Get Help With Microsoft Tutor

Get Help With Microsoft TutorMicrosoft Tutor, as the name implies, is a Microsoft product for teaching and learning. It provides online interactive learning solutions to people around the world who want to learn languages, computer skills, reading and math. This tool is no doubt the easiest way to learn a foreign language and a wide range of computer skills.Some of the benefits of Microsoft Tutor are the many and diverse learning options that it provides. This product comes with a number of learning modules including the ability to create flashcards and learn through quizzes and games.It can also offer help and support to users in times of trouble. The tutor can guide you through any issue you may have encountered and give you tips on how to deal with it. This means that you can expect to see improvement in your education from your tutors, and not just from the Microsoft product itself. A good tutor would be able to work with you and advise you on what's best for you.Tutors are on ha nd at the Microsoft Tutor homepage so you will be able to find someone to work with when you need help with your learning. You can log in to the website to find out how much they charge, and how much assistance they are willing to offer. You can also look up for a tutor near you or from the United States.Besides classroom learning, Tutor is also useful for self-study. For example, you can download the audio files from the product. The audio files can be listened to while you are driving to class or while you are on your way home. However, the advantage of this product is that you don't have to get a subscription and therefore you will not have to buy a separate CD, DVD or cassette player.Most of the learning modules in the product are reviewed by native speakers and translators. They are well-known for their attention to detail and quality. Thus, you can rest assured that your learning will be a success and will continue to be.Microsoft Tutor, as a learning solution, will surely be your best choice for learning and studying. It has all the features you need, including Flash Cards, forums and test lessons, and you don't have to waste time searching for the right software. All you have to do is log in to the site, and you will be taken through your learning process.

Switching Schools 5 Things to do this Summer

Switching Schools 5 Things to do this Summer Switching Schools? 5 Things to do this Summer When students go from one grade to another, its a big transition. However, when they switch schools, it can be an even bigger change. Some things can be done over the summer so that kids have an easier time when they adjust to their new campus. Whether students are going from 5th to 6th grade, moving from public to private school, or even moving across the country, they need extra time to adjust to their new environment. In addition to getting to know the campus, kids should look at any changes in academics, teaching styles, or socialization. 1. Going from public to private school (or vice versa) Changing from a public school to private or vice versa can be a significant change for a child. Public schools are often larger and have a higher student to teacher ratio. They also tend to have more buildings and more room on campus. Private schools are smaller and may introduce new things such as school uniforms or policies specific to their mission statement. There can also be differences in academics. If a student is transitioning to a private school, they will probably have had a campus tour and an interview to make sure that its the right fit for them. In this case, they will likely be familiar with the campus and have met some of the teachers during the application process. However, its still a good idea to meet other students during the summer if at all possible to make the social transition easier. If a student is transitioning to public school, it would be beneficial for them to know about any academic differences and get to know where their new classes will be located (REA D: Irvine Science Tutor: 4 Awesome Summer Science Activities). 2.   A standard transition to a new campus Every student will experience a standard transmission to a new campus when they go from 5th to 6th grade or 8th to 9th grade. If they have older siblings they may have already been on the new campus but, if not, they should take a tour and go to the open house. When students enter middle or high school, it’s an opportunity for them to be able to reinvent themselves and make new friends, so its also a good idea to visit any of the school-sponsored social activities that occur over the summer. 3. Moving across the country Some kids will experience a move across the country or state. This can be a major transition because they are also dealing with adjusting to a new home, neighborhood, and social situation. If at all possible, kids in this situation should have a chance to socialize with some of the kids in their neighborhood that will be attending their new school, so they have a couple of friends on day one. Also, they will probably need more time to adjust given the magnitude of the change. 4. Getting familiar with campus Many schools offer a tour or open house where students can become familiar with the campus. If its a larger school, students are encouraged to ask a member of staff where their different classes will be as well as where the front offices are located and where the student lounge is, if one exists (READ: 5 Reasons to Play Sports Over the Summer). 5. A difference in curriculum If there is a change in curriculum students are encouraged to either work with the teacher or a private tutor to learn new concepts and skills so they can stay on top of things. Also, new students are encouraged to join a study group which can both help their academics and increase social opportunities. Hit the ground running at your new school with the help of a private Orange County summer tutor. Call us today for more information. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

