How To Find The Average Cost Of Tutoring In London

How To Find The Average Cost Of Tutoring In LondonFinding out what is the average cost of tutoring in London can be easy if you know where to look. However, as you may be aware tutors in London do not advertise and they do not advertise their rates. This means that if you are looking for an inexpensive tutor then you will need to use the internet to find one.Tutoring is something that many people do. Most students want to find tutors who are experienced in the subject matter they are studying. This makes it easier for them to understand what is required and to get a good grasp of the lessons. It also helps them learn faster because they will be able to study independently.The question of whether tutoring is an expensive endeavor becomes moot when you consider that there are many private tutors in London. If you search for them on the internet, you will discover that there are many tutors who charge by the hour. This is because they are trying to teach as many students as possible at a reduced rate. You will probably find that this type of tuition is the most affordable.When you use the internet to find a tutor, it is important to keep some basic information in mind before searching. You need to make sure that the tutor is an experienced one and that he or she offers a course that is both suitable for your individual needs and also reasonably priced.When you are searching the internet for a tutor, you should also try to find a tutor who has an established reputation. This is because, even though the tutor may be good, he or she may be unaware of other good tutors who can help you achieve your goal.Make sure that the tutor also offers guidance services such as for helping you map out your course of study. Make sure that the tutor also offers training classes to get you into the habit of getting things done in a timely manner.Of course, it is also important to find a tutor who has a degree or training in the subject that you are tutoring. This can be a huge advant age because the tutoring will be more accurate and the tutor will be able to help you tackle difficult subjects more easily. Therefore, if you are in the process of finding the best tutor for your education then you should find a tutor who is qualified in the subjects that you are interested in.

10 Problems Only Bass Players Will Understand

10 Problems Only Bass Players Will Understand Megan L. Dont let anyone tell you the bass is easier than a regular guitar just because it has less strings! Bass guitar teacher  Kevin S.  shares the unique challenges you face as you learn bass guitar 1) Capos are Misleading Victor Wooten, Photo by Alexandre Janini Any bassist who has regularly played with a guitarist who  uses a capo has discovered that this simple tool can be confusing to deal with at first. This is a where good transposing skills come in handy, especially if the guitarist is referring to the chords they are playing by shape. For example, you may hear “It’s a D chord” when in fact the guitarist is playing a ‘D’ chord shape with capo on fret 2, resulting in a E chord. 2) The Need for Compression Kim Gordon, Photo by NRK P3 Compression is an effect used in live performances as well as on studio recordings that minimizes the dynamic range of an instrument. Compression is most often used on drums, vocals, and bass. Many bass players struggle with the uncompressed nature of the instrument. Some notes are inherently louder or softer than others, which can make producing a consistent volume challenging. 3) Heavy and Big Nate Mendel, Photo by Scott Barlow Lower frequencies require larger instruments to produce them, and larger amplifiers and speakers to push them. Not only is the bass guitar longer and heavier than the guitar, but bass amps tend to be larger and heavier as well. There are many ways you can counteract this physical issue. Short-scale bass guitars, chambered bodies, and wide, heavy-duty straps can help manage the weight of the instrument. In regards to amplifiers and speakers, neodymium speakers, class-D amplifiers, and casters or wheels are great options for reducing weight. 4) Soloing Challenges Jack Bruce, Photo by Heinrich Klaffs In addition to the creative and technical challenges of improvisation, soloing on the bass comes with some acoustical challenges as well. Unlike a guitar solo, whose notes reside on top of the mix, a bass solo has to punch through the mix, since the instrument itself resides in the low end of the frequency spectrum. Soloing on the bass can be a frustrating endeavor if the rest of the band doesn’t come down in volume to make room for the soloist. Depending on the style, it can also be difficult to produce the necessary volume to compete with ambient noise of the venue. As luck would have it, the bartender often fires up the blender when its time for the bass solo. 5) Playing with Drums Geddy Lee, Photo by Nick Arguably the most important relationship between instruments in a band is the relationship between the bass and the drums. When the bass and drums are tight and working together, the effect is fantastic. However, playing with an inconsistent drummer, or even worse, a drummer who doesn’t listen, can be a frustrating endeavor. If you find yourself in this situation, it is best to take a step back and simplify. If you are struggling to make a good connection with a drummer, relax, focus on beat one, and build from there. 