How Higher Order Thinking Skills Lead to More Effective Problem Solving

How Higher Order Thinking Skills Lead to More Effective Problem Solving Solve Problems More Effectively Through Higher Order Thinking ChaptersWhat Is Thinking About?What Are Problems Solving Skills?How to Turn a Student into a Problem SolverThe Role of Problem-Solving in Higher Order ThinkingAs we all know, some problems have easy solutions and others require a bit more thought.By that, we obviously don’t mean thinking about a problem for a longer period of time while using the same parameters and variables.Problem-solving entails examining a situation from a variety of perspectives and with a host of different aspects to arrive at the best solution â€" not just for that problem but for the larger framework in which it manifested.What, exactly, are we talking about, here?We do not mean to infer that word problems in a math assignment represent the opportunity to apply problem-solving skills in the classroom.Such problems demand logical thinking, not critical thinking which leads to problem-solving.Who knew that there were so many different types of thinking involved in solving problems?This article examines the p remise of higher-order thinking, its component part called problem-solving and how critical thinking skills are vital to the effort.By asking the right questions, teachers are instrumental in helping student groups think Image by succo from Pixabaya single definition that wholly characterises thought.  Specialists in educational psychology are equally at loggerheads over the issue.Clearly, students must be given information â€" that is done by someone who is knowledgeable of facts... in other words, a teacher.Ideally, students would process that information, arrive at conclusions and connect concepts to form a knowledge base into which they will integrate new facts.Now things get a bit more tricky.Our school teachers are very good at imparting information. Given the chance, they would be equally adept at guiding students as they work with this information.The trouble is, in our current curriculum standards, there is usually only room for one learning activity: either presenting new information OR working with said information.Generally, the latter aspect of learning is relegated to homework assignments. In such instances, tutors are instrumental in helping students gain thinking skills.To be a problem solver, you must be an active listener! Image by Couleur from PixabayWhat Are Problems Solving Skills?Problems are opportunities in work clothes â€" Henry Kaiser, IndustrialistIn the workplace, problem-solving is generally defined as the ability to manage difficult situations and complex challenges.Do such situations exist in classrooms across the UK?As far as academics go, primary and secondary school students are usually not confronted with situations where they would need problem-solving skills.However, cultivating such abilities in the early stages of education would serve students well a bit later in life, perhaps at the undergraduate and graduate levels; and most certainly will impact their career goals.Thus, were students trained to solve problems as early as possible, it would benefit not just student learning but society as a whole.The question remains: if students are unlikely to encounter situations where problem-solving skills are needed, how should those skills be taught?Let’s break down exactly what problem-solving skills involve:Creativity â€" an aspect of student intellect that is unfortunately suppressed in the course of formal education.Communication: there is a distinct lack of opportunity for talking in class!Active listening â€" we hope our kids listen to their teachers but there is little chance in a group setting to practise active listening.Research and analysis: these skills play a limited role in classroom learning; they are more the purview of after-school assignmentsTeam building: in the current teacher-led instruction model, there is no place for this facet of problem-solving.Even under the current teaching demands, there is still room for teachers to help their students cultivate these skills.Do you know the difference between critical thinking and higher-order thinking?How to Turn a Student into a Problem SolverWe’re not taught how to think â€" Sasuke, university studentThis particular undergraduate student hit the nail on the head with her assertion.As far as our general education standards are concerned, a school teacher’s primary function is to push information and do their best to ensure high test scores.For educators, this is particularly galling because it appears that those aims and student achievement are mutually exclusive propositions if you consider that said achievement should mean that every student would become a critical thinker and problem solver.An effective way around that is to embrace active learning and creative thinking in everyday class activities.Teaching strategies could evolve to include asking open-ended questions which would challenge students’ comprehension of the material at hand.Naturally, inviting discussion would not necessarily work well in math and science classes; STEM facts are pretty much indisputable.  