The Revitalization of the Modern Cornish Language By Charlene Lacandazo

Cornish is a minority language, and many linguists believe that it is closely related to Welsh and Breton, and a little more different from Scottish Gaelic, Manx, and Irish. However, the linguistic status of Cornish is far different from Welsh and Breton. It is because Welsh and Breton have still numerous native speakers that giving importance to their mother tongue; but what is the real situation of the Cornish language?

When the last native speaker of the Cornish language died in 1777, many people believed that that was the end of the Cornish language. However, today there are some people intent on preserving the rich heritage of the Cornish language. But, how exactly have they revived an extinct language?

According to the latest linguistic survey from The Cornish Language Strategy, today there are about 2,000 people fluent in the Cornish language. Today, teaching and learning the Cornish language is common again in many towns and villages in Cornwall. So, how did the people revive the Cornish language?

It is true that during the considerable spread of the ancient Cornish language in Cornwall, many non-native speaker of this language did not actually use the language in communicating with the Cornish community. However, today, due to the intense revitalization of this language, there are many linguists and translation agencies that are capable of offering Cornish language translation services.

The world is experiencing multilingualism and the international arena is dominated by major languages, which are necessary to learn for many people. So, why then do people living in the Cornwall area feel a need to learn the Cornish language where in fact English and Mandarin are dominating the world?

Many people would argue that learning the Cornish language is not going to helpful; unlike learning the English or Mandarin languages. Thus, learning Cornish could either be called wasteful or nonsensical.

Promoting and protecting the Cornish language is an integral part of preserving the heritage and culture of the Cornish community and thus, it doesn?t only promote cultural identity but it also gives a great recognition to the ancient Cornish language speakers who once enriched the community by using and protecting the Cornish language.

Although today, the world is being dominated by the major languages such as the English and Mandarin, people need to always remember that there is nothing wrong with learning foreign languages, however minor.

Why Do So Many Students Use Model Essay Writing Services For Their Academic Research? By Amanda Research

The answer to this question is relatively simple. Students use academic writing services because such services are extremely helpful to them in their studies. How are they helpful? The answer to that question is a bit more complex.

First and foremost, model essays are an excellent way to learn how to write. I've said before, on many occasions and to many people, that it doesn't make sense that we give students models in math (in the form of sample problems) and models in science (in the form of the instructor showing the students how to do the lab before they do it themselves), and yet never in writing. In writing, particularly when students pass the high school level, they are simply expected to know how to write, and write well.

This does students a disservice, because the reality is that many of them do not write well. This is not an insult. It's a fact. I can write well, but I can't landscape a yard, or fix my brakes. That's also not an insult, but a fact. So, for those students who struggle with writing (and who always may struggle with it), a model essay on a particular topic, written by a professional writer who knows what s/he is doing, can really be a guide to them in writing their own paper.

Second, model essays can help teach students how to conduct research. By reading a model reference page, for example, students will see that Wikipedia doesn't appear on the list (or, rather, it should not). Students also get a good sense of what should be on that list (e.g. scholarly journals and books). The model essay will also show how the research is used to write the paper ? how quotes are used, how material is paraphrased properly (meaning, with correct citations), and how to blend in researched material with original thought. This sort of integration of what we learn from other places and what we learn from thinking about things is a very tricky endeavor, and so having a model from which to learn how to do this can be very useful.

Finally, academic writing services save students precious time. Today, most students are not the traditional, classic picture of student that we have in our collective minds when we think of college and university students. Instead, students are married with families; they are holding down sometimes two or three jobs; they have ailing parents for whom they are the primary caretakers, or children with autism, or any one of a large number of other heavy responsibilities. Far from blowing their time on frat parties, today's students are more likely to be burdened with work and family demands upon their time. So ? is there any reason they should not lighten their load? After all, they aren't cheating by using an academic writing service. They are purchasing a model, a guide, something that will help their own writing process go much faster. Can we blame them for doing that?

There are other ways in which academic writing services are helpful to students, of course, but these are the top three. And being helpful to students is why they patronize model essay writing services. Such services ? those that are legitimate, that provide original material, and that do not rip off their own clients ? are not cheap. They come at a price that is commensurate with other valuable services and products. Therefore, students, especially those on a budget (and who isn't?) would not use such services if they were not worth it. These are some of the reasons why.

What is the Future of the Gaedelic Language? By Charlene Lacandazo

The Goidelic or Gaelic languages are one of the two branches of the Insular Celtic languages; however, until today many people are still unaware of their origin, and even their importance. Actually, the Scottish government has set out strategies in order to increase the importance and usage of the Gaelic language to the native speakers when interacting within the community and to others.

Although the Gaelic language plays an important role in the everyday lives of the native speakers, major languages such as the English affect the linguistic status of the Gaelic, especially when non-native speakers are marketing their products in the Highlands and Islands Gaelic territories. Obviously, as the world is facing globalisation, the importance of the English language is growing as well. Thus, minor languages such as the Gaelic are often dominated and overtaken in its local importance to the native speakers.

Many linguists believe that nowadays is a critical time for the future of Gaelic, and one of the most effective ways in order to secure the stability of the Gaelic language is to educate the Gaelic language speakers about the vital significance of their language.

The Gaelic language may experience a crisis or threats of losing identity in the near future, but there are some effective ways in order to prevent the threat of the demise of the Gaelic language. Increasing the usage of the Gaelic language in the community, like writing street signs in Gaelic and including Gaelic as a linguistic subject in schools can generate interest both in the native speakers and in tourists.

Nowadays, Gaelic may still be spoken in some other parts of Scotland; however, as years pass by, many believe that its linguistic importance to the society is declining as well. Thus, an immediate strategy is needed to be able to prevent the possible threat that may eventually eliminate the Gaelic language as an important factor of its culture.

Gaelic language preservation is not that easy; it involves dedication, hard work, and a long process that needs to be done consistently. Giving proper education and informing the native speakers about the massive importance of their language and how they can help in order to restore and increase the usage and importance of the Gaelic language.

Every language usually undergoes changes and development, however, not all languages have the chance to remain still and be a part of society or culture; and once a language dies, the cultural identity of a community vanishes too. Hence, proper and effective language restoration and preservation is essential to protect our culture and tradition.

Why exactly do we need a Professional Translation Agency? By Charlene Lacandazo

Any business people thinking about putting up an international company should also start thinking about looking for and hiring translation services. Although the internet helps a lot for companies to render the right message to the target audience, however, to be able to do this effectively, utilizing professional language translation services is necessary.

Today, some people may prefer to use software tools to translate their document from one language to another, but the reality is that, the result is not always that good. Seeking help from a professional language translation provider is the best idea in order to get the accurate nuances of a language.

