A New Look At Chemistry And Biology At The S.J.SU Chemistry Department

A New Look At Chemistry And Biology At The S.J.SU Chemistry DepartmentThe California State University San Marcos offers a wide variety of science and math courses, including programs for individuals who are not completely fluent in English. This is perfect for students who need to catch up on what they missed in their studies, as well as for those who are not as confident in their English skills as their classmates are.The chemistry department offers students the chance to learn about the chemistry used in the construction of houses, food and medicine. The program even gives students the opportunity to pursue careers in this field. What they choose to do will depend on their interests and what the school deems is best for them.There is also a program in the psychology department that allows students to pursue a career in psychology. Students interested in this program will need to meet certain criteria to earn their degree. This will include having great grades and meeting other requ irements such as taking courses on major issues in psychology.In addition to being able to obtain credits for those courses that they have already taken, students can take online classes. These courses are preferred by most because they do not require traveling to class, lodging or any other expenses. The only exception to this is the lab course, which can be taken at a local library instead of an actual lab space. The students also have access to live assistance at all times when taking this course.Because these types of science classes are offered at CSUSM, the community is not isolated. Students do not have to go far to be able to attend the classes and the school itself provides plenty of clubs and activities for students. Some schools require students to take their courses from a different area, but students at CSUSM are able to do both.Of course, this is not to say that the science department does not have its own interests. There are many special programs and services offered in order to provide students with a fun and satisfying education. These include the student-run College Republicans, the College Democrats and the Judicial Board, all of which offer valuable insight on the politics of the students' school.Students can also choose to study business administration or medicine, for example. The list goes on and is one of the reasons why the school has been so successful. The chemistry department offers a wide variety of different programs for students to choose from, from high school science programs to calculus.Biology, on the other hand, has an independent study program that allows students to learn about the world around them and learn how it operates. In addition to learning how the physical world works, students will also learn about the natural world and study the importance of organic chemistry. This is a valuable skill that can benefit them later in life.

