Monday, September 17, 2012

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Monday, August 27, 2012

Free Appropriate Education - Really?

Our nation prides itself on providing a free and appropriate education for every child in the United States. The funny part is, the education is not free... technically our tax dollars are going to provide quality educational programs for our children. But, did you know that the United States was evaluated under the "Global Challenge 2012" on its education systems and ended up with a grade of 76.5? With all the school systems in the United States, Maryland was number 1, but the score was only 87.8... and Massachusetts coming in second with an 84.2 this really is not saying too much about the education system of the United States. Well, let's take an in depth look on what kind of education our tax dollars actually help to fund.
According to the dictionary, education is the act or process of imparting or acquiring general knowledge, developing the powers of reasoning and judgment, and generally of preparing oneself or others intellectually for mature life. Now, in regards to this definition are our schools preparing our children for real LIFE in what we know as a traditional classroom setting? Now, don't get me wrong, I highly agree that the basics of reading, writing and arithmetic are vital parts of education because without them our children cannot convey and communicate their knowledge and ideas. But, society has taken away another vital part of education, and that is the part of experiencing culture and diversity through knowledge of the arts and music, developing social skills through play out at recess and taking out Physical Education (P.E.) therefore, creating obese children. So, is this an appropriate education? Does this type of education benefit all children?
Let's explore the traditional classroom learning experience... it is typically very direct instruction with drills, repetition, and the model of sit still and be quiet. However, not all students learn best in this manner. Every child has a specific learning style and the typical classroom does not necessarily accommodate how each individual child may learn. Not to mention, classrooms today are quite overcrowded and learning can be quite difficult for most students due to the fact that individualized attention is almost obsolete. Therefore, how do we close this learning gap?
I have to say, no matter how much learning is done in the classroom environment, the core of all learning begins at home. Therefore, I have to say communication between parents and teachers is a great necessity. Also, if the children experience issues not being able to adapt to the traditional classroom model, alternative methods should be considered. If a consensus cannot be agreed upon, then possible outside academic support such as a tutor might be necessary.
As you can see our education system has a lot of gaps and much room for improvement, but unless budget cuts cease, more teachers are hired, class sizes reduce, and they bring back music, art, recess, and P.E. our education system along with our youth are going to continue to decline. Please take this issue very seriously and do not let your child be left behind. Please make sure that learning does not stop in the classroom and continues in the home. And, if they are having any sort of problem, do not wait too long to get them the outside support that may be needed.

Thursday, August 16, 2012

School Facilities Determines Students Academic Performance

The development of any society is dependent on the general level of education attained by its population most especially the youths. It therefore means that the educational system must be flexible, functional and optional enough to have something to offer to all members of the society including the youths, adults, privileged and the less privileged. The desire to meet the educational needs in particular those members of the under privileged is now a major challenge to the educators over the past years.
Education brings about a change in the manner of conduct of an individual which makes him to present himself as a responsible, sagacious and dependable member of his society. Education is regarded as an activity which gees on in the society with its aims depending on the nature of the society in which it takes place. It is a process through which an individual is trained to become useful to himself and the society at large with the acquisition of the cultural values and norms of the society. It occurs at all stages of life and can occur anywhere, but for the purpose of this study, the focus shall be on the type of education acquired in the school academic environment otherwise known as formal education. A school is a place like home where learning activities takes place and it comprises of individual from different cultural background which live and interact together as a cohesive community with a major common objectives and purpose for learning. It is a place where a learner acquires specialized knowledge and skills needed for their survival and to promote their innate capabilities for learning.
The school prepares an individual for future adult roles, the purpose of the school is mainly to serve as a channel for acquiring knowledge and skills and to enhance the full all round development of an individual. It is therefore necessary for instructors and school administrators to ensure that the school academic environment does not deviate from its main purpose in the sense that instructors control and maintain the type of activities that occur in the school environment in terms of extracurricular activities.
The schools exist because of the students. The quality of the student's performance depends on the quality of the school in terms of availability of required and adequate infrastructural facilities in such a school. Schools with well equipped facilities and well experienced personnel tend to produce brilliant students who show the ways for others students and lead them in various stages in Life. It could therefore be said that the performance of the students depends on the school facilities, which in returns determine their future lives. Parents and guardians should be encouraged to send their wards to schools with well-equipped facilities because it will result in better future for their children.
This fact has been proven to be true as the performance of some students from well equipped facilities schools differs from other students who are in school with less equipped facilities. Availability of required learning facilities in schools enhances student's academic performance. When learning materials are provided, learning activities proceed at a very fast speed. In a situation where the learning environment is not conducive, academic activities proceed at a low rate which then result in poor academic performance of students in promotional and certificate examine. And such is the case of four students of Ifako International School, Ifako, Ifako-Ijaye, Lagos State Nigeria.
Two of the students performed excellently in the competition as Olatide Wright and Torsho Dennis of the senor secondary school came second and fifth respectively in the Gessomate art competition. Adefoluso Orimalade and Soremekun Ibrahim of the junior secondary school came third and forth respectively. This level of performance does revealed the states of Ifako international school as a school with well experienced teachers and adequate faculties suitable for teaching and learning purposes and ideal school for parents who wants the best education for their children. The students are the image of the school and the school cannot exist without the students, the students produced by each school give or show the real image of the school in the society. The school should help provide the required materials and regulates the activities of all extracurricular activities within the school environment so that effective learning activities can occur.
Academic excellence is the desired of every school owner. The quality of teaching and learning that takes place in any educational establishment determines the level of academic excellence. In other for effective teaching and learning process to occur within the school academic environment. There must be provision of required learning aids such as conducive school physical environment, well painted classroom, adequate chairs, moderate distance from an industrial area to prevent unwanted noise and well experienced teachers. Things don't just happen; they are made to happen. All concerned bodies of education should ensure that all the aforementioned criteria are seriously considered so that the desired educational goals and objectives can be achieved and thus ensuring better future for our children.

