Tutoring Homeschoolers - Helping Families With Children

Tutoring Homeschoolers - Helping Families With ChildrenTutoring homeschoolers is a great option for many parents. These courses are made available to them by the tutoring service providers. There are not many different schools that teach the same curriculum; the availability of tutoring services is intended to serve families who don't want to take the time and money to teach their child a different curriculum.Parents who have children at home can benefit from this type of service. It gives them a sense of accomplishment when they see that their child is learning new things, even if they are not home. Often they see their child learning to read, to write, to do math. The parents themselves never get a chance to use their own teaching techniques because they are too busy with their daily activities.Tutoring homeschoolers have another benefit as well. They are in their own room to learn and to do their own research. They don't have to wonder where they are going to get help or what they will learn next.Tutoring homeschoolers can be taught in their own language. Most of the homeschooling families today speak English as a second language. Sometimes the children become very frustrated when they are not able to communicate clearly and effectively in their own language.The tutoring service provider gives the children an opportunity to learn and they can do it independently. They don't have to be forced to interact with someone else. It is a good way for the parent to encourage the child to become more independent.If the parent is not happy with the way his or her child is learning, then it is time to look for a better tutoring service. By making a list of the services that they offer, a parent can compare the fees and pick out the one that suits their needs.There are also many schools that offer the tutoring service.If a family has a specific course that they would like to be taught, then a student can be chosen to take that specific course. The tutor will be assigned to the student and they will work together to teach the student the subject. Sometimes the student will need to be accompanied by a parent, but in most cases, the parent will be notified beforehand.In the end, the parent has the most advantage when it comes to the children. They can get to know the child better and to determine what their strengths and weaknesses are. Parents are also able to provide feedback and criticism to the tutor to ensure that the tutoring process is a positive one.

What Are Some Online Methods of Learning English?

What Are Some Online Methods of Learning English?What better way to learn English in a way that you are comfortable with than through the Internet? There are so many resources available online for those who are looking to enhance their English.Some of the most popular online courses that have been known to help one learn English in a particular area of interest, such as teaching others English, have a number of useful features. One of the most popular of these is that they can be easily accessed and read from the comforts of your own home. Also, there are no travelling to go to the classes which makes it far more convenient.In addition to this, there are often available 'language software' which can be used on the computer with one of the various online language courses. These courses can also be downloaded to your computer if you prefer.These online courses, which are called 'online language courses', also allow you to practice your English using the help of flash cards. You can als o do an activity within the course to increase your knowledge of the subject. There are a variety of things that you can do with your English lesson from playing a game or reading a book or watching a video.The advantage to this method of learning English, particularly when you want to teach others English, is that it allows you to spend your time to the area you are studying which you are best suited for. For example, if you're interested in teaching English you will find it much easier to find English courses that suit your particular skill level and interests.Another great benefit of an online course, if you choose one, is that there is usually a chat room where you can speak with people who are currently studying English. This feature can be especially helpful if you are doing the course alone.If youare looking to enhance your knowledge of English then you need to make sure that you take advantage of the resources available on the Internet. The online courses that are available today are often simple and they can often be completed quickly.

Some Important Things to Know About DisneyEnglish Learning Programs

Some Important Things to Know About DisneyEnglish Learning ProgramsBeing immersed in the Disney English Learning program helps children explore their inner potential. You can choose to enroll your child in a summer program or a school year.Each school year begins with an English class. Once the child has been enrolled, the school year will begin with each lesson. The student will learn the letters of the alphabet and begin to see the English language in their own terms.In Disney English Learning, students will work on phonics (the reading of words) and sentence completion. The curriculum will give the child a good foundation for learning the skills they need to be successful when they go off to college.Once the children graduate from the Disney English Learning course, they will be ready to go to college. The school year will end with a final exam, which requires a passing grade. Parents will need to get the required testing and essay forms filled out and returned.Parents should find out how many subjects are covered in the Disney English Learning program. This is important because they will want their child to have the foundation they need to succeed. Since the children's study on their own time, it is helpful to schedule a weekend to make sure they have enough time to finish the course.As a parent, you need to find out how many other students are enrolled in the Disney English Learning program. Parents should look for a great school and check into their reputation so they know it is a safe environment for their child.Parents should also get to know the curriculum of the program they are thinking about enrolling their child in. It is a good idea to talk to a local professional who specializes in bilingual education so they can answer any questions you may have.

