Well since you opened up this page, my spidy senses tell me that you are not feeling happy lately. So that means my job is to show you how to get happy again.
Well, you know what? Its not as hard as you may think.
Let me tell you something about happiness. Happiness is what you are wrapped in, its like your skin.
You were born with this, and it is always with you. Does that make sense to you? Probably not, since you are not feeling happy right now.
But I'm telling you the truth; once you understand the truth, you can then choose to be happy.
And the simple truth is that God made you, and he wrapped you up like a present, and that present was wrapped with happiness.
Think about this; if you were born on a tropical island with your family, and it was a beautiful island with lots of animals and lots of food growing right on the trees, do you think you would be happy? Of course you would be happy.
In fact you would be so happy, you would have a permanent smile on your face.
Everyday would be a great adventure climbing trees, fishing, playing with the animals.
Sometimes you would take off and walk to the other side of the island just for the fun of the adventure.
At night time, since you are on an island away from all man made lights, the sky would be full of millions of stars and it would be so beautiful that you cant even imagine.
But now, you are sitting there in front of your computer reading this; and you are not feeling so happy. Even though you are wrapped in a blanket of happiness that you were born with, still you cant feel it.
You want to know why?
You have been thinking about things that make you feel bad.
And you know what? It does not matter what those things are. It only matters that you have been thinking of them.
I can hear you, you say you have real problems though, you are not like everyone else.
Life really sucks and I feel like I don't belong.
Let me tell you something. I know what it feels like to be unhappy.
I know what its like to live everyday being unhappy. That was who I used to be a long time ago. And I will tell you this; there is no problem in the world that is worth making yourself feel bad.
You can not feel bad enough to fix a problem.
You can not feel sad enough to fix a problem.
You can not feel hopeless enough to feel happy.
There is only one way to have your happiness.
You don't have to find happiness, like I said, its already there.
You are wrapped in it.
You were made, wrapped inside it.
All you have to do is quit covering it up with all your negative thoughts.
I'm going to tell you something now, and it's the most powerful thing anyone will ever tell you. Your mind is real! Your thoughts are real! You may not be able to see them, but they are just as real as your hand is. Not only are they real, but they are powerful. How can something invisible be powerful? Well for one thing, using your mind to think of negative things makes you feel really bad.
What you may not know, is that thoughts create your future experiences. When you think of something a lot, over and over, you are creating a thought form that surrounds you and attracts things to you like a magnet.
That's how powerful your mind is.
If you do not feel good about yourself, that's because you have been thinking that way.
Maybe you listened to some mean kids when they picked on you. Maybe you have big floppy ears and you don't like that.
Then, you spend time thinking about that. When you spend time thinking about something a lot, you are training your brain to think about it even more.
When you think about your floppy ears, you are thinking about what other mean kids have said.
You are thinking about you are different.
You are using your powerful mind to create a thought form that surrounds you.
That thought form does not feel good, and its sticky and sticks to you.
What you don't understand is now you will attract other things that feel bad, that feel the same way.
The next day you go to the store with your mom, and some kids are pointing at you and laughing. You know they are talking about your big floppy ears.
And things like this are going to start happening all the time, because you created them with your powerful mind, thinking the same negative thoughts over and over.
That is how powerful your mind is. So if you are sad, you can blame other people if you want too.
But the truth is you used your own mind to make you unhappy. You just tricked yourself.
Its like powerful magic. And if you feel unhappy, its only because you created that.
No one can enter your mind and choose what you think about can they? No one can enter your body and make you feel a certain way, can they? Are you starting to understand how powerful you are? And don't you understand that blaming other people isn't making you happy? Good news for you! Only YOU can choose to be happy or sad for you.
How do you clean all that crap off the happy blanket you are wrapped in? Well you just started, because you are understanding that you have the power.
Now you think about how you caused yourself to feel bad. Maybe you heard some things other mean kids said? Maybe you just tricked yourself into thinking you look odd.
It doesn't matter what the reason was, it only matters that you understand that you started thinking about negative things.
Then you thought about them more and more. Then you created a sticky thought form that started bringing to you other things that make you feel bad.
Now you just do the opposite. Get you a piece of paper and write down 10 things that you like about yourself.
If you have floppy ears and that is something you have been hating, now you write down that you have floppy ears and you really like that about yourself.
You like it because it's the way God made you.
You like it because it makes you special.
You like it because there is nothing in the world wrong with floppy ears and now you understand that. You like your floppy ears, because every time you think about them now, you will remember that you love yourself.
You get the idea right? Go ahead and finish that list!
Read this list a couple of times everyday.
Keep doing this until you can remember all 10 things without having to look at your list.
Keep in mind, you are the most important person in the world. Treat yourself as the most important person in the world. You must be happy to give other people happiness. You must love yourself to give other people love.
You must be kind to yourself to be kind to other people.
And if you have issues with things that are in your life that you do not like, then remember this.
Nothing in life lasts forever! Even school will be over soon enough.
You will be an adult soon enough. Make another list, and write down 10 things that you really like about life, about your life.
After you finish the list, take time to read it several times, and as you read it, take the time to feel the "feel good feelings".
You know what you are doing with this right? You are using you mind to think thoughts that feel good.
You are spending time thinking about these feel good thoughts.
Remember I told you, spending time with thoughts programs your brain to bring them up so you can think about them some more! Your powerful mind then creates a sticky thought form bubble around you.
But this time, you will be attracting other things in your life that make you feel just as good as those thoughts.
This cleans all that crap off your happy blanket you are wrapped in. You move into your own happiness that was always there.
Your happiness is always with you, always has been.
Never, ever, let yourself think about things other people say that make you feel bad. Some people are just butt holes and always will be. Why would you let a person who is acting like a butt hole, take away your huge power to choose to feel happy with yourself? That sounds pretty crazy doesn't it? So, from this day forward you understand how much power you have and how powerful your mind is.
You know how to move into your happiness.
You also know how to use your mind to create sticky thought forms that will attract to you the same things you think about.
So, now what will you think about?
Monday, 29 December 2014
Steps on How to Add A Watermark to A PDF
A portable document format, more popularly known as PDF, is a file format utilized to represent documents wherein they don't have to be selective of the hardware, application software or operating system being used. You can open it on Mac, Windows, or Linux with ease and even on mobile phones and tablets if you wish.
And since they encapsulate all of the content displayed in the original context, copying everything from the graphics, fonts, texts and lay out, you do not have to worry about people not being able to read the same file as you do. They require very little memory and can be kept secured from viruses, modification and redistribution.
One of the ways you can do that is by trying to add a watermark to PDF files. Now you can actually annotate a PDF using a number of tools.
Adobe is probably the most common.
But you can also use PDF Watermark Creator, PDFill PDF Tools, jPDFtweak and k2PDF, among others.
When utilizing Adobe, what you have to do first is choose the document you want to add a watermark to, click on "add watermark & background" and then wait for the dialog box to appear. Then, choose "add a watermark".
After you've accomplished that, set up the display option by clicking on the "show when displaying on screen" check box. If you want it to be included during the printing, you should also select the "show when printing" option. Subsequently, browse the source page area to find the PDF document you want to use as your watermark. If you have a source that is a multipage document, you might want to utilize the page number text box to lead the program to your selection.
Next, click "all pages" in the page range area so that the watermark applies to the entirety of the document. If you believe that it is unnecessary though, you could do "specify page range" and indicate what parts you want to have watermarks on the To and From space.
As you move further in having to annotate PDF files, you will have to pick the position and appearance of the watermark. Your options for vertical alignment can be found using the drop down list and they will typically be Top, Center, Bottom or Fit.
To check what the finished product would look like, you can refer to the preview box displayed on the right side of the window.
As far as the horizontal alignment is concerned, it should be Left, Center, Right and Fit still. For a unique positioning, you could click the rotation spinner button to slightly slant the watermark.
And then, to adjust appearance, you could play around with the opacity slider button. Finalizing how to add a watermark to PDF files involves finalizing your watermark's design and closing down the dialogue box.
If you'd like to edit, remove or restore previous settings, you could choose Edit and then "undo add watermark", "redo add watermark", depending on the intent.
As you can see, there's nothing complicated with the process.
And if ever you still find it confusing, you could refer to tutorial videos online to give you a blow-by-blow demonstration of the task.
And since they encapsulate all of the content displayed in the original context, copying everything from the graphics, fonts, texts and lay out, you do not have to worry about people not being able to read the same file as you do. They require very little memory and can be kept secured from viruses, modification and redistribution.
One of the ways you can do that is by trying to add a watermark to PDF files. Now you can actually annotate a PDF using a number of tools.
Adobe is probably the most common.
But you can also use PDF Watermark Creator, PDFill PDF Tools, jPDFtweak and k2PDF, among others.
When utilizing Adobe, what you have to do first is choose the document you want to add a watermark to, click on "add watermark & background" and then wait for the dialog box to appear. Then, choose "add a watermark".
After you've accomplished that, set up the display option by clicking on the "show when displaying on screen" check box. If you want it to be included during the printing, you should also select the "show when printing" option. Subsequently, browse the source page area to find the PDF document you want to use as your watermark. If you have a source that is a multipage document, you might want to utilize the page number text box to lead the program to your selection.
Next, click "all pages" in the page range area so that the watermark applies to the entirety of the document. If you believe that it is unnecessary though, you could do "specify page range" and indicate what parts you want to have watermarks on the To and From space.
As you move further in having to annotate PDF files, you will have to pick the position and appearance of the watermark. Your options for vertical alignment can be found using the drop down list and they will typically be Top, Center, Bottom or Fit.
To check what the finished product would look like, you can refer to the preview box displayed on the right side of the window.
As far as the horizontal alignment is concerned, it should be Left, Center, Right and Fit still. For a unique positioning, you could click the rotation spinner button to slightly slant the watermark.
And then, to adjust appearance, you could play around with the opacity slider button. Finalizing how to add a watermark to PDF files involves finalizing your watermark's design and closing down the dialogue box.
If you'd like to edit, remove or restore previous settings, you could choose Edit and then "undo add watermark", "redo add watermark", depending on the intent.
As you can see, there's nothing complicated with the process.
And if ever you still find it confusing, you could refer to tutorial videos online to give you a blow-by-blow demonstration of the task.
Sunday, 28 December 2014
Carl Friedrich Gauss (30 April 1777 - 23 February 1855)
Two hundred years ago, one of the greatest mathematical thinkers ever to have lived was in his prime.
In 1807, at the age of 30, Carl Friedrich Gauss was appointed Professor of Astronomy at Göttingen.
But this did not inhibit his prolific work in pure mathematics.
In 1811, he published a paper on the meaning of integrals with complex limits and examined the dependence of such integrals on the chosen path of integration. Remarkable as it is, it is not so much this particular piece of work we wish to celebrate in this article.
In mathematics Gauss is remembered for so many things, but perhaps most often for the Gaussian or "Normal" statistical distribution. Gauss was a child prodigy.
There is a story, which may or may not be true, about his remarkable mathematical ability at primary school.
His teacher, realising Gauss had completed a task well ahead of the rest the class, asked Gauss to calculate the sum of the numbers from 1 to 100. The child thought for a few seconds, then told her the answer: 5050. He had added 1 and 99, 2 and 98, etc, to turn the sum into 49 x 100, after which he added the only unpaired numbers, 50 and 100. When Gauss was only 14, Charles William Ferdinand, the Duke of Brunswick, who was always on the lookout for bright students, paid for the boy to go to the university in Brunswick.
Subsequently, he studied further in Gottingen. 1796 was Gauss's most prolific year, in which he documented at least 5 major discoveries and proofs in number theory and geometry. He demonstrated the construction of a 17-sided polygon using only straight-edge and compass, something that had eluded all mathematicians since the ancient Greeks.
Gauss sorely wanted to be accepted by the elite group of Parisian mathematicians.
But he presented his ideas in cryptic ways and didn't believe in showing much working and this ultimately went against him.
He was to spend all his life in what is now Germany. In 1801, there was great excitement in the world of astronomy as an 8th planet was discovered between Mars and Jupiter.
It was named Ceres, and today we know it as the largest asteroid. This discovery was considered a great omen for a new dawn of science at the beginning of the 19th century.
Shortly afterwards, however, the astronomers lost sight of the newly discovered object. Gauss announced he knew where to find it, using mathematical techniques now used to analyse data of many different types. To solve the problem of measurements of Ceres, Gauss had invented the Gaussian (or Normal) Distribution, now used widely in statistics, enabling patterns to be seen in seemingly random data.
The breakthrough was his realisation that the measurements, accurate and inaccurate, would, when plotted on a graph, be distributed around the true value in the shape of a bell-shaped curve.
With this and other tools, statistical analysis has become a powerful weapon to analyse data, to test hypotheses, to separate statistical fact from fiction.
Gauss had an aversion to teaching and said that a professor "loses his precious time" lecturing students.
This led to his taking the non-teaching post as Professor of Astronomy in the University of Gottingen in 1807 and he spent the rest of his career tracking the paths of planets.
The Gaussian distribution crops up everywhere; it is one of the statistician's tools for understanding the real world, in the fields of chemistry, medicine, engineering, finance and many others. Although arguably the most famous of Gauss's mathematical innovations, the Gaussian distribution is probably not the greatest of his many mathematical achievements.
Despite his enormous influence in the fields of statistics and astronomy, the properties of numbers was Gauss's true mathematical penchant. He once said "Maths is the Queen of the Sciences and Number Theory the Queen of Maths.
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In 1807, at the age of 30, Carl Friedrich Gauss was appointed Professor of Astronomy at Göttingen.
But this did not inhibit his prolific work in pure mathematics.
In 1811, he published a paper on the meaning of integrals with complex limits and examined the dependence of such integrals on the chosen path of integration. Remarkable as it is, it is not so much this particular piece of work we wish to celebrate in this article.
In mathematics Gauss is remembered for so many things, but perhaps most often for the Gaussian or "Normal" statistical distribution. Gauss was a child prodigy.
There is a story, which may or may not be true, about his remarkable mathematical ability at primary school.
His teacher, realising Gauss had completed a task well ahead of the rest the class, asked Gauss to calculate the sum of the numbers from 1 to 100. The child thought for a few seconds, then told her the answer: 5050. He had added 1 and 99, 2 and 98, etc, to turn the sum into 49 x 100, after which he added the only unpaired numbers, 50 and 100. When Gauss was only 14, Charles William Ferdinand, the Duke of Brunswick, who was always on the lookout for bright students, paid for the boy to go to the university in Brunswick.
Subsequently, he studied further in Gottingen. 1796 was Gauss's most prolific year, in which he documented at least 5 major discoveries and proofs in number theory and geometry. He demonstrated the construction of a 17-sided polygon using only straight-edge and compass, something that had eluded all mathematicians since the ancient Greeks.
Gauss sorely wanted to be accepted by the elite group of Parisian mathematicians.
But he presented his ideas in cryptic ways and didn't believe in showing much working and this ultimately went against him.
He was to spend all his life in what is now Germany. In 1801, there was great excitement in the world of astronomy as an 8th planet was discovered between Mars and Jupiter.
It was named Ceres, and today we know it as the largest asteroid. This discovery was considered a great omen for a new dawn of science at the beginning of the 19th century.
Shortly afterwards, however, the astronomers lost sight of the newly discovered object. Gauss announced he knew where to find it, using mathematical techniques now used to analyse data of many different types. To solve the problem of measurements of Ceres, Gauss had invented the Gaussian (or Normal) Distribution, now used widely in statistics, enabling patterns to be seen in seemingly random data.
The breakthrough was his realisation that the measurements, accurate and inaccurate, would, when plotted on a graph, be distributed around the true value in the shape of a bell-shaped curve.
With this and other tools, statistical analysis has become a powerful weapon to analyse data, to test hypotheses, to separate statistical fact from fiction.
Gauss had an aversion to teaching and said that a professor "loses his precious time" lecturing students.
This led to his taking the non-teaching post as Professor of Astronomy in the University of Gottingen in 1807 and he spent the rest of his career tracking the paths of planets.
The Gaussian distribution crops up everywhere; it is one of the statistician's tools for understanding the real world, in the fields of chemistry, medicine, engineering, finance and many others. Although arguably the most famous of Gauss's mathematical innovations, the Gaussian distribution is probably not the greatest of his many mathematical achievements.