The Changing Face of Private Tuition

The Changing Face of Private Tuition What does the Future hold for Private Tutors? ChaptersAddressing the Decline in Students' PerformanceLearning Apps and GamesSkype and Interactive Tutoring OnlineDelegating to Online TutorsThe Increasing Role of Personal TutorsOur world is changing fast. Everything is going digital, which is impacting all aspects of our lives, including the education system.It's worth considering, then, what the private tutoring of tomorrow will look like.Between the emergence and availability of new technologies, a wider array of teacher specialisations and, above all, a more systematic approach to home tuition, the following are our predictions. CalumDrama School Entrance Teacher 5.00 (15) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ToriSpanish Teacher 5.00 (1) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors OliviaSchool support Teacher 5.00 (2) £21/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkESOL (English) Teacher 4.76 (17) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YuweiChinese Teacher 4.33 (6) £19/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JenniferMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LouiseAutoCAD Teacher 5.00 (3) £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RickyPercussion Teacher 5.00 (7) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NicolasGuitar Teacher 5.00 (2) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MyriamOrganic chemistry Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JonathanEconomics Teacher 5.00 (9) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Oluwakemi imoleMaths Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AlexPhysics Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AdamSinging Teacher 5.00 (14) £48/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValentiniMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (2) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MilenaMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RashmiEconomics Teacher 5.00 (1) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsAddressing the D ecline in Students' PerformanceDespite years of promises by successive governments, the UK has failed to improve its ranking worldwide in terms of education, lagging behind the leading countries in terms of performance.2016's GCSE results showed a record decline, with the overall proportion of entries achieving A* to C dropping from 69% to 66.9%. The year's results were down for maths, English, history and geography.Parents often look to private tutors to improve their children’s exam grades (Source: Flickr.com â€" bitjungle)This comes at a time when parents  are increasingly looking to private tuition to help improve their children's performance. It is telling that the most sought-after subject is maths, at a time when the UK hit its lowest ever worldwide programme for international student assessment (Pisa) ranking in the subject.Scotland fared worse than England in reading and maths, falling thirteen and seven points respectively from 2012 figures.Russell Hobby, leader of the N ational Association of Head Teachers, voiced concerns that the results showed “a lost decade” during which the government had pursued an “obsession” with structural change which resulted in “little impact on either standards or equity”.What conclusions can we draw from this? Is the school system in decline, or has  students' performance suffered? Should we embrace or be wary of new technologies and teaching methods?How do current trends fit into the history of private tuition?Personal Tutors: A Real AlternativeAt Superprof, we believe that, faced with this failure, students need complementary solutions that work in parallel with mainstream school education: We're talking about the use of private tutors for your benefit.Private lessons are going digital - Read more about the future of tutoring here on Superprof.It's important not to overburden pupils who already receive nearly 40 hours of instruction per week at school or college, but just a few hours a week in the compan y of a private tutor can provide a great learning environment leading to significant improvement. There are several reasons for this:Greater concentration by the pupil, who is not subject to the many disturbances of the classroom.One to one tuition allows the student to receive the full attention of her teacher.The opportunity to ask any question that comes to mind: Something which few children feel comfortable doing in the school classroom.An environment in which a student's knowledge gaps can be filled in one by one: Something that a teacher in charge of a class of thirty students simply does not have the opportunity to do.Private lessons are a great way to improve pupils’ performance (Source: Pixabay.com - Sasint)For all these reasons, we believe that private tutoring is a solution that will be increasingly adopted in the future.Learning Apps and GamesIt's impossible to envision the future of tutoring without looking at the world of educational apps and games.Already used by ma ny on a daily basis in a diverse range of topics, how can their popularity but increase?There are hundreds of apps to help you learn maths  (Source: Google Play Store)Many working in education have been quick to latch on to the idea of combing education and new technologies. This explains why you can already find hundreds of educational apps, for Android, Windows and iPhone.As a quick example, visit the relevant app store for your device and search for 'maths'.You'll come across, at a glance, between 200 and 300 applications on the topic:Mathematical formulasMultiplication tablesTips for learningExercises based on themesMathematics for