Due to the booming industry of translation services, there are different companies that actually offer language translation services. In addition, freelance translators are also common in the translation industry these days, which usually offer cheap rates for translating documents. However, it should be noted that hiring freelance translators could sometimes be tricky.

Seeking translation help from freelance translators can be daunting, knowing the fact that they normally don?t have collaborators in making sure the accuracy of their language product. On the other hand, translation agencies usually have a whole panel of professional and knowledgeable language translators that have expertise in the particular field that your document may require.

Professional translation agencies are capable of producing accurate language documents at your convenience. Obtaining an accurate and efficient translation should not only be based on the ability of the translators but also it requires skillful and well-experienced project managers who are capable of monitoring and organizing the whole translation process in order to make it sure that end- product it will meet the deadline.
Thus, hiring a translation agency for your language document is more reliable than entrusting it to freelance translators who usually work alone during the whole translation process. In addition, a complete team of professional translators and knowledgeable project managers can definitely tackle whatever the client?s requirement for the documents are.
The very first step in order to secure the accuracy and efficiency of your language document is to seek help from professional and reputable translation agencies. In addition, checking the background and checking their website is a helpful way to ensure the credibility and professionalism of your hired translation service provider.

Due to the increasing multilingualism of the world, language translation providers are vital to be able to bridge the linguistic and cultural gaps of the every country, without which communication will be vague and impossible. Thus, utilizing translation services is significant and essential in language communication.

A Short History Of The American Clock By Andrew Clayton

A VERY SHORT HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN CLOCK

Clockmaking in America started in Philadelphia, around 1702 when a British clockmaker, Peter Stretch emigrated there. Another craftsman, James Batterson, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1707, moving to Boston shortly afterwards, followed him out.

Quite a number of German clockmakers arrived around 1750, and their influence on American clocks lasted over 100 years, particularly in small details such as the use of Lantern Pinions in their movements.

The Grandfather clock was made in America in small numbers from just after 1700, becoming more popular after 1750. Up to 1810 the movements were made of brass, often imported from Britain, after this date American mass-produced wooden movements were used, with the occasional brass movement.

Another British clockmaker, Thomas Harland, was working in Norwich, Connecticut in 1773. He had around twenty apprentices hand making clock movements, one of these, Daniel Burnap, eventually started on his own, and later trained Eli Terry, who later became the first person ever to use mass-production for clocks. A particular success was his wooden grandfather clock movement, due to the low price.

Known in America at the time as eight-day clocks or thirty hour clocks,
New York imported large numbers of complete British clocks. Other cities imported movements and sometimes brass dials, and local American craftsmen made the wooden cases.

The painted dial for grandfather clocks started to be produced in Britain from 1772, and after the Revolutionary War these dials were exported to America. Ten years later American artists started producing painted dials. Two of the best, Spencer Nolan and Samuel Curtis went into partnership, Nolan and Curtis became the first major American painted dial producers, based in Boston, Mass.

Another well known artist was William Jones of Philadelphia, he worked from 1825 to around 1845, when the market for grandfather clocks collapsed, due to the large numbers of much cheaper shelf and wall clocks now being made and sold all over the country. This happened in Britain too, around the same time and for the same reason, imports of low-cost American and German clocks and a change in fashion.

Two major factors influenced the production of clocks in America, in Britain clocks of all types quite happily existed alongside each other for many years, but in America after the Revolutionary War the new spirit of free-enterprise and a sense of personal freedom meant that each new clock type to come along drove the older models out of use, so they stopped being made very quickly, in favour of the latest model.

The other major factor affecting the clock trade was that carbon steel was unknown in America before about 1850, so there were no clock springs available and weights had to be used, which of course had a major affect on clock design. A few makers used brass springs for a time, and Joseph Ives developed the "wagon spring" clock, using a small version of the same springs used on carts and carriages for suspension.
Both the brass spring and wagon spring driven clocks are now rare, and keenly sought after by collectors today.

In 1810 Eli Terry sold his clock factory to Seth Thomas and Silas Hoadley, and started to develop a new shelf clock. This clock would be complete with a case, Terry realised he could make a profit on both movement and case, and a finished clock could be sold all over America.

Buying land and a factory building in Plymouth, Conn. In Dec 1812, his new clock was in production by 1815. This clock was about the size of a Grandfather clock hood, and had a similar look with swan-neck pediments on top (often called a scroll-top) and three brass finials mounted on square blocks. Two fine columns ran vertically on both sides of the door. These features gave the clock its name, "Pillar and Scroll Clock."

Eli Terry employed Chauncey Jerome in his new factory for a few years, and then he left around 1816 to set up a small shop for himself. Terry also had an agreement with Seth Thomas, still in the old factory bought from Terry, to make these new clocks on payment of a small royalty. Terry later claimed he never received any payments from Thomas, and they had a grand falling out over patent infringements.

The pillar and scroll clock was the first clock ever to be mass-produced, both Eli Terry and Seth Thomas produced around 12,000 clocks each in 1825. The clock sold well right through the 1820?s but by 1832 production ceased as new case styles appeared.

Three of the giants of early clockmaking in America, Seth Thomas, Eli Terry, and Chauncey Jerome all knew each other well, lived close together, and worked together frequently, especially when developing machinery for mass-producing clocks.

There then followed a huge variety of case styles, still the same movement inside, although by 1840 the wooden movement had stopped being used for the most part.

The "half column and splat" clock appeared about 1831, with a robust fuss-free case that did not damage in transit as easily as the delicate pillar and scroll clock, it rapidly replaced the previous model.

There were almost as many clockmakers as case styles, to name them all is outside the scope of a short history, (there were16 clock factories just in Bristol) but it is worth mentioning the seven major clock manufacturing
companies who grew over time, all in Connecticut:-

Seth Thomas, New Haven, Ingraham, Ansonia, Waterbury, Gilbert, and Welch/Sessions. The Ansonia Clock Company alone had 45 different models and 14 different movements available in 1870 - - - -

I will finish by listing just a few of the models available from 1810 to 1910: -

Pillar and scroll, column and splat, the banjo clock, shelf clock, beehive clock, steeple clock, sharp gothic, four column steeple, the Ogee, the double candlestick, cottage clock, the Venetian, the gingerbread, the drop-dial wall clock, the octagon drop-dial, the regulator, the Waterbury Augusta, and on and on - - - - - -

Although mass-produced, many of these clocks are beautiful works of art, and well worth considering collecting, most of them are reasonably priced due to the sheer numbers made and sold in America and Europe.

This article, with photos, can be seen on page 5 of my website at the address below.

Andrew.