Despite his enormous influence in the fields of statistics and astronomy, the properties of numbers was Gauss's true mathematical penchant. He once said "Maths is the Queen of the Sciences and Number Theory the Queen of Maths.
"
StarCraft 2 Void Ray Counter - Void Ray Strategy Guide
Void rays are made to be countered, heck, any StarCraft 2 unit is, there is not one strategy that I have came across in my years of playing StarCraft that can not be countered, and the void ray is not an exception.
So let's begin shall we? As you probably already know, v-rays are rather expensive and can be hard to get a hold of, they cost the combine amount of 5 marines, and 2 stalkers, which are two very useful units and numbers.
So Rays can definitely be used to turn the tide on your opponent, you have to know exactly what you are doing with a v-ray in order to succeed.
Rays do most of their damage on stationary targets. So a group of Rays focusing on a command center, hatchery, etc, can pretty much end you.
That's because their beam increases strength gradually when it is on the same target uninterrupted.
One thing that you want to do is to make sure you are never a stationary target (other that structures of course, this can rarely be prevented). So here's a counter mini-guide for all three races! Zerg CounterThis is first because zergs have the hardest time against v-rays. If you find your opponent is creating tons of void rays, you want to create a lot of corruptors, use corruption, and provide anti air support, try to build 2 mutalisks for every one void ray! Terran CounterMarines are pretty good against the protoss type ships, void rays never really get the chance to charge up much because marines die quite easily against them, so they have to keep recharging and focusing their beam, you also want to use stim packs as well! Another thing that you can do, especially if your opponent is kiting, is to use a Viking, You can kite pretty well (hit and run) against void rays because Vikings actually have more range and shoots missles, not a charged beam; if you micro well enough you can actually destroy void rays with Vikings without a single scratch on your Viking! ProtossThis is pretty easy, all you have to do is to build about 2 stalkers per void ray (which is surprisingly easy to do. And after you build this you want to use blink ability so you can kite. You want to blink under them, fire on them.
Just try to master the "shift blink" technique, and you'll be unstoppable.
So let's begin shall we? As you probably already know, v-rays are rather expensive and can be hard to get a hold of, they cost the combine amount of 5 marines, and 2 stalkers, which are two very useful units and numbers.
So Rays can definitely be used to turn the tide on your opponent, you have to know exactly what you are doing with a v-ray in order to succeed.
Rays do most of their damage on stationary targets. So a group of Rays focusing on a command center, hatchery, etc, can pretty much end you.
That's because their beam increases strength gradually when it is on the same target uninterrupted.
One thing that you want to do is to make sure you are never a stationary target (other that structures of course, this can rarely be prevented). So here's a counter mini-guide for all three races! Zerg CounterThis is first because zergs have the hardest time against v-rays. If you find your opponent is creating tons of void rays, you want to create a lot of corruptors, use corruption, and provide anti air support, try to build 2 mutalisks for every one void ray! Terran CounterMarines are pretty good against the protoss type ships, void rays never really get the chance to charge up much because marines die quite easily against them, so they have to keep recharging and focusing their beam, you also want to use stim packs as well! Another thing that you can do, especially if your opponent is kiting, is to use a Viking, You can kite pretty well (hit and run) against void rays because Vikings actually have more range and shoots missles, not a charged beam; if you micro well enough you can actually destroy void rays with Vikings without a single scratch on your Viking! ProtossThis is pretty easy, all you have to do is to build about 2 stalkers per void ray (which is surprisingly easy to do. And after you build this you want to use blink ability so you can kite. You want to blink under them, fire on them.
Just try to master the "shift blink" technique, and you'll be unstoppable.
Pro's and Con's of Online College Classes
The wide vast applicability of internet nowadays had put a greater impact on education. Most of the researches assignments and other multimedia tasking can now be accessible through internet.
With this, Online Degree Program like distance learning was able to put impact to College Campuses at it was taken by most students online.
Accessing the net can make the scenario of a typical class discussion, exams, lectures and multimedia presentation.
It was another way of promoting higher education.
Most likely of all educational needs are available online.
In line with understanding more about online college classes the learner must know first the advantages and disadvantages it may offer. Online college degree programs offer you a control over your time.
You can manage your time and work the class on your set schedule rather than working your schedule to make up with your classes.
There is no set times that you need to be on your computer so people in the working world, parents with small children who still wants to have a degree and those who are having trouble in waking up early for their morning class will surely fit in this. Time flexibility is better utilized in this manner. Geographically speaking, online college degree programs will help learners through efficient time and gas money consuming matter.
Learners living far distant will no longer have to commute just to attend classes. No taking down notes, other advantages that will help short attention span learners to cope up with the discussion.
The lecture was already provided written for an online course.
Lastly most of the discussions were technologically prepared, presentations and other multimedia learning processes were utilized by some professor to promote better learning. Another, learners don't need to wear uniforms for there is no dress code and timid students who less participate in live class discussion will fell more comfortable. This system gives students time constraints and isolation on their part as disadvantages. Students find it uneasy to manage time as they are liable on it and it promotes a lonely environment since they study alone with the computer.
In this case student who is member of the online communities would benefit much from this for they have the interaction needed to pass. But mind that lack of motivation will lead to class failure.
With this, Online Degree Program like distance learning was able to put impact to College Campuses at it was taken by most students online.
Accessing the net can make the scenario of a typical class discussion, exams, lectures and multimedia presentation.
It was another way of promoting higher education.
Most likely of all educational needs are available online.
In line with understanding more about online college classes the learner must know first the advantages and disadvantages it may offer. Online college degree programs offer you a control over your time.
You can manage your time and work the class on your set schedule rather than working your schedule to make up with your classes.
There is no set times that you need to be on your computer so people in the working world, parents with small children who still wants to have a degree and those who are having trouble in waking up early for their morning class will surely fit in this. Time flexibility is better utilized in this manner. Geographically speaking, online college degree programs will help learners through efficient time and gas money consuming matter.
Learners living far distant will no longer have to commute just to attend classes. No taking down notes, other advantages that will help short attention span learners to cope up with the discussion.
The lecture was already provided written for an online course.
Lastly most of the discussions were technologically prepared, presentations and other multimedia learning processes were utilized by some professor to promote better learning. Another, learners don't need to wear uniforms for there is no dress code and timid students who less participate in live class discussion will fell more comfortable. This system gives students time constraints and isolation on their part as disadvantages. Students find it uneasy to manage time as they are liable on it and it promotes a lonely environment since they study alone with the computer.
In this case student who is member of the online communities would benefit much from this for they have the interaction needed to pass. But mind that lack of motivation will lead to class failure.
Compare and Buy Outdoor Toys
Once the kids get used to some toy, they get bored from it and look for something new. To make kids go out of their homes and have some exposure, the outdoor activities are ideal which are facilitated with outdoor toys.
When you go for buying an outdoor toy, you should start comparing with the other toys.
You should compare outdoor toys and then make a decision which suits all the factors that are going to be listed as following: Usage of the Product: many of the people buy new and new outdoor toys without taking of the important factors like the usage, and the conditions you are going to use it in, and the wear and tear of the product. Sometimes we get attracted to the low cost products, but they end up in giving us low quality product, and those even don't last long and sometimes prove to be less safe too.
So make sure to buy a quality toy.
Will it fulfill the needs?: Sometimes making fast decisions end up in the purchase of product which is not totally required and is not needed too.
Proper research should be done about the product before purchasing the product and its features so that it meets the requirements.
Also take care of the future requirements too so that you don't end up buying a model which you may not require in the future and have to buy a upgraded one in the future.
Maintenance: Before buying the outdoor toy, make sure you know its maintenance costs and wear and tear because it may prove to be highly costly in some cases.
So always go for less maintenance requiring products. Rating: the other people's rating about that product should be considered before buying the product and the reviews should also be considered.
When you go for buying an outdoor toy, you should start comparing with the other toys.
You should compare outdoor toys and then make a decision which suits all the factors that are going to be listed as following: Usage of the Product: many of the people buy new and new outdoor toys without taking of the important factors like the usage, and the conditions you are going to use it in, and the wear and tear of the product. Sometimes we get attracted to the low cost products, but they end up in giving us low quality product, and those even don't last long and sometimes prove to be less safe too.
So make sure to buy a quality toy.
Will it fulfill the needs?: Sometimes making fast decisions end up in the purchase of product which is not totally required and is not needed too.
Proper research should be done about the product before purchasing the product and its features so that it meets the requirements.
Also take care of the future requirements too so that you don't end up buying a model which you may not require in the future and have to buy a upgraded one in the future.
Maintenance: Before buying the outdoor toy, make sure you know its maintenance costs and wear and tear because it may prove to be highly costly in some cases.
So always go for less maintenance requiring products. Rating: the other people's rating about that product should be considered before buying the product and the reviews should also be considered.
Start Your Online Bachelor Degree Today
Today, a great number of people would rather complete their own degrees online rather than admitting into regular education programs available on-campus.
Yet why is it that college students these days would prefer to get or even finish off their degree on the web instead of going to a real school or college? One of the main explanations why people today go with an online degree is how much money they will save.
If you ever compare the complete price of gaining an online degree side by side that of obtaining a traditional degree, the visible difference so far as the tuition fee is concerned would probably get to at least half. For example, while going to a traditional college could cost you 80,000 dollars, online college could only cost 20,000.
Online courses will save you time and money. One other reason why online degrees are usually very popular currently is due to individual's busy lifestyle.
You'll find people who already possess a bachelor's degree but still want to carry on and get a master's degree. But applying for masters might require time and energy and a lot of these individuals can't afford to quit their job. Consequently, receiving degrees online - through online distance learning programs - could strike the balance between school and work.
Online degree courses will also clear away the stress of your back - it will let you study at your own rate and you may not need to adhere to one particular schedule.
The majority of online degree programs offer you flexible schedules, allowing the individuals to remain working while they study.
Sometimes there will be online forums and chats; this will only take place based on your most convenient time frame.
Getting your education on the internet provides you numerous of choices.
Whatsoever your interests tend to be, surely you will discover one or more online program which will match you. Various diploma programs are offered online, such as law education, psychology, engineering degree, English, criminal justice.
You can also receive an online degree in accounting, nursing, physics, nutrition, and even an MBA.
Each one of these and more, you can complete without needing to go to a traditional college or university.
In addition to being able to get a bachelors degree, you can also obtain a Master's Degree, and even a Doctorate Degree.
Based on your present degree, you will be able to advance your degree as well as find new and profitable opportunities.
Yet why is it that college students these days would prefer to get or even finish off their degree on the web instead of going to a real school or college? One of the main explanations why people today go with an online degree is how much money they will save.
If you ever compare the complete price of gaining an online degree side by side that of obtaining a traditional degree, the visible difference so far as the tuition fee is concerned would probably get to at least half. For example, while going to a traditional college could cost you 80,000 dollars, online college could only cost 20,000.
Online courses will save you time and money. One other reason why online degrees are usually very popular currently is due to individual's busy lifestyle.
You'll find people who already possess a bachelor's degree but still want to carry on and get a master's degree. But applying for masters might require time and energy and a lot of these individuals can't afford to quit their job. Consequently, receiving degrees online - through online distance learning programs - could strike the balance between school and work.
Online degree courses will also clear away the stress of your back - it will let you study at your own rate and you may not need to adhere to one particular schedule.
The majority of online degree programs offer you flexible schedules, allowing the individuals to remain working while they study.
Sometimes there will be online forums and chats; this will only take place based on your most convenient time frame.
Getting your education on the internet provides you numerous of choices.
Whatsoever your interests tend to be, surely you will discover one or more online program which will match you. Various diploma programs are offered online, such as law education, psychology, engineering degree, English, criminal justice.
You can also receive an online degree in accounting, nursing, physics, nutrition, and even an MBA.
Each one of these and more, you can complete without needing to go to a traditional college or university.
In addition to being able to get a bachelors degree, you can also obtain a Master's Degree, and even a Doctorate Degree.
Based on your present degree, you will be able to advance your degree as well as find new and profitable opportunities.
Saturday, 27 December 2014
Online College Degrees - A Choice For Advance Degrees
Getting an online college degree has become a reality in present technologically driven world. Gone those days when you took break from school and couldn't comeback to finish the school. Now is the chance to get online degrees without leaving your job or other commitments.
The best part of online college degrees is that you can study by your pace and timings are also best suited to your time schedule.
Ever since internet has become the part of life, imparting education through internet has become easy, cost effective and has added new dimension to teaching. With course material, video presentation and projects all uploaded and readily available by 7/24 schedule to students. The ease, flexibility and hands on experience have taken online education to new heights. The benefits of online colleges are plenty.
First registering for courses through online has become easy.
Anytime by going online one can register for classes, check status, get course details, apply for exam or cancel the courses.
The online interaction makes work so easy that you don't have to make personal visit to campus for any course related work.
The online degrees are also for people who want to better their education credentials.
There are masters program available in business, healthcare, criminal justice or information technology.
These online courses are accredited and are recognized by both private companies and government departments.
br/> The only thing you need to ensure from your side is the discipline to complete assignments and submitting them on time. Since courses are done from home, you need to separate home environment with your study environment. The strong discipline is needed to ensure you remain in academic mood while reading courseware online.
br/> Although the social factor may be missing in online courses as compared to traditional education system, were you will bump to many students at campus.
In online course you have a degree of social interaction through e-mail, chat sessions and discussion forums.
Many employers have started imparting online education policy to allow employees to obtain advance degrees or simply upgrade their skill sets to suit organization's needs. However be careful when choosing the online college on internet. It is important to note that select only those colleges, which are accredited and their degrees should be honored by private and public companies. You must ensure that your money and time is invested in good online college degree. Popular Online College Degrees Health care Nursing Psychology Criminal justice Counseling Paralegal studies Accounts Information Technology Business It is possible to complete all above degrees in a timely fashion without disturbing other commitments related to any other activity in life.
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The best part of online college degrees is that you can study by your pace and timings are also best suited to your time schedule.
Ever since internet has become the part of life, imparting education through internet has become easy, cost effective and has added new dimension to teaching. With course material, video presentation and projects all uploaded and readily available by 7/24 schedule to students. The ease, flexibility and hands on experience have taken online education to new heights. The benefits of online colleges are plenty.
First registering for courses through online has become easy.
Anytime by going online one can register for classes, check status, get course details, apply for exam or cancel the courses.
The online interaction makes work so easy that you don't have to make personal visit to campus for any course related work.
The online degrees are also for people who want to better their education credentials.
There are masters program available in business, healthcare, criminal justice or information technology.
These online courses are accredited and are recognized by both private companies and government departments.
br/> The only thing you need to ensure from your side is the discipline to complete assignments and submitting them on time. Since courses are done from home, you need to separate home environment with your study environment. The strong discipline is needed to ensure you remain in academic mood while reading courseware online.
br/> Although the social factor may be missing in online courses as compared to traditional education system, were you will bump to many students at campus.
In online course you have a degree of social interaction through e-mail, chat sessions and discussion forums.
Many employers have started imparting online education policy to allow employees to obtain advance degrees or simply upgrade their skill sets to suit organization's needs. However be careful when choosing the online college on internet. It is important to note that select only those colleges, which are accredited and their degrees should be honored by private and public companies. You must ensure that your money and time is invested in good online college degree. Popular Online College Degrees Health care Nursing Psychology Criminal justice Counseling Paralegal studies Accounts Information Technology Business It is possible to complete all above degrees in a timely fashion without disturbing other commitments related to any other activity in life.
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Track Day-To-Day Progress of a Student With Elearning Solution
At present, a lot of schools and colleges are resorting to Elearning course modules, which are being delivered through learning management systems.
This new generation learning process helps the academic institutions to address major discrepancies in a fitting way.
Most of the common difficulties faced at academic institutions include teacher shortages in certain areas, growing number of home-schooled students, a lack of AP courses, physical space, and school funding. With proper implementation of the Elearning course module, the traditional methods of educating, training, and testing student potentiality has been given a new dimension.
It has been proved time and again that even an average student, can achieve a high score on an online assessment.
As a training organizer or an instructor, the primary objective is to deliver effective and engaging course content for the students.
