Chemicals - Ion Pairs

Chemicals - Ion PairsChemistry ions have several very important roles in the synthesis of chemical compounds. They are responsible for determining how well a chemical bond is created and thereby also in some instances which types of compounds are formed. For example, in the production of amine compounds it is possible to use one or more acids and then one or more chemical elements to form various types of compounds.Atoms are just one type of ion. The other type of ion is called the cation. This can be found in some mixtures like the NaCl which means sodium chloride. In any compound the cation usually exists as a pair, one electron from an atom that is not shared with another atom.Of course if the cation is missing the compound is referred to as an anion. Once again you will need to be aware of the different types of compounds that are the result of the synthesis of ion pairs.Molecules are composed of atoms and groups of atoms. The molecule that you might be most familiar with is a ca rbon chain. However there are many other compounds, which we know as monomers, oligomers, disaccharides, polymers, proteins and polysaccharides. Each of these is a mixture of atoms that are covalently bonded together in some way or another.So here we have the polymers which are the most important components of synthetic chemicals. These chemical compounds are products of chemical reactions and in some cases synthetics themselves. Polymers are very complex chemical compounds. In addition they have many properties that make them valuable for industrial applications.All the basic chemical properties of the polymer can be found by breaking down one or more monomers. The splitting of molecules of one type into smaller molecules helps scientists determine the structure of each compound. You will also see many different uses for these synthetic molecules in industries, chemicals and even medical procedures.You may also want to know that each one of these molecular compounds has some basic chemical properties that allow it to be mixed together with one another. For example all cyclic polymers contain a sugar molecule. Other examples of basic chemical properties include solubility, aggregation, polymerization, aggregation stability, selectivity, molecular size, speed of dispersal, dimensional analysis, specific gravity, cohesive weight, and solvent binding. Polymers are very versatile and with the right compounds they can be used to form a number of highly useful products.

What should I write in an email to my teacher

What should I write in an email to my teacher Is there a better way to phrase your email to your teacher? Students arent often aware of the impact of their emails on their teachers. Well-written emails strengthen the relationship. Poorly-written emails will arouse resistance and opposition. You dont want that. Teachers are committed to helping students succeed and prosper. Really. It only makes sense for students to learn to write emails that maximize their chances of getting the help and support they want and need from the people who want to help and support them. Here are a few things to keep in mind the next time you send an email to your teacher. Dos Write your email in English. English teachers like that. Write an information-rich subject line: Online quiz problem in Lesson 4Begin with a salutation followed by a comma: Dear Professor Walker, Show some concern for the person reading the email: Ihopeyouarehavingagoodday.Remind your teacher how he knows you: Im in your Monday 8-11 class. Say why you are writing your email: IamwritingthisemailtotellyouaboutaproblemIamhaving andtoaskyouforyourhelp.Be specific and get to the point: For some reason, I wasnt able to do the online reading quiz on Labodanglais.com in Lesson 4. Thequizclosedwithoutwarning,anditgavemeascoreofzero.Politely say what you want: Couldyouresetthequizformewhenyougetthechance?Show some gratitude: Iwouldreallyappreciateit.Say when you will contact the teacher again: See you in class on Monday.Close with a standard greeting: Bestwishes,Add your name: JustinTrudeauCheck your email for errors using the Virtual Writing Tutor grammar checker. Example SUBJECT: Online quiz problem in Lesson 4 Dear Professor Walker, I hope you are having a good day.Im in your Monday 8-11 class. I am writing this email to tell you about a problem I am having and to ask you for your help. For some reason, I wasnt able to do the online reading quiz on Labodanglais.com in Lesson 4. The quiz closed without warning, and it gave me a score of zero.Couldyouresetthequizformewhenyougetthechance? Iwouldreallyappreciateit.See you in class on Monday.Best wishes,Justin Trudeau Donts Dont forget any of the steps listed above.Dont repeat any of the steps listed above in any subsequent exchanges. It usually isnt necessary since the email thread will contain all of the previous pleasantries. Big mistakes students make Some students write their emails angry and confused. You can imagine a student suddenly feeling very needy and a little annoyed while doing his or her homework. Something went wrong. Because of the pressure that student feels, he or she decides to get help from the teacher with a particular problem. However, instead of thinking how to get the teacher to sympathize and then assist with the problem, the student decides to share his or her annoyance and complain. The website bugged on me and gave me zero on a quiz. I am not happy. Many teachers will simply choose to ignore an impolite students email. Other teachers will engage. I tend to engage. I figure that I have a job to do. The student obviously doesnt know how to communicate effectively in English, I have made a commitment to assist students outside of the classroom with office hours and emails, so it is my job to help students communicate. I might ask a few pointed questions. Who are you? Why are you being so rude? Which website? Which quiz? Which course? Which group?Whatdoyouwant?Best wishes,Nicholas Walker I realize that the tone of such a reply is rather hostile, but Im no pushover. The student wanted a frank exchange. Wish granted. The real issue is this. Whether your teacher responds or not, the opportunity to build and strengthen the relationship between the teacher and the student will have been lost. Now, the relationship is infused with annoyance and frustration on both sides. The big solution If you are a student, learn how to write a proper email. You will get better results. If you are a teacher, take a minute to communicate your expectations. If this blog post helps, please feel free to share it. Please follow and like us:

