How: 1. Put the students into pairs or small groups (See TT1 for further explanation). Why: 1. Making students speak to each other instead of the teacher maximises STT (Student Talking Time) and minimises TTT (Teacher Talking Time). This is a good thing because the students are the ones who need to practise their English - you, hopefully, don't! 2. A lot of students will be using their English to speak to non-mother tongue speakers anyway so they might as well start getting used to it. For example, my students are Italian and they often need English to speak to other European clients and colleagues. Some of them never use English to speak to mother-tongue English speakers at all! Extra Info...
How to avoid doing it: 1. Get the students to read the exercise completely before starting to actually do anything. They can underline the words they don't know, or (more positively) underline the words they do know. 2. When a student asks you to explain the meaning of a word, don't. Ask the other students if anyone can explain it. 2. You could put the students in pairs or small groups and get them to explain the words they don't know to each other. This sounds daft but it's quite logical really - the words Gianni is having difficulty with won't necessarily be the same ones that Marco is struggling with. (Beware of the students' tendency to translate the words. See TT17 for info on Translating...
Translating
How to avoid doing it: 1. Refuse to give translations for new vocabulary yourself. Pretend/admit you don't speak the student's language. 2. Encourage the students to guess the meaning of words they don't know or to ask each other for help or to look it up in a monolingual dictionary instead. (See TT6 , TT9 and TT20 for further explanation). 3. Explain that you are a teacher, not an interpreter. 4. Remind students that you are a teacher, not a dictionary. Why to avoid doing it: 1. If student's translate words and you don't speak their language you won't know if they've really understood or if they've translated it correctly. 2. There often isn't a direct translation for a word or phrase, there...
How: 1. Make a list of pairs of names before the lesson starts or while the students are coming in, or just tell them when the time comes: "Gianni, you work with Paola; Chiara, you’re with Stefano this time." 2. If there is an odd number of students make a group of three but break them up later in the lesson and put them into pairs with someone else so they get more chance to speak. 3. You could put them in small groups to start with if the activity allows. You could even make the activity a competition in small teams if the activity allows, seeing which team gets the most answers right. Use the board or a piece of paper for keeping score. 4. Change the partners quite often so that the...
Glenn Beach By now you probably understand how important writing for trade publications is to establishing credibility in the home business world. Remember how you resisted writing those reports in school, insisting that you would never need to know how to do that in "real life"? Welcome to the real world of business writing. Your English teacher gave you the bare bones: pick a topic, research, take notes, make lists and an outline, write a rough draft in your own words, rewrite, rewrite, rewrite. Don't forget introductory paragraphs, summaries, footnotes and bibliographies. Thanks to the internet, you can use a search engine, copy and paste, cut and paste, type, cut and paste edit into infinity...
The Golden Retriever: Man's Best Friend
The Golden Retriever is a popular breed of dog that was used as a retrieving dog while hunting wild fowl in the past. It is one of the most common dogs for families now as it is very tolerant, easy to handle and doesn't require much from the owners besides exercise, food and visits to the vet. Though known to get along well with other dogs and people, they sometimes get human traits and then are not very fond of other dogs. Due to its friendly nature, Golden Retrievers are not good watchdogs. However, they are liked for their fondness of people.Golden Retrievers are athletic dogs that are well balanced. They are a large breed, but are slightly longer than they are tall. Golden Retrievers have...
Pet Emergencies - What are they?
Emergency pet care starts with trying to define what an emergency is in terms of pet health.This can be more difficult than one would expect because what constitutes an emergency is usually defined by the pet owner.The interpretation of an emergency therefore can vary widely depending on that person's previous experience, there knowledge of what is normal, and the extent of the human- animal bond.An emergency can usually be divided into 2 broad categories. The first is usually an obvious emergency e.g. Pet is run over by a car or bitten by a known poisonous snake. In these cases the pet has been fine up till the incident that triggers the emergency.The second broad category is the "end stage" of a...