Thursday, August 9, 2012

What Are The Benefits Of An Online Education

Getting an education is not for everyone, but has proved to be a great option for thousands of people. Some people enjoy being on campus, in a classroom and having direct connection with an instructor. For them, a formal education is best and that works for them. Others would rather fit an education around their convenience and take education at their pace. What's great is that both are available and both are continuing to grow in size and funding, so there are plenty of options.
If you are deciding to go the online route then you probably want to know more of the benefits. There are several benefits, many that will spark your interest and encourage you to pursue an online education further. So, what are they? Find a pace that favors you and stick to it. Most formal education is structured with one pace and everyone must follow. However, this does not work for most people. To be able to structure your own pace is one of the greatest perks of being educated online. It helps students grasp material easier and helps students obtain better results. So, if you would like to select your own pace, then select online education. How much money would you like to save? Most online programs are much cheaper than tradition education on a university campus because they don't demand the fees that tradition education does.
Also, you don't have to go anywhere and spend money on transportation. Sit down at home with your computer and save money because you didn't have to travel. What type of schedule do you have? Some people are required to work strange hours for work and they can't make it to classes. With an online education, you can complete the course work when you have time. So, whenever you finish working and are settled in at home, get started with your course work. It's easy to fit education around other things in your life. Scheduling is not an issue. If you have a family, don't miss a single second with your kids and spouse. Complete course work after you put the kids to bed or after a date with your spouse. It's easy to have a family and be educated at the same time.
So, how does it sound to you? Sounds pretty good doesn't it? Online education is one of the fasting growing ways to get educated and it's improving life across the globe. Start looking for online programs today.

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Steps to Carry Out the Research Projects (BTech)

Steps on: How to conduct a Research Work and complete a provisional Project Report?
EXERCISE-A
I. Select a broad area of the study and of interest to the mankind.
II. Preferably select the area from the areas of the Academic Discipline.
III. Dissect the broad area (Selected) in order to identify the Sub-Areas for the study.
IV. Further dissect the selected area into subareas as discretely as possible.
V. Finally concentrate on on those areas/sub-areas which would probably be time constraint,finance constraint and expenditure constraint by the process of elimination.
VI. Finalise a sub-area that could be managed within the known constraints.Keep in mind that there should be good scope for the study in that field.
VII. Within the chosen sub-area,formulate the Research Questions for which there is a scope of getting/finding the answer(s).
VIII. These questions finally form the basis for the research questions which could also be converted into a research statements.Formulate also the sub-objectives (if any).
IX. Plan for the Literature Review,Instrument Construction,Data Collection,Data Analysis,Draft Report and finally Final Report.
X. Double check at each and every stage of the work by comparing the theory and also the practice,
EXERCISE-A
1) Broad Area of the Study
2) Academic Discipline
3) Sub-Area (After Dissection of the Broad area )
4) Constraints
5) Specific Research Questions
6) Specific Research Objectives /Statements
7) Main Focused Areas of study
8) Sub-Objectives of the study
9) Relevance of the study & Practice
10) Contributions to the Existing Bodies of the Knowledge
11) Contributions to the Practitioners of the same Field
12) Contributions to the Program Development
13) Contributions towards the Policy Formulation
EXERCISE-B Variables Identification Procedure.
1) Concepts
2) Indicators(s)
3) Variable(s)
4) Units of the Measurement (s)
5) Operational Definition of the Study -Population
I. Literature Review
1) Literature Review
2) Contents Involved
3) Time FrameRequired
4) Cost Involved (in Rupees)
5) Technical Expertise Required
6) Knowledge Gaps.
7) Skill Gaps
8) Any Other (s)
II. Instrument Construction
1) Literature Review
2) Contents Involved
3) Time FrameRequired
4) Cost Involved (in Rupees)
5) Technical Expertise Required
6) Knowledge Gaps.
7) Skill Gaps
8) Any Other (s)
III. Data Collection
1) Literature Review
2) Contents Involved
3) Time FrameRequired
4) Cost Involved (in Rupees)
5) Technical Expertise Required
6) Knowledge Gaps.
7) Skill Gaps
8) Any Other (s)
IV. Data Analysis
1) Literature Review
2) Contents Involved
3) Time FrameRequired
4) Cost Involved (in Rupees)
5) Technical Expertise Required
6) Knowledge Gaps.
7) Skill Gaps
8) Any Other (s)
V. Draft Report
1) Literature Review
2) Contents Involved
3) Time FrameRequired
4) Cost Involved (in Rupees)
5) Technical Expertise Required
6) Knowledge Gaps.
7) Skill Gaps
8) Any Other (s)
VI. Final Report
1) Literature Review
2) Contents Involved
3) Time FrameRequired
4) Cost Involved (in Rupees)
5) Technical Expertise Required
6) Knowledge Gaps.
7) Skill Gaps
8) Any Other (s)
EXERCISE-C Construct the Hypothesis (Assumptions/Assertations/Ideas/Relationships/Situations)
1) Objective(s)/Research Questions
2) Objective(s)/Research Questions
3) Hypothesis to be Tested
4) Instrument(s) for the Testing
5) Any Others(s)Remarks
EXERCISE-D Study Design Conceptualization
1) Type of the Design-Cross Sectional Design,Longitudinal Design,Experimental Design,Comparative Designs.
2) Reasons for the Selection,
3) Strengths of the Design
4) Strengths of the DesignStudy
5) Population Details
6) Respondents Identification
7) Sample Selection Details
8) Any Others(s)Remarks.
EXERCISE-E Develop a Research Instrument
Rules for the Questionnaire Formation:
Formulate the Questionnaire by
1. Examining the sub-objectives.
2. Examing the Research Questions.
3. Examining the Hypothesis.
4. Identifying the required Variables.
5. Identifying the information required to be addressed.
6. Formulating the scope/objective in-order to obtain the new information.
1) Specific Objective(s)
2) Specific ResearchQuestion(s)
3) Hypotheses
4) Type & Kind of the Information Required
5) Identification of the Variables
6) Formulation of the Questions for the Questionnaire.
EXERCISE-F Sample Selection
1) Population Types
2) Population Size
3) Mode of the Sample (Population)Selection
4) Strengths of the Selection
5) Limitations of the Selection
EXERCISE-G Data -Analysis
1) Software for the Analysis
2) Variables for the Analysis
3) Varibles Cross-Tabulations
4) Statistical Procedure for the Variables (Selected )
5) Major Variables Construction
6) Any Others(s) Remarks
EXERCISE-H Develop a frame of the analysis.
1) Software for the Analysis
2) Variables for the Analysis
3) Varibles Cross-Tabulations
4) Statistical Procedure for the Variables (Selected )
5) Major Variables Construction
6) Any Others(s) Remarks
EXERCISE-I Develop an outline of the chapters.
1) Main Theme of the study
2) Task Objectives
3) Chapter Headings
4) Chapter Numbers
5) Any Others(s) Remarks.
EXERCISE FOR EVERY STAGE (Self-Check Questionnaire)
1) Relevance of the Scope of the study,
2) Relevance to the Discipline /Interest of the study.,
3) Relevance to the Inter-Disciplines,
4) Relevance to the Objectives of the Study,
5) Relevance to the Research Questions of the study,
6) Relevance to the pursuits of the study
7) Relevance to the Adequate Resources,
8) Available Relevance to the study populations,
9) Relevance to the Conclusions/Discussions/Results.