childrenFractionsGeometryMaths gamesMental calculationsFrom this quick look alone, you can see the multitude of options already on offer. This is also true of other subjects including English, foreign languages, history and geography. It leaves little doubt that home tutoring will also make use of the increasing range of practical, digital materials o ut there.While the face-to-face interaction of teacher and pupil will be hard to replace with digital means, we already see the presence of tablets and other devices in schools, and increasingly the use of quality applications to support learning.Elsewhere on our blog, you can read about tuition, worldwide. CalumDrama School Entrance Teacher 5.00 (15) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ToriSpanish Teacher 5.00 (1) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors OliviaSchool support Teacher 5.00 (2) £21/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkESOL (English) Teacher 4.76 (17) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YuweiChinese Teacher 4.33 (6) £19/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JenniferMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LouiseAutoCAD Teacher 5.00 (3) £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RickyPercussion Teacher 5.00 (7) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NicolasGuitar Teacher 5.00 (2 ) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MyriamOrganic chemistry Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JonathanEconomics Teacher 5.00 (9) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Oluwakemi imoleMaths Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AlexPhysics Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AdamSinging Teacher 5.00 (14) £48/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValentiniMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (2) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MilenaMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RashmiEconomics Teacher 5.00 (1) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsSkype and Interactive Tutoring OnlineIs it really essential that private tutor be in the same room as her pupil?While it may be preferable in some cases, there's nothing to stop a student from conversing clearly and easily with an interlocutor based somewhere else in the UK or indeed anywhere in t he world.This, too, is the shape of private tuition of tomorrow: Making use of technology to learn. Parents, looking for a reputable teacher for their child, might be disappointed  by the  lack of availability of tutors in their area like tutors London. Here, video chat software like Skype, Hangouts and more can close the physical gap.You can even take music lessons online (Source: Pixabay.com - nightowl)Foreign languages also occupy an increasingly prominent place in our lives. We use them to communicate on trips, or simply at work.In order to progress in Spanish, Arabic of French, many parents look for private tutors for their children.However, the best teachers, and often native speakers living in their native countries, are not to be found nearby. So, why not take to the web, and let students converse with private teachers located anywhere in the world, without having to leave home!Private lessons of tomorrow will doubtless include such a remote model of online tutoring.Delegati ng to Online TutorsAt Superprof, we are well-placed to provide such support.Parents no longer hesitate to entrust their child's education, even homework and revision, to an online tutor. This is undeniably a growth area. But why?First, we can point to the above mentioned issue of a perceived decline in the quality of mainstream education and in students' performance, which drives parents to look for help from personal tutors.Secondly, we are in the midsts of a sharp increase in the range of  private tutoring services offered, enabling access to a larger number of home tutors.Thirdly, there are an increasing number of topics for students to explore.Teachers also remark on another factor: That parents increasingly tend to work longer hours, in which case it's natural that they have less time available to help their own children.What does private tuition have in store? (Source: Pixabay.com - sasint)The long tradition of getting a helping hand from mum or dad on the day's homework may b e in decline. So too is that of revising for exams with parent's help, despite the fact that today's parents have more years of study under their collective belts than previous generations and so are, academically speaking, more capable of helping their offspring.All this makes  private tuition is a matter of exchange, and one which comprises parents, students and tutors.The Increasing Role of Personal TutorsHomework is part of every student's schooling. It's one in which some parents leave their children to their own devices, while others call on a home tutor, who visits several times a week to lend a welcome hand. This allows the child to receive learning support beyond that which the parents could provide.So will be the private tutoring of  tomorrow: A more widespread role for the personal teacher in the context of after-school tuition at home. Because of their increasing diversity, but also due to more demands on parents' time, private teachers will become, in the near future, t he obvious go-to in helping children in their education.Moreover, they will bring different methods, sometimes modelled on those of the formal education system, at other times more specific to their own particular teaching experience, and including the new possibilities that technology has to offer.If you're a teacher, you can read about the state of the private tuition industry  in the UK here, on our blog.