In such classes, a certain amount of memorization is necessary but the assigned work need not be a test of memory.For teachers of those subjects, group study would be an effective way to cement new knowledge. Furthermore, assigning project-based learning activities could have a formative influence on student learning.Here’s how such an assignment may look.Subject: math. The topic: percentages. The assignment: calculate a budget for a fictitious country.Students must first discuss what must be paid for: education, healthcare, environmental protection, civic matters such as road maintenance and policing, to name a few.Next, they would collectively calculate what percentage of funds should be allocated to each. The assignment culminates in a presentation of each group's proposed budget.Classroom activities such as these encourage students to think beyond their personal experiences and they elicit interest (who doesn’t l ike money!) all while making use of their newly-gained math skills.As for the educator in the room, s/he needs only to go from group to group, asking the types of questions that would stimulate further thought.Such a pedagogy is the trademark of a master teacher; it sets the stage for student engagement better than any teacher-centred methodology ever could!Allowing students to work as a team is a good way to build problem-solving skills Image by Alexas_Fotos from PixabayThe Role of Problem-Solving in Higher Order ThinkingWe described in a sister-article how higher-order thinking comprises of both critical thinking and problem-solving.The concept of higher order thinking itself has its roots in various learning taxonomies, among them Blooms Taxonomy.Benjamin Bloom, an American educational psychologist, theorised that learning follows a certain hierarchy determined by the complexity and specificity of what being learned.There is more than one way that we learn and, to make learning e ffective, all three domains should be addressed.Remember how we used the words affective, cognitive and psychomotor  earlier in this article?According to his theory, those are the three domains under which learning is classified.Applying this model, we see that psychomotor learning starts very early â€" in infancy, and then effective learning follows shortly after, as toddlers discover emotions and how to manage them.Cognitive learning really takes off once a child starts school; in fact, throughout a person’s academic career, this type of learning is the one that is overwhelmingly addressed while the other two domains are mostly ignored.That assertion poses a very serious question: if we do not teach students to reason according to emotional as well as intellectual knowledge, are we creating cognitive disparities that will ultimately affect how people function in society?Instructional strategies that incorporate both problem-solving and critical thinking would be an effective sol ution to that admittedly gloomy projection.Posing higher order thinking questions such as ‘Can you give me an example of...’ or ‘What is the difference between...’ takes students away from the mere spilling of facts on demand and smack into critical thinking territory.They draw on students’ prior knowledge and cause them to reflect on dissimilar or not-conspicuously related concepts.Let’s go back to our fictitious country budget example, only this time we project a student who has a severe medical condition that causes many trips to AE.As s/he reflects on the assignment, s/he remembers how many times s/he has taken ambulance rides and has had emergency medical treatment.Drawing on this experience, s/he would urge his group to include funds for emergency medical care into their budget â€" a facet of government budgeting that perhaps other students would not think to incorporate into their plan.This student and that group have moved beyond rote work. They are drawing on th eir multiple intelligences to complete that assignment most creatively.Later, as they share their work in class, other students could learn from their example, meaning that everyone enjoys enrichment!Meanwhile, the teacher may bask in the warm glow of being a knowledge facilitator...Tutors: know when to back off of a higher-order thinking exercise!