6) Bass Strings Flea, Photo by Stephen Eckert Compared to guitar strings, bass strings are longer and thicker, and as a result, more expensive. A typical set of 6 guitar strings will cost around $10, whereas a set of 4 bass strings will cost around $25. 5- and 6-string sets will cost even more. Fortunately, bass strings do not need to be changed as much as guitar strings, but it can still be frustrating to see your guitarist friends leave the music store with more cash in their pockets. 7) 4-, 5-, and 6-string Basses John Paul Jones, Photo By Craig One challenge facing bassists is choosing a proper number of strings. The standard bass guitar has four strings, but five and six string models have become increasingly popular over the past few decades. Choosing a proper number of strings is purely subjective, and is mostly affected by what styles you are interested in playing. For country, blues, jazz, and rock music, a four string bass will work great. For other styles, such as metal, fusion, latin, and solo bass playing, a five or six string bass may be preferable. 8) Building Calluses Rob Pope, Photo by starbright31 The bass guitar is a physically-demanding instrument. The first parts of your body that will suffer heavily from playing the bass are your fingertips, especially if you play fingerstyle. The best advice I can offer is to focus on multiple, short practice sessions instead of long ones. This will allow your fingers time to harden without risking blowing through a callus altogether, requiring you to start building from scratch. 9) Using Effects Marcus Miller, Photo by Guillaume Laurent Effects are not meant for just guitar. They sound great on bass too! However, there are some special considerations when applying effects to bass. The most important consideration is frequency-based effects, most notably wah-wah. Effects that are designed for guitar will at times not work on bass, simply because they are designed for the frequency range on the guitar, and therefore do not effect notes in the lower range of the bass very well, if at all. Distortion, delay, and  reverb can all sound great on bass, but if not used properly, they can muddy things up quickly. 10) Not in the Spotlight Weezer, Photo by starbright31 Of all the instruments in a standard band, the bass is the one that goes unnoticed most often. This is not because it is unimportant, but because it is so foundational. To the average listener, the bass is certainly there, but is not as discernible as a guitar, voice, or horn. It can be frustrating to feel like the audience isn’t aware of your invaluable contribution to the group. Remember though, that without you there, the audience would certainly notice something lacking! Despite the challenges, its definitely worthwhile to learn bass guitar! A great bassline can make a song funky, heavy, or just plain danceable! Find your bass guitar teacher today and start playing the bass! Kevin S. teaches bass guitar, piano, ukulele, and upright bass in Salt Lake City, UT. He began studying music at age 4 and graduated from the  University of Utah with a  Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance. Kevin regularly performs in Salt Lake City and Park City and spends time as a studio musician and producer.    Learn more about Kevin 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  BAG Blues Association of Geneva

Top Questions to Ask at a Campus Information Session

Top Questions to Ask at a Campus Information Session The following piece was written by Joie Jager-Hyman. Joie has been featured in our Admissions Expert series and is a former Assistant Director of Admissions for Dartmouth College. She is the founder of her own admissions consulting service, College Prep 360. As spring break approaches, many families with 10thand 11thgraders are gearing up to hit the road for campus visits. Many students and parents are tempted to focus on certain data points like size, location, selectivity, cost, and choice of majors.All of these are important things to consider in your college searchbut not at the expense of overlooking how you feel when you are on campus.Researchers have discovered that we make good decisions using both reason and emotion.If you step onto a campus and dont feel like you belong there, dont ignore your gut!Emotions dont just go away if we ignore them.The right college for you will have all the rational things you need (location, size, cost, majors, etc.) and feel like a place where you can truly thrive. Many students will want to sign up for tours and information sessions given by admissions officers.These information sessions are good opportunities to ask questions aboutadmissions and financial aid.You wont always have access to the person who could potentially be reading your application next fall, so take advantage of your time with him or her by asking good questions (and dont forget to take notes)! Questions to Ask During the Information Session: Is there any advantage to applying Early Decision/Early Action? What are the acceptance rates for students who apply early decision vs. students who apply regular decision? Are there particular courses that you want to see on a high school transcript? How do you factor in the rigor of courses when you look at a high school transcript? What standardized tests are required for admissions?Does it help to take more tests than those that are required? How are standardized tests factored into admissions decisions? How important is GPA or class rank in admissions decisions? How important are extracurricular activities?Are there certain activities that you like to see more than others? How do you look at students who have part-time jobs? Do you consider whether a student is applying for financial aid when you make your admissions decisions? How many admissions officers read each application?How often do you make admissions decisions by committee? In your opinion, what makes a good college essay? How many letters of recommendation are required?Who should I ask to write on my behalf?Can I send additional letters of recommendation? Do you look at art or music supplements? What does your ideal applicant look like? What are some common mistakes that you see students make on their applications? Do you have any samples of applications or essays that you really liked? Check out CollegePrep360, or Joie'supcoming book,for more information. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Surface Area of Rectangle Tutors

Surface Area of Rectangle Tutors A rectangle is a closed 2-dimensional geometric figure and it consists of 4 sides and 4 their respective angles. In a rectangle, the opposite sides are parallel to each other and they are also equal in measure. Each angle in a rectangle is equal to 90 and all the 4 angles are equal to each other. A rectangle has 2 dimensions because it has length and width as its measurements. Surface area of a rectangle is the area of the rectangle, and it is equal to the product of its length and its width. Example 1: What is the area of a rectangle whose length is 10m and width is 8m? Given: length of the rectangle, l = 10m Width of the rectangle, w = 8m In order to calculate the area of a rectangle, we can use its area formula. Area of a rectangle, A = (length) * (width) Applying the above formula, we get: Area of the rectangle, A = (10m)* (8m) This gives: Area, A = 80m2 Therefore, area of the given rectangle is 80m2. Example 2: What is the area of a rectangle whose length is 6m and width is 5m? Given: length of the rectangle, l = 6m Width of the rectangle, w = 5m In order to calculate the area of a rectangle, we can use its area formula. Area of a rectangle, A = (length) * (width) Applying the above formula, we get: Area of the rectangle, A = (6m)* (5m) This gives: Area, A = 30m2 Therefore, area of the given rectangle is 30m2.

One Trick to Make Your Guitar Solos Amazing

One Trick to Make Your Guitar Solos Amazing Megan L. It takes a lot of skill to stand out as a guitarist. Here, guitar teacher  Bernard M.  shows you exactly what it takes to pull off an amazing solo and how you should approach phrasing You may or may not be ready to play a guitar solo, but its good to know what elements go into one. What is it that makes a great guitar solo? While there are many ways to answer this  question, there is one crucial element that often goes overlooked by even the most experienced  players: phrasing. Phrasing is the way in which a musician or composer combines notes to create a musical  sentence, or phrase. Although it can be very subtle, it often makes the difference between a  memorable solo and “note soup.” What does this mean for you guitarists? Play less, leave space. Let your ears lead the way, not your fingers. Many musicians suffer from the misconception that faster, more technical playing is somehow better and more musical. This can be very discouraging to new players, who have trouble  competing with their more experienced peers. Never fear! Creativity and imagination are what  make great music, and this is what phrasing is all about. Check out these two samples to hear the difference between a busy solo and one that uses  creative phrasing. The Problem: A Run-On Not bad at all, but can you hum a bar or two of that solo? Does any part of it stick in your  memory? The problem with this solo is that it’s practically one long phrase. Like a run-on  sentence, it’s difficult to follow and needs to be broken up! In this next sample, I add space and punctuation to the previous solo, creating different  musical phrases. The Solution: Adding Space By simply adding space to create distinct phrases, I have made the solo much more  memorable and effective. Each phrase has room to breathe before moving on to the next. By  playing less, the notes that are played gain much more power, adding strength to the solo as a whole. Hopefully, by now I’ve convinced you to focus on your phrasing the next time you go to  take a solo. This, however, is easier said than done. Phrasing is very elusive