Using Fun Demonstration Tutoring

Using Fun Demonstration TutoringFun demonstration tutoring is a great way to provide a fun, exciting and challenging learning experience for all students. A successful demonstration tutor will use various teaching strategies and techniques to motivate the class and maintain a steady pace. These skills should be used by all tutors, especially those teaching in small classes or in schools and colleges.You need to use a variety of different strategies to keep a learning pace and level in every lesson. The first step in every lesson is to clearly describe each concept. Asking questions to the class can be a good strategy to get their full attention and participation. Frequently a good teacher will anticipate the questions students might have and then address them. The right answers to questions and comments in the environment will help the student learn the concepts much quicker.In the presentation of videos, choose to show some of the better content from books or from DVDs with titles l ike 'D-I-Y, Creative Games & D-I-Y Activities'. Most students prefer watching entertainment videos than reading books. You can get better results if you use these interesting and engaging videos.Make the lesson interesting by incorporating hands-on approach. Teach different activities that allow the students to play, explore and build on their knowledge. This helps to build their interest in learning and will stimulate their interest in learning more. It also helps you keep your pacing and in turn your students learning.Buy videos and DVDs that are relevant to the subject of the class. These lessons will give students a deeper understanding of the material and help them reach a higher level. Good demonstrations should not only focus on the mechanics of the tasks, but should also highlight other aspects of the lesson. Ask the students what they feel the most interesting about the activity and give the information that can really help them learn. highlight stories Add videos and a udio clips that will highlight stories or history. They may actually serve as an effective addition to the story. Instead of telling the story in text, video and audio clips should be interspersed and interlinked in the lesson. A good teacher should be able to incorporate multimedia successfully. This way, students will be fascinated to listen to the stories.Fun demonstration tutoring can motivate all students and allow them to focus more on the learning process. It can be a productive and engaging learning environment and a fun way to give high quality learning.

Gerund or Noun Video with Exercise

Gerund or Noun Video with Exercise One of our long time students asked us a few weeks ago to explain when he should use the words investment, or investing. The noun or the gerund form of this word. Particularly, he wanted to know if he should write:The (investing/investment) ideas produced by the Financial Times are interesting.It was a good question, and while we, as native English speakers, intuitively knew the correct answer, it took some thinking and studying to explain it. Here are two more examples. Can you decide whether to use the noun or gerund?Deep (thought/thinking) is needed to decide to change jobs.The (sale/selling) of the company was completed in May.  Watch the video below to see the answers to the examples, and hear a detailed explanation for when to use the noun or gerund in English.Complete the exercises below. Write your answers in comments and we will respond.1. (Moving/Move) to Buenos Aires was a really good idea.2. The (decision/deciding) was very difficult to make.3. A lot of (read/reading) is required to finish school.4. It will take a big (investing/investment) to make the company grow.5. (Selling/Sale) the company was a really good idea. Simone Hi!1 Moving 2 decision 3 reading 4 investment 5- Selling LOIEnglish Good work Simone! Did you have any questions or uncertainties? Monalisasmile84 1-Moving .2-decision.3-read4- investing5-sale Hoàng Anh 1. Moving because it is an action and no article2.Decision because it has an article the and not a process or action3. Reading because it is an action , but i wonder about article a in a lot of4. Investment because it has an article a5.Selling because it is an action and no article Tiziana 1- moving 2- decision 3- reading 4- investment 5- selling