Teach Away Telegram - April 2013

Teach Away Telegram - April 2013 Happy April! We’re a third of the way through 2013 already. In this month’s newsletter, we’ll talk about another good teaching tool, Prezi. We’ll also share information on getting a Master’s degree in TESOL. Finally, our country spotlight for April is Azerbaijan.Teaching Tool: Prezi Example of a featured Prezi from prezi.comPrezi could be called the modern version of PowerPoint, although that would be doing the program a disservice. Prezi allows for a non-linear format, meaning that teachers and students can scroll, slide, zoom, and enlarge frames. Prezi’s visual nature makes it ideal for teachers to display “mind mapping” techniques.Preparing presentations before class (instead of using a whiteboard) benefits learning. It allows teachers to maximize class time for instruction, rather than wasting valuable minutes writing on the board. However, many kinds of presentation software are inadequate for teachers, as it is not easy to move back to review a previous point, o r move in and out from big picture to detail and back.Prezi allows teachers to make their lessons more visually engaging as well as potentially more useful and intuitive. The Prezi website has examples of presentations that make excellent use of the program’s graphic abilities. Prezi’s visuals can be used to explain or simply to entertain.From USC Rossier: How is a Master’s in TESOL Relevant Overseas?Thanks in large part to globalization and modern technology, English has become the dominant language around the world. The New York Times reports that about one-quarter of the world's population is able to communicate in English to some extent. It is the common language for every type of global enterprise, including business, entertainment and popular culture, and it represents about 80 percent of the information stored on the Internet. Around the world, people from every culture recognize the ability to communicate in English as a key component of their education.The Times also reports that the teaching of English is a multi-billion-dollar industry and that one-third of the global population is studying English or will study it at some point in the near future. While there is no question that the overseas demand for English language instructors is growing, trying to determine the best educational path to becoming a TESOL teacher can be confusing.Becoming a TESOL TeacherWhile some countries require only a bachelor's degree and/or TESOL certification, there are many advantages associated with obtaining a Master's in TESOL. Teaching English requires more than knowledge of the English language. A Master’s in TESOL provides in-depth knowledge in the teaching techniques that are essential for instructing students who have limited experience with English. It makes it possible to address students with varying language requirements, from those who are learning English as a hobby to those who require it for school or employment.In general, overseas employers are l ooking for TESOL teachers who are well trained and who have classroom experience. Master's in TESOL programs satisfy these requirements by providing a strong foundation in linguistics theory and teaching methods. Students learn how to apply language and literacy concepts in a broad range of educational settings. In addition, the best Master’s in TESOL programs give students the opportunity to put teaching theory into practice through field-based assignments. Students who are new to teaching will gain confidence and refine their skills by observing experienced teachers and applying what they've learned in an actual classroom of students.TESOL Teaching OpportunitiesGraduates of Master's in TESOL programs have a wider range of professional options since they are qualified to work in a variety of educational settings in Asia, Europe and Latin America, from schools and universities to workplace settings and language institutes. They are also qualified to become school administrators, p rogram coordinators, teacher trainers and ESL/EFL educational materials specialists. It should be noted that some countries have visa restrictions that apply to teachers, so it's important for any U.S. citizen who wants to work overseas to research residency and employment laws in countries where they want to work.Many teachers seeking jobs overseas have a bachelor's degree in a non-related subject. The TESOL International Association reports that although salary levels for TESOL instructors vary considerably from one country to the next, teachers with higher educational degrees can expect to be seen as more desirable by overseas employers and qualified for higher salaries. Job seekers with limited TESOL training are at risk of finding only assignments with low pay, long work hours and no benefits. Those with a Master's in TESOL tend to receive higher salaries and additional job benefits, like travel support. A master's degree also provides greater career flexibility for teachers wh o return to the United States after working abroad.Contact Rossier Online TodayIt is never too late to become a TESOL teacher, and there are many areas throughout the country that have a high need for quality TESOL educators. If you want to make a difference in the classroom and teach subjects that you feel passionate about, apply to USC today. This groundbreaking Master of Arts in Teaching TESOL program will give you the tools to be more marketable in the changing environment of education.Country Spotlight: AzerbaijanTeach Away is currently hiring for positions in international schools in Azerbaijan. Licensed teachers looking for a unique experience can find excellent employment opportunities in Azerbaijan, located at the intersection of Europe and Asia.Azerbaijan lies on the Caspian Sea and shares a border with Russia, Georgia, Armenia, and Iran. The country is influenced by a mix of cultures from both Asia and Europe. The capital of Baku is a dynamic, cosmopolitan urban center bu ilt around an ancient city center. Glittering skyscrapers look over medieval palaces and Islamic mosques. Elsewhere, the country’s picturesque villages melt into the Caucasus mountains. Traveling in Azerbaijan is rewarding but challenging, as the tourist industry is still developing.Teachers wishing to work in Azerbaijan should be open-minded and willing to take on new challenges. Previous experience is required in order to teach in Azerbaijan’s international schools.Teaching in Azerbaijan is an excellent way to explore this little-known country. For more information on the current jobs available, please see our list of teaching jobs abroad.