Thursday, July 19, 2012

Why Get An Online MBA?

First, let's understand the reason why most people are pursuing an MBA. Many don't have any education in business, but are stepping into careers or being promoted to new positions where they need to know more about the business. So, these people are pursuing higher education to continue in their field or obtain a new position. However, many of these people are not interested in stopping work to go back to school. Many want to pursue an MBA while they continue work. This is where online MBA programs come in handy.
Online MBA programs allow professionals to continue in their field and not lose great work experience or salary. Also, they keep professionals from relocating, which becomes a great hassle and added expense. Why get up and leave something good when you can pursue an MBA from the comfort of your home? Well, you don't have to because many schools are starting online MBA programs and they fit any schedule.
How does it work with your schedule? Well, it does require more discipline on your part. To commit to coming home in the evening and do some extra work for your MBA. You can take the program at the speed you prefer, which is one of the greatest advantages, and allows you to be flexible. Some people have more demanding careers and cannot handle much education, but want to pursue an MBA, and they can. Scheduling is one of the greatest advantages of an online MBA program.
Stay where you are in your career and where you live and get your MBA at the same time. That's what online MBA programs do for you. They don't require you to step foot on a campus or spend any extended time away from your career or home. This is perfect because you are trying to work hard, improve in your career, and gain more education. You don't need to move away for another year or two for education, just to move back. Stay at home, grab your computer, and get your MBA.
Many professionals are reporting that this program is extremely helpful and is increasing their ability to perform at work. Not only will it provide quality education and insight, but it could provide a promotion and increase in salary, which is always a bonus.
Get started by searching for online MBA programs. You will be surprised by how many are available. All it takes is you inquiring and signing up. Soon you will have an MBA and be on your way to greater accomplishments in your profession.

Thursday, July 5, 2012

Ocean - The Body of Water That Makes Land Inhabitable

Ocean is the body of saline water that occupies the large majority of earth's hydrosphere. It is divided in to five areas, namely Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic and Antarctic. The word sea is also used in place of ocean but predominantly, the seas are inland saline bodies of water. 71% of the earth is covered with this vast body of saline water.
The average depth of this massive body of water is 12430 ft and the volume of water you find there is 1.3 billion cubic kilometers. There are 230,000 species of marine life living in the ocean. Since some of the deepest areas of the ocean are not completely explored, the number of species could go up to two million in case these areas also explored properly.
The total mass of water on earth is 1.4X10²¹Kg. This is only 0.023% of the total mass of earth. Out of all the water present on earth, only 3% is fresh water. The rest is ocean. The bluish color of sea water is due to several contributory factors but the presence of dissolved organic matter and chlorophyll are the main contributors.
Travelling on the surface of oceans dates back to prehistoric times but travel under sea was only possible after the development of modern technology. The deepest spot of the ocean is found close to Marina Islands in the Pacific Ocean. It is estimated to be 10,971 meters deep.
Ocean currents are responsible for climate changes on earth. It also regulates the carbon dioxide content in the atmospheric air. Heat from the tropics to the Polar Regions is transferred through the ocean. While the cold and warm air is transferred to coastal areas from the ocean even the precipitation is brought to coastal areas from the sea.
It is believed that life in this vast body of water started 3 billion years prior to the start of life on land. Fresh water needed for this inland life is supplied through evaporation of water from the sea. The cycle continues in order to sustain life on land.
Ocean is even important for economy. Most of the transportation of goods is done by ships with the use of sea routes. There are ports all over the world to facilitate this process. Even food is supplied by sea by way of fish, crabs, shrimps and lobsters. Catching them and processing has become an important industry for some countries in the world.

