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- Continuous Learning - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2008 from Brian TracyThroughout the developed world, we have moved from an era of manpower to an era of mind power. We have moved from the use of physical muscles to the use of mental muscles. Today the chief sources of value in our society are knowledge and the ability to apply that knowledge in a timely fashion. ...
Views: 1995 - Learn English Writing - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2008 from Maysaa BazbouzThe English language is being used everywhere. Just look around you see and hear it on television, it’s used in the business world from the blue-collar worker on up to the Presidents and CEO’s of major corporations. Students use it as they learn to read and write in the English language. The ...
Views: 1100 - Listening - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2008 from Gregory DrambourPeriodically, I do radio-interviews for my book, The Woodstock Bridge and they want a high-speed answer regarding what it's about. It's about listening. This has been a theme in last month with many clients and even in my own life. All shifts in our life come from two places: insights and ...
Views: 599 - Children Educational Programs: Why They Are Important - by Submitted on May 20, 2008 from Preeti NarayanEducation is a key to successful and happier future. That's why every parent like you wants to give best education to their children. A good children educational program helps you in this task. They help your children to learn better and achieve more success in their education. Children ...
Views: 587 - You Can Learn To Speak English At Home! - by Submitted on May 17, 2008 from Maysaa BazbouzEven if you are a complete beginner to the English language, it is possible to learn to speak it at home. There are many good reasons for learning to speak, read and write English, one of the most important reasons is that it is used so widely throughout the world, even the majority of sites on ...
Views: 2149 - Sewing Fabric Store - Getting the Materials And Supplies You Need - by Submitted on May 08, 2008 from Korbin NewlynAs a hobby sewing has become a thing of the past as we rush along through the day having everything ready-made, to wear, eat and use. Nevertheless, parents hoping to inspire their kids creative side by sewing new wardrobes for their personal toys or they wish to create special items for their ...
Views: 878 - Taking A Sewing Class - Reliving A Long Forgotten Hobby - by Submitted on May 06, 2008 from Korbin NewlynHave you ever indulged yourself in sewing? Was it to fix a button that was loose or tuck in the seam of a dress? The majority of people don't remember the last time that they needed to use a thread and needle in their hands. Once sewing was a main occupation of at least one member of every home, ...
Views: 1155 - *** 7 New Learning Discoveries To Raise A Smarter Child - by If you’re serious about wanting a smarter child in brain, body and spirit, here are 7 new learning discoveries to give your child an advantage in school, home and life.
1. There Is More To Smart Than A High I.Q.
I.Q. scores are very limited and frequently used to measure a gap between ...
Views: 2863(1 vote) - Technologies You Never Thought Of - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from Deepa SayalTechnological Innovations are cornerstone of today’s lifestyle. The people have also turned to tech freaks and look up to advancements in technological life around them. They are always keen to know about the new technologies that will add to the digitalization of the world. This feature will ...
Views: 532 - When In Rome, Why Not Let The Romans Teach You? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2008 from daniel changIn Huangshan (黄山), southern Anhui province in Eastern China, Fu Shou-Bing logs on to the computer in the public library near his village. Since discovering ECpod.com, the retired High School Chemistry teacher has been logging on almost every day to the English-Chinese teaching ...
Views: 653 - Definition: Learning Objectives - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Shelly WalkerLearning is the acquisition and development of memories and behaviors, including skills, knowledge, understanding, values, and wisdom. It is the product of experience and the goal of education. Learning ranges from simple forms of learning such as habituation and classical conditioning seen in ...
Views: 5256 - Definition: Learning Theories - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Shelly WalkerIn psychology and education, learning theories are attempts to describe how people and animals learn, thereby helping us understand the inherently complex process of learning. There are three main categories (philosophical frameworks) under which learning theories fall: behaviorism, cognitivism, ...
Views: 14114 - Definition: Learning Styles - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Shelly Walker"Thought," in a general sense, is commonly conceived as something arising from the stimulation of neurons in the brain. Current understanding of neurons and the central nervous system implies that the process of learning corresponds to changes in the relationship between certain ...