How to Develop and Improve Writing Skills of EAL Students By Daphne Coleman

For students taking up English as Additional Language (EAL), one of their primary concerns is develop and improving their writing skills. True, learning how to write is much tougher than just learning how to speak. Writing skills are harder to come by, since formal compositions typically needs appropriate use of the English language ? grammar, syntax, spelling punctuation and others. They really have to develop and improve their writing skills. So, how can EAL students develop and improve their writing skills?

One of the best ways by which EAL students could develop and improve their writing skills is by reading a lot of materials. Each material presents different writing style, writing structure and writing format. By reading those materials, EAL student could learn the different aspects of writing. Formal and academic writing differs from business and article writing. Every piece of written material is a good study tool that EAL students could take advantage of and benefit from. Reading those materials also allows EAL student to further expand their English vocabulary. EAL students will definitely come across new terms and words. By reading a lot, EAL could find out the meaning and usage of those new terms and apply them in their writing tasks.

Aside from that, reading a lot of materials allows EAL student to learn more about the world they are into, thereby enabling to adjust more to their new environments.

Another by which EAL students could develop and improve their writing skills is by applying what they learn ? by writing. Just like how runners improve their running speed and stamina by running, EAL students could develop and improve their writing skills if they write a lot. Of course, they should not write blindly as this would result to nothing. When writing, EAL students should set goals to achieve. For instance, an EAL student may aim to get better in writing expository articles. He could achieve that aim if he obtains knowledge on how to write such articles and if he actually tries to compose one.

EAL students could develop and improve their writing skills by having some persons who could guide them on the way. They need to have somebody tell them if what they are doing is right or if they are making good progress in developing and improving their writing skills.

EAL students have no choice but to develop and improve their writing skills, mainly because it is a requirement on their field. If they cannot develop and improve their writing, they could be better off if they quit being EAL students. But they are not without ways to develop and improve their writing skills ? reading a lot, writing a lot and being guided a lot.

Educational Research in Social Settings: Why Perfect Research Is Impossible By Kim Writers

Introduction

In one of her writings, Griffiths observes that educational research can never be perfectly done. Why she says so can be well understood and even agreed with if one has some knowledge of the field of research, including educational research specifically conducted for furthering social justice. Indeed, Griffiths has been involved for many years in the research for social justice and she feels strongly about social justice as being the ultimate desirable outcome of sociological research. It is difficult not to agree with her views. As a student who has put in several years of schooling and having been involved in a couple of educational research projects while at school, I must agree and support all that she has to say on the subject. This paper relates my own experiences during two research projects and how that experience corroborates the post-modernistic outlook of expert academics like Griffith.

Problems of Research in Social Settings

In order to understand the import of Griffith?s observation, it is necessary to first know about research in social settings, which are ever changing. It is also necessary to mention certain characteristics that generally govern all research studies. Social research is usually concerned with qualitative research although some statistical applications may often be needed for analysis. Any social research involves humans and necessarily depends for success on various factors like social attitudes of researchers and the researched. For example, the commitment of a participant or researcher may present problems during the course of the research. Again, the researcher may feel torn between gaining the trust of the participating subjects and revealing to them only as much as conducive for the research. There is also the question of power and empowerment and how this can influence relationships between researchers and the researched and in turn influence research outcomes. Relationships include those between research sponsors and researcher, writer and readers, etc.

The scope and outcome of a research study also depends on finance and sponsorship. An institutionally sponsored one can be promoted by the large amount of finance available, yet be inhibited in direction and content by the power of the sponsors to exercise control over the entire process. An individual or a group of individuals conducting research on their own are severely limited by low finance and institutional support, although they can be more independent in their research outlook. However, such individual researchers often face problems in accessing critical information resources whereas a sponsored effort could have helped access large institutional databases.

The researcher?s social, cultural, political, racial or ethical bias is another crucial factor that can hamper a research study or even alter its direction. A researcher may be driven by personal gains, monetary or academically, thus circumscribing his broader research vision. Any social research depends upon trust, commitment to the research objective, the interrelationships between the individual and society at large, the need of the individual to maintain privacy, the time that a participant can give for the research, etc. Since all these are unpredictable and beyond the control of any single researcher, any research design is challenging and the entire process complex and often problem-ridden. Griffith rightly observes that research is unpredictable and not at all perfect; rely as it does on humans and social environment, both being imperfect and changeable.

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How to Research a Professional and Winning Dissertation By Lisa Writer

Writing a winning dissertation is a challenge to many students because of the time and resources required in the writing process. However, many students fail to plan in advance before engaging themselves in the writing of their dissertations. Eventually, such students produce academic write-ups that receive low or even failing grades. Indeed, it is not difficult for tutors to differentiate between a good and a bad dissertation. This essay will discuss the process of producing a successful dissertation.

Like any other activity, students must plan early in advance before starting the writing process. Writing a dissertation requires a lot of resources, including finances, sources, and consultation with the tutor. A student should take time to generate the thesis, which is the central focus of the dissertation. The thesis highlights what the students will be trying to prove or disapprove. Therefore, planning is critical since it helps the writer determine where to start and how to progress with the others parts of the paper. Failure to plan is to prepare to fail.

A successful dissertation has a definite and logical structure. The introduction tells readers what the essay will address, and it is here that the writer states the thesis of the dissertation. The body analyzes the thesis in detail, providing all the necessary evidence in support or against the thesis. This is the most important part of the writing because it sets the basis for accepting or rejecting the thesis. The researcher should be detailed enough to lead the readers to a logical conclusion. Finally, the conclusion summarizes what has been discussed in the body of the dissertation. No new details should be introduced in the conclusion. This logical format helps the writer to organize the work in a way that readers can follow the arguments and come to proper understanding of the author?s conclusion on a subject.

Professionalism is essential in coming up with a winning dissertation. The writer must engage in research to identify all the necessary literature to aid in supporting the arguments advanced in the paper. Ideas from these sources must be properly cited and referenced. Refusing to cite or acknowledge a source is unethical and a sign of academic dishonesty. In addition, the writer should give emphasis to principles and lessons from the particular research instead of concentrating on experimental data or facts behind the arguments. Additionally, the writer should identify the specific areas that should be addressed future research. It is important for a writer to go over the work and correct any mistake, including grammar and spelling mistakes. The writer should avoid log sentences, which at times might be confusing. A short sentence can communicate an idea in a logical and clear manner. Besides, the writer should ensure paragraphs do not carry more than one point.

In conclusion, it is not difficult to come up with a good piece of academic writing. Although it takes time and resources to write a dissertation, with proper planning, a student can produce an exemplary dissertation. As discussed above, it is important to generate a thesis that will guide the writer throughout the paper. In addition, the dissertation should be well structured with an introduction, a body and a concluding paragraph. The arguments presented by the writer should be presented in a logical and coherent manner. It is imperative for the writer to proofread the work to avoid grammar and spelling mistakes. Sources must be acknowledged to avoid any instances of plagiarism. Moreover, the dissertation should be handed in within the provided time. Finally, a good dissertation lays down a foundation for future research on the subject. Indeed, these elements, if clearly articulated, will ensure the writer produces a successful piece of academic research writing.