and intangible. It  has a closer link to creativity than technique, and therefore, is difficult to learn or teach  methodically. Instead, it’s something that constantly develops as  you grow  more experienced and  more tasteful. Here are few suggestions to help you develop your phrasing and taste. Take your time. This is perhaps one of simplest yet most profound suggestions on how to improve your  soloing. Being comfortable and confident while playing allows you to sound your best. If you try  to fill your solo with every last lick you can conjure up, you will very likely end up feeling  rushed, nervous, and stumbling through the solo. Slow down! Savor the solo and don’t overthink it. When you relax and give yourself  plenty of time, it allows your creative instincts to take the wheel. Some great ways to leave  yourself this room to breathe include long, expressive bends, sustained notes with some tasty  vibrato, and even simple rests. Break it up. Even the most creative players can fall into the trap of putting their fingers on auto-pilot,  aimlessly playing up and down familiar scales in monotonous eight notes or triplet lines. One of  the best ways to combat this common ailment is to break up the patterns. Playing a long descending eighth note line? Throw a rest or two in there to punctuate  your phrase. This can be a very powerful move and make an otherwise boring lick fresh and  interesting. Think like a drummer. We guitar players spend a lot of time thinking about chords, scales, arpeggios, and  intervals. While there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that, we sometimes forget about  something just as, if not more, important; rhythm. Thinking about what you are playing rhythmically is at the core of phrasing. What are  you doing on the third beat of the measure, or the “ of 2?” What beats do you want to highlight  or downplay? Do you want to play along with the beat, or use syncopation to emphasize  unexpected accents? This might seem overwhelming to players who are not used to thinking this  way, so I will refer to my advice above; take your time, play what you are comfortable playing  and above all, follow your creative instincts. Emulate the experts. My final piece of advice is to study the players that inspire you the most. How do they  use phrasing in their solos? Learn your favorite guitar solos, note for note, and study them  closely. This is a great way to pick up the playing habits of your heroes and start developing your  own individual sound. Studying the solos of players like David Gilmour, Eric Clapton, or Derek  Trucks, who have a keen sense of phrasing, will help you make even the simplest licks powerful,  expressive and inspiring. Some of my favorite songs  to play are  classic rock guitar solos. They feel good and they sound incredible. As always, make sure you set aside time for plenty of practice. Try to not go a day without playing for 15 minutes. You will start to see significant progress in just a couple of weeks! Post Author:  Bernard M. Bernard M. is a guitar and songwriting instructor in Philadelphia, PA. He teaches lessons online and will travel to his students.  Learn more about  Bernard 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

Italian Language Course Examination PLIDA

Italian Language Course Examination PLIDA Learning Italian: Why Pass the PLIDA? ChaptersWhat is PLIDA, Exactly?Variations of PLIDAEvaluation CriteriaHow to Prepare for PLIDAWhere Can You Sit for PLIDA?To Sum it All UpCurrent statistics count more than seventy million native speakers of Italian.Further tallies indicate that more than one hundred twenty five million people claim Italian as a second language.Do you want to be among that number? Certify your Italian skills.If so, you should know about the PLIDA: Progetto Lingua Italiana Dante Alighieri.In English, that would be: Italian Language Project Dante Alighieri.PLIDA is a language certification program attesting to your competence and degree of mastery of Italian as a second language.On the surface, PLIDA bears great similarity to CILS and CELI, most notably in the structure of language competence  levels, from A1 to C2.One distinguishing difference is with the institution that administers each programme.CILS is sponsored by the University of Siena.CELI is the brainchild of the University of Perugia.PLIDA is the exclusive purview of the Società Dante Alighieri, or The Dante Alighieri Society.Let us now find out everything we can about sitting for (and passing!) PLIDA. institutes of higher learning as well as research facilities.Clearly, PLIDA carries substantial weight!Whether your aim is to enroll at the University of Rome as an exchange student, or start your career in fashion in Florence, PLIDA is THE distinguishing factor on your resume, possibly serving as the deciding factor for admission.Even better: attaining a Level B2 or C1 PLIDA certification entitles you to enroll with the Italian university of your choice without having to prove your language ability through their in-house exam.You should check with your target university's admissions office, because some institutes accept B2 while others