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Vice President Kills Former US Secretary of the Treasury

"Sir, I challenge you to a duel!" While these words today are a joke, and at most would give you the opportunity to slap someone with a glove, not so long ago these words meant serious business. Since the dawn of time, men have always had the urge to show their male dominance. And what better way to accomplish this than by a potential deadly duel? But dueling could not be over a quibbling matter, no, dueling was reserved as a way to restore honor to one's name.
I just started reading Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation, by Joseph E. Ellis, and the first chapter tells of the most famous duel in American history. In reading, I ran across a passage which informed the reader of the probability of injury. "But the inherent inaccuracy of a projectile emerging from a smoothbore barrel, plus the potent jerk required to release the cocked hammer, ignite the powder, and then send the ball toward its target, meant that in this duel, as in most duels of that time, neither party was likely to be hurt badly, if at all." (1) I also found numerous other sources that indicated the same notion. "The chance of dying in a pistol duel was relatively slim. Flintlocks often misfired. And even in the hands of an experienced shooter, accuracy was difficult." (2)
If this was such an ineffective way to duel, why even take part? I realize that the chance of dying is possible, but like all sources state, not likely. It almost amounts to dueling with billiard balls, which two Frenchmen did in 1843. (3) I am guessing that neither of these gentlemen died-well, not from billiards dueling anyway.
The Burr-Hamilton duel, which would become the most famous duel in America's history, took place on July 11, 1804. This duel, which took the life of Alexander Hamilton, would forever change the country's opinion on dueling. Dueling, just as slavery, was a nasty, customary element of the era. The custom of dueling started in medieval times and came to America, with the Pilgrims, on the Mayflower. Only one year after establishing a colony in Massachusetts, in 1621, Edward Doty and Edward Lester had a sword duel. The punishment for this "crime"?-the two men spent one hour with their ankles tied to their necks. I would say the punishment hardly fits the severity of the crime.
In researching this topic, I ran across several stories about the duel between Andrew Jackson and Charles Dickinson. This 1806 duel led to the death of Charles Dickinson and an injury resulting in a lifetime of pain for Andrew Jackson. Andrew Jackson-yes, Old Hickory himself-fought in many a duel, and was known to leave a few lifeless bodies in his wake. In the earlier referenced PBS.org source (2), there was a quote, "In the eyes of many, Jackson's behavior amounted to little more than murder." Not only had he killed a man in this duel but he also broke a rule, which by today's definition would label him as a cheater. This leads me to a question. Let's say that Republican Nominee for President, Mitt Romney, participated in a duel in his younger years. Would he be elected president? Would the press not make this issue the issue? I think so!
Interestingly enough, somehow this history of dueling turned into a political survey and not so much a history lesson. But I digress. As America became a civilized country dueling, like slavery, would be seen for what it truly was and like slavery be abolished.

Thursday, June 21, 2012

Interesting Facts About Pyramids

A pyramid is one of the earliest forms of massive monumental architecture built by humans. Pyramids are shaped like big three-dimensional triangles, with larger bases narrowing towards the top; this architectural design is extremely durable, as can be seen by the numerous examples still preserved after thousands of years.
The Chakra Pyramid:
I have selected the crystals that align with each major chakra of the human energy body. They are Jasper (Root Chakra), Hematite (Sacral Chakra), Citrine (Solar Plexus), Rose Quartz (Heart Chakra), Aquamarine (Throat Chakra), Amethyst (Forehead or Third Eye Chakra) and Clear Quartz (Crown Chakra).
The Queen's Chamber Pyramid. This new pyramid contains a chamber that is modeled after the Queen's Chamber within the great Pyramid of Giza and is specifically designed to increase the effects of your meditations, manifestations and energy cleansing.
KX-Coil Pyramid:
This is the upgraded Krypto-Xeno pyramid. Includes a precision-machined copper coil to assist the flow of orgone throughout the pyramid, adding to the tube-torus energy field. The coil smoothes the energy, eliminating the "edge" effect sometimes felt by pyramid users. All pyramids are available for sale.
Power Pyramid:
The Power Pyramid is also known as a "Holy Hand Grenade." It is a very useful metaphysical tool. The Power Pyramid, or Holy Hand Grenade, is essentially an "Orgone Creator." Orgone, a term coined by the late Wilhelm Reich, refers to the smallest hypothesized sub-atomic particle: the energy and substance of life itself.
Exactly Power Pyramid:
The basic function of the Power Pyramid is to recycle dark, sick, negative orgone (life energy) into light, healthy, positive orgone. The configuration of the quartz crystals inside the metal/organic matrix allows this to happen. This energy-regenerating quality can be used to refresh and heal the energy of a person, room, office or entire house.
Just place your Power Pyramid in a room where you feel the energy needs to be improved. If you place one in your bedroom, miasms and stuck negative energies may be cleansed during the night. The device will protect you etherically, as dark entities cannot stand to get near it. Put a Power Pyramid on your desk at work to repel your boss's or co-workers' negative energies from your aura.
Also, you should quickly see an increase in your dreams and psychic activity. It is definitely happening for me, and I continuously receive good feedback on this!
Look like of Power Pyramid:
The Power Pyramids currently come in five colors. The Power Pyramid is 4.534 inches high and 5.376 inches square at the base, and weighs approximately 2.5 pounds. The pyramid is approximately 60°.
The dimensions were determined as follows: The base of each side is the square root of ((phi^pi) X (pi^phi)) = 5.376 inches and the height is (phi^pi) = 4.534 inches. Thus maximizing the use of the mystical numbers of pi and phi.
Important Disclaimer:
The Power Pyramid is a meditation aid. It is NOT a medical device. It is NOT intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness. If you are ill, or have a serious medical problem, please see your doctor, chiropractor, naturopath, acupuncturist, herbalist, or other healer. I urge you to use your own common sense and inner wisdom in deciding on a health care regimen that feels right to you personally.
Some of the effects are:
Food kept under a pyramid will stay fresh for two to three times longer than uncovered food. Artificial flavorings in food will loose their taste, but natural flavors are enhanced.
The taste of foods change; they become less bitter or acid. Spectrographic reading of the treated item will show a change in the molecular structure.
The pyramid will dehydrate and mummify things, without decay or mold growing.
There is also a slowing or complete stopping of the growth of microorganisms.
Kirlian photographs show the aura to be significantly brighter after a 15 minute exposure period.
Pyramid research:
Bill Kerell is a researcher who experimented with pyramids for about 17 years. He has done many experiments using brine shrimp. Brine shrimp usually live 6 to 7 weeks; but under the pyramids. Two German scientists, Born and Lertes, also discovered that this frequency was in the microwave range.
A lot of work has been done with individuals who meditate. The theta and alpha brain waves are increased. These frequencies are also higher and the signal strength is twice the 9amplitude of normal. Dr. Carl Benedicks (a Swedish scientist) discovered that the pyramid produced a resonance or frequency inside it. Two German scientists, Born and Lertes, also discovered that this frequency was in the microwave range.
Researchers discovered that items placed under a pyramid stay "charged" for various lengths of time after being taken from under the pyramid. Crystals and water keeps their "charge" longer than anything else.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