How To Write Poetry

How To Write Poetry A Beginner’s Guide To Poetry ChaptersHow To Write Poetry For BeginnersPoetry Devices And TechniquesTips For Reciting PoetryHow To Publish PoetryThe exercise of writing Poetry is difficult, mesmerising, challenging, and rewarding, all at once. So it’s no wonder that many are drawn to the world of poetry and would like to learn more about it.Classic poets, like Shakespeare; orUp-and-coming poets.This will help to broaden your understanding of common and effective poetic techniques, keep you up-to-date with the world of poetry, and may also give you some inspiration when writing poems.The other main issue that new poets face is how to start a poem. If you’re struggling to put your first few words to paper, try and draw from personal experience to get started. For example:Think of a childhood memory that you vividly remember and describe that;Try to describe what you’ve done today, or describe something eventful that has happened in the past few weeks; orPick up an object close to you and describe that.Althoug h these are just a few techniques, helping to focus your thoughts on something personal can often help to open up your writing and get your initial thoughts down. From there, you can revise, edit, or change topic as you would like.Reading Shakespeare can be really useful when boosting your knowledge of poetry. (Image: CC BY 2.0, Ungry Young Man, Flickr)Poetry Devices And TechniquesOne of the first things that a would-be poet should master is poetic or literary devices. The joy of poetic devices is the fact that they can be used within a poem to great effect, as they can enhance a poem in a number of ways. For example, poetic devices can:Add to the imagery of a poem;Create additional sounds that impact a poem; orShape the overall form and tone of the poem.Although there is a wide range of poetic devices out there, committing to learning one or two new devices each week can be a great way to improve your skills as a poet, which should, in turn, improve the quality of your writing.Some common poetic devices include simile, metaphor, alliteration, and onomatopoeia, although as stated above there are many more out there.The important thing to remember is that, while poetic devices are a fantastic tool when writing poetry, their use is not obligatory. As such, you shouldn’t feel pressured to cram as many poetic devices as possible into your works. If you don't want to use iambic pentameter in your poem - then you don't have to!Indeed, some poetic devices, such as the use of rhyme or rhyming couplets, aren’t as popular as they once were, so rhyming words may not be appropriate for your poem.When deciding which poetic devices to use, think about what you want to achieve with your poem, what the overall meaning of your poem is, and what emotion or feelings you want to convey to the reader. This should then help direct your thoughts and let you select the most appropriate techniques to use for that piece of work.If you want to learn more about poetic techniques and devices, you could also look to hire a poetry or English tutor to help expand your knowledge. Superprof has a wide range of English and poetry tutors available that will be able to guide you through common literary devices and offer feedback on any poems you have written.See how to take poetry classes near me.Reciting poetry can be a daunting experience. (Image: CC0 1.0, Free-Photos, Pixabay)Tips For Reciting PoetryReading and reciting poetry is difficult â€" it takes a lot of confidence to stand up on stage and convey the meaning of a poem to an audience.However, there are a few tactics that you can employ to improve your poetry recitals, whether you’re:Looking for pointers on how to do well at an upcoming poetry recital;Are interested in finding out more about the art of poetry recital; orWant to get into or improve your performance poetry.Firstly, if you’re looking to improve your poetry recital, it’s important to go straight to the source â€" the poem itself.Having a deep understanding of the poem you need to recite will not only make the recital go much better, but it will also improve your ability to analyse and critique poetry. When reading through a poem, make a note of any words that are unfamiliar to you, and make sure to find their definition in a dictionary so you can understand the poem fully.It’s also worthwhile looking at the poem’s structure, including whether punctuation is placed, what poetic devices have been employed, and ultimately what kind of poem it is â€" a haiku will naturally read very differently to a sonnet, ballad, Limerick, or a work of free verse.It may be difficult to determine the meaning of a poem at first, but hopefully, with a few read-throughs and by reading the poem out loud, the meaning will become clearer as you unlock the secrets of the poem’s form, voice, and structure.Equally, when it comes to reading the poem aloud, the key is practice. Make sure that you’ve practised reading the poem, even if only to yourself, a few times before putting on your final show in front of an audience.When the time does come to stand on stage, there are a few other tips you can employ to help calm your nerves and improve your performance:Try to relax â€" this should help calm your nerves, and also help to pace your breathing, which will help you deliver a well-paced poetry recital;Embrace good posture â€" standing up straight and maintaining eye contact with your audience is key to grabbing their attention; andMemorise your poem â€" this will help remove any excess nerves around whether you may forget a line, and will also let you truly express the poem and its true meaning.These tips also apply if you’re looking for ways to improve your performance poetry. Performance poetry, unlike traditional poetry recital, is spoken word poetry that was created with performance in mind. As a result, a good performance is a key part of any performance artist’s repertoire.There are a few ways to learn how to pu blish poetry. (Image: CC BY-SA 3.0, Nick Youngson, Alpha Stock Images)How To Publish PoetryIt’s no secret that it can be difficult to get written works published and out in the world for the public to see. It’s widely known that writing can be a tough gig.While it may be difficult to get published, there are certainly ways you can get your works out there, whether that’s through a more traditional route of finding a publishing house, or whether you go down the self-publishing route.Traditional publishingIf you’d prefer to try and have your poetry works published by a publishing house, then one of the first steps to achieving your dream is to build up your reputation and ideally have a strong portfolio of work behind you to show the publishing house or university press just how good your work is.Take your time and conduct research to find out which online or print magazines allow prospective submissions, and see what poetry competitions are available for you to enter. Having your poem featured in a literary magazine or a more specialised poetry magazine is a wonderful way to build up a publication history and to hopefully gain some fans of your work.Whenever you do enter a competition or submit a piece of work, make sure that you follow the submission guidelines. Often, competition is fierce, and submissions that aren’t in the correct format, sent in late, or omit a core piece of information may risk being passed over in favour of poets who could follow the submission criteria.Self-publishingSelf-publishing has really taken off over the past few years, thanks in part to the growing number of people who are happy to buy self-published books online through online retailers such as Amazon.Indeed, if you do decide to self-publish, then you’re in good company. There are a number of famous poets, from Edgar Allan Poe to Margaret Atwood, who have self-published works, and there are even some modern day success stories such as Rupi Kaur.When preparing your poems for publishing, make sure that you have edited, proofread, and copyedited your work and that it is formatted correctly for print. As you’re publishing on your own, any spelling mistakes or formatting errors will sadly end up in the final book if they were missed during your review process.As a result, try to have someone look over your work if possible, and offer advice on where edits or tweaks may be needed. If in doubt, you could also ask a Superprof tutor for help proofreading your work â€" it’s just a case of searching for a poetry specialist and then selecting a tutor that’s local to you or available remotely to help you finalise your manuscript.As ever, when you’re trying to get your piece of creative writing published, put your best foot forward and select your very best poems when submitting entries to competitions, or when you’re self-publishing works.

