Chemical Beaker - Pros and Cons

Chemical Beaker - Pros and ConsA beaker is a tool used for chemistry. It is an equipment used for handling chemicals in the laboratory environment. These can be used to mix chemicals, measure solids, process liquids, and create solutions. Beakers can be single-use or reusable; the latter is preferred for the lab environment.Before we look at the pros and cons of these beakers, let us examine the instrument first. First off, it is made up of glass or plastic and is very light and sturdy. They come in different sizes and shapes depending on the manufacturer. It can be opaque or transparent, and it can be formed into a shape that is completely round. There are a lot of different models to choose from so that you can choose what suits your needs best.There are some advantages to using a beaker for chemistry. One of them is that it is easy to handle and process materials with one. Secondly, it is convenient because it does not require a large space. Thirdly, it is convenient because there is no need to make a mess with a stand.The con for a beaker is that it is fragile and can break easily. Also, the handles have to be sturdy and strong for it to last through repeated use. In addition, it does not come with a cover so that you do not get dust in the air. If you handle the beaker with care, then it can last you a long time.The reason why you need a beaker for chemistry is because it gives you the ability to mix chemicals and processes liquids at the same time. It also makes things easier when mixing chemicals or solving problems. Other reasons that are cited include using it to process liquids and solids and creating simple solutions.When it comes to the pros and cons of a beaker, they are fairly straightforward. The disadvantages are that it is a bit expensive and does not have many useful features. It is still used in laboratories because it is not very common to find beakers at home. Also, it requires a large space, but there are many other options to take care of this.A beaker is a great bargain to look into if you are looking for a chemistry lab equipment. There are some considerations to keep in mind, however, when choosing this type of laboratory equipment.

5 Practical Strategies for Combating Boredom in Kids with ADHD

5 Practical Strategies for Combating Boredom in Kids with ADHD Many kids with ADHD struggle with feelings of boredom throughout the day, especially during activities that fail to meet their high mental engagement needs (see my previous post for more on this topic). When boredom kicks in, kids feel miserable and their ability to stay focused and engaged plummets. While every hour of every day cant be filled with fun and exciting activities, there are many strategies that parents and teachers can use to make everyday tasks more engaging for kids with ADH, 5 Key Strategies for Reducing Boredom and Increasing Engagement Make Activities Meaningful When an activity is meaningful to a child, either because it is helping him or her to improve skills in an area that is important or because it is tied to a topic that he or she enjoys, his or her interest and enthusiasm will increase dramatically. For example, many kids with ADHD complain that math is boring, but when a child learns to use his or her skills to predict the scoring potential of a favorite athlete, math suddenly becomes much more interesting. Or when a child learns that getting through homework quickly (and accurately) means that he or she will finish sooner and have more time to play a favorite game, he or she becomes much more engaged and less distracted during homework time. Incorporate Physical Activity Physical activity provides essential mental stimulation for kids with ADHD, and can make typically boring activities much more engaging. Physical activity can come in the form of a hands-on project, an opportunity to complete assignments while standing and fidgeting rather than sitting still, or frequent pre-planned activity breaks. In an ideal scenario, active games can be used to teach new skills, routines, and habits. Whenever activities are fun and game-like boredom quickly disappears! Keep it Short Kids with ADHD become bored with almost any lengthy task. For very young children, even a 10-minute activity can induce boredom. Older children may have a 20-minute limit before the boredom sets in. In general, helping kids with ADHD learn new skills and complete everyday tasks through short bursts of activity will reduce boredom and increase engagement. Try reducing the length of repetitive academic assignments, and breaking down longer activities, like cleaning up a very messy play area, into smaller chunks. Set Short-Term Goals Most kids with ADHD find activities boring when they lack a clear purpose or have a very delayed outcome. Build small goals into activities to bump up engagement. For example, rather than having a child passively listen to a book report presentation in class, have him or her complete a worksheet that requires him or her to listen for very specific details during the presentation. Challenge the child to have an answer written down for each question before the presenter has finished the report. Reward Progress Providing immediate rewards can make almost any activity more engaging for kids with ADHD. In general, rewards should be immediate, they should be something that the child wants to earn, and they should be used sparingly. Rewards are powerful tools for kids with ADHD, but when they are used too frequently they can be difficult to sustain. In addition, they may undermine a childs internal motivation when they are paired with activities that the child perceives as easy or inherently interesting. So, build in rewards when they are needed, but use them only after youve tried one or more of the four strategies listed above. Anytime an otherwise boring activity can be made engaging for a child with ADHD he or she will receive a boost in his or her ability to focus, be productive, and feel proud of his or her efforts. Its not possible to escape boredom altogether, but with a few tips and tricks most activities can be made interesting for kids with ADHD. ABOUT DR. MARY ROONEY Mary Rooney, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California San Francisco. Dr Rooney is a researcher and clinician specializing in the evaluation and treatment of ADHD and co-occurring behavioral, anxiety, and mood disorders. A strong advocate for those with attention and behavior problems, Dr. Rooney is committed to developing and providing comprehensive, cutting edge treatments tailored to meet the unique needs of each child and adolescent. Dr. Rooney's clinical interventions and research avenues emphasize working closely with parents and teachers to create supportive, structured home and school environments that enable children and adolescents to reach their full potential. In addition, Dr. Rooney serves as a consultant and ADHD expert to Huntington Learning Centers. ABOUT HUNTINGTON Huntington Learning Center is the tutoring and test prep leader. Its certified tutors provide individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students of all levels succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Founded in 1977, Huntington's mission is to give every student the best education possible. Call us today at 1.800.CAN LEARN to discuss how Huntington can help your child. For franchise opportunities please visit www.huntingtonfranchise.com. This website does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The material on this site is provided for educational purposes only.

