What Is ScSc UAH Tutoring?

What Is ScSc UAH Tutoring?You may be considering a career in computer science and might consider ScSc UAH tutoring. If you are thinking about doing so, it is very important to consider what exactly are UAH (Universal Accreditation for Higher Education) and what this means to you. Here is a brief review of ScSc UAH tutoring.ScSc UAH means it is accredited by the US Department of Education. This accreditation will give you the opportunity to study at most any institution which will have UAH accreditation, such as: schools like Middlebury College, Amherst College, and Harvard University. A few other institutions, such as the Universities of Pittsburgh and Cornell, as well as those in New York City, can also offer this UAH accreditation. This is because it has been created with the United States Secretary of Education in mind, who has tasked them with finding new ways to test and evaluate institutions around the nation and to find out if their students are receiving a fair and reasonable education.There are five elements that are used in the process of accreditation for ScSc UAH tutoring. The first is that it must be a continuing process, meaning that it must go on for the entire life of the institution. In order to keep it going, the department of education has put certain criteria in place, such as any change in curriculum or students, or if there are structural changes to the program, must be approved by the department before the change takes place.This accreditation will cover undergraduate and graduate programs. You can choose from any combination of these, including your level of expertise and specialization in the area of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This is important because it will give you the chance to learn the skills that will be used by the organizations, companies, and individuals you wish to work with, which is very important to having a career in computer science.The second element is that you must also have a certificate of c ompletion in the major subject areas covered by the program at the institution. When looking at accredited universities, you will see that they offer a set of degrees, including Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, and PhD degree. These are for people who are just starting out in the field, or for people who are more advanced in their own careers. If you do not have this type of certificate, then you will need to take a technical program to get a degree that is equivalent to the ones you would otherwise be pursuing.The third element is that you must have specialties in all the subjects that are offered by the university. For example, if you are looking at a Bachelor's degree, you need to have knowledge of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. This means that you must have a good amount of practical experience, if you are thinking about starting out in a job where you are required to have your computer skills mastered. You will find that this is important for any industry tha t you are interested in.The fourth element is that the institution must prove that it is working towards meeting the requirements of the accreditation and making changes to meet those requirements. There will be an ongoing process where the department of education has to monitor changes and how well they are working. This will provide you with the ability to make sure that you are studying in a quality university and will give you a better chance of graduating.

A Day in the Life at Emory University

A Day in the Life at Emory University Rachel earned her bachelors degree in history and international studies from Emory University. She specializes in government tutoring, test prep tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Below, she shares her experience at Emory University. Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Rachel: When I lived on campus, I liked that it was very close to Atlanta's downtown area and Buckhead. That said, I think it felt like a very suburban campus with large residential homes surrounding the campus. I felt very safe there, and I loved the beauty of the campus. Emory has its own bus system that is very convenient. How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Rachel:They are available during office hours, or you can arrange a time to talk with them if you cannot make office hours. How would you describe the dorm liferooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Rachel:I lived in the sorority lodges when I lived at Emory, so I had a very active living experience with my friends. We always had activities and events to attend together. The location of the sorority lodges is great to get to class on timeonly a 15-minute walk. The dining options are great at the DUC and other locations on campus. I really enjoyed eating at Zaya's! Which majors/programs are best represented and supported? Rachel:The best support is given to the business school and pre-med majors. I studied history and international studies. I felt very supported by the history department itself, but Emory doesn't focus on supporting the liberal arts majors as much as they could. I found that disappointing during my time at Emory. How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Rachel:I didn't go to Emory as a freshmanI went to NYU. When I transferred, I had already joined my sorority, so I instantly had some great connections when I got to Emory. How helpful are the Career Center and other student support services? Rachel:The Career Center is really only helpful for business majors, economics majors, or pre-med majors. How are the various study areas, such as libraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Rachel:The library is great, having been newly renovated last year. I loved studying there. The freshman dorms look to be very comfortable and spacious, and the Greek housing is also great for studying. Other campus housing varies. Describe the surrounding town. Rachel:Atlanta is a great place to get in touch with culture through museums, events, and all kinds of opportunities. However, Emory students don't leave campus as often as they could, especially during the freshman and sophomore years. How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Rachel:The student body is around 4,000 on average. I was pleased with the small history and political science class sizes. Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one you regret the most. Rachel:My most loved experience with my professors was when I was presenting my honors thesis to my committee. It was so much fun to present my work to professors who I admired, and I was really glad to hear their positive feedback! Check out Rachels tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Learning to Play Guitar How Long Should My Lessons Be