Logic Pro Tutorial How To Create An Audio Slow-Down Effect

Logic Pro Tutorial How To Create An Audio Slow-Down Effect Suzy S. Want to add a cool slow-down effect to your music? Learn how in this Logic Pro tutorial from Brevard, NC teacher John C If youve listened to popular radio in the past several years, and I’m guessing you have, youve heard either a vocal melody line or an instrumental part of a song make a particular effect. Listen to the following Fall Out Boy song and pay attention to the music in the background at 00:27 seconds, again at 1:27, and once again at 2:27: Did you hear it? Thats the effect I will be teaching you how to do in this article. How to Get the Effect Before we jump in, let’s get a couple things out of the way. First, I want you to understand that this is not the only way you can go about making this effect happen, but Apple has made it easy for us Logic Pro users.  This effect we are trying to accomplish is a type of “fade” in Logic, and there are two different areas in Logic where you can accomplish it.  One way is with Automation. To get to the automation area in Logic Pro 9 or X, simply hit the letter A on your keyboard and the editing area will change to look something like this: Automation allows you to draw lines and basically tell the computer when, how fast, and from and to which points to turn a particular knob. That knob could be something as simple as the volume knob on a particular track or something more advanced like the frequency knob of the single band EQ plugin on the track pictured above. But I’m going to stop there because we are NOT going to use automation to do this effect! Thank goodness, right? Instead, Logic has something called the Region Inspector. So what on earth is a region? Well, it’s quite simple, really. These little boxes all over the place in the picture below… those are regions. When you select one or more of these regions, the Region Inspector shows the settings applied to those regions. The Region Inspector is on the left side of the screen and looks like this: IMPORTANT NOTE There is a distinct difference between some of the regions shown above. The ones with the dashed lines are MIDI regions. The others are audio regions. These are the only types of regions. The effect we are trying to accomplish in this article does NOT work on MIDI regions. Final Steps Select one of the audio (not MIDI) regions in your project. Then, in the Region Inspector, expand the “More” section and click on “Fade Out” and change it to “Slow Down”. Double click the zero and type 250 into the field next to “Slow Down” and press Return. Congratulations, you did it! Now listen to your audio and you’ll hear that audio slow-down effect. Bonus Now adjust the “Curve” by dragging up and down on the number next to the word “Curve” (below the “Slow Down” area in the Region Inspector) and notice how the curve of the slow-down effect area changes. Listen to the difference, and then try different combinations of the amount of the slow-down fade and the curve. Have fun! Oh, and what do you think might happen if you click on the word “Fade In” in the Region Inspector? What’s that you say, a “Speed-Up” effect? Oh yea! You’ve just learned a pro producers trick. Now… use it with caution. John C. teaches Logic Pro Software in Brevard, NC.  He earned his degree in Songwriting from Berklee College Of Music and is also an Apple Certified Master Pro in Logic Pro 9. Learn more about John 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 Photo by Miguel Mendez

No Self-Promotion - 6 Things to Do Instead - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / No Self-Promotion - 6 Things to Do Instead - Introvert Whisperer No Self-Promotion 6 Things to Do Instead Let me emphasize that Self-Promotion doesn’t have to be obnoxious to be effective.  But, if you don’t Self-Promote you, who will? If you ever want to get ahead, you have to learn how to Self-Promote. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my video that shows you simple, yet effective ways to Self-Promote. Start watching now by clicking here! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer

Online Arctan 1 Tutors - Arctan 1 Online Tutoring

Online Arctan 1 Tutors - Arctan 1 Online Tutoring In trigonometry, tan is a trigonometric function where stands for the angle. The tangent of an angle , tan is the opposite side divided by the adjacent side in a triangle. Arctan is the inverse of tangent and by taking the inverse tangent, we find the value of . Arctan(1) is the inverse tangent of 1 and the angle value of it is 45. Example 1: Find the angle, x if in a triangle the opposite side to angle x is 20m and the adjacent side is also 20m. Given in a triangle, the opposite side = 20m The adjacent side = 20m The tangent of an angle, tanx = opposite side/adjacent side tanx = 20/20 hence tanx = 1 Now in order to find the value of the angle, x we have to get the tan to the right side, and it becomes arctan or inverse tangent. Now we get: x = arctan(1) = 45 Hence in the triangle, the angle, x = 45 Example 2: Find the angle, if in a triangle the opposite side to angle is 60cm and the adjacent side is also 60cm. Given in a triangle, the opposite side = 60cm The adjacent side = 60cm The tangent of an angle, tan = opposite side/adjacent side tan = 60/60 hence tan = 1 Now in order to find the value of the angle, we can take the tan to the other side, and it becomes arctan or inverse tangent. Now we get: = arctan(1) = 45 Hence in the triangle, the angle, = 45