6 Wonderful Blogs to Help You Learn French Online

6 Wonderful Blogs to Help You Learn French Online Megan L. Congratulations on deciding to learn to speak French! Your journey with this beautiful language is bound to be exciting, occasionally difficult, and ultimately rewarding. As you practice the language and study with a French tutor, you should also consider following a few French blogs. Reading fresh updates from other language students and teachers will help you stay engaged in your studies and keep your enthusiasm for French alive. Plus youll learn lots of fun stuff that might not be in your textbook. Here are six of the best blogs where you can learn French online: 1. French Today If youre interested in learning French slang, dialects, and a bit about French culture too, the French Today blog is the perfect place to start! You might learn vocabulary the French use on social media, or how Canadian French differs from what is spoken in France. Based in northern France, French Today is run by a husband and wife team whose enthusiasm for their language and culture shines in every post. 2. I Learn French Adults learning French as a second language will find lots to relate to on I Learn French. This blog is the frequently updated story of William Alexanders mission to learn French in his fifties. He also shares great insights and anecdotes gleaned from his travels in France, plus an occasional recipe. Even though it can be harder to learn languages as an adult, William chronicles these challenges in his blog with a sense of humor and determination that will make you feel like you have a friend learning French online right beside you. 3. French Crazy If you dream of living in France, youve got to follow this blog! French Crazy is run by native English speaker John Elkhoury, who is currently living and working in France. His blog highlights French culture, from spectacles like la fête des lumières to day to day differences like how French credit cards differ from those used in North America. Reading French Crazy is like taking a mini-vacation to France every day. Related: How Long it Takes to Learn French 4. Learn French With Jennifer Jennifer is an American French and English teacher living in southern France with her husband and children. On her blog, Jennifer shares wonderful video lessons for beginners, full of examples and clear explanations. Her mission is to make learning languages easy and fun, and she certainly succeeds. Jennifers love for language is contagious, and her blog is sure to keep you inspired even when you run into difficulty in your studies. 5. Talk in French Talk in French contains so much good stuff that I dont know where to start. Audio podcasts, movie recommendations, interesting vocabulary the list goes on and on! Talk in French founder Frédéric Bibard believes that the best way to learn languages is to make great habits that reinforce your learning. Talk in French is certainly a habit-forming, potentially addictive, blog for French learners. Youll keep coming back for the podcasts, articles, and most importantly the motivation to keep learning French. 6. French Together If youre traveling soon to a French-speaking country, French Together will help you prepare. French Together serves up mini-lessons in French using real-life, conversational examples. Learn French idioms, practice common expressions (like how to ask for the bill at a restaurant), and tips for understanding spoken French. French Together prepares you for conversational French, and youll find yourself chatting at a café in no time! Of course, there are many other wonderful blogs you will find to help you practice your French.  For more resources, be sure to check out the blog Love France and take a look at their list of 100 great websites for studying French. Where do you go to learn French online? Send us a link in the comments below! 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 Photo by Gillicious

