but I had begun to develop an appreciation and fondness for kimchee, K-pop, and k araoke.” (Valen, Teach Away Staff)• The coming of the Acceptance Phase means that life in your host country has normalized and you finally feel like you belong. Just as comfortably married couples might begin naturally identifying themselves as “we” (as opposed to “me”), you will now find that your identity is intrinsically linked with that of your new home away from home. Cultural faux-pas will have become a thing of the past, and you’ll be able to explain the country’s (once weird and wonderful) traditions to newbies as though these customs were your own. You might even find yourself beginning sentences with “The way we do it here is...”. Your feelings of belonging will bring with them a sense of security, true contentment, and a much more relaxed lifestyle.“An elderly Korean lady sat across from me on the subway scolding her grandson for not being neater with his English homework. He was practicing his ABC’s, his notebook precariously balanced on his lap. I had come to understand the importance of education in this country, and no longer judged it from my own ‘foreign’ point of view. It was important, and I accepted it as such. The grandmother looked up and caught me nodding in agreement with her. I gave her my best seated bow and told the boy to study hard. She may not have understood my words, but she knew their intent and smiled.” (Ash, Teach Away Staff)• Reverse Culture Shock is shocking, to say the least. You might be surprised to feel the heartache and loneliness that might accompany the broken heart of a broken relationship. After having finally truly adjusted to your new life, you are suddenly thrust back into a lifestyle that hasn’t seemed to change much since you were an active part of it. The problem is you’ve changed a whole lot. The first few weeks of being back “home” can be more difficult than when you first left for the unknown. What was once second nature no longer comes naturally, and you may suddenl y feel like a stranger in your own country. Friends and family will be unable to share in your memories and will likely lose interest in your tales from abroad after the first long slideshow of pictures. A lack of understanding (and sometimes even interest) may lead to short-lived feelings of loneliness, isolation, and even depression. And... beware of that travel bug â€" it may now be with you for life!“Back at home, it was nice to see the faces and places I had been longing to see, but these feelings of excitement wore off quickly, and were even replaced by feelings of loneliness â€" once I realized that life had gone on without me. I quickly found myself missing the adventure and anonymity that I had experienced abroad. Giving it some time though, it didn’t take too long to get back into the routine of things and as the saying goes: There’s no place like home.” (Jessa, Teach Away Staff)“I always caught myself too late when I would graciously bow in thanks at my local su permarket or department store. For me, it took more than a few months and a lot of strange looks to shake what had been the norm for thanking people in Japan.” (Kathleen, Teach Away Staff)Test your knowledge and take the Culture Shock Quiz in the March issue of the Teach Away Telegram!Teacher Story: Talking about the Educational Reform in Abu Dhabi - By L. McCainLast year, I had the opportunity to participate in the birth of one of the greatest school reform efforts that has ever been undertaken. In 2009, Abu Dhabi schools began the implementation of a well-developed, extensive, 10-year strategic plan. As the school reform takes place, its efforts will further the educational success of the Emirate by developing skills in students that will infiltrate into the local and global workforce. During this first year, the effort has been to reform the daily curriculum by focusing on strategies to improve the English language skills of all Abu Dhabi students. When students are able to spe ak and write English well, this transfers positively into all subject areas in the curriculum.Upon my arrival as a teacher in the UAE, I was certain about one thing: Many of the challenges and successes that I had experienced as an educator in the US, with both students and their parents, were going to be similar here. I knew that how I handled the situations would make the difference between a positive and a negative experience for me and my students. I embrace this reform with the same personal philosophy I had always held towards teaching any student, a philosophy which simply says it is my job, as the teacher, to find the key to unlock the desire for education and quench the thirst for knowledge each student holds. I must seek for those keys and provide vast experiences inside the classroom each day to ensure that the right key is found for each student.I see my position as first grade teacher as being vital to each student’s future success. A strong, early childhood education is the foundation for all future learning. The activities