Learning to Play Guitar How Long Should My Lessons Be Jill Cole Not sure how long your guitar lessons should be? Take some advice from guitar teacher David G. and youll be on the road to success When prospective students are looking for a potential music teacher they are searching for a  number of different aspects to their lessons. Most private teachers have a range of options for  lesson times that they offer their students, the most common being 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or  60 minutes in length. There are a number of things to consider when choosing how long your  guitar lessons should be. 30 Minute Lesson I recommend that most beginning guitar students start with a 30 minute lesson for a number of  reasons. If you are brand new to learning how to play guitar it is important during  your first few lessons to gauge your interest level in the instrument. Many people have an idea  that they want to learn to play guitar but it is not only a financial commitment but a time  commitment as well, so it is important to think realistically about how much time and money you  are willing to put in to work on the instrument. For younger students specifically, a 30 minute  lesson is a perfect slot of time because most students cannot focus effectively for a longer  period of time than 30 minutes. In your first few lessons your teacher will be giving you a lot of  information about a variety of aspects of learning to play and practice guitar effectively.  At times this can feel overwhelming for new students but it is important to remember that when  learning anything your mind needs time to absorb all the material that is being presented; it will  get easier. 45 Minute Lesson Most students that choose to have a 45 minute lesson are at an intermediate  level of experience playing the guitar and are more serious about learning how to play guitar at a  faster rate of time. Generally speaking your teacher will price the lessons so that you get more  for your money by choosing a 45 minute lesson vs choosing a 30 minute lesson. I personally  recommend my students select a 45 minute lesson if they are in the age range of 12 to 18, where they are able to focus for longer periods of time, and you mutually feel that the student is  progressing at a rate that is suitable for that particular individual. 60 Minute Lesson Students that select a 60 minute lesson fall into a number of different categories. Most  commonly I recommend that students take a 60 minute lesson if they are an advanced guitarist  or if they are a prospective college student looking to audition at a school specifically for  studying music. Similarly to the 45 minute lessons, teachers generally price a 60 minute lesson  so that it is the best overall deal for the student where you are paying a price that maximizes  your time with your guitar teacher. A 60 minute lesson is mandatory for students looking to enter  college as a music major. The reason for this is that at your music school you will be taking a 60  minute lesson with your professor at most major schools for music. As an advanced student  your teacher will expect and demand more out of your playing. When you are auditioning on  guitar at a school for music you are expected to be proficient in scales, arpeggios, sight reading,  and performing repertoire at an advanced level. I like to segment my 60 minute lessons into  categories to address each of these topics and allow students sufficient time to master their  material and concepts. Conclusion When selecting your lesson length with your private guitar teacher consider cost, level of  commitment, your experience with the instrument, your ambitions with the instrument, and what  feels right. Learning guitar is an incredibly rewarding and exciting instrument as you progress  with your experience. Best of luck and remember to always work hard and have fun! David G. teaches guitar, music performance, music theory  and piano  in Buffalo, NY.  He received his Bachelor of Music from SUNY Fredonia, as well as his    Master of Music Performance from  University at Buffalo.  David is  a multi-talented musician as a performer, composer and has been teaching students since 2006.  Learn more about David G. 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  Tobyotter