An Eye Opening View Of How At-Risk Children Learn

How can we understand how children of At-risk communities learn if we do not understand the child? The child is the community and the community the child, just the way their environment and parents are. This may mean a little more time, effort and plenty of dedication; but show me one child who is not worth it.
In order to understand how children of At-risk communities learn, we must define the social term: At-risk. This could be a lesson in itself. Scholars have given many definitions for the term. Some say it describes children and youth living in poverty-stricken neighborhoods. Some define At-risk as the absence of either one or both parents. Still there are those who say the term has no definition and are simply used to place labels on certain groups.
My definition of At-risk is any person, place or thing that impedes the progress, growth or development of a child. This may be the absence of a parent, the lack of wealth or simply the dedication of an educator for teaching a child.
If you hear a child use the word "ain't", do you stop and correct that child by using and teaching the words "are not" or "isn't?" Do you continue doing what you are doing? In an article by Prevette Research, two-thirds of the estimated one-hundred and thirty million children in the world have no access to primary education.
Environment and economics have considerable influence in society. Rigorous wealth and severe poverty are some of the issues society face today. I would place the lack of education high on the list of social issues.
Ninety-five percent of children of At-risk communities, including infants, toddlers and children of pre - school age are on a Government- subsidized program. There are those who suggest that there should be more teachers of color in At-risk communities. I think this is a cop-out for the lack of dedication. It does not matter if you are a person of color or not, there is no excuse for lack of dedication. Whether you are a neighbor, a relative, a school teacher, clergy or parent, we are all educators. Remember: Parents are the first educators.
The children of At-risk communities also communicate differently. They lack the benefits of social graces and etiquette. Fortunately, there are children who are privileged not to have seen this side of life.
Let's do a comparison:
Example 1:
Children who are taught social graces and etiquette may greet you by saying, "Good morning, how are you?" A child coming up from an At-risk community might say "What's up?" and they are okay with this because this is what they hear daily.
Example 2:
Demonstrate by placing a cup and saucer combination in front of a child who has been taught social etiquette and he or she will be able to tell you the correct names of each item and their usage. Place the same cup and saucer in front of a child from an At-risk community and he or she may ask, "What is this for?" and label the saucer as a plate. This is because they have never used nor seen it used before.
Example 3:
The children of At-risk communities learn their alphabets and numbers around the ages of three and four, but learn to appreciate music around the age of nine months; simply because they live this daily. While they are learning to appreciate Rap and Hip Hop, the children of higher social standards are learning to appreciate Beethoven and Mozart. Social graces and etiquette should be a pre- requisite for elementary education. Social graces and etiquette empowers children to know how to behave properly in society. It demonstrates a level of respect, not only for others but for themselves. The children also learn to be considerate of others. It helps them understand that others have feelings. They learn how to greet and be gracious using words like, please, thank you and excuse me.
Social graces and etiquette enhance their desire to learn and feel better about themselves. Unless these children of At-risk communities have parents who practice social graces and etiquette or a teacher who is instilling these valuable lessons in them, they will never understand, know of, or experience this valued knowledge. This would be a major injustice to them as well as to society.
I personally know environment and economics play an enormous part in the lives of At-risk children in how they live and learn. I must say experience is the best teacher. I have lived in At-risk communities all my life and have taught children of At-risk communities for thirty-two years. There is one thing I have learned and experienced in those thirty-two years of teaching- What you give to them, they will give back.
Education is more than just the ABC's of learning or reading, writing and arithmetic, it is knowing who you are teaching and exemplifying knowledge to those you serve.

Thursday, June 7, 2012

College - Tips For Choosing a Course of Study in College

Getting accepted into college can be a very confusing time. That is if you're not certain what to pursue. With so many courses and specialties to choose from, how do you know which is best for you?
Choosing a course of study should be carefully measured to avoid wasting four years on academics that will be useless once you graduate. Numerous studies conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics point to 60% of graduates working outside their majors. What does this figure signify? It either means low employment rates in the field, or students pursuing another field of passion.
Here are tips for choosing a course of study in college:
  • Income - Research what's the average income in the field. Many students do not think about how lucrative a degree will be. However, the bottom line of getting a degree is to earn financial security.
  • The Job Market - The Bureau of Labor Statistics provides in-depth insight into job prospects for different fields of study. It usually includes a ten year forecast, and as an example, specific technology jobs like Network And Computer Systems Administrators can anticipate a median salary of $69,160, with a 28% growth between 2010-2020.
  • Student's Interest - What did you want to become when you were growing up? Do you still have that dream? Chances are, students will be much happier working in a field they're passionate about. Aside from financial benefits, the student's core values, interests and beliefs will translate directly into the field of work. Confucius was right when he said "Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life."
  • Take a Personality Quiz - Experts recommend this test to determine if students are better suited working as a blue or white collar worker, based on his or her personality and interests.
  • The Factor of Time - Some courses require a greater timeframe for completion. Examples include degrees related to medicine and law. As a new student, it's important to figure out if an extended course length will be an issue, and whether dedication is key.
  • Talk to a Pro - Who will better advise all the necessary procedures to take, in order to select the best course for students' careers. Each online college should house a counselor for this purpose.
Rather than having a change of heart half-way through the online university program, students can begin by weighing these options to make the most practical choice.