Breaking Down the LSAT Reading Comprehension

Breaking Down the LSAT Reading Comprehension LSAT Law School Blog Since the beginning of your education, you have had to read passages and then answer questions about them. In that respect, the LSAT’s Reading Comprehension’s format will be familiar. But you know that there’s a catch, right? As tempting as it is for prospective law students to focus more on other subjects, overconfidence about the LSAT’s Reading Comprehension is a big mistake due to the complexity of its questions. The LSAT’s Reading Comprehension mirrors the study of law where dense reading material must be dissected often under rigid time constraints. In order not to lose crucial points, you’ll need to understand: the author’s attitude and the primary purpose of the passage reasonable inferences analogies meaning from context For success on the Comparative Reading Comprehension section, you must: ascertain the relationship between two passages infer the authors’ views compare and contrast the two passages As a tutor for LSAT prep in Chicago, I've witnessed a common mistake. After not scoring well on practice tests, many students then overcompensate and focus on every word of the reading passages, whether important or not. This method is a catalyst for the new problem of running out of time. Only with practice will you be able to conserve time while simultaneously reading with insight. Tips: The only way to triumph over overconfidence and time management problems is to study for this subject Your goal is not to get all the answers correct. It’s to get as many correct answers within the 35 minute testing period. Develop a consistent system of notation (underlining, highlighting, writing in the margin, or circling)which will illuminate important sections of the passages. The “hunt and peck” method, where you scan the passage for words from the question, will not be sufficient for a good score. Critical reading consists of separating the wheat from the chaff â€" pay attention to clues like transitions and adjectives while disregarding any superfluous details.