The Differences Between Undergraduate and Graduate Writing and Research By Amanda Research

On the face of it, the differences between undergraduate and graduate level writing and research should be rather obvious. After all, we expect more of our graduate students than we do of our undergraduate students. Education is a progression, something we build upon and improve upon as we travel through the years. However, just because this makes intuitive sense does not mean that the actual differences between the written products of each level of study are that clear. After all, we expect the grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and other such issues to be correct in both cases. So let's examine some of the differences that should be in play when comparing the two.

First, graduate level students are expected to think on a higher level than undergraduate students. This means the vocabulary should be more sophisticated; the thoughts should be better developed and deeper; the analysis should be stronger; and so forth. The topics don't necessarily have to be very different for each level, but the approach to, and handling of, those topics should differ. For example, an undergraduate and graduate student could each write a paper about global climate change. But while the undergraduate level paper might talk about Gore's "An Inconvenient Truth," and discuss how that movie made some excellent points, the graduate level paper might reference a UN white paper on the matter, and analyze what effect that paper has had upon international policy.

Second, graduate level students are expected to have read and written about a much wider array of subjects, and learned about a much larger variety of theorists, scientists, and other scholars in their particular field(s) of study, than are undergraduate level students. As a result, graduate level papers should include a much deeper referencing of, and building upon, those previous thinkers. It should be clear, not in a name-dropping way, but in a way that shows a true integration of a wealth of knowledge, that the graduate level student has integrated previous work and is building upon it.

Finally, graduate level writing and research (but especially writing) should show a much greater percentage of original thought than does undergraduate level writing. In the early college years, students are absorbing a great deal of knowledge about their chosen area(s) of study. It is not to be expected ? and in fact, it is often frowned upon ? that students at that level are thinking original thoughts about their disciplines. For example, it would not make sense that an undergraduate would believe he had the answer to a philosophical dilemma that had plagued philosophers for centuries ? his depth and breadth of knowledge in philosophy would simply not be there. However, by the time people are graduate students ? especially doctoral students ? it is expected that they have absorbed that knowledge and are starting to think their own thoughts that extend that knowledge base. Of course, graduate level students continue to research what others have discovered before them, but again, they are expected to contribute to their field(s), while undergraduate level students are not.

Certainly, there are other differences between these two types of writing. However, the basic idea is that much more is expected of graduate level students in the way of sophisticated writing and original thought than is expected of undergraduate level students. While not all graduate students are free-thinking geniuses, and while not all undergraduate students are mere sponges, these general guidelines apply.

Exam Preparation Tips - Memorizing Text By Shantanu Das

It?s that time of year again. The time when the bats and balls go in and the books come out from hibernation. The time every student has come to loathe. It?s exam time. Exams can feel daunting to the best of us. We all have the fear of sitting in the exam hall, looking at the question paper and feel all that we have studied turn into a jumbled mass of letters and words that don?t make sense. But here are a few ways to beat the examination blues and pass with flying colors.
? One of the first things to decide is when to start. It is always best to start early so you have enough time to let everything you studied sink in. Don?t put off studying till the last minute. Your brain needs time to digest what it just learnt and process it before it can recall it for the exam.

? Plan your schedule by making a timetable for yourself. Divide your course load so you give a reasonable amount to each subject. Allot a little extra time for the areas you find tough.

? Making notes and writing down the key points help you memorize topics better than if you just read them. Highlighting important parts of lessons saves time when you are revising what you have learnt

? Be creative when it comes to memorizing. Create a story or poem using the key words so that you won?t find topics boring or hard to remember. Abbreviations and tabular columns go a long way too.

? Organize a study group with your friends. Set a goal for the day and be sure to reach it. Studying with others is a great way to have fun while you learn.

? Don?t buckle under pressure. Keep cool and focused at all times. Worrying about the exam and being stressed out is not going to help you.

? Take breaks whenever you are feeling overwhelmed. Go for a walk or listen to music. A Good night?s sleep is a must. You can?t study if you are high strung without proper rest.

? Repetition is the key to remembering what you?ve learnt. Recall the day?s study before you go to bed.This cements the information in your brain and makes it easy to remember.

You can do it. The exams are nothing to be scared about. Prepare well and the beast won?t seem too scary anymore. The most important tip of them all is to believe in yourself.

A Plan for Success- Four Reasons Why Your High School Student Needs a Planner By Jessica Lane

High school is one of the most challenging educational stages. Not only are teenagers at a difficult age, but they are also preparing for college. High school is intended to lead the student to a college acceptance. However, a number of high school careers head south quickly. Students might not be used to the demands of this new level of schooling, coming from grade school assignments and lesson plans. They might also struggle with time management, as sports and extracurricular activities are added into the mix. While a planner won?t solve all of the student?s problems, it can greatly help them as they prepare for college. Here are just a few reasons why your high school student needs an academic planner.

1. Students stand a better chance of remembering assignments.

High school can be a whirlwind of assignments and activities. The teenager might struggle with keeping track of all of the papers and assignments that they need to do in any given week. An academic planner can act as a reminder for students. If they write down their assignments in one set place, they stand a better chance of remembering what they need to do each and every night.

2. Students practice better time management.

When a high school student has a planner in front of them, listing out what they need to do in any given day or week, they stand a better chance of practicing better time management. Sometimes students need to see the big picture in order to understand what they need to accomplish. As planners have daily, weekly and monthly sections, a student can better visualize what days will require more time on assignments and what days won?t. As a result, they can practice better time management.

3. Students build on their organizational skills.

A collegiate curriculum can be daunting for those just out of high school. Those students who go through high school without a planner might not have a sense of organization. By listing out assignments and class schedules, students are building on their organizational skills each and every day. These skills come in handy once the student heads off to college.

4. Students learn better study habits.

Along the same lines as time management, high school students who have a planner tend to have better study habits than those who don?t. If your high school student doesn?t have a planner, you might catch them cramming for exams at the last minute. This practice doesn?t always produce straight A?s on those exams. A planner gives the student more vision. If they see that an exam is coming up on Friday, they can better prepare each and every day, rather than just the day before. By placing reminders in this type of agenda to study building up to exams and quizzes, they won?t be studying for tests merely on the night before the exam.

High school can be a challenging time in a teenager?s life. If your child?s high school doesn?t supply planners, you should consider buying one for your student. A small, inexpensive one can have priceless results.