Thursday, May 31, 2012

The Profile of 2013's Free Schools

The UK Government has recently announced that 102 prospective free schools have been given the go-ahead for 2013. It displays an increase in the adoption of this particular government initiative and so it is perhaps an appropriate time to look at what this means for the landscape of the English schools system.
Now in its third year, the initiative is certainly becoming more popular. The approval system had given permission to 65 schools last year, of which 50 will open this September (2012). The first batch of pioneers in September 2011, however, only consisted of 24.
Who is Setting Them Up?
Of the 102 new free schools eligible for 2013 there is a mixture as to who is/will be behind their establishment. They are all being set up by either those in the education profession already or local communities but the full break down is as follows:
59: Existing education professionals; including teachers, headteachers, educational organisations, existing schools and universities, of which:
  • 5 are private schools converting to free schools to access public funding
  • 2 are backed by universities
43: Local community groups; including charities and, parent groups
What Are They?
The majority of free schools being approved will be defined as mainstream schools, however there are a number of specialist schools being set up alongside these, as would be expected due to the remit of free schools to satisfy particular local education needs. The schools can be defined as:
85 mainstream schools, of which,
  • 40 are primary
  • 28 are secondary
  • 10 are all through (primary and secondary)
  • 5 are for 16-19 year olds
  • 1 is for 14-19 year olds
  • 1 is for 5-7 year olds (i.e., reception school)
12 alternative provision schools for those who are unable to attend mainstream schools
  • 5 special schools
  • 2 are all through
  • 1 is primary
  • 1 is secondary
  • 1 is for 14-19 year olds
Perhaps most controversially for the opponents of free schools in particular:
33 are religious schools, of which,
  • 20 are faith schools which will be permitted a degree of selectivity in their admissions based upon religious beliefs
The relatively high proportion of religious schools in the mix can be seen to bear out the concerns that religious groups will be more able and more likely to set up free schools. The belief is that this results from the fact that they are likely to already have access to the infrastructure as well as the organisational structure they need to get them up and running, in contrast to private individuals attempting to form organisations themselves from scratch.
Where Are They?
The largest concentration of schools will be in London (34, 1 in 3), followed by the South East and North West. Although one of their aims is to improve the education possibilities in particularly deprived areas, the North East only has 3 opening despite its higher than average levels of depravity. Interestingly there are pockets of the country where there are no new free schools opening at all such as in: the southern counties of Wilts, Dorset, Somerset & Hampshire (including the Isle of Wight); the central midlands (around Warwickshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire etc); South Yorkshire down into Derbyshire; North Yorkshire across into Cumbria.
The full breakdown by region is:
  • 34 (33%) - London
  • 16 (16%) - South East
  • 12 (12%) - North West
  • 10 (10%) - East of England
  • 9 (9%) - South West
  • 7 (7%) - West Midlands
  • 7 (7%) - Yorkshire and Humber
  • 4 (4%) - East Midlands
  • 3 (3%) - North East
The DfE's own research suggests that the Independence awarded to Academy schools in general is yielding dividends with their results seeming to outstrip the rest of the sector whilst the success of their US counterparts in New York also bodes well. However time will tell whether these burgeoning free schools can continue that success and fulfil their remit to plug the specific social and educational gaps in their local areas.

Thursday, May 24, 2012

Forensic Science: The Basics

With a large number of criminal investigation shows on TV such as CSI, Criminal Minds and Bones, many people have become fascinated with the forensic science profession. Many do not realize, however, the hard work and dedication that this position requires. Not only is this field extremely competitive, but organizations that work with people in this field look to hire only the best. With that being said, the educational requirements are beginning to get stricter as more and more people are trying to break into the field.
The forensic science field, otherwise known as forensics, includes the use of an extensive range of sciences in order to answer questions that the legal system has, usually regarding a crime of some sort. The legal system turns to them for help with identifying and convicting criminals. It their examinations and findings of forensic data that regularly verifies whether or not the suspects in a crime are guilt or innocent. Their responsibilities include observing the information and evidence of a crime and writing down their findings in order to provide a statement of their discoveries to a court of law. Other tasks include performing physical and chemical investigations on criminal evidence provided by some type of law enforcement organization which can be found at the scene of a crime, on a victim, in some cases, both. People in the forensic science field use an assortment of problem-solving techniques, mathematical ideologies, intricate tools, and microscopic probing methods to clarify the particulars of each part of evidence from a case.
There are a number of different positions that someone in the forensic field can have. Some work in strictly in laboratories testing all the evidence that was found, while others work directly at the scene of the crime in order to collect their analysis. Focuses of the area include clinical work, research, communication, computer sciences and much more. Some people in forensics chose not to specialize in a specific area, but would rather be considered a generalist. Most that choose this option are involved in a number of different tasks involving forensics or are involved in a new or rare forensic area of expertise.
Most people that are in the forensic profession work directly with the law enforcement run by city, county or state governments. If people are lucky enough, they can also work for several federal agencies including the Federal Bureau of Investigation; the Secret Service; the Drug Enforcement Administration; the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms; the U.S. Postal Service; Health and Human Services; and the Criminal Intelligence Agency. Additionally, forensic scientists may be employed by other organizations outside of the government. They may chose to work in private forensic labs, medical examiners offices, hospitals, toxicology labs, medical examiner or coroner offices, colleges and universities, or as independent consultants.
People in forensics have a tough occupation and in order to stay current on all the new technology and methods, they are often encouraged to take a path of higher education. Unfortunately, the education and training requirements are different for every forensic position and for every state, but almost everyone in the forensic profession has earned at least a bachelors' degree. Many chose to earn their bachelors' degree in biology, chemistry or physical anthropology if their college of choice does not offer a forensic science program. An important factor that people interested in the forensic science fields should know is that the title of the degree they earn is not nearly as important as the courses they take throughout their education. Prospective forensic scientists should take college courses that give them experience in a lab and technological setting, such as biology, chemistry, physics, quantitative analysis, toxicology, computer sciences, psychology, criminal justice courses and statistics.
Depending on the forensic position someone is looking for; they may also be required to further their education by enrolling in a graduate program. Most graduate programs are more specific and will include different divisions of forensic science; therefore, this is the time when most students decide what to specialize in. Many programs allow students to focus on areas such as forensic archeology, forensic pathology, or body identification. Many times, labs require a person to get a masters degree for advanced positions in the forensic field such as a lab technician leader or supervisor, or someone who specializes in DNA analysis or ballistics. Most positions only require a masters' degree; however, people who are interested in teaching should continue on to earn their PhD. Also, everyone in the forensic field are expected to continuously update their training in order to maintain their various certifications and to keep current with all of the new tools, technology and techniques used in the field.
And now, higher education institutions have made it even easier for people to earn a degree in forensic science. A number of schools have created online degree programs that allow students to earn their associates, bachelors or masters degree without having to ever step foot on a college campus. Online programs allow students to complete their work on their own time, which is great for those people who have a full time job, or a family and do not have time to attend class through a traditional college setting. Online programs also benefit students who live in areas that do not have a college nearby. Students could possibly earn their degree from a college that is all the way across the country, if they wanted. That means that students have more options for deciding what degree program is right for them and will give them the best quality education for their specialty. Also, many times online degree programs cost less than a traditional degree program and take less time to complete.
Public Service Degrees has recognized that many people desire the opportunity to go back to school, so we have teamed up with a number of regionally accredited colleges all across the country to help those people reach their goal. All of the programs we offer are 100% online and are offered by colleges that are known for their quality education. Public Service Degrees has several programs specifically for people interested in forensic science, such as a BA Social and Criminal Justice-Forensics or an MBA in Criminal Justice.