How to Prep for a College Job Fair

How to Prep for a College Job Fair via pixabay.com 1. Bring several copies of your resume. One of the most important things you can bring with you to a job fair is your resume. This piece of paper is something you can put in the hands of those who are hiring so they can remember you later on. Make sure youve edited your resume multiple times and gotten several opinions on formatting, use of verbs, and organization. Your schools career center will likely have professionals who dedicate their daily lives to reading college student resumes and aiding in the job search. Before you attend your college job fair, make sure your resume is as close to perfect as possible. Writing a resume can be challenging and intimidating. Its tough to know what your industry expects, and there are way too many online templates to choose from. Research tips on  making your resume stand out  to human resources managers prior to completing and printing out several copies of your resume. 2. Dress appropriately. When you attend a job fair, youre making a first impression on the company. If you show up in your sweaty gym clothes, potential employers will be anything but impressed. Remember that first impressions cannot be redone. If youre serious about getting a job after college, ensure that when you attend a job fair and meet professionals in the field, youre dressed as if youre interviewing for the job on the spot because oftentimes, thats exactly what a job fair is. Outfits that are acceptable for job interviews are also acceptable for job fairs. Though I would say youre safe if youre slightly more casual than formal interview wear. Employers understand that you might be coming from class, so theres a chance youre going to be in shoes that are a bit more comfortable to walk in than your dressy ones. However, theres no excuse for showing up to a career fair in shorts and a t-shirt. I would  not  recommend throwing away your chance at a job because of a wardrobe faux-pas. via Pixabay.com 3. Do your research. Showing up to a career fair without any information about employers who will be in attendance is one of the worst ways to prepare for a job fair. Colleges will most likely publish a list of employers who will be in attendance often organized by industry. Spend some time looking over this list and prioritizing the employers that youre most interested in (more on this in the next point). Otherwise, you could waste your time talking to employers that dont offer what youre looking for. One of the best ways to research companies is to talk with a current employee. Its pretty unlikely that youre going to personally know someone who works for the company youre most interested in, but this is where upperclassmen can come in handy. Reach out to classmates youve had that have graduated and gotten jobs. They could be some of your best resources when it comes to finding a job for yourself! The one thing you  absolutely do not want to do  is show up to a career fair with absolutely no knowledge about any of the employers in attendance. Itll make you look completely unprepared and irresponsible. This isnt to say that you cant visit tables of employers youre not as familiar with its just to point out how ill-prepared you look if you walk up to an employer and expect them to sell  you  on what they have to offer. Sure, employers know theyre competing with everyone else in attendance. But it looks pretty bad when your introduction to an employer begins with so tell me about you guys. Employers will be much more impressed if you know your stuff upon opening a conversation with whoever is there to represent them. created by Lorena Roberts via Piktochart.com 4. Prioritize your interests. There are going to be hundreds of employers at this job fair trust me. If your university has gone through the trouble of scheduling a job fair, theyre going to make sure its loaded with potential employers. Because it can be overwhelming to walk into a job fair and approach employers, prioritize those you are most interested in speaking with. I wouldnt suggest showing up and lolly-gagging from table to table, hoping you come across your dream job. Preparing for a career fair requires you take time beforehand to really do your research. Plus, companies are highly impressed when students can show theyve dedicated time to researching a company and their goals. Consider reaching out to HR before the career fair expressing your excitement for meeting one of their representatives on campus. That way, when you show up to the fair, someone is already expecting you and youll have a starting point for conversation. This is probably better advice for upperclassmen who are on the verge of graduating. As a freshman, its not as important that youre on a first name basis with the HR supervisor. But as you move through your college career, consider ways you can network with companies youre most interested in working for. 5. Be prepared to give a pitch. Career fairs are about selling yourself and your abilities. When you travel from table to table, representatives from companies will ask you about yourself, your interests, and your career goals. Be prepared to strike up a conversation with a professional regarding the things youre interested in, some of your favorite classes, and any experiences youve had that would make you valuable to their company. If you need help writing or rehearsing your elevator pitch, reach out to your schools career services center. They specialize in making sure youre prepared to land a job after college. It can be intimidating to try and write an elevator pitch on your own and its hard to know what youre up against as far as competition with your fellow classmates. Universities have career service departments to help students with things like this! Youll be able to meet with someone whose sole purpose is to help you land your dream job. Most likely, theyll be with you every step of the way from writing your pitch to practicing and perfecting it for the employers youre most interested in. 6. Know what  not  to bring. Employers know that youre visiting the fair in between classes, but, if at all possible, stop back by your apartment or vehicle to drop off your bulky belongings. While its generally acceptable to show up to a career fair with friends, I wouldnt suggest traveling from table to table together. Be confident enough to branch out on our own and talk to potential employers without your BFF by your side. Food and drink is a total no-no, unless its your refillable water bottle. Showing up to a table holding your Subway sandwich is going to make you look like nothing more than a  total goon.   My advice? Eat a snack beforehand and only show up to a career fair with a bottled water if you need it. Carrying around a soda, a snack, or other eateries just makes you look like you werent prepared for a college job fair. Employers remember things like this though you may think they dont. You probably dont want to be the one they remember as the girl with the sauce on her face. Potential employers have taken time out of their busy schedules to meet with college students who could potentially become employees. Walking up to a table with a greasy sandwich in your hands is a total turn-off. via Pixabay.com 7. Have a plan for following up with some of your top choices. Collect business cards, email addresses, and names of the companies youre interested in pursuing. Come up with a game plan for following up with them! Whether you send an email thanking them for their time or getting more information, employers like to hear from you after theyve met with you. You can truly seal the deal by making sure you have a plan for how youll follow up with the employers you favored most. College job fairs can be intimidating especially if its your first go-round. But after you get the hang of things, youll realize that these career fairs are gold mines  for ensuring you have a shot at a job after graduation. Its the perfect place to network and make connections with professionals in your field and get your name out there. Students will often attend more than one career fair. The more opportunities you can take advantage of, the better! So as soon as you feel prepared to start showing up to these events do it! The more practice you get meeting employers, the better. Youll be glad you did it when it comes to making those student loan payments after graduation. Attending your universitys career fair might be intimidating at first, but there are ways you can ensure youre completely prepared to hit a home run with every employer you talk to. Make sure you show up with plenty of copies of your resume, dressed for the job, with the background knowledge you need to make conversation with the employers in attendance. The earlier you get experience with attending career fairs, the more practice youll have, and the more likely itll be that youll land your dream job after graduation.