How to Write a Successful Dissertation By Kim Writers

In order to write a successful dissertation it is important that the writer first chooses a researchable topic. This means more than merely identifying an area of research. The topic must be stated in terms that narrows the research issues. If the research topic is too broad, the writer can become unnecessarily inundated with far too much information. A narrow topic will give the dissertation greater direction and structure. It will also help the writer to formulate research questions that can provide greater guidance and structure.

Once a research topic is chosen, the writer will be required to identify an applicable and appropriate hypothesis. This will generally be accomplished by a review of literature on the chosen topic. Always choose a hypothesis that can be tested and can produce observable results that can fill gaps in the literature. Therefore, as the writer reviews literature, the writer will look for gaps in the literature that can be filled by hypotheses testing. Once the writer identifies an appropriate hypothesis, the writer will be required to identify the best research methodology for testing the hypothesis. This can be accomplished by either a quantitative or qualitative research methodology or by a mixed methodology. Choosing the appropriate methodology will also go a long way to writing a successful dissertation. For example, if the chosen topic requires collecting data from remote locations, it may be difficult to conduct a quantitative research methodology as this requires the collection of data from large populations usually in the form of questionnaires or surveys. The writer may be in a better position to collect in-depth and detailed data from a smaller sample by virtue of interviews using the qualitative research method.

Regardless of whether or not the writer chooses a quantitative or qualitative approach, the writer will need to design data collection methods. For example if the writer is going to use questionnaires or interviews, a list of questions will be drafted. These questions should be informed by the aims and objectives of the dissertation and the research questions. It is therefore important that the writer prepares research questions that are consistent with the aims and objectives of the research and the topic.

Aside from planning, researching and gathering and analyzing data, the writer will be required to manage time and resources skillfully. It is therefore important for the writer to establish a timeframe for completing each task and for coordinating dates and times. For example, once the writer has some ideas of the topic he or she would like to research, the writer should immediately set aside a timeframe for conducting preliminary research of the literature. Notes should be taken. Once the writer settles on a research topic a more involved and directed review of literature should be undertaken. At this point, a draft review of literature will be prepared.

Once the draft review of literature is completed the researcher should prepare a timetable for completing each step of the dissertation. For example, it will be necessary to know just how many respondents will be participating in the study and how long participation will be. All of the necessary preparations will also need to be accounted for. For instance, for ethical reasons, each of the participant?s consent will need to be obtained before the interviews and/or questionnaires can be completed by the participants. In other words, a writing a successful dissertation takes time, preparation, hard work and attention to detail. In this regard, it is necessary to ensure that the topic chosen is narrow enough to contemplate all of the time and resources required for investigating and answering the research topic and the research questions that naturally follow from the question.

There Is No Hope of Doing Perfect Academic Research By Rita Writer

The unadorned meaning of research is ?scientific inquiry? or simply ?to search again?. The intriguing word denotes the systematic investigation to increase knowledge and understanding or simply to arrive at facts. It is the careful subject of a study to set up new information or facts about the subject matter. The researcher could be systematic, detailed, organized but cannot be perfect. The word ?perfect? on its own is ambiguous. What does this word really mean? Every researched work usually undergoes fresh scrutiny and further examination before assimilation and therefore all the research outcomes are subject to amendments. This paper seeks to confirm Griffiths 1998?s claim that there is no hope for perfect research.

Continuous editing of a single research will disqualify any research as out rightly perfect and make the claim true. For example, the research carried out by Kaka 2009 has since gone through editions more than five times. Knowledge is an abyss and a claim of reaching a ?perfect? terminal is both impractical and makes little sense. For instance, the infamous Isaac Newton had at one time claimed that he had collected a few pebbles from the ocean of knowledge, though he undoubtedly made many scientific discoveries and contributions to science. In this context, modesty should be every researcher?s benchmark and an incentive; acclamation should thus never blanket our academic quests.

It is also vital to note that research involves getting the information from other print or people, regardless of their knowledge about the issues, and it is of no interest to research whether they are familiar with the matter or not.

The method of trial and error employed in any research also indicates another great weakness of research. The data obtained through trial and error is what is termed as research. Essentially all the errors, inaccuracies, and even false information, could end up as part of the research outcome. This makes little sense and the research essence consequently disappears. This is clear in the research carried out by McLeod 2003.

Even if the research methods and techniques are changed, they will not necessarily spring forth an error-free, perfect, and spotless work. It is worthwhile to note that at times the theories, claims and the results arrived at by the researchers contradict each other, making the process ambiguous. Some results are divided, precarious, and uncertain therefore leaving out new facts that will always be unearthed with time. The qualitative research, for instance, is weak due to problems to do with research validity. The quantitative however, has errors when it comes to the data validity, the analysis, and the drawing of conclusions.

The opinions of the researchers also make the process biased. Every outcome in most cases is in the favor of the researcher. For instance, in the research by Claudia 2007, the available research on the effect of negative evidence in second language acquisition presents a somewhat divided picture with negative evidence apparently being effective for giving phenomena but not for other functions.

Concisely, there are reasonable grounds to make the conclusion that there exists no hope for perfect research. The outcomes as well as the procedure are dependent on many factors. Furthermore, human error, falsified information provided, inevitable inaccuracies, and other inevitable errors nullify the word ?perfect.?

It Is Not Easy to Research and Write a Dissertation By Tonya Writer

Writing a dissertation may not be an easy task. However, understanding the basic requirements makes it easier and less costly to write a successful dissertation. It is important first to get right the definition of a dissertation. This gives the idea of what the final work has to accomplish. Usually, a dissertation must be meant to argue for or against some thesis. The thesis is simply the hypothesis put forward. Since the dissertation has to put forward arguments either in support off or against a given position, the arguments need be both original and substantial. A successful dissertation must be well structured to include an introduction, body and conclusion; with proper grammar, sentence and paragraph planning.

The starting point for writing a successful dissertation is to plan ahead. Planning ahead is important because it minimizes on time wastage during the actual writing process. It is important to have a rough idea of the amount of resources needed to successfully complete the dissertation. These would include both financial and material resources. Planning helps in priority setting hence defines where to begin and where to finish the dissertation. Planning enables the writer to apportion adequate time to every chapter hence avoid unnecessary rush to complete writing a dissertation just for the sake of beating the deadline. This therefore is important if quality work is to be attained.

Once writing begins, it is important to exhibit both professionalism and substance. Professionalism in dissertation writing must include ethics. The writer must demonstrate original research while acknowledging and properly citing any borrowed idea. The dissertation needs to start from a clearly defined thesis. The rest of the work must comprise of original contributions that present evidence supporting or denying the position of the thesis. The evidence has to be well organized as to illustrate both critical thinking and logical coherent presentation. The writer needs to give emphasis to principles and lessons from the particular research instead of concentrating on experimental data or facts behind the arguments. In other word, published sources can only be used as references for extra details and therefore only give support to original thinking.