insist on C1.The European student exchange program, Erasmus, requires potential enrollees to present a B2 level certification before matriculating anywhere, just as an example.We recomme nd you test for your actual level of Italian language ability! Source: Pixabay Credit: Michael GaidaVariations of PLIDAAs with CILS, the Italian Language Project exam comprises of six levels, all independent of one another.These competency levels were established by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, or CECRL (acronym derived from the French language).You do not have to take the basic Italian exam (A1) if you can speak Italian at intermediate level, for example.Of course, if you test successfully at Level C2, indicating mastery, clearly you know how to conjugate irregular verbs and all about Italian grammar, and no further testing would be required.It is vital to test at the level that corresponds to your actual Italian speaking abilities.Sitting for a test level lower than your abilities with the language will give you bragging rights, but does not accurately reflect how much you've learned from your Italian  lessons.An excellent score on the B2 bears less im port than a moderate to good score on the C1.PLIDA differs from other certifying Italian language exams because it offers versions for specific target audiences.Junior PLIDAThis assessment is meant for non native Italian speakers aged 13 to 18.Formulated for adolescents, the topics included in this exam range from school and learning experience to family life and pastimes.Proctors tend to be less formal in their interview methods for the spoken Italian portion of the exam, ever-mindful of not exacerbating the stress young linguists may labour under.Teenage test takers may elect to test for Levels A1 to C1.Business PLIDAThis exam is targeted to anyone in finance, commerce or industry, who might have dealings with such  concerns in Italy or engage regularly with Italian counterparts.Here again, test topics are selected based on the population that would sit for this exam.Thus, any candidate may be exposed to writing in Italian about the economy, manufacturing or retail practices regar dless of what his business environment actually is.Professionals taking this test have the option of testing at B1, B2, and C1 levels.written, which cover the remaining two.PLIDA administrators understand that the ability to express oneself, to communicate and to comprehend, happens incrementally.Learning to speak Italian; grasping the nuances of language and culture: all of these can be proven in stages, as follows.Level A1This is the test for those who have just started their language courses.The exam comprises of vocabulary used in everyday Italian. The proctor would use simple terms and speak Italian slowly, to give the candidate every chance to demonstrate understanding of spoken Italian.Italian learners should be able to construct simple sentences, describing where s/he lives, family members, and buying food at the grocer's, using only Italian words.Level A2This low to mid-intermediate level test measures conversational Italian ability, as well as the grasp of grammar fundamen tals.Word order and using the correct verb tense  are benchmarks of mastery for this exam.Gender assignment for nouns and using the proper pronoun in context are also considered.The candidate would demonstrate the ability to exchange simple information â€" ordering food in a restaurant, for example, or asking directions.At Level A2, you should be able to order a meal in any restaurant in Italy! Source: PIxabay Credit: JoshuemdLevel B1A learner sitting for B1 â€" the mid- to high-intermediate exam, would be required to understand key points of Italian conversation, without necessarily grasping every detail of the exchange.S/he should be able to recount experiences at school or university, talk about hobbies or even work-related issues.Coherent narratives over specified subjects, albeit related in simplistic terms is the objective for this level of Italian.Level B2This certification attests to the candidate's ability to grasp relatively complex information, and render opinions on any given subject  according to the proctor's prompt, who should be a native speaker of Italian.At this advanced intermediate level, those speaking Italian as a second language would have an expanded knowledge base, both of the culture and language nuance, to include the more common regional dialects.Standard Italian, based on the Tuscan dialect, features prominently, but the examinee may also need to understand the Florentine dialect, or the speech patterns of Rome, for example.Level C1Testing at this point suggests that the candidate is fluent in Italian and has assimilated a measure of culture and history.The exam comprises of dissecting long, complex texts and of rapid-fire dialogue, the expectation being that there will be no stalling or searching for appropriate words.Correct use of idioms or popular expressions in Italian are used to measure the degree of the candidate's cultural integration.Verbal and non-verbal communication will be assessed.That latter includes: proper tone an d inflection