Basic Geometry Equations and Examples

Basic Geometry Equations and Examples Mastering Basic Equations of Geometry ChaptersThe Basic ShapesCalculating TrianglesCalculating QuadrilateralsCalculating PolygonsCalculating CirclesSome people might say that geometry is in no way a ‘sexy’ subject; really, as a general rule, calculating angles, volumes and areas is seldom considered enticing or fun.Could the opposite be true?Over the last 10 years, we’ve seen mathematics creeping into films and television shows; The Big Bang Theory is a prime example of such. Granted, equations are not central to the plot and, quite frankly, only the first few shows were math-heavy. After that, algebraic work popped up only occasionally.Still, it is nice to see complex calculations playing out in a popular arena, and it’s even better that both male and female characters take part in tweaking the equations; a  mere 20 years ago, cinematic mathematicians could only be male!Now it’s your turn to master basic geometry equations and you want the most efficient way of doing so. Or maybe you’re a fan of Descartes an d wish to take Cartesian geometry to the next level but you need a solid foundation, first.Your Superprof wants to help you get a good grasp of fundamental geometrical formulas; grab your squares and compasses… we’re off! MyriamMaths Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £200/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Dr parikhMaths Teacher 5.00 (8) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors KamalMaths Teacher 5.00 (9) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PetarMaths Teacher 5.00 (8) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GowsikaMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RubenMaths Teacher 5.00 (1) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ConorMaths Teacher 4.75 (4) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsThe Basic Shapes How many geometric figures can you find in this pattern? Image by monicore from PixabayYou might be tempted to think ‘circle’, ‘triangle’ or ‘square’ and you’d be absolutely correct.Each of those geometric shapes fall into one of these four general categories:Triangles have three sides; the sides may be of equal length (equilateral triangle) or all different length (scalene triangle).A quadrilateral is any four-sided polygon. Those would be rectangles, squares, rhombuses, diamonds…the parallelogram, a shape that has 2 pairs of equal sides, is also a quadrilateralPolygons: literally ‘many sides’. These shapes can be triangles, hexagons, pentagons… all of those ‘gons’ are polygons. Essentially, anything that has straight sides is called a polygon.Circles are a class onto themselves because they have no straight linesTheir unique characteristics include:Squares have four equal sides and four right anglesRectangles have two pairs of equal sidesA trapezoid has on ly one pair of parallel sidesA trapezium has no sides of equal lengthRhomboids: opposite sides and opposing angles are equalThe isosceles triangle has two equal sidesRight triangles have one 90-degree angle opposite of the hypotenuseEach of these shapes has its own formula to calculate its perimeter, area and angles. Some you may be familiar with, such as the Pythagorean theorem while others are perhaps a bit less memorable.Let’s take a look at them now.Do you need help with your geometry studies? Perhaps you could find a geometry tutor…Calculating TrianglesStarting with the shapes of the fewest sides (but sometimes the most complicated formulas), we tackle geometric formulas head-on!The simplest formula for the perimeter of any triangle is a+b+c, with each letter representing a side. It is beautiful in its simplicity and easy to work with, provided you know each side's length.Let’s say your triangle has these measurements: a = 3 inches, b = 4 inches and c = 5 inchesIts perime ter would then be 3+4+5=12 inches.Clearly, this is a triangle is neither equilateral nor isosceles; nor is it a right triangle. How would we calculate the perimeter if only two values, the bottom and one side, are given?In such a case, we have to draw on Pythagoras’ theorem: a2+b2=c2. You remember that one, right?First, draw a line from the triangle’s peak straight down to its base. This line, h, should be perpendicular to the base, thereby forming two 90-degree angles â€" one on each side of the line.You now have two right triangles, one of which has a measurement for both a and b. From there, it is a simple matter to plug known values into the theorem (don’t forget to square them!) and find your missing value.Let’s try it with a fictitious triangle:a = unknown b = 5 c = 7a2 * 52 = 72a2 * 25 = 49 the unknown value must stand alone on one side of the equationa2 = 49 â€" 25 move 25 to the other side of the equal sign, subtracting it from the