It is likely to build up students' interest in the course content and at the same time inspire them to perform their best. Accessing a robust learning management system allows you to ensure that students are investing their best efforts and submitting their original work.
Thus, the entire process helps in tracking the performance of the students in a suitable style. An effective learning management system comes with a host of tools that facilitate interactive and collaborative learning. For example, the discussion forums where students can share their views, answer questions, interact with peers and teachers, thus adapting it into an engaging learning environment.
It also helps to expand the knowledge base.
However, ensure that the Elearning assignments need to be coordinated with such an approach that can create maximum responses and avoid plagiarism.
According to Elearning experts, engaging course content goes a long way to garner the triumph of Elearning campaigns at academic establishments.
This interesting course content may include dynamic course features comprising of video and audio material, such as, podcasts, and so on, which will assist the modern day student to connect with the same.
With the help of an effective learning management system, administrators can build up a structure, which can track students' day-to-day performance with ease and expediency. The system also helps instructors and educators to generate grades and credit marks for each student, without having to worry about the tedious activities associated with traditional process.
However, do keep in mind that a good Learning Management System not only expands the knowledge base of a student, but also helps track a student's day-to-day.
This new generation learning process helps the academic institutions to address major discrepancies in a fitting way.
Most of the common difficulties faced at academic institutions include teacher shortages in certain areas, growing number of home-schooled students, a lack of AP courses, physical space, and school funding. With proper implementation of the Elearning course module, the traditional methods of educating, training, and testing student potentiality has been given a new dimension.
It has been proved time and again that even an average student, can achieve a high score on an online assessment.
As a training organizer or an instructor, the primary objective is to deliver effective and engaging course content for the students.
It is likely to build up students' interest in the course content and at the same time inspire them to perform their best. Accessing a robust learning management system allows you to ensure that students are investing their best efforts and submitting their original work.
Thus, the entire process helps in tracking the performance of the students in a suitable style. An effective learning management system comes with a host of tools that facilitate interactive and collaborative learning. For example, the discussion forums where students can share their views, answer questions, interact with peers and teachers, thus adapting it into an engaging learning environment.
It also helps to expand the knowledge base.
However, ensure that the Elearning assignments need to be coordinated with such an approach that can create maximum responses and avoid plagiarism.
According to Elearning experts, engaging course content goes a long way to garner the triumph of Elearning campaigns at academic establishments.
This interesting course content may include dynamic course features comprising of video and audio material, such as, podcasts, and so on, which will assist the modern day student to connect with the same.
With the help of an effective learning management system, administrators can build up a structure, which can track students' day-to-day performance with ease and expediency. The system also helps instructors and educators to generate grades and credit marks for each student, without having to worry about the tedious activities associated with traditional process.
However, do keep in mind that a good Learning Management System not only expands the knowledge base of a student, but also helps track a student's day-to-day.
5 No Brainer Ways to Get the Kids Out of the House
It seems like when I was a kid, my mom had to struggle to get me to come inside. My siblings and I would spend endless summer days roaming the hills near my home, playing war through the woods, building forts, and even just lying back in the tall grass and watching the clouds. These days, kids are a bit different, and if you're like a lot of modern parents, you might be wondering how to get them out of the house and away from the video game so they can get some much-needed fresher air, sunshine, and exercise.
1.
Tell Them to Go Outside Hey, you're the parent take control.
I'll tell you what, my mom might have had some trouble finding us when it was time to round everyone up for the night, but when it came to us getting a little too hyper or rough-housing in the living room, a good ole' "Take it outside now!" was all it took to send us scrambling.
Now, things were a bit different back then, and if you hollered like my mom used to, your neighbors might start looking at you a little different.
But that doesn't mean you should put your foot down when it's time.
2.
Take Them Outside While we're at it take your kids outside yourself. I'm not talking about dragging them out there by their feet; what I'm saying is that if you pack some lunches and head out for a hiking trip or the beach, your children will indeed be outdoors enjoying themselves. We could all use a little activity and fresh air.
3.
Get Involved at the Rec Center Purchasing a membership or finding a free rec center with lots of kids your age is a good way to get them out and about and active.
Most centers have some great dance and martial art classes as well as baseball diamonds and basketball courts.
4. Enroll Them in Organized Sports What about sports? This is a great way to start building responsibility, work ethic, and healthy habits at a young age. Not to mention your kids can be off doing what they do while you're tending to the responsibilities of an over-worked modern adult.
Some great outdoor sports include soccer, baseball, football, swimming, and cheerleading.
5.
Put Together an Activity Center Finally, a great way to motivate your kids to be less sedentary and more active is to make your yard a little more inviting. There are all kinds of things you can do.
Set up a rope swing.
Make or buy a basketball hoop.
Organize an outdoor living area. Purchase a botchee set. Or go all out and buy a nice set of swings, a trampoline, and an above-ground pool these things are much more affordable these days.
Tell Them to Go Outside Hey, you're the parent take control.
I'll tell you what, my mom might have had some trouble finding us when it was time to round everyone up for the night, but when it came to us getting a little too hyper or rough-housing in the living room, a good ole' "Take it outside now!" was all it took to send us scrambling.
Now, things were a bit different back then, and if you hollered like my mom used to, your neighbors might start looking at you a little different.
But that doesn't mean you should put your foot down when it's time.
2.
Take Them Outside While we're at it take your kids outside yourself. I'm not talking about dragging them out there by their feet; what I'm saying is that if you pack some lunches and head out for a hiking trip or the beach, your children will indeed be outdoors enjoying themselves. We could all use a little activity and fresh air.
3.
Get Involved at the Rec Center Purchasing a membership or finding a free rec center with lots of kids your age is a good way to get them out and about and active.
Most centers have some great dance and martial art classes as well as baseball diamonds and basketball courts.
4. Enroll Them in Organized Sports What about sports? This is a great way to start building responsibility, work ethic, and healthy habits at a young age. Not to mention your kids can be off doing what they do while you're tending to the responsibilities of an over-worked modern adult.
Some great outdoor sports include soccer, baseball, football, swimming, and cheerleading.
5.
Put Together an Activity Center Finally, a great way to motivate your kids to be less sedentary and more active is to make your yard a little more inviting. There are all kinds of things you can do.
Set up a rope swing.
Make or buy a basketball hoop.
Organize an outdoor living area. Purchase a botchee set. Or go all out and buy a nice set of swings, a trampoline, and an above-ground pool these things are much more affordable these days.
Teaching Teens About the Reproductive System
Teaching teens about the reproductive system can be the most difficult discussion a parent can have.
Many fear that talking about sexual subjects with their teens will lead to further experimentation and promiscuity but nothing could be further from the truth.
In fact, not knowing the information leads to more curiosity, and above all else-danger.
Teaching teens about the reproductive system can indeed be difficult but it is the most important discussion you will ever have with your child.
The best approach is to let them know that it is as uncomfortable for you as it is for them. It is okay to be human and let your teenager know that even though it embarrasses you it is something you feel strongly about. Teaching teens about the reproductive system and sexual relationships and the dangers surrounding promiscuity helps them to make informed intelligent decisions when the situations that WILL arise happen.
Knowing that you have given them the information they need to stand up to the pressures that exist today will make talking about the subject much easier for you. You might be surprised once you get past the initial embarrassment that your teen is anxious to talk to you about the issues that trouble them regarding sex, relationships, peer pressure, and other issues related to the reproductive system.
Many kids want to talk to their parents but are just as uncomfortable broaching the subject as you are. The fact is they need help navigating the world we live in today.
Sexual experiences are out in the open and still remain shrouded in mystery and pressure more than ever before. Knowing that they can talk to you about these subjects will give them a place to turn when the pressures become too tough to handle alone and the ability to make the right decisions with your guidance.
As you settle in to begin teaching teens about the reproductive system use familiar examples from TV, movies, and even friends and family to highlight your points.
Let them know the seriousness of sexually transmitted diseases just as much as various aspects of how their bodies work. Keep a sense of humor, that is the best way to get past the nerves and anxiety of such sensitive subjects and never get angry or upset over questions your teen may have on the subjects.
Be sure to ask them if they have any questions regarding the subject and if you do not know the answer don't feel the need to bluff.
Tell them you don't know, and look up the answer. Better yet, look up the answer together and discuss the material available with each other.
If you are seriously unable to communicate when teaching teens about the reproductive system leave books that are appropriate for your child's age in places they are sure to see them.
Curiosity will guide them to pick them up and read.
Not only will that help to provide information to them, it can open up the lines of communication between you and make it easier to discuss any questions they may have on the material. Whatever you do, and how you do it, teaching teens about the reproductive system should be a priority for you as your child enters puberty.
Your help will get them through the difficult teenage years successfully and happily and you will be able to look upon your young adult with pride and accomplishment of a job well done.
Many fear that talking about sexual subjects with their teens will lead to further experimentation and promiscuity but nothing could be further from the truth.
In fact, not knowing the information leads to more curiosity, and above all else-danger.
Teaching teens about the reproductive system can indeed be difficult but it is the most important discussion you will ever have with your child.
The best approach is to let them know that it is as uncomfortable for you as it is for them. It is okay to be human and let your teenager know that even though it embarrasses you it is something you feel strongly about. Teaching teens about the reproductive system and sexual relationships and the dangers surrounding promiscuity helps them to make informed intelligent decisions when the situations that WILL arise happen.
Knowing that you have given them the information they need to stand up to the pressures that exist today will make talking about the subject much easier for you. You might be surprised once you get past the initial embarrassment that your teen is anxious to talk to you about the issues that trouble them regarding sex, relationships, peer pressure, and other issues related to the reproductive system.
Many kids want to talk to their parents but are just as uncomfortable broaching the subject as you are. The fact is they need help navigating the world we live in today.
Sexual experiences are out in the open and still remain shrouded in mystery and pressure more than ever before. Knowing that they can talk to you about these subjects will give them a place to turn when the pressures become too tough to handle alone and the ability to make the right decisions with your guidance.
As you settle in to begin teaching teens about the reproductive system use familiar examples from TV, movies, and even friends and family to highlight your points.
Let them know the seriousness of sexually transmitted diseases just as much as various aspects of how their bodies work. Keep a sense of humor, that is the best way to get past the nerves and anxiety of such sensitive subjects and never get angry or upset over questions your teen may have on the subjects.
Be sure to ask them if they have any questions regarding the subject and if you do not know the answer don't feel the need to bluff.
Tell them you don't know, and look up the answer. Better yet, look up the answer together and discuss the material available with each other.
If you are seriously unable to communicate when teaching teens about the reproductive system leave books that are appropriate for your child's age in places they are sure to see them.
Curiosity will guide them to pick them up and read.
Not only will that help to provide information to them, it can open up the lines of communication between you and make it easier to discuss any questions they may have on the material. Whatever you do, and how you do it, teaching teens about the reproductive system should be a priority for you as your child enters puberty.
Your help will get them through the difficult teenage years successfully and happily and you will be able to look upon your young adult with pride and accomplishment of a job well done.
Friday, 26 December 2014
Childhood Pleasures
The children who enjoy life the most are the ones who have learnt to recognise the pleasure in the current situation.
Those who are constantly striving for the next thing will never be satisfied.
As parents we need to show our children how to enjoy life. Take your time over things; don't always talk about what is going to happen tomorrow or next week.
Allow your child to explore the things around them, remember, the best things in life are free! When you take your child out for walks or visits to the park in autumn, show them the leaves falling off the trees, and take the opportunity to explain why.
Discuss the different types of trees, if you don't know them - find out! Maybe it will help you to appreciate life more too! Show an interest in what your child is doing and talk to them about what you are doing also, encourage them to ask questions, you might just be washing up, but use everything you do as a learning opportunity.
Why are you washing up? Please resist the urge to say 'Because no one else will'! Help your child to develop their thinking and let them help you; they need to know that there are other people in the world besides themselves. A child who sees life as an adventure will not only enjoy life more but they will build up experiences that they can draw on in the future in all sorts of situations.
There are so many fun times that you can share with your child.
For specific toy and play ideas see my fact sheet on 'Playing with your pre-school child'.
Remember also that there are a lot of items in your home that will keep your toddler happy safely. When l was busy at home in the kitchen and my toddlers used to seek my attention l would sometimes give them safe saucepans and wooden spoons, they would happily sit on the floor pretending to cook or using them as drums! Try to shut out the noise, it is the sound of your child experimenting and having fun! Surely it is better than the sound of crying.
On a hot day, put a small bowl of water outside (in the shade) give them spoons again and plastic bowls or beakers and watch them play for hours.
Allow them to get wet, it really doesn't matter. Please remember also to supervise children at all times when playing with or around water.
Those who are constantly striving for the next thing will never be satisfied.
As parents we need to show our children how to enjoy life. Take your time over things; don't always talk about what is going to happen tomorrow or next week.
Allow your child to explore the things around them, remember, the best things in life are free! When you take your child out for walks or visits to the park in autumn, show them the leaves falling off the trees, and take the opportunity to explain why.
Discuss the different types of trees, if you don't know them - find out! Maybe it will help you to appreciate life more too! Show an interest in what your child is doing and talk to them about what you are doing also, encourage them to ask questions, you might just be washing up, but use everything you do as a learning opportunity.
Why are you washing up? Please resist the urge to say 'Because no one else will'! Help your child to develop their thinking and let them help you; they need to know that there are other people in the world besides themselves. A child who sees life as an adventure will not only enjoy life more but they will build up experiences that they can draw on in the future in all sorts of situations.
There are so many fun times that you can share with your child.
For specific toy and play ideas see my fact sheet on 'Playing with your pre-school child'.
Remember also that there are a lot of items in your home that will keep your toddler happy safely. When l was busy at home in the kitchen and my toddlers used to seek my attention l would sometimes give them safe saucepans and wooden spoons, they would happily sit on the floor pretending to cook or using them as drums! Try to shut out the noise, it is the sound of your child experimenting and having fun! Surely it is better than the sound of crying.
On a hot day, put a small bowl of water outside (in the shade) give them spoons again and plastic bowls or beakers and watch them play for hours.
Allow them to get wet, it really doesn't matter. Please remember also to supervise children at all times when playing with or around water.
Do it Yourself - How to Teach Children Self Confidence and Build Self Esteem
You really can't fool children. When it comes to praising children, they know whether what they've done is praiseworthy, or whether we as parents are simply offering self-esteem-boosting praise.
The problem with the latter is that done enough, children begin to doubt any praise they get is really based on them doing something praiseworthy.
If everything is praiseworthy, then nothing is praiseworthy.
So instead of offering meaningless b.s.
praise to try to artificially inflate their self-esteem, why not give the "Do It Yourself" strategy a try. The Do It Yourself strategy says that when children ask their parents to do something for them because they don't know how themselves (but it is a task well within their skill and knowledge level), that the parent require the child to a. do it themselves; b.
learn with the parent how to do it.
Every parent can see how excited and how proud a child is when they learn to do something themselves for the first time, like tie their shoes or ride a bike. So this isn't about telling your child to go get his own cup of water because he's busy watching television (I find myself constantly reminding my children that I am their father, not their servant..
.but it doesn't really help anyway!) Rather it's about empowering them to think for themselves, to do for themselves, to prove to themselves that they have the ability to make decisions and work through difficult situations and succeed in overcoming them.
That -- and not phony praise -- is how a child builds self-confidence and self-esteem.
And a child with a strong self-confidence and self-esteem lays a strong foundation for future success and happiness.
If everything is praiseworthy, then nothing is praiseworthy.
So instead of offering meaningless b.s.
praise to try to artificially inflate their self-esteem, why not give the "Do It Yourself" strategy a try. The Do It Yourself strategy says that when children ask their parents to do something for them because they don't know how themselves (but it is a task well within their skill and knowledge level), that the parent require the child to a. do it themselves; b.
learn with the parent how to do it.
Every parent can see how excited and how proud a child is when they learn to do something themselves for the first time, like tie their shoes or ride a bike. So this isn't about telling your child to go get his own cup of water because he's busy watching television (I find myself constantly reminding my children that I am their father, not their servant..
.but it doesn't really help anyway!) Rather it's about empowering them to think for themselves, to do for themselves, to prove to themselves that they have the ability to make decisions and work through difficult situations and succeed in overcoming them.
That -- and not phony praise -- is how a child builds self-confidence and self-esteem.