Part V Conjugating Future Conditional Tenses in Spanish

Part V Conjugating Future Conditional Tenses in Spanish Sign up successful By now, you have come a long way. Remember, this learning is best taught chronologically, so  before you tackle this post you should review  the previous posts: How to conjugate basic Spanish verbs  (present tense) How to conjugate stem-changing verbs in present tense How to conjugate Spanish verbs in past tense How to conjugate the imperfect tense This particular post is about the future tense and the conditional tense  in Spanish. The conditional tense describes what you would like to do given certain conditions, and the future tense describes events that will happen in the future. For example, the following sentences would use the conditional tense: I would go to the game. (Iría al partido) They would see the movie. (Verían la película) Alternately, these sentences would use the future tense: I will go to the game. (Iré al partido) They will see the movie. (Verán la película) Identical to others tenses, the Spanish conditional and future tenses break down verbs into five different ending variants. By now you have probably mastered how it works. All we need to do now is learn another new formula. The conditional tense is strikingly  similar to the imperfect. The key difference is that in the conditional tense, we don’t shave off the -ar, -ir, or -er verb ending first    but the conjugation ending is the same! As we have used the example of the verb mirar (to watch) in the previous articles, lets continue with that. How to Conjugate  -ar Verbs in Conditional Tense DON’T shave off the ending -ar; leave it alone! If you are referring to ‘yo’ or ‘I,’ add the ending ‘ía’ to end the infinitive verb, forming miraría. If you are referring to ‘tú’ or ‘you,’ add the ending ‘ía,’ to form mirarías. If you are referring to ‘él’ or ‘ella” or ‘he or she,’ use the ending ‘ía’ to form miraría*. *Yes this is the same as the ‘yo’ form, just like the imperfect! If you are referring to ‘nosotros’ or ‘we,’ use the ending ‘íamos’ to form miraríamos. If you are referring to ‘ellos’ or ‘they,’ use the ending ‘ían,’ to form mirarían. What about -er verbs? Let’s use comer (to eat) as an example again: How to  Conjugate  -er Verbs in Conditional Tense DON’T shave off the ending  -er Same as -ar  verbs to form comería. Same as -ar  verbs to form comerías. -If you are referring to ‘él’ or ‘ella” or ‘he or she,’ same as -ar  verbs to form comería*. *Yes this is the same as the ‘yo’ form as well! -If you are referring to ‘nosotros’ or ‘we,’ Same as -ar verbs to form comeríamos. -If you are referring to ‘ellos’ or ‘they,’ same as -ar verbs to form comerían. How to Conjugate  -ir Verbs in Conditional Tense Same rules as with -ar and -er verbs See the following charts of key conditional tense verb conjugations: Mirar (to watch): Yo miraría Tú mirarías Él/Ella/Usted miraría Nosotros miraríamos Ellas/Ellos/Ustedes mirarían Comer (to eat): Yo comería Tú comerías Él/Ella/Usted comería Nosotros comeríamos Ellas/Ellos/Ustedes comerían Vivir (to live): Yo viviría Tú vivirías Él/Ella/Usted viviría Nosotros viviríamos Ellas/Ellos/Ustedes vivirían Ready for some practice? Conjugate the following conditional tense Spanish words: Moving on, the future tense does have many irregulars but in this post I just wanted to you get the basic idea. The future tense is similar to the conditional in that you add the ending to the given verb in its infinitive form. Let’s continue with mirar: How to Conjugate -ar  Verbs in the Future Tense DON’T shave off the ending -ar; leave it alone! If you are referring to ‘yo’ or ‘I,’ add the ending ‘é’ to end the infinitive verb, forming miraré. If you are referring to ‘tú’ or ‘you,’ add the ending ‘ás,’ to form mirarás. If you are referring to ‘él’ or ‘ella” or ‘he or she,’ use the ending ‘á’ to form mirará. If you are referring to ‘nosotros’ or ‘we,’ use the ending ‘emos’ to form miraremos. If you are referring to ‘ellos’ or ‘they,’ use the ending ‘án,’ to form mirarán. What about ER verbs? Let’s use comer (to eat), for example: How to Conjugate -er  Verbs in the Future Tense DON’T shave off the ending -er -Same as -ar verbs to form comeré. -Same as -ar verbs to form comerás. -If you are referring to ‘él’ or ‘ella” or ‘he or she,’ same as -ar verbs to form comerá. -If you are referring to ‘nosotros’ or ‘we,’ same as -ar verbs to form comeremos. -If you are referring to ‘ellos’ or ‘they,’ same as -ar verbs to form comerán. How to Conjugate -ir  Verbs in the Future Tense Same rules as with -ar  and -er  verbs See the following examples of key Future verb conjugations: Mirar: Yo miraré Tú mirarás Él/Ella/Usted mirará Nosotros miraremos Ellas/Ellos/Ustedes mirarán Comer: Yo comeré Tú comerás Él/Ella/Usted comerá Nosotros comeremos Ellas/Ellos/Ustedes comerán Vivir: Yo viviré Tú vivirás Él/Ella/Usted vivirá Nosotros viviremos Ellas/Ellos/Ustedes vivirán Ready for some practice? Conjugate the following in the future tense: The good news is that the future and conditional tenses have the same irregulars! While I won’t go into a lot detail here about the irregulars, here’s some common ones in which their stem changes: Poner ? Pondr forming Pondré instead of Poneré in its future ‘yo’ form Salir ? Saldr forming Saldré instead of Saliré in its future ‘yo’ form Need more help? Contact your Spanish tutor with more questions about irregular conditional and future tense conjugations! Post Author:  Jason N. Jason N. tutors in English and Spanish in Fairfax, CA.  He majored in Spanish at UC Davis, lived in Mexico for 3 years where he completed a Masters degree in Counseling, and studied Spanish Literature and Psychology at the University of Costa Rica. Learn more about Jason here! 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