Tips for Parents How to Help Your Child Learn French

Tips for Parents How to Help Your Child Learn French Suzy S. If your child is learning French, you might be wondering how best to help them succeed. French tutor  Carol Beth L.  shares her best tips for parents entering into the world of French for kids Supporting your child in learning a foreign language can be difficult, especially if you dont speak the language yourself. Nonetheless, there are ways to help them learn. French is a relatively common, available language that is taught in middle and high schools, and many communities and cities have resources to help people learn the language. Here are a few ways that you as a parent can support your child in learning French. 1. Inform yourself about local French resources. Connect your child with those resources. Is there a French school (ecole francaise or lycee francaise) in your area? A branch of the Alliance Francaise? Both local French schools and Alliance Francaise branches have classes, programs and sometimes even a summer camp to help children and teens absorb a foreign language. How about a consulate with a calendar of events related to French language and culture? University language departments also often keep track of such events for their students or organize French-related events for their students. Some such events may be in French; others may be in English, but will still relate to French current events, culture, history or literature. 2. Expose your child to the language. Some of the resources listed above may help. There are also many popular French films and books out there. For younger children or less advanced readers, Asterix et Obelix and Tintin are popular comics that both have video adaptations. If your child loves movies,  La Gloire de mon Pere and Le Chateau de ma Mere  are films that follow a young boy vacationing with his family in Provence in the south of France. Jean de Florette is also set in Provence, and is based off novels by Marcel Pagnol, who is also known for his book Le Petit Nicolas (Little Nicolas). Le Petit Nicolas also has both a written format and a film adaptation. In addition to video, audio tapes and CDs can also be useful. For example, ThinkLanguage.com offers articles and audio tapes on a regular basis for subscribers. You may also be able to find CDs with French for kids. The car is one great place to keep these and put them on if you find yourself driving your child around a lot to school or other activities. This way, your child can study a little French on the go! 3. Consider an exchange program. Sending your student on exchange programs to a French-speaking country,  or visiting one with them, requires some financial backing; so, if you are unable to provide that backing, look for programs that may offer scholarships for linguistic and cultural exchanges. Or, focus on other ways to support your child. Also, keep in mind that France is just one of the many  French-speaking countries  out there. French is also spoken in Quebec (Canada), France, Belgium, parts of Switzerland, and quite a few African countries, especially those in western Africa. Haiti speaks French, as well, and a few other former French colonies also host a larger percentage of French-speakers than the rest of the world. 4. Learn French yourself. Learning French takes a lot of commitment, and a large percentage of parents are not realistically able to do it due to conflicting responsibilities. If you are one of those parents who has the motivation and time to do so, it will set an example for your child. It may also help you support your child in other ways. You may be able to help them with homework or speak with them in the foreign language. At the very least, you will have a greater understanding of what they are going through, the difficulties they are having, and the linguistic technicalities they may refer to as they are learning it. Learning a language can take time and effort, but is definitely worth it in the long run! Supporting your child as they learn can be difficult, but they will appreciate it, even if they dont say so. Your child will also benefit from the one on one attention of a private French tutor. Tutors are available to work with your child online via Skype or in-person, depending on location and availability. Find a French tutor today! Carol Beth L. teaches  French lessons in San Francisco, CA. She   also studied Japanese in high school and college. She has her Masters in French language education from the Sorbonne University in Paris and has been teaching since 2009. Learn more about Carol Beth 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  Richard Leeming