ADEC, ADVETI, IAT - Whats the difference

ADEC, ADVETI, IAT - Whats the difference Abu Dhabi - and the UAE in general - is one of the most popular destinations for Teach Away educators, and the ADEC, ADVETI, and IAT programs hire hundreds of educators each year to teach in the UAE. It can be tough to keep these programs straight, so keep this quick guide handy! ADEC ADEC (Abu Dhabi Education Council) is Abu Dhabi’s ministry of education, the entity that oversees public school education in the emirate. Students in Abu Dhabi public schools receive English-medium education (English immersion) in certain subjects and grade levels. What positions are usually available? Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School Math, Middle School English, Middle School Science, High School Science, Vice Principal, Principal, higher level administration Do I need a teaching license? Yes What are the other requirements? All candidates for teaching positions must have a minimum of two years of experience in that specific subject and grade level. Requirements for higher level administrators vary by job, but candidates will need several years of previous experience in that position. Where are schools located? All schools are located within the emirate of Abu Dhabi, in Abu Dhabi City, Al Ain, or Al Gharbia. ADVETI The Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute (ADVETI) is a highly esteemed public vocational institution. Students are at the high school or university level and training in a variety of diploma or certificate programs. What positions are usually available? Many! Current job openings will always vary, but in general, expect to see the following: English, Math, Natural Sciences, Computer Sciences/Engineering, Business, Health Care, Visual Arts, and more. Do I need a teaching license? Not for most positions, although it is preferred What are other requirements? All applicants will need a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject field, and a Master’s is preferable. The academic subjects (English, Math, Science) will require a minimum of 3 years of previous teaching experience. Other vocational subjects (Health Care, Business, etc) usually require three years of experience, although this can be a mix of teaching and industry experience. Where are schools located? ADVETI institutes are located in Abu Dhabi City, Al Ain, Al Gharbia, or in the emirate of Sharjah. IAT The Institute of Applied Technology (IAT) has campuses across the United Arab Emirates. High school- and university-aged students attend for the chance to receive a career-focused technical education in a largely English environment. What positions are usually available? IAT positions include English, Math, Natural Sciences, and Computer Sciences/Engineering, as well as a varying number of specialized positions. Do I need a teaching license? No What are other requirements? Candidates will need a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject field (a Master’s is preferred). English, Math, and Science teachers will need at least 3 years of teaching experience at the high school or college level. Engineering teachers will need either 3 years of teaching experience or 3 years of industry experience. Where are schools located? IAT has campuses in several emirates in the UAE: Dubai, Abu Dhabi (including Abu Dhabi City and Al Ain), Ras al-Khaimah, and Fujairah.

Is German Pride Still Taboo

Is German Pride Still Taboo at the Sachsenhausen Crematorium Memorial This summer, I went with my Holocaust Memory in the Present class to Germany and Poland.  During this time, we were   fortunate enough to participate in Annamaria Orla-Bukowskas Holocaust class with international students at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow. We were divided into groups and assigned questions to discuss.  In my group’s discussion, we talked with each other about the different ways in which we were introduced to the subject of the Shoah in school.  A girl who had grown up in Germany brought up the idea of a kind of unspoken, understood way that the Germans still punish themselves as a people for letting Nazism happen.  She said that they do not  ever sing the national anthem, wave the flag, or even cheer for Germany except at football games. She explained  that doing any of these things outside of appropriate settings is taboo. She told us about how a guy she went to school with started singing the national anthem in the hall randomly, as a joke or something , and people responded by saying, “What are you, a Nazi?” When in Germany, we learned of the ever present “German guilt” and noticed many leftovers from Nazism such as the architecture and the eerie prevalence of blue-eyed people, but until speaking with this girl, I hadn’t realized that there was an expectation for Germans to lack national pride.  As a person coming from America, a country that can be sickeningly prideful, this seemed really odd to me. part of an exhibit in the Galicia Jewish Museum- Krakow, Poland This wariness against nationalism does make sense considering German history, but is it really still prominent?  In his article German Identity, Long Dormant, Reasserts Itself,  Nicholas Kulish gives several examples of the positive resurgence of German culture, but he also notes the lack of concern with which the younger generations seem to have about the past. There is  a problem here.  Do these things have to go hand in hand?  Do we have to forget in order to move on?  I think it is  great that German culture is thriving, but it  is  unsettling to think that there lies  a detachment forming between people and history.  Philosopher Jürgen Habermas also cautions this return to normality in his article Germanys mindset has become solipsistic.  The title pretty much says it all. a Buddy Bear in Berlin So, will there ever be a time when its okay to be German?  Can you be proud of your country while still acknowledging its grave history, or are these things mutually exclusive?