provided must be challenging, stimulating, fun, and exciting. I have found my students to be intelligent, inquisitive, and hardworking. They strive to be attentive in their English, Math, and Science classes as they are still learning how to read and speak the language. The students are also learning how to read and write in Arabic from local teachers. My fellow teachers are professionals who welcome opportunities to dialogue and communicate about student achievement as well as how classroom instruction can promote the highest level of learning for each student.One of the major challenges I have found is not having a paraprofessional available for the first grade students, who are second-language learners, and also young and energetic. Sometimes these factors can be a speed bump in the road to academic achievement. Therefore, classroom management and routines are even more important than commonly thought.Each day, I can see the great impact that the reform is having on the schools in Abu Dhabi. The education reform in Abu Dhabi is bringing teachers and administration together to ask the hard questions about what is working and what is not working in our classrooms. I find myself researching ways to enhance each student’s academic successes and starve their failures. In my opinion, the reform is working well, and in time the returns that are being seen today will only multiply and strengthen.Another Day, Another OpportunityTeach Away is proud to announce opportunities for licensed teachers to teach in the tropical country of Brunei.Licensed Commonwealth teachers with a minimum of 3 years of teaching experience are needed to fill public school English teaching jobs in Brunei. Only teachers with long term experience and no gaps in their employment history will be considered for these positions. English teachers or teachers with TESL/TEFL certification will generally be looked upon more favourably than t eachers who have specialized in other subjects.Teaching in BruneiFor the most part, teachers at primary schools can truly immerse themselves and dive into the Brunei culture due to the fact that they will most likely be the only foreign teacher working at the school. Primary teachers in Brunei can expect a schedule of 15 contact hours per week, with an additional 6 hours of weekly attendance at after-school clubs and activities. Currently 30 primary teaching positions are available.Secondary teachers in Brunei, on the other hand, may be placed with as many as 10-11 other foreign teachers, and will have more opportunities to socialize with other ex-patriots at the work place. Typical contact hours for secondary teachers range from 12 to 16 hours a week with an additional 4.5 hours devoted to extra-curricular clubs and activities. Currently there are 20 openings for secondary school teachers.Due to a dense student population at some schools in Brunei, school days can be organized into split shifts and many teachers will find themselves teaching only in the mornings or in the afternoons. This leaves most teachers with a freer schedule than they may have enjoyed in their home countries. As Saturday is a work day in Brunei, Fridays and Sundays are a teacher’s days off. From time to time, teachers will be expected to attend special school functions such as sports days, teacher-parent interviews, or school events on a day off.Teachers’ salaries are assessed based on previous teaching experience and educational background, but even teachers who find themselves on the lower end of the pay scale can enjoy a lucrative salary and the benefits of tax free pay, a heavily subsidized spacious living space, partially subsidized medical insurance, an interest-free car loan, and a relatively low cost of living.Living in BruneiBrunei is home to hot weather, sandy beaches, and lush forests, all in a safe and wealthy environment. Located on the northwest coast of the island of Borneo, Brunei shares the island with parts of Malaysia and Indonesia. Because of its location, the population is made up of a mix of Southeast Asian ethnic groups, of which, two-thirds are Malay. Also, two-thirds of the population practice Islam, although the government is tolerant of other religions, as is evidenced by the heavy influence of Hinduism along with Islam on the country’s people.From a foreigner’s standpoint, the country is considered clean, safe, and a hub from which travel to other nearby countries is easy. Hence, it’s not rare to see foreigners from many nations living throughout the country, especially around the capital of Bandar Seri Begawan. In many cases, expatriates often find the lifestyle in Brunei to be more accommodating than what they experienced in their native country; the official language is Malay, but English is widely spoken and understood; international schools are available for expatriate children; a range of international cuisine exists; an d the cost of living is relatively low, especially considering that there is no income tax.Please click here to read more about teaching jobs in Brunei.