Views: 5896 - Definition: Adult Learning Disabilities - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Shelly WalkerLearning Disabilities tend to stay for life. Remedial teaching teaches children 'coping skills' so that the child is able to function despite the learning disabilities. As a learning-disabled child grows, he becomes more aware of his shortcomings and this causes frustration. Added to this is the ...
Views: 1280 - Definition: Learning Problems - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Shelly WalkerImagine having something very important to say but you just can't get your thoughts across or make the person understand what you are trying to convey. You may feel bombarded by sights and sounds, unable to focus your attention. You may not need to imagine this, you may understand it. You might ...
Views: 769 - Book Review: Learning in Adulthood: A Comprehensive Guide - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Learning. Learning is the act of gaining knowledge through study, instruction or experience. Pat Wyman is the Official Guide to Learning. Learning in Adulthood: A Comprehensive Guide, by Sharan B. Merriam, Rosemary S. Caffarella ...
Views: 1643 - Book Review: The New Update on Adult Learning Theory: New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Learning. Learning is the act of gaining knowledge through study, instruction or experience. Pat Wyman is the Official Guide to Learning. The New Update on Adult Learning Theory: New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, ...
Views: 719 - A Lesson About Learning - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Craig HarperOne of my favourite quotes about learning: "In times of change the learners shall inherit the earth, while the learned find themselves beautifully equipped to deal with a world that no longer exists." Eric Hoffer. So true and so relevant for those old arrogant, ignorant dinosaurs who stopped ...
Views: 864 - Book Review: So Each May Learn: Integrating Learning Styles and Multiple Intelligences - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Learning. Learning is the act of gaining knowledge through study, instruction or experience. Pat Wyman is the Official Guide to Learning. So Each May Learn: Integrating Learning Styles and Multiple Intelligences, by Harvey F. ...
Views: 2141 - Book Review: Learning Disabilities: From Identification to Intervention - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Learning. Learning is the act of gaining knowledge through study, instruction or experience. Pat Wyman is the Official Guide to Learning. Learning Disabilities: From Identification to Intervention, by Jack M. Fletcher, G. Reid ...
Views: 1169 - Book Review: Making Sense of Adult Learning - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Learning. Learning is the act of gaining knowledge through study, instruction or experience. Pat Wyman is the Official Guide to Learning. Making Sense of Adult Learning, by Dorothy MacKeracher, is a valuable resource for people ...
Views: 1419 - Basic Tutorial On Learning Chinese - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2008 from islam khalilThe best way to undertake the contest of learning Chinese is to identify your reason and motivation for learning the language, as this will help you focus on the things that you should look out for. The psychological trigger of paying for books, resources, lessons, teacher all motivate the ...
Views: 778 - Learning Chinese, Are You Motivated? - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2008 from islam khalilWith businesses now rushing to People’s Republic of China (Mainland) and many Chinese immigrants establishing their business and life in foreign countries, the influence of Chinese culture is obvious in all the major cities of the world. People’s Republic of People’s Republic ...
Views: 645 - Child Education: Are Your Children Scoring Poor Grades? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2008 from Preeti NarayanChild education is important for successful future. Hence it is natural to feel worried when our children do not perform well in studies. It is even more natural to glare, scold and shout at them. But all these actions don't really help to improve children's education. More probably, it will ...
Views: 703 - Finding Your Genius - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from FSB AuthorsI built and rebuilt several businesses from 1974 to 1984. I was determined to become an entrepreneur. Just like a baby who stands and falls a number of times before learning to walk, I stood and fell a number of times before walking as an entrepreneur. I did this because I wanted to learn to be ...
Views: 998 - PCP-Technique To Accelerate Your Child’s Learning - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from B.K. NarayanCan every child learn fast? Yes, all normal children can learn fast and become brilliant persons. Because every normal child is in possession of a perfect brain. Your child is in possession of a perfect brain if it has learned to walk, talk and play as all normal children do. Because the ...