for the context, body language and other signals that indicate control of the discussion in proportion to the proctor's input.Level C2Here, the non native speaker certifies mastery of the Italian language at or near native speaker level.With these language capabilities, the examinee could argue anything from complex social issues to technical matters.Topics addressed in this exam may include the history of Italian art, or the impact of religion on modern Italian society.From this breakdown you can see the importance of correctly assessing one's language level.Considering the diversity of these stages, you may wonder whether a candidate testing at B1 would sit for the same amount of time as a C2 examinee.How much time you are allotted for each exam depends on the level you sit for Source: Pixabay Credit MonikaWIn fact, the timetable for each ordeal is:Exam Listening    Reading    Writing    Speaking    TotalA1       35 mins       30 mins    40 mins    10 mins      1h55A2       25 mins      30 mins    40 mins    10 mins      1h45B1       35 mins       30 mins    50 mins    10 mins     2h05B2       35 mins      30 mins    50 mins    10 mins     2h05C1       35 mins       45 mins    90 mins    15 mins     3h05C2      40 mins       45 mins    135 mins   15 mins     3h55ScoringWhereas the timing for each level is slightly different (save for the B stage), scoring remains the same across all levels.Any candidate can achieve a maximum of thirty (30) points on each of the four portions, with the bar set at eighteen (18) for passing.Should you attain a score over 18 on three of the four areas, your passing scores would remain valid.You would only have to retake the exam segment that was found to be insufficiently proven.How to Prepare for PLIDAAs you learn French, as you learn Russian; as you learn Korean or Arabic, so it is with learning Italian.Learning any foreign language requires time and effort.Before tak ing any proficiency exam, you should maximise your chances of earning high marks by taking a preparatory course that focuses exclusively on the standards of this assessment.There are several ways to do that.The Dante Alighieri School in Siena offers an intensive immersion program that lasts two weeks.As a student there, you would enjoy three hour-long lessons per day, Monday through Friday, for a total of thirty lessons.Of particular mention: these preparatory language lessons are held in small groups, of no more than five students per session.The cost for these concentrated Italian lessons is €750.00, plus the cost of a trip to Italy. Nowhere in the UK is this type of tutelage offered for Italian language courses.Well, that is not exactly true. You could engage a private tutor; one who may employ such immersive tactics.If you live in the Manchester area, you could address yourself to the Dante Alighieri Society on the University of Manchester campus.They offer weekly preparatory courses for all levels of PLIDA. If you live elsewhere in the UK, you could request their help online; they do support distance learning.On the other hand, if you are willing to take Italian courses online, you could surely find all manner of apps and chat partners that can further your ability and confidence in speaking this romance language.You may even get lucky and find free Italian lessons! Think of how your Italian pronunciation and comprehension would improve, conversing with native Italian speakers online!There are three PLIDA testing centers in the UK Source: Pixabay Credit: PexelsWhere Can You Sit for PLIDA?Any official centre recognized for the administration of the PLIDA complies with directives of the Dante Alighieri Society in Rome, even though each centre operate autonomously.Dante Alighieri Society is therefore recognized as the official coordinator  of the PLIDA exams.Their partnership with the Sapienza University of Rome ensures delivery of the most  academically s uperior, culturally relevant and up-to-date test materials possible.If you are already in Italy, you could sit for the exam in Pisa, Turin, Milan or Tuscany... just to name a few of the more famous  cities.Should a sojourn in Italy not be on your horizon â€" and you're not there already, you could sit for PLIDA at any of UK's three approved testing locations:University of ManchesterCambridgeExeter University.Please check here for the most recent updates to the testing schedule, for all locations, worldwide.As for cost: all rates are set by the Dante Alighieri Society  as follows.Both A level exams cost €65.Level B1 € 85Level B2 € 95Levels C1 and C2 € 135An additional €15 is attached to your testing fee to provide you with one year's membership in the Dante Society.Considering the benefits and advantages this relationship brings you, we may consider that money well spent!To Sum it All UpYour ability to speak Italian will be recognised at the highest levels of government and academia in Italy, meaning you can pursue your higher education at the university of your choice, from Naples to Sardinia.Furthermore, you can let go of any worries over working in Italy, or forming any business partnerships with native Italians.After demonstrating