How to ask indirect questions in English ?? - Learn English with Harry

How to ask indirect questions in English ?? - Learn English with Harry Do you know how to ask indirect questions in English?  Firstly, we need to learn what an indirect question is. Then well learn what is the difference between direct and indirect questions. Lastly, well learn why it is better to ask indirect questions in English.   Direct and Indirect Questions in English Don't keep this to yourself, share it with the world! Thanks for joining me  again.Today,  were going to look again at some grammar.  Were going to look at how to ask indirect questions in English.  As you probably already know, there are two types of questions  in English.Direct and indirect.A direct question is usually:What is your name?How did you get here?Who are you?So very direct and often can sound a little bit rude.  We don’t want to sound rude, do we? And we also want to give someone a good feeling. So what do we do then? It’s really quite simple. All we need to do is to  change those direct questions into indirect questions.We just add some words or phrases at the beginning. This  takes the stress away from the who, what, where, when and turns them into indirect questions.So you sound more polite and  as a result  people are more likely to answer your question.So, particularly if youre a foreigner to English shores and you want to find some place, hotel, bank, airport, whatever it is, try and make your questions indirect.Youre more likely to get a response  and  more likely to get a positive response. Direct and Indirect Questions in English So let me give you these examples.Direct question:  Where is the post office?So if you stopped somebody in the street and asked them  a direct question like this, they might look at you, they probably would help you, but its not so polite.Let’s change it into an indirect question.Could you tell me where the post office is?Much, much more polite, much more likely to get you a positive response.And be very careful here when you see the direct question:Where is the post office?  Note the word order here, where the word is, okay?When we use the indirect question is goes to the very end of the sentence.Could you tell me where the post office is?So thats a really critical part of these indirect questions.That is a really important, because if you say it in another way, then itll  sound a  little bit strange and people will know that youre not a native speaker. Second example:Has John been invited to the party?   direct questionDo you know if John has been invited to the party? indirect questionAs I said, indirect question is more likely to get you a nice response. And again, here, look at where the verb is.And then the third example:How does this work? direct questionSo youre looking at some piece of machinery or mobile phone or some bit of technology and you just ask somebody  â€™how does this work?’    Its grammatically correct  but it sounds very rude.Let’s now turn that into an indirect question:Could you please explain how this works?Could you please explain how this works?Very indirect, very polite, and very definitely likely to get you the answer that you want.When we want to ask questions then  we try and avoid direct questions where possible. They  can come across as a little bit impolite even though you may not intend it that way. Thats often how they sound.Just by adding some nice phrases:Would you mind  â€¦  Could you ple ase  â€¦  Could I ask you  â€¦Is it possible  â€¦Do you know  â€¦you can change the sentence immediately into an indirect question.Now you know how to ask indirect questions in English.Enjoy your English!

Sree Vidyanikethan International School

Sree Vidyanikethan International School Sree Vidyanikethan International School Sree Vidyanikethan International School (SVIS) is a day and boarding school committed to excellence in education. It strives to fulfill the unique potential of each student by addressing their social, emotional, intellectual and physical needs in a supportive learning environment that prepares them for life as global citizens in a multicultural world. SVIS offers the CBSE curriculum to students in grades four through twelve. Our vision is to be one of the nation’s premier schools by achieving the highest order of excellence in teaching and learning. Our mission is: • To prepare students for life by fostering scientific temper and values. • To enhance students’ self-esteem and ignite their curiosity and imagination. • To realize students’ potential through multi-disciplinary curriculum and mould them as wholesome personalities. The campus is spacious with plenty of green areas. The classrooms are equipped with color monitors, LCD Projectors, the latest software and Internet connectivity. The facilities include an air conditioned conference hall, the Dasari Auditorium. The Auditorium accommodates 412 persons and has the latest state-of-the-art audio visual equipment. The campus also includes a Sports and Recreation Center.

Addiction Isnt Stupid Why Stigmas Arent The Cure

Addiction Isn't 'Stupid' Why Stigmas Aren't The Cure Photos Via News.com.au and Google.com Homeless people are lazy. Online daters are desperate. Depression isnt a real disease. Rape victims deserved it. Drug addicts are stupid. Whether or not you agree with any of the following social stigmas above, there are many people in this world who do and, sadly, those people tend to speak the loudest. Following the death of actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, there has been a mass amount of disgusting responses to the drug-induced tragedy than simply acknowledging his passing or the unfortunate reality of drug addiction and overdose. In 2010 there was an estimated 22.6 million Americans over the age of 12 that were current or former illicit drug users within the last month of when the survey was given, equating to about 8.9 percent of the population. After receiving much backlash on Twitter and other social networking platforms upon the actors death, the nation still feels the need to justify death and why people get what they deserve. If Health is much more than  not being able to find something wrong but how its about what people feel as stated by Dartmouth professor Dr. H. Gilbert Welch, then why do we still treat drug addicts like they are sinners in the hands of an angry God and not as suffers of an actual psychological disease? Photo Via Jezebel.com Well, there may be two reasons for that: 1. Humans unintentionally regress back to common negative examples of drug addictions they have seen or heard of before, also known as blindly giving into the availability heuristic. 2. Humans constantly pit against one another in terms of who has it the hardest. Using this reasoning, a human isnt allowed to feel sad or depressed if someone else has it worse than them (you have an anxiety disorder? Well guess what, there are starving children in Africa, so youre not allowed to feel bad about your crippling anxiety disorder). Photo Via Dailymail.co.uk As a culture, we are conditioned to see genocide, rape and random murders as sad, because they most certainly are. What some people fail to recognize is that the meaning of sad can be extended to accommodate other issues that may be stigmatized to be not considered sad, such as alcoholism, failing out of school, poverty, and in this particular instance, drug addiction. To justify ones idea that something is not sad, one may use the relative privation fallacy, a fallacy that attempts to make a scenario better or worse by comparing it to the best or worst case scenario. Using this justification, nothing can ever be sad if its pinned up against the Holocaust or brain cancer. Photo Via Twitter.com The reason this current controversy is, dare I say, a somewhat positive example, is because it illuminates the reality of drug addiction and aids in spreading awareness of addiction via the death of Philip Seymour Hoffman. This in turn may promote others to recognize their own condition or the condition of anothers and people may consequently seek help. Many disapprove of publicizing celebrity mental illness and addiction because they believe it glamorizes their troubled and harmful lifestyles, but theres too much evidence backing up the increase of people seeking help after Demi Lovato spoke about bipolar disorder  and Magic Johnson announced he tested positive for HIV.  The key idea to opening up about these unspoken aspects of human health is to, in return, open up the minds of others to recognize the normalcy of these conditions and how seeking psychological and psychiatric help is not something to be ashamed of. If the average person takes a step back  to recognize Philip  Seymour Hoffman, or any celebrity for that matter, as a human being of flesh and blood and not a cardboard cutout at your local Regal cinema, the realization that addiction is a serious physical and psychological issue may become a deeper knife wound rather than a senseless or stupid paper cut.