Ask an Admissions Expert Brittany Maschal

Ask an Admissions Expert Brittany Maschal Varsity Tutors brings you insider tips and advice straight from nationally recognized admissions experts. Brittany Maschal has held roles in several admissions offices and areas of student services including those at the University of Pennsylvaniaand Princeton University. Additionally, she acquired her Doctorate in Higher Education at The George Washington Universityand currently runs her own consulting service, B. Maschal Educational Consulting. See what she had to say about the undergraduate admissions process: VT: How far ahead of time should a student begin working on his or her college application? Brittany: Better late than never is not applicable when it comes to beginning the work that goes into crafting a strong application. If you have your sights set on college, begin jotting down all of the activities you take part in and start speaking with your counselor about charting out your coursework in grade nine. This may sound a bit early, but you will be happy you did so come junior year. Nothing is set in stone, and changes can always be made on an as-needed basis. Though filling out actual applications wont begin until the summer before senior year, familiarizing yourself with school-specific and Common App requirements well in advance will certainly take some of the stress out of the process come crunch time. VT: What are the best ways to go about selecting a terrific essay topic? Brittany: Essays are a very important component of the application package. Think of them as an avenue through which you have the opportunity to really wow the admissions committee. What constitutes a terrific topic may vary from reader to reader, but choosing an experience where you are able to highlight what the rest of your application may not convey or convey strongly is essential. More important than the topic, terrific essays utilize a positive tone, are insightful, and should demonstrate a candidates ability to be reflective. They focus less on the what and more on the how and why of an experience, situation, or process. VT: Are there any essay topics you get tired of seeing or would warn students to stay away from? Brittany: Avoid clich or overused topics such as the big win, divorce, or death, and those that may lead the reader to believe you are making an excuse for poor academic performance or lack of participation in extracurriculars. Taboo topics and anything that could be perceived as inappropriate should also be avoided at all costs. Very few applicants are able to craft an essay on a topic of this nature that is well received. Play it safe - you never know who your reader will be and what they may feel crosses the line. VT: What is the biggest mistake a student can make on a college application? Brittany: Starting the process too late! I am a huge advocate of making the application a priority early on. Think of it as an ongoing project throughout high school and one that the applicant has the power to excel in, if they so desire. Organization and self-motivation are key here, and the time and effort one puts into their application and supplementary materials (essays, resume, recs) shows. The biggest mistakes I have taken note of are in the form of simple errors such as grammar and spelling. Ive seen instances where applicants mistype their own name! One way to avoid these fatal application flaws is to reach out for support during the process, ask a friend, family member, or mentor/advisor to help you spot check your work. A few sets of eyes are always better than one, so dont be afraid to reach out to others for support. VT: What is the typical process an admissions officer goes through to evaluate applications? Brittany: It depends at what point an officer receives/evaluates the application (Pre-read, 1st read, 2nd read, Committee), and this may vary from university to university. Generally, test scores and grades will be reviewed first. Essays, letters of recommendation and support, if applicable, and then extracurriculars/resums are reviewed in detail, in addition to any other information that may be in the applicants file perhaps an interview report. How each component of the application is rated or factored into whether or not an applicants file moves on is different at every school. The admissions websites of many schools make clear what they take into account when evaluating applications, so be sure to review this information if it is available. VT: What do you think is the single most important thing a student should make sure they present in the best possible way on their application? Brittany: Students need to demonstrate that they are capable of undertaking the level of academic work that will be expected and required of them at the collegiate level and at that particular college or university. VT: How should students go about determining the culture of a university, and whether they would be a good fit? Brittany: Fit is a two-way street. Do your research online and in person by visiting the campus if possible. Make contacts with admissions officers, current students, and alumni. Ask questions, take notes and reflect. Can you see yourself at university X? Will you be successful and happy there academically and socially? VT: Early-action, early-decision, binding/non-binding, regular decisions...With so many choices when applying, what do you recommend to students? Brittany: Do what is best for you taking into consideration your own unique situation. Dead-set on a certain university? Have you visited, done your homework over time, dont need to compare financial aid awards, and decided it is a great fit academically and otherwise? Then apply early decision. Really like a few schools but maybe arent so sure of which one you like best? Maybe your essays need work or maybe you need the fall semester to get your grades up a bit. Then apply regular decision. If you find yourself somewhere in between, early action could be an option. Either way (ED or EA), make sure you are very clear to differentiate between binding vs. non-binding agreements. VT: How important are grades and standardized test scores when admissions decisions are being made? Brittany: Extremely important. From my experience they are the foundation of the application, whether a school wants to be transparent regarding this level of importance or not. VT: What tips do you have for students asking their teachers for letters of recommendation? Brittany: Ask so far in advance that you think it may be too far in advance to ask. Life happens (recommenders have lives, too!) and you want to make sure they have enough time to complete and get the letter to the admissions office prior to the deadline. If you hesitate to ask early because you want them to get to know you more or better, well you are probably asking someone who does not know you well enough, and I would suggest finding a more appropriate recommender. Ask in person (self-explanatory), and if they say yes, set up a time to meet with them to go over your academic record, choice in major, essay topics, and any other information that may support your cause and may be important for a recommender to have, such as future plans (academic and extracurricular). Be sure to let them know the importance of making the letter detailed and unique to you general form letters add nothing to your candidacy. Visit B. Maschal Educational Consulting for more information.The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Arabic Immersion How Best to Do It.