Mid-career crisis? Have you got what it takes to teach English for business? Teachers often ask me what direction they can take after a few years of teaching general English. To continue as an ordinary classroom teacher seems like stagnation, so choices have to be made about how to develop both professionally and personally. Specializing in English for business can be a fruitful move if the teacher is able to transfer existing skills to the business context. Let me deal with the prospects first. Teaching business people is recognized as a specialist field and the teacher often has to be a program planner and materials developer as well, so salaries are generally higher. The training can take place...
Asian Latinos: The New Face of America
For at least a couple of decades, analysts have predicted vast cultural, population and demographic changes that will soon begin to sweep across the Americas. Within the United States alone, much emphasis has been placed upon the rise of the Latino population and how by the year 2050, half of the US population will be non-white.However, what hasn?t been discussed with as much clarity is the growing niche of Asian Latinos, a new cultural and marketing hybrid. Typically considered as separate and distinct population silos, the Latino and Asian communities collectively could potentially steer the course of the nation far more dramatically than ever possibly conceived.What is an Asian Latino?The term...
Dog food aggression is one of those dog behavior problems that is difficult for us humans to fully understand. It just doesn't seem to make sense that your dog would consider you a threat to his/her food resource. I mean you gave him the food in the first place, and if you feed your dog's the same kinds of foods that I do, it's not all that appealing anyway!But, what is your dog thinking?If your dog glares at you, snarls, growls and positions himself between you and the food he is actually saying to you "this is mine, go away, find your own". He is basically telling you that he considers himself as the leader or alpha dog in your household. Dog food aggression (sometimes called canine possession...
Photo Web Sites- Sell Photos Online For a...
Would you like to sell photos online at your own gallery? Send people to your very own web address to purchase the photos you've taken of them. There's more than one way to go about it. Here we take a look at the benefits of building a photo website, using services designed for professional photographers.Not long ago it would have been a major project starting your own photography business. My how things have changed. Today, the new online photo services let you up load all of your photos to your own gallery and set your own prices. Shoot whatever you want and send your customers to your beautiful online gallery, to purchase the shots.It's the easy way to get your photos and video on line for family...
The New Medicine: Integrative, Complementary...
In the Bravewell Collaborative's PBS special on the New Medicine Dana Reeves expressed that traditional medicine is now examining and addressing the entire mind body connection. One of the physicians interviewed stated "It is dumb" to not look at the entire person in order to determine the complete patient diagnosis.PBS previews state:"A burgeoning movement is taking place in hospitals and clinics across this country - integrating the best of high-tech medicine with a new attitude that recognizes that treating the patient as a whole person is essential to the healing process. As scientific findings reveal that the mind plays a critical role in the body's capacity to heal, the medical community is...
Dog collars are a very important part of your dog's life. He is to wear one all the time or the sake of identity purposes, but collars can be used for training as well. There are some collars that are not supposed to be worn for every day, and some collars are more suited to larger or smaller breeds of dog. There are so many different ones to choose from you better brace yourself! Large dogs such as Alsatians and German Shepherds, Rottweilers and Staffordshire terriers need strong chain collars basically because these dogs are strong and boisterous. They are not however, supposed to be worn all day as it can chafe around the dog's neck and make it quite sore for them! Large, strong...
As in other states, Michigan schools are seeing more and more parents of disabled children pulling them out of public schools, providing alternative private education, and then suing the Michigan Schools to foot the bill. It has become a problem and growing expense for public schools across the nation, ever since the passing of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, which states that public schools are required to provide special education students with a free, appropriate public education. Disputes arise when parents and school administrators are in conflict over what is appropriate...
Often times one of the biggest challenges for new teachers is the creation of teachers lesson plans. It is estimated by educational experts, that for every hour a teacher spends teaching, they have to spend two hours creating the lesson plans. After a certain period this actually is less a factor because teachers have felt a good feel for what is required and their lesson plans are pretty much established.Many schools have set curricula which can be a help to new teachers. They are actually a predefined, established lesson plans that are already entirely spelled out for the teacher. This can be very helpful, especially for the newer teachers who haven't quite picked up on what is needed...