Canadian International School Kunshan

Canadian International School Kunshan Canadian International School Kunshan About CISK Founded in 2012, the Canadian International School, Kunshan (CISK) is affiliated with St. Johns-Kilmarnock, IB World School, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Currently, CISK provides an Early Years Foundation Program, that includes Pre-School Nursery, Junior and Senior Kindergarten, and as of September 2015, Grade 1-10 programs, all taught in English, although Mandarin is available to our students and forms part of our curricula. Our ultimate goal is to expand our grades in order to offer our students a complete secondary school program. Looking ahead to the upcoming school year, we plan to move our staff and students, including our entire educational resources, to a brand new state of the art facilities, in Kunshan, China, located on our new campus, adjacent to Duke Kunshan University. Kunshan. About Kunshan Kunshan, Jiangsu is located in the south-east, county-level city under the jurisdiction of Suzhou City, is located between Shanghai and Suzhou city. It is also the father of Chinese operas Kun qu originated. September 2010, Kunshan and Vienna, Singapore and other 5 cities in the United Nations Habitat Award for the year. Kunshan, China economy is the strongest in the county-level city, for four consecutive years in Forbes China best county-level cities ranked ranked first, for eight consecutive years won China small citys comprehensive strength hundred cities and counties first.It is around a 2 hour drive to Shanghai from Kunshan and approximately 18 minutes by light transit high speed rail.

4 Ways to Make Your Dream Job a Reality

4 Ways to Make Your Dream Job a Reality Image via Pexels 1. Dig Deep for What You Want: This may seem like an obvious first step, but without it, there is no dream job! We all have passions and things that interest us, but the real question at hand is, can I turn this interest or passion into a career? So, you have to dig deep to figure out what it is you want exactly. In today’s age with technology, the options are almost limitless in what you can do and accomplish. You could be a blogger that plays and reviews video games (and gets paid for it)! Or you could be the next big name in the food and restaurant industry. All it takes is aligning your dreams and goals with the job market and reaching for it! 2. Research What it Takes to Get There: No one can go from point A to point B without some elbow grease and research into what requirements, qualifications, and skills it takes to get to your dream job. It’s important that, before you take the leap, you gather all the information you need in order to carefully asses what you need to do, what skills you need to build, etc. to make your dream job a reality. A blog post by Miss Ashley Allison suggests an article from Regis College, which “highlights some of the careers where certain skills are needed; which could be a motivator to help you decide on the path you want to take.” Image via Pexels 3. Boost Your Confidence: This world is tough and to make it in this world, you have to have confidence- confidence in yourself, in your ability to do a job, in your skills, etc. We all have points where our self-esteem is low and we don’t believe in ourselves, so you’re not the only one.   To help make your dream job into a reality, take some steps to boost your confidence! In an article on Entrepreneur.com, guest writer and CEO Chris W. Dunn  recommends  a few ways to build your confidence, such as visualizing yourself as you want to be, affirming yourself, doing something that scares you every day, helping someone else, caring for yourself, and shifting to an equality mentality, among some. One that I personally liked was to take the 100 days of rejection challenge. Dunn writes, “Jia Jiang  has become famous for recording his experience of “busting fear” by purposefully making crazy requests of people in order to be rejected over 100 days. His purpose was to desensitize himself to rejection, after he became more upset than he expected over rejection from a potential investor.  Busting fear isn’t easy to do, but if you want to have fun while building up your self-confidence, this is a powerful way to do it.” 4. Take a Risk: Stepping outside of your comfort zone and the traditional job market to make your dream job a reality takes a leap of faith and a fair amount of risk- and that’s ok! The steps you’ve taken prior to this have adequately set you up for doing this and now all you have to do is take that leap! Taking risks is scary because there’s no guarantee of success or a favorable outcome, however, you never know unless you reach for it and try it! Making your dream job a reality isn’t an easy process that just comes overnight, however, when taking the appropriate steps and being confident in yourself, you can accomplish just about anything! As always, good luck!