How to land a teaching job in Spain

How to land a teaching job in Spain If you’ve ever thought about teaching abroad in Europe, then it’s more than likely that teaching English in Spain has crossed your mind. It’s got a booming ESL industry and teachers flock there in search of day time naps and sangria. We’re sure there are other incentives, but day time naps, how could you not? Siestas and sangria aren’t all Spain has to offer - it’s a soccer-mad country, where if you don’t already love futbol, you soon will. That’s not to say that teaching English in Spain is going to be the same regardless of where you go. In fact, you’ll find very different reports from ESL teachers across the country. From quiet country towns to bustling cities like Madrid and Barcelona, there are all sorts of lifestyles on offer (don’t worry, the naps are always included). Whether you’re looking for a quiet beachside escape from it all or a town with a little more swagger, you’ll find a school that suits you. The people are friendly, the food is beyond delicious, and the scenery is spectacular (seriously, I just wasted 10 minutes of my life gawking at stock photos, thinking maybe I should be in Spain!) So how do I get a job, Google isn’t much help here? The reason that Google doesn’t throw up a bajillion jobs for teaching English in Spain is that they’re not usually listed online. It’s a very different culture to what you might be used to and unlike schools in other countries, Spanish schools tend to hire on the spot. As in, you walk right up to the school and present them with your resume. If pavement pounding isn’t your thing, teaching ESL in Spain may not be for you. It’s certainly not for the faint of heart, and unless you’ve got enough gumption to land (not necessarily on your feet) and roll with it… then we suggest somewhere a bit less spur of the moment. There’s a lot of competition and enough English speakers seem to show up and wing it, that they haven’t had to start mass TEFL teacher recruiting online. That being said… it’s a small amount of initial discomfort for a life that includes daytime naps. What kind of ESL jobs do they have? There are three main categories of jobs and plenty of options. I’ve done a round-up below to make it pretty straight forward for you. The most common way to teach English in Spain is probably to approach a private academy once you land! 1. Openings at private schools and language academies Private schools are a legitimate way to go about landing an English teaching job in Spain. You will lead your own classroom and be able to find a full-time job that offers a good salary, benefits and even paid vacation. Ehm, yes, please! Sadly, you need to be in Spain to get these jobs. The bright side of that is this: you can start with where you want to live and figure the rest out once you land. You’ll have the flexibility of trying the city out before you knock on a school’s door and sign a year-long contract. It does mean that you should probably have some savings if you plan to teach English in Spain. At least to tide you over until the first pay cheque. Do you have a TEFL/CELTA/TESOL? Then you should land one of these types of jobs easy peasy. If you don’t have one of these teaching certificates- maybe consider getting a TEFL before you do anything else. Not only will it arm you for the classroom. It will answer pretty pressing questions like - how do I make this rowdy mob of Spanish kids speak English? Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. 2. Language and Cultural Assistant jobs (aka Auxiliares de conversación) Becoming a Language and Cultural assistant is probably the least terrifying way of securing a job teaching English in Spain. Hours are pretty light with teachers only working about 12-16 hours per week so you won’t make as much as you would in a private school. Actually, you’ll make considerably less, pocketing between $790 - 1,100, which is enough to survive in a country with a low cost of living. Let’s just say you won’t be indulging in tapas every night of the week. The requirements include a TEFL certificate and to be enrolled in a four-year degree program. This is a perfect gap-year option for those of you who want to have a year in Spain and experience the lifestyle! The program looks for residents from any of the following countries: any EU country, the US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia or China. For more information on teaching English in Spain this way - check out the program’s official website. 3. Private tutoring gigs Spanish families are always recruiting private English tutors to either improve their business English skills or to get their little ones up to scratch. They’re not really looking for your traditional teacher and tend to just want to invest in a more immersive way of learning. This can be in their homes or at a café. Some families will hire a live-in teacher to be on-hand to give private lessons to their children several times a week! Kind of like an au pair but without the diaper changing (although, you might end up with a job that’s more au pair than private tutor - ??be careful!) This is a fabulous way to wheedle your into an authentic Spanish lifestyle and is also probably the quickest route to culture shock. Think about those big family meals and paella… Why not check out this this teacher’s story on what it’s like living and teaching English in Spain? Okay, so hit me with the requirements for teaching Englis in Spain These can vary - some schools will want a licensed teacher and teaching experience, but most are just looking for the following: ??A college degree A TEFL certification ??Native English speaking proficiency Bonus points and muchos opportunities if…puedes hablar un poco de español! What about some cold hard cash? Show me the money! As we’ve mentioned, Language and Cultural Assistants are likely to make between $790 - 1,100 USD a month. If you keep your expenses low and travel cheaply, this is still plenty of money to fund a decent lifestyle in Spain. Private tutoring will depend on how many hours you take and is pretty variable. It tends to be without a contract. The best option, if you’re concerned about money, is private academies. Here you will have benefits, paid holidays and a comfy wage of between $1,300 - 2,000 per month. Note that the higher end of this scale will probably go to teachers with lots of experience. Even though you will be making money, we do not recommend landing in Spain flat broke. Save a little first, that way the first month of job hunting won’t be quite so terrifying. Also, seeing as we’re talking cash, budget airlines and railway tickets are a great way to get around Europe, and Spain is perfectly located for a little interrailing. So why not plan a few weekends in Germany, Portugal, or well, anywhere really… When’s the best time to look for a job? That really depends what sort of job you’re interested in. The government-run programs generally have a spring application (which you can do in your home country) with a start date of the following fall. As for private academies - you will probably get lucky any time of year. That being said, the peak times are September, October and January (the beginning of the school semesters) and there’s bound to be more options around then.