And a child with a strong self-confidence and self-esteem lays a strong foundation for future success and happiness.
How To Win Playing Casino Blackjack
The game of blackjack, also known as "21," has greatly increased in popularity in recent years. This is most likely due to the apparent simplicity of the game. I say apparent because even though the object of the game is easily understood, the complexities are widely overlooked.
If you ask a blackjack player what the object of the game is, they will most likely tell you it is to draw a card total as close to 21 as possible.
This is a widely held belief, but it is incorrect. The sole object of the game is to beat the dealer.
To win, the player must either have a higher value hand than the dealer or have a valid hand under 21 when the dealer exceeds that target. Exceeding the total of 21 by either the player or dealer is referred to as "busting." Blackjack had always been a fabulous profit producer for the casinos and was always considered to have a huge house edge prior to the mid 1960's. It was at this time Dr.
Edward O.
Thorp wrote his groundbreaking book "Beat The Dealer." Dr. Thorp's book offered the first explanation of card counting techniques and how by tracking the depleted cards would give the player an advantage over the dealer. Prior to this time no one had any idea that altering the composition of the deck would actually shift the advantage between the dealer and player depending on the cards that were dealt.
More importantly, those same computer trials produced a "basic strategy" for playing the individual hands based on the dealer's exposed card.
Despite all that has been written on the subject, the correct strategy for properly playing their hands is actually known by very few players.
Though most blackjack authorities claim that their strategies are based on either computer trials, mathematical calculations or a combination of the two, I have found that their resulting strategies are in no way consistent.
Thorp's rules of play were also based on the use of a single deck of cards. At the time it was written all blackjack games were played with a single deck. Following the publication of his book, the nervous casinos fearing a loss of profits, countered by changing to an eight deck game dealt from a long, rectangular, plastic card holder called a "shoe.
" The difference between the playing strategy for a single deck and a multi-deck game is dramatic. This accounts for the wide variety of rules and misinformation employed by players today.
The single deck strategy cannot be used when playing the eight deck game.
The truth is, using a proper eight deck playing system allows the player to play an even game with the casino in which they have little if any advantage over the player at all. Applying an intelligent money management system and betting strategy gives the player a significant edge over the game.
While there are several casino table games, such as craps and baccarat, that offer the player the ability to play with less than a negative 1.
5% house percentage, it is only blackjack where the advantage moves in favor of the player depending on their skill and the composition of the remaining cards left to be dealt.
With the advent of card counting methods, I do not believe there are any casinos that still offer single deck blackjack. The following is a complete description of the most effective "basic strategy" for use at a multi-deck game.
It is as follows: Dealer's up card is 2 or 3.
.. Stand on hard total of 13 or more Dealer's up card is 4, 5, 6..
.
Stand on 12 or more Dealer's up card is 7, 8, 9, 10 or Ace..
.
Stand on 17 or more Always Split Aces Always Split 8's Split 2's & 3's when Dealer's up card is 4, 5, 6 or 7 Split 6's when Dealer's up card is 7 or less Split 9's when Dealer's up card is 2-6 or 8 & 9 (stand on 7) Do Not Split 4's, 5's, or 10's Double Down on 11 when Dealer's up card is 2 - 10 Double Down on 10 when Dealer's up card is 2 - 9 Double Down on 9 when Dealer's up card is 3 - 6 Double Down on Soft hand 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 & 18 when Dealer's up card is 5 or 6 Always hit (take a card) a soft hand of 13, 14, 15, 16 & 17 when not Doubling Down Always hit soft 18 when Dealer's up card is 9, 10 or Ace The use of "Insurance" or "Surrender" is not recommended. These options should only be used when the player is certain of the deck composition through card counting. Although card counting strategies offer the player a means of consistently maintaining an edge over the game, the practice and concentration required to be effective is often beyond the reach of the average player. For most players the use of the "basic strategy" is the optimal method of winning blackjack.
An educated decision will always win more often.
If you ask a blackjack player what the object of the game is, they will most likely tell you it is to draw a card total as close to 21 as possible.
This is a widely held belief, but it is incorrect. The sole object of the game is to beat the dealer.
To win, the player must either have a higher value hand than the dealer or have a valid hand under 21 when the dealer exceeds that target. Exceeding the total of 21 by either the player or dealer is referred to as "busting." Blackjack had always been a fabulous profit producer for the casinos and was always considered to have a huge house edge prior to the mid 1960's. It was at this time Dr.
Edward O.
Thorp wrote his groundbreaking book "Beat The Dealer." Dr. Thorp's book offered the first explanation of card counting techniques and how by tracking the depleted cards would give the player an advantage over the dealer. Prior to this time no one had any idea that altering the composition of the deck would actually shift the advantage between the dealer and player depending on the cards that were dealt.
More importantly, those same computer trials produced a "basic strategy" for playing the individual hands based on the dealer's exposed card.
Despite all that has been written on the subject, the correct strategy for properly playing their hands is actually known by very few players.
Though most blackjack authorities claim that their strategies are based on either computer trials, mathematical calculations or a combination of the two, I have found that their resulting strategies are in no way consistent.
Thorp's rules of play were also based on the use of a single deck of cards. At the time it was written all blackjack games were played with a single deck. Following the publication of his book, the nervous casinos fearing a loss of profits, countered by changing to an eight deck game dealt from a long, rectangular, plastic card holder called a "shoe.
" The difference between the playing strategy for a single deck and a multi-deck game is dramatic. This accounts for the wide variety of rules and misinformation employed by players today.
The single deck strategy cannot be used when playing the eight deck game.
The truth is, using a proper eight deck playing system allows the player to play an even game with the casino in which they have little if any advantage over the player at all. Applying an intelligent money management system and betting strategy gives the player a significant edge over the game.
While there are several casino table games, such as craps and baccarat, that offer the player the ability to play with less than a negative 1.
5% house percentage, it is only blackjack where the advantage moves in favor of the player depending on their skill and the composition of the remaining cards left to be dealt.
With the advent of card counting methods, I do not believe there are any casinos that still offer single deck blackjack. The following is a complete description of the most effective "basic strategy" for use at a multi-deck game.
It is as follows: Dealer's up card is 2 or 3.
.. Stand on hard total of 13 or more Dealer's up card is 4, 5, 6..
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Stand on 12 or more Dealer's up card is 7, 8, 9, 10 or Ace..
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Stand on 17 or more Always Split Aces Always Split 8's Split 2's & 3's when Dealer's up card is 4, 5, 6 or 7 Split 6's when Dealer's up card is 7 or less Split 9's when Dealer's up card is 2-6 or 8 & 9 (stand on 7) Do Not Split 4's, 5's, or 10's Double Down on 11 when Dealer's up card is 2 - 10 Double Down on 10 when Dealer's up card is 2 - 9 Double Down on 9 when Dealer's up card is 3 - 6 Double Down on Soft hand 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 & 18 when Dealer's up card is 5 or 6 Always hit (take a card) a soft hand of 13, 14, 15, 16 & 17 when not Doubling Down Always hit soft 18 when Dealer's up card is 9, 10 or Ace The use of "Insurance" or "Surrender" is not recommended. These options should only be used when the player is certain of the deck composition through card counting. Although card counting strategies offer the player a means of consistently maintaining an edge over the game, the practice and concentration required to be effective is often beyond the reach of the average player. For most players the use of the "basic strategy" is the optimal method of winning blackjack.
An educated decision will always win more often.
Grants & Programs For Troubled Teens
There are many grant programs for troubled teens.
These are social welfare programs where social services and juvenile authorities team up with local business enterprises or institutions to help teens work for a wage and learn to live responsibly and with integrity.
Grant programs are State sponsored or sponsored by not for profit groups. Troubled teens are enrolled in the program and given work experience and academic training.
They are taught skills to develop a sense of purpose and self esteem.
Marketing, sales, gardening and local community services are some of the many work programs that take in troubled teens to teach them life skills.
Troubled adolescents learn to cope with real life work issues and give up their negative thought and habits.
Since the work is paid for, these young men and women have an added incentive to join the program.
They learn the importance of living a dignified disciplined lifestyle and the value of becoming well adjusted adults with successful careers.
These programs enroll teenagers for work after school hours so that their education is not neglected.
The Departments of Public Welfare in many States and private endowments give grants for establishing work oriented programs for troubled teens.
These programs are designed to give hope to adolescents who live in the depths of despair. They are given responsible jobs and are paid for the work done.
They can save the money they earn for going to college and getting a career. They work with other teenagers with behavioral issues and come out of their isolated troubled existence by helping and working with their peers.
The advantages of these grant programs for troubled teens are that they can focus on earning money and develop skills.
They can turn away from crime, addictions, emotional upheavals and disruptive behavior and focus on earning money legally and saving for a better future.
They learn to respect themselves and respect those around them.
The make career goals and work towards achieving their career goals.
Some teenagers who have crime records show a complete turnaround in their lifestyle and attitude and earn enough money to go to college.
The significance of the these grant programs for troubled teens are that adolescents with similar behavior issues work together to find a way out of their troubles. They learn work skills, social skills and lifestyle skills.
They learn the importance of being well adjusted adults and the importance of a stable career.
They are counseled by qualified professionals and they are encouraged to counsel their peers to lead a better life.
Grants programs for troubled teens have many beneficial effects for society and the teenagers themselves.
They get the confidence and learn the skills to stabilize their unstable lives.
They have enough paid work which will help them stay out of trouble. Their achievements at work give them a sense of worth that helps them make life changing goals.
They are able to confidently set goals for themselves and develop the self assurance that they can achieve the goals the set for themselves.
These are social welfare programs where social services and juvenile authorities team up with local business enterprises or institutions to help teens work for a wage and learn to live responsibly and with integrity.
Grant programs are State sponsored or sponsored by not for profit groups. Troubled teens are enrolled in the program and given work experience and academic training.
They are taught skills to develop a sense of purpose and self esteem.
Marketing, sales, gardening and local community services are some of the many work programs that take in troubled teens to teach them life skills.
Troubled adolescents learn to cope with real life work issues and give up their negative thought and habits.
Since the work is paid for, these young men and women have an added incentive to join the program.
They learn the importance of living a dignified disciplined lifestyle and the value of becoming well adjusted adults with successful careers.
These programs enroll teenagers for work after school hours so that their education is not neglected.
The Departments of Public Welfare in many States and private endowments give grants for establishing work oriented programs for troubled teens.
These programs are designed to give hope to adolescents who live in the depths of despair. They are given responsible jobs and are paid for the work done.
They can save the money they earn for going to college and getting a career. They work with other teenagers with behavioral issues and come out of their isolated troubled existence by helping and working with their peers.
The advantages of these grant programs for troubled teens are that they can focus on earning money and develop skills.
They can turn away from crime, addictions, emotional upheavals and disruptive behavior and focus on earning money legally and saving for a better future.
They learn to respect themselves and respect those around them.
The make career goals and work towards achieving their career goals.
Some teenagers who have crime records show a complete turnaround in their lifestyle and attitude and earn enough money to go to college.
The significance of the these grant programs for troubled teens are that adolescents with similar behavior issues work together to find a way out of their troubles. They learn work skills, social skills and lifestyle skills.
They learn the importance of being well adjusted adults and the importance of a stable career.
They are counseled by qualified professionals and they are encouraged to counsel their peers to lead a better life.
Grants programs for troubled teens have many beneficial effects for society and the teenagers themselves.
They get the confidence and learn the skills to stabilize their unstable lives.
They have enough paid work which will help them stay out of trouble. Their achievements at work give them a sense of worth that helps them make life changing goals.
They are able to confidently set goals for themselves and develop the self assurance that they can achieve the goals the set for themselves.
The House of Christmas Every One Needed It
Over the years, dollhouses have never failed to amaze children and even the children at heart.
Dollhouses provide simple pleasure to those who own it and it is an excellent medium to unleash ones creativity and imagination.
Many people, especially children and adult dollhouse collectors take delight in dolling up their miniature houses with matching dollhouse furniture and other accessories.
Some very discriminating ones pay every slightest bit of detail to their decorations, not leaving anything amiss. In addition, like all main areas of the dollhouse, the bedroom should accentuate well and good, in order to achieve the most enticing look for your dollhouse.
With many designs and types of dollhouse, you want to make sure that you are getting the best deal and value for your money.
Here are some things that you need to consider when looking to buy for bedroom furniture dollhouse: Choose material wisely. Bedroom furniture dollhouse comes in several materials.
The simplest type is usually made of plastic.
Plastic is durable, more affordable and easy to clean.
Wooden types of bed furniture dollhouse are also widely available, but may come a bit pricey especially if the designs are more sophisticated. Metal and aluminum pieces are also available as well.
It is important to remember that above other considerations when looking for bedroom furniture dollhouse, durability should come first.
Try to determine whether the material will last long or if it will break easily.
You might want to do your research on the Internet, or ask from people that you know who have had experience in dollhouse furniture. Know where to buy.Room furniture dollhouse items are available offline and online.
Therefore, whether you choose to buy online, at your favorite toy store or from a garage sale, you should know where the best place to buy them is.
Other than the price, go for items that are not commonly available in the market. Find the best deals. Always be on the lookout for the best offers and bargains, as well as promotional sales and discounts before purchasing your bedroom dollhouse.
Online stores usually offer a good deal on their furniture dollhouse selections while some offline stores hold promos every so often so you might want to compare prices first before you make your purchase. Have a Safety-first dollhouse. Especially if you are buying a bedroom furniture dollhouse for kids, make sure that they are responsible enough to handle these pieces as it may cause possible risks and hazards.
Dollhouses are usually suitable for kids three years old and above. However, a little supervision can help to avoid possible accidents from happening.
Make sure that the materials used are safe for kids.
Go for lead free and non-toxic items. As much as possible, try to know the material components of the furniture pieces when buying in stores or gather testimonials and feedbacks from previous buyers if you are shopping online.
Dollhouses provide simple pleasure to those who own it and it is an excellent medium to unleash ones creativity and imagination.
Many people, especially children and adult dollhouse collectors take delight in dolling up their miniature houses with matching dollhouse furniture and other accessories.
Some very discriminating ones pay every slightest bit of detail to their decorations, not leaving anything amiss. In addition, like all main areas of the dollhouse, the bedroom should accentuate well and good, in order to achieve the most enticing look for your dollhouse.
With many designs and types of dollhouse, you want to make sure that you are getting the best deal and value for your money.
Here are some things that you need to consider when looking to buy for bedroom furniture dollhouse: Choose material wisely. Bedroom furniture dollhouse comes in several materials.
The simplest type is usually made of plastic.
Plastic is durable, more affordable and easy to clean.
Wooden types of bed furniture dollhouse are also widely available, but may come a bit pricey especially if the designs are more sophisticated. Metal and aluminum pieces are also available as well.
It is important to remember that above other considerations when looking for bedroom furniture dollhouse, durability should come first.
Try to determine whether the material will last long or if it will break easily.
You might want to do your research on the Internet, or ask from people that you know who have had experience in dollhouse furniture. Know where to buy.Room furniture dollhouse items are available offline and online.
Therefore, whether you choose to buy online, at your favorite toy store or from a garage sale, you should know where the best place to buy them is.
Other than the price, go for items that are not commonly available in the market. Find the best deals. Always be on the lookout for the best offers and bargains, as well as promotional sales and discounts before purchasing your bedroom dollhouse.
Online stores usually offer a good deal on their furniture dollhouse selections while some offline stores hold promos every so often so you might want to compare prices first before you make your purchase. Have a Safety-first dollhouse. Especially if you are buying a bedroom furniture dollhouse for kids, make sure that they are responsible enough to handle these pieces as it may cause possible risks and hazards.
Dollhouses are usually suitable for kids three years old and above. However, a little supervision can help to avoid possible accidents from happening.
Make sure that the materials used are safe for kids.
Go for lead free and non-toxic items. As much as possible, try to know the material components of the furniture pieces when buying in stores or gather testimonials and feedbacks from previous buyers if you are shopping online.
Thursday, 25 December 2014
Trouble-Shooting Tips for Computer Freezes After Startup
There is nothing more frustrating than to have your computer freeze up after startup but if it does there are ways to fix it.