Teacher QA Exploring Abu Dhabi public schools with Lindsey, part 2

Teacher QA Exploring Abu Dhabi public schools with Lindsey, part 2 Abu Dhabi public schools offer incredible opportunities, great salaries, and extensive benefit packages for teachers. This post contains the second half of my interview with Lindsey, who taught in Abu Dhabi public schools for five years. Make sure you check out part 1 here first. What were some of the largest differences between Abu Dhabi public schools and North American ones? Did they pose challenges for you personally? Lindsey: There are many differences and similarities. Kids are kids no matter where they grow up. However, the school climate can be very different. A personal challenge of mine was getting over my Western-centric attitude. Most Westerners suffer from this without even realizing it. What I mean is that I had to remind myself constantly that there is no right way, or superior way, or better way. There are different ways to do things and one is no more right than the other. Once I accepted this concept, school life became a lot easier for me. Other things I found challenging was the language barrier - not so much between my students and I, but between myself and the staff. I am a social person by nature, so it was difficult when I would try to communicate with staff, especially because I was one of two female teachers in my entire school when I first arrived. To help solve this problem, I asked some of the Arabic teachers to teach me Arabic basics in return for English basics from me. This was a great way for us to find common ground and build a relationship. Another major difference I found was the lack of recess for students. Students get an average of 20 minutes of total break per day due to the fact that the school day is packed into only five hours. What are the resources and support systems like for educators in Abu Dhabi public schools? Lindsey:The Abu Dhabi public schools are going through an incredible reform, which means that year by year, sources and support systems are improving. There are plans that have been designed by ADEC to support students and educators. Also, I felt support by other teachers and the administration at my school. I find that most Emiratis see value in the education reform and are therefore are very open minded. How did you positively handle problematic classroom behaviour from students? Did you need new strategies? Lindsey:I watched a lot of teachers struggle, including myself, with student behaviour. As a fairly junior level teacher, it was a lot to take on a class of 28 grade 2 boys that had not only never had an English-speaking teacher, but that also had never had a female teacher either. I think reflecting back on the experience, this helped me grow as an educator. I was able to use trial and sometimes a lot of errors to try different techniques. In the end, the most successful method was reinforcing positive behaviour. I implemented a class tracking system and only rewarded students for good deeds done. The students started to intrinsically motivate themselves to make good choices. With the UAE’s education reform in place, what subjects are taught in English? Did you teach any of these? Lindsey:English Language Arts, Math, and Science are all taught in English. I taught all three subjects. What level of English could the students speak? Lindsey:There was a wide spectrum of English speaking ability. Some students were fluent English speakers, readers, and writers. Other students could speak English but could not read or write. Other students had no concept of the English language. Teachers have to be comfortable with different skill levels and understand how to meet the needs of the students in their classroom based both on ability and learning style. How was your experience with communicating with parents? Lindsey:Some parents were very approachable, easy to speak with, gracious, and supportive. Otherparents were more challenging to speak with because of their limited English ability and my limited Arabic language ability. In these situations, I would rely on my Arabic partner teacher for translation. Overall, I had a very pleasant experience with the parents of the students I taught. Did you meet other new teachers when you arrived? Were there onboarding or orientation events and activities for new staff? Lindsey:I met so many new friends when I arrived! Everyone is in the same situation as you are and therefore very open and friendly. I found teachers that had already been living there extremely helpful and willing to offer assistance to help me settle in. There was a week long orientation that I participated in. Representatives from the schools went through major processes and curriculum. They briefed us on living in the UAE, dos and don’ts, and helped familiarize us with where to go and what for. They also helped us set up a bank account and a cell phone. They were very helpful and patient. During orientation, which took place in Abu Dhabi City, we were placed in hotels. When I started, there wasn’t a Head of Faculty position, however, when I was a Head of Faculty one of my duties was to welcome new teachers to the school and help them get adjusted to the school climate as well as answer any questions they may have. How did you get along with other teachers at your school? Lindsey:I love getting to know all different types of people. I worked in a coed staff, which is rare in Abu Dhabi. The advantage was that I had colleagues from all over the world and I could learn from their teaching methods to expand my own professional growth. The teachers were very kind, welcoming, and inviting. What is the number one reason a teacher should experience teaching abroad? What is the number one reason a teacher should experience teaching in Abu Dhabi public schools? Lindsey:The number one reason a teacher should experience teaching abroad is for the overall professional and personal growth experience. Teachers should experience teaching in the Abu Dhabi public schools because it is an amazing opportunity to be on the forefront of a unique and ambitious education reform. Most teachers at home never see the big picture. Their students pass by year after year and it’s hard to feel that “I’m making a difference” satisfaction. In Abu Dhabi it’s totally opposite. Teachers can experience the difference they are making first hand! They are helping to re-shape the educational climate in the country, on the front lines and can see the incredible growth and of their students. It is very professionally satisfying work. What would you say to other teachers considering teaching abroad? Lindsey:Just do it! It’s a scary thing to consider, but the pros FAR outweigh the cons. I fell head over heels in love with living abroad! Everyone should have this experience of a lifetime! I can see myself going abroad again if the right opportunity presents itself. Click here for more info and job postings in Abu Dhabi public schools