Arabic Immersion How Best to Do It. Ditch the Classroom and Immerse Yourself in Arabic. ChaptersLanguage Immersion: Better Than Mere Language Classes.Which Country Should You Study Arabic In?How Do Arabic Immersion Courses Work?Getting a Student Visa in Arabic-speaking CountriesGetting Scholarships in Arabic-speaking CountriesHow to Study in the MaghrebThings to Be Aware Of.“Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself” - John DeweyImmersion in a country where Arabic is spoken as one of the official languages is one of the best ways to learn how to speak the Arabic language.  This only really works if you spend a good amount of time in a place.  Generally, we'd recommend at least a semester.According to UNESCO, there were 257,885 students on placements in the Middle East in 2012. 12.3% of them were in the United Arab Emirates and 8.5% were in Jordan.  The number of Arabic-speaking students coming to Western Europe is much lower.Whether you're interested in Islamic studies, want to learn more about Arabian culture, or are planning to travel to a Mi ddle Eastern country, immersion remains the best option when it comes to learning Arabic.In this article, we’re going to look at which Arabic-speaking country you should study in, how you get your visas and paperwork sorted in these countries, how to get scholarships for universities in Arabic-speaking countries, and what studying in North Africa is like. HalimaArabic Teacher £13/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors KotaibaArabic Teacher 5.00 (3) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SoledadArabic Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NancyArabic Teacher 5.00 (1) £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors TaouesArabic Teacher £8/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors DinaArabic Teacher £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AbrarArabic Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors UsamaArabic Teacher 5.00 (1) £17/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsLanguage Immersion: Better Than Mere Language Classes.If you really want to develop your proficiency in a foreign language, there is nothing better than enrolling onto a language learning course in a country that speaks that language. Attending a language program that meets for a class weekly is not even comparable.Language and culture are often deeply entwined - and attending language courses in that country gives the learner an insight not just into the new language, but into the world that speaks it too. Having the cultural coordinates of the second language you want to learn helps you make sense of the language itself. There are cultural references embedded in the language that will be clarified by your exposure to that culture. Meanwhile, learning colloquial expressions and Arabic phrases and dialects will help you sound like a native speaker.By studying in a context in which you cannot leave the classroom and speak English again is another fantastic part of language study abroad. You are forced to learn to speak from the very first moment - something which develops your fluency, vocabulary, and your pronunciation. It also, over time, prevents that mindset in which it is embarrassing to make mistakes: the possibility of communicative success in Arabic relies on you actually speaking Arabic - and the quicker you are comfortable with this the better.The change of mindset that comes with being in a different place helps the language learning experience too. Rather than being in the same classroom in your home town, you are much more likely to actually learn something with a radical shift in environment.Obviously, however, all this stuff obscures one of the most important aspects of the immersion experience. That's that it doesn't just help your language learning but it's incredibly inspiring, exciting, and enjoyable too. These will be some of the best experiences in your life, living in a different country, experiencing a way of life completely different to your own, and developing a larger sense of the world.Find great Arabic cours es London now.Which Country Should You Study Arabic In?It should be mentioned that not every country in the Arab world is somewhere you can go. Whilst the concern about the 'safety' of Arab countries is often a bit of a dog-whistle - with many in the west holding the problematic assumption that the Middle East is a dangerous, monolithic bloc - you should take the time to find out which countries are okay to visit and which are best avoided. For example, conflicts in Iraq, ongoing civil war in Syria and now Libya, and dictatorships in many other countries, make parts of the region risky for anyone who is not sensible and prepared.There are inherent risks no matter where you go. (Source: 8moments)The Arab spring resulted in instability in parts of North Africa as Arabs overthrew regimes in various countries.  As a rule of thumb, you should probably avoid border regions and certain countries in the Arabic-speaking world: Libya, Syria, Iraq, Somalia, Algeria, and Yemen.Additionally, in Saudi Arabia, the ruling powers don’t really have a great record when it comes to human rights.  This leaves countries such as Morocco, Tunisia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Oman.Generally speaking, the best places to go to learn the Arabic language are the United Arab Emirates and Egypt because the dialect of the latter is the closest to Modern Standard Arabic.You need to keep in mind that the security risk of Egypt is higher than some of the other countries on this list.  You can also study in Lebanon and Jordan, which have an even higher security risk.While you can travel on a tourist visa for 90 days in Morocco, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, you’ll need to get a student visa to start a university course or a language course at a language school.With all that said, there are plenty of countries where Arabic is the official language and plenty of Arab countries that are safe with welcoming and friendly people. Here's just a selection.Jordan.One of the most popular pla ces to take an Arabic immersion course, Jordan is a country known for such incredible sights as Petra, Jerash (an ancient Roman ruin), and the capital city, Amman. If you are looking to do Arabic immersion, the chances are you will find yourself in Amman, a busy, modern, and beautiful city.Known as one of the easier places to travel in the Middle East - as it attracts many tourists from the Arab world and Europe - it will provide a wonderful experience for anyone looking to learn Arabic whilst sampling the range of Arab culture.Find Arabic language course here.Egypt.Known for its pyramids, its ancient pharaohs and gods, and the mighty river Nile, Egypt will be forever on the map of those looking to see the world. And, whilst, these days, the political climate has become rather concerning, it remains a safe place to travel - as long as you don't head into the North Sinai nor into the desert west of the Nile. Take care, don't do anything risky, and follow government advice, and you'll have no trouble at all.The chances are that, if you take a language immersion course in Egypt, you'll be based in Cairo - the famous capital. However, there are also great opportunities to study in Alexandria and in Dahab - a spot famous for diving.Morocco.Morocco is the north-west African country that appears to extend an arm to reach Spain, separating the Mediterranean from the Atlantic. Owing to this geographical proximity to Europe, it enjoys a cultural proximity too - and it brands itself as the safest and easiest country in the Arab world in which to travel.Arabic language immersion experiences are available in Rabat - the capital city - in Marrakesh, and in Tangier. Whilst Marrakesh, the ancient city and popular tourist destination, might appeal more for its familiarity, beauty, and pace, Morocco's other cities are potentially even more interesting.UAE.The United Arab Emirates is a country that is historically, culturally, and demographically unique. Famous once only for its pearls, oil was discovered beneath the country in the 1950s. Since then, wealth has piled on wealth, and the state is now known for its two cities - Dubai and Abu Dhabi - that boast jaw-dropping architecture, pristine beaches, and a culture based on commerce.Travelling to these cities is, essentially, the norm: of a population of nine million people, only 1.4 million are actually Emirati citizens, with the rest being expats. Here, you'll be in good company - and there are plenty of language courses available.Lookup for Arabic courses for beginners here.How Do Arabic Immersion Courses Work?Arabic immersion courses - like all language immersion courses - work like any other language course in the UK. However, rather than a lesson a week or something like this, what you'll get is a much more intensive experience, studying between four and six hours a day.Across this time, you will be learning everything from the Arabic alphabet to pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar - the normal th ings you should expect from a language class.However, depending on where you will be, and the school you attend, you may have radically different experiences. If you are on a reasonably short trip for the language experience, the schools will organise sight-seeing trips at the weekends. They might organise evening visits to cultural experiences or social experiences for the students of the school. All of these things are designed to make your trip fun - but of course you are not obliged to attend.If you are attending university in an Arabic-speaking country, the experience will