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- Gender-Bending in Twelfth Night and To Kill a Mockingbird - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2011 from Paul ThompsonMuch stress there is a difference between gender and sex. And there certainly is. Sex is essentially biology, the male and female manifestations or to put it more plainly, the physical parts that come with being male or female. Gender, on the other hand, are the social norms, roles and ideals ...
Views: 1465 - 10 Effective Ways To Make Money With Your Blog - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2010 from John Paul AguiarEvery day people ask me “how do you make money with your blog”, so today I wanted to go over my top ways to monetize your blog. First thing you should know is if you want to make money with your blog long term, then you will need more then one way to monetize it. You know the old saying mom ...
Views: 1458(2 votes) - Teach your child problem solving skills using simple games - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Tanja BogdanoskaOne of the important things that you can do for your child is to help him to be independent problem solver. If you teach him problem-solving skill, he will be able to solve his own problems. Teaching problem-solving skill can be done with playing some of the following games. Take a look. ...
Views: 1452 - Become A Life Long learner - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2014 from Mick HawesOne of the most magnificent things in life, I think, is learning. Learning what? I hear you say. Learning anything, I think is great. Just fall in love with learning, get curious. There is so much information and so many ideas out there it is amazing, particularly with the Internet The ...
Views: 1439 - Are You Letting Fear Interrupt Your English Learning? - by Submitted on May 10, 2013 from Mike WalkerNothing can be changed without some kind of effort. Let’s assume you’ve come to that stage in your English learning where you feel comfortable using your grammar and your vocabulary span is pretty decent. But when it comes to talking to native English speakers you freeze, and it seems like you ...
Views: 1436 - Girl Power: Sourcing the Feminine Strength in To Kill a Mockingbird quotes and Antigone - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Paul ThompsonWhen it comes to being a girl, To Kill a Mockingbird’s Scout is more spice than sugar. In fact, she is particularly sugar-free. No frilly pink dresses, pretty baby dolls, or sweet make-believe tea parties for her. She is more likely to punch you in the face than smile sweetly at you, especially ...
Views: 1436 - The Benefit of Safety Debriefing – Developing a Culture of Learning through Lessons Learned - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2011 from James MurphyOrganizations must possess both formal and informal learning structures to adapt and thrive, and safety debriefing skills learned from a qualified consulting firm is just such a structure that is a necessity in any rapidly changing environment. Anyone who has not recognized the need for ...
Views: 1433 - Animation: An Emerging Trend - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Dipika PushkarAnimation is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. And it is very much in demand in India too. To be an animator, a student is required to be innovative and should have a good hand in drawing. There are various fields in animation that a student can go for after 12th standard. ...
Views: 1432 - Would You Force a Child to Wear Shoes That Don't Fit? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Mariaemma WillisWould you force a child to wear shoes that don’t fit? Then why force an education that doesn’t fit! Well, that’s what is happening to hundreds of thousands of school children every day. And those in private schools or homeschooling programs are not automatically better off. As long as ...
Views: 1430(3 votes) - How to correctly write law essays - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2013 from Coursework WriterHow can you get help with law essays? Are you a law student who looks for help with law essays often? Today, in Law colleges, students should write law related assignments and research papers. In law colleges, students have to study a lot of topics. Law is not an easy subject. Students must ...
Views: 1429 - Computer System Architecture - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Imran ZafarComputer architecture means construction/design of a computer. A computer system may be organized in different ways. Some computer systems have single processor and others have multiprocessors. So based on the processors used in computer systems, they are categorized into the following ...
Views: 1419 - Cognitive Skills Determine Learning Ability - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2008 from Susan du PlessisResearch has shown that cognitive skills are a determining factor of an individual's learning ability. Cognitive skills are mental skills that are used in the process of acquiring knowledge; according to Oxfordlearning.com the skills that "separate the good learners from the so-so learners." In ...
Views: 1411 - How to Replace Your Dell Laptop Screen - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Natale SmithDell laptop parts are long lasting only to a certain extent. Same is the case with Dell Laptop Screen, if your laptop falls down or you press its display screen too hard, then for sure the screen will break. Improper cleaning may also spoil the screen of your Dell Laptop, which commonly results ...