As mentioned in the introduction, a successful dissertation need be properly structured. It must have an introduction, the middle part, and a conclusion. The introduction must give the reader a clear view of what the dissertation is all about. The middle part comprises of critically thought out statements with supportive evidence. The conclusion is a clear summary of the dissertation findings and serves to reinforce the thesis either by supporting or denying it. It may also give a summary of alternative recommendations. It is important that a successful dissertation is one in which there is demonstration of logical and scientific way of presenting and defending every statement put forward.

Regarding the structure, words must have correct spellings. Poor spellings may alter meaning of some facts hence affect validity of important statements. Sentences need be properly structured and coherent for the reader to understand. Generally, properly punctuated short sentences are clear and easy to comprehend as opposed to very long interconnected sentences with inaccurate punctuations. Paragraphs must be logical and coherent, with each presenting a single point only. Paragraphs with more than one point are generally confusing to the reader and must therefore be avoided.

In conclusion, writing a successful dissertation requires advance planning and an estimate of the resources needed. The dissertation must be well structured to have the introduction, the body, and conclusion. The dissertation must be written with proper word spelling, coherent sentence plan and logically outlined paragraphs. A successful dissertation must have defense or evidence for every statement made. The evidence must be logical and scientifically testable so that future research can refer to it.

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Working as an Academic Essay Writer By Linda Theses

Making one's living as a professional academic writer can seem utterly glamorous from the outside. I've had more people than I can count tell me, upon learning what I do for a living, how lucky I am. They ask how they can get involved and find work as a professional freelancer, and imagine how enjoyable it would be to work from home, learn about all sorts of things, get to write about them, and make decent money in the process. Yet when I explain to them how they can find work, and give them sure-fire referrals and tips for being successful in this business, 99 times out of 100 it comes to nothing.

Why? Well, because this is a job like any other job. When people romanticize anything, they tend to lose the spark pretty fast when reality sets in. I certainly love this work, as do thousands of other professional freelance academic writers, but that's because I have never placed it on a pedestal and believed it was anything other than a job, with the pros and cons that come along with all jobs. Here's some of what I mean.

First, the good. I do get to work at home. Right now, I'm wearing stained jeans and a ratty tank top because Sunday mornings are my day to clean the parakeet cage. I'm also researching and writing a model paper that is due later this evening ? in my ratty clothes, in my home office, looking out the window at a glorious New England morning. How lucky is that? It's also lucky that I was able to write that last sentence and then spend 45 minutes taking care of some emails and finding some articles, and you would never know it, other than I told you. That kind of flexibility with time is extremely lucky.

So how does the bad come in? Well, it's still a job after all. Writing is hard work! Locating and reading research materials takes serious brain power, particularly at the upper levels of study, and especially when timelines are short. Then, to take those materials and turn them into something readable, appropriate for the project, and in line with what the client needs and has requested ? that's hard work as well. The bad category also includes such items as the difficulty inherent in finding new ways to say things you've said a million times before (e.g. finding a new spin on Othello, or figuring out new language to communicate the difference between qualitative and quantitative studies). It's possible ? we do it all the time ? but it can be hard. Such work can make the view out the window less a boon and a bit more like a tease.

And here we get to the ugly. The ugly comes, I believe, when a writer is in danger of burning out. Sometimes, writers do indeed burn out ? sometimes they don't ? but there is often that danger. Again, this is hard work ? that is why most people who express interest in it fizzle out when they discover that. So, the ugly is about things like doing word counts after writing each sentence to see if you've met the goal yet. The ugly is about being a bit fast and loose with guarding against plagiarism. The ugly is about not caring too much if you make errors or use sloppy thinking in your work. The ugly comes when a client is rude to you and you respond exactly the way you would if you were not a professional.

I've never gotten to the ugly, but I've come close, and that's when I've employed a variety of tricks to make the work fresh again for me. Unfortunately, though, I've seen others embrace the ugly, and that's when I need to distance myself professionally from them and hope they find work elsewhere.

The main point is this. Professional academic writing is a job. Like all jobs, some parts are good, some are bad, and there's always the ugly lurking in the distance. But if this job is for you, then the good will far outweigh the rest.

Language Translation Providers: How to keep your Clients Loyal? By Charlene Lacandazo

Most businesses and industries today have certain requirements and regulations that can help them enrich their reputation, in order to keep their clients happy, contented and loyal to their services. Translation agencies are just one of these types of companies that are professionally committed to keep their customers satisfied with their professional services. However, not all industries can maintain or maximize their professionalism in serving their clients.

Keeping customers happy is certainly good for business; and to be able to achieve this goal, companies need to have a tangible goal and take actions that are necessary to consistently help them aim higher on customer satisfaction, which also means convincing more customers to utilize their product and services.

Securing an excellent customer service usually results in multiple benefits that could help potentially both the service provider and their clients. Hence, it is necessary that customers use some strategies to determine which translation agency is excellent in providing translation and which don?t care about accuracy and efficiency requirements.

Quality customer services mean increased revenues, sales and reputation. When the customer service meets or exceeds the customer expectations, the customer will remain confident to purchase or utilize the company?s products and services in future business transactions.

Just like any other businesses, translation agencies are doing their best to keep track of their professionalism and they value the loyalty that their customers have given to them. Utilizing the services of a reputable translation agency is usually the first thought of everybody; however, it is still crucial for clients to conduct certain checks that could give a well-rounded picture about whether that translation agency is professional, or maybe just provide an acceptable product.

People who have had a bad experience with a company usually tell everyone else about the services or products that they received from the agency. This then creates a negative or bad name for the company that eventually costs the translation agency?s reputation. On the other hand, when clients have a positive experience and receive excellent translation services from the agency, it is most likely that will relay that information as well.

Translation agencies that provide quality services generally welcome clients? feedback or testimonies, which are helpful to the company, because they help it improve their customer service even more. Translation agencies should study the feedback, particularly negative comments, that some of their clients may express, but it should be an inspiration for them to truly meet and exceed customer expectation the second time around.

Any businesses should always measure and monitor their customers? feedback and loyalty. Although it is always challenging to measure the level of loyalty of the client, measuring their confidence with your service also reflects your company?s competence. Thus, ensuring your professionalism can guarantee positive results, such as the loyalty of your clients which is vital as a backbone of your business.

Food In The Classroom: Science Experiments Using Lemons And Eggs By Harvey Mcewan

For many children around the world, learning about science can be a dull and often complicated experience. However, it doesn?t have to be this way. There are plenty of ways for teachers and parents to make science fun and memorable using simple household items.

Using commonly available items like eggs and lemons, for instance, it?s easy to demonstrate simple scientific concepts such as how forces and electricity work.