Views: 2009 - 10 Electrifying Ways To Explode Your Orders - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from pushpinder kandohla1. Persuade visitors to link to your web site. Give them a freebie in exchange for them linking to your web site. It could be content, software, etc. 2. Link to web sites that provide useful information or services for your visitors. If you have many useful links on your site, they may make ...
Views: 603 - Improving Your Long-Term Memory - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2008 from Hal WechslerOver 70% of students and executives we asked to rate their memory, complained it was not sufficient for the Internet Age. Like stress, everyone has it and no one can delete it without more effort than it’s worth. Stress destroys memory. Past age fifty, 90% of executives call memory loss ...
Views: 1704 - English Learning Materials - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Maysaa BazbouzThe important thing about learning, whether you are an adult or a child, is that it should always be an interesting and enjoyable activity – and our English learning materials can guarantee that. The vital thing, now that you have developed your skill in the four key areas of speaking and ...
Views: 1004 - Vocal Performance And Cabaret - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Chrys PageI want to talk today about the art of Cabaret performance. I need to make an important distinction right now. The concert or stage setting may not be the training ground for performing Cabaret, for I believe that the only way to understand how to connect with the audience is to get closer to ...
Views: 1658 - Drawing With The Help of Visualization - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Jan HackettMost pieces of artwork start with an outline drawing whether you are going to do a watercolor painting, portrait, pet portrait, landscape or seascape or any innovated art piece. Outline drawings are used as an effective tool to start simple sketching, cartooning, can be used for the beginning ...
Views: 674 - Evaluation Customer Attitudes - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from bill wilsonI have learned the basic skill of need satisfaction selling process: PROBING, SUPPORTING AND CLOSING...bUT THE SELLING PROCES involves more than just PROBING, SUPPORTING, AND CLOSING. It also entails assessing and handling customer attitudes as they appear throughout a sales call.In most ...
Views: 873 - Integrating Your 4 Freedoms (Part 2 of 9) - String Theory - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Al Link and Pala CopelandString Theory The theory of strings, sometimes referred to as the theory of everything,i is considered by many physicists to be the most promising explanation to date for the nature of ultimate reality. It suggests the possibility that there is a connection, as well as a separation, between the ...
Views: 571 - Integrating Your 4 Freedoms (Part 1 of 9) - Quantum Reality - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Al Link and Pala CopelandIntegrating Your 4 Freedoms Separation or Unity – What is the Nature of Reality? The Western world loves to compartmentalize, creating boxes of separation so that the complexities of life are easier to comprehend and simpler to cope with. We separate work from family life, spiritual ...
Views: 581 - Story-Telling Rules - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2008 from Hal WechslerDo you have a great memory for what you hear, read or see? If you do, you’re the exception because the rest of us poor souls lose more than 51% of what we hear, read and see within 24 hours. Each passing day another 10-15% of the original memory fades. Just picture ...
Views: 765 - Nature And Specificities Of Educational Evaluation - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2007 from Luiz ArrudaConvenience of evaluation tools is often discussed imputable the fact that there's a backbreaking inconsistency of chances of practical application or processes, or even stops to achieve. There's as well a striking disagreement about the fixation of parameters to be employed by evaluation inside ...
Views: 863 - CAT Preparation Tips - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2007 from Nicole Tate1) Before starting your CAT preparation, read the official CAT bulletin and find out about the eligibility criteria, structure, date and time of the exam. Getting the list of test centers before hand is also a good idea. 2) Borrow TIME or IMS material from your friend or colleague to start ...
Views: 4571 - Making The Most Of Your Jazz Guitar Lessons - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2007 from Logan YoungMany of us had this dream when we started learning to play jazz guitar. We saw ourselves on stage under bright lights whipping out this great improvised solo. Maybe our dreams went into even more details. We saw the other band members, the equipment (like jazz guitar amps) and the people who ...