Masters Degrees in Teaching Delivered Online

Masters Degrees in Teaching Delivered Online Teach Away has partnered with the University of Southern California's  Rossier School of Education, a premier center for graduate study in urban education that offers master's degrees for current and aspiring teachers.  We’re proud of the fact that we have always worked with the best educators worldwide, and by partnering with a top U.S. school of education, we are connecting our teachers to new opportunities to stand out academically.The USC Rossier School of Education offers a Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Arts in Teaching-TESOL, and Master of Education in Advanced Instruction delivered online, allowing educators worldwide the chance to earn an advanced degree from a top-ranked school of education in the United States. Find out more about the online options offered from USC Rossier School of Education.USC Rossier has master’s degree programs suited for candidates in various stages of their careers:Current licensed teachers looking to advance in their careersAspring teac hers interested in earning a degree in teaching and recommendation for a teaching credentialStudents preparing to be English language teaching specialists in a variety of settings and educational levelsEarning a Master’s degree can make candidates more marketable as teachers and improve opportunities for leadership positions. At Teach Away, we’re dedicated to the professional development of educators, and we’re excited to partner with USC Rossier to extend access to more teachers worldwide.If you’re interested in learning more about the online Master’s degree programs at the USC Rossier School of Education, please click here to request information. Requesting information is completely obligation free, but it will direct you to the best options for your academic and career goals. Happy studies!

Tips For Sending Out a Quality Tutoring Newsletter

Tips For Sending Out a Quality Tutoring NewsletterIf you want to know how to send out a quality tutoring newsletter, you may be a little confused on how to do it. There are tons of different ways to do it, but the best way is to figure out what it is that you would like to do and how you want to do it.You want to send out a newsletter to your students that tells them about upcoming tutoring events and special offers for their school or community. You will need to design the newsletter to make it unique and have a theme that will allow you to add in the way you want to. With that in mind, you will need to set the pace for the newsletter and take some time to think about how you want to write it.What should you put in the newsletter? The information you need to include in your newsletter includes where you tutoring is and when you tutoring is being offered. You can also provide a map of the area you are tutoring in.Of course, you will need to be sure that you have the right wordings fo r each area. Make sure that your tutoring is classified as an off campus event. You want to make sure that your newsletter does not go over each tutoring event with the student.You will also need to include a section for any special offer that you have. That way, students can find out the discount that you are offering by going to your website. You may want to give special discounts to alumni or have a link to one of your other tutoring websites in the newsletter.It is important to give the students a chance to sign up for your newsletter. If you cannot get a response to the newsletter, you will be losing students that are interested in what you are offering. So, do not give up!When you are finished with your newsletter, make sure that you print it out and make copies for everyone that has signed up for the newsletter. Give each person a sheet of your newsletter and let them keep the copy. That way, they can read it and decide if they want to subscribe.

Helping Yourself in Algebra I Class

Helping Yourself in Algebra I ClassWhat if you could find out what could help you in your struggling algebra 1 class? Could it be better grades for you or could it be a spot in the honors course? Does it help you in some way or does it not matter? Helping yourself in algebra I class may be a great idea, but it may not help you as much as helping someone else.Algebra I class is really tough for those who are studying algebra. It has gotten tougher and harder over the years, but it does not have to be that way. There are programs out there today that could help you with your algebra. There are many good books out there that you can read about how to study algebra correctly. There are also lots of college course like this, which you can find on the internet.If you can find your own help, then you might be able to do better. Helping someone else may be hard to do at first, but once you get used to it, it will be much easier. When you are trying to get help, you should only use classes fr om a college that you think is good. These are the best ones, because they are the ones that will help you the most.These college courses are designed to help you in every subject, and they are the same with algebra. You have to be prepared with what you need. You can find out about each program, and you can find out how much money it will cost you. All of these things are important when trying to find help.These programs will help you know what you need to do to succeed in class. For example, some of them will give you a detailed formula for formulas that you need to learn. There are books that will go through the course and give you step by step directions on what to do to increase your grades. There is usually a book that has the same thing. You will get this help because the colleges that you want to be in give you the same thing.With the help of this guide, you will be able to study and practice the right way. You will also know what to do to improve your grades. You will feel more confident in the classes, so that you will be able to study more effectively.Helping yourself in algebra I class may help you learn how to better study effectively. You will have more confidence in the subject matter, and you will also have the means to do better in math class.