Fun experiments with eggs

An easy demonstration to begin with for young science students is how to squeeze an egg without breaking it. Make sure each student has their own raw egg and instruct them to place it in the palm of their hand. Each hand should then close around the whole egg, applying pressure evenly all around it. Children who have never done this experiment before will most likely expect it to break. So if anyone is feeling nervous or scared about making a mess with their egg, give them a small plastic bag in which to conduct the experiment for reassurance. If the experiment is done properly, the egg will not break. That?s because the egg?s curved surface means that pressure distributed evenly does not cause it to crack, explaining why a hen can sit on an egg without breaking it. However, applying uneven pressure ? for instance, cracking part of an egg along the side of a bowl ? means that it breaks easily.

Another great classroom experiment with eggs helps to explain density to young students. For this experiment, you will also need salt, water and a glass that?s wide enough to comfortable fit an egg. Dissolve around three tablespoons of salt in 250ml of water to make a very salty solution. Fill a glass halfway with this salty solution then carefully top it up with plain water. The two kinds of water shouldn?t mix, so tip the glass at an angle and pour the plain water along the side of the glass so it sits on top of the salt water. Then, carefully place the egg into the glass. You will see that the egg will sink through the plain water but when it meets the salty water, it will stop moving so it floats in the middle of the glass. That?s because salt water has a much higher density than plain water, so it?s a great way to explain to children why people float so easily on the Dead Sea.

The learning potential of lemons

Lemons are also a great way to teach children about elementary scientific concepts. Start by making invisible ink with lemon juice. Squeeze a lemon into a bowl and add a couple of drops of water. Then dip a cotton bud into the juice and water mixture and use the wet end to write something small on a piece of paper ? for example, get a child to write their name. The writing will be barely noticeable. When the paper is dry, hold it close to something warm like a light bulb. As it heats up, the letters will begin to show up, making the invisible lemon ink visible. This happens because when lemon juice is heated up, it oxidises and turns brown. This experiment can also be done with orange juice or vinegar.

Another effective classroom experiment with lemons is making a fruit battery. This experiment is a little more technical so may be more suitable for older children and may need to be conducted in a lab. There are many different ways to do this experiment but you will always need a lemon, two different types of metal (like a copper coin and steel pin or a zinc-coated nail), and some wires with alligator clips to hook up to a device that will measure electric current. By inserting both types of metal into the lemon and connecting it with alligator clips to a multimeter, you can measure how many volts of electricity the lemon battery emits.

How to Get Kids Interested in School Work By Harvey Mcewan

Children can be hard to convince of the importance of attending school, doing additional reading and completing their homework. Most kids will go through a stage of being generally uninterested in pursuing an education with some getting really rebellious. As parents, guardians and teachers, it's our job and challenge to ensure this phase isn't long-lasting.

The best way to get kids interested in school work is to show them that learning can be fun. This will usually mean having to get involved, leading some activities and taking part hands-on in your childrens' experiments and discoveries. All subjects can be approached with a touch of creativity, and some lend themselves particularly well to experimentation.

Languages

Languages can be a good way to get your kids interested in school. They open up a whole new world in terms of literature and movies, which are some of the routes you can use to get the young ones intrigued.

Organise a European film night, for example. Invite some of your child's friends over for an evening of movies and popcorn but instead of opting for a well known blockbuster, choose foreign language cinema with subtitles.

When it comes to books, opt for translated foreign literature and make a point of explaining that literature in its original language can be even more exciting.

History and Geography

History and geography can work wonders to encourage kids to start learning more actively. Try to tie them in with your own family's history.

A fun task for the whole family is to put together a family tree. Go to the local branch of your national archives to dig around for interesting information about your ancestors. It's a great day out. Once home, piece together the information.

In terms of geography, invest in a world map or a globe and use pins to mark places where members of your family have lived or travelled. Dig out old photos as well, to inspire your kids to discover more about the many different countries of the world.

Science and Maths

Science and maths can seem dull in a classroom environment if no practical element is involved. But these subjects are made for experimenting!

Science experiments aren't always tricky and don't all require a large amount of preparation. Lots of items found in the home can be used to carry them out.

For example, you can use fruit to make a battery, and you can use cabbages to test acidity. Tennis balls and other items can be put to good use too.

The weather is an excellent way to start talking about science. Go out and measure the level of rainfall or run out in the snow and explain how snowflakes are formed.

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How to Employ a Teacher in Latin America By Mari Palma

There are several fundamental steps to hiring teachers to work in Latin America and they're covered below.

First you will want to start out writing a appropriate teacher work description that gives applicants a great concept of what you're looking for and what your expectations are. Here are some common areas that you can cover.

What are they teaching? Can it be math, English or something different?

Exactly what kind of students will they be teaching? You can indicate groups but it?s also a good suggestion to list out student age ranges since the grade terms & ages might be different across different nations.

Where will they be teaching? It is not only city but local community and environment. If you have a good school with a great reputation don?t be afraid to brag about it. Teachers are sometimes scared regarding a new school so that you can go a long way to make them feel at ease with the school and commute. It is true that this does not matter to many teachers however, you will also find that the caliber of applicant you receive goes up tremendously the greater amount of ?life, character & honesty? that you placed into the job ad.

What exactly do you really need? What is just ?good to have?? Typically schools result in overlooking qualified teachers with potential because the job description they write is too narrow. They have in their mind a perfect candidate but it?s often better to speak with educators with potential who are able to grow in your school program in the long run.

Simply how much experience is really required? Once again it is quite easy to just say ?experienced? but you should think carefully regarding what that number of years means compared to a talented teacher who had excellent experience or perhaps is just very talented at classroom management.

Now that you have an excellent teacher job advertisement you are able to switch over to distribution. Your best option is to find a few relevant job sites and place advertisements there. You could try to recruit yourself directly but often ends up being more successful. A well-written ad on a popular teaching job forum will produce a high number of prospects. If you want to be more selective then just placing 2 or 3 ads should give you more than enough people.

If you are searching to employ teachers locally in your country then it?s also easy & free to post an employment on ad on the local craigslist education portion. That could provide you with more volume in certain countries but since it?s free isn?t really a big deal.

When you are reviewing prospective educators, look closely at the cover letter. Any teacher, particularly English teachers, should take the time & care to create a strong resume cover letter. If they skip over this portion then you can be assured that they applied to many jobs before yours and don?t possess any serious interest in the school.

After you?ve made certain that they are 1) considering your school 2) able to write a good cover letter and 3) meet your minimum requirements, it?s time for the interview. It?s a good idea to invite a number of teachers to interview that you expect just to ensure there aren?t any ?stars? whom you overlook simply because they don?t have much experience. Finally, don?t be reluctant to do short Skype interviews to help you work through a number of candidates quickly without spending cash on travel.