English as a Second Language
The English language is the most commonly spoken language on Earth, either by native speakers or by people who have learned it in addition to their first language. More and more people everyday have the desire to learn English as a second language. The type of people who wish to learn it run the gamut from children in other countries who are required to learn English as part of their school curriculum, business professionals that wish to be able to communicate with their English-speaking peers, to immigrants who come to English-speaking countries such as the Unites States who need to learn the native language in order to gain employment, citizenship, and acceptance in their new home country. If you...
How To Marry A Wealthy Guy
How To Marry A Wealthy Guy(or Girl... Or at least Make Sure they're a Good Money Manager!! ha,ha!)Here are some little tips so you can at least spot a wealthy (or soon-to-be-wealthy) guy:1. If that BMW he's driving is most likely leased, you may be looking at a guy who owes a whole lot of money to someone else... It's pretty easy to LOOK rich. You might want to check out the guy in the Truck or not-so-new-but-still-nice vehicle -- chances are high that he's the one who's been saving his bucks, and has the ability to make a whole lot more of them!2. High Maintenance Women are great for High Maintenance Men -- are you willing to be a Barbie forever? Think you ever want to just kick back and enjoy your...
Hyaluronic Acid - The Latest Craze In...
Let's start out by looking at what hyaluronic acid actually is. Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring biopolymer, which serves important biological functions in bacteria and higher animals including humans. Naturally occurring, hyaluronic acid may be found in the tissue of higher animals, in particular as intercellular space filler. HA is found in greatest concentrations in the vitreous humour of the eye and in the synovial fluid of articular joints, but is also found in the skin, connective tissue and elsewhere in the body.Hyaluronic acid was made 'famous' by an ABC News report in which Connie Chung visited a Japanese village by the name of Yuzurihara. She found that the people there were...
With the continuing expansion of English as an integral communications tool for education, science, technology, business and commerce, post-secondary education technical students are increasingly finding themselves in positions requiring them to manage high-technology studies in technical English. If you teach EFL, technical or business English, or teach a technical subject in English, you can use ESP workshops to successfully promote enhanced reading and comprehension in LEP learners.A group of my Limited English Proficiency (LEP) students studying an Electronic Engineering class on antenna design had an American textbook in English, so it was necessary for me to convert chapters of the text into a...
Caring for a cat or kitten begins with a knowledge of basic first aid. This will be very useful especially in emergency situations. If you have a nearby vet clinic that offers first aid training you are doing both yourself and your cat a service by enrolling.Knowing what to do in an emergency situation will keep you calm so that you can help your cat in an efficient and effective manner. You may be able to limit your cats injuries or help save its life.Below is a list of first-aid items to help care for your cat when those emergencies may arise...
Learn Technical English Fast: Use ESP Workshops...
With the continuing expansion of English as an integral communications tool for education, science, technology, business and commerce, post-secondary education technical students are increasingly finding themselves in positions requiring them to manage high-technology studies in technical English. If you teach EFL, technical or business English, or teach a technical subject in English, you can use ESP workshops to successfully promote enhanced reading and comprehension in LEP learners.A group of my Limited English Proficiency (LEP) students studying an Electronic Engineering class on antenna design had an American textbook in English, so it was necessary for me to convert chapters of the text into a...
Fleas are wingless, blood-sucking insects that feed on dog, cats, humans and other species. There are many different types of flea each one specific to the animal that it lives on. The most frequent fleas found in the home are the cat flea and dog flea.THE FLEA PROBLEM Fleas and ticks are responsible for a number of diseases in pets and people. Some types of ticks, for example, can transmit the bacteria that cause Lyme disease to animals and humans and some fleas can harbor tapeworm larvae, which grow into adult tapeworms in the intestines of pets or people. Flea bites commonly cause skin irritation and itching and some pets are allergic to flea saliva.Taking care of your pets responsibly includes...