Views: 1411 - Educational Psychology - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Tista BiswasPsychology is the science of behaviour. Educational Psychology is the branch of Psychology that studies the effect of human behaviour on education. Nature • Educational Psychology is a science. It deals with the study of an organized & systematic body of knowledge regarding the relation ...
Views: 1410 - Learning Tips: How to Be a Better Learner and a More Successful You - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2015 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionAre you a good learner? Life is about growing--physically, mentally, and spiritually--but in order to grow properly, one needs to be a good learner. The Word of God provides us with valuable tips and principles that will help us be better learners in life. Here are some principles I've ...
Views: 1410(1 vote) - Asking and Receiving - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Liz WolfeI just threw away $75 in Borders gift cards. Before ultimately admitting defeat, I had confidently gone to barnesandnoble.com to redeem them. I recalled that B&N had taken over when Borders had gone out of business, so I assumed that they would accept my gift cards. Boy, was I wrong. ...
Views: 1409 - Top 90 Free Classified Sites and How To Use Free Classifieds? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2017 from article bar barHow To Use Free Classifieds? Ads Posting To Your Advantage. If you have a small home business, is a great tool to use free classified ads. For one thing, it's easy to have a great deal for your budget, most small business owners. How To Prepare? How To Prepare You, you also need to be ...
Views: 1409 - Trends in Physics for IIT JEE - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Soffia AndersonThe level of difficulty of questions in IIT JEE over the recent years has come down considerably, primarily due to starting of objective type papers. There were times when the students could selectively leave some of the units and still get selected in the IITs, but in recent years the overall ...
Views: 1405 - Book Review: Making Sense of Adult Learning - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Learning. Learning is the act of gaining knowledge through study, instruction or experience. Pat Wyman is the Official Guide to Learning. Making Sense of Adult Learning, by Dorothy MacKeracher, is a valuable resource for people ...
Views: 1403 - Few funny life quotes to live by - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2012 from Paulius GregorjanasI would like to write and comment on a few funny life quotes and sayings from this hub that made quite a deep impact on my life and work. I am convinced that every dream come true, every deed begins from a single idea – hereby I present few brilliant ones to inspire some and to warn others. ...
Views: 1403(4 votes) - HESI Exam : The best way to Cross The HESI Exit Examination - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2012 from Kane MorisonThe excitement and also fuss more than all of the HESI training exams are more than and after this the particular real thing is actually about your corner. You understand exactly how crucial it is actually to pass through the HESI examination in order to meet the requirements an individual ...
Views: 1399 - Introduction to Radioactivity - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2011 from Naveed aliNatural Radioactivity:- Pioneer:- Radioactivity was first discovered by a scientist Henry Becquerel in 1896. Definition:- The natural emission of radiations from unstable nuclei is called radioactivity. Explanation:- Henry Becquerel discovered in 1896 that certain elements whose atomic number ...
Views: 1394 - 5 Ways to Align Training with a Company’s Strategic Plan and Goals - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from Scott CiborowskiIn business, having a strong training base is important, and so is having a strategic plan for your company going forward. However, if you can dovetail your training program with your company’s strategic plans, then the fusion of two positive aspects of your business can mean serious leaps ...
Views: 1393 - Flawless English Grammar at All Times with Subliminal Language Learning - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. English may be the universal language, but don’t you ever wonder why even native English speakers still make grammatical mistakes from time to time? Some native speakers don’t even have a clear understanding of the grammatical rules of English; ...
Views: 1390 - Operation Theatre Technician: A Rewarding Career Choice - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from Pooja SharmaOperating theatre technicians (OTTs) are a fundamental part of the operation unit team working with surgeons, anesthetists and theatre nurses etc. to ensure that every single procedure is as safe and successful as probable. The successful outcome of a surgical process relies not only on the ...
Views: 1386 - Convenient Shoplifting and Theft Education Classes Taken Online - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Ari NovickShoplifting is a crime that is committed for many reasons. Sometimes it is a crime of necessity when someone has few other options other than to steal in order to support themself. Sometimes it is part of a larger criminal network where stolen goods are resold. Often shoplifting is a crime that ...