What Are The Best Cameras For Photography

What Are The Best Cameras For Photography What Are The Best Cameras Vs Which Cameras Are Best For You ChaptersStep One - What Is Features Do I Need In My Camera?Step Two â€" What Kind Of Camera Am I Capable Of Using?Step Three - What Do You Want To Photograph?When you decide that taking beautiful pictures is a priority. Your primary focus is likely to be finding and investing in the best camera for photography that money can buy. But with the market saturated with hundreds of cameras, how can you be sure about which camera is right for you?When I set out to buy my first camera, I decided to take a more practical approach. Rather than research the best camera on the market I asked myself three simple questions.What features do I need?What kind of camera am I capable of using?What do I want to photograph?It was the answer to these questions that lead to my first successful purchase of the best camera for ‘me’. Four amazing cameras later and I haven’t looked back, this formula works for me, and I would like to inspire you today by showing 3 simple things to think about before buyi ng your camera and introduce you to a few of the best cameras available for your purpose.If you are a professional photographer or a very tech savvy person, then almost any camera out there will be suitable for you to use right out of the box. If you find that your technical skills are slightly lacking and you have no interest in a significant learning curve, then you may want to avoid the DLSRs, mirrorless and SLRs and stick with a more straightforward point and shoot camera. If you are a complete novice then sticking with a smartphone where you only have to press the touchscreen or a simple point and shoot may be more suitable than the pricier DSLRs on the market.I know lots of people who decided that they wanted to get serious about photography and traded in their high-quality point and shoot cameras for a huge and expensive DSLR. Only to find out that they didn’t have the dedication to learn how to use the DSLR to its maximum potential. Leaving them using the same point and sh oot settings that they had on their old camera on a camera that costs 5 times the price.Find amazing photography courses online thanks to Superprof.Before making the huge investment in a camera, you should be clear about your ability to use the camera. Or your skill and dedication to learning how to use it.“It’s not wise to buy a Ferrari to drive 10 mph when a bicycle would do the job just as well” - AvaSearch for  photography courses london.Join the discussion: how expensive is photography, anyway?Action cams are normally rugged, waterproof and made to bounce around different terrains. Photo Source: UnsplashStep Three - What Do You Want To Photograph?Last but certainly not least is for you to think about what you want to photograph. Now if you have more experience with cameras than the average novice. You may already have a collection of picture and be able to see and theme occurring within your images. Let's take a look at some of the types of scenes and suitable cameras to capture them best.Do You Want To Take Photos To Put Online?If your main focus is sharing your selfies and casual snaps on your social profiles. You won’t need to shell out too much on the top cameras, the minimum advisable resolution is 1080px by 1080px, this equals roughly 3 million megapixels (MP) and will give you bright and sharp images.One of the best smartphones for selfiesThe Sony Xperia XZ1 has a 19MP back camera and a 13 MP front camera. While Sony doesn’t make the most popular smartphone around the quality of their phones are indisputable. It runs Android 8.0 (Oreo) and has a 4 GB of RAM, this phone can handle almost anything.So what makes it unique?2 powerful cameras - 19MP Primary camera and 13MP secondary camera.It has a 90-degree field of view which makes group selfies easier than saying cheese!It has 64 GB of storage and is expandable up to 256 GB plenty of space for all of your photos.It has 4k video recording in case you want to start a Vimeo or YouTube channel. It has a 2-inch screen with a crisp 1920x1080 resolution.And best of all it only weighs 155g.Do You Want To Photograph Action, Sports Or Underwater?Action cams can be a lot of fun and much more practical than normal cameras when trying to record extreme sports or activities. Action cams are normally rugged, waterproof and made to bounce around different terrains. The same cannot be said about an expensive DSLR. If you enjoy the outdoors, then one of these cameras might be a great way to capture your adventures.One Of The Best Action CamerasThe GoPro is one of the best action cam companies out there they have numerous models, and they all come with a wide variety of accessories. The GoPro Hero6 Black is a great camera that captures fantastic video and photos no matter where you are. Jumping out of a plane? Grab your GoPro! Dive with whale sharks? Grab your GoPro.So whats special about it?High resolution 12Mp for images and 4K video.Waterproof to 33 ft, so you can dive to your heart c ontent and capture everything.Easy to use touchscreen which can zoom and take photos closer up or far away.It has GPS, WiFi and Bluetooth so you will always know where your photos were taken and you can upload them in record time.The sexiest feature is you can talk to it, no I am not making it up â€" say “GoPro start recording” and it will. Now that's voice control.Best of all it only weighs 117g.Learn about some of the best photography accessories to capture the shots you want...Do You Want To Take General Snaps?A point and shoot camera as the name suggests is simple to use, compact and full of preset feature which means you don’t have to spend hours trying to work out what aperture or shutter speed is. The dials are set up to be foolproof and fuzz-free. If you want to take a portrait, you will find an icon of a face when you switch that you will have the best settings for a picture. The same goes for at least 5 other scenes such as night shot, sunset, landscape, close up etc .One Of The Best Point And ShootsThe Sony Cyber shot RX100 is a great lightweight camera with a pocket-sized design and a fantastic lens. It can shoot in daylight and low light producing clear images, and with a 20MP sensor, all pictures come out crisp and clear.So what’s special about this camera?It has a huge 2 MP sensor capturing every detail of your shot.It has HD video for clear home movies.It has a point and shoot controls but if you want to expand into learning about Manual controls you also get that with this model.A great feature is that has a steady shot feature to reduce blur so if you don’t have steady hands you will still be able to shoot amazing images.A DSLR will not let you down, full of everything you need to print your own photo books to selling images to magazines. Photo Source: UnsplashYou Want To Shoot Professional Pictures?Whether you are a photography enthusiast, Sell your images or are a Professional photographer working with your own studio. A DSLR will not let you down, full of everything you need to print your own photo books to selling images to magazines. Digital SLRs are the very top of the line when it comes to cameras. But even with the DSLR range, there are a wide variety of cameras available.Digital single-lens reflex cameras (DSLRs) combines a sensor, optics and a mirror to create a digital image. They come with large sensors which creates incredibly bright images, they have full manual control and automatic settings, DSLRs almost always have the changeable lens, and they will have large LCD screens where you can view your pictures.Canon and Nikon make some of the best entry levels to professional level cameras on the market. Their popularity is not without good cause, they create fast and high-performance cameras.Some popular Nikon DSLR models areNikon d7200 â€" 24 MP sensor, Clear low light images and has WiFi.Nikon d5300 â€" Multi angle LCD, GPS and a 2MP sensor.Nikon d5500 â€" Small lightweight and compact.Nikon d750 â€" 24.3MP sensor, shoots 6.5 frames per second.Nikon d810 â€" With a 3 MP Sensor, it’s one of the highest resolution DSLRs.Some popular Canon DSLR models areCanon Eos 7d mark ii â€" 20.2 MP sensor, high-quality Photos and video.Canon Eos 5d mark iii â€" 22.3 MP sensor, and dual image processor.Canon Eos 6d â€" Lighter full frame, 20.2 MP Sensor and smaller size.It is not the camera that makes the picture great, that is only part of the story. The real magic behind a fantastic photograph is the person holding the camera. You are the one who has to open yourself to see the world around you and find the right framing to present your vision to the world. So if you are a talented photographer, you are going to take great pictures with a disposable camera or an SLR.The primary way that having the best digital camera will help you is by amplifying your chosen subject and creating a clear image for others to be able to enjoy your chosen moment of time. So which kind of camera is best for you?