Teaching English in China Nanjing City Guide

Teaching English in China Nanjing City Guide Welcome to the second installment of our blog series on living in China! With an abundant supply of English teaching jobs all over the country, China is one of the best places - if not the best - to teach English abroad this year. China attracts both new and experienced ESL teachers as a teach abroad destination for many different reasons - the low cost of living, the potential to earn a great salary, access awesome job perks and - best of all - have more than enough vacation time to start ticking countries off your travel bucket list. A few weeks ago, we covered all the basic info you need to know about living in Tianjin.To save you hours of online research, we’ve also compiled everything you need to know about living in Nanjing, below. From average monthly rent to the best spots for a night out, keep reading for more info on what you can expect living in the meeting place between China’s north and south - Nanjing! Living in Nanjing Located along the Yangtze River, Nanjing is a perfect blend of modern and traditional Chinese culture, famous for its rich ancient history as a capital city of many dynasties through the centuries. Today, Nanjing is seeing a huge increase in foreign business and infrastructure, making it culturally diverse and extremely expat friendly. Climate Pack your sunscreen - Nanjing is one of the hottest cities in China! Temperatures in the summer can reach up to between 95 to 14 degrees Fahrenheit (35 to 40 degrees Celsius). With average temperatures in the winter falling around 75 degrees Fahrenheit, you can expect a mild and warm weather during the cooler months. Despite the hot weather in Nanjing, if you plan on traveling outside of the area it’s a good idea to bring some warm clothes, especially if you are traveling north during the winter. Transport Nanjing is a major transportation cross-point between the northern and southern parts of China. Because of this, the city boasts a great transportation system with many different ways to get around the city and explore different locations outside of Nanjing’s downtown. Trains. There are many options to get outside of Nanjing and travel to other areas of the country by train. Both regular and semi-high speed trains operate out of the Nanjing Railway Station. As well, the South Railway Station is a stop for high-speed trains in the city, that can take you to many other cities in China. Buses. The bus is a common and effective method of transportation within Nanjing and surrounding cities. Long distance buses can take you to Shanghai, Beijing, Qingdao, Hangzhou, Guangzhou, and Yiwu from downtown Nanjing. This is a convenient option if you want to travel to different Chinese cities when school is out. City buses within Nanjing operate on flexible schedules and can take you almost anywhere in the city. Fares for city buses are also affordable, at ¥1 ($0.15 USD), or ¥2 ($0.30 USD) for air conditioned buses, it’s easy to get around the city without spending a fortune! Subways. Introduced in 2015, the Nanjing subway system is still relatively new. Currently, there are seven different lines running throughout the city, with several others under construction. Taxis. Taking a taxi is also another common mode of transportation within Nanjing, and is an accessible option throughout the city. There are four types of taxis in Nanjing, each with different fares based on the type of vehicle and your distance traveled. Taxi rides, on average, shouldn't cost you more than ¥20 ($3 USD): Type of Car Flag-down rate Price per km 5-minute waiting fee Fuel fee Regular Car ¥9 for the first 3km (2mi) ¥2.4 ($0.36 USD) ¥2.4 ¥1 Mid-range Car ¥9 for the first 2.5km (1.6mi) ¥2.9 ($0.43 USD) ¥2.9 ¥1 Transport Smart Cards. While living in Nanjing, it may be a good idea to consider getting a Public Utility IC Card (PUIC) transport card. They’re ideal if you have to take multiple forms of transportation and get you special discounts, too. A PUIC card gets you a 20% discount on city buses, 5% discount on subway lines, 50% discount on Zhongshan Pier Pukou ferries and a 10% discount on other ferries. If you plan on teaching in Nanjing, a transport card definitely makes exploring the city and surrounding areas far more cost effective. Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. Food Known as the home of traditional Jiangsu cuisine, Nanjing is a city that is famous for its great culinary scene and locals that are true foodies at heart. The traditional dishes in Nanjing are known for their amazing presentation and rich ingredients. Duck is a popular dish in the city and greater Jiangsu province. That being said, there are also many choices that won't set you back a huge sum of money, and with a little exploring, you’re sure to find some hidden local gems! From salted duck to soup dumplings (called Tangbao) you can buy for less than two dollars, the options for food in Nanjing won’t leave you bored. Meal @ inexpensive restaurant ¥230 ($34.43 USD) Meal @ mid- range restaurant for 2 people ¥140 ($20.96 USD) Cappuccino ¥30 ($4.44 USD) Milk (1 liter) ¥14 ($2.10 USD) 1 dozen eggs ¥13 ($1.95 USD) Leisure Entertainment Although it’s hard to compete with urban giants Beijing and Shanghai, the Nanjing still has a lot to offer for expats that want to experience the city and surrounding areas. Fuzimiao is a popular shopping district that’s close to downtown. Although you’re going to find a lot of westernized shops with marked-up prices to match, it’s still a great area to spend an afternoon on weekends or days off. Xuanwu Lake is also a great place to explore during nice weather. The lake is a great spot to bring a book and relax, or escape from the rush of the city without leaving downtown. While Nanjing’s nightlife will appeal more to those looking for a lower-key night out than the entertainment hotspot of Shanghai, there are still many options if you want to spend a night on the town! If you want expat-friendly bars, Shanghai Road is a popular area with lots of different bars and clubs. Drinks in Nanjing are relatively similar in cost to other mid-sized Chinese cities. Fitness club/gym (monthly) ¥283.33 ($42.42 USD) Movie ticket (single) ¥50 ($7.40 USD) 1 drink at a downtown club/bar ¥51 ($7.64 USD) Monthly rent Teachers looking to live in Nanjing will find that renting an apartment, even downtown, is much more affordable than in larger cities. Living downtown will be most convenient for teachers coming to Nanjing by themselves, and who are looking to have easy access to business districts and shopping centers. Renting a small house, or larger apartment outside of the downtown core is definitely possible on a teacher’s salary. Both the northern and eastern suburbs of Nanjing are known to be expat friendly and offer more than their fair share of affordable living options for teachers. One bedroom apartment (in the downtown area) ¥3,133.33 ($469.11 USD) One bedroom apartment (outside of downtown area) ¥2,016.67 ($251.67 USD) Internet (monthly) ¥60 ($16.44 USD) Interested in teaching English in China? Check back on the blog next month for the lowdown on teaching and living in Hangzhou!