Teach abroad in 2018 UK and North American interview sessions happening soon! (With job postings)

Teach abroad in 2018 UK and North American interview sessions happening soon! (With job postings) The 2018 recruitment season is already in full swing and applications for upcoming vacancies are streaming into the recruitment team here at Teach Away. This means that if you happen to be a certified, experienced teacher on the hunt for your dream teaching job abroad this year, there’s no better time than right now to get your application in! Why’s that? Well, for starters, interview spots happen to be pretty limited (and are, in fact, already filling up rather quickly). Secondly, the most sought-after international schools and teach abroad programs are where competition for open vacancies tends to be toughest, meaning that if you’re thinking of waiting to apply until the spring, you’ll probably be too late to apply for these positions. Another pro tip for you: Securing your job offer earlier in the year also makes the entire visa process much simpler and far less stressful for you. That’s why, to help you take the guesswork out of which schools and programs abroad to apply for, we’ve broken out the key dates and locations into handy tables. Check these out below. These are all among the most reputable schools and programs worldwide, offering lucrative salaries, comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to expand your teaching experience, all while experiencing life and culture in a diverse, beautiful country. They’re also looking to hire a whole heap of awesome educators for a wide range of teaching jobs, across all grade levels and subject specialties, ahead of the coming 2018/19 school year. Interested? Here’s what you need to do: 1. Check out the dates and location for our upcoming interview sessions taking place in a city near you in the tables below. 2. Simply click on the links and click to apply to the school or program you’re most interested in. Easy peasy! January - March teach abroad interview sessions UK/Ireland interview sessions Interview Location Hiring School/Program Interview Dates London, UK Qatar Foundation January 22 - 23, 2018 London, UK Emirates National Schools Jan 26 - 28, 2018 London, UK UAE Government Schools January 27, 2018 Manchester, UK UAE Government Schools January 28, 2018 Dublin, Ireland UAE Government Schools February 24, 2018 Manchester, UK UAE Government Schools February 25 - 26, 2018 London, UK UAE Government Schools February 27 - 28, 2018 North American interview sessions Interview Location Hiring School/Program Interview Dates Newark, NJ Sheikh Zayed Private Academy UAE January 20 - 21, 2018 New York, NY Qatar Foundation Jan 26 - 27, 2018 Charlotte, NC Qatar Foundation Jan 28 - 29, 2018 Newark, NJ American International School Qatar February 3 - 4, 2018 Chicago American Creativity Academy Kuwait February 5, 2018 New York, NY International teacher job fair February 8 - 11, 2018 New York, NY Emirates National Schools February 8 - 11, 2018 San Francisco, CA American Creativity Academy Kuwait February 9 - 12, 2018 San Francisco, CA Qatar Foundation February 13 - 14, 2018 Atlanta, USA UAE Government Schools February 15 - 16, 2018 Houston, TX American United School Kuwait February 16 - 17, 2018 New York, USA UAE Government Schools February 17 - 18. 2018 Toronto, Canada UAE Government Schools February 19 - 20, 2018 Vancouver, Canada UAE Government Schools February 21 - 22, 2018 Toronto, Canada Emirates National Schools March 23 - 26, 2018 Australia/New Zealand interview sessions Interview Location Hiring School/Program Interview Dates New Zealand (exact location TBD) UAE Government Schools February 1 - 4, 2018 Australia (exact location TBD) UAE Government Schools February 7 - 11, 2018 Best of luck with your application and we hope to see you at the interview sessions soon!

5 best educational days out

5 best educational days out As a tutor, one of the hardest things can be motivating your students and making the topics come truly alive for them. But placing study in context, or providing the opportunity to be hands-on, can be hugely beneficial to a student's retention of the topic. Here we pick the best 5 days out, not including museums, nationwide. 1. Historic Royal Palaces - Actually five attractions in one, HRP looks after the most exciting of the country's old royal homes including Hampton Court, Henry VIII's stronghold and the notorious Tower of London, complete with Beefeater tours. 2. The Eden Project - A theme-park of plants, constructed in a worked-out mine pit to showcase sustainable building methods. This park, with its bubble-like biomes explores the relationship between nature and humanity. 3. MAGNA Science Adventure Centre - Housed in an old steelworks, MAGNA lets you explore science, using the framework of the four elements, Earth, Air, Fire, Water. A fifth zone, power, completes the experience. 4. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard - Located on one of only three operating Naval bases in the UK, part of this Portsmouth site is given over to the Royal Naval Museum. It is most famous for housing the ghostly wreck of Henry VIII's warship, the Mary Rose and Nelson's impressive flagship HMS Victory. 5. Ironbridge and Blist's Hill - The first cast iron arch bridge in the world is an awe-inspiring site and a powerful icon of the Industrial Revolution, the nearby museum tells its story. Just up the road is the fantastic Blist's Hill, an open-air re-creation of a Victorian village - complete with sweetshop.