Views: 694 - Are You A Closet Contrarian - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2007 from Hal WechslerAre You a Closet Contrarian? If you know yourself and can analyze others, you recognize if you are a core skeptic and suppress a sarcastic personality. Many of us hide our Contrarian belief system under a mien of teeth-flashing and words of pleasantry. To get along, you go alone, is a ...
Views: 886 - Is E-Learning The Future Or A Big Waste Of Time? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2007 from Pat WymanWant to learn something new right now? What do Circuit City, The Army, Brigham Young University, The Physician's Desk Reference, and your kid's cell phone games have in common? They all use a technology to deliver their message called E-Learning. Wikipedia describes E-Learning as ...
Views: 1942 - The Road Ahead - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2007 from Marlene BuffaStuck in traffic with vehicles in the lanes on both sides of me moving slowly but consistently, I read a sign on the back of the truck ahead of me. "Inside height 110" from nose to rear" Sometimes, on morning drives to work, I find a lane and stay put. Almost driving on auto-pilot this ...
Views: 706 - Bugs Bunny Was Right - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2007 from Hal WechslerHeadlines Bugs Bunny was absolutely right; Beta Carotene (four carrots daily) improves your memory and reduces dementia. Ok, you have to chew up a slew of carrots daily, or a pill with 50 milligrams of Beta Carotene taken 3x a week. So far the scientific evidence is for men only; if you want ...
Views: 835 - So You Want To Buy A New Car - 6 Tips For Getting A Great Deal On A New Car - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2007 from Eduardo RodriguezSo you want to buy a new car. Problem is you really don’t have much experience dealing with car sales people and dealerships, well get you pads and sharpen your pencils im going to give you in my opinion the best vehicle purchasing advise you will ever receive. What makes me an expert? I’ve ...
Views: 773 - Factoids For The Cool - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2007 from Hal WechslerFactoids For Cool Scholars When you add the suffix ‘oid’ to a word like anthropoid, the meaning becomes human–like. Factoid is appearing like a factual piece of information. It includes knowledge that is brief and trivial, but that conclusion is in the eyes of the ...
Views: 709 - Auto Body Repair Without The Auto Body Price - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2007 from Mark WilliamsIt was a warm summer night; the first time your dad let you use his hot new 57 Chevy to take Betty Sue, your new girlfriend to the drive in. You were so cool with the slicked back hair, t-shirt and Blue jeans. There you were driving around town showing off to your friends and impressing your new ...
Views: 1709 - Learning By Your Own Experiences And Learning By Others' Experiences - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2007 from Jeanie MarshallThere is no question in my mind that learning directly from your own experience is the best, all 'round way to learn. In my view, the value of learning from others' experiences is overrated. My apologies to parents, teachers, and gurus who think that their own experiences teach as much as they ...
Views: 843(1 vote) - Improve Your Vocabulary: Learning Made Easy - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2007 from Luke HoldenImproving your vocabulary takes time and hard work, but it is definitely worth it. With the advice given in this article and a dedicated learning period of 20 minutes a day from you, a varied vocabulary will be yours in no time! Learning lots of new words doesn’t have to be boring. Find a ...
Views: 2136 - Cooperation Produces Promotions - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2007 from Hal WechslerHow Cooperation Doubles Learning Skills College and graduate school are based on listening to lectures, right? A 2-year Pennsylvania State University (PSU) study says forgettaboutit. In kindergarten you played and learned with a buddy, and in your corporate career, teamwork (buddy-system) is ...
Views: 669 - Take Better Holiday Photos - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Kristin MartoriTake better Holiday photos using some easy photography tips and an HP digital camera. 1) Using the sun to light your photos Thinking of enjoying the beautiful outdoors during the holidays? Keep this tip in mind, as the winter sun can be blindingly bright! Natural sunlight provides some of the ...
Views: 787 - Is Your Child Bright Yet Struggling In School? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Janell Schicker, M.A., CCCIt is possible your child may be experiencing auditory processing issues. Auditory processing disorders (APD) are prevalent and can be a significant factor or the entire reason that some children struggle with schoolwork. In fact, dyslexia is a combination of visual and auditory disorders ...
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