given value of ca2 = 24Now you hav e to calculate the square root of 24 to find the value of 'a', which is 4.898. Once you've calculated the perimeter of one right triangle, you must calculate the second to get the dimensions of the original triangle.Congratulations! You now know how to calculate the perimeter of any triangle! This and similar triangles signs are used to urge caution on roadways Image by Gerd Altmann from PixabayCalculating Triangles’ AreaWhile perimeter calculation is a rather simple endeavour, figuring the area of a triangle is a bit more involved.If values are given for all three sides, you may apply Heron’s Formula:area = square root of [s(s-a)(s-b)(s-c)], with 's' being the semi-perimeter, that is (a+b+c)/2It only looks complicated; remember that, when working with a formula, you only need to plug in known values to solve for the unknown. When thought of in that way, the Hero’s Formula, as it is also called, is pretty easy!Now, for ‘area of triangles’ equations where one or more values are unknown.If you know only the value of the triangle’s base and its height, you may apply: area = ( ½) * b * hIf only the length of two sides and the degree of the angle joining them are known, you would use trigonometry to find the missing values. The basic formula is:Area = ( ½) * a * b * sin C Keep in mind that lowercase letters signify line measurements while uppercase letters represent angles.If you only know the values of sides a and c, you would plug them in and calculate sin B. Likewise, if you know b and c, you would employ sin A to get your triangle’s area.Why not practise those for a while before moving on... A=a2 and for rectangles, it is A=l * w. Simple, right?Things start getting complicated when we get into parallelograms and trapezoids; to solve both of those equations, you will need to know the height of the shape (h) an d the length of the base (b) â€" the line at the bottom.Once you know those values, choose the appropriate formula for the shape:b * h = area of parallelograms ( ½)(a+b) * h = area of trapezoids, where  â€˜a’ represents the side opposite of ‘b’.Quadrilaterals may just be the easiest shapes to work with. If you need extra practice, there are plenty of resources online where you can find geometry worksheets and equations to sol ve.Calculating PolygonsWhether you are confronted with an apeirogon (a polygon with an infinite number of sides) or the more familiar hexagon, you need to know how to calculate its perimeter and area.Luckily, apeirogons are only hypothetical; imagine having such a figure to calculate an area for!If your polygon’s sides are all the same length, you can apply P=n * v, where ‘n’ is the number of sides and ‘v’ is the value of each side.If said polygon’s side are not all the same length, you will have to add up those values to get its perimeter. The stop sign is perhaps the most renown regular polygon Image by Walter Knerr from PixabayCalculating Areas of PolygonsThere are several ways to realise the value of any polygon’s area, some of which involve calculations for triangles.First, we tackle the equations for a regular polygon; one whose sides are all the same length. Before we can start any ciphering, we have to determine the polygon’s radius.That involves drawing a circle inside the polygon in such a manner that the circle’s perimeter touches the polygon’s perimeter. This is called an inscribed circle. Once we know that radius’ value, we can apply this formula:A = ½ * p * rFormulae get more complicated the more sides the polygon has.Let’s say the number of sides is represented by ‘n’ and sides by ‘s’. The radius, also called apothem, is designated ‘a’. Of course, ‘A’ represents ‘area’, yielding a formula that looks so:A = ns/4 v 4-s2From here, the formulas get ever more complex. Do they l eave  you struggling with the basics of geometry? You can refer to our complete guide!Calculating CirclesCircles involve neither angles nor lines and their perimeters are called ‘circumference’. However, their calculations do require at least a line segment which is instrumental to any formula for circles.Oddly enough, it seems that the formula for calculating areas of circles is more renown than perhaps for any other geometric shape: pr2, or pi * r2Surely you know/remember that pi (p) has a value of 3.1415...The less-renown formula concerning circles, the one for calculating circumferences is: 2 * p * rBear in mind that these are formulae for calculating the area and perimeter of two-dimensional shapes; once they gain an additional dimension â€" they become 3-D shapes and merit a calculation of volume as well as area and perimeter.Let’s not go off on a tangent, here; we’re quite happy to provide formulas for these basic geometric constructions...But you don’t have to stop here; latch on to our beginner’s guide to geometry!