Med Signi Scoun Tutor - How To Get One?

Med Signi Scoun Tutor - How To Get One?When you have a child with special needs, you may wonder if there is a way to get a doctor to refer your child to a professional who specializes in working with children who have learning disabilities. Is there a way to get a physician to treat your child and then refer your child to a tutor who works with children with a learning disability?Under Medicare and Medicaid, both insurance programs, children do not qualify for physician's services or skilled nursing care if they are not enrolled in a physician's care program. Also, under Medicare, Medicaid, and the VA, children cannot receive any other kind of medical service unless they have enrolled in a physician's care program.With Medicare and Medicaid, the only way a family can get help paying for private medical services is to pay into a hospital, clinic, or other health care facility. When your child is hospitalized or goes into a nursing home, the payments to the facility will have to be pai d by you. Because Medicare and Medicaid do not offer the option of making payments for other services, this makes it very difficult for families to afford private health care.In order to receive the services of a doctor who is registered as a Medicare Practitioner, they must have completed some education and training and meet state standards. If your child has a learning disability and is receiving services through a VA program, the services are guaranteed under Medicaid and Medicare. The only exception to this is if your child has been hospitalized before, at which time your child can return to school for the remaining time he or she is receiving treatment through the VA.It can be very difficult for families to find a doctor who is willing to accept Medicaid and Medicare. Even though the majority of doctors who take advantage of these programs are willing to take on patients in these programs, this does not mean that the doctors themselves are willing to treat children. Doctors who take advantage of Medicare and Medicaid often have been referred to them by another doctor who found out about their willingness to take Medicaid and Medicare patients through referrals.Even though Medicare does not require a student to receive a certain number of hours of training in order to be qualified for Medicare service, you can take your child to school with a private health care plan in order to obtain the hours needed to get your child a Medicare approved tutor. Because Medicare and Medicaid do not offer the option of making payments for other services, it is very difficult for families to afford private health care. A trained nurse can provide your child with the medical attention that he or she needs.Using Medicare to pay for private medical services is important for many reasons. For those who are unable to pay for regular health care, Medicare is a convenient alternative to private health care plans. For parents who are not able to provide money for the cost of privat e health care, Medicare can provide them with medical care through a licensed medical professional who will treat your child in a specialty and specialized manner, while caring for your child.

How to Find Percent Yield Chemistry

How to Find Percent Yield ChemistryHow to find percent yield chemistry can be done by having the right knowledge of the formula. This can be accomplished by learning how to read, know what to look for and then find out whether the formula is effective for you or not. Many formulas will have a guide on their website, however, this is generally a tool which can be used to find out the formula.In the process of taking a course on organic chemistry, it is vital that one fully understand the process and processes involved in the process. There are different types of process and processes which would be useful when trying to find out how to find percent yield chemistry. An example of this would be determining the amount of products that have to be formed.Depending on the procedures and processes that are involved, the final product will vary greatly and in some cases, it may be considerably different from the original product. This can be important as well, as it is necessary to use the pr oper procedures in order to find out how to find percent yield chemistry. Since this involves the creation of various products, it is beneficial to use a process which uses all natural products.There are many different products which have been produced using the various methods which will produce a successful end product. When taking a course in organic chemistry, it is vital that one reads and understands the materials and ingredients involved in this process and then see what can be achieved using the process. One may find that they have a certain product that is what they need.Finding out how to find percent yield chemistry is basically about making these different products. A course in organic chemistry would help one determine what type of products would be beneficial and what are the materials needed to be used. It is also essential to create the various processes that will be required in order to make these products.Finding out how to find percent yield chemistry can involve more than just the chemistry aspects. There is an understanding of how to use the chemical as well, so it is essential to be familiar with what the product is and how to prepare it.Finding out how to find percent yield chemistry can be done in various ways. It is imperative that one first takes a course on organic chemistry in order to learn the various processes involved in the process and then one will be able to do this effectively.