ACT Aspire What is it - TutorNerds

ACT Aspire What is it - TutorNerds What on Earth is the ACT Aspire? Do you ever feel, as a parent, that your child is exposed to endless testing? Do you feel as though many of these standardized tests have more of a business (I.e. money making component than actual academic assessment? Since the implementation of my professional career I have seen the SAT go from a 1600 top score to a 2400 top score with the addition of an essay and the breakdown of the verbal section to the Critical Reading and Writing sections. I have seen the beginning of the CAHSEE (California High School Exit Exam we have tutors for that), used in CA and OR. The SAT is soon to change once again and the ACT went from an afterthought to widely popular (READ: ACT Tips From a Private Irvine Tutor). Personally, as a private Orange County test prep tutor, I would like to see more time for actual learning. Kids become tired very easily and I would prefer to see them use their mental energy on academics than filling in bubbles. Most teachers that I talk to would much prefer to teach, than to ‘teach to the test’. After all, we do not fill in bubbles in real life. We do, however, balance our checkbooks, make investments, write emails and read books (all components of math and English). So my first thought when I heard about the ACT Aspire was, why do we have yet another test? To perform a well rounded critique, I have to go through it with a balanced eye and at least give it a chance. Bear with me and we can learn about it together. 1. What is the ACT Aspire? Based on the summary content on the website, it is a test for 3-8 graders and early high school students that examines abilities in reading, writing, math, science, and English. It is 4 hours long and it meets common core standards (CLICK: ACT Aspire). To me, this is not enough information. Don’t all standardized tests examine math and English (with reading and writing encompassed within it)? Doesn’t the ACT already cover science? Don’t all standardized tests meet common core standards? We definitely need to look further. 2. When did ACT Aspire first appear? According to their website, ACT Aspire came into play around 2012. Since it’s so new, why is it better than its predecessors? ‘New’ is generally a neutral statement, it could be good, bad or have no particular meaning at all. Let’s look further still. 3. What is it all about? Upon further investigation, I have discovered that the ACT Aspire replaces the ACT Plan and the ACT Explore starting in the 2014-2015 school year. In addition, the total testing time will vary between 3 hours and 50 minutes and 4 hours and 10 minutes, depending on the student’s grade level. On one hand, less testing means more time for actual learning. On the other hand, is 30 minutes of writing enough to determine if your third grader knows how to write? What if he or she zoned out for just that 30 minutes on that particular day but was paying attention the rest of the year? (READ: 5 Reasons Students Should Blog). 4. What types of questions are there? According to the website, the questions will vary between “multiple question types including constructed response, selected response, and technology-enhanced items”. To genuinely figure out how this test worked, I set out to take one 24-question section for myself. Excited to see how I did, I submitted my final answers. Unfortunately, I was redirected to the login page without a score. Either the ACT Aspire isn’t giving out scores or there are some substantial difficulties. The section that I completed was a multiple choice grammar and punctuation section and was very similar to the grammar correction sections on the ACT. So I suppose the ACT aspire will serve as a type of test prep for the ACT if you want the best test prep in Orange County, look no further than our college educated ACT tutors. The ACT Aspire offers both computer and pencil and paper based testing, which I would consider to be a good thing considering the difficult transition that schools are having with computer-based testing. (What if there are 35 computers but 40 students taking the exam? Not a good thing. What about mobile electronic devices where the keyboard pops up to cover part of the test? Frustrating.) 5. Bottom Line I see this as a version of the PSAT (only in prep for the ACT). I don’t see it as particularly bad or good just yet. I would like to know what I got on that grammar section though. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at info@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us post about. The beginning of a new school year is crucial for establishing a strong academic performance. In other words, if your child wants to reach his or her potential, they can’t fall behind from the start. Hiring an Orange County private tutor is much more than extra academic help, it’s a confidence boost. Have your child be the first to raise their hand in the classroom by hiring a college educated tutor from TutorNerds. Contact us today!