proper use of Italian vocabulary, you will be in full compliance with the laws regarding foreign transactions.Earning PLIDA certification, at any level, translates to official validation of one's Italian language skills.It is vital to test at your level, rather than too high or too low. Besides the obvious money factor, a certification mismatched to your true abilities will, in the end, hamper your efforts and momentum, rather than help them.Taking a PLIDA prep course would serve you well in determining your level â€" how well you know Italian words and phrases. Another reason for taking such a class would be to speak more fluently, and gain greater exposure to Italian audio.These preparatory classes are designed to refl ect the most current exam standards, which means that you will gain exposure to mock tests and perhaps even the exam proctors, who may function as tutors when no exams are scheduled.No matter which way you slice it, certifying your Italian learning through PLIDA will only bring you beneficio.Dai, caro!Consider taking DITALS: Didattica dell'italiano come lingua straniera.  A  pair of exams meant for non native speakers who intend to teach Italian as a foreign language. Or the CIC,  Certificato dell'Italiana Commerciale â€" in English: Certificate of Commercial Italian.Find a private tutor to take Italian lessons on Superprof:Learn Italian onlineItalian classes LondonItalian classes Glasgow

How to Take Notes in a College Lecture

How to Take Notes in a College Lecture There are students everywhere. The room is intimidatingly huge. All you face is a giant powerpoint screen and a professor who appears to be miles away. As this professor shuffles through papers and produces a plethora of static to get their microphone clipped on sufficiently, you are probably feeling utterly clueless as to how you are ever going to learn anything in there. The classic college lecture hall is a setting youve seen in many movies and T.V. shows throughout your life, but once youre actually there, you may find yourself having to take a step back to figure out just how you should approach it. Its easy to hopelessly feel like youre totally on your own with this material since theres no way the professor could know who you are in a sea of 200 or so students. What can be even more discouraging is the fact that you cant just as easily raise your hand and ask them to go over something again like you could in a normal-sized class. The professor will typically go about their presentation at their own pace and rarely stop for questions. Even when certain lecture professors do encourage and answer questions, its a bit nerve-wracking to make your inquiry when youre 27 rows away from them. Hence, it would be safe to say that paying close attention and taking notes is the best thing you can do in this situation. Taking notes in a college lecture requires a slightly different style, however, than what you may be used to. As weve already established, it is rare that the professor will pause the lecture at your convenience, just as getting clarifications on specific concepts immediately in the moment is unlikely. Additionally, the session will generally be missing the discussion element exhibited in most classes that allows you the ability to catch up. All in all, your note-taking must be fast, organized, and substantive. There are a few tips you should follow to keep yourself thinking in such a quick and efficient manner. First off, find out if the professor posts his or her notes online. This is extremely common for many college lectures. However, this is not to avoid taking notes yourself. If you solely rely on the professors outlines and bullet points, you will not succeed, because youll be studying notes that arent your own. In a sense, notes are a reflection of a thought-process, and whose thought-process makes more sense to you than your own? The reason the professor posting notes online can be helpful is not because it replaces your own note-taking, but because it gives you stable reminders to check in on whenever you like. You know these notes are correct because your professor created them, so having them available gives you guidance on what you should be studying and creating your own specific notes on. Subsequently, knowing you have that resource available takes away the pressure of feeling like you need to write every single thing down that you see up on the screen in the lecture. This gives you the freedom to focus your attention more on what the professor is actually saying and take notes on statements that actually make sense to you. However, if the professor doesnt post notes online, you still dont have to give into that pressure to write every single thing down. Vigorously copying all the text in front of you into your notebook wont teach you anything. This would be the equivalent of neglecting notes in class while your professor does post notes online. You need to actively think as you sit in these lectures so you can learn and jot down notes that you come up with on your own as you go along, rather than trying to learn everything later by staring at notes that make no sense to you. This