There are many different reasons why this might happen that can include having defective hardware such as having a loose connection between the computer motherboard and hardware, having an infected driver, having faulty software which can include being infected with a virus, or having a bugged operating system which means your operation system may be corrupted.
If your computer freezes right after startup here are the things that you can try to get your computer to respond.
Make sure that you do these steps in order.
1. Set your system in clean boot and then reboot your system 2. Click on start and in the search box type misconfig and hit enter. If the system prompts you for a confirmation like a password, just type it in and click continue.
3.
On the General tab click on selective startup.
4.
Under the selective startup clear the checkbox that says clear the load startup items. 5.
Select the Services tab 6.
On the prompt Hide all Microsoft Services click on this check box and click disable all. 7.
Click okay and when the system prompts you to do so chick restart 8. If your system starts up and you are running the operating systems Windows XP or Windows Vista you will need to apply the algorithm divide and conquer in order to detect the Microsoft service that is causing your computer to freeze on startup.
Once you have the startup freeze problem solved you will need to check the registry by doing these things.
1.
Click on start and type REGEDIT in the search box and hit enter. 2.
The registry key that you should be looking for is HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetControlFiles System 3.
In order to delete any short or duplicate versions for DOS names you need to set the NtfsDisabled8dot3NameCreation to the number 1.
If your computer freezes at startup or just after startup do not automatically think that it needs to be reformatted.
If you are not computer savvy and do not want to try to fix it yourself you can either call a professional computer repair technician to come to your place to fix it or you can take it to a computer repair technician. Either could be very expensive.
Sometimes just turning it off and letting it sit for at least thirty minutes you will find the problem solved when turning on the computer again.
There are many different reasons why this might happen that can include having defective hardware such as having a loose connection between the computer motherboard and hardware, having an infected driver, having faulty software which can include being infected with a virus, or having a bugged operating system which means your operation system may be corrupted.
If your computer freezes right after startup here are the things that you can try to get your computer to respond.
Make sure that you do these steps in order.
1. Set your system in clean boot and then reboot your system 2. Click on start and in the search box type misconfig and hit enter. If the system prompts you for a confirmation like a password, just type it in and click continue.
3.
On the General tab click on selective startup.
4.
Under the selective startup clear the checkbox that says clear the load startup items. 5.
Select the Services tab 6.
On the prompt Hide all Microsoft Services click on this check box and click disable all. 7.
Click okay and when the system prompts you to do so chick restart 8. If your system starts up and you are running the operating systems Windows XP or Windows Vista you will need to apply the algorithm divide and conquer in order to detect the Microsoft service that is causing your computer to freeze on startup.
Once you have the startup freeze problem solved you will need to check the registry by doing these things.
1.
Click on start and type REGEDIT in the search box and hit enter. 2.
The registry key that you should be looking for is HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetControlFiles System 3.
In order to delete any short or duplicate versions for DOS names you need to set the NtfsDisabled8dot3NameCreation to the number 1.
If your computer freezes at startup or just after startup do not automatically think that it needs to be reformatted.
If you are not computer savvy and do not want to try to fix it yourself you can either call a professional computer repair technician to come to your place to fix it or you can take it to a computer repair technician. Either could be very expensive.
Sometimes just turning it off and letting it sit for at least thirty minutes you will find the problem solved when turning on the computer again.
Shopping for Computers and Computer Accessories Online Can Be Fun
Statistics have shown that some of the most popular products sold online are computers and related products such as software, computer parts and auxiliary equipment including printers, scanners, cameras, and more recently downloads such as movies, games and even TV shows.
This is not surprising considering the advances made in hardware and software over the past few years. The number of computer users is growing every year and with computer education in public schools, grade school students are teaching their parents and grandparents how to surf the web, and play the latest online games.
, Everyone is looking for the latest products on computers and software. Even thought online computer shopping was one of the very first branches of online shopping to develop, it can require a lot of time and effort to be sure you find just what you want at the best price.
Nothing can be more upsetting than buying something at a price you think is a real bargain and then seeing it for 25% less at another site.
Finding the lowest price is easier to accomplish when you first look at multiple websites until you find just the computer, software or accessory you want.
Once you find the right product, that is the time to begin comparing cost.
Keepin mind that the cheapest price is not always to lowest total cost.
You have to take in to consideration the shipping costs, warranty, technical support and reliability of the supplier, if you want the most for your money.
That is especially true when you buy equipment to use with your computer. Almost everyone I know has bought a printer at an amazingly low price only to find out that replacing the color cartridge costs almost as much as buying another printer would.
That's what I mean by "Total Cost" Online computer stores provides many different products with different brands and some provide reviews on those products that provide useful information, so don't just shop at Dell for a Dell Computer Accessories or at HP for HP accessories.
There are many online discount stores that handle multiple brands and have very good reputations.
A good thing to find is a few sites that provide you with links to many of the online discount stores, as well as, the manufacturers' site. This makes it much simpler to go to multiple online shopping sites without having to use the search engines over and over. When you do that you often find 100,000 sites that actually have nothing to do with what you are searching for. Online computer shopping can be fun when you spend your time actually looking at the products you want to buy instead of sifting through thousands of unrelated link.
Two of the many sites that can provide you with these links, which include computers, software, electronics and other equipment to make your computing more fun are listed below:
, Everyone is looking for the latest products on computers and software. Even thought online computer shopping was one of the very first branches of online shopping to develop, it can require a lot of time and effort to be sure you find just what you want at the best price.
Nothing can be more upsetting than buying something at a price you think is a real bargain and then seeing it for 25% less at another site.
Finding the lowest price is easier to accomplish when you first look at multiple websites until you find just the computer, software or accessory you want.
Once you find the right product, that is the time to begin comparing cost.
Keepin mind that the cheapest price is not always to lowest total cost.
You have to take in to consideration the shipping costs, warranty, technical support and reliability of the supplier, if you want the most for your money.
That is especially true when you buy equipment to use with your computer. Almost everyone I know has bought a printer at an amazingly low price only to find out that replacing the color cartridge costs almost as much as buying another printer would.
That's what I mean by "Total Cost" Online computer stores provides many different products with different brands and some provide reviews on those products that provide useful information, so don't just shop at Dell for a Dell Computer Accessories or at HP for HP accessories.
There are many online discount stores that handle multiple brands and have very good reputations.
A good thing to find is a few sites that provide you with links to many of the online discount stores, as well as, the manufacturers' site. This makes it much simpler to go to multiple online shopping sites without having to use the search engines over and over. When you do that you often find 100,000 sites that actually have nothing to do with what you are searching for. Online computer shopping can be fun when you spend your time actually looking at the products you want to buy instead of sifting through thousands of unrelated link.
Two of the many sites that can provide you with these links, which include computers, software, electronics and other equipment to make your computing more fun are listed below:
Marketing and Sales Degree at Westwood College Online
Westwood College Online provides students with a flexible and detailed education that prepares them for a career in the fields of sales and marketing. With qualified and experienced faculty, students can enjoy reaching their educational goals using Westwood's career- oriented courses.
Westwood remains involved in the business community and organizations to stay on the cutting edge of educational requirements.
Westwood College Online has created program advisory committees that use current industry trends to make sure that their course offerings meet the needs of today's business world.
The Quick Start program at Westwood streamlines the admission process and assists student in finding appropriate financing.
Westwood College gives you an overview of all the latest trends in business. Westwood is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology. Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentration in Marketing & Sales By successfully earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentration in marketing & sales degree from Westwood, you can learn about all the marketing concepts being used by business organizations. With a marketing & sales degree, you will have a wide variety of career choices. A degree can be earned quickly through the accelerated course offerings.
Unlike other marketing & sales degree programs, the focus at Westwood College Online is on career training and the latest technological advances in business.
The syllabus includes courses like: introduction to business, advertising, marketing strategy and communication methods.
With a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from Westwood College Online, you will learn to design new products as well as develop skills using marketing strategies that can help a business grow.
Business forecasting and strategic planning are an integral part of the course. To become successful in the field of marketing, you need to understand consumer behavior and build customer relationships; and Westwood provides the training to accomplish these skills.
Throughout the program, students will begin to develop sales strategy techniques on the basis of market conditions and customer feedback.
Students will also learn how to skillfully manage the daily operations of a business.
Westwood remains involved in the business community and organizations to stay on the cutting edge of educational requirements.
Westwood College Online has created program advisory committees that use current industry trends to make sure that their course offerings meet the needs of today's business world.
The Quick Start program at Westwood streamlines the admission process and assists student in finding appropriate financing.
Westwood College gives you an overview of all the latest trends in business. Westwood is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology. Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentration in Marketing & Sales By successfully earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentration in marketing & sales degree from Westwood, you can learn about all the marketing concepts being used by business organizations. With a marketing & sales degree, you will have a wide variety of career choices. A degree can be earned quickly through the accelerated course offerings.
Unlike other marketing & sales degree programs, the focus at Westwood College Online is on career training and the latest technological advances in business.
The syllabus includes courses like: introduction to business, advertising, marketing strategy and communication methods.
With a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from Westwood College Online, you will learn to design new products as well as develop skills using marketing strategies that can help a business grow.
Business forecasting and strategic planning are an integral part of the course. To become successful in the field of marketing, you need to understand consumer behavior and build customer relationships; and Westwood provides the training to accomplish these skills.
Throughout the program, students will begin to develop sales strategy techniques on the basis of market conditions and customer feedback.
Students will also learn how to skillfully manage the daily operations of a business.
Wednesday, 24 December 2014
Online Bachelor Degree - What You Need to Know About Accreditation
Thank you for approaching this article. I believe you are looking information regarding how to identify accredited institutions.
Accreditation simply refers to the process that evaluates and ensures the level of education provided by an institution of higher education is of high quality.
This validation process assesses the institutions of learning against well-known and accepted standards.
The standards that are used to carry out the evaluations may be different from area to area but generally they assess the institution mission, goals and objectives, resources and resource allocation, student admission requirements, student support services and the quality of the faculty and educational benefits. In the United States of America, the accreditation of institutions of higher learning is carried out by private accrediting agencies at the regional and national level. The government only monitors by evaluating the accrediting agencies to determine the ones that they consider as "reliable authorities" for validating the quality of institutions of higher education.
However, it is important that you check whether the institution is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. This can be done by viewing their listings of national and regional accrediting agencies.
On the other hand, you may also check with the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). CHEA is a non-governmental coordinating agency that recognizes accrediting agencies in the United States.
It is also involved in coordinating policy and research on accreditation issues.
In addition, it also keeps a list of national and regional agencies that have been evaluated and believed to meet high quality standards.
This validation process assesses the institutions of learning against well-known and accepted standards.
The standards that are used to carry out the evaluations may be different from area to area but generally they assess the institution mission, goals and objectives, resources and resource allocation, student admission requirements, student support services and the quality of the faculty and educational benefits. In the United States of America, the accreditation of institutions of higher learning is carried out by private accrediting agencies at the regional and national level. The government only monitors by evaluating the accrediting agencies to determine the ones that they consider as "reliable authorities" for validating the quality of institutions of higher education.
However, it is important that you check whether the institution is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. This can be done by viewing their listings of national and regional accrediting agencies.
On the other hand, you may also check with the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). CHEA is a non-governmental coordinating agency that recognizes accrediting agencies in the United States.
It is also involved in coordinating policy and research on accreditation issues.
In addition, it also keeps a list of national and regional agencies that have been evaluated and believed to meet high quality standards.
Learning Business and Real Estate From Board Games
There are many board games that teach you something; many games are designed to teach math skills, strategy, and spelling. Some give you the facts by having you answer a ton of trivia questions.
Then there are those who teach players the concepts of buying real estate, running a business, renting their properties and banking.
One such game is one of the most successful of its kind, Monopoly is known for teaching more than 750 million people how to manage their money and become more successful.
Other real estate genre games include the game called Rochester on Board; it is a game of real estate trading that teaches its player a concept of property trading.
The board it self looks a lot like the Monopoly board and is played in almost the same way you would play that game. For a major twist on your classic business and real estate board game players are also invited to check out the Anti Monopoly game, the twist is that players will get to choose from free enterprise or working towards getting a monopoly of their properties.
In addition, it gives you real life legal problems that you must overcome before you can become the winner of this game. In this process you will be able to decide whether or not your competitor is charging fair market values or is he a monopolist and wants to have all of the properties and charge huge fees. When you are playing real estate games, you will learn about developing the property in the game, by adding houses and hotels, you will also learn that you can charge rents and get direction from the bank like paying taxes.
You learn buying strategies throughout these games, you learn when is the right time to buy a lot of property or when you should buy one monopoly and develop the property.
Another thing you learn about this type of game is how to develop alliances with the other players, they may hold some property, you may need then you will also learn about negotiating with the seller to sell you his or her property.
In many of the variations of these games, you learn other concepts such as real estate trading and investments, where you learn the same negotiating skills and are played by those who enjoy being Wall Street tycoons.
It give children the ability to learn something about what is happening in the world of real estate, also giving them counting skills, and memorization, that they will need in order to succeed in the world today.
Lastly real estate games are great family games that can be played by everyone in your household.
These games also have a children friendly component that families find age appropriate for children who do have counting skills can learn to buy property, learn to be the banker, trade real estate and enjoy a fun time beating their parents at this game.
When playing real estate board games make sure that children know all of the rules before they start playing the game.
Then there are those who teach players the concepts of buying real estate, running a business, renting their properties and banking.
One such game is one of the most successful of its kind, Monopoly is known for teaching more than 750 million people how to manage their money and become more successful.
Other real estate genre games include the game called Rochester on Board; it is a game of real estate trading that teaches its player a concept of property trading.
The board it self looks a lot like the Monopoly board and is played in almost the same way you would play that game. For a major twist on your classic business and real estate board game players are also invited to check out the Anti Monopoly game, the twist is that players will get to choose from free enterprise or working towards getting a monopoly of their properties.
In addition, it gives you real life legal problems that you must overcome before you can become the winner of this game. In this process you will be able to decide whether or not your competitor is charging fair market values or is he a monopolist and wants to have all of the properties and charge huge fees. When you are playing real estate games, you will learn about developing the property in the game, by adding houses and hotels, you will also learn that you can charge rents and get direction from the bank like paying taxes.
You learn buying strategies throughout these games, you learn when is the right time to buy a lot of property or when you should buy one monopoly and develop the property.
Another thing you learn about this type of game is how to develop alliances with the other players, they may hold some property, you may need then you will also learn about negotiating with the seller to sell you his or her property.
In many of the variations of these games, you learn other concepts such as real estate trading and investments, where you learn the same negotiating skills and are played by those who enjoy being Wall Street tycoons.
It give children the ability to learn something about what is happening in the world of real estate, also giving them counting skills, and memorization, that they will need in order to succeed in the world today.
Lastly real estate games are great family games that can be played by everyone in your household.
These games also have a children friendly component that families find age appropriate for children who do have counting skills can learn to buy property, learn to be the banker, trade real estate and enjoy a fun time beating their parents at this game.
When playing real estate board games make sure that children know all of the rules before they start playing the game.
Components of a Syllabus (Online and On-Campus Courses)
A syllabus sets the stage for course development and management.
The construction of a well-defined syllabus makes the development and management of an online or on-campus course much easier.
Both face-to-face and online syllabi should include instructor information, course description, course objectives (or course outcomes), course methodology, grading criteria, grade computation and course policies.
In addition, the syllabi for both face-to-face and online versions of the same class should provide identical course descriptions and course objectives, because most accrediting bodies (especially regional ones) require that all sections of a course, regardless of the delivery method, assess students equally. The most significant differences between the two types of syllabi typically appear in the course methodology, grading criteria, and course policies.
Instructor Information Regardless of whether you teach an online class or a face-to-face class, you should make your contact information readily available on your syllabus.
All syllabi should include the instructor's name, e-mail address, phone number, and office hours.
The relevance of other contact information depends on the type of class.
For example, if you teach a face-to-face course, you should include your office location; if you teach an online course, you should tell students how they can reach you. In a face-to-face course, you generally can expect that students will discuss matters with you before class, after class, or at your office during office hours.
In an online course, however, synchronous sessions with students do not provide sufficient privacy for personal student discussions before or after the session.
Online students also may not live close enough to walk or drive to your office or be available to meet during your traditional daytime office hours. For an online course, therefore, you must change how and when you are available.