What to Know About AP Exams in 2017

What to Know About AP Exams in 2017 Because tests are constantly evolving, it can be difficult to keep track of everything you need to know. As we enter into 2017, it may help to think about AP exams in their entiretyevery test you could take, when theyre scheduled, and what youll need to do to prepare. While knowing the logistics of your exams is only the beginning, it is a crucial step in achieving your testing goals. Here is what you should know about AP exams in 2017: Where and when do I take my 2017 AP exams? If you remember the month of May, youre in good shapeall AP exams for 2017 take place during two weeks in May (May 1-5 and May 8-12). For a more specific breakdown, check the College Board's schedule. Students are not allowed to take AP exams early, and local coordinators will announce test locations. If youve got two exams at the same time, you can reschedule one of them for later in May. By July, you should know how you did on your examby mid-July, you should have the results of any exams youmay have rescheduled to take later in May. [RELATED: A Scoring Guide to AP Exams] How do I register for my 2017 AP exams? Of course, youll have to first register for AP exams, which must be done through your school with an accompanying fee. Begin by inquiring as to whether or not your school has an AP exam coordinatorthat person should have all the information necessary and can advise you on appropriate coursework, though you are not required to take the corresponding AP course in order to take the exam. If your school does not offer AP classes (or if youre homeschooled), you should contact AP Services no later than March and ask them to put you in touch with a local coordinator who can help you out. What should I bring to my AP exam test days? While it may seem like months away, it doesnt hurt to know well ahead of time what youll need to have with you test day. For instance, youll need to know your schools six-digit code (theres one for homeschooled students as well). If youre taking an exam at another school, be sure to use the code for the school you attend. For a more comprehensive list of materials you can and cannot bring, check the College Board site. How should I prep for my 2017 AP exams? Believe it or not, May will be here before you know itand students who study appropriately are more likely to perform infinitely better on their AP exams. Now is a great time to commit to taking one or more exams. Knowing theres a test in your future makes it easier to pay attention and form a study plan that will work for you. If you havent already, consider meeting with your high school guidance counselor to seek any advice on AP exam prep. You may also want to take a closer look at identifying your learning style. Both of these actionable steps can help you tailor an AP test prep plan that works for you. Bonus tip: dont forget about practice tests! There are many free AP practice tests to help you determine your strengths and weaknesses. [RELATED: What You Need to Know About the New AP Calculus Exams] Finally, make a detailed timeline to give you an idea of what will be necessary and when as you prepare for your 2017 AP exam(s). If youre taking a corresponding AP class, you might note when youre going to cover certain topics, particularly if you feel like you may need extra study time with them. If youre taking the exam without an accompanying course, make a more detailed schedule of when youll independently cover exam topics. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to address problem areas and sharpen your skills. Take preparation seriously and youll be on your way to a stellar AP score! Any topics you want to know more about? Let us know! The Varsity Tutors Blog editors love hearing your feedback and opinions. Feel free to email us at blog@varsitytutors.com.

Accounting Glossary

Accounting Glossary Accounting Activities Accounting vocabulary word cloud Accounting Activities French translations English definitions Pronunciation Accounting vocabulary card game Accounting Listening Resources Careers: The Real World of Accounting How to use AccountingCoach.com to Learn Accounting for Free Accounting Reading Resources A day in the life of an Accountant/Auditor What can I do with a degree in Accounting? 3 Reasons to Become an Accountant 5 Reasons Why You Should Become an Accountant 3 Reasons to Pursue a Financial Profession Grammar for  Accounting Online ESL grammar checker Glossary of Accounting account A record or statement of financial expenditure or receipts relating to a particular period or purpose. account payable A liability account showing how much is owed for goods and services purchased on credit; the problem was to match receivables and payables in the same currency account reconciliation The act of confirming that the balance in ones checkbook matches the corresponding bank statement. Accounting The systematic and comprehensive recording of financial transactions pertaining to a business. accounts receivable Sales made but not paid for by customers (trade debtors), shown as current (short-term) assets in a balance sheet and are, in fact, unsecured promises by customers to pay accumulated depreciation The total depreciation on a tangible asset accumulated up to a specified date. This amount is subtracted from the original cost or valuation of the asset to arrive at its book value. amortize Reduce or pay off (a debt) with regular payments amount A quantity of something, especially the total of a thing or things in number, size, value, or extent asset An item of property owned by a person or company, regarded as having value and available to meet debts, commitments, or legacies assignment credit The book credit leveraged against the fiduciary assignment of a companys receivables. association An organization