will ensure you only write down notes that have logically come together in your head. Later on, when you study these for a test, they will be statements that you understand and therefore you will save yourself time having to deeply re-learn anything. It will just be a matter of retaining information you already have found an understanding with. Of course, sometimes you may not be able to easily comprehend what the professor is saying, regardless of the notes posted on the screen and/or online. Additionally, there may be important statements or equations pointed out that are completely incoherent to you, but probably something that will be on an upcoming test. This leads to the final point of lecture note-taking recognize what is significant and what is not. Sometimes, you will have to copy down things that dont make sense to you, but its more important that you get them in your notes so you can make sense of them later. You also want to make sure you do not waste time copying down sentences that really arent that pertinent to the overall material you could be missing something helpful that the professor is pointing out that is not listed on the powerpoint. In addition to passing over points that arent important, you need to balance writing down what you understand and writing down foreign things that you will need to unde rstand. These are fundamental principles of note-taking for any class, but they stand out in lectures since note-taking is all you have, in a way. Keep in mind the options of study groups and visiting the professor during office hours as well. These endeavors require a foundation of solid notes, however. In the end, you must not fret because there are, in fact, other sources of help but gathering the information first and proceeding to break it down is up to you. Attendance and attention are crucial to succeeding in a lecture class. As long as you come in there every day ready to genuinely listen and transcribe those thoughts on paper, the quick-paced lecture environment will be a challenge you have overcome.

How to say THANK YOU in English - Different Ways to say THANK YOU

How to say THANK YOU in English - Different Ways to say THANK YOU We were all taught (usually by our parents) to say please and thank you when we wanted something (please) and when we received something (thank you). I still think a simple thank you is so important whenever anyone does something for us or offers us something. So lets learn how to say THANK YOU in English correctly. It does not cost any time to reply with a simple thank you. Watch how people react they nearly always smile.There are many forms to say thank you in English. A simple quick thanks is quite informal and very acceptable. How to Say Thank You in English THANK YOU SO MUCH  or THANK YOU VERY MUCH are not only more formal but also express a deeper appreciation.The other day a man kindly helped me when I has a spot (a little) of difficulty with my car. He would not take any payment so I offered my sincere thanks with a very warm “thank you so much” as I really meant it.THANKS A LOT has a similar meaning but is more informal and used quite commonly today. It is no less meaningful because we use the informal form so do not be afraid to express yourself in such a way.Other forms of Thank you are used depending on which country you are in. In England and Ireland you will often hear THANK GOD but its more said in a form of gratitude that everything has worked out ok rather than an expression of appreciation.For example: The weather was really bad and lots of ice lay on the road. When I got home safely my Mother said “thank God you are home safely”.It is also used as follows: Thanks be to God. It has an identical meaning. Be careful n ot to confuse them both. I often hear students say Thanks God but this is incorrect.Other options how to say Thank You in English include such expressions as:  THANKS A MILL/MILLION (Irish English)  andTHANKS A BUNCHThese very popular English expressions are informal and are used in everyday situations.It can also be said with a hint of sarcasm or irony. Usually when someone means the opposite. Perhaps, you did not really help the person or your help did not assist in any way for example:Me: Hi. Gary could you give me a hand to lift these boxes?Gary: Sorry mate I just got dressed I am on my way out. I don’t want to get dirty.Me: Ok thanks a bunch (ironic laugh)Now you know how to say THANK YOU in English in a few different ways. And remember that saying THANK YOU is  one of the easiest way to let someone know that we appreciate their help.   How to Say and Respond to Thank you in English Responding to Thank You NOT AT ALL!  You use not at all as a polite response to someone thanking you for something.Thank you very much for giving me a lift.Not at all.THATS ALL RIGHTWe use thats all right in the same way.  Thank you for lending me your car today.Thats all right, I didnt need it anyway.We can also use DONT MENTION IT and IT WAS NOTHINGThanks a lot for giving me a lift home.It was nothing.(IT WAS) MY PLEASURE is a little bit more formalThank you for baking a birthday cake for my son.It was my pleasure.