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Natural Dyes - An Age Old Process Goes Back to Eco-Friendly Roots

Around since ancient times, the process of dyeing textiles has strayed from the natural to environmentally damaging. Pigments from crushed plants rubbed into cloth evolved into use of boiled water mixed with crushed fruits, wild berries and plants to distribute color through fabric. This allowed for a broader range and a more steadfast color on the fabric. With the development of high tech fabrics (nylon and polyester) that do not readily absorb the color from dye water baths, came the creation of synthetic dyes using toxic chemical compounds and heavy metals to more readily 'wash' the color into the fabric.
The use of an exorbitant amount of water for fabric dyeing has continued in today's processes. It is estimated about 75 gallons of water are needed per pound of fabric. Dioxins and mordants (mineral salts that create a chemical link to adhere the dye to the fabric) are part of the toxic run off from synthetic dye processes that find way into ground waters causing damage to rivers, lake and oceans. Approximately 1/5 of industrial pollution stems from textile dyeing. Another key factor in the dyeing process is temperature. Large amounts of energy are used to heat the dyes. Many synthetic dyes are highly toxic to workers, and may cause adverse health effects to those who wear dyed clothes. Problems caused range from skin rashes, headaches and muscle pain to breathing difficulties and even seizures.
Dye Types
The two major types of dyes are natural and synthetic. The natural dyes are pigments extracted from natural substances such as plants, animals, or minerals. Synthetic dyes are chemicals synthesized in a laboratory some of which contain metals.
Synthetic Dyes
Synthetic dyes fit into different classifications as follows;
  • Basic - are water-soluble and are used with a mordant. They are not color fast and are generally used for treating fabrics that have already been dyed with acid dyes.

  • Direct - adhere without mordants. They are not very bright and have poor colorfastness.

  • Mordant or Chrome - are acidic in character. To get the needed bonding actions, sodium or potassium bichromate is added to the dye bath.

  • Vat - are insoluble in water and cannot dye fibers directly but need an alkaline solution for them to adhere to the textile fibers.

  • Reactive - react with fiber molecules to form a chemical compound. They are applied with an alkaline solution and sometimes heat treatment is used for creating color shades.

  • Disperse - are water insoluble. These dyes are ground into a paste or powder that gets dispersed in water dissolving in the fabric fibers.

  • Sulfur - are insoluble and made soluble by the help of caustic soda and sodium sulfide. Dyeing is done at high temperature with large quantities of salt so that the color penetrates into the fiber.

  • Pigment - need resins and high heat to adhere to the fabric.
The most dangerous and damaging to humans and the environment are Azo Dyes. The largest group of synthetic dyes, they are manufactured using a crude oil base. When put in contact with saliva or perspiration they can release aromatic amines that cause a health concern as they are carcinogenic and easily absorbed into the body.
The least eco damaging of the synthetic dyes are the Low-Impact Fiber-Reactive. These chemically adhere to the fibers of the fabric creating a strong bond hence less dye is wasted in water runoff. Being an expensive dye to use, it is also better to reclaim the dye from the used water rather than discard it. Lower temperatures needed to apply these dyes make them less energy intensive than azo dyes. Low-impact dyes typically do not contain heavy metals or toxins but are still synthetically made from petrochemicals. Not affected by saliva or perspiration they are safer to use than azo dyes but still should be avoided by the chemically sensitive. Because of the wide range of colors that can be created, eco aware clothing companies choose low-impact fiber-reactive dyes to remain environmentally conscience.
Natural Dyes
Natural Dyes consist of colors extracted from plants, earth clays and insects resulting in less harm to the ecosystem. Although they still require metallic salts- aluminum, iron, chromium, and copper- to ensure the color stays on the fabric these benign salts are environmentally friendly.
Most natural dyes are Vegetable Dyes made from plant sources - roots, berries, bark, leaves and wood. The mordants required to adhere them to fabric are again benign salts. Vegetable dyes take a large quantity of dye to thoroughly color fabric and the impact to the environment is dependent on the raw materials used. If the raw materials came from areas heavily fertilized, the impact to the environment is greater. The key is to find natural sources or organically farmed sources which eliminate the negative environmental impact.
One of the most eco-friendly dye ingredients is Clay or Dirt. Clay and Dirt Dyes use minerals and irons from the earth avoiding the use of synthetic ingredients. Sources can easily be found that yield a consistent color. Beautiful colors can be achieved by blending different clays and adding pigments available in nature. Modern developments have improved the colorfastness of this form of dye. The process does not need any form of salt, only natural or biodegradable materials are used to improve the clay's natural dyeing abilities. There is no negative environmental impact including harm to waterways.
Make an Eco-friendly Dye Choice
The purest eco-friendly choice of color textiles is to choose those made from color-grown cotton or natural color wool from sheep and alpaca. But for those of us who like pizazz to our fabrics there are healthier and more eco-friendly alternatives when it comes to dyeing textiles. To avoid environmental damage from toxic waste water runoff and possible health issues steer clear of fabrics using synthetic dyes especially those using azo dyes. Search out color textiles from natural dyes looking for fabrics like organic cotton that use clay dyes or sustainable fabrics like bamboo that use low-impact dyes. Fabrics colored with Natural Dyes come in an extensive palette of beautiful colors while maintaining an eye toward a healthy environment.