3 books all parents should read

3 books all parents should read As a parent I am always looking for answers to a whole lot of questions. Parenting is no easy feat and as parents we are always open to advice and tips from other parents who have already been there. Children are precious. They are individuals with their own characters and their own minds. There are some books that offer great insight into children that we may not have thought of or not be aware of. And some books are so inspirational and full of great ideas on how to become better parents that they shouldn't be missed. Here are three books I think all parents will find inspiration from: 1. HOW to TALK so KIDS will LISTEN and LISTEN so KIDS will TALK - Adele Faber Elaine Mazlish This is one of my favourites. This best-selling book gives you great insight into how to effectively talk to your children so that you can build solid, trusting relationships. It is a very down-to-earth book with fabulous suggestions of practical ways to solve those everyday problems we parents face with our children. The book offers valuable lessons in breaking argument patterns, coping with negative feelings, engaging your child's cooperation, resolving conflicts and a whole lot more. It is basically a guide to enriching your relationship with your children. An absolute must-read for new parents or parents with young children. 2. The Magic Years: Understanding and Handling the Problems of Early Childhood - Selma H. Fraiberg The great thing about this book is that it takes the reader into the mind of the young child and takes the reader through the way the young boy looks at the world and how he handles situations. This classic book offers a diverse look into how children think and the reasons they behave the way they do; delving into their actions based on their emotions and cognitive abilities. Understanding why our children act in certain ways and seeing the world through their eyes can really help in understanding our children better and build a better relationship with them. 3. No Regrets Parenting: Turning Long Days and Short Years into Cherished Moments with Your Kids - Harley Robart, M.D. Most parents can probably agree that time flies by when our children are young. This book explores how busy parents don't notice how quickly time flies by and how to spend the time they do manage within the day enhancing their relationships with their children through quality time. The book delves into how to enjoy the experience of parenting whilst juggling with the rest of your daily routines from work, housework, homework and cooking to football practice, ballet and bath time. It concentrates not on how much time you spend with your children but how you spend that time with them helping parents re-adjust their priorities.

Tips For Sending Out a Quality Tutoring Newsletter

Tips For Sending Out a Quality Tutoring NewsletterIf you want to know how to send out a quality tutoring newsletter, you may be a little confused on how to do it. There are tons of different ways to do it, but the best way is to figure out what it is that you would like to do and how you want to do it.You want to send out a newsletter to your students that tells them about upcoming tutoring events and special offers for their school or community. You will need to design the newsletter to make it unique and have a theme that will allow you to add in the way you want to. With that in mind, you will need to set the pace for the newsletter and take some time to think about how you want to write it.What should you put in the newsletter? The information you need to include in your newsletter includes where you tutoring is and when you tutoring is being offered. You can also provide a map of the area you are tutoring in.Of course, you will need to be sure that you have the right wordings fo r each area. Make sure that your tutoring is classified as an off campus event. You want to make sure that your newsletter does not go over each tutoring event with the student.You will also need to include a section for any special offer that you have. That way, students can find out the discount that you are offering by going to your website. You may want to give special discounts to alumni or have a link to one of your other tutoring websites in the newsletter.It is important to give the students a chance to sign up for your newsletter. If you cannot get a response to the newsletter, you will be losing students that are interested in what you are offering. So, do not give up!When you are finished with your newsletter, make sure that you print it out and make copies for everyone that has signed up for the newsletter. Give each person a sheet of your newsletter and let them keep the copy. That way, they can read it and decide if they want to subscribe.