In the Bravewell Collaborative's PBS special on the New Medicine Dana Reeves expressed that traditional medicine is now examining and addressing the entire mind body connection. One of the physicians interviewed stated "It is dumb" to not look at the entire person in order to determine the complete patient diagnosis.PBS previews state:"A burgeoning movement is taking place in hospitals and clinics across this country - integrating the best of high-tech medicine with a new attitude that recognizes that treating the patient as a whole person is essential to the healing process. As scientific findings reveal that the mind plays a critical role in the body's capacity to heal, the medical community is...
With the continuing expansion of English as an integral communications tool for education, science, technology, business and commerce, post-secondary education technical students are increasingly finding themselves in positions requiring them to manage high-technology studies in technical English. If you teach EFL, technical or business English, or teach a technical subject in English, you can use ESP workshops to successfully promote enhanced reading and comprehension in LEP learners.A group of my Limited English Proficiency (LEP) students studying an Electronic Engineering class on antenna design had an American textbook in English, so it was necessary for me to convert chapters of the text into a...
Household Dangers for Dogs
What does chocolate, grapes and calla lilies have in common? They are all potentially deadly for your dog.When you first get your new dog, you are usually aware of the basic needs of a bowl for fresh water available at all times, dog gates to prevent accidents from falling down stairs, or to isolate the new dog in a safe environment. Are you aware, however, of other, common household items that could be seriously harmful to your pet?Household plants are beautiful to look at but can injure or even kill your dog if ingested. Some of the more common deadly houseplants include :1) The philodendron. All parts of this common houseplant are poisonous. If eaten, this plant can cause swelling of the...
Guerrilla PR- Chapter One
THE NATURE OF MEDIAThirty years ago, Marshall McCluhan, the father of modern communications, wrote the immortal words, "The medium is the message." Today I would amend that to, "The medium is the media." Our civilization is utterly dominated by the force of media. After our own families, no influence holds greater sway in shaping the text of our being than do the media that cloak us like an electronic membrane.We all think of ourselves as unique, unlike any person past or present. Indeed, what gives human life its divine spark is the distinct quality of every individual. Yet in many ways we are all the same. The task of market analysts, pollsters, and...
So You Want To Get A Dog Or A Puppy
For some getting a dog is the norm. They've had dogs before, they know what's involved, they know what to look for. But what if you've never owned a dog before!This article doesn't attempt to cover everything that you need to consider before committing to your first dog but gives you insight in to key areas.Dogs make fantastic pets but it is not uncommon for people to find things don't work out the way they expected. Sometimes people find they can't provide the level of commitment required, they may find the dog has serious health issues, they may not be able to control it.The first thing to ask yourself is 'why do you want a dog'? Is it because the kids have been pressurising you or because...
With the continuing expansion of English as an integral communications tool for education, science, technology, business and commerce, post-secondary education technical students are increasingly finding themselves in positions requiring them to manage high-technology studies in technical English. If you teach EFL, technical or business English, or teach a technical subject in English, you can use ESP workshops to successfully promote enhanced reading and comprehension in LEP learners.A group of my Limited English Proficiency (LEP) students studying an Electronic Engineering class on antenna design had an American textbook in English, so it was necessary for me to convert chapters of the text into a...
How To Select The Right Pet Bunny Rabbit For...
So you have decided to purchase a pet rabbit, and now you are wondering how do I pick out the right one?Well, aside from appearance, there are a number of important considerations that you will have to make when you pick out your pet bunny rabbit at the local pet store or other venue. This is important both to ensure that you choose a healthy pet rabbit, and to make sure that you and he are compatible!Now I'll explain what you'll need to think about before heading out to buy your pet rabbit, and what to look for when you're actually selecting an animal from a local breeder, adoption center or pet store.Housing: Do You Have Enough Space for a Pet Rabbit?When it comes to tame pet bunny rabbits, they...
Jazz up your English with Fresh and Lively Idioms
English language is loaded with non-standard phrases, which rooted so deeply in its vocabulary that at times cannot be distinguished from the accepted Standard English terms. On the one hand, they jazz up the language of native speakers, making it very lively, natural, and authentic.However, on the other hand, non-standard phrases make a pile of understanding hassles to English learners, who helplessly try to gain an understanding of all intricate words and phrases, invented by the language speakers impromptu.This really stands for some reason, because the most difficult aspect of learning another language is not a great bulk of its vocabulary, but an extensive number of non-standard phrases. Non...
Please Yourself Or Your Animal By Visiting An...
If you're looking for a little buddy to take care of and keep you company than you should immediately search for a pet store where you can choose from a large variety of species and colors of little(or big if you want) companions.Or maybe you already have a pet that you love and you want to reward him with a special toy or its own little house. You can find many pet-related toys and products in the pet supply and pet stores everywhere.If you don't have time to wander around the city and visit all the pet stores that you can find in the search for the perfect animal or the perfect gift, now you have a much easier solution at your fingertips - visit the online pet & pet supply stores!A large number of...
While youth gangs are nothing new -- they've been traced back to the early 19th century -- the demographic of a youth gang is something that is constantly changing. Many people stereotype gang members as urban, inner city males from racial minorities, but in fact gangs are a problem in suburbs as well as cities, for all races and for girls as well as boys.There are about 750,000 gang members in the United States, according to estimates by the U.S. Department of Justice, and one-third of them are under the age of 18. And while it's still true that men account for the majority of gang members-more than 90 percent are male-gang membership among women is becoming increasingly common.What Exactly is a...
Learn Technical English Fast: Use ESP Workshops...
With the continuing expansion of English as an integral communications tool for education, science, technology, business and commerce, post-secondary education technical students are increasingly finding themselves in positions requiring them to manage high-technology studies in technical English. If you teach EFL, technical or business English, or teach a technical subject in English, you can use ESP workshops to successfully promote enhanced reading and comprehension in LEP learners.A group of my Limited English Proficiency (LEP) students studying an Electronic Engineering class on antenna design had an American textbook in English, so it was necessary for me to convert chapters of the text into a...
How To Marry A Wealthy Guy(or Girl... Or at least Make Sure they're a Good Money Manager!! ha,ha!)Here are some little tips so you can at least spot a wealthy (or soon-to-be-wealthy) guy:1. If that BMW he's driving is most likely leased, you may be looking at a guy who owes a whole lot of money to someone else... It's pretty easy to LOOK rich. You might want to check out the guy in the Truck or not-so-new-but-still-nice vehicle -- chances are high that he's the one who's been saving his bucks, and has the ability to make a whole lot more of them!2. High Maintenance Women are great for High Maintenance Men -- are you willing to be a Barbie forever? Think you ever want to just kick back and enjoy your...
Creating Teachers Lesson Plans
Often times one of the biggest challenges for new teachers is the creation of teachers lesson plans. It is estimated by educational experts, that for every hour a teacher spends teaching, they have to spend two hours creating the lesson plans. After a certain period this actually is less a factor because teachers have felt a good feel for what is required and their lesson plans are pretty much established.Many schools have set curricula which can be a help to new teachers. They are actually a predefined, established lesson plans that are already entirely spelled out for the teacher. This can be very helpful, especially for the newer teachers who haven't quite picked up on what is needed...
Pablo Chufeni: Servas Traveller, a Bundle of...
The first impression of Pablo Chufeni is that he's just a bundle of energy - Pablo just radiates optimism and enthusiasm. He is from Argentina, in his twenties, and works in a variety of professions, including as a professor teaching theatre, and as a TV producer. He got his first work experience at a local program of a developing bank, working with poor teenagers. Beyond these varied work activities, Pablo dedicates a huge amount of his time as a volunteer for Servas, and as you will find out soon, he is working on setting up a number of exciting international youth initiatives for this organization.Pablo originally discovered Servas through his uncle. He has had an opportunity to travel to the...
Guerrilla PR- Chapter One
THE NATURE OF MEDIAThirty years ago, Marshall McCluhan, the father of modern communications, wrote the immortal words, "The medium is the message." Today I would amend that to, "The medium is the media." Our civilization is utterly dominated by the force of media. After our own families, no influence holds greater sway in shaping the text of our being than do the media that cloak us like an electronic membrane.We all think of ourselves as unique, unlike any person past or present. Indeed, what gives human life its divine spark is the distinct quality of every individual. Yet in many ways we are all the same. The task of market analysts, pollsters, and...
Canadians Need Cash Too! - A Cash Advance Primer
Just like any other hard-working person, Canadians, too, need a cash advance from time to time. Before getting a cash advance, Canadian borrowers should obtain as much information as possible about the cash advance process. Payday loans may be lifesavers, but be sure you know all the facts before signing on the dotted line.Canadian cash advances are similar to those offered in the United States, however most American cash advance companies do not allow Canadian residents to participate. As a result, cash advance companies specific to Canadians were created to accommodate needs of the Canadian borrower in need of a cash advance. These companies are similar to those in the USA, but are not offered in...
THE NATURE OF MEDIAThirty years ago, Marshall McCluhan, the father of modern communications, wrote the immortal words, "The medium is the message." Today I would amend that to, "The medium is the media." Our civilization is utterly dominated by the force of media. After our own families, no influence holds greater sway in shaping the text of our being than do the media that cloak us like an electronic membrane.We all think of ourselves as unique, unlike any person past or present. Indeed, what gives human life its divine spark is the distinct quality of every individual. Yet in many ways we are all the same. The task of market analysts, pollsters, and...
Guerrilla PR- Chapter One
THE NATURE OF MEDIAThirty years ago, Marshall McCluhan, the father of modern communications, wrote the immortal words, "The medium is the message." Today I would amend that to, "The medium is the media." Our civilization is utterly dominated by the force of media. After our own families, no influence holds greater sway in shaping the text of our being than do the media that cloak us like an electronic membrane.We all think of ourselves as unique, unlike any person past or present. Indeed, what gives human life its divine spark is the distinct quality of every individual. Yet in many ways we are all the same. The task of market analysts, pollsters, and...
Moving halfway around the world, to a culture as foreign and difficult to penetrate as Japan's is difficult for anyone. If you become an English teacher here, you will probably have to deal with a Japanese boss and staff with different cultural values from your own. This can lead to a feeling of paranoia in some cases; isolation and disillusionment. To a great extent, leaving your friends and family and going to Japan to teach English engenders some of the same feelings as that of teenagers rebelling from their parents in the West. Teenagers rely on their parents, yet resent and rebel against them. Of course they complain to their friends about them too. Foreign English teachers in Japan must rely...
Why So Many ESL Jobs in Asia?
Many countries in Asia have experienced a tremendous economic growth in the past twenty years, which has led them to being economic giants. However, many of these countries lack the natural resources every country needs, which is why they are forced to turn to international trade in order to ensure continual success. Everything related to business, diplomacy, science, literature, mathematics, etc. is in English at the international level, which makes this language indispensable for the future of Asian countries. Like many other students all over the world, many Asian students lack the ability of conversing in English although their school curriculum includes English grammar and vocabulary. English...
Please Yourself Or Your Animal By Visiting An...
If you're looking for a little buddy to take care of and keep you company than you should immediately search for a pet store where you can choose from a large variety of species and colors of little(or big if you want) companions.Or maybe you already have a pet that you love and you want to reward him with a special toy or its own little house. You can find many pet-related toys and products in the pet supply and pet stores everywhere.If you don't have time to wander around the city and visit all the pet stores that you can find in the search for the perfect animal or the perfect gift, now you have a much easier solution at your fingertips - visit the online pet & pet supply stores!A large number of...
So you want to start a business but you don't have a lot of money? Start your business online, and it won't be a problem.There are some pretty terrific resources you can use. Some of them you have to pay for, but they are inexpensive and can get you started quickly and easily.1. A domain and web hosting. If you want others to see you as a professional and take you seriously, then you need to invest in your own domain and web hosting.Purchased separately, the cost can add up very quickly. Here are some very low cost solutions to help you put your name on the map.Dot Easy - - For only $25 per year, you can purchase your own domain. The web hosting is completely free. Although this hosting...
Need to take TESOL Exam
A glance at a clothing boutique, a brisk walk down city streets, or an earful of automated customer service messages is proof positive that we live in an ethnic melting pot. Our world has stretched its borders and every person wanting to take advantage of that shift needs to know how to speak English. If you want to be the person that teaches them, you need the TESOL. Knowing how to read, write, and speak another language is no longer a trend of the future but a way of life for the present. The knowledge of another language and culture is a powerful leveraging tool in every sector of society, and that means there are huge opportunities for English teachers overseas. But even beyond the career...
Online Pets Supply Tips And Considerations For...
Most of us love to fill our homes with pets. In no time they become just like a member of the family and your home turns out to be their home too. Your pet is just like a baby who needs to be cleaned, fed, and looked after. But do you know what food and other pet supplies to buy for your pet?Pet supplies have become a massive multi billion dollar market in the last 50 years with pet stores abounding, including a vast, 'online pet supply store' market. However, be careful while buying any pet supplies. Whether your pet is a dog, cat, fish, bird or any type of pet. They all need proper care and attention. So with that said, a huge factor to help narrow down where to shop, whether online or down the...
If you're looking for a little buddy to take care of and keep you company than you should immediately search for a pet store where you can choose from a large variety of species and colors of little(or big if you want) companions.Or maybe you already have a pet that you love and you want to reward him with a special toy or its own little house. You can find many pet-related toys and products in the pet supply and pet stores everywhere.If you don't have time to wander around the city and visit all the pet stores that you can find in the search for the perfect animal or the perfect gift, now you have a much easier solution at your fingertips - visit the online pet & pet supply stores!A large number of...
Learn Technical English Fast: Use ESP Workshops...
With the continuing expansion of English as an integral communications tool for education, science, technology, business and commerce, post-secondary education technical students are increasingly finding themselves in positions requiring them to manage high-technology studies in technical English. If you teach EFL, technical or business English, or teach a technical subject in English, you can use ESP workshops to successfully promote enhanced reading and comprehension in LEP learners.A group of my Limited English Proficiency (LEP) students studying an Electronic Engineering class on antenna design had an American textbook in English, so it was necessary for me to convert chapters of the text into a...
Work Abroad In Japan: Working At An Eikaiwa
If you do a search on all the major eikaiwa - chain English cram-school companies, you'll find their websites, and then you'll find endless websites and forums totally SLAMMING them. It seems like every English teacher in Japan hates those guys. But should you pay attention? Actually, take everything you read with a grain of salt. That goes for the websites, but also the haters too. I worked for an eikaiwa a long time ago, and I have some friends who work for them. I want to give you a little run down, considering the pros and cons, which I hope will help you make an informed decision. I worked for one of the more famous one - which I won't name here. (But it shares the same name as a famous model...
SummaryComplex intracellular inclusions were identified in brain cells of patients with non-inflammatory stealth virus encephalopathy. The cells showed extensive disruption of mitochondria leading to the suggestion that the inclusions were providing an alternative (non-mitochondria) source of cellular energy. Pigmented intracellular inclusions and extra-cellular materials were similarly identified in stealth virus cultures.A characteristic feature of these cultures is the progressive lessening of the cytopathic (cell damaging) effect that coincides with, and is dependent upon, the accumulation of these pigmented materials. Tissue culture and direct patient derived materials exhibit various qualities...
THE NATURE OF MEDIAThirty years ago, Marshall McCluhan, the father of modern communications, wrote the immortal words, "The medium is the message." Today I would amend that to, "The medium is the media." Our civilization is utterly dominated by the force of media. After our own families, no influence holds greater sway in shaping the text of our being than do the media that cloak us like an electronic membrane.We all think of ourselves as unique, unlike any person past or present. Indeed, what gives human life its divine spark is the distinct quality of every individual. Yet in many ways we are all the same. The task of market analysts, pollsters, and...