The Best Back to School Deals in 2018

The Best Back to School Deals in 2018 Back to school season is filled with many exciting experiencesnew opportunities for creativity and new school supplies, for instance. Often, there are a number of back to school deals available, but how do you scope out the best ones? In 2018, there are discounts on items like electronics, backpacks, and dorm room essentials. Keep reading to discover some of the best 2018 back to school deals to fit your academic needs. The best back to school deals for electronics When heading back to school, having the right equipment to succeed can positively impact your studies. In todays world, technology is an integral part of education for many students. With that said, it may be to your benefit to scope out the best back to school deals for electronics. Amazon offers students their 16GB Fire HD 8 Tablet with Alexa for $89.99, a savings of $20. This device allows you to easily download books, magazines, and note-taking apps for study sessions. Best Buy offers a plethora of deals for students, including $100 or $150 off select laptops and 10 percent off Texas Instruments calculators. Apple also offers students, faculty, and staff discounts on their products. With Apple education pricing, discounts include up to $200 off a qualifying Mac, and 20% off an AppleCare protection plan. Students also receive 10% off qualifying Microsoft products for the new school year. Examine your technology needs, and identify which gadgets suit you best before you make a purc hase. [RELATED: 5 Benefits of Using Videos to Learn] The best back to school deals for study essentials Going into a new school year, its important to set yourself up for academic success. Students are able to rent textbooks through Barnes Noble for up to 80% off, as well as $10 off every $100 spent. Jet offers students discounts on all note-taking essentials, including notebooks, felt tip pens, and index cards. In addition, Varsity Tutors is currently offering new clients up to $200 off a qualifying tutoring package now through August 14. Tutoring is available in over 1,000 subjects, so you can find personalized support in dozen of areas heading into the new school year. For more information on how tutoring can support your back to school transition, you can call (888) 888-0446. [RELATED: How High School and College Students Can Setand AchieveAcademic Goals] The best back to school deals for backpacks and supplies Picking out new school supplies can be a treatand even more so when you snag back to school deals. Staples offers students 20% off school supplies with the online purchase of a backpack, plus money off many other items. Office Depot/Office Max offer up to 80% off select back to school items, including this 16GB flash drive for $4.99, regularly $17.99. JCPenney offers discounts on backpacks this school year, including: JanSport Big Student backpack for $47.99, regularly $64.00 Nike Hayward Futura backpack for $40.99, regularly $55.00 Adidas Foundation IV backpack for $32.99, regularly $45.00. You can also find back to school deals at Amazon and Target. Reference your schools required supply list prior to selecting the best back to school items for you or your student. The best back to school deals for dorm room gear Picking out dorm room items allows you to personalize the space you will call home for the next year. When signing up with their school email address at Bed Bath Beyond, students receive 20% off qualifying purchases with a college savings pass. Bed Bath Beyond also has college supply lists to help you select all the items you need. PB Teen offers deals on dorm bedding, wall organization, and bins and baskets. Be sure to determine the size of your dorm room, however, before purchasing items. Youll want to ensure the items you buy fit the space and meet any dorm regulations. [RELATED: 5 College Dorm Room Must-Haves] As back to school quickly approaches, its time to set yourself up for success. Finding the right study essentials, electronics, and supplies can give you the confidence you need to start the 2018-2019 school year off on the right foot. 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.

Top 5 Tips Easily get your Child to do their Homework

Top 5 Tips Easily get your Child to do their Homework The dreaded homework is now set quite regularly at school, often on a daily basis. It might not be the most appealing activity but it has to be done! So here are some tips to help get that homework completed without having those daily arguments: Illustration by Emma Winsor Wood, CC-by Week to week, most students find it easier to get their homework done just after school.   Having a snack to raise blood sugar, then getting the homework done whilst the pupil is still in “school mode” is usually a good idea. Decide when homework should be done at the weekend. Generally I’d advise not leaving it until Sunday. Remember, you can always re-asses things later if they’re not working. Doing homework at the beginning of the weekend allows the child to relax and enjoy the weekend, rather than having ‘homework stress’. Discuss all of these plans with your child. Having a routine works very well for most students, and if they feel part of the discussion then they’re more likely to stick to it. It’s also a good idea to draw up a homework timetable template in advance that students can start to fill in once they have their schedule. This might sound obvious, but make sure pupils know how to organise themselves. Have labelled folders ready to start putting worksheets and completed homework in. Make sure they know where to keep old books once they’re filled up. This way, their notes will be easier to revise from when it’s exam time â€" and they won’t lose homework!