Views: 1385(2 votes) - Unlock your greatness, turn learning into earning - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2011 from Andrew HortonUnlock your greatness and know that even when the prize you are seeking seems out of reach or you may be facing challenges that seem insurmountable, you have what it takes to triumph. Light a candle in your mind and allow yourself to look inside, discover your incredible level of resolve and ...
Views: 1383(1 vote) - The Parts of Speech - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2008 from FSB AuthorsAfter learning the alphabet, the next step is to devise coherent sentences. The rhyme below categorizes each of the parts of speech, giving a clear example of each grammatical term. The rhyme dates back to 1855 and was written by educators David B. Tower and Benjamin F. Tweed: A NOUN'S the name ...
Views: 1382 - Raise Your Glass! - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2012 from Angie ThompsonI caught myself humming a tune from my past the other day. It`s an old Tom T. Hall song titled "I Like Beer". Just to give you a flavor, here is the second half of the chorus . . . "Whiskey`s too rough, champagne costs too much, and vodka put my mouth in gear. This little refrain, should ...
Views: 1379(1 vote) - How to Set Goals for Academic Success in 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Drew GerberHow to Set Goals for Academic Success in 5 Simple Steps By Rick and Teena Kamal Most parents realize that helping their children set goals is important, but few realize that not all goals are created equal. While some goals can indeed empower children to get better grades and achieve ...
Views: 1376 - Speak Swedish - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from jenkin sonulDo you think you need to learn a language which is only spoken by a few million people so far? Maybe lots of people will turn up their nose at this question, for it is a silly question. No, it's not at all! A great many world citizens think that it is really worth it if they can speak a new ...
Views: 1366 - Top 10 Signs A Teacher Is Burned Out - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2012 from Michelle GutierrezThere are a number of factors that contribute to a teacher's burnout but as most teachers know there can be some signs that can be passed off as a "bad year" or personal situations that can temporarily cause the same sort of results, so how does a teacher know the difference? Here are a few ...
Views: 1366(1 vote) - Why I Became A Sexologist - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeIf there is one question I am asked almost every time I meet somebody new, it is this: “Why did you become a sexologist?” Even complete strangers on Facebook find it is their business to pose one-liner questions along the lines of: “Is your job for real?” Occasionally my polite replies ...
Views: 1366 - Leaders Ask Questions to Make Better Decisions - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from Vernon MyersLeaders ask questions to gain clarity, to deepen understanding, and to make better decisions. In fact, questions are a leaders’ best tool for gaining deeper appreciation and increased knowledge of the issues and challenges facing an organization. The better your questions and understanding ...
Views: 1364(1 vote) - Who Deserves the most effort and Attention in your Life? - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Andrew HortonWhen you strive to give this person as much attention as possible, you dedicate a portion of your time every day, exclusively to them and you worker harder on them than on anyone or anything else, everything in your life will improve. This person I am referring to is you. When you make the ...
Views: 1362(1 vote) - How to Use Cold Frame Greenhouses - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Whitney SeguraIf you live in a part of the country that experiences cold winters but you still want to be able to grow and enjoy fresh garden veggies you are not going to be able to unless you have a cold frame.Cold frame greenhouses are designed to extend the growing season so that, no matter where you may ...
Views: 1360 - College Survival Guide: 6 Steps to Success at School - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“No one who cannot rejoice in the discovery of his own mistakes deserves to be called a scholar.” – Donald Foster The recent economic downturn has highlighted the importance of education. Developing the right skills has become crucial. And yet how we go about developing those skills is quite ...
Views: 1359(2 votes) - Feed your mind and nourish your Future - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Andrew HortonOur capacity to learn from birth, until around eighteen is dramatic; this accelerated learning curve equips us to learn a staggering amount in a very short space of time. We learn language, culture, manners, social skills, history, science, and mathematics-everything that makes us human. For ...
Views: 1357(1 vote) - How To Stop Gossiping - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Frank RolfeWhat the problem is: Gossiping is the bad habit of talking about people behind their back. People are naturally interested in other people (just look at the magazines for sale like People, National Enquirer, etc.), and like to talk about them. But it is a bad thing to discuss their affairs ...
Views: 1353 - How to Write a Better Annual Report? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Amy DyslexDefinition of an Annual Report An annual report can be defined as, “As the name indicates, it is an annual publication that public corporations must provide to shareholders to describe their operations and financial conditions”. OR “An annual report is a comprehensive report on a ...