of people with a common purpose and having a formal structure. balance sheet A financial statement that summarizes a companys assets, liabilities and shareholders equity at a specific point in time balance sheet analysis An analysis of a companys assets, liabilities and equity usually conducted at set intervals, such as quarterly or annually. bank loan Money borrowed from a bank bankruptcy A legal proceeding involving a person or business that is unable to repay outstanding debts. breakeven point The point at which the income from the sale of a product or service equals the invested costs, resulting in neither profit nor loss; the stage at which income equals expenditure. budget An estimate, often itemized, of expected income and expense for a given period in the future. budgetary accountability The process in Government Accounting of recording budgetary amounts in the accounts of a fund. capital account That part of the balance of payments recording a nations outflow and inflow of financial securities capitalized interest Interest that is not immediately expensed, but instead is treated as an asset and amortized over time in the income statement. cash cycle The length of time between the purchase of raw materials and the collection of accounts receivable generated in the sale of the final product. cash flow The total amount of money being transferred into and out of a business, especially as affecting liquidity. charge off The declaration by a creditor (usually a credit card account) that an amount of debt is unlikely to be collected. This occurs when a consumer becomes severely delinquent on a debt. chart of accounts A created list of the accounts used by a business entity to define each class of items for which money or the equivalent is spent or received. commission the act of committing or giving in charge conservatism The belief that business systems should follow a safe approach to business practices. contract An  agreement between two or more parties to do or not do something specified. credit The deduction of a payment made by a debtor from an amount due. current assets Any asset expected to last or be in use for less than one year. current liabilities Obligations such as deferred dividend, trade credit, and unpaid taxes, arising in the normal course of a business and due for payment within a year. customer A party that receives or consumes products (goods or services) and has the ability to choose between different products and suppliers. debt Something, typically money, that is owed or due. debtor A company or individual that owes a sum of money. deferred revenue Revenue that is considered a liability until it becomes relevant to the business at hand, such as a payment received for work that has not yet been performed. discount A deduction from the usual cost of something. doubtful account Name given to an account that records the sums (accounts) whose collection looks uncertain. Such accounts are termed bad debts and are usually written off against the profit of the firm as expense. down payment An initial payment made when something is bought on credit. employer A person or business that employs one or more people, especially for wages. equity Total assets minus total liabilities; also called net worth or book value. expenditure The act of expending something, especially funds; disbursement; consumption. federal Pertaining to or of the nature of a union of states under a central government distinct from the individual governments of the separate states. finance The management of revenues; the conduct or transaction of money matters. financial statement A document showing credits and debits. fixed costs A periodic cost that remains more or less unchanged irrespective of the output level or sales revenue, such as depreciation, insurance, interest, rent, salaries and wages. free cash flow The amount of cash that a company has left over after it has paid all of its expenses, including investments. functional currency Currency of the country (called the primary environment ) in which a firm conducts its business activities and generates most or all of its income and expenses. goodwill An intangible asset that arises as a result of the acquisition of one company by another for a premium value. gross income Receipts and gains from all sources less the cost of goods sold. Also called gross margin and gross profit. gross profit Sales minus all costs directly related to those sales, including manufacturing expenses, raw materials, labor, selling, marketing and other expenses. intangible asset Reputation, name recognition, and intellectual property such as knowledge and know how. interest A charge for a loan, usually a percentage of the amount loaned. interest expense The amount allocated for interest payments made by a company. investment The action or process of investing money for profit. leasehold improvement A physical improvement made to a facility by a lessee that enhances the value of the facility. liability An obligation that legally binds an individual or company to settle a debt. license Authorize the use, performance, or release of something. liquid assets Assets in the form of cash. liquidity The availability of liquid assets to a market or company. loan A sum of money borrowed and expected to be paid back with interest. loss The result of selling assets for a price lower than the original purchase price. margin The difference between a sale price and a cost. margin of safety An excess of a company’s actual sales revenue over the breakeven sales revenue, usually expressed as a percentage. mortgage A debt instrument that is secured by the collateral of specified real estate property and that the borrower is obliged to pay back with a predetermined set of payments. net earnings The total revenue in an accounting period minus all expenses during the