Course Description A course description is a brief summary statement or paragraph about the nature of a course.
Well-written course descriptions use active voice, whole sentences, and direct statements.
To ensure consistency across sections and instructors, all instructors should take course descriptions directly from their institution's catalog. Course Objectives (Course Outcomes) Course objectives, or outcomes, detail the specific goals of the course as they relate to student performance.
Strong course objectives are specific, measurable, clear, and related.
To be specific, objectives must identify the information students will learn in the class.
To be measurable, objectives must identify the performance that students must demonstrate for mastery.
To be clear, objectives must articulate the sum of knowledge addressed in the course. Finally, to be related, objectives must logically coexist, building on one another and/or complementing each other.
Course Methodology Course methodology refers to how the class approaches student learning.
Many online courses feature a variety of learning methods, including readings, case studies, tests, quizzes, and discussions.
Describing the course methodology gives students some expectation of the materials they will use to learn in the class.
It also gives students the information they need to determine how well-suited they are for the course.
Grading Criteria Many students focus their attention on the section of the syllabus that lists the grading criteria.
Adult learners especially value having clear guidelines they can follow as they complete their class work. Therefore, you should spend time writing unambiguous grading criteria for each method you will use to grade students. Grade Computation The grade computation section of the syllabus is the second section to which students give considerable attention.
You should specify the value of each graded item in the course so that students know how to weight their focus in the class. Course Policies Many institutions use standardized syllabi with predefined course policies; however, instructors often must rewrite course policies designed for face-to-face courses to make them relevant for online courses.
For example, attendance policies that discuss tardiness and use of cell phones do not apply to most online courses. Attendance Students must access the online course regularly to ensure that they receive the most up-to-date announcements. The learning management system reports each participant's access times so that instructors can track student attendance. Students who access the course only one or two times per week may receive less consideration if they request extensions or make-up exams.
It is in the best interest of each student to log in daily and actively participate in the course.
The construction of a well-defined syllabus makes the development and management of an online or on-campus course much easier.
Both face-to-face and online syllabi should include instructor information, course description, course objectives (or course outcomes), course methodology, grading criteria, grade computation and course policies.
In addition, the syllabi for both face-to-face and online versions of the same class should provide identical course descriptions and course objectives, because most accrediting bodies (especially regional ones) require that all sections of a course, regardless of the delivery method, assess students equally. The most significant differences between the two types of syllabi typically appear in the course methodology, grading criteria, and course policies.
Instructor Information Regardless of whether you teach an online class or a face-to-face class, you should make your contact information readily available on your syllabus.
All syllabi should include the instructor's name, e-mail address, phone number, and office hours.
The relevance of other contact information depends on the type of class.
For example, if you teach a face-to-face course, you should include your office location; if you teach an online course, you should tell students how they can reach you. In a face-to-face course, you generally can expect that students will discuss matters with you before class, after class, or at your office during office hours.
In an online course, however, synchronous sessions with students do not provide sufficient privacy for personal student discussions before or after the session.
Online students also may not live close enough to walk or drive to your office or be available to meet during your traditional daytime office hours. For an online course, therefore, you must change how and when you are available.
Course Description A course description is a brief summary statement or paragraph about the nature of a course.
Well-written course descriptions use active voice, whole sentences, and direct statements.
To ensure consistency across sections and instructors, all instructors should take course descriptions directly from their institution's catalog. Course Objectives (Course Outcomes) Course objectives, or outcomes, detail the specific goals of the course as they relate to student performance.
Strong course objectives are specific, measurable, clear, and related.
To be specific, objectives must identify the information students will learn in the class.
To be measurable, objectives must identify the performance that students must demonstrate for mastery.
To be clear, objectives must articulate the sum of knowledge addressed in the course. Finally, to be related, objectives must logically coexist, building on one another and/or complementing each other.
Course Methodology Course methodology refers to how the class approaches student learning.
Many online courses feature a variety of learning methods, including readings, case studies, tests, quizzes, and discussions.
Describing the course methodology gives students some expectation of the materials they will use to learn in the class.
It also gives students the information they need to determine how well-suited they are for the course.
Grading Criteria Many students focus their attention on the section of the syllabus that lists the grading criteria.
Adult learners especially value having clear guidelines they can follow as they complete their class work. Therefore, you should spend time writing unambiguous grading criteria for each method you will use to grade students. Grade Computation The grade computation section of the syllabus is the second section to which students give considerable attention.
You should specify the value of each graded item in the course so that students know how to weight their focus in the class. Course Policies Many institutions use standardized syllabi with predefined course policies; however, instructors often must rewrite course policies designed for face-to-face courses to make them relevant for online courses.
For example, attendance policies that discuss tardiness and use of cell phones do not apply to most online courses. Attendance Students must access the online course regularly to ensure that they receive the most up-to-date announcements. The learning management system reports each participant's access times so that instructors can track student attendance. Students who access the course only one or two times per week may receive less consideration if they request extensions or make-up exams.
It is in the best interest of each student to log in daily and actively participate in the course.
What Hat Should I Wear?
I am from Texas and yes I do have a cowboy hat.
I don't wear it all the time but you never know when I might feel the urge to wear it.
There is a certain feeling and persona I feel when I wear a certain hat.
A cowboy hat definitely feels different than the normal white cap I wear when I go jogging. Moms wear a lot of hats when it comes to parenting. And it can get confusing on what hat to wear especially concerning your relationship with your teenage daughter.
This is because there are many facets to your relationship with your daughter.
As a parent your job is to protect, guide, and nurture your daughter. It can be a challenge to balance these different roles because of this it's easy to fall into one extreme or another. You don't want to get stuck only wearing one hat.
1. The 24 Hour Monitor Many moms get stuck with this hat.
When you wear this hat you are all about protecting and guiding your daughter.
The only problem is that you can are incessantly checking or monitoring your daughter all the time.
You monitor what she eats and when she eats.
You monitor when she goes to bed and when she comes home.
You monitor if she has done her homework and where she does her homework.
You monitor her friends and check up to make sure she is doing what she say's she is doing.
Your communication style gets limited to reminding, correcting, and warning.
You have already eaten an entire bag of Cheetos; do you really need to be eating ice cream? You look like you are gaining weight.
You have a paper due tomorrow you need to get to work now.
Remember you failed your last test.
You better be home by 11, if you don't, you will be grounded for the rest of the week. Now as parents monitoring our daughters is important.
The problem is, when this is the only hat your wear.
You need another hat to soften the 24 Hour Monitor Hat. Imagine if your best friend only talked to you this way..
.
Do you really need to have another glass of wine? Do you really think you should eat that big a piece of pie? Do you really have the money to buy that purse? You shouldn't talk to your husband that way.
You probably would start avoiding your best friend.
If this is the only way you talk to your daughter she will also want to avoid you. 2.
The Best Friend Hat You can also get stuck trying to be your daughter's best friend. You want her to be happy and so you end up compromising on your values and boundaries to keep her happy.
She complains that her clothes are ugly so you buy her a new outfit.
She tells you that you are out to ruin her life and you hate all her friends so you say yes to her going to a party where there are no parents. You stop bringing up things that you know will make her mad. You know her grades are falling but you don't say anything.
You are concerned that she may be drinking consistently and smoking weed but you don't do anything. You find yourself buying cigarettes for her because she is having a drama fit and you'll do anything to have peace at home.
The problem is you can't be your daughter's best friend and protect her.
If you are doing your job there will be tension sometimes when you are setting limits and guiding her. 3.
The Empowered Mom There is a way to balance the 24 Hour Monitor and the Best Friend Hat-This is the Empowered Mom. The Empowered Mom knows how to build a secure attachment with her daughter.
She knows how to tune into her daughter without getting hooked in her drama.
She is there for her daughter. She is easy to talk to.
Her daughter doesn't feel judged or belittled when she talks with her. Her daughter feels her mom understands what she is going through and is on her side. She knows whatever happens at school or with her friends; her mom is her rock and will be there for her when she needs her.
She also knows that mom has a life and won't try to get her needs met through her daughter.
She lets her daughter live her own dreams. Her mom is fun.
They do fun things and laugh at the simple things.
This secure attachment is the foundation for protecting and guiding her daughter.
Because they have this solid connection mom can have the hard talks with her daughter.
She can set limits and say no.
This mom takes action when it is needed. She gets the help and support she needs. She knows that she doesn't have to do it alone.
She puts together a Mom Team of people who will support her and her daughter. ================
I don't wear it all the time but you never know when I might feel the urge to wear it.
There is a certain feeling and persona I feel when I wear a certain hat.
A cowboy hat definitely feels different than the normal white cap I wear when I go jogging. Moms wear a lot of hats when it comes to parenting. And it can get confusing on what hat to wear especially concerning your relationship with your teenage daughter.
This is because there are many facets to your relationship with your daughter.
As a parent your job is to protect, guide, and nurture your daughter. It can be a challenge to balance these different roles because of this it's easy to fall into one extreme or another. You don't want to get stuck only wearing one hat.
1. The 24 Hour Monitor Many moms get stuck with this hat.
When you wear this hat you are all about protecting and guiding your daughter.
The only problem is that you can are incessantly checking or monitoring your daughter all the time.
You monitor what she eats and when she eats.
You monitor when she goes to bed and when she comes home.
You monitor if she has done her homework and where she does her homework.
You monitor her friends and check up to make sure she is doing what she say's she is doing.
Your communication style gets limited to reminding, correcting, and warning.
You have already eaten an entire bag of Cheetos; do you really need to be eating ice cream? You look like you are gaining weight.
You have a paper due tomorrow you need to get to work now.
Remember you failed your last test.
You better be home by 11, if you don't, you will be grounded for the rest of the week. Now as parents monitoring our daughters is important.
The problem is, when this is the only hat your wear.
You need another hat to soften the 24 Hour Monitor Hat. Imagine if your best friend only talked to you this way..
.
Do you really need to have another glass of wine? Do you really think you should eat that big a piece of pie? Do you really have the money to buy that purse? You shouldn't talk to your husband that way.
You probably would start avoiding your best friend.
If this is the only way you talk to your daughter she will also want to avoid you. 2.
The Best Friend Hat You can also get stuck trying to be your daughter's best friend. You want her to be happy and so you end up compromising on your values and boundaries to keep her happy.
She complains that her clothes are ugly so you buy her a new outfit.
She tells you that you are out to ruin her life and you hate all her friends so you say yes to her going to a party where there are no parents. You stop bringing up things that you know will make her mad. You know her grades are falling but you don't say anything.
You are concerned that she may be drinking consistently and smoking weed but you don't do anything. You find yourself buying cigarettes for her because she is having a drama fit and you'll do anything to have peace at home.
The problem is you can't be your daughter's best friend and protect her.
If you are doing your job there will be tension sometimes when you are setting limits and guiding her. 3.
The Empowered Mom There is a way to balance the 24 Hour Monitor and the Best Friend Hat-This is the Empowered Mom. The Empowered Mom knows how to build a secure attachment with her daughter.
She knows how to tune into her daughter without getting hooked in her drama.
She is there for her daughter. She is easy to talk to.
Her daughter doesn't feel judged or belittled when she talks with her. Her daughter feels her mom understands what she is going through and is on her side. She knows whatever happens at school or with her friends; her mom is her rock and will be there for her when she needs her.
She also knows that mom has a life and won't try to get her needs met through her daughter.
She lets her daughter live her own dreams. Her mom is fun.
They do fun things and laugh at the simple things.
This secure attachment is the foundation for protecting and guiding her daughter.
Because they have this solid connection mom can have the hard talks with her daughter.
She can set limits and say no.
This mom takes action when it is needed. She gets the help and support she needs. She knows that she doesn't have to do it alone.
She puts together a Mom Team of people who will support her and her daughter. ================
San Francisco Attractions That Are Fun for Kids
If you're taking the kids to San Francisco, be prepared to spend the whole day laughing! San Francisco attractions are perfect for people of all ages, but their interactive displays and engaging tour guides make them especially great for kids.
There are more things to see in San Francisco that can be covered in a single day, but here are a few fun places that your kids might enjoy. The San Francisco Zoo The San Francisco Zoo is a must-visit attraction if you have kids who love animals - and what child doesn't crack a smile when they see their favorite storybook animals come to life? The zoo houses over 250 species of animals, which are kept in 27 exhibits.
If you have little kids with you, your first stop should be the Fisher Family Children's zoo, a lovely 6-acre park that houses the Meerkat and Prairie Dog Exhibit, Insect Zoo, Native American Animal Exhibits, Nature Trail, and the Koret Animal Resource Center. Make sure you visit the Family Farm, which is not quite your average petting zoo.
Your kids can still get to stroke their favorite farm animals, but they can also do exciting things like help the animal feeding or watch them bathe.
Another popular attraction is the African Savanna exhibit, which brings Africa's most majestic animals closer to you than ever before.
You enter through a covered walk and emerge in a lushly planted savanna populated by zebra, giraffe, oryx, kudu, and other African bird species.
Make sure you stop by the historic Lion House at the center of the zoo. Since 1940, this building has been one of the zoo's best exhibits as visitors flock from all over to see how big cats live.
Zeum The creative and highly interactive environment at Zeum makes it well worth a visit, especially for kids ages 7 and older.
This children's museum makes use of technology and multimedia arts to educate kids and bring out their untapped artistic talents. Your first stop should be the animation studio where kids can mold characters out of clay and create their very own claymation movie.
After this section, the whole family can move on to the Music Production Lab, where you can create a music video that you can take home on a DVD! Simply choose a fun karaoke song, dress up in costumes, and give your best performance, or work behind the scenes to add digital backgrounds or adjust the camera angles. A similar attraction is Studio Z, an interactive exhibit where you dance in front of their green screen while a software records your move.
Finally, there's the main gallery where kids can have fun with Zeum's multimedia arts projects. Expect your budding young artists to stay occupied for hours as they create their own computer graphics, digital music, 2D and 3D animations, or puppet shows. Kids ages 3-6 will enjoy building structures using the large soft blocks at the Lil Z's Toddlers section.
There are more things to see in San Francisco that can be covered in a single day, but here are a few fun places that your kids might enjoy. The San Francisco Zoo The San Francisco Zoo is a must-visit attraction if you have kids who love animals - and what child doesn't crack a smile when they see their favorite storybook animals come to life? The zoo houses over 250 species of animals, which are kept in 27 exhibits.
If you have little kids with you, your first stop should be the Fisher Family Children's zoo, a lovely 6-acre park that houses the Meerkat and Prairie Dog Exhibit, Insect Zoo, Native American Animal Exhibits, Nature Trail, and the Koret Animal Resource Center. Make sure you visit the Family Farm, which is not quite your average petting zoo.
Your kids can still get to stroke their favorite farm animals, but they can also do exciting things like help the animal feeding or watch them bathe.
Another popular attraction is the African Savanna exhibit, which brings Africa's most majestic animals closer to you than ever before.
You enter through a covered walk and emerge in a lushly planted savanna populated by zebra, giraffe, oryx, kudu, and other African bird species.
Make sure you stop by the historic Lion House at the center of the zoo. Since 1940, this building has been one of the zoo's best exhibits as visitors flock from all over to see how big cats live.
Zeum The creative and highly interactive environment at Zeum makes it well worth a visit, especially for kids ages 7 and older.
This children's museum makes use of technology and multimedia arts to educate kids and bring out their untapped artistic talents. Your first stop should be the animation studio where kids can mold characters out of clay and create their very own claymation movie.
After this section, the whole family can move on to the Music Production Lab, where you can create a music video that you can take home on a DVD! Simply choose a fun karaoke song, dress up in costumes, and give your best performance, or work behind the scenes to add digital backgrounds or adjust the camera angles. A similar attraction is Studio Z, an interactive exhibit where you dance in front of their green screen while a software records your move.
Finally, there's the main gallery where kids can have fun with Zeum's multimedia arts projects. Expect your budding young artists to stay occupied for hours as they create their own computer graphics, digital music, 2D and 3D animations, or puppet shows. Kids ages 3-6 will enjoy building structures using the large soft blocks at the Lil Z's Toddlers section.
Tuesday, 23 December 2014
What Does it Mean to Get Your Education Online?