A Guide to Commonly-Confusing Punctuation Part 1

A Guide to Commonly-Confusing Punctuation Part 1 Unless youre a professional writer or teacher, you may not spend much time thinking about grammarand punctuation. In fact, when you look down at the keyboard, there may be a punctuation mark that is entirely foreign to you. Nevertheless, most people would admit that grammar and punctuation are what makes our writing readable, and in some cases, they even help us avoid awkward phrasing. Don't forget to check out theseseven tips to improve your grammar skills. While many people understand how to use punctuation marks like periods, commas, and question marks effectively, there are several others that you may avoid because youre unsure about how and when to use them. Below is a guide to commonly-confusing punctuation, beginning with three challenging marks: 1. Semicolon Although the semicolon is known as one of the most confusing punctuation marks, you may find it easier to use than you first thought. Semicolons connect two independent thoughts in a single sentence, even though they could be separate sentences. Consider these sentences: I would like to go to the beach today. It seems like a perfect day for swimming. Instead, you could write, I would like to go to the beach today; it seems like a perfect day for swimming. This works because the two sentences are complete on their own, but they make sense together. You may want to take a look at these simple ways to improve your writing skillsas well. 2. Parentheses Parentheses can be tricky to work with because they can be used for a number of different reasons. For example, if you are writing in APA Style, you might use parentheses to create an in-text citation that contains the authors name, as well as the page number and date that corresponds to the information you are citing. However, parentheses are more generally used to include clarifying information in a sentence. For example, when writing a paperthat includes illustrations or charts, you can use parentheses like this: In 2005, the amount increased substantially from the previous year (see Figure 2). In this case, the parentheses indicate to the reader that the information corresponds to a chart that is contained somewhere in the document. These tips may be able to help you boost your writing skills. In creative writing, one might use parentheses to add more information. For example, On his way home, he passed the corner store (it would burn down two years later) and considered stopping in to buy something. In this case, the meaning of the sentence would be clearly conveyed without the parentheses, but the author felt that it was important to note the additional information. Notice that the sentence would still be complete if the parentheses and the contained information were removed. 3. Colon A third example of commonly-confusing punctuation is the colon. Like parentheses, colons can be confusing because they are used in different ways depending on the writer or the style. Generally speaking, however, a colon is used in cases where the writer intends for something to follow a complete sentence. For example, if you said, The United States Constitution states that there are three branches of government, you could expect to also say what those are, even though the statement is a complete sentence. In that case, you would say, The United States Constitution states that there are three branches of government: legislative, executive, and judicial. In this sentence, the colon acts as a literary way of saying, And they are Another appropriate use of the colon is to introduce an idea or quote that is connected to the preceding statement. For example, if you were talking about former President George H. W. Bushs tax policies, you could say, In a 1991 speech, Bush made his feelings about tax increases clear: Read my lips, no new taxes. In this case, the colon indicates that an example that will clarify or support the statement is about to be given. You may also want to consider seekinga writing tutorwho can assess your specific needs. While there are many other, more advanced uses of the aforementioned punctuation, these basics should serve you well as you delve into the world of commonly-confusing punctuation. Don't forget to check out our guide to commonly confusing punctuation: part 2!