same period. opening balance The new amount on their balance sheet after financial statements are completed. operating expense An expense incurred in carrying out an organizations day-to-day activities, but not directly associated with production. overdraft A loan arrangement under which a bank extends credit up to a maximum amount against which a current checking account customer can write checks or make withdrawals. pension A regular payment made during a persons retirement from an investment fund to which that person or their employer has contributed during their working life. periodic inventory system A system where a business calculates its inventory by physically counting items at end of each accounting period rather than updating inventory continuously. perpetual inventory system A system where a business updates the quantity and availability of its inventory on a continuous basis, after each purchase or sale. prime cost The direct cost of a commodity in terms of the materials and labor involved in its production, excluding fixed costs. profit A financial gain, especially the difference between the amount earned and the amount spent in buying, operating, or producing something. purchase Acquisition through the payment of money or its equivalent. real estate Property consisting of land or buildings. residual value Estimated scrap value of an asset at the end of its economic or useful life. retained earnings Profit generated by a company that is not distributed to shareholders as dividends but is either reinvested in the business or kept as reserve for specific objectives. return on net assets A measure of a companys financial performance, equal to net income divided by the sum of fixed assets and net working capital. running cost Money spent by a company for the purpose of managing the business and/or for operating machinery for use in the business. salary A fixed amount periodically paid to a person for regular work or services. share A unit of account for the capital or stock of a company. shareholder An owner of shares in a company. solvency The ability to meet maturing obligations as they come due. stock The capital raised by a business or corporation through the issue and subscription of shares. tangible asset Equipment, machinery, plant, property that has long-term physical existence or is acquired for use in the operations of the business and not for sale to customers. tax A compulsory contribution to state revenue, levied by the government on workers income and business profits or added to the cost of some goods, services, and transactions. transfer pricing The price that is assumed to have been charged by one part of a company for products and services it provides to another part of the same company, in order to calculate each divisions profit and loss separately. trial balance A statement of all the open debit and credit items in a double-entry ledger, made to test their equality. variable cost A periodic cost that varies in step with the output or the sales revenue of a company. Variable costs include raw material, energy usage, labor, distribution costs, etc. wages Money that is paid or received for work or services, as by the hour, day, or week.       Please follow and like us:

Give Back - Phrasal Verb of the Day

Give Back - Phrasal Verb of the Day Todays phrasal verb of the day is: Give BackInfinitive form: Give BackPresent Tense: Give back/Gives backing form: Giving BackPast tense: Gave BackParticiple: Given BackIt is a separable phrasal verb that can be used in two ways:1. When you return something to someone.I gave her dress back, after I finished wearing it.2. To contribute something to a community, foundation, or charity.She gives back to her community by volunteering at the local schools.Exercises: Write your answers in comments and we will correct them.Write three sentences by inserting the objects in parentheses.Example: (my phone, it) Give back please. - Give it back, please. Give my phone back, please. Give back my phone, please.1. (the newspaper, it) Give back when you are finished reading.2. (the keys, them) Give back when you check out of the hotel.3. (the money he borrowed, it) He gave back  to his parents.  Complete the sentences with the correct form of give back.1. You dont need to ____ ____ the money I gave you.2. Have you ever ____ anything ____ to your community?3. I am ______ ____ this birthday present. It cost too much money!

Second wave of university strikes to affect millions of students - Tutor Hunt Blog

Second wave of university strikes to affect millions of students Over a million students will miss out on lectures in second wave of university strikes Over a million students will miss out on lectures in second wave of university strikesUniversitiesMost young schoolchildren will very likely be only too happy to learn their school has closed for the day. They might be compelled to feign disappointment, but secretly many of them will probably be delighted that they have an unexpected day off from school, thanks to excessive snow, flooding, or some other unforeseen incident. One would hope that university students are be more concerned about missing lessons, but I can recall, back when I was studying for my degree, feeling delighted when I was informed a lecture was to be cancelled. To be quite honest, my peers and I simply saw this as an excuse to visit the student union bar. Of course this was back when there were no university fees, when I was lucky enough to study for a degree without having to pay tens of thousands of pounds. So how do students feel now, given the high fees they are required to pay, when they learn the lecture they have paid to attend has been cancelled? The University and college union (UCU), a British trade union for higher education, has announced that 74 universities are planning 14 days