be much different - obviously. You will be living in the country properly, and unless the institution helps you out (see below), you will have to think about the social and life stuff yourself.How Much Should I Expect to Pay?Immersion experiences vary in terms of cost depending on the region you wish to visit, the length of your course, whether they provide accommodation, etc etc etc.As you can imagine, the G ulf States - such as UAE - are the most expensive in terms of cost of living, and the costs of immersion courses will reflect that. Entry level prices offered by the website, ESL, show the following:Morocco £295 / two weeksJordan £270 / two weeksUAE £1270 / one weekEgypt £380 / two weeksSo, whilst the UAE offers glitz, the costs may well be prohibitive. Regardless, it is well worth shopping around to see what the other options are like. HalimaArabic Teacher £13/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors KotaibaArabic Teacher 5.00 (3) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SoledadArabic Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NancyArabic Teacher 5.00 (1) £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors TaouesArabic Teacher £8/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors DinaArabic Teacher £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AbrarArabic Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors UsamaArabic Teacher 5.00 (1) £17/h1st lesson free!Discover all our t utorsGetting a Student Visa in Arabic-speaking CountriesFor example, if you want to live in Dubai or Abu Dhabi while you study, you’ll need a student visa.  The quality of life in the United Arab Emirates, where these cities are, is very high, notably due to:The subtropical desert climate where the average highs are 24 °C in January and 40 °C in JulyA high standard of livingAn excellent healthcare systemHigh-quality infrastructureAll of these things come from the fact that this state is absolutely filthy rich - due to the presence of oil.Once you've got your visa, you'll need to get your flights! (Source: jackmac34)Those from countries who are members of the Gulf Cooperation Council won’t have the same visa requirements.You’ll need a sponsor from the host university of the private school, a valid passport, and a copy of an admission letter.  Student visas are valid for 12 months. Depending on the situation, the visa can cost up to £600.You’ll need the following documents fo r a residency visa in Abu Dhabi or Dubai:A photocopy of your passportA colour ID photoMedical insurance valid in the United Arab EmiratesThe visa application formYou’ll also need to health insurance if the host university doesn’t cover this, which can cost up to between £10,000 and £15,000.If you’re heading to Amman, Jordan, where there are several universities, you’ll need a tourist or business visa before you go. You’ll change this visa once you get there.You can also study Arabic in Saudia Arabia. This country is notorious for its human rights, but you can get a visa if you’re studying there.  You’ll need to apply for a visa through visa agencies accredited to the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia.Getting Scholarships in Arabic-speaking CountriesStudying in the Middle East or member states of the Arab League often comes at a cost.You can learn Arabic in Doha! (Source: Konevi)This is why so many students apply for scholarships to help them pay for their studies and exp enses. Scholarships are usually given out in accordance with a student’s grades and the very best will be encouraged financially to continue their studies.These are generally provided by public organisations or by rich families. For example, the Saudi Royal Family also provide scholarships.Scholarships in QatarQatar University has a scholarship for students wanting to improve their level of Arabic. This is for those who already have a good understanding of Arabic but don’t speak it as a native language.Before you leave, we recommend you get intensive Arabic lessons from a private tutor so that you can get around once you’re there.You can improve your linguistic skills in Arabic such as writing, speaking, reading (from right to left), and learning more about the role of the language and the history of Arabic culture.The scholarship for Qatar University in Doha includes:Student visaResidence permitApplication fees and textbooksReturn flightsUniversity accommodationThree daily me alsYou should be aware that you’ll need a letter of recommendation and you’ll need to be able to speak in Arabic or English with the administration.There are three types of organisation that offer scholarships: The Qatar Foundation, the ruling family, and scholarships from UK universities.Arabic ScholarshipsThere are multiple scholarships available from host institutions in the UK for those wanting to study a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Arabic-speaking countries.  You can go to countries like Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, and Tunisia, for example.  That said, you can also get scholarships in Morocco, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates. You should have a look at different organisations offering bursaries and scholarships.How to Study in the MaghrebYou can also learn Arabic in Morocco and Tunisia.You can learn Arabic in Tunisia, too! (Source: Skitterphoto)The countries in the Maghreb (North Africa) also often speak French because many of them were once colonised by the French em pire.  Foreign students wanting to study in the Maghreb should probably get good A-Level or degree results.In Morocco, you’ll need to put together an application and get it to the “Agence Marocaine de Coopération International” (Moroccan International Cooperation Agency) before the 31st July each year.Your application needs to include:The routes or establishments the bursary will be for.The application form from the AMCI.Photocopies of results and transcripts.The student will receive a letter if their application is successful.Once you’re in Morocco, you’ll need to finish your registration at the university, find accommodation, and get a residency permit.Keep in mind that the dialect used in Morocco, also known as Moroccan Darija, is actually quite different from other dialects of Arabic. An Egyptian may not understand you if you speak this dialect of Arabic, for example.If you study in Tunisia, you’ll need a visa, a residence permit when you arrive, and to be accepted onto a course at a Tunisian school.Living in a country in the Maghreb allows you to benefit from a lower cost of living than in the UK or the countries in the Gulf.You’ll need six different documents to get your Tunisian residency permit:A certificate proving your enrollment at the universityThe receipt for the payment of your tuition feesYour lease contractTwo ID photosTwo tax stampsProof of financesProof of medical and accident insuranceThe steps you’ll need to take before you before going to an Arabic-speaking are similar to other countries around the world. After you’ve learnt Arabic, you’ll have quite the CV!Before you go, it's a good idea to get private tutorials from one of the private tutors on Superprof. You can get private one on one tutorials, online Arabic course, or group tutorials.Private tutorials are the most expensive per hour but arguably the most effective. Online tutorials offer a cheaper option for tailored tutorials as the tutors don't have travel costs to account for.If you're on a budget, group tutorials are cheaper per hour but your tutor's attention will be divided between you and the other students. That said, this is really useful if you're going to an Arabic-speaking country with some friends.Things to Be Aware Of.When traveling to a different country, the thing you need to remember is respect. There will be different ways of doing things: different customs, different ways of eating, different ideas of acceptable standards of behaviour. Some countries are more notorious than others for the strength of the standards they enforce - but the areas better-trodden by tourists are generally going to be more relaxed than the more remote places.Considering this, it is worth briefly covering some things that you might want to know before you get off the plane. Whilst this often sounds a little scary, it's best to know what you are dealing with.Drinking alcohol. - The consumption of alcohol in the Middle East is not so common as it is here. Let's say, it's best not to stumble down the street raucously waving a bottle of Bacardi. Some hotels serve alcohol, but don't expect it in every restaurant - and in Saudi Arabia, you'll find that possession of alcohol is just flat-out illegal.Covering up.  - Dressing modestly is something generally recommended when travelling in the Arab world. By this, we mean covering shoulders, legs, and - in the more conservative countries - even your hair. If you don't do this, you'll may receive unwanted attention, hassle, and touching. It's best to dress like the locals.Travelling as a woman.  - There are a lot of horror stories on this topic, and a general fearfulness around the advice for women. Generally speaking, it's not as bad as you may have heard. Again, the name of the game is do as the locals do.Eating.  - It's not all falafel and hummus, just to begin. Otherwise, it's important to know that you should eat with your right hand, and never your left. And, if you don't want to eat with your hands, practise your Arabic and just ask for a fork.  The important to remember in all this is that, with customs, you are allowed to get it wrong. Unless you are rude, offensive, or downright weird, no-one is going to care if you do something slightly different.