52 Fun French Vocabulary Words and Phrases for Summer

52 Fun French Vocabulary Words and Phrases for Summer Suzy S. Summer, summer, summertime! Its the perfect time to relax and have some fun. Plus, its a season full of fun French words and phrases! Read on to learn some vocab from French tutor  Beth  L.   Summer is coming, and France is a wonderful haven during this time of year (if you can avoid the heat)! The weather is warm, and delicious, fresh food abounds. Children are on vacation from school, and many families take advantage of that to travel. For many, the allure of nature and the great outdoors is difficult to resist. What will you be doing with your summer? Beef up your vocabulary so you can tell your friends about it â€" in French! One of the first things summer brings to mind is the excitement of vacation and travel. 1) lété â€" summer 2) les vacances â€" vacation Note: les vacances dété â€" summer vacation 3) voyager to travel 4) un voyage a journey 5) juin â€" June 6) juillet â€" July 7) août â€" August Now, lets use these words in a sentence! For example Pendant mes vacances dété, jaime bien voyager! (During my summer vacation, I like to travel!) Je peux choisir le mois de juin, le mois de juillet, ou le mois daoût pour mon voyage. (I can choose the month of June, the month of July, or the month of August for my trip.) Many people enjoy the extra time and warmer weather to enjoy the outdoors. 8) le parc â€" the park 9) la pelouse â€" the lawn / grass 10) un pique-nique â€" a picnic 11) de la glace â€" some ice cream 12) la plage â€" the beach 13) le sable â€" sand 14) la piscine â€" the swimming pool 15) la mer â€" the sea 16) locéan â€" the ocean 17) un maillot de bain a swim suit 18) un lac â€" a lake 19) un bateau â€" a boat 20) nager â€" to swim 21) le Jardin â€" the garden 22) jardiner â€" to garden 23) une fleur / des fleurs â€" a / some flower(s) 24) une plante â€" a plant 25) un arbre  â€" a tree 26) la nature â€" nature 27) les montagnes â€" the mountains 28) dehors â€" outside 29) marcher â€" to  walk 30) courir â€" to run 31) jouer â€" to play Editors Note: Get a refresher on  conjugating -er verbs. Example sentences: Pendant lété, nous jouons souvent dans le parc. (During the summer, we often play in the park.) On prend un pique-nique pour déjeuner déhors. (We bring a picnic to eat lunch outside.) Jaime surtout le jardin denfants avec ses fleurs et ses arbres. (I especially like the childrens garden with its flowers and trees.) J’ai toujours aimé les bateaux. (I always liked boats.) Quand je suis à la mer, je fais du bateau à voiles. (When I’m by the sea, I go sailboating.) Quand je passe du temps à un lac, je regarde l’eau et les arbres, et j’écoute la silence.  (When I spend time at a lake, I look at the water and the trees, and I listen to the silence.) With the outdoors, of course, youll need to be able to talk about  the beautiful weather, as well. 32) le soleil the sun 33) la chaleur â€" the heat 34) le vent â€" the wind 35) les nuages â€" the clouds 36) le ciel â€" the sky 37) le sud â€" the south Example sentences: Quand on va à la plage, il faut se souvenir de son maillot de bain! (When you go to the beach, you must remember your bathing suit!) Comme ça, on peut courir dans l’eau et dans le sable. On peut se bronzer sous le soleil, sentir le vent sur la peau, et apprécier la beauté de l’eau et du ciel. (That way, you/we/one can run in the water and in the sand. You/we/one can tan yourself/ourselves/oneself in the sun, feel the wind on your/our/one’s skin, and appreciate the beauty of the water and the sky.) In addition to the words above, below  are some common phrases and expressions related to summer. 1) Je vais dehors Im going outside 2) Il fait chaud Its hot 3) Il fait du soleil Its sunny 4) Il fait beau Its / the weather is beautiful 5) Il fait du vent â€" Its windy 6) donner de lombre â€" give / provide shade 7) se limoger â€" to distance oneself 8) faire du camping â€" to go camping 9) faire du bateau à voile â€" to go sailboating 10) aller à la (f.) / aller au (m.) / aller aux (pl.) to go to 11) prendre lautoroute â€" take the highway 12) tomber en panne â€" break down 13) un coup de soleil â€" sunburn 14) prendre un coup de soleil â€" get a sunburn 15) se bronzer â€" to sunbathe / to get a tan Check the same regular verb list linked above for help conjugating the regular -er verbs on this list. Several more expressions use the verbs faire and aller. (Learn more about irregular conjugations here.) Example sentences: Aujourdhui, on a voulu se bronzer à la plage. (Today, we wanted to tan ourselves at the beach.) Mais on est tombé en panne quand on a pris lautoroute. (But our car broke down when we were getting onto the freeway.) On a perdu toute une journée dété! (We lost a whole day of summer!) So, what are your favorite French words and phrases for summer? Here are ours: As school lets out and the summer begins, dont be the first to lose your French â€" instead, continue  practicing with your friends while youre out having fun! Post Author:  Carol Beth L. Carol Beth L. teaches  French lessons in San Francisco, CA. She has her Masters in French language education from the Sorbonne University in Paris and has been teaching since 2009.  Learn more about Carol Beth here! Photo by  Tommie Hansen Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher