Start Up an Amazing Career in Mixology With a Degree From A Mixology School

Start Up an Amazing Career in Mixology With a Degree From A Mixology SchoolWork at a mixology school is an excellent opportunity to find out more about what it is all about. It is far more than just mixing drinks, in fact, this course could last for years if you know what you are doing.Mixology is a major skillset and you will be taught all of the fundamental courses and methods that will make you a force to be reckoned with. You will study everything from the ingredients that go into the mixtures, mixing techniques, cooking methods, and more.At the beginning of the course, you will learn the major skills that you will need to begin making drinks right away. Then you will have to complete a couple of electives that will give you a taste of the practice that you will soon see.Mixology is now becoming a popular career choice for people who work in restaurants. That means that they will have to learn more than just the science of how to mix drinks. They will have to know the practical s ide as well.It doesn't hurt to have a college degree to get jobs in high profile positions. It may take some time to find a job that will match your knowledge level and pay, but once you find one it can be a great experience.Training is based around the world and you will probably get the chance to attend class in a foreign country. It can be very helpful if you have family in another country to stay with. You will also need to consider the cost of travel as well.The best thing about learning how to mix cocktails and wines is that you can do so on your own time and by yourself. All you need is a bit of patience and a little bit of knowledge of the basics. It is also a good idea to use trial and error when trying different recipesso that you can find what works best for you.

Three Ways to Worry Less for a Higher GRE Score

Three Ways to Worry Less for a Higher GRE Score GRE/MAT Graduate School Blog There are two games you must win if you want to score well on the GRE. The first is what I call the “outer” game. It consists of the how-to’s for getting right answers â€" the x’s and o’s, if you will â€" including math concepts, vocabulary, formulas, strategic elimination strategies, time management, and other such tangible applications. The outer game is where GRE students spend most of their time, and it’s what our online GRE prep courses do such a great job of teaching. However, equally important to your success on test day is your ability to conquer the “inner game” of the GRE. This is what takes place between your ears â€" your anxiety, your nerves, your overall worry. If you’re not able to tame those emotions both during your preparation in the weeks leading up to your exam and on exam day itself, then it may not matter how much you’ve prepared for the outer game because you’ll have a hard time staying calm and thinking clearly to transfer that knowledge into right answers. Students often overlook this crucial component of their GRE preparation, to their detriment. I don’t want that to be your story. Worrying about the GRE: Will it help? There’s a great movie that came out a few years ago starring Tom Hanks called “Bridge of Spies.” The character played by Hanks is a lawyer recruited to defend an arrested Soviet spy in the American courts. As the plot heats up, there are numerous times when the spy’s life is in jeopardy. Yet, the spy always appears to have a calm, even-keeled demeanor. Confused by this, Hanks asks him: “Aren’t you worried?” Each time the spy responds: “Would it help?” I love that! The retort has stuck with me because it’s so true. No matter what’s happening to us in life or how high the stakes appear to be, the act of worrying itself doesn’t really help at all, does it? In fact, it’s often counter-productive. Worrying raises our blood pressure and stresses our health. It keeps us from thinking clearly. It bogs us down and often keeps us from taking the action that actually could help the situation. And when it comes to the GRE, worrying is the surest way to lose the inner game we’ve been talking about. But the good news is, you can bring your test anxiety under control with a few proven mindset shifts. Here are three ways to worry less about the GRE for a higher score on test day. #1: Prepare well, and then trust your preparation. The Greek poet Archilochus famously said: We don’t rise to the level of our expectations, we fall to the level of our training. How true that is. When it comes to the GRE, preparation (or training, to use Archilochus’s word) and worry have an inverse relationship. The less prepared you feel, the more worried you are about how you’re going to do. Conversely, the better prepared you are, the less anxiety you feel. The graph looks something like this: The performance of elite athletes illustrates this perfectly. I used to assume that star athletes felt incredibly nervous in the biggest moments. When Michael Jordan was standing at the foul line trying to sink a shot to win the big game, wasn’t he a nervous wreck? Heck, my heart rate went up just watching him â€" and I was sitting comfortably on my own couch! But no. It turns out that the best athletes actually feel calm in those moments because they default to their training. Michael Jordan shot tens of thousands of foul shots in practice, so he could literally make one with his eyes closed (which he famously did in a real game once). At the most important times, professional athletes are confident knowing that they’ve prepared well, and they can trust that preparation to carry them through. So for you on the GRE, put in the work. Prepare to the best of your ability (perhaps by taking our comprehensive online GRE prep course). And then once you’re done, trust that preparation. You’re ready for whatever the GRE can throw at you, so there’s no reason to worry! #2: Take the focus off yourself. Worry is a self-focused emotion. I’m so stressed out about the GRE. What if I get a bad score? My future depends on how well I do on the GRE. What if I run out of time? I’ve never been good at math. I…. Me…. etc. That’s an unhealthy mindset to have when preparing for the GRE. Not only unhealthy, but unhelpful. So take the focus off yourself. Instead, think about how doing well on the GRE can benefit others. In “Learn the Secret Ingredient for Dominating the GRE” I talk about the importance of connecting with your “Why” for wanting to go to grad school in the first place. Perhaps it’s to provide a better life for your kids. Maybe it’s to make a positive impact in the lives of others through social work. Or perhaps you want to become a nurse to help others live healthier lives. Whatever it is, there’s almost always a larger purpose that graduate school can help you achieve. Focus on that, and it will take a lot of the pressure off because now it’s no longer about you. #3: Adopt a healthier “big-picture” perspective. We tend to worry the most when we blow things out of proportion. One of the best ways to worry less about the GRE â€" and really, anything in life â€" is to remember where it fits into the bigger picture. Neil Armstrong, the first human to walk on the moon, said this about looking back at Earth from space: “It suddenly struck me that that tiny pea, pretty and blue, was the Earth. I put up my thumb and shut one eye, and my thumb blotted out the planet Earth. I didn’t feel like a giant. I felt very, very small.” Ultimately our time here on Earth is short, and life will go on tomorrow whether you do well on the GRE or not. The sun will still rise. You’ll still have food to eat and air to breathe. And frankly, that’s more than a lot of people in the world can say. Having lived in Madagascar, one of the poorest countries in the world, I saw first-hand what it was like when most people don’t even finish primary school, let alone high school or college. So what a privilege it is for you to even be thinking about going to graduate school! Doing so puts you in the top percentage of people worldwide in terms of education and career prospects. It’s important for you to do well on the GRE, I get it. You should do well. But don’t blow the GRE out of proportion. Once you realize that the worst-case scenario of a sub-par GRE score may not ruin your life as much as you think it will, the worry starts to go away. And that’s a much more positive place to operate from. Summary Consider the following two GRE candidates. Candidate A walks into the testing center fearful and dreading the experience. She’s worried that she’ll see questions she doesn’t know and won’t get the score she needs to get into her target graduate program. Conversely, Candidate B wakes up the morning of her test full of energy. This is the day she’s been working toward. It’s time to put her preparation to the test, and she’s confident that she’s ready. No matter how it turns out, she know she’s done everything she can to put herself in the best position for success. It’s game day. Bring it on! Which candidate do you think is more likely to perform to the best of her ability? My money is on Candidate B. Even if the two candidates studied the exact same amount, Candidate B’s mindset is much better, and that makes a huge difference. I want you to be like Candidate B. I want you to walk into the GRE testing center from a place of confidence rather than from a place of fear or worry. I want you to be positive and optimistic as you’re preparing for the GRE, and clear-headed and self-assured when you sit down to take the real thing. To do that, move beyond worry by taking to heart the three tips presented here. About the Author Brett Ethridge is the founder of Dominate Test Prep, creator of the industry’s most effective online prep courses for the GRE and GMAT. He’s an avid tennis player, a huge Duke basketball fan, and is passionate about empowering students to dominate their standardized test and get into the graduate school of their choice.

I Finished the italki October Language Challenge Early!

I Finished the italki October Language Challenge Early! This blog post reposted with permission. Originally appeared here on Kokothepolyglots blog site. I Finished The Italki October Language Challenge Early! -15 October, 2014 By Koko Polyglot Well this is an unexpected but pleasant surprise! Not only am I happy to announce that I’ve already completed the italki October Language Challenge early but I also got in one extra lesson as well. How cool is that? I guess the third time really was the charm. Since I have a lot going on this month, I had to book as many sessions in a short amount of time. Which meant there were times I had 3 lessons in one day! That was intense but I have to say my spoken Japanese has made quite a bit of improvement. Book All Your Sessions Ahead Of Time This is probably one of the best tips LindsayDoesLanguages recommends and this time it worked out really well for me! I made sure that I booked all if not most prior to the sessions themselves. Especially since I joined the language later than I did the last two. But unlike the last two, I was able to make sure every lesson was booked accordingly. Which meant taking up to three sessions in one day while tutoring students as well! By booking in advance you can work your schedule around the sessions instead of trying to fit them in when you can. I think my biggest mistake in the previous challenges was that I did not book enough sessions in advance. Had I done that I would have been able to take all sessions and even have time to reschedule ones that conflicted with the tutor’s schedule. Use A Variety Of Tutors This might be better advice for some languages rather than others. Especially if there aren’t many tutors for your target language. Luckily, Japanese is popular enough that I was able to use a wide variety of tutors to work with. Each Community Tutor and Professional Teacher have their unique method of teaching that you could benefit from the variety while finding out which tutors are best for you. Find tutors who cater to your specific needs and go from there. I recommend the following tutors for Japanese: Annie, Haru, Gosxi, Koichi, momonoki01, Tomaliko, Yuki, Tatsu, Masa, and Teacher ?? (Hanako). If you’re looking for reading practice during your session I would recommend Noriko  just for that. ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????Annie???Haru???Gosxi???????????01???Tomaliko???Yuki??, Tatsu???Masa????????? ???????????Noriko???????????? Focus On What You Want To Accomplish Setting goals for what you would like to achieve in your target language is important. My main goal for Japanese was to express myself more fluidly when I spoke. I felt like I was about to complete that goal because it was my primary focus. While I did get reading in, I didn’t get a chance to read the Nightmare Before Christmas in Japanese yet. So maybe I’ll get a chance to read at least the first two chapters before the end of the month. I’ll will keep you updated on how that goes and what unique words I’ve learned along the way. I always try to do something to keep me motivated during these challenges and doing a multitude of things can help you improve both input (reading and listening) as well as output (speaking and writing). What Next? I’m going to be focusing on Japanese for quite some time but moving on to my next language adventure. I will keep you updated when it is needed to be revealed. In the meantime, I will be attempting to read the Nightmare Before Christmas completely in Japanese. My goal for that was to read at least two chapters. This will be my make priority for Japanese next week. I will also be doing my SRS repetitions on Memrise and LingQ as well as watch interesting content in Japanese. How are you doing in the italki October Language Challenge? Have you completed the challenge already? Still have a ways to go? Almost done? I would love to hear about your progress! ??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? I Finished the italki October Language Challenge Early! This blog post reposted with permission. Originally appeared here on Kokothepolyglots blog site. I Finished The Italki October Language Challenge Early! -15 October, 2014 By Koko Polyglot Well this is an unexpected but pleasant surprise! Not only am I happy to announce that I’ve already completed the italki October Language Challenge early but I also got in one extra lesson as well. How cool is that? I guess the third time really was the charm. Since I have a lot going on this month, I had to book as many sessions in a short amount of time. Which meant there were times I had 3 lessons in one day! That was intense but I have to say my spoken Japanese has made quite a bit of improvement. Book All Your Sessions Ahead Of Time This is probably one of the best tips LindsayDoesLanguages recommends and this time it worked out really well for me! I made sure that I booked all if not most prior to the sessions themselves. Especially since I joined the language later than I did the last two. But unlike the last two, I was able to make sure every lesson was booked accordingly. Which meant taking up to three sessions in one day while tutoring students as well! By booking in advance you can work your schedule around the sessions instead of trying to fit them in when you can. I think my biggest mistake in the previous challenges was that I did not book enough sessions in advance. Had I done that I would have been able to take all sessions and even have time to reschedule ones that conflicted with the tutor’s schedule. Use A Variety Of Tutors This might be better advice for some languages rather than others. Especially if there aren’t many tutors for your target language. Luckily, Japanese is popular enough that I was able to use a wide variety of tutors to work with. Each Community Tutor and Professional Teacher have their unique method of teaching that you could benefit from the variety while finding out which tutors are best for you. Find tutors who cater to your specific needs and go from there. I recommend the following tutors for Japanese: Annie, Haru, Gosxi, Koichi, momonoki01, Tomaliko, Yuki, Tatsu, Masa, and Teacher ?? (Hanako). If you’re looking for reading practice during your session I would recommend Noriko  just for that. ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????Annie???Haru???Gosxi???????????01???Tomaliko???Yuki??, Tatsu???Masa????????? ???????????Noriko???????????? Focus On What You Want To Accomplish Setting goals for what you would like to achieve in your target language is important. My main goal for Japanese was to express myself more fluidly when I spoke. I felt like I was about to complete that goal because it was my primary focus. While I did get reading in, I didn’t get a chance to read the Nightmare Before Christmas in Japanese yet. So maybe I’ll get a chance to read at least the first two chapters before the end of the month. I’ll will keep you updated on how that goes and what unique words I’ve learned along the way. I always try to do something to keep me motivated during these challenges and doing a multitude of things can help you improve both input (reading and listening) as well as output (speaking and writing). What Next? I’m going to be focusing on Japanese for quite some time but moving on to my next language adventure. I will keep you updated when it is needed to be revealed. In the meantime, I will be attempting to read the Nightmare Before Christmas completely in Japanese. My goal for that was to read at least two chapters. This will be my make priority for Japanese next week. I will also be doing my SRS repetitions on Memrise and LingQ as well as watch interesting content in Japanese. How are you doing in the italki October Language Challenge? Have you completed the challenge already? Still have a ways to go? Almost done? I would love to hear about your progress! ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

6 Ways to Spend February Break? - by TutorNerds

6 Ways to Spend February Break? - by TutorNerds Tips From An Orange County Academic Tutor: 6 Ways to Spend February Break Some schools offer a full week off in February, otherwise known as ski week in colder climates and beach week in Southern California. Many students will simply have Friday and Monday off but for those who have a full week to spare, there are many productive ways they can spend it. 1. Relax   and recharge This is a top choice for many students who are just trying to survive through the end of the academic year. Students who are not yet into their college prep years would be wise to simply take a break so that their brains are powered up to work hard through June. 2. Get organized Students who are currently in middle school or high school will benefit from spending some time going through all of those binders, folders and piles of paper on the floor from semesters past. Now is a good time to get rid of any assignments that are no longer needed. Many students are digging through overstuffed folders at this point in the year and often lose current assignments, which leads them to fall behind. 3. Go SAT crazy Students who are taking the SAT and ACT in May or June can use this week to take a practice test. It probably won’t be their first choice but its a good way to run some academic diagnostics to see if it’s time to consult an Irvine test prep tutor (READ: How Many Hours of Tutoring Do I Need To Improve My SAT Score by 100 Points?). 4. Make AP plans The majority of students who are successful on the AP exams start their test prep no later than March 1st. Even if students are getting grades in the A range in their AP classes, the test is a whole other matter. Spending two or three hours this week will help students know what theyre in for and ensure that they can get at least a 3 if not better on the AP exams in May (READ: Advanced Placement Exam Prep in the Competitive Orange County School System). 5. Look at colleges Any juniors out there who have not yet made plans to look at colleges should definitely think about doing that this week. Although private tours and interviews require an appointment, students who are simply looking to get a feel for the college campus lifestyle can join any of the university’s prescheduled tours. Sophomores who are not quite ready to make a final decision about the colleges they want to apply to, might use this time to simply look at the local state college and get a feel for campus life. Sophomore year is certainly not too early to start researching colleges. 6. Complete some volunteer hours Many students fall behind on their volunteer hours due to numerous academic and athletic commitments. If students are not going out of town during their break, its a good time to catch up on some volunteering. This doesnt have to be an unpleasant activity; students are strongly encouraged to explore volunteer experiences that they are genuinely interested in. Although now mandatory, community service can still be heavily enriching. Call the local hospital to deliver flowers to overnight patients, enjoy caring for kittens and puppies at the local animal shelter, and show kindness by delivering sack lunches and hygiene kids to the local homeless population (READ: Getting Your Community Service Credits). In Short However a student chooses to spend their February break, theres no right or wrong answer for the entire teen population. Students are encouraged to look at their past and future commitments, their current level of stress, and what they need to get done before June in order to make appropriate decisions. Enjoy your break! All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us post about â€" our Orange County private academic tutors are happy to help. 6 Ways to Spend February Break? - by TutorNerds Tips From An Orange County Academic Tutor: 6 Ways to Spend February Break Some schools offer a full week off in February, otherwise known as ski week in colder climates and beach week in Southern California. Many students will simply have Friday and Monday off but for those who have a full week to spare, there are many productive ways they can spend it. 1. Relax   and recharge This is a top choice for many students who are just trying to survive through the end of the academic year. Students who are not yet into their college prep years would be wise to simply take a break so that their brains are powered up to work hard through June. 2. Get organized Students who are currently in middle school or high school will benefit from spending some time going through all of those binders, folders and piles of paper on the floor from semesters past. Now is a good time to get rid of any assignments that are no longer needed. Many students are digging through overstuffed folders at this point in the year and often lose current assignments, which leads them to fall behind. 3. Go SAT crazy Students who are taking the SAT and ACT in May or June can use this week to take a practice test. It probably won’t be their first choice but its a good way to run some academic diagnostics to see if it’s time to consult an Irvine test prep tutor (READ: How Many Hours of Tutoring Do I Need To Improve My SAT Score by 100 Points?). 4. Make AP plans The majority of students who are successful on the AP exams start their test prep no later than March 1st. Even if students are getting grades in the A range in their AP classes, the test is a whole other matter. Spending two or three hours this week will help students know what theyre in for and ensure that they can get at least a 3 if not better on the AP exams in May (READ: Advanced Placement Exam Prep in the Competitive Orange County School System). 5. Look at colleges Any juniors out there who have not yet made plans to look at colleges should definitely think about doing that this week. Although private tours and interviews require an appointment, students who are simply looking to get a feel for the college campus lifestyle can join any of the university’s prescheduled tours. Sophomores who are not quite ready to make a final decision about the colleges they want to apply to, might use this time to simply look at the local state college and get a feel for campus life. Sophomore year is certainly not too early to start researching colleges. 6. Complete some volunteer hours Many students fall behind on their volunteer hours due to numerous academic and athletic commitments. If students are not going out of town during their break, its a good time to catch up on some volunteering. This doesnt have to be an unpleasant activity; students are strongly encouraged to explore volunteer experiences that they are genuinely interested in. Although now mandatory, community service can still be heavily enriching. Call the local hospital to deliver flowers to overnight patients, enjoy caring for kittens and puppies at the local animal shelter, and show kindness by delivering sack lunches and hygiene kids to the local homeless population (READ: Getting Your Community Service Credits). In Short However a student chooses to spend their February break, theres no right or wrong answer for the entire teen population. Students are encouraged to look at their past and future commitments, their current level of stress, and what they need to get done before June in order to make appropriate decisions. Enjoy your break! All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us post about â€" our Orange County private academic tutors are happy to help.

Critical Thinking Skills You Need to Master Now

Critical Thinking Skills You Need to Master Now via Pexels If Im already making you feel nervous, if youre doubting your critical thinking skills, you likely need to spend some time in reflection and maybe even practicing being more present when situations arise that call for critical thinking skills (probably every day). If you know you need to practice your critical thinking skills or you want to assess your current skills, ask yourself these questions: 1. Can I recognize, build, and appraise arguments? We all know what its like to be in conversation with someone who doesnt understand our point of view. We easily become frustrated when we cant get our point across, and were probably equally as frustrated when we dont understand anothers argument. When you find yourself in a situation with a group of people, viciously discussing the latest news article, top story headline, or world issue, do you find that you are able to recognize arguments that other people are making? Can you analyze the information they give you in order to draw your own conclusions about their personality/beliefs/morals? Actively displaying critical thinking skills means you can analyze another persons argument, piecing together the information given to you in order to understand your peers/friends/coworkers/associates. 2. Can I identify inconsistencies/errors in reasoning? Now imagine yourself in a situation where youre out to dinner with your colleagues and your latest  obnoxious  coworker starts talking about one of the more touchy subjects in common times. Theyre explaining their thoughts on the issue, and, before you know it, theyve completely lost you with their logic/reasoning. Do you find yourself stopping to think about the inconsistency of another persons reasoning? Do you actively investigate that discrepancy (whether its in your own head, with that person, or in a respectful conversation with someone else)? When we display critical thinking skills, were actively engaging with people during conversation, following the logic theyve used to create their conclusions. When its not consistent, its important that that inconsistency is explored if only a little! via Pexels 3. Do I approach problems in a systematic way? When youre given a problem at work, do you feel that you approach it in an organized, systematic way? Or do you find yourself scurrying around to find all of your materials once youre amidst the project? When we actively display solid critical thinking skills, we address problems in our lives in a way that makes us both efficient and effective. We use a system (if only in our head!) that takes us from one step to the next. If you find yourself frustrated that your projects never seem to get done reflect on  why  they are left unfinished. Maybe you dont approach them in a way that allows you to be both efficient  and  effective. 4. Can I think about situations from various points of view? Nothing is more frustrating than talking to someone who has no idea what its like to be anyone else. This often happens when we meet people who seem to have been handed  everything and come off as having  never worked a day in their life.   Its frustrating to try and get someone to understand a problem from a different point of view. Are you a person who can put themselves in the shoes of others? If you cant, dedicate time to reading the stories of others and truly try to understand their struggles. 5. When I communicate my ideas, am I easily understood? Do you find that when youre with your friends, youre often misunderstood? If you dont portray your ideas clearly in a group of people, your critical thinking skills might be a bit off track. Infographic by Lorena Roberts 6. Am I open to new ideas or ways of doing things? Open-mindedness is one of the most important critical thinking skills. Those of us lacking in this department rely on the way weve always done things, and dont look for ways to improve their current lifestyle. We call this stagnation and it can really put a damper on any relationship, whether it is romantic or not. Think about your grandparents they probably arent up to speed with technology, and may even resist using a cell phone. The way theyve always done things is to wait for a letter or an in-person visit. Because they arent open to new ways of doing things, theyre missing out on something that can add so much value to our lives. 7. When I work with others, do I contribute an equal amount? Critical thinking skills include the ability to collaborate. If youre the person in the group who tends to stand back thats okay! Its when you feel like you cant contribute at all that you lack critical thinking skills. You let your emotions take over your actions instead of giving (what you are able!) to the group. If you dont think working with others is your strong suit, give yourself ample opportunities to collaborate. The more you practice, the better youll get. Just remember to actively reflect on your experience and assess your involvement in the project. 8. Do I engage in envisioning or imagining a future thats better off? When we tap into our creative side and use it to imagine the world a better place (in whatever facet), we use critical thinking skills to analyze our current situations and improve it within reason. Its because people do this, ultimately, that the world becomes a better place. If we all accepted our own fate, took what the world gave us, and never pushed the limits, we would lack some of the coolest inventions and some of the worlds most important sciences. via Pexels 9. Do I actively spend time reflecting on my own beliefs and ideas? We all know what its like to talk to a recent high school graduate about worldly issues: they simply repeat what theyve heard their parents say without giving a lot of thought to their own ideas about the world. Its easy to lean on the logic of others. But those with solid critical thinking skills have actively analyzed their own beliefs. When we spend time in reflection of our own ideas, we stand on a solid foundation during conversation and we have an easier time understanding the point of view of another person. If you havent spent time thinking about  why  you believe what you believe, build that into your weekly routine.  Continue  to ask yourself where the foundations of your ideas about the world are rooted. Critical thinking skills arent just something we talk about in personal and professional development seminars. Many employers want to see evidence of strong critical thinking skills in their job candidates. When you walk into an interview, you want to display some evidence of  how  you use critical thinking both in your personal and work life. You can show your potential employer that critical thinking is part of who you are by mentioning the things youre doing to sharpen those skills, specifically. If youve found that you have a hard time working in groups, talk about activities youve gotten involved in thats helped you learn the value of collaboration. If youve had to reflect on your own thoughts and ideas and youve found that they have no basis, dig deeper into the topics in which youre interested. Challenge yourself to watch and listen to several different versions of the same news story, from various broadcasters. Arm yourself with  all  the facts and then have a conversation with friends and colleagues who will open up to you about their honest thoughts. Analysis might be one of the hardest areas to practice on your own. You could try actively engaging in analysis when youre out with your friends and family. However, you can also achieve stronger analysis skills if you build in time during your day to read and listen and take in the world around you. Read articles from various websites think about the thoughts of others find the flaws in their logic completely dismantle their argument and then put it back together. Having strong analytical skills will make you a better employee, a better partner, and a better friend (not to mention we need better critical thinkers in the world!). If youve decided your critical thinking needs some work, there are several resources that can help you get yourself to where you want to be. Begin by using this website for some general tips on improving critical thinking skills. If you want to assess your critical thinking skills, use Indeeds assessment at the link here.

Irvine SAT Tutoring Tips Improve Your Score by This Fall

Irvine SAT Tutoring Tips Improve Your Score by This Fall Improve your SAT score by this fall with these 5 tips from an Irvine SAT tutor Most students are thinking about summer break and enjoying some relaxation time before going back to school. Although some well-deserved RR is definitely in order, summer is also an excellent time to work on improving SAT scores. During the year students have to focus on classroom assignments and other college application materials, and so theres little time left for test prep. Students who work on SAT over the summer can enjoy a better work-life balance during the school year as well as an increased chance of achieving a high composite score that will lead to college acceptance our private Irvine SAT tutors are here to help you score high. 1.   Identify areas that need improvement One of the best things students can do is take a practice exam so they can identify which areas they need to work on. Practice booklets have helpful scoring guidelines that will tell students how they scored on each section as well as which types of problems they got wrong most frequently. Students can work with their tutor to determine how much of a score improvement they need to achieve the overall composite score they want before they apply to college this fall. 2. Build confidence Its essential for students to have adequate confidence before they take their SAT next term. Feeling good about the test, in general, will give students more energy to maintain a positive attitude throughout their test prep and increase their chances of making an accurate educated guess on problems theyre not 100% on. Focused and efficient summer prep will help students build this amount of confidence and make them feel better about the SAT (READ: 5 Awesome SAT Apps). 3. Practice writing skills Students taking the SAT in the fall will need to know how to quickly and effectively respond to an essay prompt and demonstrate they understand the author’s point of view or position on an argument. The current SAT requires sophisticated writing skills that students will need to prepare for in advance. There are many different types of writing students will develop and refine throughout their high school career, but the SAT is looking for something very specific. Its a good idea for students to work on this over the summer when they dont have additional English assignments. 4. Improve focus and speed Its important to remember that the SAT is a timed exam. How quickly a student can answer questions correctly is a big part of how theyre graded. Consistently, students will answer questions correctly but do not have enough time to answer all of the questions. Unfortunately, unanswered questions will decrease a student’s score on that section. Through summer practice students can work on focus so theyre not distracted by their environment and build confidence so they can answer questions more quickly and move on (READ: 8 SAT Essay Tips). 5. Test prep strategy The SAT exam presents information in a unique format. In real life, students will not have multiple choices, and they will not be able to eliminate answers in the same way they can on a test. Classroom assignments allow students to present more than one right answer or opinion and teachers can gear their assignments to meet their classroom’s individual learning needs. The SAT, on the other hand, is a standardized exam where students need to align themselves with a particular set of standards. There are some proven, and refined strategies students can learn to be successful on this important exam, but they will need more time and focus to successfully develop these strategies. Summer is a fantastic time to work on these issues and will help a student improve their composite score in the fall. Our in-home Irvine SAT tutoring will have you prepared and confident to score high when you take the test this Fall. Call us today to learn about our summer discounts on test prep packages! All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

Spiritual Tutoring - Choosing the Right Spiritual Teacher

Spiritual Tutoring - Choosing the Right Spiritual TeacherIf you have a question about spirituality, you can get a spiritual tutor from the internet. Whether you want to learn more about God or have some questions about your own spirituality, there are many who will answer these questions. Spiritual tutoring has come into fashion in the last few years.A spiritual tutor is one who is interested in giving answers to your questions about spirituality. They usually spend time listening to you and trying to understand your particular needs. This way, they can give you a better understanding of your spiritual life.When you visit a web site, you will find that this could be a one-on-one time for your tutor to listen to you and ask you questions about your spiritual questions. You might have several different questions to ask your spiritual tutor. At first, it might take a little bit of time for them to read your mind, but eventually you will find out what your answers will be.One thing you w ill probably see from a spiritual tutor is that they will talk to you about the things that matter most to you in a person's body and soul. It is very important to learn all the spiritual wisdom that is inside of you. Being able to do this is the key to success in life.Tutoring doesn't have to be something you spend a lot of money on. Sometimes just being around the person you are tutoring makes the difference. The truth is that a person's health can go down if they are not taking the time to help themselves grow spiritually.With spiritual tutoring, you can be sure that you are receiving the best from your spiritual instructor. Most of the time, spiritual tutors are living examples of what is right in their lives.When you want to make some spiritual changes, make sure that you choose the right spiritual tutor. Make sure that you are not someone who is only looking to make money or who is someone who is trying to scam you out of your money. Take the time to find a spiritual tutor who you can trust and believe in.