Teaching English Jobs in European Countries By Amelie Bernard

If you're an qualified or experienced English teacher then it should not be too difficult to find a job in Europe. In spite of everything, everyone in the European Union really needs some English eventually. Therefore there is a lot of work to be had but the trick is getting these jobs teaching English in a location that you will really love. The more well-known the city or country, the more levels of competition you'll encounter for each and every job opening.

How could I get an English teaching job in Europe?

If you are able to work in a wide variety of countries and scenarios, then you might need to consider commencing with some of the TESL web sites. You may search these web sites to cut down the various countries & roles for you to start teaching. You will likely be competing against other teachers seeking work however, if you have carried out a considerable job preparing your CV and do well in the job interviews, it's really just a matter of time before you will be offered a teaching position.

If you prefer to have a head start on applying, you should also sign up for new job e-mail notifications from TeacherHit - a modern job site that targets just on teaching jobs in European countries.

In case you are dead set on finding a job teaching English in the more well-known European countries then you certainly may also wish to think about just switching to your preferred city first before you even have a job. It seems like risky to move abroad without having a promise of work but the reality is that in a fast-moving city, there are lots of English teaching jobs for native speakers that come up quickly and are filled quickly. If you are already in-country, interacting with teachers, DOS's (Director of studies) & students then these opportunities can just fall into your lap. Plus if you are already in the country, it reveals an advanced level of determination and will make the school much more comfortable hiring you.

Just when is the right time to apply for European English teaching jobs?

To prepare your teaching transition to Europe, make sure you are being attentive to the school calendar. English programs and classes are likely to start in September and set off until the summer, June or July. Although do not forget that is just when the school year starts. If you would like be working that year you'll need to be running earlier than schedule and time your move closer to mid to late August. Schools & employers will often need to hire instructors immediately as other educators do not renew legal contracts or agreements in late summer. You may not wish to miss out on your chance by arriving too late. The months are totally different but the same idea applies at the end of the calendar year. As schools have winter breaks, it is another time when job hiring happens.

Exactly why be an English teacher in Europe?

None of this information will be specially helpful to you if you don't have a passion for teaching or for the European country that you want to relocate to. To acquire a teaching job in Europe you will need some organization, CV writing and actual persistence to get a job. Before you purchase your plane ticket & make the big jump you should definitely ask yourself if you are ready to make the transition, leave behind friends and loved ones and make a big change in your way of life. One of the most successful English teachers are those that can enthusiastically answer Yes to all of those items.

Teaching English in European countries is actually a good way to see different countries, discover culture, drink delicious beers and discover more about yourself. The work itself is sometimes disheartening and at in other cases incredibly satisfying. However it always requires patience and passion for helping others to learn. Even when the job only requires that you be a native speaker, you must consider every aspect of the job before making the decision. It can be a life-changing experience that you should pursue if it is something that interests you.

Sporting Excellence at Independent Schools in Scotland By Harvey Mcewan

Choosing whether to send your child to an independent or a state funded school is a difficult choice for any parent. There are many factors to take into consideration, not least of which is the cost involved with independent schools, but one of the main advantages offered by these schools is the long history and traditions of sporting excellence and as such the sporting facilities that reflect this. In an age when parents are increasingly concerned with the lifestyles and health of their children, these facilities combined with the culture of encouraging sporting success, can be a huge factor in the final decision on where their child should be educated.

The sporting success of independent schools at producing world class athletes has been highlighted in recent years with the success of privately educated athletes at the Olympics. In Beijing over 50% of Team GB's medals came from athletes educated at independent schools meaning that despite just 7% of the UK population being privately educated, they equated to over half the total medals. This trend was again apparent at the recent London Olympics with nearly 50% of the gold medallists being an independently educated athlete.

For Scottish athletes specifically this figure is slightly more balanced but again the trend of sporting success for independently educated athletes was reflected in that, while fewer than 5% of Scottish children are being educated at independent schools throughout Scotland, 30% of the Scottish medallists in London were (including triple gold medallist Chris Hoy).

While many may decry this disparity in sporting achievement, and should attempt to address this imbalance by improving sport in public schools, it is a clear indicator of the sporting benefits currently offered by independent schools in Scotland.

Although these statistics only highlight the benefits at the very top end of sporting achievement, in general independent schools (by offering a wide range of sports, the best facilities and passionate coaching) encourage children to reach there sporting potential at whatever level that may be. Most independent Schools will have their own indoor sports halls, Astro Turf pitches, football, rugby, cricket and hockey pitches. Many can also have their own swimming pools and some, even their own golf courses.

There are currently 104 independent schools in Scotland all of which can offer a whole range of facilities.

If you are interested in sending your child to an independent school in Scotland, most offer information on facilities, courses and fees online but make sure you also take advantage of open days and fully explore your options.

Essay Writing - Newness Not Shown in Guides Or Even By Tutors By Joseph Grut

A structured writing outline will be necessary for your skillful essay writing paper. Whether it can be school research paper, school term paper or perhaps a simple compare and contrast essay paper, the same algorithm sign up for the preparation levels of essay writing. You ought to spend time and effort into this level as it may absolutely increase the structure in addition to the rate of your respective task. It will be possible to make greater arguments and link your ideas more readily, end having a smarter decision and thus apply the English terminology to convince and even describe convince much better.

The first crucial action would be to cautiously look at the material you have to add to your essay. The essay will likely be produced from a certain dilemma, and even will need a certain form, just like contrast and compare or evaluate.

This means it is important to write specifically regarding thing is going to be expected from you or how you'll be able to talk about this issue or answer the issue to the best of your ability. Do you know the most important issues to resolve? Where can I get proof as well as information to write research paper? What research, ideas as well as details will I try to aid my personal answer to get a research paper homework? Questions like this are critical to ask yourself.

Right after you have assigned your current college essay some idea, the next step is to devote points to essay papers. Develop a mind map and then insert the dilemma in the midsection. Think about what your personal term paper paper is requesting from you, then think about ways to put within the central subject. You may have to get details, research and also assisting arguments, and then in this case ensure that this knowledge is distinct or very much relevant to the question of the essay paper crafting.

With the outline it is advisable to use information to use in the essay. As soon as you're pleased with the method, it is a good idea to waste a bit longer considering to observe if you're able to add additional info or alternatively add vital points that could have disregarded or perhaps even ignored. What are some related stories which might help to describe your own niche? Do you know the most questionable or even personal concerns regarding the subject? Vital concepts produce interesting college essay papers.

It may be not enough to produce useful material for the research paper. The information should be structured in the correct way in order that it's obvious, practical and easy to determine. And this requests you to structure and therefore focus on your current information.

With research papers it is advisable to have lots of genuine thoughts to include.