Find the Best Online Math Tutoring Jobs For Cash

Find the Best Online Math Tutoring Jobs For CashOnline math tutoring jobs are not at all that hard to find. There are several math related tutoring jobs that are available at home and you can easily get one of these jobs even without going to a college or university. These tutoring jobs allow students to learn the math in their spare time.You can enroll yourself in math tutoring courses for free as well as the online tutoring courses. A tutor for online math helps students with the algebra, geometry, fractions, algebra problems and geometry problems. These tutoring courses offer online homework help, tutorials and computer activities.You do not need to spend too much money in order to find the online math tutoring jobs. It is enough if you have an internet connection. You can get hold of online tutoring classes that offer tutoring online. Even just about any type of education can be completed by learning math online.Different teachers and classes offer different formats and learn met hods for students. You can also find tutors in your locality. If you want to work from home you can look for tutoring jobs at home or you can look for tutoring jobs in different tutoring centers in different cities. Online tutoring services are provided by most tutoring centers.There are some simple steps you need to follow in order to get paid to teach online. The first step is to look for tutoring centers that offer tutoring services.You need to find out whether they are accredited or not and the second step is to look for proper research so that you will know what type of tutoring services they offer. In this way you will know what kind of tutor you will be working with. You can look for some online math jobs and review the available options to get an idea what you are going to do next.It is important that you understand the rules of the tutoring system before enrolling in a course completion or placement. You can also contact a math tutor and ask for his advice regarding the mat h course and the offers he has.

Teach Algebra At Your Own Pace

Teach Algebra At Your Own PaceGlencoe Personal Tutor is a software program that is designed to help teach algebra to your child. You can expect a certain level of difficulty with this program but there are various strategies and techniques that can be used so that the children can learn at their own pace. By employing all these strategies and techniques in the software, the child will be able to learn at their own pace and at their own level.The Glencoe Personal Tutor algebra program was designed to help your child learn algebra at their own pace. You can also use the software to help your child who is a math master at a pre-primary school. The software gives you the option to work with your child at their own pace as well.With the software you can let your child know how algebra works. This way they can make the most out of their learning process. The tutorials given in the software will be simple to understand and follow. There are several tutorials that you can use so that your ch ild will be able to master algebra by themselves.By using the tutorials for the Glencoe Personal Tutor software, your child will learn algebra by themselves. The lessons given in the tutorials will include the following: First Year Math, Second Year Math, Third Year Math, Fourth Year Math, Fifth Year Math, Sixth Year Math, Seventh Year Math, Eighth Year Math, Ninth Year Math, Tenth Year Math, eleventh year math, twelfth year math, thirteenth year math, fourteenth year math, fifteenth year math, sixteenth year math, seventeenth year math, eighteenth year math, nineteenth year math, twentieth year math, twenty-first year math, twenty-second year math, twenty-third year math, twenty-fourth year math, twenty-fifth year math, twenty-sixth year math, and twenty-seventh year math. Some of the tutorials that are included in the Glencoe Personal Tutor software are in addition to the tutorials that are given inthe Glencoe Home School Educational Software. These tutorials will include the foll owing: Practice Problem Solving, Algebra Practice, Proofs, Arithmetic, Logic Games, Boolean Expression Games, Numbers, Textbooks, Diagnostic Checks, Algebra Exercises, Algebra Review Tests, Advanced Math Exercises, Math Problems, Algebra Practice Test, Memory Games, Shapes, Mix-Up Games, Homework, and Math Games.Glencoe Personal Tutor will give your child the required tools to learn at their own pace. If you want to teach algebra to your child from scratch and make sure that they have the knowledge needed, the software is perfect for this purpose. It gives you the flexibility to use the lessons that you need to help your child learn algebra at their own pace and at their own level.You can also use the tutorial to help your child use algebra to solve equations. By using this software to teach algebra to your child, you will not only be able to teach algebra to your child, but you will also be able to practice it in your classroom.You do not have to be a math master to teach algebra a t your own pace. By giving your child algebra online, you will be able to learn algebra at your own pace.