In today's economy, more and more people are thinking about online education. Are you interested in getting your degree online? An online degree is ideal for individuals with full time jobs. Many people can't leave their jobs to attend school full time. If you have recently lost a job, then you may be considering a community college or even a traditional one.
However, either traditional schools offer online programs.
An online degree can enable a person to seek a better opportunities because much needed skills are developed.
This is essential for anyone interested in finding a higher paying job or seeking a job in a new industry.
You can achieve these outcomes through an online education but you must be persistence and disciplined to earn your degree.
The reason why online education is so popular is because of the flexibility it provides.
For many individuals, logging on from their home computer is much more convenient than commuting downtown or out to suburban campus.
With almost all traditional colleges offering online classes, you can complete or obtain your degree from well known universities. The best part about completing your online degree is that you receive the same credentials as someone who attending a land-based university.
Due to the fact that you need to pass all requirements, regardless of where the classes are held, the value of your education is equal to that of any other graduate.
The key is to find and accredited university that can give you the training and experience you need to get the job you want.
Along with the benefits of getting your degree online, there are some drawbacks.
Those who are most success are highly motivated and work well independently.
This is due to the fact that you will be completing assignment on a fixed schedule but will need to structure your time independently. Do you have the organizational skills needed to write that paper, read and respond to questions, and upload your assignments on time? Additionally, you will need to be comfortable with computers and the internet. If you are still using paper and pencil then and online degree might not be for you.
Your professor isn't going to tolerate incomplete assignments because you are not unfamiliar with how to save your work.
Another drawback of online education is that it can take much longer to complete than if you were to quit your job and go to school full time.
This is true of any online program.
Whether you are taking an online class or attending campus, you must fully understand the time it takes to complete your degree.
Do you have the staying power and persistence needed to complete all of the coursework? Give it considerable thought before you make a large financial decision.
Before you search for an online program, determine if you have the discipline and drive to seek out an online program, fully participate, and see things through to a reasonable conclusion.
Sometimes, what sounds good in the moment is not the solution for your current or future needs.
On the other hand, getting a degree online may be a great way to complete your degree or advance your skills. As jobs become harder to get, additional education can be a great source of confidence and help you accomplish your goals.
However, either traditional schools offer online programs.
An online degree can enable a person to seek a better opportunities because much needed skills are developed.
This is essential for anyone interested in finding a higher paying job or seeking a job in a new industry.
You can achieve these outcomes through an online education but you must be persistence and disciplined to earn your degree.
The reason why online education is so popular is because of the flexibility it provides.
For many individuals, logging on from their home computer is much more convenient than commuting downtown or out to suburban campus.
With almost all traditional colleges offering online classes, you can complete or obtain your degree from well known universities. The best part about completing your online degree is that you receive the same credentials as someone who attending a land-based university.
Due to the fact that you need to pass all requirements, regardless of where the classes are held, the value of your education is equal to that of any other graduate.
The key is to find and accredited university that can give you the training and experience you need to get the job you want.
Along with the benefits of getting your degree online, there are some drawbacks.
Those who are most success are highly motivated and work well independently.
This is due to the fact that you will be completing assignment on a fixed schedule but will need to structure your time independently. Do you have the organizational skills needed to write that paper, read and respond to questions, and upload your assignments on time? Additionally, you will need to be comfortable with computers and the internet. If you are still using paper and pencil then and online degree might not be for you.
Your professor isn't going to tolerate incomplete assignments because you are not unfamiliar with how to save your work.
Another drawback of online education is that it can take much longer to complete than if you were to quit your job and go to school full time.
This is true of any online program.
Whether you are taking an online class or attending campus, you must fully understand the time it takes to complete your degree.
Do you have the staying power and persistence needed to complete all of the coursework? Give it considerable thought before you make a large financial decision.
Before you search for an online program, determine if you have the discipline and drive to seek out an online program, fully participate, and see things through to a reasonable conclusion.
Sometimes, what sounds good in the moment is not the solution for your current or future needs.
On the other hand, getting a degree online may be a great way to complete your degree or advance your skills. As jobs become harder to get, additional education can be a great source of confidence and help you accomplish your goals.
Server Migration - How To Simplify The Process
Taking up the task of server migration without properly understanding some of the challenges with this, could land you in trouble at a later stage.
When dealing with this, you should keep in mind the fact that you might have to do more than just update a couple of applications.
There are also operating system fixes that are released periodically which require to be installed to combat the latest threats and ensure that the system will stay running up and healthy without any problems.
This also includes updating firewalls and other security software to ensure compatibility.
But, simply updating the software without first testing for compatibility will result in a lot of complication. Unless you want users opening tickets and posting weird errors, you should ensure that you do sufficient testing before releasing the updates.
Testing is a critical part of server migration which should be carried out in an orderly manner.
You should do this efficiently so that the updates are in fact released in a timely manner and not after they have become obsolete.
As long as the servers are continuously kept in check and in running condition, there isn't much to be worried about in this area.
Needless to say, these can be overwhelming for just a single system administrator to carry out.
In addition to the regular tasks that a system admin is assigned with, the task of server migration might just end up pushing him over the edge. If you don't want the process to end up with multiple issues, it would be a wise idea to invest in a company that specializes in providing services related to the migration process.
Not only will they have a systematic and efficient approach to the whole problem, they can also ensure that everything gets taken care of in a timely manner.
Therefore, instead of unnecessarily burdening the in-house staff with the task of planning and then subsequently deploying the plan for server migration, it might be significantly beneficial to have an external company take care of these requirements for you.
Not only will this work to the advantage of the company, but will free up the regular employees to do their regular tasks without additional burden, which can end up with security breaches and a lot of other complications.
You might have more than just the migration to be worried about when things like these happen! It might seem like you are spending more by opting in for external assistance, but if you were to look closer, it will become quite evident that in the long run, the costs are much lesser. With accurate emphasis on testing and releasing and maintenance, there really is no factor to be worried about as such.
This could play a big role in making server migration a lot easier.
When dealing with this, you should keep in mind the fact that you might have to do more than just update a couple of applications.
There are also operating system fixes that are released periodically which require to be installed to combat the latest threats and ensure that the system will stay running up and healthy without any problems.
This also includes updating firewalls and other security software to ensure compatibility.
But, simply updating the software without first testing for compatibility will result in a lot of complication. Unless you want users opening tickets and posting weird errors, you should ensure that you do sufficient testing before releasing the updates.
Testing is a critical part of server migration which should be carried out in an orderly manner.
You should do this efficiently so that the updates are in fact released in a timely manner and not after they have become obsolete.
As long as the servers are continuously kept in check and in running condition, there isn't much to be worried about in this area.
Needless to say, these can be overwhelming for just a single system administrator to carry out.
In addition to the regular tasks that a system admin is assigned with, the task of server migration might just end up pushing him over the edge. If you don't want the process to end up with multiple issues, it would be a wise idea to invest in a company that specializes in providing services related to the migration process.
Not only will they have a systematic and efficient approach to the whole problem, they can also ensure that everything gets taken care of in a timely manner.
Therefore, instead of unnecessarily burdening the in-house staff with the task of planning and then subsequently deploying the plan for server migration, it might be significantly beneficial to have an external company take care of these requirements for you.
Not only will this work to the advantage of the company, but will free up the regular employees to do their regular tasks without additional burden, which can end up with security breaches and a lot of other complications.
You might have more than just the migration to be worried about when things like these happen! It might seem like you are spending more by opting in for external assistance, but if you were to look closer, it will become quite evident that in the long run, the costs are much lesser. With accurate emphasis on testing and releasing and maintenance, there really is no factor to be worried about as such.
This could play a big role in making server migration a lot easier.
Evaluating a Recommended Online Academic Editor
It is good to have a checklist of what you plan to check when identifying a suitable academic editor. But where do you even start finding the right editor.
Referral If you are really lucky, you will receive a recommendation or a referral to an editor.
A referral is worth gold if from a reliable source.
In fact, you are more than half way there with a referral. A trusted recommendation So who is a good source? You want someone who has experienced good editing. This could be a fellow student who has used an editor or an instructor /adviser/chair who has experienced the benefit of good editing and a caring company or editor.
Wise instructors or advisers/chairs know that a good edit makes their work much simpler. It allows the faculty member to concentrate on the content while the editor sorts out the language and style and formatting concerns.
If a person has your good interest at heart, he or she will recommend a good editor. When to avoid a recommendation What kind of referral should you think about twice? First, anyone who is simply a friend to the referee.
True the person could be proficient, but up to you need to check really carefully.
Second, if the referrer expects the editor to do all the work. Writing of any kind is a process, and not a product. Beware the advice of anyone who does not take responsibility for their own writing. Finally, if you know the person is receiving some kind of big reward for referring you, they certainly do not have your interests at heart.
Now use the checklist Even with a referral, use your checklist to see if the person fits all your criteria.
But a checklist is just a guide, so be ready to modify it if needed.
Trust your intuition as well.
You need to feel comfortable with your choice of editor.
You need to trust your choice.
Go with what works for you.
Referral If you are really lucky, you will receive a recommendation or a referral to an editor.
A referral is worth gold if from a reliable source.
In fact, you are more than half way there with a referral. A trusted recommendation So who is a good source? You want someone who has experienced good editing. This could be a fellow student who has used an editor or an instructor /adviser/chair who has experienced the benefit of good editing and a caring company or editor.
Wise instructors or advisers/chairs know that a good edit makes their work much simpler. It allows the faculty member to concentrate on the content while the editor sorts out the language and style and formatting concerns.
If a person has your good interest at heart, he or she will recommend a good editor. When to avoid a recommendation What kind of referral should you think about twice? First, anyone who is simply a friend to the referee.
True the person could be proficient, but up to you need to check really carefully.
Second, if the referrer expects the editor to do all the work. Writing of any kind is a process, and not a product. Beware the advice of anyone who does not take responsibility for their own writing. Finally, if you know the person is receiving some kind of big reward for referring you, they certainly do not have your interests at heart.
Now use the checklist Even with a referral, use your checklist to see if the person fits all your criteria.
But a checklist is just a guide, so be ready to modify it if needed.
Trust your intuition as well.
You need to feel comfortable with your choice of editor.
You need to trust your choice.
Go with what works for you.
Portable Data Storage - The Best Portable Hard Drives
Data travel isn't just done across the internet anymore, people are using portable hard drives to store and transport their data more frequent and it isn't just limited to USB sticks and game saves either. We have the technology to store multiple operating systems and save millions of pics on a small piece of hard ware that is light weight and fits right in your pocket.
Some companies even give you an option to be stylish! The best portable storage devices aren't necessarily the most expensive but they are usually not the cheapest either. The most expensive typically contain the latest and greatest technologies backed by a big brand name, be weary of technologies that are to new unexplored territory usually fails while the bugs are being worked out.
While the cheapest off brand products are usually parts that didn't meet the larger manufactures part requirements or specifications.
You want a quality portable hard drive because, if you are like most people, you save stuff that you don't want to lose. Search for product and store reviews before you make any purchasing decisions.
You might be surprised at what you find.
The best portable data storage units are the units that are the biggest, fastest, most reliable and best priced! Capacity is probably the most important factor in a hard drive.
The bigger the better stands true in this case, the more storage room that you have the more you can obviously store on your device.
Portable Hard Drives come in variety of sizes ranging from a few MB to a few TB. 1TB=1,000GB=1,000,000MB= A lot of music and pictures. Having a faster reading hard drive means you will get your data faster.
Keep in mind that the bigger your hard drive is the faster it will need to be to keep up with all that information.
The same size reader on a smaller drive would be faster and more efficient. Choose a reliable name brand with a solid history and purchase it from a reliable source that offers warranties, refunds and returns.
Do I really have to explain the price? You don't want some cheap knock off imitation part, because even though they look, feel, and taste the same they are NOT! Cheaper off brands are usually parts that didn't meet product specifications, so they're being sold under lesser quality names at cheaper prices. Size, Color, Weight, and Wireless capabilities are your preference.
Wireless would be great for an Xbox 360 External Hard Drive, but a hard wired unit would be better for security purposes. You will pay more for smaller lighter units, but if you want your portable hard drive on the run, this may be the way to go.
Some companies even give you an option to be stylish! The best portable storage devices aren't necessarily the most expensive but they are usually not the cheapest either. The most expensive typically contain the latest and greatest technologies backed by a big brand name, be weary of technologies that are to new unexplored territory usually fails while the bugs are being worked out.
While the cheapest off brand products are usually parts that didn't meet the larger manufactures part requirements or specifications.
You want a quality portable hard drive because, if you are like most people, you save stuff that you don't want to lose. Search for product and store reviews before you make any purchasing decisions.
You might be surprised at what you find.
The best portable data storage units are the units that are the biggest, fastest, most reliable and best priced! Capacity is probably the most important factor in a hard drive.
The bigger the better stands true in this case, the more storage room that you have the more you can obviously store on your device.
Portable Hard Drives come in variety of sizes ranging from a few MB to a few TB. 1TB=1,000GB=1,000,000MB= A lot of music and pictures. Having a faster reading hard drive means you will get your data faster.
Keep in mind that the bigger your hard drive is the faster it will need to be to keep up with all that information.
The same size reader on a smaller drive would be faster and more efficient. Choose a reliable name brand with a solid history and purchase it from a reliable source that offers warranties, refunds and returns.
Do I really have to explain the price? You don't want some cheap knock off imitation part, because even though they look, feel, and taste the same they are NOT! Cheaper off brands are usually parts that didn't meet product specifications, so they're being sold under lesser quality names at cheaper prices. Size, Color, Weight, and Wireless capabilities are your preference.
Wireless would be great for an Xbox 360 External Hard Drive, but a hard wired unit would be better for security purposes. You will pay more for smaller lighter units, but if you want your portable hard drive on the run, this may be the way to go.
Monday, 22 December 2014
Encouraging Kids to Have Fun Under the Sea
You know how much fun going snorkeling is and you're thinking it's time that you bring your kids along on your next adventure.
How can you go about preparing your children for the experience of exploring what lies below the surface of the water? Even if you have no doubts that your children will love it, you do need to prepare them for what going snorkeling involves, this means pre-site practice and adjustment to snorkeling gear.
Taking the time to do this, prior to your next adventure will help both you and your children to have a great time.
At Home Snorkeling Lessons Once you have told your kids that you are going to take them on an under the sea adventure you need to take steps to prepare them. This means you need to practice at home so they can get an idea of what snorkeling will be like once you reach your chosen snorkeling site.
The best way to go about practicing with your child is in your bathtub at home.
By placing your child in the tub and giving them the chance to get used to the different pieces of snorkel gear, it will make them more excited about the idea when it is time to head to the water.
The first thing you want to give your child while they are in the bathtub is the snorkel. Let the child practice breathing through the snorkel.
If they want to play with it to get them to feel more comfortable allow them that time, it will make use if it later easier. Once your child has become more comfortable with the snorkel, it is time to try on the mask.
Let your child place it on the front of their face first to make sure it fits comfortably.
Before you have your child put their face under the water you want to ensure it fits properly and that no hair is inside the mask.
If either of these situations occurs, water may get into the mask and your child may be discouraged. After properly fitting the mask, have your child practice breathing in through their nose.
The next step is to let them test the mask out underwater.
Let them get the feel of what it is like to see underwater.
The final step in your snorkeling lesson is combining the snorkel with the mask and letting your child adjust to using both together.
Practice with your child a couple times before you head out on your snorkeling adventure and do not forget to bring the water wings to help your child stay afloat so they can enjoy the experience.
How can you go about preparing your children for the experience of exploring what lies below the surface of the water? Even if you have no doubts that your children will love it, you do need to prepare them for what going snorkeling involves, this means pre-site practice and adjustment to snorkeling gear.
Taking the time to do this, prior to your next adventure will help both you and your children to have a great time.
At Home Snorkeling Lessons Once you have told your kids that you are going to take them on an under the sea adventure you need to take steps to prepare them. This means you need to practice at home so they can get an idea of what snorkeling will be like once you reach your chosen snorkeling site.
The best way to go about practicing with your child is in your bathtub at home.
By placing your child in the tub and giving them the chance to get used to the different pieces of snorkel gear, it will make them more excited about the idea when it is time to head to the water.
The first thing you want to give your child while they are in the bathtub is the snorkel. Let the child practice breathing through the snorkel.