Friday, May 11, 2012

Francisco Pizarro Biography

Francisco Pizarro was born in Trujillo, Spain, the illegitimate son of Gonzalo Pizarro who is an infantry colonel and a soldier of some distinction and Francisca Gonzalez. He was wholly neglected by his parents and was never taught how to read nor write. Due to his lack of formal education, his first job is herding his father's swine. Pizarro is also a distant cousin of Hernan Cortes.
On November 10, 1509, Pizarro left Spain in quest for the New World on an expedition to Urabi. He joined Alonso de Qjeda on a disastrous expedition to Colombia. He then accompanied Vasco Nuñez de Balboa in his journey to the Pacific Ocean while he was in Hispaniola in 1510. Pizarro later on arrested the condemned Balboa from the order of the famous explorer's rival, Pedrarias de Ávila. Pizarro then settled down as a lord of Indian serfs in Panama.
Pizarro remained a conquistador having no conquest. He went into partnership with another famous explorer, Diego de Almagro and a priest Luque in quest for the tales of fabulous kingdoms in the south. They were able to fit out a small expedition, of which Pizarro took command.
In 1524, he sailed southward but went no farther than Quemada Point. The three made an agreement which was date March 10, 1526, that all lands, treasures, vassals that they will be discovered will be divided equally between them, Pizarro, Almagro and Lugue. They then organized a second expedition which consists of two ships and they set sail for the South Seas. They have discovered Peru, Pizarro returned to Panama carrying with him many ornaments of gold and silver, specimens of wooled clothes of silky texture and brilliant hues, and lamas or alpacas which they obtained from the natives. Because he was not able to find in Panama a sufficient number of volunteers, he returned to Spain in 1525 and narrated his discoveries before Charles V and his ministers. He described the wealth of the territories and showed the gold and silver ornaments as a proof.
The emperor ordered him to establish a province of New Castile and undertake the southern conquest. So he returned to the New World with his half brothers, Gonzalo, Herando and Juan Pizarro, his cousin Pedro and Martin de Alcantara. They set sail to Peru at the end of 1530 together with his 180 men, of whom 27 were cavalry. Within ten years, Pizarro made the empire of Peru his own.
In 1537, Pizarro's rivalry with Almagro led to a conflict. Cuzco was taken over by Almagro after one of Pizarro's half brother; Juan Pizarro was killed during a revolt. Pizarro wasn't able to fight because of his age, so he sent his brothers to Cuzco to fight Almagro. They killed Almagro but as retaliation, Pizarro was assassinated by one of Almagro's followers in June 1541. Pizarro lived a life of violence and he died a violent and a bloody death.

Friday, May 4, 2012

Technology Based Innovations Capable of Changing the Face of Education

Traditional form of classroom learning is fast giving the way to technology based learning. Different technological innovations like educational CDs, mobile devices, interactive devices, educational software systems and distant learning have proved to be beneficial. These innovations engage each and every student and establish better learning mediums.
If you own a school, you will soon feel the need of integrating these technological innovations with the existing education system. If you have a store dealing in educational products, you must know how to make profits with advanced learning products. Here is a useful discussion in this regard.
Educational CDs
The simple concept of educational CDs is to offer information in an interesting format using audio and video capabilities. The traditional form of textbook learning has constantly failed to trigger the interest of all the students. It is better to teach and explain graphically, with the help of a number of examples. From nursery rhymes and phonics games to mathematics and science lessons, everything can be made interactive and easy to understand using these educational CDs.
Interactive Whiteboards
The technologies like resistive touch screens, electromagnetism, infrared lasers and many others have made interactive whiteboards as great learning mediums for the students. The products can help disabled students to participate in collaboration with other students. Just like educational CDs, these boards make learning extremely interesting by integrating different components. Collaborative engagements of students and mutual discussions are possible with whiteboard presentations. Other technology based products used in conjunction with interactive whiteboards include stylus and projectors.
Laptops and Tablets
In the past few years, the potential use of mobile devices in classroom learning has been identified. These technology products replace the traditional text materials for better performance outputs. Moreover, they are as good as educational CDs in grasping knowledge. The students can browse information related to any subject or topic instantly and prepare better notes, projects and presentations.
Cameras
The use of different types of cameras to enhance classroom learning is in its nascent stage. One good example is that of document camera that can be used to display different documents on large screens. Digital cameras are also being suggested to help the students take pictures related to their lessons and projects.
Distant E-Learning
Finally, the concept of distant learning has been significantly improved with the help of e-learning. These setups allow the students located in different countries to attend classrooms and lectures at distant universities and institutes using web technologies. The internet and use of conference tools and technologies make it possible for the students to ask questions and queries and indulge in group discussions. At the same time, they have the access to the online resources to search for any particular topic simultaneously. Online books, encyclopedias and research papers can be accessed that definitely contribute towards effective learning.
From the educational CDs for primary classes to laptops, cameras and whiteboards for higher class learning, the technological innovations have certainly set numerous milestones. Manufacturers all across the world are engaged in improving the features and functionality of these products.