The beginners guide to teaching abroad in Europe

The beginner’s guide to teaching abroad in Europe Interested in teaching in Europe but not sure which country is right for you? Europe is a varied continent, offering lots of different career opportunities for both ESL teachers and certified teachers. That’s why it’s worth doing your homework before you start applying for teaching jobs in Europe. Whether you’re looking for teaching jobs in Spain, Italy, France, Turkey or the Czech Republic, our handy table below will help you along in your research. We’ve included details on the average teacher salary, benefits, typical start-up costs, cost of living, as well as the most popular areas to find teaching jobs in each country. Country Average Teacher Salary Benefits Start-up Costs Cost of Living Teaching job hot spots (urban/rural) Spain €700 - 1,800 (approx. $750 - 1,950 USD) Paid vacation Airfare, initial daily expenses, travel insurance Lower in rural areas Barcelona, Bilbao, Madrid Italy €900 - 1,600 (approx. $970 - 1,720 USD) Paid vacation Airfare, initial daily expenses, travel insurance Low in rural areas Milan, Naples, Rome, Turin, Palermo, Genoa, Bologna, Florence France €1,400 - 1,700 (approx. $1,490 - 1,800 USD) Paid vacation Airfare, initial daily expenses, travel insurance, housing High in urban areas Paris, as well as smaller cities and rural areas Turkey $1,000 - 1,800 USD Paid vacation Airfare, initial daily expenses, travel insurance, housing Very low Ankara Czech Republic 18,000 - 24,000 KC Housing allowance Airfare, initial daily expenses, travel insurance Very low Prague