If they want to play with it to get them to feel more comfortable allow them that time, it will make use if it later easier. Once your child has become more comfortable with the snorkel, it is time to try on the mask.
Let your child place it on the front of their face first to make sure it fits comfortably.
Before you have your child put their face under the water you want to ensure it fits properly and that no hair is inside the mask.
If either of these situations occurs, water may get into the mask and your child may be discouraged. After properly fitting the mask, have your child practice breathing in through their nose.
The next step is to let them test the mask out underwater.
Let them get the feel of what it is like to see underwater.
The final step in your snorkeling lesson is combining the snorkel with the mask and letting your child adjust to using both together.
Practice with your child a couple times before you head out on your snorkeling adventure and do not forget to bring the water wings to help your child stay afloat so they can enjoy the experience.
Avoid Marginal Online Colleges
According to the 2012 edition of The Best-Worst Online Degree Program Providers over 100 accredited online college providers are marginal at best.
They provide little academic rigor and virtually no chance of transfer to a top tier university for an advanced degree.
Each of these marginal online providers of degrees are rated a 1 on a 1 to 5 rating scale.
Top rated schools can achieve the highest rating of 5. Almost a third of the over 400 schools currently rated and ranked are found in the poorest category.
The list of marginal online colleges is expanding rapidly.
The worst list has grown exponentially as more and more traditional schools have climbed on the bandwagon over the years.
Marginal online programs of universities attract many non-traditional students returning to school and in a hurry for a degree.
Prospective students throw caution to the wind and will opt to take what they think is the easy road to achieve satisfaction so long as the word accredited is found to accompany the rated university's name.
Most 1 schools are really academically poor.
In addition to their rating, they have one other thing in common and that is marginal faculty.
Online faculty, according to top online schools, should be every bit as good as traditional faculty and carry equal or better credentials.
It appears the current group of online marginal colleges is just throwing together faculty and degree programs left and right.
The motive it seems is to keep up and get in on what the new entrants to the field perceive is a cash bonanza bandwagon. One of the sad commentaries about the marginal schools is that many potential learners are in a hurry for a degree.
They throw caution to the wind.
These degree at any cost students will opt to take what they think is the least difficult road to achieve their education goal.
On the other hand, many marginal unknown colleges, who are not so well known, are lying in wait for unsuspecting students that cannot easily tell because the school is accredited whether it is or is not a quality online provider.
Often, by the time an unsuspecting learner figures out the marginal school is an accredited diploma factory, its too late.
The Best-Worst Online Degree Program Providers eBook has been published continuously since 2002 and is a free download from several online sources. The ratings weigh heavily on the quality of education and experience of the faculty.
They provide little academic rigor and virtually no chance of transfer to a top tier university for an advanced degree.
Each of these marginal online providers of degrees are rated a 1 on a 1 to 5 rating scale.
Top rated schools can achieve the highest rating of 5. Almost a third of the over 400 schools currently rated and ranked are found in the poorest category.
The list of marginal online colleges is expanding rapidly.
The worst list has grown exponentially as more and more traditional schools have climbed on the bandwagon over the years.
Marginal online programs of universities attract many non-traditional students returning to school and in a hurry for a degree.
Prospective students throw caution to the wind and will opt to take what they think is the easy road to achieve satisfaction so long as the word accredited is found to accompany the rated university's name.
Most 1 schools are really academically poor.
In addition to their rating, they have one other thing in common and that is marginal faculty.
Online faculty, according to top online schools, should be every bit as good as traditional faculty and carry equal or better credentials.
It appears the current group of online marginal colleges is just throwing together faculty and degree programs left and right.
The motive it seems is to keep up and get in on what the new entrants to the field perceive is a cash bonanza bandwagon. One of the sad commentaries about the marginal schools is that many potential learners are in a hurry for a degree.
They throw caution to the wind.
These degree at any cost students will opt to take what they think is the least difficult road to achieve their education goal.
On the other hand, many marginal unknown colleges, who are not so well known, are lying in wait for unsuspecting students that cannot easily tell because the school is accredited whether it is or is not a quality online provider.
Often, by the time an unsuspecting learner figures out the marginal school is an accredited diploma factory, its too late.
The Best-Worst Online Degree Program Providers eBook has been published continuously since 2002 and is a free download from several online sources. The ratings weigh heavily on the quality of education and experience of the faculty.
New Toys Coming Fall 2007
Webkinz are the hottest thing right now on the market.
This inter active toy allows you to log online with a secret code once you've purchased the animal and offers a complete interactive world.
The only place you can find them right now is online as most of the chain stores and malls will not get any new in until this June. As Webkinz attack the market its challengers will be coming this fall.
Remember Tickle Me Elmo from years back? Do you remember the craze of the malls and media blitz? Well just over a year and a half ago the TMX Elmo came out also known as (Tickle Me Extreme Elmo) which was the 10th year anniversary of the original tickle me elmo with new updated features.
The TMX Elmo sold quite well last year not as much as its originator tickle me elmo, but enough to deplete inventory from all the mass chains in the country. This year his friends are arriving, TMX Cookie Monster and TMX Ernie.
Much like the release of the "tickle me" versions of each toy 10 years ago. They will retail for $29.
99 and just be a little bit shorter than the TMX Elmo.
They are sure to be big hits of kids that already have the TMX Elmo doll or just enjoy the characters.
Stores this year will probably experience similar difficulty keeping inventory levels full and expect a full on media assault coming from Fisher Price before their expected arrival.
Along with the TMX Friends coming this fall you'll also see a new Singing Elmo doll called "Singing Pizza Elmo".
The doll is expected to be a hot seller and features Elmo with an apron and pizza cutter that signs songs and interacts with children. Its going to be an add on for all collectors and fans of the other Seasame Street products and dolls as well as the TMX Friends series. Each year we move closer to more interactivity with toys and this years toys feature some of the best interactivity we've ever seen. The Webkinz Craze will continue throughout the year and probably deep into next year.
TMX Elmo will continue to sell well this year and will be more readily available for the parents that were unable to secure one of these prized dolls last year.
While the TMX Friends will sure to be a hit but will probably be a little bit easier to find than the TMX Elmo dolls were previously. The Singing Pizza Elmo will go over big with fans but at this point only time will tell how big of a hit this doll will be.
On the plus side it seems anything Elmo is a big seller year after year so if you have someone in your family that loves Elmo this wouldn't be a bad gift. I suggest however to be on the safe side if you plan on having these dolls this year either preorder them now on line or at a local store that allows pre orders so that you'll be one of the first few to get one. Otherwise you know what that means? Large lines and wasted countless hours that could be spent doing something much more productive.
This inter active toy allows you to log online with a secret code once you've purchased the animal and offers a complete interactive world.
The only place you can find them right now is online as most of the chain stores and malls will not get any new in until this June. As Webkinz attack the market its challengers will be coming this fall.
Remember Tickle Me Elmo from years back? Do you remember the craze of the malls and media blitz? Well just over a year and a half ago the TMX Elmo came out also known as (Tickle Me Extreme Elmo) which was the 10th year anniversary of the original tickle me elmo with new updated features.
The TMX Elmo sold quite well last year not as much as its originator tickle me elmo, but enough to deplete inventory from all the mass chains in the country. This year his friends are arriving, TMX Cookie Monster and TMX Ernie.
Much like the release of the "tickle me" versions of each toy 10 years ago. They will retail for $29.
99 and just be a little bit shorter than the TMX Elmo.
They are sure to be big hits of kids that already have the TMX Elmo doll or just enjoy the characters.
Stores this year will probably experience similar difficulty keeping inventory levels full and expect a full on media assault coming from Fisher Price before their expected arrival.
Along with the TMX Friends coming this fall you'll also see a new Singing Elmo doll called "Singing Pizza Elmo".
The doll is expected to be a hot seller and features Elmo with an apron and pizza cutter that signs songs and interacts with children. Its going to be an add on for all collectors and fans of the other Seasame Street products and dolls as well as the TMX Friends series. Each year we move closer to more interactivity with toys and this years toys feature some of the best interactivity we've ever seen. The Webkinz Craze will continue throughout the year and probably deep into next year.
TMX Elmo will continue to sell well this year and will be more readily available for the parents that were unable to secure one of these prized dolls last year.
While the TMX Friends will sure to be a hit but will probably be a little bit easier to find than the TMX Elmo dolls were previously. The Singing Pizza Elmo will go over big with fans but at this point only time will tell how big of a hit this doll will be.
On the plus side it seems anything Elmo is a big seller year after year so if you have someone in your family that loves Elmo this wouldn't be a bad gift. I suggest however to be on the safe side if you plan on having these dolls this year either preorder them now on line or at a local store that allows pre orders so that you'll be one of the first few to get one. Otherwise you know what that means? Large lines and wasted countless hours that could be spent doing something much more productive.
Online Restaurant Management Career Training Options
In order to become a restaurant manager students should receive an accredited education. Career training options are available to those looking to pursue a career in the exciting field of culinary management.
By enrolling in an accredited online educational program students can prepare for the career they desire while continuing their current employment and studying from just about anywhere. With an education in this field students can obtain an associate's, bachelors, or masters level degree as well as continuing education certificates.
Associate level degrees are available to students through a number of accredited online schools and colleges. Students can train for a position in this field with as little as two years of study.
Coursework will vary by program but may include studies like: Food Preparation Sanitation Employee Management Accounting Menu Planning Baking Purchasing Business Administration and many other relevant areas of study. With an online education at an associates degree level students can pursue various careers in a number of industries.
Career prospects may include working in hotel restaurants, cafeterias, resorts, opening a restaurant, and much more.
Students can further education by enrolling in a bachelor's degree program or begin their career.
Bachelor's degrees can be earned through online training programs with just four years of study.
Students can study subjects that relate to their desired careers.
Coursework may include subjects like: Staff Management Nutrition Food Sanitation Purchasing Procedures Hospitality Accounting Cost Control Banquet Planning With an accredited online bachelors degree in restaurant management students can pursue the career they desire.
Possible employment may be in restaurants and other culinary related businesses.
By earning a bachelors degree students will be prepared for an exciting new career or further education at a master's level. Online master's degree programs allow students to earn their degree with an additional two years of study in restaurant management.
Students will have the opportunity to study a variety of subjects related to their desired career in the field. Areas of study may include subjects such as: Nutrition Accounting Food Preparation Sanitation Management Business Law Inventory Customer Service By gaining a masters degree online students will have the training needed to pursue a career working in a number of culinary related areas. With a masters degree students can seek out employment or continuing education. Continuing education certificates are available from a number of accredited online schools and colleges.
Students can gain certificates in certain areas of the field to enhance their skills, knowledge, and services. With an accredited online program students will be able to study from home at their own leisure.
Accrediting agencies like the Distance Education and Training Council (www.
detc.
org) are available to provide proof of an educational programs ability to provide a quality education. Students can start the path to an exciting new career by enrolling in an online restaurant management career training program.
DISCLAIMER: Above is a GENERIC OUTLINE and may or may not depict precise methods, courses and/or focuses related to ANY ONE specific school(s) that may or may not be advertised at PETAP.
org. Copyright 2010 - All rights reserved by PETAP.
org.
By enrolling in an accredited online educational program students can prepare for the career they desire while continuing their current employment and studying from just about anywhere. With an education in this field students can obtain an associate's, bachelors, or masters level degree as well as continuing education certificates.
Associate level degrees are available to students through a number of accredited online schools and colleges. Students can train for a position in this field with as little as two years of study.
Coursework will vary by program but may include studies like: Food Preparation Sanitation Employee Management Accounting Menu Planning Baking Purchasing Business Administration and many other relevant areas of study. With an online education at an associates degree level students can pursue various careers in a number of industries.
Career prospects may include working in hotel restaurants, cafeterias, resorts, opening a restaurant, and much more.
Students can further education by enrolling in a bachelor's degree program or begin their career.
Bachelor's degrees can be earned through online training programs with just four years of study.
Students can study subjects that relate to their desired careers.
Coursework may include subjects like: Staff Management Nutrition Food Sanitation Purchasing Procedures Hospitality Accounting Cost Control Banquet Planning With an accredited online bachelors degree in restaurant management students can pursue the career they desire.
Possible employment may be in restaurants and other culinary related businesses.
By earning a bachelors degree students will be prepared for an exciting new career or further education at a master's level. Online master's degree programs allow students to earn their degree with an additional two years of study in restaurant management.
Students will have the opportunity to study a variety of subjects related to their desired career in the field. Areas of study may include subjects such as: Nutrition Accounting Food Preparation Sanitation Management Business Law Inventory Customer Service By gaining a masters degree online students will have the training needed to pursue a career working in a number of culinary related areas. With a masters degree students can seek out employment or continuing education. Continuing education certificates are available from a number of accredited online schools and colleges.
Students can gain certificates in certain areas of the field to enhance their skills, knowledge, and services. With an accredited online program students will be able to study from home at their own leisure.
Accrediting agencies like the Distance Education and Training Council (www.
detc.
org) are available to provide proof of an educational programs ability to provide a quality education. Students can start the path to an exciting new career by enrolling in an online restaurant management career training program.
DISCLAIMER: Above is a GENERIC OUTLINE and may or may not depict precise methods, courses and/or focuses related to ANY ONE specific school(s) that may or may not be advertised at PETAP.
org. Copyright 2010 - All rights reserved by PETAP.
org.
Sunday, 21 December 2014
Helicopter Simulator Game and Things to Be Aware Of
The phrase helicopter simulator game is something of a fairly loose definition because it encompasses a number of different issues and concepts, for example, the game maybe solely educational based where a greater emphasis will be placed on the accuracy and realism of the vehicles contained within the game.
Physics and issues such as wind velocity, engine turbulence and collisions have all been coded into the engine of the simulator to ensure that the experience is as realistic as possible and on that basis then, the simulator is a game only in the strictest of senses.
The helicopter simulator game has to be one of the most commonly coded and most popular of all of the various internet games and this is in part due to the ease in which the game can be coded (at least, a basic, bare bones game that is).
Indeed, if you take even a cursory glance at a freelancing coder site you will typically find that many coders will actually include a helicopter game in their portfolio in order to more eloquently convey their expertise and experience in the various areas coded in such as the physics and collision. If you simply want to play these games and have no interest in making them for yourself, please be advised that the process is a little more involved and complex than simply handing over your cash or credit card for the game in question in order to take it home with you. You need to make sure that the game is actually compatible with the specifications of your computer and if your machine is not powerful enough to run the game then you will find that you are left with a white elephant on your hands, a most undesirable turn of events by any stretch of the imagination.
If in doubt, ask! Either ask the store clerk or jump onto the internet and access the game producers website and ask them directly whether or not your current machine will be able to run the game (or not) as the case maybe. I would personally recommend emailing them because this way you are guaranteed a speedy response and this will also mean that you do not need to worry about the hefty phone bill that will shortly be coming into your mailbox as you spend hours on the phone trying to speak to a technical advisor.
Physics and issues such as wind velocity, engine turbulence and collisions have all been coded into the engine of the simulator to ensure that the experience is as realistic as possible and on that basis then, the simulator is a game only in the strictest of senses.
The helicopter simulator game has to be one of the most commonly coded and most popular of all of the various internet games and this is in part due to the ease in which the game can be coded (at least, a basic, bare bones game that is).
Indeed, if you take even a cursory glance at a freelancing coder site you will typically find that many coders will actually include a helicopter game in their portfolio in order to more eloquently convey their expertise and experience in the various areas coded in such as the physics and collision. If you simply want to play these games and have no interest in making them for yourself, please be advised that the process is a little more involved and complex than simply handing over your cash or credit card for the game in question in order to take it home with you. You need to make sure that the game is actually compatible with the specifications of your computer and if your machine is not powerful enough to run the game then you will find that you are left with a white elephant on your hands, a most undesirable turn of events by any stretch of the imagination.
If in doubt, ask! Either ask the store clerk or jump onto the internet and access the game producers website and ask them directly whether or not your current machine will be able to run the game (or not) as the case maybe. I would personally recommend emailing them because this way you are guaranteed a speedy response and this will also mean that you do not need to worry about the hefty phone bill that will shortly be coming into your mailbox as you spend hours on the phone trying to speak to a technical advisor.
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