of strikes, over disputes staff are having with pensions, working conditions and pay. It is thought that more than a million students could be adversely affected by this, the second wave of mass walkouts across the UK. Last November and December saw eight days of strikes, involving tens of thousands of workers across 60 universities. Angela Rayner, current Shadow Secretary of State for Education, commented on these strikes last year, imploring universities to put students first, and to bring `a reasonable offer back to the negotiating table` to prevent hundreds of teaching hours being lost. With students leaving university with, on average, around 30,000 worth of debt, I can well understand how frustrating it must be to have parts of your course just cancelled. In any other sector, be it the leisure or service industry, compensation would definitely be forthcoming, but it seems these thousands of students are just going to have to accept that large parts of their courses, education they have paid for, will simply not be delivered. The UCU has warned that there will possibly be even more strikes going into the summer term if these disputes are not resolved, with Jo Grady, the General Secretary of the trade union warning `If universities want to avoid further disruption they need to deal with rising pension costs, and address the problems over pay and conditions.` Tom Barton, a student in his third year at Sheffield Hallam University, has said that his dissertation could suffer because of the walkouts, as he will have no one to offer academic advice for two whole weeks. Mr Barton has been motivated to create a petition for all those students who have been adversely affected by the industrial action, and has said the strikes of last winter were very detrimental to his studies, as `I had a piece of work that I needed feedback on, but I couldn`t get in touch with my tutor to get the feedback.` `This led me to completely rush my work when they came back off strike to meet a deadline, which I fully believe got me a much worse mark than I should have.` The petition requests that each student affected by the strikes should receive at least 860 in compensation. Such is the chagrin amongst the student body that Mr Barton`s petition received an astonishing 6000 signatures in less than 24 hours. The figure hasn`t just been chosen arbitrarily, but rather accords with the calculated cost of the tuition the students will be missing. `We are paying 863.33 for 14 days of study which we won`t receive,` the petition explains. I fully support the rights of workers to strike, but at the expense of students` education well, that certainly gives pause for thought. Across the country pension costs are rising, and it may simply be the case that universities are simply not funded enough to meet these increased costs. Commenting on this a spokesperson for Universities UK, a national representative for the employers, in this case the universities, has said: `We regret that UCU are planning further strike action at a time when positive talks on the future of the scheme are making significant progress and are ongoing.` `Despite this, UCU continue to request that employers pay still higher contributions at unaffordable levels. The best way forward is to work collectively to secure a pension scheme that is highly valued and affordable for all.` `By law, pension costs had to rise to maintain current benefits. Employers have agreed to cover 65 per cent of these increased costs, taking their contribution to 21.1 per cent of salaries from October 2019 together committing 250m more a year. Members have been asked to make a fair contribution too.` One can only hope that these matters are resolved before students begin to be put off applying for university, in the belief that they could be paying for a substantial number of classes they simply won`t receive. Thankfully such lengthy strikes have not yet affected primary and secondary schools, but who knows what the future will hold? 20 days ago0Add a Comment

Chinese students! Prepare for the CET4 with italki and Memrise!

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Prepare for the CET4 with italki and Memrise! italki has teamed up with our friends at Memrise and created the italki.com CET4 course for our  Chinese users!  Memrise is an online learning community where one can learn almost anything in the world, including language, entirely for free! italki has created a course on Memrise called the italki.com CET4 course!    This course is for our Chinese users who want to pass the CET4 test.  The College English Test, better known as the CET, is the national English as a foreign language test in China. Its the most important foreign language test for Chinese students trying to get into college and postgraduate programs! Now you can get the italki.com CET4  course  on Android phone or Android tablet device to prepare for your college English test! How do I get it? Just follow these simple steps to start preparing for the CET4: 1. Install the Memrise ??? 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Optimally, shoot for 15-30 minutes a day. So what are you waiting for?  Download Memrise today and get the italki.com CET4 course now!   Chinese students! Prepare for the CET4 with italki and Memrise! For English translation scroll down ??????!-?Memrise??italki?????????????! italki??? Memrise  ??,???????????????????????????Memrise??????????????,??????????????????,????????????App?????????!???????????? italki???Memrise???????italki.com CET4 course! ????????????????????????????????????????????????????????,?????????????????? ?????????????,???????????! ????? ????????????????????????: 1. ????????Memrise???? ??????(??????????????????)??italki?????????????????????????????????:http://www.wandoujia.com/search?key=memrise 2. ??????Memrise??? ????Memrise?????,????????italki???? ????????????:????25?????,?????????? 