Why You Should Always Listen to the Quiet Ones - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Why You Should Always Listen to the Quiet Ones - Introvert Whisperer Why You Should Always Listen to the Quiet Ones Not everyone can be supremely confident in meetings or group discussions, but employers would be wise to listen to the quiet ones.   You’ll often find that those who shout loudest in the workplace are sometimes the ones with the least to say, while those who keep their peace will almost always bring something valuable to the conversation. Rather than give the floor to the most vocal individuals in the room, here is why employers should give the quiet ones more room to talk. Dominating meetings   We’ve all sat in meetings where people keep talking over one another, or voices get louder and louder as the discussion becomes more heated.   The most vocal people can generate a lot of heat and not much light, so determined to get their contribution heard that they completely switch off from what everyone else is saying. No meeting can progress if there’s too much voice-raising and not enough  listening, and therefore useful  debate.   If those in charge of the meeting want to make some real headway, the best course of action is to take charge, tell certain people to pipe down and maybe invite the quieter ones in the room to chip in.   Giving them a platform will encourage them to speak up if they do have a worthwhile contribution, but they’ll also know to pass the baton back if they have nothing to add. A way to get everyone in the room contributing is to go round the group, inviting people to share ideas and suggestions one at a time.  Some individuals dont like to be put on the spot, which is why its best to  inform  those contributing in the meeting beforehand to come prepared. Thoughtful Contributions Chances are that while everyone else is speaking, the quiet ones are mulling things over and will have something genuinely useful to contribute if and when they get the chance.   People who are too quick to jump in and have their say seldom offer up fully-formed ideas â€" if you’re too quick to open your mouth, what tumbles out is rarely worth hearing. That means that when the quiet ones do chip in, they really can have words of wisdom to impart.   You might spot them taking notes, which can be a good sign that it’s time to invite them to take the floor.   Never push someone to join in if they’re clearly not comfortable with the situation, but also don’t mistake shyness for disinterest.   They’re usually the most engaged people in the team. Time and Space Quieter team members aren’t always the strongest verbal communicators, but you’ll probably find they more than make up for that through the written word.   Inviting people to drop you an email if they have any more ideas after the meeting can be the quickest way to hear what the quieter ones are actually thinking, and their thoughts are just as valuable for being written down as they would be spoken out loud. Writing things down instead of speaking up also gives them more time to reflect and find the best way to phrase things.   If you get a follow-up email with something really valuable in it, you can always pass it on to the rest of the team.   Check that they don’t mind being credited with the ideas, though, because some people would rather remain under the radar. There’s truth to the saying that still waters run deep.   If you have quieter individuals on your team, be sure to give them the time and space they need to express things in a way they’re most comfortable with.   You’ll often find that those who keep quiet have the most to say. Lizzie Exton writes for Inspiring Interns, which specialises in sourcing candidates for  internships. To browse our  graduate jobs London listings, visit our website. Go to top Power-Influence-Office Politics: it comes down to your Strategic Relationships and understanding of how you build each one of these elements. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my video that outlines all of this and meaningful actions you can take today!   Start watching now by clicking here! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer

Building Self-Confidence in Academic Tutoring

Building Self-Confidence in Academic Tutoring “I’m stupid.”Nothing brings my lessons to a halt quicker than hearing a student say those two words. It breaks my heart to hear a student say that, and it is something that I have to address before the lesson continues. I have had many different students utter these words: some who were not doing the best in the class and who were just trying to catch up, some who are nearly at the top of the class and beating themselves up for not being the top person, and everywhere in between. Click here to read up on our approach to math tutoring!To the students who are trying to catch up: my job is to help you. I want you to succeed in your class. I understand that there are many reasons you could be either behind in your academics, or just not where you wanted to be: illness, stress, home-life, or just the class being a bit more difficult than what you imagined it would be. No matter the situation, I am not going to judge you. My job is to help you get through your class. I (nor anyone at AJ Tutoring) will think any less of you because you ask a question, or because you don’t know the solution right away, or because you don’t know the entire process. You are here to learn and practice just like everyone else. The more you ask, the better we understand where you are coming from, and the easier it is to help you through your class.To students near the top: stop comparing yourselves. Some of my students are actually great at math, but they don’t believe it because others in class are doing better. There will always be people who understand the material quicker than you, people who do better on tests, and people who get better grades. By constantly comparing yourself to someone else, you’re only seeing the things you don’t know, and you’re turning a blind eye to everything you do know and everything you got correct. It is good to challenge yourself and to try to be better, but simply focusing on the negative is not the way to do it. To everyone: your grade d oes not show how smart you are, whether you understand integrals the first or the twenty first time you see it does not determine if you’re intelligent or stupid. Everyone processes things at their own rate and how long it takes to process is not a direct correlation to your intelligence.The 1-on-1 environment at AJ Tutoring is ideal for building academic confidence in a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and working at their own pace. If you’d like to learn more about how we can help, give us a call.