Views: 1350 - The Brain, Sleep, and Learning - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2015 from Marvin MarshallThe effects of sleep on learning and memory are impressive. Recent discoveries show that sleep facilitates the active analysis of new memories, allows the brain to solve problems, and infer new information. The "sleeping brain" may also be selectively reinforcing the more difficult aspects of ...
Views: 1340(1 vote) - Learning Math With Manipulatives - Base Ten Blocks (Part II) - by Submitted on May 26, 2012 from Nikolay KosmotovIn part one of this article, you read about representing and adding numbers using base ten blocks. Once these two skills are mastered, it is time to move onto many a child's nightmare: subtraction. Subtraction, as you may have heard, is essentially addition in reverse. It can be an arduous task ...
Views: 1337 - 5 Don’t’s During Your CA Articleship - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2017 from Rahul RaiThe Chartered Accountancy (CA) articleship is not alone about getting the best organization. Also, how you perform during the CA articleship is of immense importance as based on your work pattern, your work certificate will be prepared. In case of CA articleship, its not about holding on to your ...
Views: 1336(1 vote) - Explore Mekong Delta & Phu Quoc Island Tour 7 days - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from LUC Mr POWERsales@vietnamimpresstour. www.vietnamimpresstour.com HCMC - Xeo Quyt - Can Tho - Phu Quoc - Cu Chi tunnels.$US 519 Welcome to HCM city tour. 1 night in the Mekong Delta visit Xeo Quyt base of VC during the war time, see Cai Rang floating market after boat trip ,then take airplane to Phu Quoc ...
Views: 1335(1 vote) - Explore Mekong Delta & Phu Quoc Island Tour 7 days - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from LUC Mr POWERsales@vietnamimpresstour. www.vietnamimpresstour.com HCMC - Xeo Quyt - Can Tho - Phu Quoc - Cu Chi tunnels.$US 519 Welcome to HCM city tour. 1 night in the Mekong Delta visit Xeo Quyt base of VC during the war time, see Cai Rang floating market after boat trip ,then take airplane to Phu Quoc ...
Views: 1335(1 vote) - The Best Revision Resources for GCSE Students - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2015 from Helen WallisThe time leading up to GCSE exams can be hugely stressful for both students and parents and anything that can be done to alleviate this can only be a positive move. The key to success at exams rests on two main elements. First, early planning and organisation to ensure students have enough time ...
Views: 1328 - How to Change a Laptop Keyboard of a Dell Inspiron 1525 - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Natale SmithLaptop keyboards are one of the significant parts, used for providing input to the system. We know that keys of the keyboard, either of laptop or desktop, are easily breakable; hence, its extensive use may lead one or more keys to pop out. This will require replacing the keyboard with another ...
Views: 1324 - Guide To Finding Dissertations Abstract And Masters Theses - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2008 from Robert JackThe ideal preparation of a dissertation or masters theses requires command in making a proper dissertation abstract. A dissertation abstract is the one of the most significant section in a dissertation which gives an overview of the entire dissertation. Good dissertation abstracts require ...
Views: 1318 - Applying for Pregnancy Insurance While Pregnant - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Alston BalkcomFinding maternity and health insurance through a private insurance carrier while you are already pregnant is difficult, if not impossible. Health insurance carriers will usually consider an existing pregnancy a reason to deny coverage. They will consider the pregnancy to be a pre-existing ...
Views: 1314 - Why Shakespeare Breaks Basic Writing Rules in “Sonnet 18,” “Hamlet,” and “Romeo and Juliet” - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Paul ThompsonShakespeare famously opens his “Sonnet 18” with the question, “Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?” and then proceeds to do exactly that. Aside from establishing rhythmic continuity and rhyme scheme, this may not seem like the best use of the reader’s time – especially considering that ...
Views: 1313 - Training Not Always the Answer to Every Business Problem - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2013 from Scott CiborowskiYou recently concluded a training program for a group of your employees and are unhappy with the results. The training just didn't work! What happened? Poor training? Trainees didn't know how to apply what they learned? Maybe training wasn't the answer to begin with. A director of training ...
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