3. ????! ?????????????????,??????????????????,??????italki??????????,??????????,????15-30????????????? ????????????Memrise???????????!??,?????,?????????! [Translated from Chinese] Chinese students! Prepare for the CET4 with italki and Memrise! italki has teamed up with our friends at Memrise and created the italki.com CET4 course for our  Chinese users!  Memrise is an online learning community where one can learn almost anything in the world, including language, entirely for free! italki has created a course on Memrise called the italki.com CET4 course!    This course is for our Chinese users who want to pass the CET4 test.  The College English Test, better known as the CET, is the national English as a foreign language test in China. Its the most important foreign language test for Chinese students trying to get into college and postgraduate programs! Now you can get the italki.com CET4  course  on Android phone or Android tablet device to prepare for your college English test! How do I get it? Just follow these simple steps to start preparing for the CET4: 1. Install the Memrise ??? (Chinese version) For Android Phone or Android Tablet  (Sorry this is only available on Android for now) Currently our  italki.com CET4  course is only available on the  Wan Dou Jia Android Market  ???????.  Download and install the Memrise Android App (if you dont have it already!) by clicking on the link:  http://www.wandoujia.com/search?key=memrise Create a new Memrise user account 2. Select and load the italki.com CET4 course After installing Memrise, select a new course for learning English and youll see the  italki.com CET4  course.    Select that course and it will load the course content onto your phone.   Note: This is a large course with over 25 levels so it may take some time to load up. 3. Start Learning the CET4! Our recommendation is to study for a little bit everyday rather than huge chunks in one go. Regular review is very helpful for learning, and the italki.com CET4 on Memrise is designed to help people who can spare a few minutes for learning quite regularly. 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4 Reasons to Pay Attention in Economics Class - TutorNerds

4 Reasons to Pay Attention in Economics Class - TutorNerds Tips from a San Diego Economics Tutor: 4 Reasons to pay attention in economics class Every high school senior will take a semester of economics. Its a tough class, and many students will find some of the theory difficult to comprehend at first. This makes sense because economic systems are complex and confusing. They vary from country to country and are easier to understand when people have been in the workforce for a few years. However, its essential for students to have an understanding of the economy in which they live so they can venture out into college and career with their eyes open and make smart decisions about personal finance our private San Diego economics tutors are here to help you succeed in economics class. 1. Learn about economic cycles One of the first things Econ students will learn about is the different economic cycles that take place throughout history. Its good for students to know that a booming economy will eventually wane and a recession will eventually end. Most things are temporary, and students should be prepared for different situations throughout their adulthood. Its fantastic if students can learn these basics before they go off to college or start working. The cycle in which they graduate will greatly affect their opportunities at the time and can help them choose a positive career path that will put them in a good place for their future. 2. Focus on personal opportunities Paying attention to economics classes can also help students learn about personal opportunities. Although it can seem miles away for a high school student, things, like renting an apartment, leasing a car, and eventually buying a house, are not that far away. Students can also research which career fields will give them the lifestyle they want to have and how they can fit their skill set into the current economy. Some career fields will have a lot of competition while others will be looking to hire tons of entry-level people (READ: 4 Ways to Come Back from a Bad Grade). 3. Become educated about personal finance Economics classes can also help students become well-educated about their finance. Students who have a summer job will already know a little bit about the value of the dollar and how quickly it can be spent. Once students go off to college, theyll have to deal with student loan debt, credit cards, a personal budget, and living expenses. Knowing even a little about how to budget money can make a world of difference for a college student going out into the adult world for the first time. 4. Make good career decisions Students can also learn how to make smart career decisions by studying the economy. They want to learn skills that will not be replaced by technology in the next few years, but they also want to learn how to use technology in their favor. Its a great idea to go into an in-demand career field but whats in demand today might be different from what will be in demand 5 or 10 years from now. Studying the economy can help inform students of what society is looking for shortly and what skills will be necessary to keep the economy rolling. Students can also research the median salary of different career fields in their area and learn about the cost of living vs. standard of living in different parts of the country. $1 can mean very different things depending on where a student lives and what lifestyle they have. Struggling in economics class? Our private, in-home San Diego economics tutoring will help you succeed. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.