Break Down English Phrasal Verbs

Break Down English Phrasal Verbs Hello! Its been a while since weve added a new English phrasal verb to the collection. This week, one of my students messaged me via Skype to ask what the meaning of break down is. I told him it could mean several things, depending on the context. He replied Our car broke down.In this case, I told him, it means that the car is not functioning. Something is wrong with it. But as youll see below, break down can have many other meanings, depending on the context.Break down can mean to dismantle something, as in:City workers broke down the tents after the festival.Can you break this desk so we can move it to the other office?Note that it is specifically used with things that are made to be dismantled. You dont normally break down a building or a house.Break down can also be used to mean to explain or simplify something:Can you break down this math problem for me? I didnt understand it.Yes, Ill break it down for you, its very simple.  Heres a break down of our business plan for next year. To describe a failure of a system of a relationship or system:The government broke down after massive protests.After the argument, their marriage was about to break down.To describe the composition of something:The chart shows a break down of the chemicals found in the citys water.Finally, break down can be used as a noun to describe a sudden mental health problem:After the accident, he had a major break down.Ok, there it is. Let us know if you have any more phrasal verbs we can break down for you! Below youll find a video of Tom Pettys song Break Down. See if you can understand which meaning of break down hes using.

Listening Activity The Internet Under The Sea

Listening Activity The Internet Under The Sea In todays class we are going to look at how the internet works. The internet is something we often take for granted,    which means that we fail to appreciate it properly because we use it all the time. Can you think of anything else that you take for granted? What is taken for granted in your home country? Write your thoughts in the comment section below so we can hear your responses!Lets take a look at this video that explains how the internet is connected all around the world:For our first exercise today, there are 6 new words listed below with 6 definitions, all from the video you just watched. Can you match the correct definition to the vocabulary? Write your answers in the comment section.Vocabularytransmit (v.)vulnerable (adj.)groove (n.)audacious (adj.)cutting-edge (adj.)speedy (adj.)Definitionsa. exposed to the possibility of being damagedb. something that is done quickly, or something that is moving  quicklyc. a long, narrow cut in a hard materiald. something that is very a dvanced, often technologye. cause something to move from one person/ place  to anotherf. a willingness to take a big riskGood work!  For this next exercise you may need to watch the video again. There are 5 sentences below with a word missing. Can you fill in the space with the correct word by listening to what the narrator says in the video?We never stop hearing about how the internets in the cloud. But really, its in the _______________.These cables, placed by private companies, are the ____________ of the internet.Theyre vulnerable to _______________, at least a few times, confused ______________ have bitten them.In some places, they go as deep underwater as ___________ _____________ is high.The cables are _____________ from the back of the a ship, _____________ to the ocean floor and the world is connected in speeds measured in milliseconds.We hope you enjoyed todays listening activity. Sign up here for a trial class with LOI English.